The Arizona Restaurant In The Middle Of Nowhere That’s So Worth The Journey
By Monica Spencer|Published September 26, 2016
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Monica Spencer
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Monica is a Diné (Navajo) freelance writer and photographer based in the Southwest. Born in Gallup and raised in Phoenix, she is Tódich'ii'nii (Bitter Water People) and Tsi'naajinii (Black Streak Wood People). Monica is a staff writer for Only In Your State, photo editor for The Mesa Legend, and previously a staff writer for The Navajo Post. You can reach her at monica.d.spencer@gmail.com.
There’s nothing that quite beats finding the perfect location away from the modern world to enjoy a quiet moment or a meal. Under most circumstances, that requires backpacking with your food but sometimes you can find a restaurant from where you can enjoy the view.
Today, we’re going to take a look at one secluded restaurant that is a true gem; not only does it require a long, scenic drive to access but it also has some amazing food.
That location is Cliff Dwellers Restaurant, one of the few restaurants you will find in the remote Arizona Strip and is part of a 60-year-old lodge for local travelers.
The restaurant and lodge sit along the base of Vermilion Cliffs and is located a short drive away from Marble Canyon. The city of Page is almost an hour's drive away via Highways 89 and 89A.
It's worth mentioning that Cliff Dwellers was named one of the best restaurants in the state in 2013 by Arizona Highways, one of ten selected that year. The writer mentioned being "shocked by the sophistication of the food," so you know this isn't just going to be a random spot to grab a burger and fries.
Pictured above is a zucchini pie cooling on the patio. You need to give their avocado pie a try as well.
Cliff Dwellers Restaurant is located along Highway 89A near Marble Canyon, just off of Mile Post 547. The hours fluctuate based on the season but the restaurant is currently open daily from 6am to 9pm for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Additional information can be found on their website or Facebook page.
