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American food served at 251 Highway 179 in Sedona, a block off the main road through town. There is a full bar with wine, spirits and locally brewed beer alongside the menu. The dining room is set up for a casual meal rather than a formal one, and the setting is a draw in its own right. Hours are not listed here, so call ahead, particularly if you are planning a late lunch or an early dinner. The number is (928) 282-1705. Questions about private bookings and larger groups can be sent to Alexis@wildthymegroup.com. Reservations are worth making in busy months.

Pump House Station is a restaurant at 313 State Route 179, unit D10, in Sedona. Breakfast and lunch run every day of the week, from 8 in the morning until 2 in the afternoon. On Friday and Saturday the kitchen opens again in the evening, from 5 until 8. There is seating outdoors as well as inside, which is worth knowing on a mild day. Hours at small restaurants move with the season, so a quick call before you drive over is never wasted. The address puts it in one of the shopping courts along the highway, with parking on site.

Italian food and pizza in Sedona, with a dining room, takeout and catering. Groups and parties can be booked, and reservations are suggested at busy times rather than required. The kitchen serves from 11 a.m. through the afternoon and evening, closing at 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and staying open until 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Ordering online is an option if you would rather pick food up. Catering packages cover birthdays, holiday parties and weddings, and are arranged ahead of time. Call (928) 202-4082 to book a table or ask about a private event. Menu questions can also go to projectmanager@sedonahideawayhouse.com.

The Sedona Hilltop Inn is a small motel at 218 AZ-179 in Sedona. It sits in the art district. Room types include a single queen, a double queen, and a king suite. To book a room, call (928) 282-7187 or email info@thesedonahilltopinn.com. The inn also lists (928) 224-8956. When you call, ask about the rate for your dates, check in and check out times, and parking. The inn has a page of adventure ideas and a list of common questions, which may help you plan. Rooms can fill up on busy weekends, so it is a good idea to book early.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served every day here, from 8 in the morning until 8 at night. The Secret Garden Cafe sits at 336 Highway 179, suite F101, in Sedona, and the patio is a large part of the draw. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables. You can eat in, order food to go, or have it delivered. The entrance and dining area are wheelchair accessible. Call (928) 203-9564 to ask about a wait, since seating is limited and the room fills up. Ask about the current menu when you call, because the dishes change.

A coffee house on Cedar Street in Sedona, at number 274, serving coffee and tea. Free wireless internet is available, which makes it a workable stop for anyone who needs to sit with a laptop for an hour. Doors open early, at 6 a.m., and close at 6 p.m. Seating is limited compared with a large cafe, so mornings can be busy. The phone number is (928) 862-2562. Call ahead to check the hours before a long drive, since small cafes adjust their schedule around holidays and slow seasons. Ask about the menu and whether food is served when you call.

Coffee, pastries and light bites are the offer at Sedona Coffee House, 2081 W State Rte 89A in Sedona. The shop's site describes locally roasted coffee, fresh baked pastries with gluten-free options, savory snacks, comfortable seating and wifi, which makes it a spot you can sit and work in. Hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., seven days a week, so it closes in the afternoon. Call (928) 451-5937 to check on a holiday. No email address is on file. The menu changes with the season, so the counter board is the current list.