Palace Restaurant & Saloon

We were in Prescott, AZ and found ourselves on Whiskey Row in the town area of Prescott. An old saloon, Palace was once frequented by Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday and others. Palace was named one of the 10 best historic bars in America. Walking inside, you pass through saloon doors into the saloon bar area. There is also a dining room beyond the saloon area. There are stairs leading up to an area where the brothel would have been. At the top of the steps was a "lady of the night" to greet you, lol. The food and service was great and the staff was knowledgeable about the history of the saloon. If you ever make it to Prescott, AZ the Palace would be a great stop to make.

We were pleasantly surprised by this restaurant/bar in Prescott. We stop there for a late lunch and the place was relatively busy. We had very good food and great service to boot. We tried their steak, burgers and a couple of appetizers. The shredded beef tacos were really good. Our server was extremely helpful and attentive. But I guess the main draw to this location must be the fact it’s well over 100 years old. The restaurant. Specially the bar area has its old saloon charm and it is very inviting. I highly recommend a visit to this place next time you visit Prescott.

It's a restaurant but it is almost a museum as well. I've been before but it's always a fun place to grab a bite. I went for the street tacos (fish and brisket) as I wasn't too hungry, but I did get the Palace Cooler and that was tasty. The fish tacos had a wonderful sauce and the brisket was very tasty (and generous amount of meat). He went for the Beast Campfire style, recommend by the waitress. There was nothing left so it was a hit.

The Earp family would not stand for this. This is an injustice—we cry, bring back the corn chowder! I rode in all the way from the valley, desert sun at my back, with nothing but the dream of whiskey and corn chowder to wet my whistle. Oh, the humanity. The pain. The sorrow… But alas, only the whiskey remains to drown my grief. All jokes aside, I love and adore The Palace. If you ever find yourself in Prescott, it’s an absolute must!

It's like an anchor establishment on whiskey row. The dining room has been beautifully restored, and houses a great deal of interesting memorabilia. There are numerous dining areas including a large outdoor space for live music, presumably. Our food came out quickly and hot! The Gila grilled chicken salad was generously covered with chicken, onion, tomato, croutons and cheese. Bunkhouse beans were loaded with bacon, cheese and pico. Our fish was perfectly cooked, crispy, flavorful, and non fishy, they're accompanied by fries which I wouldn't have minded subbing if any were available. The restrooms are clean and modern. We'll definitely go back when we're in the area.

What fun! I went on a Saturday afternoon during an art show in town. I met one of the saloon characters who gave me a tour of the "old whorehouse"—his words, not mine! The history in this place is incredible. Wyatt Earp reportedly sat at that bar! I had a French dip sandwich and fries—both were tasty—and got talked into sampling a couple bourbons and whiskeys (not my thing, but the bartender was entertaining). The old-school charm, historical artifacts, and ghost stories made it a quirky and memorable experience. Don’t skip the bathroom tour—there’s supposedly a ghost in there. I didn’t see her, but who knows?

The food was not that great. It was hit or miss depending on what you order. My wife's filet mignon was ordered medium well it was quite pink when it came back and the taste was not what you'd expect. Her Caesar salad and the beans that came with my Caballero Chicken were overly salted. The complimentary bread that came with the meal was hard. On the good side my chicken and wild rice was very tasty and delicious. We heard so much about the Pakace Saloon that we wanted to eat a good meal here. There are better options in town. Best to eat elsewhere and come to the Pakace for drinks and tour the place. Service from hostess and waitresses was excellent.

Fun atmosphere with good food. We all had the beast burgers and one was a bit overcooked (well instead of medium) but tasty. The old fashioned was great. The service was extremely fast.

What could top having a drink and a bite to eat at the same saloon as Doc Holiday and Wyatt Earp??? Not much. The food could be a little better. I had the beast burger and it was a 3 star burger. The rest of the food at the table didn't look great and reviews were meh. Nevertheless, this place is amazing. Maybe skip the beast burger and try something else. Service very good. That's all I got.

Second time in town and had to give the Palace a try, oldest bar / business in Az. Fun to see the employees in their historical garb and similar historic spirit, FUN. Had a burger and coleslaw, both tasty but pretty pricey - four stars for the value

I am on a quest. My quest is to try the oldest operating restaurant in each state. Arizona is the first box checked. What a neat old western building that has maintained the 1800s charm. The food, although on the pricey side, was good. Burger was tasty but they serve those skinny fries. I don't care for skinny fries but no biggie. Our waitress was super sweet and stopped by often, but not too often. It's worth a trip to see this old building and wonder about all the life that happened here over the past 100 years plus.

Stopped by The Palace Bar after hearing it's a must-visit landmark in Prescott, and it definitely lived up to the hype. We came in for a few drinks and to take in the fun, old-timey atmosphere. The place has a great vibe, and our server really added to the experience by being dressed up for the part plus was super friendly. Definitely worth a stop if you're in town!

We decided to do a day trip from Chandler to Prescott, I had heard about this place before and have been wanting to try it for a while, the place is pretty neat inside and in the bar area is seat yourself and the saloon area you have to be seated, the "host" honestly was rude af since my elderly mother (mind you we were in town for her birthday) made the mistake of saying salon and not "saloon" in which he snapped at her "a salon is where you get your hair done" not sure if that was an act or just his wonderful personality?! He sat us at a table that was pretty bright from the sun coming through the top (even though there was a flag covering it) everywhere else was pretty dark in there, we were hungry and didn't want to complain. Our waitress was kind and we received our food pretty quick, the burgers are huge and my Rueben and onion rings were fresh and tasty and we ended up taking 1/2 the burger and 1/2 the Rueben for later, I'm sure we will be back and next time we will go up the stairs to the balcony and enjoy our lunch. I absolutely love Prescott and wouldn't mind living there someday, the little shops along whiskey row are some of the cutest and the workers are so kind and helpful if needing anything. Until next time....

The food, service, and ambiance were all great. Despite it being very busy, our server was attentive and the food was served relatively quickly.

Very historical spot. Stop by in the town of Prescot on our way back from the Grand Canyon. This place was recommended by a friends since my husband mentioned wanting to go to a saloon. Upon arrival you walk to the middle of the restaurant to see the host. We were seated right away in the bar area. I ordered the steak bites and whisky tacos. I would definitely recommend the steak bites. They were well seasoned and crunchy tacos on the other hand were OK. The service was good. Our waitress was also mending the bar, which was a little busy. The atmosphere was definitely old west vibes, and the workers are dressed in that sort of attire. The Restaurant had a lot of historical features and memorabilia. Nice spot to check out if your into history. I was told the downstairs had been converted into a speakeasy has not been opened yet under new ownership .

The Palace is like stepping into the by gone past. Aesthetically structurally architecturally this wonderful bar is well worth the visit. The service is great and so is the food. Drinks as well but the real charm or view is that of all the old photos displays and of course in the back the large Steve McQueen Poster of Junior Bonner.

weve been here a few times, and its not really anything to wow over!! we got 2 grilled turkey sandwiches for the kids, asked for the green chile on the side so us adults could eat it.....all the food came out; the kids sandwiches had the chile on them, we reminded them it was to be on the side. Server took sandwiches said it will be 5 min..... we waited, kids got their food, but they didn't bring is the chile; everyone else ate cold food. oh well. the french fries are weird too- shoestring fries. its a neat building for sure.

The History, building architecture that's been maintained beautifully. With so much to take in. Many patrons occupying the Saloon . Dressed in different eras was fun to see. The meal was mediocre for the price. Our food server plated our plates at two different tables, before making it to the correct table; that was a turn off for me. I think we would have been better off just going In for a beer than to fill our bellies.

I had lunch with my son and hubby at The Palace, which I found while walking around Whiskey Row in Prescott. It was a historic building and the interior was like a museum. Each server wears a costume and good service. We sat at the back table and I looked around the exhibits in the palace. We ordered Ponderosa prime dip w onion rings, half sandwich and soup combo, and Caballero chicken. 2 glass of palace red beers. All foods are good taste and liked palace red beers. I recommend this place when you visit Prescott.

Who knew that this was the oldest bar and restaurant in Arizona?! Or that Doc Holliday was a patron back in the day? Stepping into the Palace felt like a time warp for sure! All the staff are dressed in what I can only describe as "western attire". Our party of three ladies came in on a Sat evening (early, too! Like 5:00 pm) and it was a packed house!! Wait times were quoted at 2 plus hours... since we were visiting from out of town, we figured we were going to be waiting for a while. All of a sudden, one of the hostesses/servers says to us "I'm gonna seat you ladies right here at this table if you're okay with that" (table in front of the host station) and we were absolutely floored!! Talk about a random act of kindness?!!!! She was truly a saint and we couldn't thank her enough for the rest of the night (and of course, we tipped her even though she put up a fight!) On to the main entrees, for the price point and the quality of the meal that you get, it's no wonder the Palace is a can't be missed spot when in Prescott!! The steaks rivaled that of some of the fancier steakhouses I've been to. The drinks were stiff and the service was top notch. When in Prescott, a meal at the Palace is a MUST!!

This place is a must visit for its history alone and while you're there grub on some comfort food and remember to grab a togo container for leftovers as portions are big!

Historic building with good food . Junior bonner used this area as a movie set . Watch it free on YouTube. I got a killer shirt as a souvenir. Make this a definite stop for nostalgia and a drink .

I was craving something smoky and the BBQ pizza delivered. The sauce had a deep barbecue flavor that stood out. The crust was golden and baked to perfection. I liked the mix of cheese and tender meat on each slice. Service was friendly and quick. This place is now on my regular list.

Although this is a hot tourist place, the food is remarkably good! We especially enjoy taco Tuesday where the tacos are cheap and so are the margaritas! Try the fish tacos.....the best! Also their sliders are good and if you feel like splurging, the bucket of onions rings are fantastic! We love the Palace! Support local!

I'm an Historic Bar and Saloon aficionado - yeah, I like them a lot. History, nostalgia for a bygone age, ambience and lots more! I've visited such historical American Pubs like Old Ebbitt Grill (DC), Pied Piper (CA) and many more... appreciating each and every one. But The Palace Restaurant & Saloon seems to be in a category on its own. It is the embodiment of the wild west lover's tavern. The moment you walk in from the street, you go back in time, to a time that appears to have stood still in Arizona's 1870s! Whether real history, the legend or other here say places infamous characters within its walls the likes of Doc Holiday and the Earp Brothers, Wyatt and Virgil, maybe Big Nose Kate among others. Bullet ridden holes in the ceilings attest to something nefarious! I wonder if there were dancing girls on the balconies and piano player by the bar back then? But, besides any potential hauntings, fabulous era melancholy and history, the place oozes with prompt, courteous and professional service, the aromas of both cooking and grilling in the background, hugeness and vastness of space, and an incredible array of eats. This is a place where you can not only drown yourself and quench a thirst in great whiskies and ales, but a huge assortment of vittles from their extensive menu. The likes of: Palace Corn Chowder - delish; Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad - really fresh; Buffalo Wings - scrumptious; Southwest Loaded Skins - terrific; Buffalo Burger and The Palace Campfire Burger - might be the best burger in town; Bonner's Roast Prime Rib - tender and delish medium rare; Mesquite Pulled Pork - tender and superb. Just a few of the menu items tasted over the past few years. Needless to say, we always stop into nostalgic history and fantastic food when visiting Prescott. Kudos to the staff, cooks, servers and owners for treating patrons to a fantastic experience.

Food was just okay, I ordered the Beast burger and it honestly looked exactly like the regular burger my wife and SIL bought, so I'm not sure I got what I ordered.

This place is really cool, so much history, and it's supposedly haunted. We came to see the bar that was saved from the fire in 1900, enjoyed the old timey decor, and asked workers about hauntings because The Palace was featured on an episode of Ghost Adventures. We stayed for dinner and we're seated right away, it was pretty busy and very touristy. I ordered the smothered chicken and my husband had the pepper burger and an old fashioned. Everything was excellent, we asked our server about any ghost sightings, she said a man dressed in cowboy attire was walking around the dining room, then towards a display case against the wall and then walked through the wall! It happened the day before I came in, I was bummed I missed it but it must have been exciting to those that saw it. I highly recommend a visit here.

Highly recommend. The history, ambiance, food and service are all great. The Cesar salad is amazing. The prime rib is my favorite.

Cool historic restaurant on whisky row, the is supposedly haunted too. I guess the bar has a pretty cool story behind it. They saved it when the building caught fire. It was huge too, so impressive they were able to save it. The food was decent, I had a burger and some steak bites and an old fashioned. Fun place with lots of cool decor. I think this is one place everyone should checkout when visiting whisky row. The staff was friendly, but it was an unusually hot day and I'm not sure if they had AC but they were still pretty busy. The old fashioned was good and I ate the whole burger with the smokey pepper on it. Check out the photos!

Location Central Prescott, Whiskey Row. Parking Street, garage Atmosphere Historic saloon-read up about the bar! The servers are dressed in period costumes Live music was fantastic! Seating Bar, low top tables, out side back porch, upstairs. Great for groups in the back room. Service Immediate, attentive, friendly. I appreciate the speed at which the souled plates were removed. Menu Awesome choices! Full bar! We had the steak bites and brisket tacos. The steak bites were so good we ordered seconds. The sauce deserves special mention. I thought we were going to have to ask for more!! The margaritas were a bit too sweet. Summary This place is a MUST place to check off when visiting Prescott. We are so thankful we did!!

Party of four, and this is a group of people who are used to eating steak. Quality matters. One person had a burger, but the other three had the flatiron steak, with different sides. Everyone was very pleased. The service was okay... she was really trying and it was very crowded on a Saturday evening in a tourist spot in summer. The only glitch was when two of the party wanted fresh drinks, but she just ordered another round for the whole table instead of verifying. But... though we are local and have a lot of other options in town, I would go back, maybe on a quieter day.

Must try: Whiskey sour with the Madame Martha Whiskey. The waitress recommended, they make their own simple syrup and the whiskey is made locally for this bar. Best whiskey sour we have ever had!! The corn chowder. It has potatoes, corn and magic. Seasoned well, large bowl and best corn chowder I have ever had. My father has soup everywhere we visit and is a bit of a critic, he was in love. The green beans were soaked in maybe teriyaki, slightly sweet and wonderful. The fish and chips- both men loved the fish. Fries were mediocre. Skip: Was not a fan of the old fashioned drink here. The mushrooms in a skillet were slightly bitter, not for me. I love Cole slaw, but their coleslaw is yogurt based. So weird to my pallete, not mayo or vinegar like usually Cole slaw. Murals and memorabilia were pretty cool. They still have the original bar even though there was a fire in the early 1900s. The legend has it that all of the towns people ran and carried the large bar out to save it. The Palace Restaurant and Saloon is both the oldest business and oldest bar operating in the state of Arizona, United States. Located on historic Whiskey Row in Prescott, the saloon was opened in 1877, and rebuilt in 1901 after a disastrous fire swept the district in 1900. It is considered one of the most historic bars in the state. All around solid choice for lunch or dinner.

Friends visiting and we went to Whiskey row, because well...Whiskey. Stopped at the Palace and sat at the bar. The waitresses and bartenders all dress in the spirit of the Wild West. Love it! The bar itself is super old and if you talk to the fantastic bartender he will tell you the history. We had already eaten so we just went for cocktails. Poured to perfection. The conversation with the employees was lovely and this may be our new favorite bar in the area. Go in and walk around. Look at the memorabilia. Love it!

Best Dang Bar and Chill in a modern day Western Atmosphere with the Touch of The Historic Palace Saloon. You can not go wrong. Service is amazing with staff that love to Serve and recommend. The owners are Down to Earth salt of the earth. Shout out to Madame Martha. Grumpy Sheriff secretly has a heart of Gold. Nonsense is not allowed here. :)) My favorite of all time is the pancetta and sprouts. Love my wings crispy. Cooks know what they are doing when it comes to signature dishes. Such as a Beast Burger. Really good Burgers cooked just the way you like it. Competent Chefs that care what they are preparing. Servers dress the Part and it each matches their personality's. Deanna and Christine best Servers but such knowledge these lovely Ladies have about the Palace Past is phenomenal. The Bar of The Town Expert Bartender Extraordinaire Nick, will never leave you disappointed. Pick your Poison. If you're a whiskey connoisseur you're in luck. My Favorite Place

Love this place! Great location on Whiskey Row! Great balcony! Live music in the little alcove by the bar. Service is fun! A must visit!

Arizona's Most Historic Restaurant! If you're craving a top-tier BBQ / American dining experience, look no further! This gem of a restaurant and bar strikes the perfect balance of amazing food, cozy ambiance, and family-friendly vibes. The portions are incredibly generous, and every bite sings of quality and flavor. Our family of 6 were all happy with our Burgers and steaks and kids meals. Adults will be thrilled with the wide variety of beverages on offer, plus this spot is delightfully kid-friendly with a specially crafted kids' menu that ensures everyone leaves happy. Our server was pleasant and kept coming back to make sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our meals. One of the coolest highlights? The restaurant doubles as a trip through time with its collection of antique relics on display. It's like enjoying a museum tour after a fantastic meal. And if you fall in love with the atmosphere, they've got you covered--you can take a piece of it home with their selection of souvenirs available for purchase. I got several poker chips and postcards and a souvenir cup. This place truly has it all: excellent food, a great drink menu, family-friendly charm, and an unforgettable setting. Highly recommended for a dining experience that's as unique as it is delicious!

Service was great! Oldest bar in the state of Arizona (1877), such rich history, food was great! We had an excellent time passing through Prescott on our way back to Phoenix.

Last night, our food took almost an hour but once we got it, the flavor was fantastic! Here's the thing, the bartenders were extremely rude and have terrible customer service skills. The entire hour and a half we were sitting there I watched them speak with everyone that came after me. Very short and irritated, never smiled, could tell they were pissed off and didn't want to be there. It just made the entire experience uncomfortable. The energy was so negative we didn't want to ask for anything because it seemed like they would be annoyed we bothered them. Really disappointed in this experience.

A must stop if you're in the area! The food was amazing, the atmosphere was very unique, and service was very good. I'm super impressed with The Palace as an out of state visitor in town for family.

What a fun place. This just happens to be the oldest Bar in the state of Arizona. Nowadays though it really is more of a family restaurant, though the bar remains. It's a little dark inside, but ultra cool with the waitresses dressing like old timey saloon girls, so fun. I am sad I forgot to get our waitress' photo. Crystal was a doll. I had a Cajun Salmon, husband had Lamb Shank, my aunt ordered Mushroom Chicken with a side of additional mushrooms. Their Corn Chowder was excellent too. Our drinks were great as well, and they had fresh brewed local beers on tap as well. It's really a must see in Prescott. Super fun.

It's a historic bar with a huge selection. We only had drinks at the bar but all the staff were in period costumes for a nice atmosphere! A must stop when in Prescott.

Steak bites. We're so over cooked you couldn't chew them. Waitress never asked if food was ok.

I need to do a new review of The Palace. The staff were much friendlier and welcoming this time. Brought some friends in from out of town to visit and dropped in while exploring the area for a drink. I had a margarita called the Arizona Sunrise which was spectacular! I have yet to sample their cuisine so I can't comment on that but the drinks are fabulous! Definitely want to try the food next time!

I have never been to Prescott, but this should be a priority on your list for the history alone.If you're a fan of the movie Tombstone then you will love having a drink here I would recommend watching the movie again or watch for the first time as some of the events in the movie took place here!

Historic saloon in Prescott. Our server was awesome and dressed in old West garb. Very attentive and entertaining. The saloon has pictures from the early days when it was frequented by Wyatt Earp, Doc Holiday, etc. Meals were very well prepared and delicious. Great craft cocktails and live music as well. Prices are very reasonable and a great value.

Great atmosphere. We sat at the bar for our meal. Burgers are great the food is all fresh. Service is prompt and friendly. Gotta love the way the employees are all dressed for the part . . . saloon dresses, side arms, etc. Lots of memorabilia to look at and you'll feel like you're a hundred years back in time in the old west. Awesome place to stop in when walking Whiskey Row and downtown.

Cool vibe, this place is full of history. And so cool with everyone (mostly) dressed in character. I just had the corn chowder and a whiskey sour but both were excellent. Very friendly bartenders who gave me the great suggestion of El Gato. It's an old building (obviously) so wasn't very cool in there but not unbearable.

Food service ambiance what a fun and tasty place to visit. Took my husband for his first visit to Prescott

Awesome experience. Been in every time we visit....if nothing for the history and a drink. Have only eaten appetizers here, but daughter has gone for dinner and says it's the best green beans she's ever had. Love how the staff is dressed and play the part of the old west. Love the knickknacks and memorabilia from the old west. Restrooms are huge and clean and continue the old west feel. Will return every time we come ;-)

Toughest grilled chicken ever, blackened chicken breast sprinkled with a little seasoning and cooked to super dry. Could not eat it.

We had a fantastic meal at the Palace. Service was excellent, the wine was good and our bill wasn't too high. We enjoyed our visit and will return soon.

Fun atmosphere with History! Service was excellent! Being honest the food was just okay. The onion rings were my favorite and the ranch was some of the best I have had. The buns on all our sandwiches were dry. The pulled pork was just okay. Fries were good with the ranch and crispy! Fun just to say I went and glad for the experience with family!

The beers are fine. The bison, elk, wild hog, and one more I forgot what meat was that blend into half pound burger. The burger was not lean and not that great. I do not think it is venison meat. I would not recommend you order this burger. The fries are not home made. I think was frozen. Will I come back. I doubt it

I wanted to love this place and when we first walked in, we did! It's such a cute historical bar. We were sat immediately around 5 pm on a Friday night. Our server got our appetizer and drinks to us quickly and I was thinking reviews of slow service had to be a thing of the past. But no, once it got slow it was SLOW. Our server was nice but always had an excuse to why something took so long or that she forgot something. The food is just not great. The kids burger to start was terrible; maybe just a frozen patty burnt to a crisp. The buffalo wings were good but at 17.50 a pop, pricey. They were supposed to be the $2.00 off for happy hour but of course our waitress forgot to do that. We didn't notice until after because we probably waited for our check for over half an hour and our table sat dirty for that time too. That is extremely frustrating when you have two toddlers with you. I would say skip this place. Maybe come for a drink at the bar to be able to enjoy the cute atmosphere. Don't waste your money on the food.

Pretty cool historic western bar/saloon where Doc Holiday, Wyatt Earp, Virgil Earp and Steve McQueen were frequently patrons. Your normal bar and regular foods where servers are worn period costumes. We ordered the 16oz prime ribs and grilled wild mushrooms with macaroni & Cheese. The portion was huge. We couldn't even make a dent. Everything were great!

This place was one of the pit stops on mine and my boyfriends trip to Arizona and we were impressed! This place gives off a very old "Western" vibe and it's a restaurant that used to be a hoo*** house LOL. The inside is really neat and you can truly feel the history in there. I didn't get any good quality photos of the food (they were blurry) but I did get a couple of photos of the inside, menu and my drink glass! They definitely know how to make a drink there, that's for sure. I had the bacon cheeseburger and it was really good! It was juicy, the bun was warm and extremely soft and the bacon was CRISP. It's hard to find good, crispy bacon on a burger. I also had coleslaw. That was a little too warm for my liking, but tasted good. We also had some onion rings and those were some of the best onion rings I've ever had. They were thick but the breading wasn't super crunchy/hard to bite down on. They were perfect. The service was really good! Everyone was really welcoming, kind and all around had good energy. Our waitress was really awesome, attentive and she was just very knowledgeable, which I love. The only reason I didn't give this place 5-stars is because it was pretty expensive for what we got. I understand inflation is a little crazy right now but for the food and the 1-alcoholic beverage and 1-regular beverage, it was a lot. I'm not going to post what the total bill was, but it was a little outrageous. Other than that, great experience! Highly recommend, especially if you like history.

Brought the family here nice historical looking place good service clean good drinks and food, little pricey. We ordered the the beast burgers, kids Mac one kids chicken tenders. The burger was good, no complaints. Kids chicken was lil crispy but still good, mac was pretty good, frys are the very thin ones mine were good I noticed the kids were more on the crispy side. When we come to Prescott we usually stop by this place for a good bite!