A good chile relleno is a small act of kitchen skill. You start with a whole roasted pepper, stuff it with cheese or meat, coat it in a light batter, and cook it until it holds together just right.
Do it well, and it becomes one of the most satisfying plates on any Mexican menu. Arizona has plenty of kitchens that take this dish seriously, from Tucson landmarks to red rock cantinas in Sedona.
This list rounds up seven spots across the state where the rellenos are done with care. Whether you are road-tripping through Flagstaff or grabbing lunch in Yuma, one of these stops is probably close to your route…