This Beautiful Desert Wildflower Loop In Arizona Has A Mouthwatering Restaurant Right Before The Trailhead
By Katie Lawrence|Published September 15, 2021
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
The only thing better than a delicious restaurant is one that offers breathtaking views while you eat. Gertrude’s, located in the iconic Desert Botanical Garden, definitely fits the bill, nestled amid beautiful Sonoran Desert plant life just before the Desert Wildflower Loop Trail. Come feast on Southwestern-inspired, farm-to-table cuisine and admire the gorgeous scenery all around you for a dining experience you’ll never forget.
One of the most popular destinations in all of Phoenix, the Desert Botanical Garden is a 140-acre arboretum boasting over 50,000 plants across 4,000 different species.
Vibrantly colored blooms line either side of the path on this easy, 1/3-mile stroll, which takes you through a hummingbird garden and into a magical butterfly pavilion.
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Just before the trailhead is where you'll find Gertrude's, a farm-to-table restaurant featuring fresh, local, and in-season ingredients.
Inside the restaurant, patrons have access to a full bar with a wide selection of local and international libations, while the patio boasts unparalleled views of the surroundings.
The Southwestern-inspired menu is brimming with bold and unique flavor combinations - the French toast, for example, features prickly pear jam and white chocolate chips on top!
Other popular brunch selections include the Sonoran Benedict, with shredded green chile pork and green chile hollandaise sauce, and the classic Huevos Rancheros. Don't forget to add a side order of the Ricotta Donut Holes! They're pure heaven in a bite-sized package.
Lunch and dinner are similarly scrumptious, with entrees ranging from more traditional south-of-the-border fare like tamales to epic fusion dishes such as the Green Chili Bacon Cheeseburger, which is served on a tortilla rather than a bun.
Various seasonal offerings keep the menu fresh and ever-changing, so you never quite know what to expect. There are always plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, too, so those with dietary restrictions are certainly welcome.
Address: 1201 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008.
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Brunch is served until 3 p.m. on weekends. Dinner service begins at 3:30 p.m.
Have you ever eaten at Gertrude’s? If so, what did you order and how was it? Tell us all about your dining experience in the comments section, then check out our previous article to learn more about the Desert Botanical Garden.
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