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Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse

Cave Creek, Arizona

Why stop here: Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse is a $$ steakhouse pick in Cave Creek. Use it as a route-town meal stop.

CuisineSteakhouse
Price$$
TownCave Creek

Rebuilt after a devastating fire and still hosting live bull riding on Wednesday and Friday nights alongside mesquite-grilled steaks. Dinner and a rodeo in one stop.

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Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.

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