Elvira’s at DC Ranch has introduced a new three-course summer prix fixe menu, priced at $49 per person, available on select days now through the end of August. The modern Mexican restaurant is also expanding its hours, adding daily dinner service starting Sept. 8.

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The seasonal menu was developed to reward year-round residents and celebrate the region’s culinary roots through bold, high-style dishes. Guests can select one dish from each of three curated courses.

“This menu was designed with our regulars in mind,” said Tom Kaufman, owner of Kaufman Hospitality. “Arizona summers can be brutal, and we wanted to offer something special for the people who continue to support us.”

Executive Chef Christopher George crafted the menu to reflect soulful, story-driven cuisine rooted in Latin flavors. The dishes blend classic techniques with modern presentation, showcasing locally inspired ingredients and bold textures.

Summer Prix Fixe Menu — $49 per person
Available Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through the month of August. Excludes tax & gratuity

First Course (Choose one):

  • Roasted Cauliflower with chipotle cream, pepitas and togarashi
  • 72-Hour Wagyu Short Rib Quesadilla with jalapeño aioli, scallions, cotija and pickled onion
  • Heirloom Tomato & Watermelon Salad with queso fresco, mint, tajin pepitas, lime vinaigrette
  • Filet Mignon Alambres with sesame leaf, red onion escabeche, thai basil, serrano chili oil

Main Course (Choose one):

  • Filet de Res “Chemita” with jalapeño mash, roasted jalapeño, asparagus and house demi-glace
  • Grilled Prime Flank Steak with grilled panela, diced nopales, tomato, cilantro and lime
  • Ahi Tuna Tostada with guacamole, pickled red onion, mirepoix and serrano
  • Tequila Misoyaki Glazed Cod with yam purée, Arizona citrus salad and baby vegetables

Dessert (Choose one):

  • Donitas de Churro with agave caramel, cinnamon and spiced Mexican chocolate
  • Trío de Sorbetes (seasonal selection)

“This year’s menu digs even deeper into our culinary identity,” George said. “From the agua chile on the burrata salad to the serrano-spiced tuna tostada, each dish tells a story. It’s soulful, celebratory and a little surprising—just like summer in Scottsdale.”

Beginning Sept. 8, Elvira’s will expand dinner service to seven nights a week, from 5 to 10 p.m. Previously, the restaurant operated five nights per week.

“We took our time to get everything right,” Kaufman said. “Now, we’re ready to welcome guests every day with the same attention to detail—whether it’s a weekday unwind or a Saturday celebration.”

Elvira’s is known for its upscale interpretation of Mexican cuisine, set against a backdrop of jewel-toned interiors, candlelit ambiance and artistic flourishes. One recent diner described the experience as “upscale, artistic, and truly unique for Mexican cuisine in Scottsdale.”

Reservations can be made at www.elvirasdcranch.com or by calling (480) 306-6780. Follow @elvirasdcranch on Instagram for seasonal updates and specials.