Dine at Desert Bistro
Food & DrinkEasyYear-round
Savor upscale Southwestern cuisine like elk tenderloin inside a refurbished 1890s dance hall, perfect for a refined post-adventure meal.
Itinerary tips
- 1Make reservations at least two weeks in advance, especially during the peak spring and fall climbing seasons.
- 2Allow approximately two hours for your meal to fully enjoy the multi-course upscale Southwestern experience.
- 3Bring a light jacket even in summer, as the refurbished dance hall interior is kept cool with air conditioning.
- 4Park in the dedicated lot directly adjacent to the historic building to avoid street parking congestion.
- 5Order the elk tenderloin or the house-made focaccia, which are consistent local favorites for post-adventure dining.
- 6Arrive 15 minutes early to walk the grounds and admire the 1890s stone architecture before your seating.
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