El Gato Azul - Tapas Bar & Mediterranean Cuisine in Prescott, AZ

We had such an amazing time at the restaurant! We didn't know Sundays were live jazz nights, so that was a welcomed surprise. My husband & I ordered several dishes off of the tapas menu, and each one was fantastic (polenta with honey, chorizo hash, pozole, and pork belly tacos). The "tequila libre" mocktail was delicious, too. Our waitress was so fun to talk with, and she was very attentive. The place is a great spot for awesome food & entertainment. Since it's not huge, it's strongly recommended that you make a reservation in advance. It can get pretty crowded because it's apparently very popular (and rightfully so!)

Without being able to taste everything, I can tell that El Gato Azul focuses their menu on authentic and intricate flavors. In my experience, it's difficult to have an extensive menu and also have a consitent quality of food. I'm not sure if I went on an off day, but every single meat-related dish we were served was very over cooked. As in, very dry and difficult to enjoy. Using the beef and blue street tacos as one example, if the meat wasn't overcooked, I could see myself enjoying the dish. It also had a lot of pickled red onions, which wasn't bad, but it overpowered every other flavor. I will say that every single seafood item was cooked absolutely perfectly. The crab cakes, tiger shrimp, and mussels did not fail. Also, their chips and salsa were surprisingly good; with a good amount of spice and it wasn't very chunky or runny. In general, this seems like a great spot for a quick lunch at reasonable prices. I could see myself returning here if I lived nearby.

Creekside patio, generously portioned tapas, wide menu selection & friendly service! My favorite part was the tree covered patio overlooking the creek (There’s a little staircase down to a walkway; don’t skip it, it’s very cute) There’s a whole vegetarian tapas section, some of which are vegan and others easily made vegan. We ordered the fried green tomatoes, curry cauliflower, olive tapenade, and tabouli. (Also two meat croquettes.) They were all very good, but the tabouli with pita was our favorite because it was so fresh & flavorful and the texture was just right. Five tapas was PLENTY for two people; we had leftovers.

The atmosphere here is wonderfully quirky and inviting. The eclectic decor is charming, and the outdoor patio is simply beautiful—it's the ideal spot for a date night or a relaxing meal with friends. Everyone was very friendly and attentive, making you feel welcome from the moment you walked in. Make a reservation, especially if you want to sit outside or are dining on a weekend, as this place gets busy!

We've eaten here several times and the food has always been nothing short of amazing. Staff is very nice and efficient. Our favorite restaurant in Prescott.

What an amazing experience. The wait staff was super kind and attentive. The food was amazing. Go the tapas route and share the plates. You can eat here every day for a month and have a unique experience. The chicken was melt-in-your-mouth tender and the pork… incredible. One of our favorite experiences. Will be back again and will tell everyone we know probably more than once. Some pictures were after we ate some, sorry… couldn’t be helped.

It is better if you have a reservation. The day we went they were under staffed but everyone was doing their best to give a good service . We had to wait a little more than usual for our food but it was totally worth the wait. Their tapas are very diverse, so for sure everyone in your group will find something good to eat.

I can't say enough good about this place. The food was so so good... The service was exceptional... And the whole vibe is just Prescott. We went there for our 49th wedding anniversary and we're a little tentative because it is a little, off the main path place... But what a reward for trusting the reviews. It was everything people said and more. The price was MORE THAN FAIR for portion size. Every bite was incredible. Pork belly tacos #1 Cheesy Polenta#2 Blue Tacos #3 Green chili pork wontons #4 Chips and salsa #5 Pulled pork Breshetta #6 And the creme brulee was yummy (But they were all incredible)