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Bacanora, Phoenix, AZ
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Bacanora

$50 and over
Mexican

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2 people
19:30
Booked 13 times today
  • 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

  • Award icon
    James Beard Award2024

From the OpenTable editors: Bacanora fired up the grill in Phoenix city centre 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 flavourful 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 10:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • 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 Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

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What 93 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 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 offers an extraordinary dining experience with "amazing food" and "wonderful service." The Sonoran cuisine is "authentic and flavorful," featuring standout dishes like birria, short rib asada, and pollo asado. The vibrant atmosphere and "knowledgeable staff" create a warm, welcoming environment. Reservations are coveted, but the experience is "worth the wait."

93 Reviews

  1. Amy

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The social media buzz surrounding this restaurant doesn’t align with the actual dining experience. The menu relies on the same core ingredients across multiple dishes, leading to a lack of variety and an overall average taste. After dining here, both my guest and I experienced stomach discomfort the next morning. I sampled several dishes: the bone marrow was mediocre, the frijole dip and cucumber salad were disappointing, the elote was underwhelming, the pork ribs were good, and the rotating agua fresca was outstanding. Many dishes shared identical ingredients— for instance, the bone marrow used the same salad and vinaigrette as the cucumber salad, and the pork ribs had components similar to the frijole dip. This resulted in a monotonous flavor profile with little distinction between dishes. For a similar price but a significantly better dining experience, I highly recommend Chilte down the street, which offers a much more dynamic and diverse menu.

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  2. Curtis

    Dallas

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, drinks and service. Recommend for any special occasion or if you just want some great Sonoran food.

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  3. Adam

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was not as good as seen on other reviews. The charred flavor was there on the meat but the pork was overcooked and both entrees (chicken and pork with beans and vegetables) weren’t seasoned very well. The atmosphere and service were great. Though, not worth the price.

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  4. Chuck

    VIP

    Phoenix

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy and lively atmosphere. Had the dive feel going but clean and organized. The service was prompt and the host was well informed on the menu. We will be back.

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  5. Erica

    Phoenix

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing! Service was great! Drinks were excellent! 👌🏼

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  6. Renee

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was great! Food top notch, drinks delish. Dessert amazing.

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  7. Gary

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good and Alex was an exceptional server. Will recommend to others and look forward to trying their other restaurant, Huarachis.

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  8. Lisa

    Phoenix

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food and service was excellent. Your reservation is for 90 minutes so order early and ask how long the dishes take. We ordered the steak which takes 45 minutes which was very good so make sure you order that when you first get seated

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  9. Curtis

    VIP

    Phoenix

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful. A total immersion into blending flavors, from the Elite with a spicy cream sauce to the mussels in warm broth with wine and corn. The pollo asado was cooked to perfection with side of tortillas, potatoes, beans, a flavorful bun of chiles all cooked over a mesquite grill. The margaritas are cold, smooth and refreshing. Service was great, the staff was excited and happy and worked well in the small space. Our server Loghan was a delight!

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  10. Erik

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every experience that I’ve had here has been wonderful. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Rene has done a great job of ensuring that every visit feels like it’s your first time with his revolving menu. The birria and short rib asada is to die for. The flavors and smells of the kitchen remind me of home in Michoacan.

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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 93 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:30
Booked 13 times today

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Google Map for Bacanora

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 10:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • 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
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