Gurley St Grill

Gurley St Grill is a historic neighborhood restaurant and sports bar located at 230 W Gurley St in downtown Prescott, Arizona, half a block west of the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza and Whiskey Row. Housed in the rebuilt turn-of-the-century Mulvenon Saloon—whose original structure burned during the Great Fire of 1900—the two-story brick building still displays visibly charred salvaged bricks along its interior walls. Winner of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Dining award, the restaurant draws locals, families, and Northern Arizona travelers for charbroiled burgers, house pastas, stone-baked pizzas, and regional craft beers in a relaxed historic tavern setting.

What to Expect at Gurley St Grill

Inside the main-floor dining room, high tin ceilings, exposed 1900s brickwork, warm wood booths, and a long mahogany bar create a classic Arizona saloon ambiance. Sports fans gather around flat-screen televisions flanking the bar to watch NFL, NBA, and college games while ordering from a rotating tap list of Arizona craft brews, domestic drafts, and house cocktails. The Gurley St Grill menu covers classic American comfort food, ranging from shareable tavern appetizers like spinach-artichoke dip, potato skins, and wings to hearty half-pound burgers, prime rib dip sandwiches, fish and chips, steaks, and Cajun chicken pasta. Dedicated vegetarian and gluten-free preparations are available across the salad, pasta, and entree sections.

Upstairs, the second floor preserves a distinctive piece of frontier history. Following the 1900 reconstruction of the Mulvenon Saloon, the upper rooms operated as boarding quarters rented by the hour or day; today, those spaces have been converted into three private banquet rooms that can be booked individually for small gatherings or combined to host up to 150 guests. Whether stopping in for a weekday lunch special, afternoon happy hour at the bar, or a family dinner after exploring downtown Prescott, guests experience attentive service and generous portions at moderate mid-range prices ($$).

• Historic 1900 Mulvenon Saloon Bricks: Diners can spot original fire-charred bricks salvaged from the Great Fire of July 14, 1900, built directly into the interior masonry walls.
• Charbroiled Burgers & Tavern Sandwiches: Half-pound specialty burgers, French dip sandwiches, Reuben melts, and grilled chicken clubs served with seasoned fries, coleslaw, or kettle chips.
• Pastas, Steaks & Comfort Entrees: Dinner plates feature fettuccine Alfredo, Cajun pastas, baby back ribs, hand-cut steaks, seafood platters, and brick-oven pizzas.
• Full Sports Bar & Daily Happy Hour: A lively bar counter pouring regional Arizona IPAs and lagers, classic margaritas, mules, and California wines alongside multiple game-day screens.
• Second-Floor Historic Banquet Rooms: Three private upstairs dining rooms accommodating up to 150 guests with customizable catering menus for rehearsals, reunions, and business dinners.

Gurley St Grill at a Glance

Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings

Gurley St Grill operates primarily on a walk-in basis for everyday lunch and dinner, though calling ahead at +1 928-445-3388 is wise for groups of six or more, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings between 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM or during major Prescott events like World’s Oldest Rodeo and Acker Night. Arriving between 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM guarantees immediate booth seating and easy access to bar stools for afternoon happy hour specials. Drivers will find angled two-hour free street parking directly out front on West Gurley Street and along North McCormick Street, while the covered Granite Street Municipal Parking Garage sits a three-minute walk south on South Granite Street.

The main ground-floor entrance on West Gurley Street is step-free and wheelchair accessible, leading directly to wide aisles, low-top tables, and accessible restrooms on the primary dining level; note that the historic second-floor banquet rooms are reached via stairs. Because the restaurant sits on downtown Prescott’s main east-west thoroughfare, it pairs naturally with nearby landmarks: walk two minutes east to stroll beneath the elms of the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza and browse the historic saloons and western wear shops of Whiskey Row (South Montezuma Street), or walk six minutes west along Gurley Street to tour the Victorian cottages and Frontier-era log buildings at the Sharlot Hall Museum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours at Gurley St Grill?

Gurley St Grill opens daily at 11:00 AM for lunch, afternoon drinks, and dinner. The kitchen and bar close at 8:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and stay open until 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday nights.

How much does a meal cost at Gurley St Grill and do I need reservations?

The restaurant falls into the moderate $$ price tier, with most burgers, sandwiches, and salads priced between $14 and $19, and pasta, steak, or rib dinners ranging from $18 to $32. Walk-ins are welcome all day, while large parties or guests booking the three upstairs banquet rooms (which hold up to 150 people) should reserve in advance by phone or through the official Gurley St Grill website.

How much time should I budget for dining at Gurley St Grill?

Plan on 45 to 60 minutes for a casual weekday lunch or burger at the bar, and 60 to 90 minutes for a full sit-down dinner with appetizers and desserts. Sports fans watching a game in the bar area often linger for two hours or more.

Is Gurley St Grill family-friendly and wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the restaurant welcomes families with children, offering booth seating, high chairs, and kid-friendly burgers, pastas, and pizzas in a casual dress-code environment. The ground-floor dining room, bar, and restrooms have step-free street access from West Gurley Street, and the kitchen accommodates both vegetarian and gluten-free dietary needs.

When planning your Prescott travel guide or comparing verified nightlife and american restaurant in Prescott, pair this stop with standout local spots including Murphy's Restaurant, Hilton Garden Inn Prescott Downtown, Prescott Pines Inn, and Prescott Arizona Mural (nearby).