Located in Mohave County, Arizona, Lake Havasu City is a well-known tourist destination. It is probably best known for being home to the old London Bridge from London, England. The bridge in London was replaced in 1968 and sold to a businessman in what is now Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
In addition to the historic bridge, Lake Havasu City has several events throughout the year, such as the Lake Havasu Boat Show, that draw tourists in. It also happens to have hundreds of restaurants, some of which are better than others. I scoured the internet, read reviews, and stuffed my face to find the 14 best restaurants in Lake Havasu City, AZ.
1. Juicy’s: The Place with the Great Food
$$ | 928-855-8429 | WEBSITE
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Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Juicy’s is ready to feed you any meal of the day. Juicy’s offers dine-in and takeout and has free off-street parking for easy access to the restaurant.
Highchairs are available for when you bring the whole family, and they offer a full bar for those that like to enjoy an adult beverage with their meal. They offer large portions at reasonable prices that won’t break the bank.
2. Shugrue’s Restaurant and Bakery
$$ | 928-453-1400 | WEBSITE
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Shugrue offers a great view of the Bridgewater Channel, which includes the historic London Bridge. They offer dine-in and takeout and are open daily from 3 pm to 9 pm.
Featuring hand-cut steaks, seafood, pasta, and more, the menu offers a little something for everyone. The service is incredible and they offer happy hour in the Waterfront Lounge. This is an excellent place for large groups, dates, or solo outings.
3. College Street Brewhouse & Pub
$$ | 928-854-2739 | WEBSITE
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If you are looking for American pub fare and tasty brews, College Street Brewhouse & Pub is the place for you. The restaurant has a cozy patio with a view of the water.
Happy Hour appetizers and drinks are available Monday through Saturday from 3 pm to 6 pm and all day on Sundays. They brew their beer, and it doesn’t disappoint. This is a great hangout spot for special occasions, cozy gatherings, or fun dates.
4. Barley Brothers Brewery
$$ | 928-505-7837 | WEBSITE
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Great for the whole family, the restaurant and brewery offer reasonable prices, tasty food, and good beer. Located on the water, Barley Brothers Brewery has a wide range of appetizers, sandwiches, and house specials, like the Fondue Philly Cheesesteak and the Manhattan Steak Sandwich.
They have great gluten-free options and do their best to accommodate any other dietary needs. Grab a pint or a flight of beer to enjoy while dining, or grab a fresh beer to go.
5. Cha Bones
$$$ | 928-854-5554 | WEBSITE
The first thing you might notice about this restaurant is the sounds made by the five copper water sculptures. The ambiance is eclectic and artsy and the food is fresh and delicious. Offering brunch, lunch, and dinner, Cha Bones is open seven days a week from 11 am to 10 pm.
Cha Bones has been voted one of the top ten restaurants in Arizona and while it is a bit pricier, the food won’t disappoint. If you are looking for a place with a great atmosphere for lady’s night or a nice date, this is the place to go.
6. Makai Cafe
$$ | 928-505-2233 | WEBSITE
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This waterfront restaurant is located on the water and overlooks the historic London Bridge. Open every day from 7:30 am to 2 pm, they offer a nice variety of breakfast and lunch options.
The portions are large and the food is fresh and delicious. In addition to food, they have specialty coffees, beer, and wine. The patio is dog-friendly, so feel free to bring Fido along.
7. Burgers by the Bridge
$$ | 928-302-6780 | WEBSITE
This fun and tasty burger joint opened in 2014 and won Trip Advisor’s Traveler’s Choice in 2022. They offer takeout, but if you choose to dine in, the location is on the waterfront with, as the name suggests, a close-up view of the historic London Bridge.
They do not offer table service, but all you have to do is order at the bar, grab a seat, and they will bring it out to you. Open every day for lunch and dinner, the menu offers a wide variety of meat, seafood, and vegetarian options. This family-friendly establishment is also pet-friendly, so bring the whole family.
8. Rusty’s Restaurant
$$ | 928-680-0707 | WEBSITE
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This tasty breakfast and lunch place is a local favorite. Breakfast items range from classic dishes like steak and eggs to more unique options like the Irish Benedict. Lunch offerings range from burgers and sandwiches to salads and chicken fingers.
Plenty of meat and vegetarian options are available. They also have a whole value menu for those on a budget or feeding a large group. Highchairs are available upon request for the little ones and they offer takeout as well as table service.
9. Papa Leone’s Pizza
$$ | 928-453-5200 | WEBSITE
Enjoy a slice on the patio with a view of the historic London Bridge on Lake Havasu at this tasty pizza joint. Voted #1 pizza in Lake Havasu, this restaurant uses fresh ingredients and makes their dough.
They offer dine-in and takeout and even have delivery available around the city and on the lake itself. This family-friendly establishment has pizza, wings, calzones, pasta, salads, and more. They serve beer and wine and feature discounts on slices for daily lunch specials.
10. Tavern 95 Grill & Spirits
$$ | 928-566-4869 | WEBSITE
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Located on the south side of the city, Tavern 95 Grill & Spirits offers a lovely view of Lake Havasu. Table service is available with indoor or outdoor seating, and they also offer takeout. The menu has bar food like fried mushrooms, pretzels with beer cheese, and pastrami fries, in addition to sandwiches, wings, burgers, wraps, and more.
There are plenty of options to choose from and a little something for all dietary needs. Don’t miss happy hour from 2 pm-5 pm and hang out to watch sports or enjoy the sunset on the lake with a cold beer or an adult milkshake.
11. Place to Be City Style Bistro
$$ | 928-453-8339 | WEBSITE
This place might not look like much on the outside, but it offers a delicious variety of food that rotates seasonally. Currently, they have Hefeweizen Beer Steamed Little Neck Clams, but that could soon change.
This place is kid-friendly, providing high chairs for the little ones. They offer takeout and dine-in, and have a full bar, so you can grab an adult beverage with your delicious food. There are plenty of options for meat lovers and vegetarians alike.
12. Javelina Cantina
$$ | 928-855-8226 | WEBSITE
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Javelina Cantina offers authentic Sonoran-style Mexican food like the Surf and Turf Molcajete Bowl and Ceviche del Patron. While you can go in for takeout, there is dine-in seating and outdoor seating available.
The restaurant is on the water with a nice view of the historic London Bridge. A tasty Southwestern menu isn’t the only thing Javelina Cantina has. They also have plenty of strong and delicious margarita options.
13. Red Onion and RO Bar
$$ | 928-505-0302 | WEBSITE
If you are looking for a good breakfast and lunch place in Lake Havasu City, the Red Onion and RO Bar may be the spot for you.
This restaurant is located in what used to be Lake Havasu City’s first bank. The bank vault was transformed into an open-air room, giving the atmosphere a light and airy feel. This location is pet friendly, offers a full bar, and has indoor and outdoor seating.
14. Mudshark Brewery
$$ | 928-453-9302 | WEBSITE
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This brewery serves up some delicious pub-style dishes. From tasty starters like soft pretzels and beer cheese to pizza, salads, and sandwiches, Mudshark Brewery has a little something for everyone.
This brewpub offers dine-in, takeout, and plenty of outdoor seating. Highchairs are available for the little ones, so feel free to bring them along. Mudshark Brewery has a full bar and brews its own beer onsite. This is a great spot to stop by with friends, family, or solo for some pub fare and a cold beer.
Summary
Lake Havasu City, AZ has a lot to offer to both locals and tourists alike. No matter what kind of food you are looking for, there is a place for you.
It was difficult to narrow these restaurants down to the best of the best, but based on reviews, experience, awards, and other research, these are the 14 best restaurants in Lake Havasu City, AZ. You would be remiss not to check a few of these out next time you’re in the area.
Hayden has been a digital director for years. He has five years of experience editing and writing about food, restaurant, and recipe review content. At Birch Restaurant, he’s in charge of scouting, showing up unannounced in different restaurants, and writing a thorough food guide!
This list is about 50% accurate.. no mention of El Dolce, Angelina’s, Romano’s or worst part yet NO MENTION OF THE Boat House Grill.. you didn’t venture very far or with a good guide around the city because there are plenty more you missed and Juicy’s is not the best in town by far.
I completely agree with you. Especially Juicy. Wasn’t impressed and won’t be back.
Agree I thought the same thing
Boathouse is my favorite place for best foods! Being 82 years old and alone on social security, once a month I treat myself to their excellent food!
A new place onthe south side that served breakfast, lunch and dinner and has amazing food Breakwater Grill
You also forgot Sam’s the best breakfast and lunch place in town and it’s dog friendly also