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Bacanora

$50 and over

Mexican

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Hot spot
Good for special occasions
Charming

Nestled in the heart of historic Grand Avenue, Bacanora defies tradition with its ambiance, intimacy, and flavors. Born from the visionary mind of James Beard award-winning Rene Andrade, Bacanora isn’t just a restaurant; but rather an experience. Rene and his team have shaped Bacanora into a haven for those seeking a taste of home and a warm hug with hospitality. Sticking to the roots of Sonoran cuisine, everything is carefully crafted over open flame y puro amor at Bacanora. If he’s up, then Phoenix is up!

RESERVATIONS FOR JANUARY WILL BECOME AVAILABLE TO BOOK ON DECEMBER 1ST AT 9:00AM!
You may still experience a wait time upon arrival due to reservations being booked back-to-back at all tables. Please practice patience and understanding if this occurs because we are working as hard as possible to get everyone sat on time and to have a great experience.

Parking can be found in the parking lot across McKinley from the restaurant, it is reserved for guests of Bragg’s and neighbors.

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James Beard Award
2024

From the OpenTable editors: Bacanora fired up the grill in downtown Phoenix in 2021, quickly making a nationwide splash with praise pouring in from The New York Times, Esquire, and local outlets—leading to a James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southwest in 2024 for Rene Andrade. It's all thanks to Andrade's flavorful Sonoran cuisine—think tomahawk steaks and pineapples dangling over an open flame—agave cocktails, and natural wine in the casual, intimate space.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(602) 612-4018
Website
https://www.bacanoraphx.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
1301 NW Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2340
Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2024
Area
West Phoenix
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options

What 29 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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29 Reviews

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Tim
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Having worked in the restaurant business, you have a higher expectation of what an experience should be. Food becomes bland, poor service is the norm, and you pick everything apart. My wife and I have elaborate discussions during most dinners about how everything has no care or love anymore, and eating is just passing the time. Nothing stands out. I will say this dinner was one of the best overall meals I can remember. The food had flavor for days, and the service was exceptional. Thank you for having a Chilean wine on the menu! That banana ice cream was unreal and was a great finish to the dinner. Thank you for letting me be a part of your culinary journey.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Meats were a bit overcooked. Only time I’ve ever experienced that at Bacanora. Got the pork and chicken.
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Bobbi
VIP
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The hostess and our server were both very friendly, helpful and overall amazing! We enjoyed the meal very much. Unique $ tasty dishes for sure!
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TERESA
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorites, the food is always amazing!
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Corey
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had to be persistent to get a reservation, but it was well worth it.
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Casey
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tonight was exceptional! Every bite I took was incredible! We tried 6 out of the 7 cocktails and they were all amazing, the table favorite was the ponche! We indulged in the elote, cabbage, ceviche, pollo asada, and the seafood feature and it was all packed with flavor and it was plenty of food for the four of us! We couldn’t resist trying both desserts and I would come back just to have the platano ice cream melt in my mouth! If you can grab a reservation take it! So worth it.
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Saul
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time. Bacanora lives up to the hype and definitely worth the wait. The food was spot on and cant wait to be back.
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Randall
VIP
Phoenix
117 reviews
5.0
117 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Bacanora, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. From the moment we walked in, actually greeted and “let in”, I was impressed by the Sonoran Mexico inviting ambiance. The decor was stylish yet cozy, making it the perfect setting for a memorable meal. The service was top-notch—prompt, attentive, and incredibly friendly. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect, which made the evening all the more enjoyable. We had a bar seat but that didn’t detract from the experience. Now, onto the food—each dish was a masterpiece. The appetizers were a delightful start, particularly the scallop ceviche, which was bursting with flavor. For the main course, we had the tomohawk steak , which was cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. It reminded me of having Bistecca Fiorentina in Florence, Italy. The Hispanic vibe with beans, tortillas, etc, made it the perfect balance of textures and taste. The cocktails are expertly made, the old fashioned made with mescal was a fave. Overall, Bacanara exceeded all my expectations. It's a culinary gem that I highly recommend to anyone looking for an outstanding dining experience. We were also lucky to have Rene running the pass. Gladly can’t wait to come back.
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Josue
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food & service 10/10 would definitely come back!
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James
Phoenix
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service is excellent. Creativity is in all of the presentations. Scallop ceviche was especially delicious.
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FAQs

Bacanora offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 612-4018.

Bacanora is rated 4.9 stars by 29 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1301 NW Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2340

Additional information

Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2024
Area
West Phoenix
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.bacanoraphx.com/
Phone number
(602) 612-4018

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