Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Phoenix / Arizona
  4. Phoenix
  5. Downtown Phoenix
Carcara, Phoenix, AZ

Carcara

4.4
4.4
567 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 34 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Carcara is a space curated to provide a resonating dining experience evoking the heritage and history of the local Phoenix community and welcoming all to immerse themselves in the destination.

Grounded with a strong sense of place we celebrate local, indigenous & seasonal ingredients through native American and Sonoran-inspired cuisine with hand-crafted cocktails.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Bar Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (602) 817-5400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Mesa - Perfect for a small business dinner or intimate gathering comfortably seating 8 with open views of our dining room.Copper -Offering a flexible setup perfect for small gatherings or receptions with street views of downtown. Sits 30.Cotton -Tucked away in the back of our dining room this space is great for private dinner parties Sits 10.
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Phoenix
  • Cross Street
    3rd Street & Van Buren
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 567 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Carcara offers a delightful dining experience with a "beautiful setting" and "excellent service." The varied menu impresses with "amazing vegan options" and "delicious" food, highlighted by standout dishes like "short rib tacos" and "pork chop plate with risotto." Outdoor seating is praised for its "quiet" and "fun" ambiance. While some service inconsistencies are noted, the overall experience is often described as "wonderful," making it a "highly recommend" spot for both casual and special occasions.

567 Reviews
  1. Amanda

    VIP

    Denver

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was wonderful and food was fantastic!
    CarcaraResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Amanda, Thank you for the wonderful review; we enjoy hearing from our guests! We strive to provide an outstanding experience to everyone who comes through our doors, so it is always rewarding to have our hard-working staff acknowledged. We were also delighted to learn that you enjoyed our delicious food. It was our pleasure having you at Carcara, and we hope to see you again soon. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  2. Judy

    Miami

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another delicious meal in a beautiful setting with excellent service.
    CarcaraResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Judy, Thank you very much for your kind review. We do pride ourselves on our warm, inviting dining room, and we appreciate you mentioning how much this added to your experience. We are also pleased you specifically mentioned Jessica. Excellent service is an important component of our dining experience. It was our pleasure serving you; please come and join us again soon. Thank you once more for the great review! Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  3. Chiffon

    VIP

    New York City

    45 reviews

    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I had brunch on Sunday. I ordered the chicken and waffles. The chicken was fresh and the waffles nice and buttery. The butter sauce in the chicken was okay. I’m not really a sauce girl. The non alcoholic ginger beverage was refreshing with a little Kick. I ordered 2. Staff friendly an attentive. The resturant was clean and pretty setting indoor and outside.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Kathleen

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good. Wait staff were poorly trained or didn’t care. Could not explain the appetizers or the main course selection. Mixed up the bills which were eventually corrected. Unfortunately what could have been an excellent experience was just average.
    CarcaraResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Kathleen, Thank you for your review; we were pleased to read that you enjoyed your time dining with us. We are very proud of our commitment to locally sourced food, and it was nice to see how much you appreciated your meal. However, we are sorry that you had some service issues during your meal. We take these concerns seriously and will speak with our staff to ensure they are giving every guest the attentive service they deserve as we continually strive to improve. Thank you once more for your candid comments, and we hope to serve you again in the future. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  5. John

    VIP

    Cleveland

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I had dinner and then two days later lunch. Both times I sat outside on the patio next to the sidewalk and street. It was a nice ambience. The food was top notch with an adequate drink menu. Service was also good. Overall both experiences were 5 star.
    CarcaraResponded 3 days ago
    Dear John, It is always wonderful to hear from our devoted guests, so thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our restaurant is designed to be a modern, inspiring space, and we are delighted you enjoyed our ambience. We are glad to learn that you appreciated our food and drinks. We were also happy to learn that our staff did an excellent job taking care of you. Our team works incredibly hard, and we will enjoy sharing your compliments with them. Thank you once more, and we all look forward to seeing you again at Carcara! Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  6. Jesse

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First off our waitress was nice. Second the food was good and last was the seating my gf loved the spot they put us at and made the dining experience really nice thanks for taking care of us celebrating our Valentine’s Day on Sunday
    CarcaraResponded on February 18, 2025
    Dear Jesse, We enjoy hearing from our guests, and we want to thank you for the wonderful review. We seek to provide each guest with an outstanding experience, so it is always rewarding to have our hard work acknowledged. All our dishes are prepared with fresh, local ingredients and uniquely created by our head chef. It is wonderful to know that our efforts in crafting delicious dishes and providing excellent service resonate with our guests. We look forward to your next visit! Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  7. Hosni

    VIP

    Mexico City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Terrible service. We waited 15 minutes just to get water after sitting down, and that only happened because we flagged down a server who wasn’t even assigned to our table. The staff spent more time huddled around the bar than checking on guests. The food is overpriced, and the only redeeming dish is the short rib. Definitely not worth it.
    CarcaraResponded on February 18, 2025
    Dear Hosni, Thank you for choosing us for your recent meal. We would like to offer you our apologies for the disappointing experience you had at our restaurant. We particularly regret learning that our staff was not attentive to your needs. We are confident that this was an isolated incident, and we hope that we will have the opportunity to welcome you back to experience our hospitality and food at its finest. Thank you again for your sincere feedback. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  8. Rebecca

    VIP

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing vegan options. The food was delicious and presented so beautifully.
    CarcaraResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Rebecca, We were pleased to read about your recent visit to Carcara and how exceptional your experience was! Our culinary associates focus on providing inspiring and advanced menu items to fuel your stay. Thank you for mentioning how much you enjoyed our vegan options. Thank you again for telling us about your visit; we look forward to seeing you soon Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  9. Julienne

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing went there for a birthday party dinner had the best dinner ever and amazing service.
    CarcaraResponded on February 18, 2025
    Dear Julienne, Thank you for your recent visit to Carcara and for posting such a generous review. We are devoted to creating a memorable dining experience with our fresh food and enjoyable atmosphere, and we are happy to read that you loved your visit. We enjoyed being a part of such a special time in your life, and we hope to see you again on your next visit to Phoenix. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  10. Anthony

    VIP

    Phoenix

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great downtown location with beautiful outdoor seating… quiet for brunch and a really fun menu. The over-the-top cranberry ricotta muffin was wonderful. 
    CarcaraResponded on February 17, 2025
    Dear Anthony, Thank you for choosing Carcara during your visit to Phoenix. It is always a joy to hear when our guests love our unique dining experience with outstanding views! We appreciate you sharing how much you enjoyed our great location and your meal. The Cranberry ricotta muffin is a guest favorite, and we were glad to see you enjoyed it so much. We hope you will revisit many times to discover more of what we have to offer. Thank you again for your kind words! Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Carcara is rated 4.4 stars by 567 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Carcara

320 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-2128

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    3rd Street & Van Buren
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Phoenix
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Bar Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (602) 817-5400
  • Private party facilities
    Mesa - Perfect for a small business dinner or intimate gathering comfortably seating 8 with open views of our dining room.Copper -Offering a flexible setup perfect for small gatherings or receptions with street views of downtown. Sits 30.Cotton -Tucked away in the back of our dining room this space is great for private dinner parties Sits 10.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo