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El Chorro, Paradise Valley, AZ

El Chorro

4.8
4.8
6661 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charles Kassels

Experiences

  • Easter at El Chorro!

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Celebrate Easter with us and indulge in a delightful 3-course meal perfect for the season! Gather your family and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere as we serve up a mouthwatering selection of seasonal dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy exquisite views and a wonderful ambiance that makes this the ideal place to create lasting memories with your loved ones this Easter. Join us for an unforgettable experience—where great food, great company, and great surroundings come together for the perfect holiday gathering! $98++ per person $32++ children (ages 5-12) 20% gratuity is added to all bills, day of *Alcohol and additional add ons not included in pricing* To view menu: https://elchorro.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EC_Easter_Spot_2.12.25_Web.pdf

Private dining

What 6,661 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Scottsdale

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Chorro offers a delightful dining experience with its "amazing food" and "great service" in a stunning setting. The restaurant is known for its "beautiful outdoor patio," perfect for special occasions. While prices can be high, the ambiance and quality of dishes like the "fried lobster appetizer" make it a memorable destination.

6,661 Reviews
  1. John VIP

    Chicago31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Food is outstanding and tge service is impeccable!
    El ChorroResponded today
    Dear John, We appreciate you taking the time to post such a wonderful review! We are pleased knowing you have dined at El Chorro on several occasions and you had an excellent experience each time. We hope you will come back often to enjoy more of our hospitality and wonderful creations by our chef. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  2. Brian

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience at El Chorro. The food was cooked perfectly. The service was exceptional. Tye was great. Very attentive without being too intrusive.
    El ChorroResponded today
    Dear Brian, We’re delighted to hear that your experience at El Chorro was so enjoyable! It’s wonderful that both the meal and service exceeded your expectations. We’ll be sure to recognize Tye for providing such thoughtful hospitality. Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  3. food4thought

    Phoenix5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Very slow to be seated even though we arrived at our reservation time. Then we were seated in a poorly heated back room and had to ask to be relocated to somewhere with heat on a blustery 40 something degree evening. This was inconvenient, but the main issue was that the food just wasn’t very good. Beef Stroganoff was overpowered by onions. Chilean Sea Bass was a bit overcooked with a bizarre side dish that I couldn’t even identify (I thought it was supposed to be potatoes, maybe it was turnips???). Anyway, it overall was icky. Even one of our longtime favorite dishes, the shrimp cocktail, was only so so, with a dipping sauce that was another hard to identify concoction. El Chorro has been a go to for us for years, but after tonight, we won’t be going back in the foreseeable future. I wonder if it was sold to some kind of a corporate chain? The only vestige of its previous quality was the signature sticky buns. They remain delicious, but I would not order any of the other items we had again. My advice is just don’t go; spend your time and money elsewhere.
    El ChorroResponded today
    Dear Guest, It’s disappointing to hear that your recent visit did not reflect the high standards you’ve previously enjoyed with us. The seating experience and meal should have been far more enjoyable, and we apologize that this was not the case. Your thoughts on the dishes are appreciated, as they help us identify areas that need attention. While we’re glad one of our signature items still impressed, we regret that the rest of your experience fell short. We value your feedback and will be reviewing these concerns with our team. We hope you will allow us to provide you with a much-improved dining experience in the near future. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  4. Roger VIP

    Phoenix18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Oysters Rockefeller is the Best I’ve had, hands down, in years! Order it! The service is always attentive and consistent, so bring your friends to enjoy a first class meal and culinary experience.
    El ChorroResponded today
    Dear Roger, It’s wonderful to hear that you had a pleasant dining experience and that the Oysters Rockafeller exceeded your expectations! Knowing it was a standout for you makes us truly proud, and we will be pleased to share your compliments on this particular item with our chef. We’re also glad that you enjoyed our service throughout your visit. Your recommendation means a lot, and we look forward to welcoming you back to El Chorro for another exceptional meal. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  5. Ali

    Seattle5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous as always. Grew up in Scottsdale . Now live in Washington,, but came back for my 70th … El Chorro is always my favorite for steaks!
    El ChorroResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Ali, It is always wonderful to hear from our devoted guests, so thank you for leaving a review. We are delighted you received excellent, attentive service and enjoyed our quality meals. We will share your compliments with Jessica. We enjoy having you every time and look forward to serving you again at El Chorro. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  6. Randy

    Phoenix10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Chorro is simply the best! From ambience, quality and service they can’t be beat. I had a filet and it was perfectly cooked.
    El ChorroResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Randy, What a delight for us to read your comments. We enjoy offering our guests a simple, elegant atmosphere combined with delicious food served by our devoted staff. Thank you for leaving your review and for the generous remarks. It was our pleasure having you at El Chorro, and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  7. Breck

    Kansas City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Chorro consistently impresses us as an outstanding restaurant. The ambiance is wonderful, the food is excellent, and the service is first class. We have enjoyed our visits in the past, and look forward to visiting in the future.
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Breck, Thank you so much for your continued patronage and kind words. We enjoy offering our guests a simple, elegant atmosphere combined with delicious food served by our devoted staff. It means so much to us that you’ve enjoyed past visits and plan to return in the future. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another wonderful experience at El Chorro! Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  8. cecilia

    Phoenix5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We reserved a table outdoors having found it can be loud inside. Our server Vicky took good care of us. We weren’t rushed. We were celebrating our recent wedding anniversary with friends we hadn’t seen in a while. As the sun moved, staff were able to move our umbrella to block direct sunlight - thank you! We did not ask for gluten free, vegan or vegetarian options.
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Cecilia, Thank you for celebrating your special occasion with us at El Chorro! We're delighted to hear that Vicky took great care of you and that you enjoyed a relaxed and comfortable experience outdoors. It’s wonderful that our team could accommodate your needs and make your anniversary celebration with friends even more enjoyable. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  9. David

    Phoenix2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always good at El Charro. Joe, the waiter was great. The food was exceptional, prepared and delivered hot.
    El ChorroResponded 4 days ago
    Dear David, We are delighted to know Joe did an excellent job taking care of you, and it will be our pleasure to pass along the kind remarks. It is also great to know you loved your delicious meal. We are happy to know you have dined at El Chorro on several occasions and that each experience has been spectacular. We look forward to exceeding your expectations once more. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  10. Wayne VIP

    Chicago49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El chorro is a gem. Great ambience and outdoors areas and views. The staff was awesome and inviting from the moment we checked in. The food was great! Appetizers and entrees. This on top of great tasting cocktails makes for an enjoyable evening. We have already booked another dinner here!
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Wayne, Thank you for the wonderful review of El Chorro! As one of the oldest restaurants here in Arizona, we have worked hard to create the perfect dining experience over the years. Eating local, fresh food while enjoying stunning views is our specialty, and we are happy that you loved your first visit with us. We appreciate knowing you plan to return; we all look forward to it! 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 6661 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Chorro

5550 E Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charles Kassels
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