
High Desert Market and Cafe
A multifaceted Bisbee gem offering homemade comfort food, delicious pastries, and a unique market experience.
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High Desert Market and Cafe
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A multifaceted Bisbee gem offering homemade comfort food, delicious pastries, and a unique market experience.
Visit for Daily Quiche
Try their daily quiche offerings, especially during brunch hours, for a fresh and flavorful experience.
Explore the Market
Browse the unique kitchen gadgets, gourmet foods, wine, beer, and gift items available in the attached market.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
American Cafe
Price
Mid-range
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

Homemade Comfort Food & Baked Goods
Enjoy genuine homemade food, from daily quiche to decadent cakes and pies, all served in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

Eclectic Market & Gift Shop
Beyond the cafe, explore a unique market offering kitchen gadgets, gourmet foods, wine, beer, and local crafts.

Dog-Friendly Outdoor Dining
Relax on the sunny, dog-friendly patio tables and enjoy your meal surrounded by charming Bisbee scenery.
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Visit for Daily Quiche
Try their daily quiche offerings, especially during brunch hours, for a fresh and flavorful experience.
Explore the Market
Browse the unique kitchen gadgets, gourmet foods, wine, beer, and gift items available in the attached market.
Order at the Counter
Order at the counter and they'll bring the food to your table. Pay at the end by telling them what you had.
Enjoy Patio Seating
Sit outside to admire the surroundings; the patio is dog-friendly and offers a pleasant dining experience.
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from all over the internet
Visit for Daily Quiche
Try their daily quiche offerings, especially during brunch hours, for a fresh and flavorful experience.
Explore the Market
Browse the unique kitchen gadgets, gourmet foods, wine, beer, and gift items available in the attached market.
Order at the Counter
Order at the counter and they'll bring the food to your table. Pay at the end by telling them what you had.
Enjoy Patio Seating
Sit outside to admire the surroundings; the patio is dog-friendly and offers a pleasant dining experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
High Desert Market and Cafe is celebrated for its genuine homemade food and delightful baked goods, with many praising the friendly service and unique market offerings. While some reviewers find the prices a bit high and question the freshness of certain items, the majority highlight the delicious flavors, generous portions, and overall positive dining experience, particularly the quiches and desserts.
"This place is genuine and delicious! From the homemade food to the lovely staff, who all took the time to truly connect."
Justine R
"This cafe is at the top end of the main drag, a short walk from the heart of downtown (10-20 minutes depending on your speed and resistance to distractions), which is a good thing because it has a selection of excellent fresh-baked goods, the calories for which you can prep for by walking up the gradual hill to get there, and some of which you can burn off by walking back down the hill. We enjoyed one of the daily quiche, which I chased with the delicious banana bread with chocolate chips, slathered with the warm butter that accompanied my generous slice. (See what I mean about walking up and down the hill? In fact, we walked farther up the hill before walking down, to burn off the butter). The cafe also has a small kitchen gadget shop with some unusual items (we found something we needed), a market with wine and gourmet foodstuffs, and an outdoor market next to the sunny but umbrellaed dog-friendly patio dining tables, with pottery, hats, and baskets. There is also shaded dining outside and plenty of tables inside. Recommended. YouTube’s Chef’s Apprentice"
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"We had a fantastic lunch today! The quiche my mom had was light and flavorful. My dad had the ham and Swiss and he gobbled it right up. My aunt had the hummus plate and it was huge! She enjoyed every bite. I had the fresh mozzarella and pesto focaccia and it was divine! Every bite was cheesy and yummy. We decided to get some desserts to go home because we were stuffed. The selection was hard to pick from because they all looked scrumptious! We will definitely come back next time we come back to Bisbee."
Robin Frates
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cafe is known for its genuine homemade food, particularly its daily quiche varieties, delicious sandwiches like pastrami and chicken, and scrumptious desserts such as carrot cake and banana bread.
Yes, they have outdoor seating options, including a dog-friendly patio, perfect for enjoying your meal in a pleasant atmosphere.
The establishment also features a market with unique kitchen gadgets, gourmet food items, wine, beer, and a gift shop with crafts and cosmetics.
You order at the counter, and the food is delivered to your table. Payment is made at the end by informing the cashier of your order.
Yes, the cafe offers vegan and vegetarian options, with dishes like a flavorful vegetarian pizza and a hummus plate being popular choices.
The cafe does not typically take reservations, but they can accommodate larger groups. It's advisable to arrive early on busy days.
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You’ll be glad you’re here when you order the flavor-busting Quiche du Jour, prepared with fresh ingredients. When paired with a salad, this standout dish leaves a lasting impression. You can also opt for bacon and Havarti quiche, sandwiches with a side salad, and vegan options.
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It gives an ever-changing menu that images the season’s best elements. Each recipe is a masterwork in its ownership. The lovely and artistic interior of the cafe counts to the dining experience, warming and inspiring surroundings.
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The scones at High Desert Market and Café could cause Europeans to weep with homesickness. The market also offers gourmet sandwiches, salads and handcrafted pizzas. All breads and pastries are baked fresh daily.
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