Tinderbox Kitchen

4.6 ( 683 reviews )
Checking... 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
$50–100
34 S San Francisco St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001, United States
+1 928-226-8400

Located in the heart of Flagstaff, Arizona, Tinderbox Kitchen is a beacon for those craving a memorable dining experience. This New American restaurant impresses guests with its beautiful décor and cozy ambiance, effectively creating an atmosphere that balances sophistication with warmth.

Reviewers rave about the exquisite taste of dishes such as the elk and scallops, both celebrated for their perfect cooking and rich flavors. The tasting menu has garnered acclaim for offering a delightful variety where each bite is a testament to the quality ingredients and unique touches. Among the standout appetizers, the mussels captivate with their savory, subtly spicy sauce, loved by many for their distinctive flavor profile.

The customer service shines brightly, with waitstaff that are attentive and knowledgeable, ensuring guests feel taken care of from the moment they arrive. A guest book accompanying the check adds a charming personal touch, allowing diners to write or doodle their thoughts, enhancing the overall experience.

While most dishes, like the beet salad and tender filet, earned high praise, some found the cheesecake slightly unconventional. Nevertheless, the overall dining experience at Tinderbox Kitchen is one of delight and craftsmanship, making it a must-visit for any food lover in the area.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Does not have assistive hearing loop
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great coffee
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Reviews For Tinderbox Kitchen

Dr. Mirissa Price
Jul 6,2025
Delicious food and such kind staff. The decor is beautiful. We did the tasting menu and loved every bite! They have a guest book with the check, too, which is so sweet!
James Barker
Jul 5,2025
It was my girlfriend birthday and I wanted to take her on a wonderful date. We are visiting Norther Arizona area and did I make the right decision. I booked a reservation and was seated immediately. I loved the ambiance. It’s not to small and not to big it was just right. The young waiter made some great recommendations. We started with a glass of wine and a cheese appetizer. My girlfriend ordered the scallops and I ordered the elk. We both felt our food was delicious. I could not have asked for such wonderful evening. I give them a very high recommendation.
renegadegeeK
Jun 26,2025
Glad we made it back for dinner w friends as we love the cozy environ and enjoyed the very attentive and friendly service... nice upscale vibes without any uppity attitude. Menu is compact with lots of unique touches and quality ingredients. Enjoyed sharing appetizers to mix up the flavors, and found the mussels to be really unique w their flavor profiles, super savory w the right amount of heat. Pasta was fabulous too. Reservations recommended for sure, and u may have to hunt for a place to park, but definitely worth it. Only dish I wouldn’t order again was their take on cheese cake...it was tasty, but a little more like a butter cake and I personally prefer a creamier more traditional style.
SJG
Jun 21,2025
Highly recommend this place. It was so nice. The beet salad was great, so light and great way to start the meal. We got the frog legs as well which came with amazing sauces and was amazing drenched in lemon. So flavorful. I got the elk for my main course and my mom got the stuffed duck. We both absolutely loved our dishes. The elk was so lean yet tender, perfectly cooked with a perfect crust, and the vegetables were literally amazing. My mom’s dish came with three sauces and they were all so unique, flavorful, and worked together perfectly. I really recommend both dishes. I will say my dish was pretty salt forward, but alls that did was make me crave a dessert after. We got the cheesecake which was good. The pistachio sauce, strawberries and other little additions to the dish were great, but i thought the little cheesecake round itself was average. didn’t diminish the experience though I absolutely plan on coming back here. And at the end they hand you a little guest book, where you can offer some words up or do a doodle. Oh and the service was excellent.
Carlos Delgadillo
May 26,2025
Made a reservation for my wife’s bday dinner for dinner and didn’t disappoint. My wife’s filet was delicious, and the elk special had perfect blend of seasoning. They had a bday card with signatures from employees, which was sweet, apple pie dessert was amazing, and got her a candle to blow out. Cute, romantic & cozy ambiance, would certainly come back.
Brian Gingras
Apr 13,2025
Great quiet spot in Flagstaff. We had a group of 8 and they made us feel like we were a small group. Very attentive and caring. Food came out perfectly for all of us. Service, food and atmosphere are top notch. Definitely 10 out of 10. Can't wait to go back and try the duck. Thank you for a great dining experience.
brandon scott
Apr 6,2025
Great spot in Flagstaff. I had the Duck confit. It was juicy and tender. The mole sauce was rich, with a hint of chili. We also had the grilled octopus, which was very good!
Mel Do
Apr 2,2025
The duck with the homemade mole sauce was absolutely incredible. And I also had the elk with arugula and fennel delicious. I had a nonalcoholic drink that was chamomile berries, splash of lemon and pineapple out of this world. And then I had an old-fashioned with cinnamon smoke strawberry puree and mint. I just had a half of one they were very accommodating. Everything I Head here was incredible.

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