Bacanora

Bacanora: wood-fired Sonoran cuisine in downtown Phoenix

Bacanora is a Sonoran cuisine restaurant located in the Grand Ave neighborhood in downtown Phoenix (Arizona). Its approach is built around a wood-fired grill, over whose open flame every dish it serves is cooked. The establishment opened in downtown Phoenix in 2021 and its kitchen is led by chef René Andrade.

The restaurant's own presentation defines its concept as the spirit of "bacanora," understood as the distilled agave spirit, applied to the mission of bringing Sonoran cuisine to downtown Phoenix. The venue's description refers to a wood-fired dining experience with big-flavor dishes and a strong personality, in a casual and intimate space.

Recognition and profile

In 2024, chef René Andrade received the James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southwest. According to the restaurant's information, this honor came after Bacanora, since its opening in 2021, drew the attention of outlets such as The New York Times, Esquire, and local publications. The OpenTable editors' review highlights that the restaurant quickly became known nationwide for its Sonoran cuisine, with dishes such as tomahawk steak and pineapples hanging over an open flame, accompanied by agave cocktails and natural wine.

Culinary offering

Bacanora's kitchen is based on Sonoran cuisine and the exclusive use of the wood-fired grill. The source mentions dishes such as tomahawk steak and pineapples roasted over an open flame. The offering is rounded out with agave cocktails and natural wine. The restaurant's description emphasizes that every dish is made with love for the ingredients, for the guests, and for the community.

Dinner service

The restaurant offers dinner service Monday through Saturday, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The site's information indicates that reservations can be made through the channels enabled for that purpose, and that there is the possibility of booking the space for events, both on-site and off-site.

Location and contact

1301 NW Grand Ave Unit 1, Phoenix, AZ 85007 · Hours: Dinner: Monday through Saturday, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.