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El Chorro, Paradise Valley, AZ

El Chorro

4.8
4.8
6713 Reviews
$50 and over
American
5550 E Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
We are delighted to welcome you to El Chorro Lodge.
**Sunday Brunch reservations REQUIRED**

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Charles Kassels
  • Private party facilities
    Special Events: Casa Paloma can accomodate 300 guests for cocktail functions; 250 guests for dining or 200 guests with a full stage and dance floor. Private Dining: Hampton Room for 35 guests. The Gallery Room for 56 guests & Landmark Room for 60 guests. Classroom Bar up to 150 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Paradise Valley
  • Cross street
    56th Street & Lincoln Drive
  • Parking details
    Parking Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day at El Chorro!

    May 11, 2025 only
    Show Mom just how much she means to you with an unforgettable dining experience this Mother’s Day! Treat her to a delectable 3-course meal, thoughtfully crafted to delight her taste buds and make her feel truly special. Gather your family and soak in the warm, elegant ambiance while enjoying exquisite dishes designed for the occasion. With stunning views, an inviting atmosphere, and a menu full of seasonal flavors, this is the perfect way to create cherished memories with the most important woman in your life. Join us for a heartfelt celebration of love, gratitude, and exceptional dining! $95++ per person $32++ children (ages 5-12) A 20% gratuity will be added to all bills on the day of the event. Alcohol and additional add-ons not included in pricing. To view menu: https://elchorro.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EC_MothersDay_Spot_2.12.25_web.pdf

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What 6,713 people are saying

El Chorro 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Scottsdale

    Best Ambiance

  • Scottsdale

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Chorro offers a "beautiful setting" with outstanding outdoor dining on its "gorgeous patio." Renowned for its "amazing food and service," highlights include the "flash fried lobster" and "famous sticky buns." The ambiance is "quintessential Arizona," making it a perfect spot for "special occasions" or an enjoyable meal with friends.

6,713 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Phoenix88 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful outdoor grounds, fabulous food and great service. The short ribs are delicious and the sticky buns never disappoint.

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  2. Denise VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and ambience was great. Salmon was overcooked. There continues to be bad reviews about food quality which must be addressed. Ambience only gets you so far. At the end of the day people go to eat, prices are high for plastic chair seating so food quality has to be great and it’s not.

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  3. Kevin VIP

    Vancouver2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was quite good, but they made us wait 25 minutes past the time of our reservation. The front desk told us it was because they were waiting for our table to free up, but when we got seated, there was an abundance of empty tables in the section that we were seated in Although the food was great and the server did a great job, having to wait that long for a reserved table was very frustrating. And to be lied about it makes it worse. I’d expect better at a place like this 

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  4. Sophia

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I saw this on tik tok and thought we’d give it a go. I know I wanted to go somewhere where I could sit outside and have a view, and this was exactly it! I am a foodie through and through and this place did not disappoint. I got the trout that was essentially breaded with almonds on top of some scalloped potatoes with green beans and it was splendid. There was an Oscar style fillet that was on the specials menu that was probably the best piece of meat I’ve ever had. I am so impressed and would recommend this first and foremost for an elevated dining experience!

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  5. Harold VIP

    Indiana13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic for celebrating special occasions. The restaurant took special care to prepare our meal with attention to being gluten free due to celiac disease.

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  6. Beth VIP

    Phoenix3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love El Chorro and it has been our place to celebrate occasions since we moved to the valley. We love sitting on the patio near a fireplace for the views while sipping a perfect martini. Ask for Jennifer, she is the best!
    El ChorroResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Beth Thank you for posting such a wonderful review! We are happy to know you have dined at El Chorro on several occasions and that you enjoyed our excellent views. We will also make sure that Jennifer knows how much you enjoyed her attentive hospitality. We appreciate you taking the time to share your comments, and we look forward to your next visit with us. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  7. Blanche

    Denver8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We made reservations three months in advance and requested certain tables that we had sit in the past and would like to be there again. When we arrived, they said our reservation had been canceled, but we had not canceled it and we had received a confirmation from OpenTable that reservation was still active. The tables we had requested were not available and we were seated in a subpar area. The food and the service was very good and which did help minimize the miscommunication. I might also add this is not the first time this has happened. We generally make reservations well in advance And there seems to be a miscommunication with management in providing our request.
    El ChorroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Blanche, Please know that we truly value your loyalty and continued support, and it’s never our intention to cause inconvenience to our guests. We want to sincerely apologize for the mix-up with your reservation and for not being able to accommodate your preferred seating request, especially after you made arrangements so far in advance. We have shared your feedback with the appropriate individuals and are grateful for your comments. We hope to provide you with the excellent visit you deserve when you return to the area. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  8. Chuck VIP

    Phoenix2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Chorro did an excellent job with the Easter brunch on April 20, 2025. The service and the quality of the meal were both outstanding.
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Chuck, It is always a pleasure to receive comments from satisfied diners, especially when they mention our outstanding service. Our team at El Chorro is devoted to ensuring every meal is exceptional, so we thank you for your compliments. We look forward to serving you again soon! Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  9. Robin

    Phoenix30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When my husband and I want to have a special dining experience, El Chorro is always at the top of our list. We have enjoyed our visits there every single time over our 10 years in Arizona. Moving here from the San Francisco Bay Area, our expectations for restaurants is quite high. El Chorro is truly outstanding. Today's Easter three course menu had wonderful selections for each course. There were easily 100+ diners and yet, we were seated right on our reservation time, had excellent service throughout, and the food was fantastic. The atmosphere is just beautiful and sitting outside in the gorgeous weather was so pleasant. This restaurant is managed so well. They make their guests their top priority!
    El ChorroResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Robin,  It is always wonderful to hear from our devoted guests, so thank you for taking the time to leave a review. With our quality, superior service, delicious meals, and elegant atmosphere, we think it is pretty easy to fall in love with El Chorro, and we are glad you feel the same! We enjoy having you and your husband each and every time and look forward to serving you again soon. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  10. kevin VIP

    Phoenix18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great service and outstanding food. Always enjoy our experience there.
    El ChorroResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Kevin,  Thank you for making El Chorro one of your preferred dining choices when visiting Paradise Valley. We are delighted you received excellent, attentive service and enjoyed our quality meals. It is always our pleasure to serve you, and we appreciate your generous review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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FAQs

El Chorro does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

El Chorro is rated 4.8 stars by 6713 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Phoenix / Arizona
  4. Scottsdale
  5. Paradise Valley

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Chorro

5550 E Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Additional information

  • Cross street
    56th Street & Lincoln Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Paradise Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charles Kassels
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Special Events: Casa Paloma can accomodate 300 guests for cocktail functions; 250 guests for dining or 200 guests with a full stage and dance floor. Private Dining: Hampton Room for 35 guests. The Gallery Room for 56 guests & Landmark Room for 60 guests. Classroom Bar up to 150 guests.
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