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Carcara, Phoenix, AZ

Carcara

4.4
4.4
593 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
320 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-2128

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Lively
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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Create Memories with Exceptional Dining Experiences
  • Private party contact
    Tammi Chapman: (602) 817-5327
  • 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

Experiences

  • Carcara Mother's Day Brunch

    US$120.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Carcara Mother's Day Brunch Buffet Adult Price - $120++ Child Price (4-12) - $40++ Tax and Automatic 18% Service Charge added to every check. What's Included: Unlimited Mimosas Live Music - 930AM to 330PM Photography - 11AM to 3PM Live Butterfly Release - 10AM to 2PM Food Includes: Raw Bar, Carving Stations, Omelet Station, Salads, Breakfast Classics, Entrees, Kid's Corner, Pastries, Chef's Selection Dessert Display Parking is available through Valet or on Basement Level. Parking Validation available for 3 hours.
    Carcara Mother's Day Brunch photo

Private dining

What 593 people are saying

Carcara reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Carcara offers a vibrant dining experience with exceptional atmosphere and standout service. Guests rave about "amazing food" and a "beautiful setting," making it ideal for celebrations. Highlights include the short rib tacos and a diverse menu. Though some mention service inconsistencies, the overall experience remains positive and enticing.
593 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic Easter brunch at Carcara! The food was delicious with a wide variety, and the assortment of desserts were a standout—beautifully done with even gluten-free options available. The entertainment was great, and the Easter Bunny was there for photos, which made it extra special for the kids. They also loved the cookie decorating station! Overall, the value was excellent for the quality of food and the fun activities. We’ll definitely return for future holiday events!
    CarcaraResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Jennifer, We are glad you had a relaxing time with us and that you appreciated our delicious food offerings and all the activities we offer here. We value all your comments and will share them with our team. Thank you for being our guest at Carcara, and we look forward to serving you again soon. Restaurant Management

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  2. Cecilia

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Allen, was attentive and kind. My boyfriend and I always had full water glasses and our plates were cleared. The restaurant was decorated beautifully and the food was delicious. Carcara is absolutely a place I’d recommend for a nice Easter brunch.
    CarcaraResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Cecilia, It was a pleasure welcoming you and your boyfriend to Carcara. We are glad our associates, especially Allen, left a lasting impression and that you loved our delicious food offerings and pleasant environment. Thank you for your recommendation, and we look forward to having you again soon. Restaurant Management

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  3. Kathleen VIP

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Easter brunch! Incredible dessert display and well rounded buffet. Such a great spot for families, they had so much child entertainment - everything from live music, to cookie decorating to charactures and an Easter bunny visit, made the experience so nice and enjoyable. We’ll definitely be back for holidays and want to try this place for a date night too.
    CarcaraResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Kathleen, We are glad you had a great time with us and that you appreciated our family-friendly features and all the activities we offer here. We are also happy you loved our delicious food offerings. Thank you for all your remarks, and we love knowing you plan to return to Carcara. Restaurant Management

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  4. Ryan

    Orlando5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent bar to sit at with a great team of bartenders. Food was ok, options were nothing to get excited about.
    CarcaraResponded on April 14, 2025
    Dear Ryan, We appreciate you mentioning the pleasant interactions you had with our associates and that you had a nice time with us. That said, we regret to hear that you did not thoroughly enjoy our food offerings. We will follow up with our food and beverage team, as we always want to know how to improve our guest experience. Thank you for your review, and we look forward to hosting you again soon at Carcara. Restaurant Management

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  5. Jennifer

    Phoenix1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was great but the food was horrible. The Caesar salad had absolutely zero flavor, the chicken was so dry we couldn’t even cut through it, the grilled broccolini was also dry and hard to eat. The only thing that was decent were the cocktails. Definitely would not return for anything food related. Overpriced and horrible.
    CarcaraResponded on April 14, 2025
    Dear Jennifer, We apologize for the issues you had with our food offerings. We do our best to deliver only the finest food to our guests, but we understand you were dissatisfied. We will speak with our culinary team about your concerns, as we are committed to continually improving our guest experience. On a positive note, we are happy to see you liked our friendly service. We hope you will reconsider and revisit us soon. Restaurant Management

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  6. Jeff

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best spots in Downtown, amazing food and service!
    CarcaraResponded on April 11, 2025
    Dear Jeff, We are glad you loved our delicious food offerings and friendly service. We will share your kind words with our entire team. Thank you for being our guest at Carcara, and we look forward to serving you again soon. Restaurant Management

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing atmosphere and food. Service friendly. We received free drink and cake for our anniversary ❤️
    CarcaraResponded on April 5, 2025
    Dear Guest, We are glad our location was perfect for your anniversary. We are happy you were impressed with our friendly service and delicious food offerings. We are also pleased you loved our pleasant atmosphere. Thank you for celebrating with us at Carcara, and we wish you all the best. Restaurant Management

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  8. Chris VIP

    Milwaukee25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Jessica was a great server and the food was amazing!
    CarcaraResponded on March 31, 2025
    Dear Chris, We are pleased to know Jessica did an excellent job taking care of you, and it will be our pleasure to pass along the kind remarks. We are also happy you loved our delicious food offerings. Thank you for letting us know how much you enjoyed your time at Carcara, and we all look forward to seeing you again soon. Restaurant Management

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  9. Mary

    San Francisco23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, limited red wine selection by the glass
    CarcaraResponded on April 1, 2025
    Dear Mary, We are glad you had a great time with us and that you enjoyed our delicious food offerings. Additionally, we appreciate your comments regarding red wine choices. This will be addressed with our team to see where we can improve our guest experience. It was a pleasure serving you at Carcara, and we look forward to seeing you again soon.  Restaurant Management

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  10. John VIP

    New York City74 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We didn’t realize our 4pm reservation was only for happy hour apps until the 5pm dinner menu. However, we were pleasantly surprised that ordering a bunch of apps was actually even better for us before the baseball game at 5:10pm! Also- Janice, our waitress, was spectacular!
    CarcaraResponded on March 30, 2025
    Dear John, We are pleased to know Janice did an excellent job taking care of you, and it will be our pleasure to pass along the kind remarks. We are also happy you had a great time with us and that we exceeded your expectations. Thank you for being our guest at Carcara, and we look forward to serving you again soon. Restaurant Management

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Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
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
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