Located just outside of Sedona, in the middle of the Verde Valley’s wine country, the Manzanita Restaurant is just a short trip away from Sedona, Cottonwood and Camp Verde. Take the short, delightful drive through the Verde Valley’s wine country where you will find the Manzanita Restaurant and savor the delightful dishes the chef prepares daily.

Founded in 1991 by Swiss trained master-chef Albert Kramer III, the restaurant boasts an eclectic menu of American, European and German specialties. In 2006 Randy and Susan became new owners of "The Manzanita." Randy, training with Albert carries on the traditional German Cuisine and being a hunter, brings a wide variety of Wild Game to the menu. You will delight in the old-fashioned healthy cooking with soups and sauces made-from-scratch and hand trimmed meats and fish. Fresh organic fruits, vegetables and herbs straight from the garden are used when available. Renown for authentic German food, the Manzanita Restaurant also features superb seafood, steaks and other specialty dishes. Bison, Elk, Rabbit, Pasta, Fresh Fish and much more frequent the daily specials list. Serving dinner 5 nights a week, featuring everything from Burgers and Crepes to Lamb Chops and Lobster!

This “Culinary Oasis in the Desert” has been featured in Arizona Highways magazine and TV program, honored with placement in Claire Bush’s Dining in Arizona – 101 Greatest Places to Eat. Other recognitions include Fodor’s Travel Guide, 4 & 5 Star Ratings with Yelp, Trip Advisor and Google.

The updated dining room still holds the warm feeling of European Dining yet the casual ambiance that Arizona is accustomed to.  Outdoor patio seating is also available where guests can enjoy the beautiful Verde Valley weather as they dine on sumptuous appetizers and entrees.Accompanying the full-bar is an extensive hand-picked wine list as well as a great selection of wines by the glass.