Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse - Carefree, Arizona

Joseph M.

I was really disappointed with the service during my visit. We sat on the upstairs patio and unfortunately only saw our server three times in an hour. She wasn't very friendly, and it seemed like she was more focused on her phone and cashing out her tips than attending to customers. This was a frustrating experience, especially since the atmosphere was great. On top of that, the food quality has definitely gone downhill. It was much better during my past visits. I hope the management takes this into consideration and improves both the service and food quality moving forward. will never eat here again!! 🙁

Julene L.

WOW service at its finest!
We arrived at 5pm without reservations! Thinking we could sit at the bar, it was all full. The hostess made a extra effort to find us somewhere to sit! Lucky us they had a 5pm no show reservation outside on the porch one of the best tables ! And they found us and gave us the table. THEN we had Jacob to wait on us he was a true exceptional waiter, they had staff everywhere and was amazing.
Now the food! We had tenderloins the were BEAUTIFUL! 2in thick and perfectly done!
You get two sides I had scalloped potatoes which were decedent. I am an excellent steak home cook and this restaurant is the Best Steak house I have maybe ever eaten at and I have had dinner at some of the finest !
I will drive the 2 hours to return!!! SOON I hope
THANK YOU ALL

Paul C.

Very pleasant dining experience, solid service and atmosphere. We like the feel of the location.

Food was mixed-spinach dip, tomato and mozzarella salad excellent appetizers, filet and baby back ribs excellent main plates;
Asparagus an excellent side. Really enjoyed the ribs!

The NY strip and the Prime Rib were more “OK..”

So, mixed on the menu. Overall an enjoyable evening!

Diana B.

Friendly staff delicious food n great view. Great Happy Hour $$ on drinks n food. Sliders are good n very filling. Jen at the bar was great. Ashley is also fun -nice relaxing time. Roof top is open Wed - Sun after 5 pm. Fun relaxing great food n drinks.

Breanna V.

Visited Keeler's last week for the first time with a friend and I was very impressed. We had heard about this place from my friends parents and we were glad we decided to go! The service was amazing. Our waitress was super knowledgeable about the menu and very attentive. Our appetizer, drinks, steaks and dessert were fantastic. I will say I got the Mac and cheese and the french onion soup as sides and they definitely lacked luster compared to the rest of the meal. They were just very plain and not what I expected compared to everything else. I loved that the owner visited our table! Made it feel very personal meeting the owner. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience. Will definitely be back when I'm back in the area.

Jacqueline H.

Chef Anthony Apolinar at Keelers is one of my favorite chefs in the valley, and I am also a big fan of Keelers Hospitality Group. From the food to the cocktails, they excel at hospitality and bringing diners comfort foods with a passionate twist. Not to mention, the cocktail menu designed by Adam Downing is as diverse as it is fun to sip!

Why I love Keeler's Chef Anthony Apolinar? He brings a deep passion for food and people and a commitment to fresh, from-scratch cooking to Keeler's Neighborhood Steakhouse.

Apolinar's culinary journey began at age six, learning to make chorizo from his mother and “Nana“. His formative years were spent honing his work ethic through baling hay and tending livestock. Those early experiences instilled in him a love of food and a connection to his roots.

The Keeler family, a family owned and operated hospitality group, offered Chef Apolinar a haven for his creativity across their three concepts. For the past nine years, he has revolutionized their menus, transitioning from pre-made dishes to fresh, from-scratch comfort foods.

Chef Apo understood Cave Creek's love for "meat and potatoes," which inspired his "Keelers Loaded Baker." This behemoth baked potato impresses with tender filet mignon, bacon, and a symphony of cheeses. This exemplifies Apolinar’s philosophy of elevating comfort food. "My job is to create dishes that evoke memories of childhood and comfort.“

The Keelers kitchen boasts a close-knit team which is evident in the staff's longevity. Chef beams with pride as he mentions his sous chef's journey from dishwasher four years ago.

A highlight of the menu is Apolinar's favorite cut, a 16-ounce prime rib eye. It bursts with flavor and tenderness. The brisket blend beef burgers with house-made buns sell over 2,000 a month.

Apolinar's Mexican-American heritage shines through in dishes like the Baja Sea Bass, topped with crab meat and a cajun beurre blanc, in addition to a chunky cilantro crab cake finished with chipotle aioli.

For dessert, try Apple Pie, which uses 10 lbs of Granny Smith applies for every pie, or the New York Cheesecake and Creme Brulee.

As you sit at the bar, enjoying one of Keeler’s incredible cocktails, you'll likely encounter the regulars. They come not just for the food and cocktails, but for a place that feels like home. There is also a rooftop patio!

Recommended cocktails:
Judy's Bloom
Agave Suave
Island Fever
When in New York
Keeler's Smoke Show

Happy Hour Daily 3p-5p
$8 features such as Steak Tartar and French Onion Soup
$6 Well Cocktails
$8 Margaritas
$8 Martinis
$6 Sangrias
$5 Local Draft Beers
$5 Wines
$16 Combos of sandwhiches and HH beer or HH wine

Rich D.

Very cool atmosphere and best service. The portions are large and the pork chops are the best we have ever had. Wife had seabass and it was perfectly cooked

Angie

The hostess gave us any option we want to where to sit. Our server Serra was very pleasant and gave us great service. The food was delicious & the establishment should be called Killers Steakhouse because the food is killer! Biker friendly but can tell lots of regulars