Desert Botanical Garden will welcome a new food and beverage destination this fall with the opening of Quail House Coffee & Creamery.
Located in a newly built space just past the admissions gate, Quail House will offer coffee, tea, gelato and grab-and-go bites and a menu created by acclaimed Arizona chef and restaurateur Mark Tarbell.
Designed for guests on the go or those looking to linger a little longer, Quail House offers an inviting stop for breakfast, lunch or an afternoon treat while exploring one of the Valley’s most iconic destinations for Garden guests throughout the day. It will be designed as a welcoming place to pause, gather and enjoy the beauty of the desert, adding another layer to the Garden’s evolving visitor experience.
The project was made possible through generous support from the T.W. Lewis Foundation, whose longtime commitment to the Garden has helped bring many new amenities and experiences to life for visitors.
“We are deeply grateful to the T.W. Lewis Foundation for helping make Quail House Coffee & Creamery possible,” said Chris Kline, President and CEO of Desert Botanical Garden. “This new space gives guests another reason to slow down, stay longer and enjoy the Garden in a new way. It also reflects our commitment to creating thoughtful, memorable experiences that bring people together in the desert.”
Quail House will be operated in partnership with Tarbell, who took the helm of Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s and Patio Café in 2025. A James Beard Award nominee, Iron Chef America winner and one of Arizona’s most celebrated culinary innovators, Tarbell brings nearly four decades of hospitality experience and a passion for fresh, ingredient-driven cuisine to the concept.
“After a stroll through the Garden, Quail House is designed to be that happy pause in the day, a welcoming, relaxed gathering spot where great moments unfold over delicious bites, sweet treats and coffee,” says Tarbell. “We’ve created a place that feels uniquely Arizona. Quail House is all about simple joys, good company and making the most of this beautiful destination.”
The name Quail House pays tribute to one of the Garden’s beloved desert residents and celebrates the unique beauty, character and life of the Sonoran Desert.
Additional details about Quail House Coffee & Creamery’s formal opening date, menu and more will be announced soon.
