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Bacanora

Name: Bacanora
Address: 1301 NW Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85007-2340
Telephone: (602) 612-4018
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

$50 and over

Mexican

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Hot spot
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

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 MARCH WILL BECOME AVAILABLE TO BOOK ON FEBRUARY 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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Why they're an Icon

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.

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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 Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

6-Course Paired Wine Dinner
USD 175.00 per person
Prepaid
16 Feb 2025 only
7:00 pm
Join us for a night of PURO AMOR with the same flavors you know and love. Enjoy 6 elevated courses with curated wine pairings from the Bacanora team in collaboration with Kristin from STEM. Seating is limited. Allergies can be accommodated upon request with advance notice of at least 7 days.

What 79 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Phoenix / Arizona
Mexican
Phoenix
Best Service
Phoenix
Hot spot
Phoenix
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bacanora is celebrated for its "phenomenal food" and "outstanding service." Diners adore the "authentic Sonoran cuisine" and unique cocktails. The intimate setting and "quaint and charming" ambiance enhance the experience. Though reservations can be challenging, the "flavorful and generous portions" make it worth the effort. A culinary gem in Phoenix!

79 Reviews

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Aimee
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Other than the portion size of the ceviche, everything was to die for! It’s our second time coming. The quality of the food is so fresh. Mexican food can be so heavy but EVERYTHING on the menu is perfectly balanced with something light. Every bite takes you home, the smells and taste are worth the wait. Great service and people, it’s my favorite date to look forward to!
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Nancy
Montana
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bacanora lives up to the buzz——lively, yet intimate. Casual and effortlessly cool. Friendly, knowledgeable, efficient waitstaff. Super background music that keeps the energy up but doesn’t drown conversation. And the food! We ordered elote, calabaza, and mole-crusted ribs with frijoles and cilantro salad. More than enough for the two of us, but we made room for flan. All delicious and different. And the cocktails! We had an old-fashioned-type and a classic martini-type, both with Mexican spirits. It’s worth the effort to score a reservation.
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Yeezel
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My partner and I had an incredible dining experience at Bacanora. From the vibrant atmosphere and perfectly curated music to the exceptional service provided by Kara, every detail was on point. The food was nothing short of spectacular, with bold flavors that truly impressed. As someone who doesn’t drink alcohol, I appreciated their thoughtful offering of a non-alcoholic beer, which paired beautifully with our meal. And let’s talk about those ribs—absolutely unforgettable! We’ll definitely be returning for another round.
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linda
Phoenix
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Several couple friends and we have been trying to snag a reservation for over a year. Finally, we, thanks to Open Tables option to be notified if a reservation becomes available, we got in! Very small space and very unique, loved the decore and entire staff, our server, Daniela, was very attentive and helpful with menu options. Like many restaurants, the music was too loud for two members of our party, who deal with hearing aides, making it challenging to engage in conversation. The food selections are limited to a few tapas-appetizers, several entres that are shareable for 2. The food was excellent, both in taste and presentation. The drinks are unique to the menu-theme. The mescal old fashioned was excellent. Downside is the noice level and the price. Having said that, it was a very unusual and delightful experience.
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Rich
Phoenix
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great experience! Food was unique and place has a great vibe! Gotta try it if you can get in!
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Rob
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely recommend. Such a great experience!!!!!
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Laura
Phoenix
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Would not go again. So noisy you cannot communicate with server. Food good nothing to write home about. Too much work to eat- had to cut up, separate and divide food. Wine out of stock. Had to ask for clean plates. Generally wayyyyyyy overhyped, too loud, music generally irksome, food ok. Meh
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Cristina
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience, great food and wonderful service.
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Cinthya
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the best time! Food was delicious and seasoned to perfection!
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Richard
VIP
Phoenix
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The short ribs were excellent. Why don’t they carry Limonada?
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FAQs

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

Bacanora is rated 4.8 stars by 79 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1301 NW Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2340

Dining areas

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 Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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

Bacanora

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

James Beard Award

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

6-Course Paired Wine Dinner

Menu

What 79 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Bacanora offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bacanora restaurant rated?

Is Bacanora currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information