A True Western Dining Experience!
Since 1983, Dirtwater Springs has been serving up hearty meals and warm hospitality in the heart of Apache Junction. Step inside and you’ll be greeted by rustic plank floors, brass bar fixtures, and antique décor that transport you straight into the Old West. It’s more than just a restaurant — it’s a gathering place where locals and travelers alike come together for good food, good friends, and good times.
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Wild West Friday, February 27th
Food specials all day: BBQ Roast Beef Sandwiches, Cowboy Loaded Fries, Chuck Wagon Bread Bowl Chili, Half Pound Chili Dogs! Western photos and costumes: 11:30 am – 7:30 pm. Roping activities throughout the day. Karaoke 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm!
Please note that our credit card processor is now processing all of the credit card transactions that happened over the weekend of February 6th – February 9th. This is a direct result of their nationwide outage, that they have just now corrected. Your bank should be aware of the situation related to the Bridgepay outage.
Upcoming Events
Classic Rock, Jazz, Country, Rhythm & Blues, Oldies, 50's thru 80's
Mark performs engaging and easy to listen to acoustic/vocal renditions of familiar classic rock, folk-rock and singer/songwriter music. He adds in some less well-known but memorable numbers by popular artists. Mark lives on the border of Apache Junction and Mesa with his wife Brenda.
David Shepherd Grossman has been performing for many years. Named Best Troubadour by Phoenix New Times Magazine and Best Folk Artist by The Arizona Republic, David is known both for his songwriting and interpretation of other artist's songs. He will be playing tonight 5-8pm. Come out to hear him play!
Phil played professionally while he was at Texas A&M for about four years in various venues to include restaurants and bars. He is a 20 year Air Force fighter pilot/combat pilot (Desert Storm) retiree and former F – 16 squadron commander.
Phil has done many open mic/jam sessions over the last few years and have managed to get a few gigs, including here at DirtWater Springs. He plays a little bit of everything, from old Time rock ‘n’ roll to more modern rock, country, western, folk, and original songs.
Harry McGraw and his band mates have been playing live music throughout the Valley for decades. Harry McGraw is known for his soulful guitar licks and and smooth vocals. The band includes Joe Schofield on bass guitar.
The Harry McGraw Band plays a variety of songs from the blues and classic rock genres. The band has been steadily working and building their fan base. Capable of sustaining both a listening and a dancing crowd, this duo is an asset to any establishment or private party.
Brian Starck is a local musician who has played in the East Valley since 2010. Originally from the suburbs of Washington DC, Starck and his wife settled in Gold Canyon. He has played at numerous festivals in Marfa Tx, PieTown N Mexico and was the co- producer of the John Denver Tribute of the Superstitions in AJ from 2019-2023. Join him tonight on the patio from 4-7pm for an eclectic show of FolkMusic and songs you forgot you remembered .
John plays acoustic guitar.
Our trivia is a fast, phone-based game. Scan a QR code, join the game and answer questions on your phone, as fast as you can. After the trivia, we will play a card or a board game - something fast, easy and, most of all, fun!
Kick off your weekend the right way at DirtWater Springs, where Friday nights belong to Chloe and the mic. She brings the energy, the laughs, and just the right amount of friendly chaos to make every singer feel like a star.
Whether you’re belting out power ballads, tackling a country classic, or just cheering on the brave souls who do, Chloe keeps the vibe fun, welcoming, and absolutely unforgettable. Grab a drink, grab your friends, and grab the mic—it’s your time to shine every Friday night at Dirtwater Springs.
Live music!
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