Julie A.
Yelp
Miss Kitty's Bar & Restaurant is tucked inside the Trailborn Grand Canyon (Marriott), right on the edge of town in Williams, AZ.
From the outside, you'd never guess what's inside. The entrance is sleek, modern, and understated. Signage is kept to a minimum.
Step through the doors and you're greeted by a warm hostess, a small but stylish bar, and a moderately sized dining room just around the corner. The décor is tasteful, cozy, and inviting.
The menu is perfectly sized and unapologetically focused on steak, so of course, that's what we ordered.
I asked about a filet, which wasn't listed, but our attentive server assured me the kitchen could accommodate. With my dietary restrictions in mind, I requested little to no salt and no butter. The server communicated this flawlessly, and the kitchen delivered.
My filet came with a simple, homemade-style salad of romaine, red onions, croutons, shredded cheese, and blue cheese dressing, plus a loaded baked potato (+$2). The steak itself was unlike any I've had before, charred, smoky, and bold. My date called it "Texas Style", a steak clearly made for a cowboy!
He ordered the 12 oz. NY Strip with Sidewinder Fries, Charred Corn Esquites, and a house-made Green Chile Tomatillo sauce. Honestly, his steak was even tastier than mine,... robust, smoky, and full of character.
To drink, we sampled a few beers and landed on a favorite, the 'AZ Local Ale Toasty Amber Lager'. Our server explained it's brewed locally and only available in Williams. It was crisp, flavorful, and the perfect pairing for steak night.
Though stuffed, we couldn't resist dessert and ordered the Texas Sheet Cake to go (without the ice cream). Unfortunately, it was a bit too heavy and dry when we tried it later, a rare miss in an otherwise excellent meal.
Dining hours are limited, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm daily, likely to align with hotel check-ins. Guests can even enjoy a complimentary "Ranch Water" cocktail between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Since Williams is a hub for Grand Canyon visitors, the early closing time makes sense.
Our hotel package included a $50 dining credit, making Miss Kitty's an easy choice. While the steak preparation wasn't quite what I'm used to, the flavors were bold, the staff was wonderfully accommodating, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming.
Bottom line: If you're visiting Williams, Miss Kitty's is absolutely worth a stop. The food is hearty and prepared with love & care, but it's the staff and atmosphere that truly make the experience memorable.