As far as we know, Restaurateur John Conley of Salsa Brava, is the only Flagstaff chef regularly featured on Phoenix TV station, Channel 3. Plus, Salsa Brava has been featured several times on The Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives! And we know why.

The food at Salsa Brava is consistently fresh and flavorful! John’s personally-inspired recipes include items such as Maui Tacos. They’re made with tender pork marinated in chile de arbol – not for the faint of heart. Spicy! Diced pineapple adds a sweet flavor. Other big sellers include: Korean Short Rib Tacos, and Shrimp & Lobster Enchiladas. For dessert try Mexican chocolate mousse made with heavy cream.

Salsa Brava serves up all-natural, antibiotic and hormone-free boneless, skinless chicken, trimmed top sirloin and lean pork. No lard. They have the best salsa bar in town offering several varieties of salsa made every day in their kitchen. They’re continually voted “Best Mexican Restaurant,” and “Best Salsa” by Arizona Daily Sun readers. You have to try it!

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A cute little “order and then sit” taco joint real close to downtown, just south of the tracks. With free WIFI, this a great place to munch on some chips and guacamole while you surf the net and have a microbrew or a margarita at happy hour. This isn’t just the regular Mexican food you’re used to though, they also have Grilled Ahi and Potato tacos too! Opt for one of their combos or a specialty salad like the Grilled Ahi Salad. Enjoy the laid back, loft-like atmosphere, good music and vibe with a vegetarian quesadilla made with “Tortilla Lady” tortillas!

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This special little hole-in-the-wall is a local favorite. It’s unique in that there is only one chef (the owner) and one server usually, you’ll most likely need to wait outside for a table, and they are only open from 8-1pm, breakfast and lunch. Don’t expect to have chips while you wait, browse at the local art that adorns the pastel colored walls instead. Get ready for enormous portions and spicy food! Try the Chilaquiles, Fratelliquiles (chilaquiles with chili verde) or the Huevos Rancheros, you won’t be disappointed and you won’t be hungry, for a while. Enjoy the interesting salt and pepper shakers at the tables…see now you’ll have to go, ‘cause you want to be in the know.

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A simple, brightly colored family owned Mexican joint with murals on the walls, set inside a converted home just North of NAU, a favorite amongst locals and NAU staffers. A part of Flagstaff for decades, El Charro serves up basic Mexican food like Cheese Enchiladas and Guacamole Tostadas with a friendly smile and fresh ingredients. A good full service place to sit down and grab lunch with a buddy over an Horchata.

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Cafe Ole pays attention to details with their warm welcoming décor of bright colors and authentic Mexican nick knacks on the walls. Be sure to share a table with friends out on their fantastic patio in the summer, the blooming vines along the walls make for a delighful backdrop. Start out the meal with some warm chips and chunky salsa. Friendly servers deliver tasty Mexican meals like the Green Chile Pork Enchiladas and a variety of clearly identified vegetarian, vegan and wheat-free possibilities, usually made with beans, spinach or squash. Refresh yourself with one of their unique margaritas made with wine instead of tequila.

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Spinnin’ salsas and twistin’ phatties it what they do at BBBB. It's a small, walk-up joint with fast service and a cute patio for your warm weather enjoyment. Known for their specialty wraps, fresh handcrafted salsa recipes and their burritos. Enjoy the Grilled Ahi or Roasted Jalapeno Chicken wrap, the Shrimp Burritto (an oxymoron) and any one of their handmade salsas like the Mango Pineapple or the Habanero, you’ll have tears of joy! All the burritos come with a healthy serving of black beans, brown rice, fresh salsa and tortilla chips. This place won't break your pocketbook while you enjoy a healthy, flavorful respite from normal fast food.

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Take a break from the desert at this lively cantina! Its coastal Mexican “spring break” attitude will have you hearing seagulls and smellin’ the ocean air. Try a Margarita Chicken Salad or see if you can finish the El Gordito Burrito, they’ll even give you a t-shirt if you can! This Cantina brings tons of fun and nightlife to Flagstaff. After 10 pm they lower the lights, clear the tables and start the music pumpin’ and the fiesta dancin’ begins! Don’t miss out on one of their speciality drinks like the Heather-Rita or the 25 oz Tidy Fish Bowl, be sure to share with a friend!

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