Flagstaff locals have spoken. From an artisan mead hall on Historic Route 66 to a flatbread pizza den in the heart of downtown, the city’s best food and drink spots earned their Diamond Awards through real community votes on Voted Number One. This guide breaks down every winner across the Food & Drink categories, ranked by vote count, so you know exactly where to eat and drink next in Flagstaff.
Here’s what you’ll find:
- The top-voted brewery, winery, and distillery in Flagstaff
- The best pizza restaurant locals keep coming back to
- A beloved coffee shop with over three decades of community roots
- The bar and pub that earned Diamond status in a competitive field
The final word belongs to the community.
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Flagstaff Food & Drink Diamond Voted Number One Winners
| Business | Category | Award | Address | Signature Experience | What Makes Them Unique |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drinking Horn Meadery | Brewery/Winery/Distillery | Diamond | 108 E Route 66, Flagstaff, AZ | 15+ handcrafted mead varieties | Flagstaff’s first and only meadery; no sulfites or preservatives |
| Urban Pine Eatery | Pizza Restaurant | Diamond | 23 E Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ | Handcrafted flatbread pizza with fresh ingredients | Voted Best New Restaurant 2025; 4.8/5 on TripAdvisor |
| Campus Coffee Bean | Coffee Shop | Diamond | 1800 S Milton Rd #24, Flagstaff, AZ | Espresso drinks, smoothies, breakfast and lunch | Locally owned and family operated for 30+ years |
| Historic Brewing Company | Bar/Pub | Diamond | 110 S San Francisco St, Flagstaff, AZ | 16 rotating craft taps and a cocktail lounge | Brews made on-site; gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian menu options |
Best Brewery/Winery/Distillery: Drinking Horn Meadery
The most-voted Food & Drink winner in Flagstaff, Drinking Horn Meadery earned its Diamond Award by doing something no other business in town does: turning local honey into handcrafted mead without sulfites or preservatives. Founded in 2017, it holds the title of Flagstaff’s first and only meadery, and it has built a loyal following of locals and visitors alike who return for its rotating lineup of 15+ mead varieties.
The Mead Hall sits right off Historic Route 66 in downtown Flagstaff, and the welcoming space hosts regular events and workshops on top of daily tastings. Whether you prefer a classic traditional mead or want to explore fruit-forward flavors, the knowledgeable staff guide you through every option. Bottles are available to go, and meads ship online for those who want to take Flagstaff home with them.
| Award | Diamond — Best Brewery/Winery/Distillery |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Milestone | Flagstaff’s first and only meadery |
| Signature Offering | 15+ handcrafted mead varieties |
| Made With | Local, raw honey; no sulfites or preservatives |
| Available | On-site mead hall, bottles to go, online shop |
| Events | Regular tastings, workshops, and community events |
| Atmosphere | Welcoming downtown mead hall off Historic Route 66 |
| Location | 108 E Route 66, Flagstaff, AZ |
| Online | drinkinghornmeadery.com |
Best Pizza Restaurant: Urban Pine Eatery
Sitting at 23 E Aspen Ave in the heart of downtown Flagstaff, Urban Pine Eatery earned its Diamond Award for Best Pizza Restaurant with a menu built around handcrafted flatbread pizzas, vibrant salads, subs, garlic knots, and fries. In 2025, the eatery was also recognized as Flagstaff’s Best New Restaurant, and with a 4.8/5 rating on TripAdvisor and 4.6 stars on Yelp across 116 reviews, community trust runs deep.
The space is as thoughtful as the food. A dog-friendly patio opens onto downtown, and the interior combines clean design with warm, cozy energy. Fresh ingredients and creative combinations define every dish, from their signature flatbreads to indulgent dessert options. Urban Pine is fast becoming a go-to lunch and dinner spot for residents who want quality food in a relaxed setting.
| Award | Diamond — Best Pizza Restaurant |
| Also Recognized As | Best New Restaurant of 2025 |
| Signature Menu | Handcrafted flatbread pizzas, salads, subs, garlic knots, fries, desserts |
| TripAdvisor Rating | 4.8 / 5 |
| Yelp Rating | 4.6 stars (116 reviews) |
| Atmosphere | Dog-friendly patio + spacious, design-forward interior |
| Ordering | Dine-in, patio seating, online ordering available |
| Great For | Casual lunch, dinner, group outings, post-adventure fuel |
| Location | 23 E Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ |
| Online | urbanpineeatery.com |
Best Coffee Shop: Campus Coffee Bean
Campus Coffee Bean has been part of Flagstaff’s daily routine for over 30 years. Locally owned and family operated, this community coffee shop at 1800 S Milton Rd has built its reputation not on trends, but on consistency, warmth, and a menu that covers the full arc of your day. Start the morning with espresso drinks, smoothies, and breakfast; return mid-day for lunch. The shop is open seven days a week from 7am to 3pm, making it a reliable anchor for students, locals, and anyone passing through.
The interior reflects the community it serves, with a colorful mural setting the tone for a cozy, welcoming environment. Campus Coffee Bean offers online ordering for in-store pickup and gift cards, keeping things accessible without losing its neighborhood-shop feel.
| Award | Diamond — Best Coffee Shop |
| Years in Flagstaff | 30+ |
| Ownership | Locally owned and family operated |
| Signature Drinks | Espresso drinks, lattes, smoothies, chai |
| Food Menu | Full breakfast and lunch menus |
| Atmosphere | Cozy neighborhood café with a colorful community mural |
| Ordering | In-store, online ordering for pickup, gift cards available |
| Great For | Morning coffee, working remotely, breakfast with friends |
| Location | 1800 S Milton Rd #24, Flagstaff, AZ |
| Online | campuscoffeebean.com |
Best Bar/Pub: Historic Brewing Company
Historic Brewing Company earned its Diamond Award for Best Bar/Pub with a downtown Flagstaff location that brings craft beer and craft cocktails together under one roof. The Historic Barrel House at 110 S San Francisco St features 16 rotating taps, a cocktail lounge, and a full kitchen with options for gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian guests. Live music runs every Friday from 6pm to 9pm, and the dog-friendly patio adds a welcoming outdoor option for any season.
The brewery also operates an Eastside Taproom, where you can watch the brewing process up close and taste small-batch beers you won’t find anywhere else. A Happy Hour from Monday through Thursday, 3pm to 6pm, brings $1 off draft pours, making it one of the most accessible craft beer experiences in Flagstaff.
| Award | Diamond — Best Bar/Pub |
| Rotating Taps | 16 craft beers, including small-batch exclusives |
| Also Offers | Full cocktail lounge and complete kitchen menu |
| Dietary Options | Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian menu items |
| Live Music | Every Friday, 6pm–9pm |
| Happy Hour | Mon–Thu, 3–6pm ($1 off all drafts) |
| Atmosphere | Dog-friendly indoor and outdoor patio in downtown Flagstaff |
| Locations | Downtown Flagstaff Barrel House + Eastside Taproom (brewery) |
| Great For | Craft beer flights, date night, live music evenings |
| Location | 110 S San Francisco St, Flagstaff, AZ |
| Online | historicbrewingcompany.com |
Conclusion
Flagstaff’s Food & Drink Diamond Award winners cover every occasion, whether you’re looking for a late afternoon mead flight on Route 66, a slice of handcrafted flatbread pizza downtown, a morning espresso from a community institution, or a cold craft pour with live music on a Friday night.
Drinking Horn Meadery leads the pack as the most-voted winner, offering an experience found nowhere else in the city. Urban Pine Eatery brings fresh, handcrafted flatbread pizza to a dog-friendly downtown patio. Campus Coffee Bean anchors the community with three decades of consistency, and Historic Brewing Company rounds things out with craft beer, cocktails, and live music in a competitive bar and pub field.
These four businesses earned their recognition from the people who know Flagstaff best: the locals who vote with both their feet and their voices.
Find More of Flagstaff’s Best Local Businesses on Voted Number One
Voted Number One is a community recognition platform built around a straightforward idea: the people who actually use local businesses are the best judges of which ones deserve recognition. Each year, businesses across Arizona are nominated and voted on by the communities they serve, creating a public, community-backed record of the shops, restaurants, and local places that real customers trust and return to.
Whether you’re searching for more highly rated local businesses in Flagstaff or want to see a local favorite earn its own Diamond Award, Voted Number One is where that recognition lives.
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Last updated: July 16, 2026
Sources:
- Drinking Horn Meadery official website: drinkinghornmeadery.com
- Urban Pine Eatery official website: urbanpineeatery.com
- Campus Coffee Bean official website: campuscoffeebean.com
- Historic Brewing Company official website: historicbrewingcompany.com
- Yelp listing: Urban Pine Eatery, Flagstaff, AZ
- TripAdvisor: Urban Pine Eatery, Flagstaff, Arizona
- Downtown Flagstaff Organization: downtownflagstaff.org
- Flagstaff Arizona Official Tourism: flagstaffarizona.org