El Chorro

Avg 3.8* in total 746 reviews.

Claimed  -  $$$ -  American, Venues & Event Spaces, Bars

Phone: (480) 948-5170

About the Business

Specialties

El Chorro has been an iconic Arizona dining destination since 1937. Located at the base of Camelback and Mummy Mountains, its renowned setting offers authentic desert surroundings where generations of Valley residents and visitors alike come to savor seasonal cuisine. The restaurant's American Continental cuisine is invigorated with regional flair and seasonally driven flavors. All dishes center on fresh, organic and locally grown ingredients - including herbs and produce from the El Chorro garden located right outside of the restaurant's kitchen. El Chorro features an exciting list of handcrafted signature cocktails that are updated seasonally as well as an extensive wine list and full bar. Additionally, El Chorro offers a recently debuted bar menu of small bites and delicious dishes to accompany the cocktails.

History

Established in 1937.

El Chorro was originally built in 1934 as the Judson School for Girls and in 1937 it was converted to a restaurant and lodge. Clark Gable, John Wayne, Barry Goldwater and other prominent figures visited the Lodge in its early days. Guests of the nearby Camelback Inn frequently followed the special desert path between the two establishments to enjoy El Chorro's noted Classroom Bar. El Chorro's iconic setting at the base of Camelback & Mummy Mountains offers an authentic Arizona desert setting where generations of Valley residents and visitors alike come to savor classic, Southwestern-inspired cuisine. The restaurant and event venues have recently been restored, renovated and enhanced to further preserve this landmark's rustic charm.

5550 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253