In 2015 Tucson as the first US city to be named a City of Gastronomy by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). Named foremost because of all of the Mexican food options. There are many other diverse eateries, as well, found near campus and downtown.
Abe's Place
Abe’s Place serves authentic dishes featuring staples of Mediterranean Middle Eastern cuisine. The recipes are true to old world tradition and are created fresh daily by hand.
Phone Number: (520) 499-2844
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Bianchi's Italian Restaurant
Cozy Italian eatery features hearty pizzas, calzones & pasta dishes for dine-in or takeout.
Phone Number: (520) 882-8500
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Blanco Tacos + Tequilla
Stylish Mexican eatery with vibrant decor serving traditional eats & a wide range of tequilas.
Phone Number: (520) 232-1007
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Brooklyn Pizza
What makes Brooklyn the best Tuscon pizza? Ingredients, family recipe, attention to detail.
Phone Number: (520) 622-6868
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BrushFire BBQ Company
Voted Best BBQ in Tuscon and Top Rated BBQ in America by The Huffington Post, BrushFire serves a variety of made from scratch BBQ sauces and slow cooked meats using Arizona grown Mesquite and Pecan hardwoods.
Phone Number: (520) 624-3223
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Café Poca Cosa
In Cafe Poca Cosa, chef/owner Suzana Davila has placed her imaginative Mexican cuisine within the lively confines of a truly upscale, yet casual, urban bistro setting. Reservations a must for dinner but very worth it.
Phone Number: (520) 622-6400
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Culinary Dropout
At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. From their famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue to braised pork ribs, enjoy food and drinks with entertainment from a local band.
Phone Number: (520) 203-0934
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Cup Café
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bar in historic hotel in dowtown Tucson. Homey indoor seating and beautiful outdoor patio seating.
Phone Number: (520) 798-1618
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Feast
Feast serves a seasonally appropriate menu, changing on the first Tuesday of every month, in order to offer the freshest ingredients possible at the height of their season!
Phone Number: (520) 326-9363
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Jimmy's Pita & Poke
Enjoy great tasting pitas, salads, poke bowls and iced tea at this locally owned business, serving the university area for over 16 years.
Phone Number: (520) 882-7482
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Miss Saigon
Voted best Vietnamese cuisine 11 years in a row, Miss Saigon only adapts Vietnamese delicacies to the American way of life.
Phone Number: (520) 884-4778
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Nook
Nook provides a hot spot for New American cuisine, dedicated to exceptional service and unmatched food and flavor. Serving locally sourced and exotic dishes, Nook offers something for everyone.
Phone Number: (520) 622-6665
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Pei Wei
Counter-serve Pan-Asian chain for health-conscious noodle & rice dishes & more.
Phone Number: (520) 884-7413
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Prep & Pastry
Food should be beautiful. Prep & Pastry only uses locally sourced ingredients to create their mouthwatering breakfast and lunch items. Don’t forget one of their beautiful cocktails to complete the dining experience!
Phone Number: (520) 326-7737
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1702
Enjoy a casual joint serving pizza slices & calzones, along with a sizable menu of craft beer on tap.
Phone Number: (520) 325-1702
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Sushi Garden
Japanese bar/restaurant with all-you-can-eat sushi, lunch buffets, happy hours in a relaxed setting.
Phone Number: (520) 326-4700
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The Drunken Chicken
The Drunken Chicken is not just another chicken and waffles spot. All of the chicken is antibiotics free, steriod free, hormone free and has never been frozen! You’ll find chicken served every possible way at this eatery.
Phone Number: (520) 617-0000
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The Dutch Eatery & Refuge
Airy, industrial restaurant with hearty American staples.
Phone Number: (520) 792-6684
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The Living Room Wine Café & Lounge
Every aspect of The Living Room is tailored to hit all the right notes. The signature open-air, welcoming environment features comfortable, social and soft seating both inside and on the outdoor patio. The staff selects all the wines and develops complementary dishes to ensure the highest quality for customers.
Phone Number: (520) 308-5591
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Time Market
Grocery store setting for grub such as pizza, subs, with an espresso bar and beer on tap too.
Phone Number: (520) 622-0761
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Trident Pizza Pub
Trident’s newest family member features brick-oven pizza, fresh toppings, gourmet salads, and killer sandwiches, plus craft and local beer, wine on tap, and a full bar. Family friendly sports bar atmosphere!
Phone Number: (520) 274-7068
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Tumerico
Enjoy made from scratch local Mexican food where the menu changes daily at Tumerico!
Phone Number: (520) 240-6947
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Guadalajara Original Grill
Inspired by her hometown, Emma Yolanda Vera opened her first Guadalajara location in Tucson, Arizona. This restaurant offers a wide variety of mouth-watering Mexican dishes that will convince you to return for more! They even offer fresh table-side salsa for evening guests, high-quality seafood and beef, handmade tortillas, and live mariachi entertainment every night!
Phone Number: (520) 323-1022
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Sinbad
Sinbad offers a variety of Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines that will be sure to satisfy your cravings with modern interpretations of classic dishes made with the freshest ingredients.
Phone Number: 520-623-4010
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Cup Cafe
Located in the historic Hotel Congress, Cup Cafe offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a selection of old-school desserts that will be sure to satisfy the sweetest tooth.
Phone Number: (520) 798-1618
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