Bullpen Grill and Watering Hole — Restaurant in Camp Verde

We are always anxious to try out new restaurants in the Verde Valley. I'm kind of a foodie and music lover, so if I see a "sauce' on anything and a live band, I am all in. And I do understand about a new opening and ironing out the kinks. That being said, here are some constructive comments for continued success at The Bullpen. We arrived at 515pm on St Patrick's Day. Guinness Corned Beef and Cabbage was advertised on line and the lighted board sign inside was up. As we sat down and ordered, not before, we were told they were OUT of corned beef!!! The band was great but a half hr late. We ordered our second choice Beef Short Rib with Demi Glaze, mashed potatoes, and tricolor carrots. Rib was great, too little glaze for rib plus potatoes ( a tiny bit too lumpy for me) and the baby carrots were too few and not tricolor but fresh and delicious. The serving plate was very big and a nice one, but there needed to be more carrots and glaze and maybe a bit of parsley sprinkles for color and proportion and taste. They said they did not have bread because it was really " just a bar." Brownie /Gelato dessert was yummy. I had to put 5 creamers in coffee and it barely changed the color, but must have been just strong good coffee because it tasted ok afterwards, not burned. Wait staff was very personable. We live 35 minutes away, but we will be back and will recommend it. Best...

A Must-Try in Camp Verde!

I had the pleasure of being one of the first guests at Bullpen Grill and Watering Hole, and wow—this place is a game-changer for Camp Verde! The moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm, upscale-yet-cozy atmosphere that blends high-end dining with a laid-back country charm.

The food? Absolutely phenomenal. Every dish is crafted with attention to detail, from perfectly cooked steaks to inventive gastropub-style appetizers that you won’t find anywhere else in town. Their burger is next-level, and the locally sourced ingredients shine through in every bite.

The bar program is just as impressive. Whether you're into craft cocktails, premium spirits, or a thoughtfully curated wine list, they have something for every taste. The bartenders clearly know their craft, making the experience feel both polished and personal.

The service was top-notch—attentive, friendly, and genuinely excited about what they’re bringing to the community. It’s rare to find a spot that nails great food, an elevated bar, and outstanding service, but Bullpen does just that.

I’m so excited for them to officially open on February 10th—this is exactly what Camp Verde needed! Whether you’re a local or just passing through, make sure to check this place out. Five stars...

My husband and I went in for an early dinner tonight. We had the popcorn crawfish tails with chipotle ranch as an appetizer. I had one of the specials for the evening . It was the blackened Cajun salmon with garlic mashed potatoes. And my husband had the blackened New York strip with Cajun butter and garlic mashed potatoes. The food was absolutely amazing. I was pleasantly surprised on how good the food was prepared .. we were greeted by the hostess as soon as we entered the restaurant and she seated us. Our server met us at the table to take our drink order. Our server was Will . He was a very good server. I’ve been in the food and beverage industry for 35 years . It was so nice to have a server that was so attentive to all of our needs. Although we did not have many, because he was on top of everything. I introduced myself to the manager, Nicole she was very friendly as well. We were fortunate enough to be able to meet the owner Andy. He came over to our table and introduced himself and to check on the quality of the food and the service. I give my five star review on this new ownership for this restaurant. We will definitely be back and we will share the good news with our friends. God bless you Bullpen Watering Hole and we hope the absolute best for your...