There’s something magical about a restaurant that makes people willingly navigate winding mountain roads just to sink their teeth into properly smoked meat.
Rustler’s Rooste in Phoenix sits perched atop South Mountain like a carnivorous castle, drawing barbecue pilgrims from every corner of Arizona who’ve heard whispers about what awaits at the summit.
This hilltop haven represents everything authentic about Southwestern dining culture wrapped up in one spectacular location.
You’ll understand why folks make the journey from Tucson, Flagstaff, and beyond the moment you experience your first meal here…