Diane L.
1/7/2026
Our first visit to Essence will not be our last. We walked in and greeted warmly by several people. While waiting for a table several servers asked if we wanted something from the bar. Even though...
Essence Kitchen + Bar
$$
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(350)
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1021 N State Route 89 Ste 104
Chino Valley, AZ 86323
Essence Kitchen + Bar is a community-focused restaurant in Chino Valley, AZ, run by husband and wife team Jason and Julia. With a commitment to nurturing creativity, their seasonal menu features both classic favorites and innovative dishes made with the freshest ingredients.
Driven by their passion for food and hospitality, Jason, the Executive Chef, and Julia, the Specialty Coordinator, have realized their lifelong dream of opening a restaurant in Julia's hometown. Essence aims to share their culinary talents while feeding the community, one plate at a time.
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4.5(350)
Karen K.
10/18/2025
We arrived for a late lunch, several customers but not packed. The Hostess took several calls for reservations having to turn people away because they were already booked for the night, IMPRESSIVE...
Lana K.
1/19/2026
Everything was excellent! The minute we walked in and the ambience, the service, the food, the temperature of the food, the quality of the food. Need I say more? No! Just go and see for yourself!...
Fireflygirl 7.
1/11/2026
It is a wonderful restaurant with attentive, caring staff. Food is great, really great. Atmosphere is lovely. The only downside is the music, and not the music itself--the loudness of it. It...
anu a.
8/23/2025
Stumbled upon this place while driving through Chino. Had the lobster bisque, artichoke dip, beet salad, and paniolo burger. All were delish and service was great.
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