Elvira's DC Ranch

4.4 (299)

$31 to $50

Mexican

20825 N Pima Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85255

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2 people

25 May 2025

20:30

Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Innovative

Welcome to Elvira’s DC Ranch, where the rich tradition of authentic Mexican cuisine meets contemporary culinary innovation. Helmed by renowned Chef Ruben Monroy and partnered with Sommelier and Restaurateur Thomas Kaufman, our restaurant reimagines the iconic flavors that have made Elvira’s in Tubac a celebrated dining destination. Every dish, from elevated classics like Chile en Nogada and Mole Negro to exclusive new creations, reflects a perfect balance of tradition and artistry.

The stunning decor, featuring handcrafted limestone sculptures and vibrant murals, sets the stage for a dining experience that is as elegant as it is inviting. Whether savoring a handcrafted Hibiscus Margarita at the bar or enjoying interactive tableside preparations, guests will be immersed in a journey of flavors and traditions. At Elvira’s DC Ranch, Chef Monroy and Thomas Kaufman bring their passion and expertise together to redefine modern Mexican cuisine for Scottsdale’s discerning diners.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 16:00–22:00
Phone number
(480) 292-8816
Website
http://www.elvirasdcranch.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Ruben Monroy
Private party facilities
Please reach out to Events@KaufmanHospitality.com to inquire about our Private Event Space

Location
20825 N Pima Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85255
Area
North Scottsdale
Cross Street
Pima & Thompson Peak Parkway
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit

MochomosUS$22.00
Taquitos De PapaUS$14.00
Grilled Prawn QuesadillaUS$19.00
Chips & SalsaUS$9.00
GuacamoleUS$19.00
Tequila Queso FundidoUS$14.00
- ADD Maitake MushroomsUS$5.00
Shishito PeppersUS$18.00
Mushrooms Al AjilloUS$15.00
Panko Fried Shrimp TacosUS$19.00
Yucatan Shrimp CevicheUS$19.00
Halibut TacosUS$24.00
Flank Steak QuesadillaUS$42.00

Salads

Baby Gem CaesarUS$15.00
Citrus Shrimp & Avocado SaladUS$18.00
Nopales, Mango & Jicama SaladUS$15.00

Classics

Filet SosaUS$52.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Med RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Med WellUS$0.00
- WellUS$0.00
New York TamarindoUS$64.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Med RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Med WellUS$0.00
- WellUS$0.00
Ribeye AztecaUS$55.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Med RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Med WellUS$0.00
- WellUS$0.00
Cuitlacoche Chicken EnchiladasUS$33.00
- Add Rice & BeansUS$10.00
Chile Relleno En ChipotleUS$27.00
- Add Rice & BeansUS$10.00
Chile RellenoUS$27.00
- Add Rice & BeansUS$10.00
Frida Kahlo Chile PablanoUS$35.00
- Add Rice & BeansUS$10.00

Moles

Mole ColoraditoUS$35.00
Mole NegroUS$36.00
Hazelnut MoleUS$36.00
Mole AlmendradoUS$35.00
Mole PablanoUS$35.00
Mole FruitUS$45.00
Tongue and Two MolesUS$45.00

Catches

Chilean Sea BassUS$63.00
Lobster EnchiladasUS$79.00
Shrimp TamarindoUS$39.00
Pineapple Caribbean HalibutUS$48.00
Red Snapper VeracruzUS$48.00
Shrimp VallartaUS$39.00
Mole Negro Glazed King SalmonUS$48.00
Guajillo Sea ScallopsUS$54.00

Molcajetes

Flank Steak MolcajeteUS$43.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Med RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Med WellUS$0.00
- WellUS$0.00
Tequila Grilled Seafood MolcajeteUS$59.00
Surf & Turf MolcajeteUS$125.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Med RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Med WellUS$0.00
- WellUS$0.00

Accessories

Side Mexican Street CornUS$12.00
Side Spicy Refried FrijolesUS$10.00
Side GuacamoleUS$7.00
Side Truffle Cotija FriesUS$8.00
Side Seasonal VegetablesUS$10.00
Side Salsa VerdeUS$5.00
Side Tatemada SalsaUS$5.00
Side Salsa RojaUS$5.00
Side Salsa ChipUS$5.00
Side of RiceUS$4.00
Side of BeansUS$5.00
Side of TortillasUS$0.00
Small Side of MoleUS$5.00
MOLE SAMPLERUS$20.00
Salsa SamplerUS$18.00
Large Side GuacamoleUS$16.00
Flank Steak Kids TacosUS$29.00
Side Chicken BreastUS$12.00
4 Piece ShrimpUS$18.00
Side Salsa HotUS$5.00
A la Carte Lobster TailUS$79.00
Fish Bowl Marg GlassUS$30.00
Sauteed pineappleUS$8.00
Prime New York 8 ozUS$40.00
A la carte Flank Steak 6 ozUS$32.00
add scallopUS$16.00
Cheese QuesadillaUS$15.00
Kids SalmonUS$25.00
Penny TabUS$0.01
Cup of VeracruzUS$12.00

Desserts

The Cookie JarUS$8.00
- BirthdayUS$0.00
- AnniversaryUS$0.00
Caramelized Sweet Potato FlanUS$13.00
- BirthdayUS$0.00
- AnniversaryUS$0.00
Donitas De ChurroUS$13.00
- BirthdayUS$0.00
- AnniversaryUS$0.00
Suspiro De LimenaUS$12.00
- BirthdayUS$0.00
- AnniversaryUS$0.00
New York CheesecakeUS$15.00
- BirthdayUS$0.00
- AnniversaryUS$0.00
Trio De SorbetesUS$13.00
- BirthdayUS$0.00
- AnniversaryUS$0.00
Ice CreamUS$6.00
- BirthdayUS$0.00
- AnniversaryUS$0.00

What 299 people are saying

Elvira's DC Ranch reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
3.9Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

Scottsdale
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Elvira's DC Ranch is a beautifully decorated restaurant offering a "gourmet Mexican menu" with "creative cocktails" and "exceptional service." Patrons rave about the "moles," "flavorful dishes," and "amazing ambiance." Some find it "pricey," but most agree it's "worth it" for special occasions. The "decor is a visual treat," enhancing the dining experience.

299 Reviews

M
Madeline
Phoenix6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Elvira’s has an amazing ambience, the vibe is set for a moody/relaxing evening. The service was great, the general manager Jake made his way to greet us & gave us a quick background on the history of the restaurant. The food was out of this world, nothing like I’ve ever had before. Highly recommend for a great getaway, date night or just dinner with your partner.
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Tamara
Phoenix10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dining at Elvira’s is a unique experience. Love the menu, ambience and service. Just beware of the peppers in some dishes, they can be extremely hot! Our new favorite restaurant in North Scottsdale, we are going frequently.
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Greg
Chicago3 reviews
1.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent, but the food was terrible. The chicken in the Mole was chewy and rubbery, so much so that I could not eat it. In addition, the food came out impossibly fast, it must have been pre-made and heated up. Really bad for any restaurant, let alone one that is very pricey.
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Terri VIP
Chicago19 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This was our second time dining at Elvira’s and the food was just not as good as the last visit. The fish was dry and overcooked and the appetizers overly spicy. The margaritas were delicious.
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Johanne VIP
Orange County2 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Overpriced, service was slow. Ribeye and flank steak inedible. Filet Mignon very good but the portion was very small. Shouldn’t have to pay for chips and salsa at a Mexican restaurant.
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Sara VIP
Kansas City55 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Kind of wish there were a few more traditional options, but everything we had was delicious.
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Molly VIP
Phoenix6 reviews
1.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Our server was visibly disappointed when three of us ordered wine by the glass instead of a bottle. Next, our choice of entrees did not meet his expectations. Finally, when we decided not to order dessert, he snatched the dessert menus from the table and left us stunned at his rudeness. Sadly, one and done.
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cathi
San Diego7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is without a doubt the best restaurant in North Scottsdale for Mexican fine dining. I had the Filet and it was so good. Plan ahead though they book up weeks in advance. Amazing!
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Denise VIP
Phoenix13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was outstanding. A bit overpriced, but definitely worth it.
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Christopher VIP
Los Angeles15 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Shrimp tacos, Caesar salad, New York Strip, Red Snapper and house margaritas were all fantastic. We had excellent service. The flavors were excellent. I would go back again in a heartbeat. Thank you.
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FAQs

Elvira's DC Ranch is rated 4.4 stars by 299 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

25 May 2025

20:30

Booked 15 times today

20825 N Pima Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85255

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Pima & Thompson Peak Parkway
Area
North Scottsdale
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 16:00–22:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ruben Monroy
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit

Website
http://www.elvirasdcranch.com/
Phone number
(480) 292-8816
Private party facilities
Please reach out to Events@KaufmanHospitality.com to inquire about our Private Event Space

Elvira's DC Ranch

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Starters

MochomosUS$22.00

Taquitos De PapaUS$14.00

Grilled Prawn QuesadillaUS$19.00

Chips & SalsaUS$9.00

GuacamoleUS$19.00

Tequila Queso FundidoUS$14.00

Shishito PeppersUS$18.00

Mushrooms Al AjilloUS$15.00

Panko Fried Shrimp TacosUS$19.00

Yucatan Shrimp CevicheUS$19.00

Halibut TacosUS$24.00

Flank Steak QuesadillaUS$42.00

Salads

Baby Gem CaesarUS$15.00

Citrus Shrimp & Avocado SaladUS$18.00

Nopales, Mango & Jicama SaladUS$15.00

Classics

Filet SosaUS$52.00

New York TamarindoUS$64.00

Ribeye AztecaUS$55.00

Cuitlacoche Chicken EnchiladasUS$33.00

Chile Relleno En ChipotleUS$27.00

Chile RellenoUS$27.00

Frida Kahlo Chile PablanoUS$35.00

Moles

Mole ColoraditoUS$35.00

Mole NegroUS$36.00

Hazelnut MoleUS$36.00

Mole AlmendradoUS$35.00

Mole PablanoUS$35.00

Mole FruitUS$45.00

Tongue and Two MolesUS$45.00

Catches

Chilean Sea BassUS$63.00

Lobster EnchiladasUS$79.00

Shrimp TamarindoUS$39.00

Pineapple Caribbean HalibutUS$48.00

Red Snapper VeracruzUS$48.00

Shrimp VallartaUS$39.00

Mole Negro Glazed King SalmonUS$48.00

Guajillo Sea ScallopsUS$54.00

Molcajetes

Flank Steak MolcajeteUS$43.00

Tequila Grilled Seafood MolcajeteUS$59.00

Surf & Turf MolcajeteUS$125.00

Accessories

Side Mexican Street CornUS$12.00

Side Spicy Refried FrijolesUS$10.00

Side GuacamoleUS$7.00

Side Truffle Cotija FriesUS$8.00

Side Seasonal VegetablesUS$10.00

Side Salsa VerdeUS$5.00

Side Tatemada SalsaUS$5.00

Side Salsa RojaUS$5.00

Side Salsa ChipUS$5.00

Side of RiceUS$4.00

Side of BeansUS$5.00

Side of TortillasUS$0.00

Small Side of MoleUS$5.00

MOLE SAMPLERUS$20.00

Salsa SamplerUS$18.00

Large Side GuacamoleUS$16.00

Flank Steak Kids TacosUS$29.00

Side Chicken BreastUS$12.00

4 Piece ShrimpUS$18.00

Side Salsa HotUS$5.00

A la Carte Lobster TailUS$79.00

Fish Bowl Marg GlassUS$30.00

Sauteed pineappleUS$8.00

Prime New York 8 ozUS$40.00

A la carte Flank Steak 6 ozUS$32.00

add scallopUS$16.00

Cheese QuesadillaUS$15.00

Kids SalmonUS$25.00