Sedona, Arizona’s four-season red rock playground, is famous for it’s beautiful lush green landscapes, purported to have spiritual properties that nourish your mind and soul. What may not not know is that Sedona is home to an eclectic dining scene, that after a day of cycling or hiking on Sedona’s desert trails, will nourish your body.

Whether you want to stop for a midday treat or indulge in a post-ride meal, these 5 wallet-friendly restaurants in Sedona can’t be beat.

Indian Gardens Cafe & Market
3951 N. State Route 89A, Sedona

Nestled in Oak Creek Canyon you’ll find the historic Indian Gardens Cafe and Market, Trip Advisor’s top pick in all of Sedona for dining. For more than 70 years Indian Gardens has been a gathering place for residents and visitors. Stop in mid-ride for a hearty sandwich (made with all fresh ingredients and homembreaade bread) that will keep you fuelled for hours. Our tip: take home an Arizona wine from Indian Gardens as a souvenir of your time in Sedona.

Sedona Memories
321 Jordan Road, Sedona

Skip the tourist traps on Sedona’s main strip and head to Sedona Memories, where massive sandwiches on soft, fragrant homemade bread make it a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Starting at $6, these sandwiches are definitely easy on your budget and are big enough to share with your riding buddies making it by far one of the most affordable places in Sedona to grab a bite to eat. Our tip: Sedona Memories is only open for lunch, so grab a sandwich to go by packing it either in your jersey or pannier.

Red Rock Cafe
100 Verde Valley School Rd Ste 107, Sedona

This breakfast and lunch spot is a hidden gem! Red Rock Cafe is tucked away in a strip mall and could easily be overlooked – but savvy diners flock to the sunny patio for delicious (and cheap!) grub. The powerhouse breakfast of an 8 ounce handcut New York steak and 2 eggs is only $12.99 – and more than enough protein to keep your legs going all day long. Our tip: Red Rock Cafe is open at 6:30 – why not ride from your hotel for an early bite to eat?

Pisa Lisa
2245 West Arizona 89A, Sedona

This isn’t your typical pizza joint. Boasting organic ingredients, thin delectable crusts baked in wood-fired ovens, it’s tempting to eat fill up on the pizza – but you will certainly want to leave room for dessert! These pizzas taste even better than they look. Our tip: If you are cutting out gluten from your diet, ask for a gluten-free pizza crust – available for all pizzas on Pisa Lisa’s menu.

Oak Creek Brewery and Grill
336 Route 179, Sedona

Beer lovers, this is your go-to place to toast your epic rides! Open late, so you can take your time exploring Sedona, head over to Oak Creek Brewery for a hearty meal with Southwestern flair. Ribs and burgers cooked over a wood-fired grills are what they’re famous for – try the Baja Burger or Black and Blue for a change from the usual ho-hum burgers. A huge selection of beers, including their award winning seasonal ales are on tap. Our tip: take home a growler filled with your favorite brew.

To learn more about cycling in Sedona, check out our supported self directed tours. Contact us to customize your Sedona vacation.

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Imagine reigning supreme over the inclines and passes of world famous Death Valley National Park, or conquering the notorious climbs of Arizona’s Sky Islands? This year, Pure Adventures, pioneers in cycle tourism, invites cyclists to experience Western USA’s most challenging and world-class routes with their newest label, Supported Self Directed: a visionary blend of guided and self-guided cycle touring that retains the independence of a self-guided trip, but provides the peace of mind from expert guidance. Pure Adventures’ new SSD trips debut this fall across California, Arizona, Nevada and Utah.

“We wanted to replicate our renowned self-guided model at home in the American West, but the challenge is that there are so few services here to support independent cyclists over such great distances,” says Loren Siekman, founder and CEO of Pure Adventures. “After brainstorming with our expert team, we found a unique solution and the Supported Self Directed label was born. We’re thrilled to launch the brand new travel concept this fall.”

Non-riding companions are also warmly welcomed, making it easier for couples to travel and enjoy the destination together. Best yet, Pure Adventures offers fixed SSD departure dates, allowing for a minimum of six participants to affordably share costs, without the confines of sticking to a group itinerary. Custom departures are also available for private groups of six or more.

Supported Self Directed travel is the clever touring option for cyclists who’ve graduated from guided trips and are interested in riding at an epic destination with logistics that are challenging to master independently. Pure Adventures’ SSD trips include:

4-day Epic Climbs of Arizona’s Sky Islands SSD Cycling Tour
6-day Yosemite to San Francisco SSD Bicycling Tour
6-day Death Valley Bicycling Discovery SSD Tour
6-day Tucson & Borderlands SSD Bicycle Tour
5-day Bryce Canyon & Zion SSD Cycling & Hiking Tour
6-day San Francisco to Los Angeles SSD Cycling Tour
6-day San Diego Surf & Turf SSD Cycling Tour

These trips open up difficult or isolated tracks to a wider range of rider levels, including the less-advanced set. Cyclists can tackle the route at their own pace and freedom, but benefit from having some support, like professional planned route notes and daily briefing, top quality bicycles, luggage and gear transfers, lodging, SAG stops, and access to a daily bike mechanic who’ll even share tips on where to try the best brew in the area.

See the Pure Adventures full supported self directed tour calendar here.

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