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Ocotillo is a bonafide food and drink compound in central Phoenix, with a sprawling, ambitious menu of New American eats. Here, "New American" means everything from big plates of gorgeously burnished... Read More
Ocotillo is a bonafide food and drink compound in central Phoenix, with a sprawling, ambitious menu of New American eats. Here, "New American" means everything from big plates of gorgeously burnished roasted chicken, enormous falafel burgers, or perhaps a small plate of roasted cauliflower that's almost as appetizing and richly flavored as a slab of steak. For dinner, the menu offers a selection of vegetable and meat small plates, house-made pasta dishes, and entrees. For lunch, feast on big, fresh gourmet salads, sandwiches, roasted chicken dishes, pasta, or put together your dream meal with various small plates. The restaurant is also home to an outdoor beer garden, a swanky indoor bar, an extensive wine list, and a popular weekend brunch.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Patricia Escarcega
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson Local Expert
- Best Restaurants, Lunch, Brunch: "Reservations are highly recommended, especially if you're angling to come for the weekend brunch."
- Family Friendly: "With a spacious outdoor patio, including a small lawn that's very kid-friendly, Ocotillo offers a welcoming space for families."
- Recommended as Best Restaurants Because: With great options for large groups and intimate settings you can find room and well thought out dishes to enjoy.
- Best for Family Friendly Because: Ocotillo's spacious outdoor patio and courtyard offer plenty of space for families.
- Best for Lunch Because: Ocotillo is a lively midtown Phoenix lunch destination, but the fresh, local-centric New American menu makes it worth the wait for an open table.
- Best for Brunch Because: Ocotillo offers a popular weekend brunch menu that will appeal to even the most discriminating food person in your life.
