Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Phoenix / Arizona
  4. Phoenix
  5. Downtown Phoenix
Carcara, Phoenix, AZ

Carcara

4.5
4.5
538 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
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
    (602) 817-5400
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Mesa - Perfect for a small business dinner or intimate gathering comfortably seating 8 with open views of our dining room.Copper -Offering a flexible setup perfect for small gatherings or receptions with street views of downtown. Sits 30.Cotton -Tucked away in the back of our dining room this space is great for private dinner parties Sits 10.
  • Neighborhood
    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

What 538 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Carcara offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food, amazing atmosphere" and "outstanding service." Conveniently located in downtown Phoenix, it's perfect for pre-event dining. The menu presents creative options, and the staff is praised for their attentiveness. While some find the pace brisk, many vow to "definitely return!"

538 Reviews
  1. Nancy

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. I didn't realize there was an 18% service charge because it was Christmas; I didn't recall seeing anything in Open Table when I booked the reservation. The folks at the table next to me weren't aware of the 18% service charge either. That didn't include gratuity (tip for the server)! Add that to over 20% tip and it's 40% added to the price of the dinner, which adds a lot. Makes for a surprise amount when you weren't aware!!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Sonia

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall all was excellent. Four stars due to the apple pie. It was just okay.
    CarcaraResponded today
    Dear Sonia, Thank you for choosing Carcara and for posting such a great rating. We continually strive to ensure our guests enjoy everything about their time with us, so we are pleased that you had an exceptional dining experience. We thank you again for the generous rating, and we hope you will return soon! Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  3. Charlesia

    Miami

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous restaurant… However it took the Hostess 15 minutes to sit us. Waitress and waiters kept walking by without speaking to us. The couple who was waiting with us finally went and sat at the bar. The bartender came and grabbed their menus without speaking. Finally the hostess came out and sat us. It’s still took 10 minutes for our waitress to bring us water. Overall experience was six.
    CarcaraResponded today
    Dear Charlesia, We sincerely apologize that your experience did not meet the high standards we strive to provide each guest. A long wait is certainly outside our commitment to exceptional service, and we understand how this would have been frustrating. We are grateful for your patience, and we do hope you will give us another chance in the future. We would welcome the opportunity to provide you with the seamless dining experience you deserve. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  4. Mark

    Phoenix

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brooklyn and Jeffery took care of us and we had a wonderful lunch. Food was great and the Birthday cake was awesome. You can't go wrong for lunch there!
    CarcaraResponded on December 17, 2024
    Dear Mark, Thank you for the kind review. We are pleased that you had an outstanding experience with us and that our staff took excellent care of you. Our team works incredibly hard, and we will enjoy sharing your comments with Brooklyn and Jeffery. Thank you once more, and we all look forward to seeing you again at Carcara. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  5. Darcy

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We all loved the breakfast boards! We got 2 and they were perfect for sharing with the table.
    CarcaraResponded on December 16, 2024
    Dear Darcy, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed dining with us. We are pleased our combination of inspired service with fresh, homemade, local flavor made for a memorable experience. We look forward to serving you again at Carcara. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  6. Paula

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my birthday… I reserved a table and requested it to not be in middle of room. When we arrived we had a table off to the side and it was wonderful!!! We were taken care of like we were royalty !! The food was exquisite !! We started with several of the “Beginnings” which we all shared and then ordered the entrees. I had the Halibut .. OMG so goooooood!!! I will be telling everyone about my experience!
    CarcaraResponded on December 9, 2024
    Dear Paula, Thank you for the wonderful review! We are thrilled that you chose to celebrate your birthday with us. We want every guest to have a memorable experience and it's always great to pass along compliments to our hard-working staff. Thanks for mentioning how much you enjoyed Halibut. All of us here at Carcara wish you the best in the upcoming year. Come back to see us soon! Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  7. Angela

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Stayed for a 3 day business event and ate here more then once. Food quality is excellent. Service was top notch. Ambiance was great! Highly recommend.
    CarcaraResponded on December 9, 2024
    Dear Angela, Thank you for the great comments about our restaurant and, most importantly, our ambience. Our goal is to provide a friendly and comfortable dining experience for everyone, and we are very glad to have exceeded your expectations. We hope to see you again soon. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  8. Julio

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place to spend time, talk and eat something. The decoration inside is beautiful.
    CarcaraResponded on December 8, 2024
    Dear Julio, Thank you for the wonderful review. We pride ourselves on our warm, inviting dining experience, and we are delighted you enjoyed your evening with us. Thank you again for the great review, please come and join us again soon! Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  9. Carol

    VIP

    Phoenix

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place for lunch! Either business or casual, this an ideal location and restaurant.
    CarcaraResponded on December 6, 2024
    Dear Carol, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed dining with us. We are thrilled that our combination of impressive views and delicious food made for a memorable experience. Highlighted by fresh, local ingredients, our menu features an enticing selection of signature dishes. We look forward to serving you again at Carcara. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

  10. Kathy

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Slow slow service. Waitress had too many tables. The food was hit or miss. Sitting outside is beautiful.
    CarcaraResponded on December 6, 2024
    Dear Kathy, Thank you for your review. It is always discouraging to learn that our service has not met our high standards. You have our assurance that these concerns will be addressed appropriately. Exceptional hospitality is our top priority, and we are very sorry your experience with our staff was not up to your, or our expectations. Thank you once more for dining with us, and we hope to see you again soon. Restaurant Management

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Carcara is rated 4.5 stars by 538 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Carcara

320 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-2128

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    3rd Street & Van Buren
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • Phone number
    (602) 817-5400
  • Private party facilities
    Mesa - Perfect for a small business dinner or intimate gathering comfortably seating 8 with open views of our dining room.Copper -Offering a flexible setup perfect for small gatherings or receptions with street views of downtown. Sits 30.Cotton -Tucked away in the back of our dining room this space is great for private dinner parties Sits 10.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo