Rene at Tlaquepaque is a charming spot in a quaint faux Mexican village. The service is highly attentive and friendly and the food is very tasty and refined. I was seated outside next to a delightful courtyard in shade with soft, warm breezes. I had the Prix Fixe menu, selecting Chilean Sea Bass as my entree. The meal actually begins with 3 slices of multigrain bread and 3 sectioned tray - olive tapanade, pesto and garlic-flavored olive oil. I really enjoyed the rich-tasting bread and the tapanade. The first course was the lobster bisque. This is not only a refined and tasty soup but there are many chunks of lobster meat (whoa). The bisque also has a slightly sweet and rich taste. The main course was Chilean Sea Bass. The well-grilled fish was placed on yummy garlic mashed potatoes. Also, gracing the plate were fresh green beans and a tasty choice of delectable dipping sauces for the fish. The final (dessert) course was Triple Cream Brie Cheesecake. This round cake was topped with a vanilla cream top - a rich and properly-sweetened end of the lunch. I highly recommend dining at Rene at Tlaquepaque. read more

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In most circumstances, this restaurant would be five stars. Gorgeous location, impeccable service and a menu with lots of fun choices. We sat outside on the patio, absolutely beautiful weather and the tables are gently shaded by beautiful Brazilian Pepper trees. My only issue, I had bits of the tree in my hair, my water, my drink and my dinner. Our waiter Joshua was fantastic, a warm, gracious pro. PERFECT!! We started with the bone marrow appetizer. Maybe the best I've had at a restaurant. Came topped with a piping of mashed potatoes and bread crumbs. Perfectly cooked and served with toasted brioche bread, smoked sea salt and a bacon marmalade. It was delicious and huge. My only thoughts on making it perfect...Go ahead and salt your marrow in the kitchen and add another slice of toast. You are serving two big marrow bones, so don't be stingy with a piece of toast. All that said, this app was highlight of dinner. My daughter opted for another appetizer as her entree. She had the Spanish style garlic chili shrimp in butter. Looked huge and she said it was over the top fabulous. (I'm allergic to shellfish so I just took her word) She added some duck fat fries which were fine, but not great. I had the mushroom strudel and it was okay but frankly pretty underwhelming. Think it had been pre-made, filling was blah, flakey pastry was not, and highlight was a plucky little pepper sauce that was delicious but didn't really go with the main dish. It screamed for a nice cream sauce, and some butter in the filling. I love mushrooms as a main and this poor little pastry looked and tasted like a hot pocket. Now back to the positives. The dark chocolate soufflé with homemade crème anglaise is lovely and well worth it . My daughter also loved the prickly pear margaritas. All in all, really nice experience and meal. The kitchen obviously functions well and service is perfect. A few tweaks on the menu and this place is stellar. Even now, a Great special occasion restaurant and the location and lovely service made it special for us. read more

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Lovely French restaurant in a cute courtyard at Tlaquepaque. Great and attentive service by Keenan. We sat on the patio. It was very busy and a bit loud. But the ambiance overall was nice and it was a beautiful day. Bruschetta trio was good. I liked the jamon one the best. The Tuna Nicoise was fine. Presentation was lovely. My bf would have liked some other veggies and don't feel it lived up to his standards. I had the Monte Cristo which was enormous and tasty. The ham had been fried and it really added to the flavor. The soufflé was incredible- although we were not advised it was a $5 upcharge for a minuscule scoop of ice cream. Speaking of prices. We were charged $30 for my sandwich which was listed as $24 on the menu. We didn't notice until I looked at the receipt that he next day. It's only $6 but it didn't leave me feeling positively. read more

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First off this restaurant has been there 48 years. Good ones make it 5-10 years. Great ones do what this place has. Great owners, great chefs, and great staff. In our experience Jesse was amazing, informative, fun, professional, and crushed it with food recommendations and making some of the best drinks in Sedona. Eat here you will not regret it. read more

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My boyfriend took me here for my 30th birthday this past weekend. When we walked in the restaurant was beautiful, and the staff seemed very welcoming, especially the hostess that sat us. Our waitress came over and was also incredibly welcoming. My boyfriend mentioned right when we sat down that it was my 30th birthday, and he also mentioned it on the notes when the reservation was booked. We started off with the drinks and I got the tiramisu martini, which was very rich, but didn't seem that strong. We ordered the escargot to start and the highlight for that was definitely the bread. The escargot itself was a bit chewy and the dish was overall incredibly heavy. We ended up requesting lemon slices to cut up all the richness and fat. For entrées, I ordered the lobster bisque for around $26 and my boyfriend ordered the Wagyu beef cheeks for $68. We both agreed the price was steep for what we received, especially for the lobster bisque, which came in a very shallow bowl and I counted maybe 5 small pieces of lobster. The wagyu beef cheeks were pretty good but didn't wow us. When it was time for dessert, I ordered the crème brûlée. While my boyfriend was in the bathroom, the waitress brought over the crème brûlée was just about to start firing it when I requested she wait for him to return. It was clear they weren't planning to do anything to acknowledge my birthday. My boyfriend had to go up to the hostess stand to request that they at least put a candle in the dessert. The waitress ended up sticking a candle in a blackberry that was in a small bowl of fruit on the side of the crème brûlée and walked away. It was incredibly awkward and a let down, but I guess a fitting end to a mediocre and overpriced meal. Overall a bad end to what was an incredible day in Sedona for my 30th. read more

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A charming restaurant at Tlaquepque with one of the best pate spread. It was a great Al fresco dining experience great for people watching as well as soaking in some sunshine. The food was delicious, my husband ordered rack of lamb he said it was not gamey at all and cooked to perfection. Refreshing salad, Al Dante pasta, scripy fries, it was a wonderful afternoon Food was courses out in great time and good service as well. We would eat there again if we are back in town for a visit. read more

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I'm not big on French cuisine but this menu attracted me and Rene came highly recommend. Rene did not disappoint. The food, service and ambiance did not disappoint and I can't wait to go back. We started off with cocktails and the bread service and it was excellent. The bread came with 3 tapenades for dipping and the pesto and olive were excellent. For appetizers we had the escargot and the lobster bisque. The escargot with the puff pastry was excellent and the bisque was good. For our main course we had the steak Diane with a side of truffle risotto, and the salmon baked in parchment paper. They were both very good. For desert we ordered the chocolate soufflé and it was excellent. read more

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Service was top-notch! Food was top-notch! Quality and taste were spectacular! Can't wait to go back! Loved the patio seating too! read more

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Ambiance is romantic, cozy, intimate. Hubby & I dined here for late dinner last Sunday. We got seated right away since we made reservations. We ordered escargot, foie gras, petite filet, & special of the night which was sea bass served over mashed potatoes with seared scallops on top, a side of green beans, & 4 different sauces. Escargot wasn't too heavy & delicious. Foi gras was on the sweeter side bc of the port wine reduction & the apple pear chutney but the foi gras itself was excellent. The toasted brioche paired so well with the foi gras. Petit filet was served perfect temp & tender with each bite. We paired red wine with our dishes. One huge downfall was that I chewed on a few tiny pieces of shell when I bit into the scallop. Husband reported it our server & she immediately apologized & had the chef come to us & he apologized for his mistake. The chef graciously offered to cook new scallops for us to take home. I truly appreciated their sincere apology. I call that compassionate service. I ate the scallops the next night & it was perfect. We will dine here again if & when we're visiting Sedona again. read more

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My wife and I went on a date night. Very romantic and sophisticated atmosphere! They have a tasting menu and we both had that. Lobster bisque and French onion soup were to die for! Seabass was melt in your mouth and the dry aged ribeye from Argentina was next level ! Cheesecake and soufflé were the perfect finish to our 3 course dinner! James was an awesome server, very knowledgeable about food and drinks. I had the strawberry sour and will dream of that cocktail for a while! Francisco the manager was very friendly and checked on us throughout the meal! Phenomenal dining experience! Highly recommend a visit! read more

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Came here for an anniversary dinner. The service was really great and we enjoyed the food. We had the bass special, the bread service and a pasta. Everything was really good. The only thing that fell short was the Brie cheesecake. It wasn't bad but didn't blow me away read more

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Rene at Tlaquepaque is a beautiful, romantic restaurant at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village in Sedona. You can't beat the beautiful Sedona red rock views while eating some delicious French Mediterranean cuisine. We came here after doing some light hiking over at Bell Rock. Both our meal and service were great during our dining experience. We came here for lunch and had the Roasted Organic Beet Salad and Grilled Chicken Panini with some wine. It wasn't too busy, so we had a section of the restaurant all to ourselves. Rene's at Tlaquepaque has created a nice ambiance that makes it a great place for a date night out. After your meal, take some time to stroll around the art galleries at Tlaquepaque and check out some of the beautiful art pieces. read more

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My husband and I were in Sedona celebrating our anniversary and had dinner at Rene. What a charming French Mediterranean restaurant. We had our dog with us so had to sit on the outdoor patio which is pet friendly. It was lovely and quaint. The lights and trees add to the ambiance at night, romantic spot. We loved the escargot, you have to dip the bread in the garlic butter sauce, yum! I had the special, it was a seafood risotto with mussels, prawns, scallops, clams, and octopus, delicious. My husband had the petite filet. We had great wine and service. Rene is expensive, but worth it! read more

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We celebrated our 25th wedding Anniversary while dining out in their peaceful patio setting. Our server, Jessica, was amazing!!! She was so attentive to our needs while still giving us as much time as we wanted to enjoy our romantic evening. The food was delicious and the portions are generous. I did the pre fixe dinner and it was amazing! We highly recommend this dining experience for anyone looking for a quiet evening and outdoor seating. read more

Chilean Seabass, Cacio Pepe pasta with tellicherry. A lovely meal at Rene in Tilpaque shops. Quiet, Peaceful in lovely surroundings. Our waiter was very polite and interesting to chat with. We are feeling the magic of the area. read more

I'm local believe me you can't go wrong here if you want to quiet place to eat we can sit and have dinner conversation and be able to hear each other this is the place the food is outstanding the chef-owner is a James Beard award-winning chef what else do you need to know? read more

Cool place with very exquisite feel. It's in the middle of the Tlaquepaque shopping center in Sedona, AZ. We had a great time! The waiter asked if I wanted fries and charged me $6 for them which I didn't know till I got the bill. Many restaurants do this which I feel should not be legal. Guess I should've paid more attention to what came with the sandwich. It sure was good though, a Monte Cristo! Thank you! read more

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I never pass up a chance to stop at Rene when I'm in Sedona. The French onion soup is one of the best I've ever had. The bruschetta is also to die for. The salmon, cream cheese, caper combo is the perfect salty, briney bite. The ham and brie and foie gras bruschettas are also divine! Service is always top notch, and the patio seating offers the best seats in the house, especially when the weather's nice. If you're looking for upscale, elegant dining with a great menu, you have to check out Rene! read more

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Everything was delicious! The ambiance is romantic and warm. Rene is a perfect special occasion date night place. read more

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Would be willing to give it another try. Came here for lunch, with a reservation, during dia de los muertos weekend. The food was ok. My husband and I both had the chicken sandwhich. My kiddo had butter noodle pasta which for whatever reason didnt like and struggled to get her to eat it. We shared a creme brulee and the experience of burning the sugar at the table was fun. The service was slow but again not sure because of the weekend event. We sat on the patio and the ambiance was great. read more

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A friend used to work here so I ate here a few times. I worked for a Frenchman and this was his favorite restaurant in town. It's classy, quiet, great staff for sure and definitely an upscale vibe. I prefer it over many of the places in town. The food is good, but I'm pescatarian so can't comment on most of the menu. read more

Party of 4 Patio seating 7:15pm reservations on a monday Food: very good! Overall, I would come back. I would enjoy some of the same dishes we ordered. Appetizers bone marrow- the best one marrow I have ever had. However, they serve one piece of bread with two big bone marrows. It is technically two halves. We definitely needed more bread. We had ordered bread service so we used that bread...the bread that came with it was better Foie Gras: we ordered because it said pork belly on the menu. The entire dish was good Duck fat fries: they were ok. I wouldn't order them again but great flavors. The fries were thick; I prefer them thin. So many people may like them Dinner Sea bass special: delicious. Came with sauces on the side. It was fresh and delicious Filet: it was sooooo good. Wrapped in bacon and fried leaks on top. Cooked to a perfect medium rare. 100% recommend Wagyu beef cheeks: I was a bit disappointed, but I also don't love stew. It reminded me of my mother's okra roast. Some people may love it Service: subpar. Honestly, for the price you'd think the service would be better. We didn't have anyone follow up with asking if we needed anything f until about 10 minutes after the food was dropped for each course. The bottle of wine was never poured for refills for the table Ambiance: we sat on the patio. It was quaint, quiet and amazing. It is also dog friendly. The seats are very uncomfortable. It gave the vibe of bar patio instead of nice restaurant. Yes, we are over 40 and have bad backs :) but I was hoping for the price the chairs would have some padding on them and give 5 star seating I will definitely be back. Loved the place read more

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An unexpected midday treat! We saw a few items on the menu that drew us in for an early dinner/late lunch. We lived the mushroom strudel and the French onion soup. Great wine and cocktails with draft beers as an option (try the 805 Blonde!). We liked the beet salad- not too sweet and they treated us to a darling flourless torte for the birthday boy. Kavindra provided excellent service. Overall, an elegant spot with a long and storied past within the Sedona community. read more

Rene is phenomenal. The French onion soup, bread with pesto and olive tapenade, and chocolate soufflé are delicious and well thought about additions to great steaks and sea food. I loved the petit filet wrapped in bacon with lobster tail. The lobster was nestled into its shell with butter in the most divine experience. The rib eye was excellent too. We did the prix fixe and were so happy with our selection. The duck far fries were tasty but hands down the best side was the sherry mushrooms. The fried chives on top of the entree steaks were tasty too! As for ambiance we stepped in at 4:30 in January and were the only customers for a half hour while the staff prepared for dinner service. The restaurant filled and people were dressed nicer by the time we left. Our server Yeshua totally caught our vibe and delivered thoughtful chill service. Thank you! Fun cocktails program (yummy mocktail). Can't speak highly enough about Rene! read more

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We were in Sedona, Az for my birthday this year. Everything was perfect and I absolutely loved my trip, on my actual birthday my boyfriend took me to Rene at Tlaquepaque. We ordered a surf and turf entree. I ordered it Medium rare but it arrived extremely raw and bacon was in the entree, when there was no mention of it on the menu. I do not eat pork. They took it back and was insistent in re-doing the meal. I really did not mind just canceling the order and going home since we were so tired from a long day. They convinced us to stay. One thing I have learned in years, never eat the food that is returned to the kitchen. We ate everything and the next morning my boyfriend and I were hugging the toilet. We had a flight to catch back to Hawaii and could barely get it together to catch this flight. Luckily, we caught our flight back home with many trips to the restroom on the plane. When we arrived back in Honolulu we went to the Dr. to find out it was food poisoning. I immediately called the restaurant to let them know we had food poisoning from the food and want to make them aware so no one else gets sick. The manager said he would follow up and call me back. I did not get a follow up or heard back from the manager at all. It seemed like he did not care. All he said is, "No one else complained or got sick." No apology , empathy, nothing. It is a shame because this is a very expensive and pretty restaurant on a very special day, but I guess no one cares. It is unfortunate. read more

Restaurant René delivered one of the best dining experiences we've had in Sedona. The service was truly top notch--our waiter was warm, friendly, and on top of everything, and the pacing of the meal felt just right. The menu is impressive and the steak was cooked to perfection. Don't skip the drinks or dessert. The mocktails were creative and well-balanced (not the usual "juice + soda water" situation), and dessert was excellent and not too sweet. We shared the soufflé and the cheesecake and both were fantastic. It's definitely worth the price. read more

My expectation of Rene was a lot higher than I probably should have set it just from the Rene's appearance and menu. With restaurants that present more of a finer dining experience, I want that to go along with the service too but I was unfortunately disappointed. When our beet salad arrived, my party had found a decently sized fly that got stuck in one of the leaves, we notified our server immediately but they seemed hesitant on finding a solution with us. We requested a new salad to be made to avoid a commotion but they were going half and half on just comping it and not re-making for us for some reason? The food in general besides that experience actually was flavorful and complemented the proteins/carbs that were the show. I loved the rack of lamb medium rare, perfect cook, not over-seasoned, just wonderful 10/10. I'd love to comeback to realize maybe I just got a weird day for service. read more

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I was surprised to see that René has only a 3.9 rating on Yelp. We chose it mainly for the convenience of the Tlaquepaque location, and it turned out to be such a pleasant surprise. We ordered the prix fixe menus, one with sea bass and one with ribeye steak, and every course was absolutely delicious. Each dish was well executed, flavorful, and thoughtfully presented from start to finish. The service truly stood out as well: attentive, professional, and welcoming without being intrusive. Overall, the experience exceeded our expectations, and we would absolutely return the next time we're in Arizona. read more

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So we're in Sedona, and my wife and son are looking for a place for lunch and my knee is killing me and I am sick of walking around. My wife wants to go this Mexican place where the wait is forever and the place is packed. She's in a rush (for some reason) and puts our name down, but then goes on the hunt for another place. So we stumble upon Rene At Tlaquepaque. It's French Mediterranean. It's the complete opposite of Mexican, but so what? We're hungry, so we go inside. There is no wait and we are ushered to a nice white tablecloth covered table. Se immediately orders the French onion soup. She almost didn't, but I suggest she get it as she gets it everywhere and to then not get it at a French place? Anyway, she gets the soup and immediately falls in love with it. Probably one of the best places she's ever had it. She follows that up with the Roasted Beet Salad. She was in heaven. My son and I both get the steak sandwich with frites. The steak was perfectly prepared. It was medium rare and my son had his medium. The aioli and au jus plus the crunchy roll and soft tender beef made for a fantastic sandwich. As I go back to look at their menu, this sandwich is nowhere to be found on it and it's a shame as it was easily one of the better steak sandwiches I had in Arizona! Forget going to the other restaurants and go to this white tablecloth, French bistro. with the awesome food. read more

Francisco greeted us and was super friendly and accommodating. We moved our reservation up an hour and he made it happen, love that type of Customer Service. Keenan our Server is Super nice, knowledgeable and thorough. We stopped by for Lunch ordered Beet Salad and French Onion Soup. Beet Salad is huge, definitely shareable. It is fantastic, only Con is I wish it had a few more Beets in the Salad. The French Onion Soup is Spot On, SUPERB! Keenan is so on top of it, excellent CS. read more

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Update: came here again for my partners birthday dinner with his parents and WOW. Joshua our server was AMAZING. So knowledgeable, kind, and attentive (especially to my gluten allergy!) The food was amazing. We had the beet salad (SO freaking good and I'm not even a fan of beets), the filet mignon was cooked to perfection, the flourless chocolate cake, and all of our sides were mouthwatering. Could not recommend Rene enough! We weren't sure if it would be as amazing of an experience the second time around but it might have been even better! read more

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First time to Sedona and this place is hands down fantastic! Great service, great food, and had a friendly atmosphere. My wife and I went here I had the French onion soup which had to be one of the best I've ever had! I also had steak and lobster. The lobster was fantastic. I highly recommend trying their food. My wife had their risotto one of the best we've had and she tries them every where we go. The people next to us really enjoyed their salmon and Sea bass. One of the best restaurant experiences I've had. read more

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My husband, daughter, and I came in for dinner The host seemed a little judgmental of us bringing our energetic three year-old daughter into a white tablecloth restaurant. We had reserved a table inside but when we arrived the patio looked so nice that we asked to sit outside. They said all the outdoor tables were reserved, but I'm not sure that was true. There were still empty tables when we were leaving. Our server was exceptional though! He was attentive and kind. He also accommodated our request for some cubed Gruyère cheese for our daughter. The chicken "Poulet Veronique" was just ok. The texture of the chicken was not great and grapes were a little too much. The truffled risotto was delicious. The chesecake was the best I've ever had in my entire life!!!!!!!!! It was made with Brie cheese and was so incredibly decadent!!!! Wow. Very classy restaurant overall. read more

I had a hard time rating this restaurant. To start off with, service was really good. Our server was attentive and friendly. We sat outside and the ambiance of Telaquepaque is always nice. On to the food. Our appetizers were really good. We got the bruchetta board with Baked Apple w/ Foie Gras Mousse, House Smoked Salmon and Spanich Iberico Ham w/Brie. All delicious! We also ordered the Bacon Wrapped Fig w/Goat Cheese. Also delicious! Now my entree, the Cassoulet was just ok considering the price and restaurant. Tasted like something I could make at home. Overall I did enjoy the place and would come back. read more

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I always visit Tlaquepaque when I visit Sedona but I've never been to Rene. I will make sure to visit each time now! Our Server was Josie and she was amazing, so sweet. Our food was phenomenal, I had the French onion soup and was hesitant to try the Escargot but she assured me it was so good and kind of tasted like a garlicky mushroom. I loved them so don't be scared to try! (It usually comes baked with Filo dough or puff pastry, but they omitted that since I was sharing with a friend with celiac disease) read more

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Looking for a romantic dinner with amazing dishes and super friendly staff? This place is it! We loved this cute and cozy restaurant. We started with grilled noble bread, which had three different dipping sauces--so good! My husband and I both got the sea bass special with grilled lobster, mashed potatoes, and sautéed spinach. This also came with four dipping sauces; our plates were clean! We each had a very strong cocktail and finished with baked apple tartin--a perfect way to end the night. read more

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I wasn't sure what to expect walking into this fine dining experience, but it completely exceeded all expectations. From the moment I stepped in, the atmosphere was elegant yet welcoming a perfect balance of luxury and comfort. The steak was Absolutely phenomenal perfectly cooked, tender, and bursting with flavor. Every bite melted in my mouth, and the attention to detail in seasoning and presentation was next-level. The sides and appetizers were just as incredible, crafted with care and precision. The service was impeccable, with the staff ensuring every need was met without being overbearing. It's clear they take pride in delivering an unforgettable dining experience. If you're looking for a meal that feels like an event, this is the place. Simply amazing worth every penny and then some! read more

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Enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Rene's last night. The staff were very warm and welcoming and had set the table with rose petals and a card to celebrate my birthday. Everything we had was absolutely amazing from the watermelon cactus cocktail to the sea bass special and ending with a delicious chocolate soufflé. Would definitely recommend. read more

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René is, by far, the best fine-dining restaurant in Sedona. As locals, we have eaten everywhere in town multiple times and nothing else comes close. René's is the rare place that is consistently excellent across every dimension: food quality, service, and ambiance. The cuisine is refined, thoughtful, and beautifully executed. Every dish feels intentional, balanced, and elevated without being overdone. Try the escargot and you will see what I mean. Something that really stands out to us is the service is warm, professional, and attentive without ever feeling intrusive. You genuinely feel cared for from the moment you arrive, which is increasingly rare. And the setting speaks for itself. The ambiance is elegant and intimate Sedona has many good restaurants, but René's stands alone. If you are looking for the best nice restaurant in town, this is it--no contest. We return again and again, and it never disappoints. read more

I've visited Rene's throughout the years and the service and quality of food remains outstanding. We wanted to get in the mood for a trip to Paris in April .. and Rene's fit the bill. Ou waiter Keenan was as attentive as he was handsome.... yes prices are a bit high .. but you get what you pay for in this life .... and this mealtime experience transports you to a higher realm... Save your money if you have to and be served delicious food with service beyond expectation! P.S. The onion soup is to die for! read more

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