The new, old El Chorro in Paradise Valley will reopen this month (February 18th 2010)

El Chorro Lodge
5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley
480-948-5170
elchorrolodge.com.

Sunday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

After an astonishing 72-year run, the last 57 under the direction of Joe and Evie Miller, El Chorro restaurant closed last May. But new ownership is bringing it back to life at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18. The restaurant is now in the hands of Jacquie Dorrance.

El Chorro Lodge built in 1934, in the shadows of Camelback and Mummy mountains, on 11 desert acres in Paradise Valley, Arizona, is the perfect place to enjoy Saturday and Sunday breakfast with friends, share a romantic dinner or celebrate a special occasion.

The new menu features many of the original El Chorro comfort classics, including famous sticky buns and relish tray served with every meal, and a variety of new fresh, healthy lifestyle selections.

The kitchen is now under the direction of Charles Kassels, who worked at the Boulders and Westin Kierland before his last post at the AAA-four diamond Old House Restaurant in Santa Fe.

Awards

Best Sunday Brunch 2007 New Times Best of Phoenix James Beard Foundation 2005 National Award for Excellence Best Outdoor Dining 2006 City's Best Outdoor Dining City's Best Brunch Spot City Guide 2004 Best Sunday Brunch 2003 New Times Best of Phoenix Best Example of Old Arizona Charm 2003 Phoenix Magazine Best of the Valley

New Times Best of Phoenix The Arizona Republic - The Rep's Best Best Outdoor Dining 2003 Phoenix Magazine Best of the Valley Most Money Donated 2003 Waste Not Celebrity Chef Challenge 2003 Neighborhood Favorite 2003 Elite Dining Magazine Best Spot for Old Arizona Charm 2001 The Arizona Republic - The Rep's Best

source: elchorro.com