Prescott Museum

These museums allow gardeners to deepen their connection to the land and explore the historical, cultural, and natural heritage that shapes this unique high-desert landscape.

Dinner Bell Cafe & Cantina

(7 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 2.7 miles

Experience a piece of Prescott history on their serene back patio overlooking Granite Creek, where the sound of flowing water and lush riparian views complement their legendary homemade cinnamon rolls, yum.

Waffles N' More

(2 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or .7 miles)

Fuel up for a day of planting with their famous buckwheat waffles, offering a hearty, earthy start that feels as wholesome as a morning in the garden and within walking distance to the garden center.

Wild Iris Coffee

(8 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 2.8 miles)

Beloved community hub located just off the courthouse square, offering a warm and artistic atmosphere where gardeners can enjoy locally roasted coffee and fresh pastries on a charming, brick-lined patio surrounded by seasonal greenery.

Gurley St Grill

(7 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 2.8 miles)

Take a break in this historic downtown staple and try the Zucchini & Mushrooms or a fresh Cobb salad while enjoying the view of the Courthouse Plaza’s towering elms. A Prescottonian staple for regulars.

Scout's Gourmet Grub

(3 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 1 miles)

Enjoy a light, vibrant lunch featuring fresh greens and house-made dressings in a modern space that prioritizes the same clean, natural aesthetics gardeners love. Their Tuna Melt and daily soup specials for a gardeners dream for lunch.

Shirley's Urban Eats

(5 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 1.7 miles)

A 'must-visit' for the adventurous gardener, this spot offers 'Comfort Food with Attitude,' featuring a globally-inspired menu where you can enjoy a Garden Burst fresh-pressed juice alongside a vibrant Citrus, Pepper + Fruit salad or a Vegan Vegetable Shawarma.

Dry Gulch Steakhouse

(1 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or .3 miles)

Gardeners will love the rustic "cow puncher" atmosphere at Dry Gulch Steakhouse, where they can enjoy a "Famous Margarita" and hearty Western comfort food while unwinding from a day of nursery shopping among the restaurant's charming, neighborhood-tucked scenery. It's original Prescott where the locals still hang every afternoon.

El Gato Azul

(8 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 2.8 miles)

Get inspired by their eclectic "Southwestern Mediterranean" tapas menu, featuring over 20 vegetarian options like fried avocado and saffron croquettes in a charming Creekside setting. Their Fried Goat Cheese with chef Barry's Margarita is the perfect afternoon.

Farm Provisions

(7 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 2.9 miles)

The ultimate destination for the "Farm-to-Table" enthusiast, this restaurant works with local growers to serve heritage pork with baby heirloom carrots and short ribs with parsnip puree. It's where Prescottonials go to celebrate occasions or just gather with fiends.

Back Alley Wine Bar

(8 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 2.9 miles)

Sip on a flight of Arizona-grown wines and sample their lemon artichoke pesto flatbread, a perfect way to toast to a successful day of nursery hopping. You have to be a local to find this gem.

LazyG Brewhouse

(9 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 3.4 miles)

This converted trailer park turned brewhouse offers a "vintage garden" vibe with its open-air seating and a menu that features local favorites like their green chili burger. Of course, locally brews and fun abound. It's a local favorite.

Superstition Meadery

(8 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 3 miles)

A must-stop for the botanical-minded imbiber, this award-winning tasting room offers "Desert Monsoon" mead made with prickly pear and wildflower honey, alongside world-renowned ciders like "Blueberry Spaceship Box." It's cozy, intimate and uniquely Prescott.

Badgers Den

(11 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 4.2 miles)

Indulge in "elevated comfort" with their vegetarian omelets or savory dinner crepes, showcasing how simple garden staples can be transformed into a sophisticated evening meal. The best fish and steakhouse in Prescott according to locals.

Founding Fathers Collective

(7 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 2.6 miles)

Relax in a Creekside Adirondack chair with a self-pour craft beer, enjoying a sophisticated outdoor space that masterfully blends hardscaping with the natural beauty of Granite Creek. Ask for the private whiskey collection and humidor galor.

Palace Restaurant & Saloon

(8 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 3 miles)

Step back in time at Arizona’s oldest frontier saloon, where you can dine on "Saloon Skirt Steak" in a museum-like atmosphere featuring an 1880s Brunswick bar saved from the Great Fire of 1900. A must if it's your first time to daytrip to Prescott.

Raven Cafe

(8 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 3 miles)

As a community hub for the eco-conscious gardener, this cafe offers an organic-focused menu and a hidden rooftop patio that provides a lush, elevated escape above the heart of downtown. You are now in the know, relax and enjoy.

Red White and Brew

(9 minute drive from Watters Garden Center, or 3.2 miles)

Perfect for those who love bold, scratch-made American cuisine, this spot features a dog-friendly patio and standout dishes like bourbon-glazed pecan-crusted salmon and "Cowboy Burgers" with house-made bacon-jalapeño jam. At the bar, they actually have mixologist that actually know and experiment with their own drinks. A locals hangout is at the bar.