Creekside American Bistro
The practical view restaurant. Covered outdoor decks over Oak Creek with a red rock outlook — not quite the panorama of Mariposa or Che Ah Chi, but considerably easier to get a table at and noticeably cheaper.
It runs from breakfast through dinner, which makes it flexible around a hiking day, and the happy hour is well regarded.
Dog-friendly patio, which narrows the field a lot in Sedona.
The facts
- Cuisine
- American bistro
- Area
- Uptown Sedona
- Red rock view
- Yes — covered decks over Oak Creek toward the red rocks
- Price
- $$$
- Address
- 251 AZ-179, Sedona, AZ 86336
- Phone
- (928) 282-1705
Getting there
251 AZ-179, Sedona, AZ 86336
Phone: (928) 282-1705
Get directions →Worth knowing
The creek setting means shade and the sound of moving water, which in a Sedona summer is worth as much as the view itself.
It's right at the Y, so it's walkable from much of Uptown — park once in a free lot and stroll.
If Mariposa and Elote are booked out, this is the reliable fallback that doesn't feel like a compromise.
Hours and prices change — check the restaurant's own site.
Frequently asked questions
Is Creekside American Bistro dog-friendly?
The patio is. Confirm current policy with the restaurant before relying on it.
Does it have a red rock view?
Yes, from the covered creek decks — a partial outlook rather than the wide panorama of Mariposa, but a genuine one.
Facts on this page last verified July 28, 2026. Fees, hours, and access rules change seasonally — confirm with the official source before a long drive.