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Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
A new dining experience at the Hilton El Conquistador. Literally translated as "Mexican Tea", Epazote is prominently used in Southwest cuisine to add spicy yet earthy flavor somewhat reminiscent of fennel. Inspired by this flavor and the traditions of the Southwest.
Enjoy Southwestern dishes featuring locally sourced specialties such as Arizona grass feed beef, Southwest mountain trout, Colorado lamb, selected cheeses and Arizona grown produce. Along with your meal, you will enjoy some of the most spectacular views of Pusch Ridge, on the outdoor patio.
Featuring a wide selection of tequilas, locally brewed beers and Arizona Wines. Those looking to sample a taste of the Southwest will be able to select from a bar menu of delectable options ideal for a shared dinner or snack.
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Enjoy Southwestern dishes featuring locally sourced specialties such as Arizona grass feed beef, Southwest mountain trout, Colorado lamb, selected cheeses and Arizona grown produce. Along with your meal, you will enjoy some of the most spectacular views of Pusch Ridge, on the outdoor patio.
Featuring a wide selection of tequilas, locally brewed beers and Arizona Wines. Those looking to sample a taste of the Southwest will be able to select from a bar menu of delectable options ideal for a shared dinner or snack.
30 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 30 reviews
5 stars
(10)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- scenic view(16)
- great for outdoor dining(14)
- special occasion(11)
- romantic(8)
- fit for foodies(7)
- good for groups(5)
Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails Reviews List
Review 1 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Southwest Comfort Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were lucky to visit on a night when the outside temps were perfect and there was a lovely breeze rustling the palm trees...it felt like being in Hawaii. But the food was definitely southwestern...yet not over the top. Familiar dishes were on the menu: short ribs, steak, pork, chicken and shrimp, but the seasonings and sides expressed a regional flair by way of chilies of various types. We enjoyed the relatively economical pinot noir on the menu and appreciated seeing some Arizona wines that were available (we'd like to see more AZ wines). The four of us shared two desserts: one chocolate, the other peach cobbler; to celebrate birthdays. All in all, it was a pleasant, relaxing and easy-going evening. We'll return."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bland
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had expected much more after reading reviews. Very mediocre."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 3 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Graduation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We stayed here for our daughter's graduation and used it as kind of a "base camp" to dine and relax with our extended family. We had a blast. The margaritas are the best we have ever had and drank quite a few! Thank you for making our special time even better."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Food with Beautiful view
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service were very good! We really enjoyed sitting out with the beautiful mountain views!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 5 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bad Service, Mediocre Food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our poor experience at Epazote began at the valet parking drop-off. The valet was nowhere to be found. I went inside and found him goofing off, talking to other resort employees. When he came out he pointed to a space nearby for me to self-park.
At dinner I asked for a light beer and Dos Equis was suggested. I responded by saying that isn't a light beer is it? The waiter said, yes it is a lager. The restaurant has all major light beer brands, Miller Lite, Coors Light, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra- so why was he pushing a non-light beer?
My wife asked if the wedge salad was a large salad to which the waiter responded, "yes, it is a whole head of lettuce". It was about an eighth. The food was mediocre."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2003
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service was excellent and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was excellent and the server was great in assisting with selections. the food was a little disappointing, trout was overcooked, peach cobbler soupy. The wedge salad could have been dressed a bit more. The fry bread was tough, crunchy right off however we had asked for it to be plain with the hummus on the side. When we first had it the night before it was delicious with all the toppings.
If staying at the resort I would return as there is an element of creativity."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2004
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 7 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sat outdoors on their beautiful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Sat outdoors on their beautiful patio and had a truly wonderful meal. there were 4 of us and all got different entrees. Each was excellent. Drink prices were unusually higher than the meal prices. Service was outstanding."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a great experience while staying at the Hilton El Conquistador resort. One night we had an appetizer and desert in the bar. The green chilli nachos were fantastic! The 2nd night we dined outdoors on the patio. Fantastic view, great food. We will be coming back"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 9 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Magestic mountain view
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Many menu choices -- including vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free. Service was sow the night we ate there but food was good. IF the weather is warm (but NOT hot) eat on the outdoor patio and enjoy the mountain view."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining
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Review 10 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good, service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was very good, service was poor at best, even though our server was polite it seemed she had a "memorized" speech that she gave to every table about "anything you need, just let me know" but never followed through on those very things."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 11 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My brother & I enjoyed drinks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"My brother & I enjoyed drinks and appetizers and Nelson was our waiter, he did an excellent job, and our food was very good too, we enjoyed our expeerience very much, in town for the Accenture Match Play tournament."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was very good during
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good during our recent visit; I particularly liked the taste of the chili verde stew appetizer, although it was more of a soup in consistency, rather than a stew. The wait staff flawlessly executed some modifications to my main course. The classic margarita cocktail is one of the better basic margaritas in Tucson, IMHO."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2003
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 13 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service; servers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service; servers very attentive, great timing. Tortilla soup and pork stew were super, thick and seasoned to perfection. Steak, juicy and cooked as ordered. Other entrees were excellent as well. We will absolutely return and hope to bring our out-of-town relatives to visit soon."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 14 for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pleasantly surprised! high
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pleasantly surprised! high caliber cuisine! My date could not rave enough about the filet and roasted veg!"
Dined on 01/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails
Based on the average of (16) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate