Hard for a place like this one to live up to the hype but they do. We sat outside, which arguably this time of year in Phoenix is amazing. The patio is really beautiful, clean, comfortable chairs and lots of pretty flowers blooming.
Two of us arrived and the waitress immediately came over to greet us after having been promptly seated by the hostess. We told her we were waiting for one more guest and ordered bottomless mimosa's. The yummy drinks arrived promptly and we were refilled before our other guest arrived 10 minutes later. We arrived at 935 and the patio was close to full. So, if you are coming for Sunday Brunch, come when they open, 930, if you want a seat outside. The place was very full in and out when we left. And yes, they do have free valet parking.
We ordered the green chili corn bread as an appetizer, it was tasty, moist (hate that word) and delicious.
We ordered our brunch meals, one order of eggs benedict and two orders of chilaquiles. It took a long time for the food to arrive (30 minutes) but no matter, we were chatting away, enjoying the day and they were keeping our drinks full.
The food arrived, the Chiliaquilas (that may be spelled wrong) were outstanding. Picture a mexican style lasagna, packed with shredded chicken, cheeses, chilis and the noodles are corn tortillas. Topped with a wonderful pico de gallo sauce and served on a plate with 1/2 red and 1/2 green sauce. Truly a taste sensation. We saw other food coming out of the kitchen and everything looked really yummy. The eggs benedict was served with a generous portion of fresh fruit and was also yummy and well prepared.
Bill came shortly after our plates were cleared but the very pleasant server advised us to sit as long as we wanted and enjoy the mimosas refills and the beautiful weather. We were at Chelsea's more than 2 hours and had a really smashing time.
Don't come here if you are looking for cheap prices, it isn't outrageous but our brunch did end up costing 97$ for 3 people. Lots of drinks and great food and an appetizer. I can't afford to spend every weekend at Chelsea's during the beautiful spring weather but I sure wish I could! Great place!