If you learn the history of this restaurant, you will be fascinated that the memory of the founder still lives on. Servers wear bow ties, bend over backwards to give you what you want, change the menu for exactly what you want and treat you with the most utmost respect. I am not sure I have ever been in a restaurant environment so pristine with children and everyone at the table (6 of us) was given undivided attention. It was a magical experience and the food was unmatched. read more

The setting is on the South rim of the Grand Canyon with majestic views from the window seats. The wait staff were very friendly in the medium dimly lit dining room. I had a ribeye steak that came with roasted potatoes and sweet carrots mixed with mini green beans and I had a house salad with homemade prickly pear dressing. It was delicious accompanied by a bottle of Sonoma County wine. I recommend the restaurant to anyone who enjoys a nice meal in an incredible place. read more

Make a reservation. It's free. They were booked back to back. They said they would text us when our table was ready but actually they didn't and just called our name verbally when the time came. Fortunately we were already within ear shot. The hostess recognized our celebration request and said she would tell the waiter but the waiter said and did nothing. So kind of lame there. It's 120 years old and that's probably the main reason to go. The food was just ok. We got their famous French onion soup which was good but probably not worth $12 if in town. We decided to Elk out and get our fill while in the area. The Elk Milanese was like a chicken fried elk steak and pretty good. The Elk Bolognese was just like spaghetti with ground beef. Also good after a long day. FYI - Elk is kinda like lean beef. They had a dedicated water and bread person which was nice. Waiter was super slow though. But also nice. Deserts are displayed as you walk in. They are Actual size too and small so not really shareable. When I said "this isn't the real size right" the hostess said of course it is. At $12 and up it's pricey so we passed. If you're staying at a property in the village bring a flashlight or phone light because it's dark. Blue line Shuttle bus runs until 9:30 pm. Parking is more available everywhere the later it gets in the day. read more

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We made a reservation for El Tovar Dining Room, the most highly recommended restaurant in the Grand Canyon, for a Sunday brunch about 1.5 months in advance with no issues. Since this was the shoulder season, when we walked in, it didn't even seem like we needed the reservation as the place wasn't very full at all. The maitre d' stand is located outside of the restaurant, kitty corner from the hotel lobby check in. We got confused at first and walked directly into the dining room before realizing our mistake! While the restaurant states "El Tovar Dining Room is a classic, fine dining experience. While jackets are not required, please use discretion to dress appropriately (shorts and flip-flops discouraged)," we walked in with hiking gear on and had no issues. Pretty much everyone inside was wearing casual clothing in the first place. Service in general is very pleasant. Since it wasn't too busy, we were seated in one of the tables closest to the large picture windows overlooking the Grand Canyon. Pancake Trio ($15) - This dish includes three pancakes stacked on a plate with a small cup of honey butter mixed with pine nuts, making a decadent treat. On the side lie two small pitchers of syrup; one a natural Vermont maple, with plenty of maple flavor, and the other a prickly pear syrup, fruity and sweet. The pancakes from bottom to top: an orange blossom infused batter, making a fluffy pancake with delicate orange notes, in the middle a blue cornmeal pancake, somewhat dry and gritty but with interesting flavor and texture, and finally on top a typical fluffy and tender buttermilk pancake. It's a very satisfying and delicious meal with plenty of variety. (5/5) Daily Special Biscuits & Gravy ($15) - The waitress recommended this for us and unfortunately neither of us thought the dish as a whole was very good. Everything on the plate was kind of a mess. The biscuit is a drop biscuit type, baked well until the exterior becomes crusty. The interior is actually too moist, so it's almost mushy in texture, which is not what I want in a biscuit. The gravy is fine. It's spiced appropriately with plenty of diced onion and some pieces of what seem to be sliced breakfast sausage logs. They are a bit sweet, perhaps maple infused? The eggs we asked for over medium, which the chef actually did pretty well. One egg is more towards over hard and the other one is towards over easy, but both are pretty decent. The problem is with the amount of oil used to fry the eggs. There's a thick sheen underneath, making the plate completely glossy, which also makes the eggs very fatty and greasy. The same thing happened with the potatoes. The potatoes seem to be cut in house, with larger and smaller cubes of waxy yellow potato. They have a very uneven fry, with some being tender, others still being somewhat raw and hard. The potatoes are seasoned well, but again they use way too much oil, leaving behind a greasy and oily mess. I don't normally eat eggs/potatoes with ketchup, but in this case, both needed the extra acidic zing to balance out all the fat. (3/5) Daily Pastry Sticky Bun ($8) - This is served warm with plenty of butterscotch dressing the top. The butterscotch has a pleasing burnt acridity that really balances well with the sugar sweetness. Embedded into the sticky topping are some crunchy oats for texture. The sticky bun itself is a super tender and warm brioche, rich with plenty of cinnamon. It's surprisingly not too sweet and is a delight to eat. (5/5) I was really surprised at the quality of the food from El Tovar. Given the relatively low ratings, I thought it would be terrible reheated Sysco type of food, but it seems like El Tovar takes their dishes and cooking seriously. Bathrooms - None in the restaurant itself. There are larger rooms with multiple stalls down the stairs across from the hotel check in. read more

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Visited here for some beer at the cocktail lounge. Really good service amazing atmosphere. You can take your drinks and go out into the main lobby or outside and admire the Grand Canyon. Our waiter was John who was a really good conversationist. I liked the local beer which was brewed in Flagstaff. read more

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The El Tovar Dining Room is a historic, premier restaurant at the Grand Canyon's South Rim, known for its rustic elegance, Oregon pine and stone decor, and stunning canyon views, especially from window seats! My family was overjoyed when I told them we were having brunch here! The hotel itself is quite spectacular- with Native American murals and high ceilings, not to mention the deer and elk head mounts that are showcased on the walls of the dining room. Very aesthetically appealing! It truly is the crown jewel of Historic National Park Lodges. Reservations are highly recommended and often required for dinner, with priority given to hotel guests. Staff are friendly and helpful. And the service was great! We ordered the crepes (recommended by our server)- the crepes were paper-thin, velvety, and buttery, featuring slightly crisp edges (just the way we like it), topped with walnuts and fresh honeydew! Pure deliciousness! read more

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We were visiting the Grand Canyon and stopped in El Tovar for a late lunch. We sat in the cocktail lounge. The service was good and the food was good too. The view was nice even sitting in the back by the bar. If you are in the area give it a try. We tried : lobster roll , pork sliders, fries - there was a yummy garlic aioli with the fries which was tasty! Prickly pear margarita was great! read more

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It was good but not exceptional. I had the strip steak and it was cut up and I would have preferred it be not. It was pretty fatty and undersalted. The veggies and potatoes were good but the potatoes were not as described on the menu. My husband got the special and he really enjoyed it. The kids menu could use a few more interesting options. The prickly pear crème brûlée was really good. I'd go back but it is really kind of expensive and I think they should tweak some things. It is also really hot as the AC doesn't always function properly in the dining room. read more

Historic Facility in Grand Canyon Village. Make Reservation, arrive early at least an hour prior to and parking can be a real problem, no valet available, Amy, Receptionist, Dayna, Server, Dee, The main Server. Love the Service and attention to detail. Dan the manager came by and visited with our table answering a ton of questions about El Tovar. We will return. read more

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El Tovar is right in the center of Grand Canyon village. When researching places to eat, this restaurant came up a BUNCH! People were transparent in needing to book a reservation, so I did it as soon as they opened (30 days in advanced). I reserved a table for two, seated inside but looking right out towards the Grand Canyon. I enjoyed my meal while walking elk roam around outside and got to watch the sun set. My favorite dish from my dinner experience was the pork belly appetizer. I wish I had enough room to order two of them. The cookie cake was also a fun sweet to end the meal on. (entrees were good, but didn't stand out). What did stand out, though, was their vegetable portions! I loved !! It can be hard getting veggies in while on vacation, but my pesto pasta dish. Cane with green beans and a few other mix in veggies. (note: the restaurant doesn't have a bathroom within it...you walk downstairs to use the resort's bathroom. It wasn't terrible, but it could have been cleaner...) read more

I had lunch in this lovely room yesterday. It was early and I was seated at a window looking out across the grounds and into the canyon - what a treat! My server, Ernesto, is stupendous! His assistant Owen never let my water glass get empty. As a team they really spoiled me with excellent service. I had the chicken salad sandwich and I would order it again. Loaded with chunky chicken salad containing almonds and generous amounts of onion lettuce red pepper tomato with a pickle spear on the side and on a ciabbata roll. The chilli is wonderful too - a departure from the norm as they put it over a little bit of rice but it works quite well together. I can't wait to return for breakfast ! read more

El Tovar Dining Room - Chicken salad sandwich - American Near Me - Grand Canyon, Arizona

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Made reservations with El Tovar while staying at the Grand Canyon. Overall, our whole experience was below neutral. Online reservation was difficult. I would say that I made a reservation for 2 a month earlier and had to book earlier (5:30pm) than my desired time. A couple weeks later, we had another couple join our trip and revising the reservation was not possible so I booked another reservation (5:00pm) for 2 for the couple. I showed up at the restaurant 30 minutes prior to the first reservation and asked if it was possible to get a table for 4 for either time slot and was told by the host that it could not be done because they expected to be full. Understandable. When it was 5pm, the party of 4 arrived and I asked again if we could eat together with a new host to which she said yes. The restaurants dining is a large room and 80% of the room was empty. My party, along with 2-3 couples and a single diner were placed at the side of the room that didn't have the Grand Canyon to view. It made no sense to me because the establishment wasn't even full.. Chris was our server and he was alright. Food was overpriced and underwhelming. Our party ordered the ribeye special, elk bolognese, cheese tortellini, and strip steak that came out to $200+. Tortellini was extremely salty because of the salami. The bolognese noodles were overcooked spaghetti. Both steaks were requested medium well but ribeye was medium rare and strip was well done and tough. Even the house bread was dry. I was already expecting that the food wasn't going to be amazing but with the disappointment of not even being able to see the sunset was just icing on the cake. If I had the choice, I'd have a packed meal outside in the cold and save the money. read more

El Tovar Dining Room - Strip steak. Bland and dry - American Near Me - Grand Canyon, Arizona

I've been very fortunate enough to have eaten at many national park restaurants, and El Tovar is definitely top tier - the food was excellent for a national park restaurant and the views and ambiance are amazing. The El Tovar Dining Room has a majestic historic feel to it, very comparable to the Ahwahnee Dining Room. I had the french onion soup, followed with the lamb chops, and they were both very good. It really hit the spot to enjoy a fine dining dinner at El Tovar after a long day of hiking. read more

El Tovar Dining Room - french onion soup - American Near Me - Grand Canyon, Arizona

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This is a review for the restaurant inside the El Tovar. First off, if you plan on coming for lunch and dinner make sure to have a reservation at least a day in advance . Morning breakfast you are able to come any time without a reservation. I ordered the Traditional Navajo taco with a black coffee and glass of Spring water. This dish was amazing. I looked up how do it at home just so I can make it myself whenever I'm feeling like a chef! You will not be disappointed. The coffee here is the first time I've ever had organic coffee and it's opened my eyes to become more of a coffee enthusiasts. It doesn't even need cream or sugar. It's delicious as is. The spring water is local and very good as well. Wish I could buy bottles of it to enjoy on my trip. This place has an amazing view outside the diners glass of the Grand Canyon for you to enjoy. Must have experience to complete your journey to the Grand Canyon . read more

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Located at the top of the Grand Canyon Village. Beautiful views. It is also a hotel. Reservations are recommended but you can try as we did to just wait for next available. Food and service were very good. read more

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Loved, loved this place. So I'm not sure how many national parks you have eaten at but this place is great. The staff is great the food is awesome so really if I could give them more than 4 stars I would. Leaving photos so you can see what we ordered and what it looked like. Make a reservation and go!!! read more

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Had an amazing breakfast at El Tovar Dining Room! Our server was very nice and super quick with service. The vibe of the restaurant fits the historic theme of the hotel. We could also see the Grand Canyon from our table which was incredible. The omelette was so good, loved the cheese in it. The potatoes were well seasoned and were perfect with the jalapeño hot sauce. My husband loved his huevos rancheros. Definitely recommend this spot for breakfast if you can fit it into your trip! read more

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So I've had breakfast, lunch and even Christmas dinner in the dining room. While it is listed as the fine dining establishment at the Grand Canyon, it's not fine dining in the traditional sense of earning a Michelin star. However, I could see it competing for a bin gourmand if the guide ever made its way to the National Parks. So the menus are diverse, well prepared and have a variety of local ingredients incorporated. You really can't beat the view overlooking the south rim... and then there's the service. The two servers we had, Tom and Hilary, were some of the warmest, kindest servers we've ever had. If you're lucky enough to snag a reservation, know that you're in for a very good meal in beautiful surroundings. It's well worth it. read more

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Breakfast was delicious but service was less than expected. Server told us we had 5 minutes to order (we had reservations) and couldn't remember who ordered what setting plates down without asking. Forgot the cinnamon bun my friend ordered before ordering our meal. He wasn't apologetic just hurry up and eat so I can leave vibe. We really wanted to enjoy our last breakfast in the canyon. Choose wisely read more

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There's not many options when you get into the National Park and El Tovar is listed as "fine dining". I'd say that "fine" dining is what it states - it's fine. It's got a lodgey feel - old school. There's some good variety on the menu: fish, crab cake, steak. Wine list is predominantly US/New World. Not my personal fav which is why I'm yielding a 3. The crab cake is a great starter. Southwest shrimp has a decent flavor. We both went with the ribeye with Gorgonzola topping and I had to scrape most of it off because it was a bit overpowering. Otherwise, it was mostly cooked to temp. Wasted the ribeye cap bc it was charred and I asked for medium rare. Cocktails were yummy and we opted for the new Cab Franc on the menu which was a super fun option. Light and interesting - we really enjoyed it. For what options exist in the park, this is a good one. Jill and Jim took good care of us. read more

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We dined at El Tovar back in November for our anniversary trip. I requested a window seat which we got. The food was good! I originally ordered a margarita that I did not enjoy and our waiter noticed and swapped it for a glass of wine! The food was good but nothing really to write home about. I do remember the cheesy mashed potatoes being my favorite! read more

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This was very comfortable dinning experience. It was a very relaxed atmosphere. Some people dressed up and some not so much. The service was excellent as well as the food. The surprising thing was that it was not priced sky high. A good time was had by all four of us! read more

El Tovar Dining Room - Can't remember the name of this dish. We dug in to our food as soon as it came we totally forgot to get photos. But it was delicious! - American Near Me - Grand Canyon, Arizona

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This is intended to be a premier dining spot in the Grand Canyon, and it misses the mark a bit (predictably). As is common in remote locations, there is only so much you can do and you have a captive audience who will pay, whatever the price. Let me explain: The service is tops, no question. The dress code is admirable but not realistic (saw lots of jeans and tennis shoes, don't worry too much about this like I did.) The prices are *high* The vegetables are frozen (heated up obviously). This is like very high end cafeteria food if I'm being honest. There was so much I wanted to try because it sounded interesting but nothing really delivered on flavor. The desserts in particular were a let down. I described the mousse as excellent hospital pudding. The macaroons were not edible, so dry and flavorless. My family of 5 has never left dessert behind before. In the real world this would be a 3. It's a Grand Canyon 4. The building is beautiful and the views make it all worth it. I *highly* recommend breakfast over dinner here. The music is on point in the morning, it's less busy, and the menu has better execution. You also get more attention. The pancake trio is good, but only the blue corn flavor tasted like the description. You can get one of each flavor or you can choose 3 corn, whatever you want. I preferred the blue corn with the prickly pear syrup best. The point nut butter is next level. The cinnamon roll was extraordinary. Not soft and sweet like you expect, more like a good cinnamon dinner roll with mildly sweet cream cheese. Now, the best item I thought was the pistachio waffle. I will be trying to make that at home for sure. (You DO need to make reservations, at least a few weeks ahead of you need a specific time.) read more

This place was stunning! I'm so happy I was able to have lunch here because it was a wonderful experience. I'm actually surprised that they don't have a higher overall Yelp rating. I highly recommend this place if you're visiting Grand Canyon National Park. After walking the Trail of Time, we were pretty hungry and we were able to get a table right when they opened for lunch, which was at 11:00 a.m. I felt that we got there at the perfect time because there were not too many people yet and we were seated right in front of a gorgeous view of the Grand Canyon. Our server was so courteous and welcoming. I believe his name was Greg. He gave us his recommendations and checked in on us every so often. We ordered the Cobb salad with honey smoked salmon and the Brandt beef french onion burger with a lamb and lentil soup on the side. The Cobb salad was delicious! It had boiled egg, avocado, and plenty of veggies. I loved the corn that they added to it as well. I also liked that I was able to order balsamic dressing rather than ranch on the side. Adding salmon to the salad was $9 extra but I thought it was well worth it since they added a good portion and it was very tasty. Although the salad was yummy, the Brandt beef french onion burger was definitely the star! Their burger was honestly incredible and I didn't expect for it to be that good. It has a really delicious french onion aioli and the beef patty itself is savory and tender! It's nice that you're able to add a side to your burger and we chose the lamb and lentil soup which did not disappoint. Another standout to this meal was the prickly pear margarita. Wow! It's not only pretty, but super good. Very refreshing, a good combo of tangy and sweet, with the tajin added to the rim. You are able to add either tajin, sugar, or salt to the rim, but I felt that the tajin complemented it nicely. We didn't order any desserts, but they do have their dessert options displayed when you walk in and they looked amazing. The restaurant has a lot of tables inside and outside seating as well. Overall, 10/10 experience. Beautiful view, fantastic meal, and excellent service. read more

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El Tovar is THEE place to eat while visiting the South Rim. Nestled inside of the El Tovar Hotel, this gem of a restaurant has the perfect vibes for your Grand Canyon meal. We made reservations a month in advance. Check in with the hostess was a breeze. Once seated, we were given water and bread right away. Our server then promptly arrived for us to order drinks, I had a prickly pear margarita and my husband had a drink, but I sadly can't remember what he ordered. He loved his drink and I think it was a limited time seasonal mixed drink. The bread basket and butter were very good. I also started with a French onion soup. We ordered a pesto cheese dip starter with crostini's and that was a featured appetizer for the night. It was delicious! I had the black pepper crusted strip, so did my husband. My daughter had the elk bolognese and my son had a cup of soup and fries. My steak was served with potatoes and root vegetables. Everything was seasoned nicely. There was also a sauce that was drizzled on my plate that was very good and I dipped everything in. For dessert we had the cheesecake and the brûlée. Both fantastic! The cheesecake crust was a crisp graham cracker style crust and was phenomenal. I loved the dim cozy vibes of this restaurant. I can only imagine how beautiful the view is when it is not dark. Great service. Good food. Awesome atmosphere. read more

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El Tovar Dining Room has the history and the views, but unfortunately, the experience didn't live up to the hype or the price tag. The service took a long time, and when the food finally arrived, it was... just okay. For a restaurant with this reputation, we expected more. I ordered the steak, which was fine, but nothing memorable. The real standout on my plate was actually the potatoes--those were genuinely good and the best part of the meal. Malinda had the scallops, and they were underwhelming for what you'd expect at this level. My sister ordered the chicken, and it was similarly just average. When you're paying El Tovar prices, you hope for a meal that matches the setting. Sadly, this one felt like a missed opportunity. Beautiful place, but the food and service didn't justify the cost for us. read more

We came here to celebrate my wife's birthday. What a great choice we made. We both ordered the lemon pork chop and I added a house salad. Everything was delicious. The salad was crisp and fresh and the pork chop was cooked to perfection. Our server, Donald, was very friendly and informative. A definite highlight of our time in the Grand Canyon. read more

We came in with a group of 9 people and Amber was our server. She was extremely professional, efficient and attentive, we really enjoyed her level of service and enthusiastic attitude. I sampled a variety of dishes, including the pork belly, steak, and shrimp. All of them were delicious and I'd recommend visiting here! read more

My family and I had a great experience at El Tovar. At first, I was a little disappointed because we didn't get a window table. Trust me, you will understand why once you step inside the dining room. The views of the Grand Canyon through the window are amazing! It's something out of this world. We started it off with the corn on the cob. This was a very interesting appetizer. 7/10. I had the Cabernet Grand Canyon wine, 10/10. I purchased a bottle to go! I had the lobster roll, 8/10. My boyfriend had the onion burger, 9/10. The crème brûlée was delicious! 10/10. Service was great, very attentive and polite staff. Walk-ins are welcome, however, you can book a reservation online. Enjoy! read more

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First off, I think the 3.6 overall rating is INCREDIBLY UNFAIR. Service - Ernesto was our fabulous server. He was friendly, engaging & an absolute pleasure. 10/10. Food - The food was pretty fantastic. We're generally pretty picky. We had the chicken green chili rice soup, the French onion burger & the skillet cookie. EVERYTHING was very very good. Drinks - I'm a craft beer lover & their beer list is great. Atmosphere - It's a restaurant with amazing views of the canyon. What else could you ask for? read more

This dining experience was absolutely phenomenal! We arrived with 6 people, no reservation and were seated right away. The ambiance is exceptional, from the historic dark wood interior, beautiful rugs, and southwestern paintings, to the monumental view of the Grand Canyon's majestic landscape which could be seen through the restaurant windows. The food was nothing short of fantastic, we ordered the French onion soup with gratinee (pictured with this review), Navajo tacos, one of their daily specials - a Reuben, and an incredible chicken salad sandwich. The staff were very professional and were all formally dressed, making the dining experience feel upscale. But the cherry on top was our waiter, Ryan. He provided elite customer service to us and was the perfect balance of professionalism and personable. When we think of our experience at El Tovar, we are going to think of Ryan first. Great job to everyone that works at this dining room! read more

El Tovar Dining Room - French Onion Soup with Gratinée - American Near Me - Grand Canyon, Arizona

At first glance, this is definitely a more classy establishment. The servers are all dressed in more formal black and white, and the table setup is fancy. However, we wore our hiking clothes in for dinner and it was fine. All the staff we interacted with were friendly and attentive, and our server was especially great, very funny and personable. The surf and turf was a special for the night, a 4 oz filet mignon and lobster tail, with mashed potatoes and a side of vegetables. The steak was cooked a perfect medium rare but was a little under seasoned for my taste. My lobster tail was a tad dry, but the lemon and butter flavored it well. Overall, it was all very delicious! The 10oz peppercorn steak was good (but also under seasoned) and came with a nice portion of potatoes and veggies. The Elk Milanese and Elk Bolognese were pretty good too. For dessert, we had a hard time deciding between the many yummy options, but finally settled on sharing the cookie skillet and the peach cobbler. Our server surprised us with an extra chocolate mousse on the house - he had overheard our dessert debate haha! read more

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We had a wonderful meal here while enjoying sunset views over the Grand Canyon. Our server gave us very interesting information about the history of the restaurant. We ordered several of the menu items, and the standouts were the crispy duck, shrimp cocktail, and the desserts. Make a reservation in advance because it does fill up. A great dining experience. read more

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AMAZING! My family and I loved this place after hiking the Grand Canyon. Our waiter was adorable. He was so kind and sweet. The views (if you are lucky enough to get a table by the window is great. This restaurant is a part of the El Tovar hotel which is a cool place to check out. We made a reservation and were very glad we did because the people in-front of us at the hostess stand unfortunately got turned away because they didn't have room. The food was excellent. Really really good. My mom and sister got chili, my dad got the chicken salad sandwich, my brother got the steak burger and I got the forager bowl. We also got a few deserts to split. Everyone was happy and it was a great place to stop and sit in between hiking. Will definitely be back. read more

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We had a lovely meal at the El Tovar. The service was friendly and capable, and the surroundings of this historic lodge perched on the rim of the Grand Canyon are divine. We shared a beetroot tartare to start, which had the slightest hint of Dijon - a nice complement to the beet. I enjoyed the lamb chops while my husband savored the Bison Osso Buco. He raved about the dish. While it's pricey, the food was excellent when we visited and you're paying a premium for the spectacular views and location. I would absolutely return! read more

El Tovar Dining Room - American Near Me - Grand Canyon, Arizona

The view from where we were seated was amazing. Great view of the Grand Canyon. Stopped in for a light meal, the chopped salad was good with the peppercorn ranch. The French onion soup was a classic. Ended the meal with the crème brûlée which was perfectly made. read more

El Tovar Dining Room - Crème brûlée - American Near Me - Grand Canyon, Arizona

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The atmosphere was wonderful, the waiter was very friendly and attentive. The food and drinks for great portions and so good! Will definitely be coming back read more

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My friend and I came for dinner after watching sunset. Definitely be sure to make a reservation far ahead of time as they get busy! All of the staff were super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Paul was our primary server and was very attentive. For food, we each got a soup to start. My friend said the French Onion soup was the best she'd ever had. I really enjoyed the herbaceous flavors of the eggplant soup which was smooth and hearty. The bread basket was fantastic and had a nice mix of bread types with a flavorful pesto butter. For dinner, we shared a spinach salad with added grilled chicken and the spring pasta. The spinach salad was super fresh and tasty. The pasta was a bit underwhelming as it wasn't very warm, seemed to have very few mushrooms, and was overcooked. The side vegetables were fresh and good though. Overall, a solid time and definitely a beautiful place to dine when at the Grand Canyon. read more

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When visiting the canyon, I highly recommend making a reservation for lunch or dinner at the El Tovar. It is a fine dining experience. Server Michael was super courteous and attentive. The French Onion soup was just perfect. On a side note, first time having French Onion was here in this dining room about 60 years ago. Also perfect on this visit was the beef ribeye, cooked to perfection. Shout out to the chef!!! read more

The food was spectacular. I had the Elk Bolognese, my mom had the Stroganoff, and sister had the Summer Salad. It was nearly as overpriced as it could be. Beautiful ambience, service, and delicious food. read more

El Tovar Dining Room - My view from the table! - American Near Me - Grand Canyon, Arizona