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 Best of the wurst |
7854 East Wrightstown Road Tucson, AZ 85715 United States +1 520 721 2184 |
Bratwurst and knockwurst and weisswurst, oh my. If it comes in a casing, you'll find it here. You'll also find a full range of other German and Austrian specialties, each prepared with care in this country kitchen setting. There's even a Wurstsalat, a kind of knockwurst salad and another unusual appetizer called Sülze, which is diced meats suspended in aspic. The German-style potato salad gets raves from guests, as does the Black Forest Cake. German beers are the preferred way to wash down your meal. Polka music will put your toes to tapping. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Look for statue of El Toro |
6225 East Speedway Boulevard Tucson, AZ 85712 United States +1 520 886 5468 http://www.casamolina.com/ |
When it opened in 1947, this Tucson Mexican food tradition could only serve 16. Today, it has four locations in Tucson and a fifth near the border in Nogales. The main Speedway restaurant has three dining rooms and an outdoor patio, and is decorated in a traditional Mexican style with adobe walls and high-backed chairs. Sonoran specialties star on the menu and include many dishes made from Carne Seca. Full bar service is available in the dining room and in The Cantina. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The late,late night cafe |
2830 North Campbell Avenue Tucson, AZ 85719 United States +1 520 881 8070 |
Here is one of the few places in Tucson that remain open 24 hours every day. This is where students come after finishing term papers and where taxi drivers stop for late night/early morning coffee breaks. In fact, it really gets busy after 11p. The eatery is surrounded by a gift shop, clothing store and coffee roasting facility. It's a village setting with an artsy touch featuring paintings by local artists on the walls. The kitchen offers a variety of sandwiches, soups and salads. The chocolate mousse cake is absolutely outstanding. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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First-rate Sunday Brunch |
3800 East Sunrise Drive Tucson, AZ 85718-3302 United States +1 520 742 6000 |
During the week, Westin La Paloma Resort's bistro serves an appetizing array of European and American cafe cuisine. But it's the Sunday Brunch that really shines. In fact, it was chosen by Tucson Weekly readers as their Favorite. Add the panoramic view of the Catalina Mountains through soaring floor-to-ceiling windows, or from the patio, and any Sunday becomes a celebration here. The choices seem almost endless. Omelets, waffles, pastas and seafood stations, carved-to-order meats (roast beef, turkey, ham and lamb are just a few of the items on the ever-changing menu). Oh, and don't forget the decadent desserts. Then there's always the champagne. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Tucson culinary landmark |
311 North Court Avenue Tucson, AZ 85701 United States +1 520 622 1922 |
This legendary eatery is the foundation on which Tucson's dining scene was built, and it's a must-visit when you come to the Old Pueblo. All areas are decked out in brightly colored furnishings and authentic Mexican accessories. A festive, lively atmosphere pervades, and the huge menu features dishes that have been served here since it opened in 1922. Some specialties have been updated by Chef Carlotta Flores to appeal to modern tastes by lowering the fat content. Full bar service features more than 80 types of tequilas. Try them straight up, or in one of many margarita mixtures. Drinks run USD3 and up. Additional location at 6310 East Broadway Boulevard, at El Mercado Shops and Restaurants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big Italian food |
7865 East Broadway Boulevard Tucson, AZ 85710 United States +1 520 290 8380 http://geocities.com/gavi_ital... |
For years, Tucsonans on the east side have enjoyed the filling and flavorful Italian fare put out by this comfortable, casual eatery. There's nothing fancy about the place, unless you consider the sport jerseys on the ceiling as fashionable flair, but the portions are huge and the service is accommodating. Choose from a full range of pastas, pork, veal, chicken and seafood dishes, priced from around. Add a glass of wine or a beer and you'll have a satisfying, though possibly over-satiating meal. A children's section of the menu includes tasty options for the tikes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Family friendly Asian dining |
4704 East Sunrise Drive (Southeast corner of Sunrise and Swan Safeway Shopping Center) Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 299 8088 http://www.goldendragonrest.com/ |
This spacious Chinese eatery in Tucson's tony Foothills neighborhood serves above-average fare compared to the otherwise mediocre Cantonese/Szechuan restaurant scene of Tucson. The service staff here can be occasionally inattentive, but are always friendly when spoken to. The dragon is the theme here, red is the color and both are pervasive. A huge photograph of the Great Wall pretty much dominates the scene. The menu runs the gamut: Chow Mein, beef, chicken and pork in usual variations and different degrees of spiciness. The Warr Wonton Soup stands out as being particularly tasty. Chinese and domestic beers are available. Other locations: 6433 North Oracle Road; phone: +1 520 297 1862 6166 East Speedway Blvd; phone: +1 520 512 1922 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Satisfying Sonoran-style Mexican |
1830 South 4th Avenue Tucson, AZ 85713 United States +1 520 792 1585 |
For more than a half-century, this Tucson Mexican marvel, situated inside an impressive territorial-style building with a comfortable and casual Mexican interior, has been operated by generations of a single family. So you know that when you visit, you're going to be welcomed and treated like family. A large and inexpensive menu features all of your favorite south-of-the-border specialties, and the hand-mixed margaritas make a great go-along. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food and fun for the family |
4825 North Sabino Canyon Road Tucson, AZ 85750 United States +1 520 299 4941 http://www.hiddenvalleyinntuc.com |
On the way to or from Sabino Canyon, be sure to stop in at this Wild West-themed restaurant and saloon for lunch, dinner or dancing. Call for information on The Crystal Palace Review, the restaurant's musical dinner theater. One of the restaurant's most interesting features is its hallway of animated wood carvings that depict Old West scenes. The Hayloft Dining Room serves up sandwiches, steaks, ribs and seafood in a fun, family-oriented atmosphere. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dine amidst Sonoran desert splendor |
2021 North Kinney Road Tucson, AZ 85743 United States +1 520 883 1380 http://desertmuseum.org/brunch... |
The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum's quick-service cafe is a relaxing respite from your tour of this delightful desert habitat. The setting is peaceful and picturesque and the service is friendly. The restaurant features made-to-order sandwiches and salads, plus a few Southwestern entrée specialties. Children's choices are also offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Define a Cucurucho |
5252 South Mission Road (Irvington and Mission) Tucson, AZ 85746 United States +1 520 883 0311 |
In the same location since 1949, this family-run restaurant has been under the current ownership since the late 1970s. This comfortable, casual spot focuses on hearty-healthy choices and offers more than 150 menu options. The house specialty, Cucuruchos, are flour tortilla cones filled with your choice of chicken, beans or green or red chile beef with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and guacamole, an ice-cream cone-like entree. Other popular items are their Gorditas (thick corn cakes) and Barbacoa (the Mexican version of barbecue). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One Mag-nificent pizza place |
105 South Houghton Road Broadway and Houghton, Suite 149 Tucson, AZ 85748 United States +1 520 751 9949 http://www.magpiespizza.com |
This playful pizza place, with five locations across Tucson, has been voted Best of Tucson for 11 years running. Concentrating on New York style and specialty pizzas and Calzones available for dine-in, take-out, delivery or take and bake, it's all true Italian fare here. Lighter, low fat options are also available. Both pizzas and Calzones are offered as 'build-your-owns' to let you customize your toppings and fillings to your own preference. Salads, bread sticks, soft drinks and desserts round out your meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A local favorite for decades |
6011 North Oracle Road Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 297 8341 http://www.lasmargaritasinc.com/ |
Mike and Tillie Valle and daughters, Christina and Teresa, have been welcoming Tucsonans and visitors to their friendly, family-oriented Mexican restaurants since 1980. The Oracle Road location, now run by Teresa, is a great place to stop for a bite when shopping at the Tucson Mall. House specialties include fajitas, Carne Seca, Chiles Rellenos, and Camarones Rancheros (shrimp sautéed with chiles, tomatoes, onions and cilantro). Full bar service includes the restaurant's namesake, margaritas, and a special house-recipe Sangría. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ribs and steaks, totally tender |
2851 West Valencia Road Tucson, AZ 85746 United States +1 520 578 5601 |
This family-owned and operated Western rib and steak house has won several local awards for their fork-tender, fall-off-the-bone meats, served up in a fun-for-the-family Western setting, and enhanced by live country music on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Choice Angus beef, ribs, chicken and seafood are all mesquite-grilled and served with your choice of sides. Dinner prices range from $10-$15, with full bar service available. A daily happy hour features drink and appetizer specials. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big on local charm |
1813 South Fourth Avenue Tucson, AZ 85713 United States +1 520 622 5081 http://www.minidito.net |
For more than four decades, Tucsonans have flocked to this "little nest" for well-prepared and well-priced Sonoran specialties. Housed in an attractive Mexican village-style building, it offers good food, friendly service and an authentically Mexican experience. The interior is colorful and lively with bright red chairs, serape-striped upholstery and Mexican art. Among the many menu options are chile rellenos (stuffed chile peppers), burros, tacos, enchiladas, chimichangas, flautas and huevos rancheros (a popular egg, bean and chile dish). Mexican and domestic beers and wines are served. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mariscal family style Mexican |
2908 South Fourth Avenue Tucson, AZ 85713 United States +1 520 623 5307 |
The Mariscal family welcomes you to this comfortable and casual restaurant that's been serving some of Tucson's favorite Sonoran-style cuisine since 1976. The restaurant also runs concessions at the Tucson Convention Center Arena and Exhibition Hall. The budget-priced menu features Fajitas, Burros, Chimichangas and the local-favorite Topopo salads. It also has children's plates. Beer, wine and lime or strawberry margaritas and full bar service are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tasty traditional food on the mountain |
12976 Sabino Canyon Park Drive North Tucson, AZ 85619 United States +1 520 576 1234 http://mt-lemmon.com |
This pleasant cafe on top of Mount Lemmon is worth the one-hour drive up the mountain because the owner makes food that you won't find anywhere else in Arizona. It's Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine from Berks County, which has been virtually extinct since 1950 except here on Mt. Lemmon. The owner bakes her own bread and smokes her meat in her own smokehouse. The place exudes European-style Gemuetlichkeit with wooden chairs and tables and white curtains on the windows. A very pleasant spacious patio for outside dining in fresh clear mountain air. The Pennsylvania Dutch crabcakes, served with soup and salad, are highly recommendable at $13. And by all means, try one of the homemade pies for dessert; they're all made from fresh fruit and best when served a la mode. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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60 Bottles of Tequila on the Wall |
Foothills Mall 7401 N La Cholla Boulevard Tucson, AZ 85741 United States +1 520 297 1999 http://www.metrorestaurants.co... |
Located in the Foothills Mall, this friendly family restaurant has long been a favorite for comfortable, casual dining with an inventive twist. The light, contemporary furnishings and color scheme make this a cozy, though large, dining space. Patio seating outside the mall is a good place for people-watching. House specialties include several seafood dishes as well as a wide range of chicken, beef and pasta dishes, salads and sandwiches. Everything has a bit of a contemporary southwestern kick, including the tequila-heavy drink menu at the full bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of the steerburger |
22 West Drachman Street Tucson, AZ 85705 United States +1 520 624 5956 |
Easy to reach from either downtown or the University of Arizona area, this family-style steakhouse has been packing them in for more than 30 years. The menu focuses on steaks and seafood in a casual, western-themed atmosphere. The "famous steerburger" is big, juicy and made from choice beef. Chicken and ribs are also popular meal options. Prime rib is a house specialty on weekends. Wednesdays and Saturdays are karaoke nights. Full bar service is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cowboy cuisine |
6541 East Tanque Verde Road (Trail Dust Town) Tucson, AZ 85715 United States +1 520 296 0911 |
Mesquite-grilled cowboy-style steaks are the star at this Wild West eatery, located within the Trail Dust Townwestern-themed attraction. It's a slice of cowboy culture complete with all the rustic rodeo-style trappings. Also be warned that this is not the place to wear your best tie, it's likely to end up as a part of the decor. Service is fast and friendly. This is the place for grilled steaks, chicken, ribs and fish with chuck wagon-type sides. Full bar service is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sonoran specialties by the Ortega family |
1750 East Fort Lowell Road (Southwest corner of Fort. Lowell and Campbell) Tucson, AZ 85719 United States +1 520 325 0362 |
Can Willie Nelson, ZZ-Top and Johnny Cash be wrong? They've visited this colorful cafe operated by the Ortega family and are noted on the dining room's "plaque of fame." Maybe they come for the Chiles Rellenos (stuffed chile peppers); maybe it's the tamales. But whatever reason, locals and visiting celebs flock to this mom-and-pop Mexican strip mall spot, and they keep coming back. A Mexican village mural and bright, south-of-the-border colors give the dining room a festive atmosphere in which to enjoy the simple, yet satisfying dishes. Try the Carne Seca (reconstituted dried beef with onions and chiles) or any of the combinations named for Ortega family members. Add a margarita or Mexican beer and you'll have a filling and flavorful meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
