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Big Nose Kate's Saloon

3.9 (823 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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BIG NOSE KATE'S SALOON ATMOSPHERE

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Loud
Live music
Touristy
Casual

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Robert G.

A must if your going to tombstone! Maybe even watch one of the tombstone movies or Wyatt Earp. And you'll see the history of this bar. Food was fine, service was also great! The servers were dressed in old western gear from that era. You feel like you're back in the 1800. From the piano against the wall to the decor. I highly recommend going inside.

Gabriel B.

If you want ice cold beer, awesome service, and a western vibe this is the place! Certified bussin!

Michael C.

And I think we almost missed this one. We were so tired after walking all day and had gone back to the hotel room but we were starving. So we were going to order pizza from another place but and I saw the reviews for this place and figured we could walk back over and grab a quick dinner . The place was popping when we came in, we were seated buy a lovely waitress wearing purple caberet outfit. She was a little older, but a firecracker. Could have been kate herself for all I know. As we were deciding what to eat, we noticed people getting their pictures taken and the nice waitress said it was free all you had to do was ask. So we at the best pastrami sandwiches I have had in a long time and don't forget the home made buttermilk ranch! Afterwords she flagged down a bean stalk of a man who happily took our photos and had wonderful ideas and suggestions to take the best pics we had to tip him 5 bucks because he really was a kind person. Overall make this a must do if nothing else for the atmosphere and the outfits.

Kim H.

What a fun bar in Tombstone! I loved the decor and all the staff is dressed like they did way back when. I had the Philly cheese steak and it was quite yummy. I had their margarita and it was sooo good!

Ruth C.

Big Nose Kate's is a fun place! The bar and flooring on one half of the bar are the originals. They did a great job restoring everything (there was a fire that took out the top floor of the old Grand Hotel). You can sit for hours and take in the pictures and memorabilia (we did haha). There's a gift shop down stairs near the old mine shaft (they're pretty expensive but it's a neat shop.) We were there for an early dinner. The big 24oz "Big Ass Beer" is only $10! I had the Tombstone Tea (basically an spiked Arnold Palmer - very good!). We shared a burger. It was big! Well cooked and plenty of fries. It was karaoke night. We didn't participate but there were some "regulars" who sang. Very entertaining!

Seth C.

Big Nose Kate's is a place I stop at every time I'm in Tombstone. The service has been great every visit I've had, the drinks are good and cheap. Between the live music and the old historic vibe, I think it's one of the coolest experiences in town! The history behind the place is also really interesting. It's the second-oldest restaurant in Arizona and opened in 1880. The building used to be the Grand Hotel before it burned down in 1882 & was rebuilt, and there's a lot of history connected to it. The food isn't luxury dining, but I've never been disappointed with a burger or sandwich with some onion rings (really tasty btw). My girlfriend also loves the Macho Nachos. Overall it's just a fun spot with good prices, good service, and a Wild West-sized load of character

Big Nose Kate's Saloon was so awesome! The waitresses were amazing, and there's a guy who works there taking FREE Western photos. He'll do all kinds of poses and lets you use his props, too. He was probably the most awesome human we came across all day! The food was really good, and their ranch dressing is honestly the best I've ever had. We had such a great experience and will definitely be returning!

Stick 'Em Up, Thirsty Traveler
Pawnee Rick T.

I'd have to say that if for no reason other than atmosphere alone, Big Nose Kate's Saloon earns its five stars! Even on a Tuesday afternoon in mid-April, this joint was bustling with live music, servers rushing about in their period costumes, and the chatter of happy patrons enjoying themselves and taking it all in. Whether a lover of frontier history, western cinema, or just plain ol' drinking in a genuine saloon, Big Nose Kate's screams, "WELCOME TO THE TOWN TOO TOUGH TO DIE!" Upon entering, our party was seated in a raised section above the main floor near the front windows. It was an excellent spot to see all the action (including a monitor playing the movie Tombstone, BTW) as we perused the menu of appetizers, entrees, and libations. The selection of specialty drinks was impressive, though I opted for a simple "Big Ass" draft pilsner (flavorful and locally brewed). My wife did order a Cowboy Sangria - and it appears wimpy drinks "don't go around here, Law Dog," because she thought it was good but a bit too strong. I actually had to finish it for her. (Such a chivalrous sacrifice!) But don't assume that Kate's is just a drinking establishment; there's quite a variety of eats, as well. Good-sized, tasty looking burgers and sandwiches passed by our table, which were tempting; however, not being overly hungry, we decided to sample a few of their appetizers as we moved on to another round of beers. The Buffalo Wings were good but nothing really special. The Soft Pretzel Basket - actually one HUGE pretzel served with cheese and mustard sauces - was warm, salty, and much bigger than anyone anticipated. It was enjoyed by our entire table. When visiting, don't neglect a trip to the gift shop, which can be accessed from a spiral staircase right in the center of the dining area. Their menu recounts that a part of this underground area was once the abode of the saloon's swamper, and you can even view his living cubby and mining tunnel when below. Of course, there's lots of branded swag available for sale down there, too! Big Nose Kate's Saloon is a must-see stop for Tombstone visitors. Priced aren't exorbitant, portions are generous, and the food and drinks are pretty darned good, as was evident from the satisfied looks of the diners and drinkers around us . You may even be approached by Steve, who offers FREE photos (from your personal camera or phone) with props and piano-top poses - now how can you beat that value? Make it a point to come on in, belly up to the bar, and enjoy the saloon's hospitality.

Smothered fries
Penny R.

Fun touristy place for lunch or dinner. We sat at the bar and got the feel of the place.... Lively servers and "entertainment " everywhere. Smothered fries hit the spot for a snack. Went really well with the Bloody Mary we had to drink! Bartender was friendly and did not hesitate to offer a double shot!!! Definitely worth the stop for some local charm and laughs.

Building Exterior on Historic Allen Street
Steve D.

This saloon on historic Allen Street in Tombstone served up a beautiful dining area, great service from the wait staff (in historic attire), live music, great food, reasonable prices and a full bar. Step downstairs to see the gift shop and the former janitor's mineshaft entrance. My Curly Bill's brisket dinner was served with a smile just 10 minutes after I ordered at the table. Everything was delicious, including the lean brisket and warm cornbread. Unfortunately, I was overcharged ($21.99) versus the prices posted online ($19.99) - not cool.

Pretty good burger
Kurt P.

We regularly take out-of-town visitors to Tombstone, and when we do we always have lunch at Big Nose Kate's. Love the decor, the wait staff in period costumes, the live music, and they don't gouge you for the price of food. Their burgers (see photo) really are pretty good though you can only get them cooked well-done. You often see the actors for the shootout having lunch in here or coming in to stir up some business for the re-enactment. Do visit the gift shop downstairs, they have nice postcards, etc. This place does get busy, so if you visit in peak season you may want to come in during off-hours so you don't have to wait for a table.

Joy S.

Our early evening meal here was enjoyable. The menu explains the history of the place and the building. It looks like they were setting up for some live music later in the evening. Our server was friendly and checked in on us regularly. We got three sandwiches. One was a burger with a side salad, one the pastrami with a side salad, and a Reuben with an upgrade to onion rings. The food all tasted good. I would recommend that the kitchen makes sure the side salads are the same size. Our table had two and one was significantly smaller than the other. And we didn't get many onion rings for the additional charge of the upgrade. The meat was all tender. I would've preferred sourdough for my bread, but what they came on was ok. Overall, it was still an enjoyable meal.

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Traci D.

We popped in Tombstone just after 5. Most shops close about 5, leaving just a few restaurants/bars open. We parked in a lot off of the main street, and walked our way in. We made our way to Big Nose Kate's, and we were seated. There is plenty to look at in this restaurant. Our server came and took our drink orders. A few of us in our party ordered food. The food came out quickly and it looked delicious. The server kept our glasses full. There a few spots in the restaurant where live music can be played, but we didn't have any of that on this visit. I have seen it on previous visits. It's a spot we'd come back to.

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Awesome service and the food was great. visited twice during our stay. Be sure to check out the gift shop downstairs.

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I see that you have a Beyond Meat burger on your menu - that is great! I was wondering if the Beyond Meat patty can be subbed instead of the meat on any of the other style burgers? If it is subbed is there extra cost or straight across sub?

Is Kate's pet friendly?

I would say the answer to that question is NO. I have never seen any pets in all the times I've eaten there. There is a back patio, and if pets are allowed then this would be the only place, but you have to go through the restaurant to enter it.

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July 4th, 2026 was my first time inside this place. Why did it take so long?…read more I was in town with my dog-loving, beer-drinking friend. Another local recommended this place as it's dog-friendly. So we walked on in, were greeted right away, and sat upstairs on the patio. The patio provided perfect view of Allen street below. The bar area and first floor dining area were busy and we were relieved that the patio was quieter and less chaotic. Jennifer was our server and she took good care of us. She got our dogs a bowl of water as soon as we sat at a corner table. We were hungry. My friend had Nacho fries and I had a chicken taco salad. My salad was the only disappointing thing about our visit today. The chicken was minimal and there were no beans at all. The menu does not mention beans, so this was my oversight. But who makes a taco salad without beans? The taco salad was missing more than just beans, though. The menu stated it also had cheddar cheese and sour cream. Both were missing. No wonder the salad was flavorless and underwhelming. I ate the entire thing, though, because I was very hungry and needed to eat something before drinking any beer later. I enjoyed the ambiance. Sitting outside with a view from above toward Allen Street is nice. I will make sure I will not order the taco salad next time. It was more like a lettuce salad: shredded lettuce thrown in a fried tortilla shell. Ambiance 5 Service 5 Food 2.5

I would love to be able to talk about their food, but I've gone multiple times and stood around…read morewatching the staff ignore my party for over 45 min without being greeted, let alone seated. Yes the staff looked over at us multiple times. They KNEW there were people waiting to even be acknowledged. There were multiple parties being ignored by the time we left and went to either Longhorn, or Big Nose Kate's, which greeted us immediately, and seated us quickly. When we left, at least one other party did as well asking where we were headed if we weren't waiting.

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