Helmed by James Beard Award finalist Rochelle Daniel, this sleek downtown restaurant dazzles with a seasonal menu that is as much about presentation as it is about taste. Dine on fresh-caught fish, prime cuts of meat, and handmade pastas for dinner or share hot and cold appetizers—don't miss the roasted bone marrow—over cocktails or a glass of wine at the bar. The chef also offers an eight-course tasting menu with 24-hours’ notice.

From left: A Cosmic Cottage suite at Flagstaff's newly renovated High Country Motor Lodge; the Old Ryder, a graham-cracker infused whiskey sour, at Atria.

Kick back with a craft cocktail in the pastel-hued, light-filled dining room of Atria, an American fare restaurant helmed by Food Network "Chopped: Grill Masters" finalist and renowned chef Rochelle Daniel. She whips up seasonally inspired dishes such as ricotta and huckleberry tortellini or coal-roasted beets as appetizers, a lemon- and caper-dressed chicken for an entrée and rum cake or lemon curd for dessert. Perhaps an Amaro Nonino or a Fernet-Branca as a digestif to conclude the evening?

The meal presentations are just as breathtaking as the restaurant space itself at Atria. Here, an appetite is satisfied through multiple senses; the bright, open space of the upscale interior; the aroma of farm-to-table ingredients; the sizzling of culinary masterpieces being created; and the taste of a divine bite. Along with a variety of modern fine dining options, Atria offers a curated wine selection and decadent desserts (some of which deceptively look like real fruit).

Atria features a contemporary yet comfortable space, adorned with white brick walls and cozy banquettes in soft hues of teal and rose. Renowned chef Rochelle Daniel, a James Beard nominee, creates a symphony of flavors applied to contemporary American dishes. Their team is on a mission to delight Flagstaff residents and passers through with tasty, straightforward dishes that pay homage to the bounty of farm-fresh ingredients accessible across Northern Arizona.

Helmed by noteworthy chef Rochelle Daniel, downtown Flagstaff’s Atria is the newest restaurant on this list. Daniel is a celebrated Arizona chef who first made a name for herself at acclaimed restaurants like L’Auberge de Sedona’s Cress on Oak Creek and Fat Ox in metro Phoenix. She’s also appeared on the Food Network’s “Chopped.” Daniel was even nominated for an impressive 2022 James Beard Best Chef: Southwest during Atria’s first year in business.

Atria serves straightforward food that showcases the wide variety of farm-fresh foods grown across Northern Arizona. Their executive Chef, Rochelle Daniel, was a finalist on the Food Network’s “Chopped Grill Masters”and has been recognized as one of the Valley’s “Top 5 Sous Chefs” by the Arizona Republic. Rochelle’s Winter Menu has a couple fine dining vegan and vegetarian options that are sure to have you coming back for more!.

As a fellow Celiac, a few more great fancier options are Atria, which has been delicious and Josephines, lovely patio and great brunch. Also I want to add the new beer garden at Dark Sky, Atmospheres, has gluten free fried food (safe, I believe only fried items are gf) they are doing true gastro pub type fare and it's the only place I have gotten fried cheese curds since my body tried to start destroying itself.

Notable chef Rochelle Daniel — she’s appeared on the Food Network and worked at both L’Auberge de Sedona and Scottsdale’s acclaimed Italian restaurant Fat Ox — opened her own restaurant in Flagstaff last year. Atria aims to showcase local ingredients from Northern Arizona, and menus change seasonally. Dive into hearty, inventive fare like Sonoma duck and coal-roasted beets in a light-filled, modern dining room.

Flagstaff has hit a new, upscale dining note with Atria, a posh hotspot in the heart of downtown with exquisitely plated dishes from James Beard Award-nominated chef and owner (and Phoenix native) Rochelle Daniel. Indulge in sumptuous roasted bone marrow, savory smoked short ribs with Bordelaise, beef tartare with ramp foam and coal-roasted beets that sing with smoke. But, oh boy, the oysters!

Atria, acclaimed as the best restaurant in Scottsdale, offers an outstanding experience with excellent cuisine, service, and ambiance. Choose from a diverse menu including oysters, bone marrow, rabbit orecchiette, and ribeye, and savor surprising flavors and satisfaction. Chef Rochelle, with a visionary approach, is a creative and remarkable presence.

Partner and Executive Chef Rochelle Daniel opened up Atria in December, and it’s already a favorite amongst locals. At 36 years old, she has quite an impressive resume, and Daniel was a finalist on the Food Network’s “Chopped” television show, and she was the Executive Chef at the popular “Fat Ox” in Scottsdale and “L’Auberge de Sedona.

For dinner, don’t miss Atria, helmed by co-owner and chef Rochelle Daniel, a 2022 James Beard Award semifinalist. The newest addition to the Flag dining scene, you’ll find a thoughtful wine list and spectacular craft cocktails. Atria even uses housemade syrups and bitters, such as a signature spruce and pine infusion.

If you are looking for restaurants in downtown Flagstaff, Atria comes highly recommended. The craft cocktails and modern farm-fresh and American-inspired cuisine draw dinnertime diners Tuesdays through Saturdays. Enjoy their seasonal menu showcasing the finest local produce, seafood, steaks and ingredients.

Food dishes that almost look too good to eat, Atria showcases seasonal modern American fare at the hands of Chef Rochelle Daniel. Another incredible restaurant that uses farm-fresh, local ingredients. Atria has menu items like grilled oysters, ricotta tortellini, and family rum cake.

For that special upscale dining experience, try one of downtown’s newest hotspots. Warm and attractive, Atria is a chef-driven modern American establishment using farm-fresh ingredients. The open kitchen design connects guests to the food being prepared and beautifully plated.

Atria: I had a wonderful dinner by James Beard nominated Chef Rochelle Daniel. She features farm-fresh foods grown across Northern Arizona. I had the perfect roasted beet salad, salmon and chocolate hazelnut gelato.

Atria is Flagstaff’s new home for farm-fresh modern American fare, craft cocktails and more. Atria is Flagstaff’s new home for farm-fresh modern American fare, craft cocktails and more.

- Rating: 4.5/5 (75 reviews)- Price level: $$$- Address: 103 N Leroux St Flagstaff, AZ 86001- Categories: Seafood, American (Traditional), Cocktail Bars- Read more on Yelp

Atria: Similar to Brix, Atria also offers upscale food with a flair for deconstructed food, so if you and your party are more adventurous, be sure to check out Atria.