Hearth '61

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Kitchen with Character in Paradise Valley

Hearth '61 sits within the storied Mountain Shadows resort in Paradise Valley, Arizona — a setting that carries its own sense of place against the backdrop of Camelback Mountain. The name itself is a nod to the resort's original era, grounding the restaurant in a legacy that stretches back decades while keeping the cooking firmly in the present.

The menu draws from both American and Mediterranean traditions, a pairing that feels natural in the Arizona desert, where open-fire cooking, sun-ripened produce, and bold, herb-forward flavors find common ground. The hearth is central to the kitchen's identity — a live-fire anchor that shapes the texture and character of the food.

Wine Worth the Attention

Wine Spectator recognized Hearth '61 with its Award of Excellence, a distinction that reflects genuine care in how the wine list is built and maintained. For a restaurant that bridges American and Mediterranean cooking, the cellar has the range to match — whether you're drawn toward domestic bottles or Old World selections that echo the Mediterranean side of the menu.

Lunch, Dinner, and Beyond

Hearth '61 serves both lunch and dinner, with takeaway available for those who want to bring a piece of the experience home. It's the kind of place that works equally well for a relaxed midday meal or a more considered evening out — unpretentious in welcome, deliberate in execution.