Cave Creek / Carefree guidebook

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Cave Creek / Carefree guidebook

Sightseeing

Check out downtown Cave Creek for unique shopping, wonderful dining options and fun activities for all ages!
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Cave Creek
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Check out downtown Cave Creek for unique shopping, wonderful dining options and fun activities for all ages!
Where the locals like to get out and enjoy the beauty of the area!
Spur Cross Trail
Spur Cross Trail
Where the locals like to get out and enjoy the beauty of the area!
Hike to the top of this trail for a great view of the mountains that surround Desert Botanical Garden and Phoenix.
Sonoran Desert
Hike to the top of this trail for a great view of the mountains that surround Desert Botanical Garden and Phoenix.
Desert Botanical Garden in Papago Park in Central Phoenix is not only a botanical garden, but it is also classified as a museum by the American Association of Museums. The garden covers about 50 acres, and in addition to the vast array of native plants on display, the garden is home to over 21,000 plants representing 3,931 plant classifications in 139 plant families.
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Desert Botanical Garden
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Desert Botanical Garden in Papago Park in Central Phoenix is not only a botanical garden, but it is also classified as a museum by the American Association of Museums. The garden covers about 50 acres, and in addition to the vast array of native plants on display, the garden is home to over 21,000 plants representing 3,931 plant classifications in 139 plant families.
An amazing oasis in the desert, the Carefree Desert Gardens is one of only two public botanical gardens in the Greater Phoenix area, located along pedestrian-friendly Easy Street in downtown Carefree. The Gardens are FREE to access*, and are open 365 days a year. Situated on four acres, visitors can stroll and enjoy rare and fascinating desert plant specimens on a self-guided walking tour, allowing for a visual and emotional connection with nature. Things to Do - Explore one of the largest working Sundials in the U.S.! - Visit the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, home of a variety of Town events and concerts - Attend a Garden Seminar, held the 2nd Saturday of the month, Jan.–April - Kiwanis Splash Park – OPEN April-Oct., 9 a.m.–7 p.m. - Children's Playground, featuring a Gila Monster slide! - Free Little Library Book Exchange *Signature Garden Events such as Enchanted Pumpkin Garden, Christmas in Carefree and other special events may require a nominal fee for garden entry.
Carefree Desert Gardens
101 Easy St
An amazing oasis in the desert, the Carefree Desert Gardens is one of only two public botanical gardens in the Greater Phoenix area, located along pedestrian-friendly Easy Street in downtown Carefree. The Gardens are FREE to access*, and are open 365 days a year. Situated on four acres, visitors can stroll and enjoy rare and fascinating desert plant specimens on a self-guided walking tour, allowing for a visual and emotional connection with nature. Things to Do - Explore one of the largest working Sundials in the U.S.! - Visit the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, home of a variety of Town events and concerts - Attend a Garden Seminar, held the 2nd Saturday of the month, Jan.–April - Kiwanis Splash Park – OPEN April-Oct., 9 a.m.–7 p.m. - Children's Playground, featuring a Gila Monster slide! - Free Little Library Book Exchange *Signature Garden Events such as Enchanted Pumpkin Garden, Christmas in Carefree and other special events may require a nominal fee for garden entry.
The park is very well-kept and brimming with ways to enjoy the landscape.
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Cave Creek Regional Park
37019 N Lava Ln
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The park is very well-kept and brimming with ways to enjoy the landscape.
Explore the most popular trails in Black Mountain Summit Park with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Black Mountain Summit Trail
Black Mountain Summit Trail
Explore the most popular trails in Black Mountain Summit Park with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

Food scene

Great Quality, Very Good Food, Great Value...that's 5 stars!
Twist Bistro and Gallery
32409 N Scottsdale Rd
Great Quality, Very Good Food, Great Value...that's 5 stars!
The place is really cute with mechanical bull riding, Western dance lessons etc. So if you want some "rootin, tootin" western fun by all means go here. Grab some food while you are there but be satisfied with just okay food. Great atmosphere but would not be famous for their food.
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Buffalo Chip Saloon and Steakhouse
6823 E Cave Creek Rd
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The place is really cute with mechanical bull riding, Western dance lessons etc. So if you want some "rootin, tootin" western fun by all means go here. Grab some food while you are there but be satisfied with just okay food. Great atmosphere but would not be famous for their food.
Oregano's is a unique joint serving amazing hand-tossed thin crust, stuffed and pan pizzas and generous pastas, salads and sandwiches, along with our signature Original Pizza Cookie®. The Oregano's experience transports you to a 40's & 50's neighborhood pizza joint including big band music, patio dining and unparalleled hospitality reminiscent of the era.
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Oregano's Pizza Bistro
37645 N Cave Creek Rd
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Oregano's is a unique joint serving amazing hand-tossed thin crust, stuffed and pan pizzas and generous pastas, salads and sandwiches, along with our signature Original Pizza Cookie®. The Oregano's experience transports you to a 40's & 50's neighborhood pizza joint including big band music, patio dining and unparalleled hospitality reminiscent of the era.
The Horny Toad Restaurant, a rustic spot known for their mouth-watering Barbecued Pork and Beef Ribs,great steaks and our award winning famous Crispy Fried Chicken. This fun restaurant has generated national recognition for its fun atmosphere, friendly service, and huge portions that always leaves you stuffed and satisfied.Our hefty menu offers heaping portions of Barbecue Ribs smothered with our homemade special BBQ sauce.After your dinner satisfy your sweet tooth with a hot fudge brownie sundae, homemade apple cobbler, or The Toads famous Strawberry Shortcake. The Horny Toad is a great place to bring the family! The Toad has the very best of accommodations with our indoor dining rooms, and a western style patio that overlooks the beautiful desert mountain sunsets.
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The Horny Toad
6738 E Cave Creek Rd
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The Horny Toad Restaurant, a rustic spot known for their mouth-watering Barbecued Pork and Beef Ribs,great steaks and our award winning famous Crispy Fried Chicken. This fun restaurant has generated national recognition for its fun atmosphere, friendly service, and huge portions that always leaves you stuffed and satisfied.Our hefty menu offers heaping portions of Barbecue Ribs smothered with our homemade special BBQ sauce.After your dinner satisfy your sweet tooth with a hot fudge brownie sundae, homemade apple cobbler, or The Toads famous Strawberry Shortcake. The Horny Toad is a great place to bring the family! The Toad has the very best of accommodations with our indoor dining rooms, and a western style patio that overlooks the beautiful desert mountain sunsets.
Fresh daily homemade pasta, first Pinsa Romana in Arizona, veal, seafood, gelato, cocktails and Italian wine
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Pizzicata USA
North Hum Road
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Fresh daily homemade pasta, first Pinsa Romana in Arizona, veal, seafood, gelato, cocktails and Italian wine
Z's Thai Aisian fusion cuisine with no MSG, Gluten free, Vegetarian & Vegan options are available. Home cooking style, especially Thai Cooking techniques. The owner very strict about healthy and freshness.
Z's House Of Thai
6602 E Cave Creek Rd
Z's Thai Aisian fusion cuisine with no MSG, Gluten free, Vegetarian & Vegan options are available. Home cooking style, especially Thai Cooking techniques. The owner very strict about healthy and freshness.
For authentic Mexican Food, you won't find better chips/salsa and entree dishes than this place. Great service and atmosphere with a turtle pond in the middle.
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El Encanto
6248 E Cave Creek Rd
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For authentic Mexican Food, you won't find better chips/salsa and entree dishes than this place. Great service and atmosphere with a turtle pond in the middle.
We’re a small family owned BBQ restaurant located in the heart of Cave Creek, AZ. Our meats are smoked daily using local Pecan Wood. All of our sides and BBQ Sauce are original recipes and prepared with lots of love! Gluten-free and Vegetarian options are available.
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Bryan's Black Mountain Barbecue
6130 E Cave Creek Rd
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We’re a small family owned BBQ restaurant located in the heart of Cave Creek, AZ. Our meats are smoked daily using local Pecan Wood. All of our sides and BBQ Sauce are original recipes and prepared with lots of love! Gluten-free and Vegetarian options are available.
Tonto Bar & Grill is built on a strong foundation that transcends most restaurants' missions. We fuse New American, Southwestern, and Native American ingredients and present them in a warm, welcoming atmosphere rich in Arizona lore. Not only do we take great pride in our food, drinks, and service - all of which are consistently outstanding - we also aim to preserve Arizona's heritage through our cuisine and by sharing the stories of our property's past.
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Tonto Bar & Grill
5736 E Rancho Manana Blvd
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Tonto Bar & Grill is built on a strong foundation that transcends most restaurants' missions. We fuse New American, Southwestern, and Native American ingredients and present them in a warm, welcoming atmosphere rich in Arizona lore. Not only do we take great pride in our food, drinks, and service - all of which are consistently outstanding - we also aim to preserve Arizona's heritage through our cuisine and by sharing the stories of our property's past.
Keeler's Neighborhood Steakhouse is the answer to the demand for a high value for the dollar, top-quality steakhouse experience in north Scottsdale -- at last! Keeler's Neighborhood Steakhouse is the latest concept by our family-run company, Keeler Hospitality Group, LLC.
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Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse
7212 Ho Hum Drive
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Keeler's Neighborhood Steakhouse is the answer to the demand for a high value for the dollar, top-quality steakhouse experience in north Scottsdale -- at last! Keeler's Neighborhood Steakhouse is the latest concept by our family-run company, Keeler Hospitality Group, LLC.
Corrado"s Cucina Italiana offers traditional dishes from north and south of Italy with a fresh approach to the original recipes. Homemade pasta, organic vegetables and grass fed meat are part of the menu.
Corrado's Cucina Italiana
100 Easy St
Corrado"s Cucina Italiana offers traditional dishes from north and south of Italy with a fresh approach to the original recipes. Homemade pasta, organic vegetables and grass fed meat are part of the menu.
The current menu is quite different from most sandwich shops. They offer wine pairings with panini for sandwiches like The Angry Turkey (oven roasted turkey, hot Giardiniera, and aged provolone), the Chicago Connection (hot capricola, salami, prosciutto, mortadella, aged provolone, tomato and pesto), and the Snake Bite (stacked Italian sausage, Arrabbiata sauce, and aged provolone). Every ingredient has been specially selected to provide the maximum flavor!
Vino & Panino
6920 E Cave Creek Rd
The current menu is quite different from most sandwich shops. They offer wine pairings with panini for sandwiches like The Angry Turkey (oven roasted turkey, hot Giardiniera, and aged provolone), the Chicago Connection (hot capricola, salami, prosciutto, mortadella, aged provolone, tomato and pesto), and the Snake Bite (stacked Italian sausage, Arrabbiata sauce, and aged provolone). Every ingredient has been specially selected to provide the maximum flavor!
Opened in 2016, The Creek Patio Grill strives to offer great food and exceptional service at a reasonable price. Featuring hand tossed, brick-oven fired pizzas, epic burgers, a wide variety of appetizers and entrees sure to satisfy your appetite. With two patios, private dining, water features, and more, we invite you to come Eat - Drink - Relax.
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The Creek Patio Grill
28244 N Tatum Blvd
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Opened in 2016, The Creek Patio Grill strives to offer great food and exceptional service at a reasonable price. Featuring hand tossed, brick-oven fired pizzas, epic burgers, a wide variety of appetizers and entrees sure to satisfy your appetite. With two patios, private dining, water features, and more, we invite you to come Eat - Drink - Relax.
Restaurant & Cafe. Coffee House, Breakfast, Lunch. Great selection of Beer, Wine, and Mixed drinks.
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The Grotto Cafe
6501 E Cave Creek Rd
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Restaurant & Cafe. Coffee House, Breakfast, Lunch. Great selection of Beer, Wine, and Mixed drinks.
Tasty and authentic!
Jj's Gyros
1855 W Deer Valley Rd
Tasty and authentic!
Love the panang chicken curry at this location.
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Thai House
15577 N Hayden Rd
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Love the panang chicken curry at this location.
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Big Earl's Greasy Eats
6135 E Cave Creek Rd
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