Breakfast

Fresh, premium ingredients are fashioned into Oaxaca's great, homemade dishes, and many healthy options combat Mexican food's reputation as highly caloric. Start with posole in a sourdough bowl, and then try chicken flautas, blue corn enchiladas, or fish tacos with lime-cilantro dressing. You can also sample filet mignon, goat cheese-stuffed chicken breast, or grilled, cornmeal-crusted trout. Great tequilas and margaritas are also available, and the rooftop cantina is a favorite with regulars.

This hotel property treats patrons to tasty American fare with a local twist. As they dine, guests look out over Sedona's signature landscape and the manicured golf course, indulging in lobster farfalle, pan-seared Gulf snapper, pepper-crusted beef tenderloin, and an awesome paella lush with sausage, mussels, shrimp, chicken, and crab. The outdoor patio is a terrific warm-weather site, and the restaurant's breakfast buffet is ideal for leisurely mornings.

Renowned in the area for its easy grace, romantic surroundings, and incomparable cuisine, this creekside restaurant does everything right. It's ideal for special occasions, and folks love its gourmet French fare. Dinner options include a tasting menu and a la carte selections, and creative delights are fashioned from fresh, traditional ingredients like lobster, foie gras, and sweetbreads. An incredible wine list and a lovely outdoor terrace only increase the appeal. Dress pants and collared shirts are requested of men.

If you're not sure exactly what you want to eat but know it has to be good, Orchards should be your first thought. Comfortable and relaxed, the restaurant offers everything from light fare to full meals. Chicken and walnut salad with avocado is delicious, and so is the buffalo burger. Pizzas, calzones, and pastas also fit the bill, as do New York striploin, babyback ribs, sauteed red trout with cilantro pesto, and phyllo-wrapped salmon with lemon caper cream sauce. Daily specials, wine, and beer also available.

The locals' choice for breakfast, Coffee Pot greets patrons with an all-day breakfast menu and a bottomless cup of coffee. They'll also tempt you with a whopping 101 omelet variations, including ones stuffed with green chilis and even PB&J. If you don't find one to suit (unlikely), opt for buckwheat pancakes, biscuits, a side of grits or potatoes, or even the tried-and-true bacon and eggs. Patio dining, gift shop, and full bar also available. Named for the nearby Coffee Pot rock formation.

You'll delight in Oak Creek Canyon's rustic charm at this resort dining room, which features an interior of knotty pine accented with artwork and greenery. A fireplace adds to the warm ambience, and the menu offers a selection of pastas, steaks, and seafood dishes, along with house specialties like baby back ribs and almond-crusted trout. The outdoor deck entices folks when the weather's warm, and a full bar can accommodate most requests. Pleasant views too.

Its charming garden setting goes far to recommend this wonderful eatery, which features a fountain and an abundance of blooming, vining flora. The cuisine absolutely holds its own next to such beauty, thanks to organic ingredients and a gourmet touch. Pastries and fragrant coffees accommodate light morning diners, and you'll also find French toast and quiches. Additional possibilities during the day include fresh salads, sandwiches, and other creative, well-executed dishes.