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 Every meal is a special occasion |
6440 North Campbell Road (Sunrise at Campbell) Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 299 1771 |
This is the place that Tucsonians flock to for special occasions; with the spectacular views and award-winning cuisine and wines any visit is a memorable experience. Called an "architectural jewel" by many, this fine dining room is sophisticated without being snooty. True to its name, the views of the surrounding mountains and the cityscape to the south are the visual focus of the restaurant. An underground wine cellar houses more than 25,000 bottles with more than 1,400 individual selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh dough, daily |
4955 North Sabino Canyon Road Tucson, AZ 85750 United States +1 520 299 7311 |
This pizzeria shines by virtue of the dough and sauce that are made fresh daily on the premises. You can taste the difference, too! Vegetarian choices are available. The interior of the place is nothing to write home about except that it's squeaky clean; but as most customers opt for take-out, that doesn't really matter: it's the food that counts. So get your lunch special and go picnic in the shaded areas of nearby beautiful Sabino Canyon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great Italian |
4777 East Sunrise Drive (Northeast corner of Sunrise and Swan) Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 577 3322 |
With a family name that sounds like an Italian herb, you have to trust these people to know their pastas, parmigianas and their pizzas, too; and you won't be disappointed. This North Tucson, Northern Italian restaurant, the pride of owners William, Bebe, Max and Andrea Bazil, serves up authentic cuisine in a comfortable, casually elegant atmosphere. Besides the standard Italian fare, you'll find some unusual offerings like Sauteed Frog Legs, Chicken Vesuvio and something called Sister Mary Joseph (be sure to check this out!). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bountiful brunch at scenic resort |
7000 North Resort Drive (Loews Ventana Canyon Resort) Tucson, AZ 85750 United States +1 520 299 2020 |
Don't plan on too many other activities on any Sunday that starts with brunch here. Not only will the meal be the highlight of your day, but you're likely to be too full to function after wards. Start with Eggs Benedict, perhaps, then work your way through the carving station and be sure to stop off at the seafood spot. Put in your order with the pasta chef, but be sure to save room for a trip to the dessert station. This gourmet marathon will run you just USD29.95 per person (half price for kids under 12) and is sure to be one of your most memorable meals in Tucson. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cold and tasty stuff |
4777 East Sunrise Drive (Northeast corner of Swan and Sunrise) Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 299 5403 |
This small shop in the Catalina foothills has been the leader in Tucson's frozen yogurt market for quite a while, and once you've tasted the creamy cold stuff here, you'll know why. Choose between different sizes and flavors, cups or cones, yogurt pies and egee parfaits, or get the famous Cappucino Chiller. Most products are available in non-fat varieties, too. The decor reflects the color of the product: all white and creamy, with a touch of pink (the strawberry flavor) around the booths. Another location is at El Con Mall (+1 520 326 0303). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tea time in Tucson |
7000 North Resort Drive (Loews Ventana Canyon Resort) Tucson, AZ 85715 United States +1 520 299 2020 |
This is about the only restaurant in Tucson to offer traditional British tea-time from 3p to 5p Monday to Saturday, including scones, finger food and pastries. It's also an excellent place for drinks and appetizers, ranging from tender chicken strips to an assorted cheese platter ($16.95). The lounge is part of an upscale resort with comfortable armchairs and furniture of Southwestern decor. The lounge is somewhat sunk down, which affords only a limited view of the Catalina Mountains, but the goldfish filled pool outside is always in full sight. There is live entertainment nightly from 5:30p to 7:30p, plus a trio to inspire use of the dance floor Fridays and Saturdays 9:30p to 12:30a. Cocktail service daily from 11a to 1a; happy hour is from 5p to 7p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Reliable Cantonese and Szechuan cooking |
7090 North Oracle Road (Southeast corner of Oracle and Ina) Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 531 0658 |
This is a good place for the busy business traveler looking for a Chinese lunch. The emphasis is on fine food and fast service, not elaborate decor and ambience, so don't expect dragons and pagodas, just a friendly and efficient staff. China Phoenix serves above-average Cantonese foods, both in terms of quality and price, offering the whole works from Sweet and Sour Pork to Sesame Shrimp in the $8-$19 price range. The house special dishes include deals like Beefsteak and Pepper Onion and Vegetable Hot Pot. Domestic and imported beers are available, as is a small wine selection; expect to pay $3.50 for a glass of house wine Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Culinary treasures of Northern Italy |
7286 North Oracle Road (Northeast corner of Ina and Oracle) Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 297 7334 |
This is one of the best places for Northern Italian food in the Old Pueblo. Located in the popular Cottonwood Plaza shopping and dining complex, the restaurant offers homemade Italian cuisine plus appropriate ambience. Images of Bella Italia, especially Venezia, abound. Limited space is available for outdoor dining in front of the restaurant facing the parking lot. Catering for parties is available upon request. The menu features Spaghetti, Tortellini, Lasagna and other pasta dishes; Calzone and Pizza are also offered, priced at $10-$18. Casserole sandwiches are served before 5pm; try the notable Conti's Hero, a 14" roll with salami, provolone, ham, lettuce and tomatoes. A variety of imported beers and wines is available. A glass of house wine runs at $5. 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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It's steak time... |
6360 North Campbell Avenue Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 529 5017 http://www.flemingssteakhouse.... |
Fleming's is one of the best steakhouses in Tucson, and one of the most famous restaurant chains in America. Steak options you can expect to find on the menu include Filet Mignon, New York Strip, Beef Flemington, Veal Chops, Pork Rib Chop, and Prime Ribs. Ask your waiter to help you choose from among the 100 different wines available to go with your meal. If you're not a meat fan, then sample the fresh seafood and scrumptious side dishes. The Salmon, with its signature Mashed Potatoes, is highly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Worth its weight in gold |
245 East Ina Road Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 297 1151 / +1 800 722 2500 (Toll Free) http://www.westwardlook.com |
The Gold Room has been a multiple award-winning restaurant and has long been a Tucson favorite. Located at the naturally breathtaking Westward Look Resort, it has been honored with Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence. It's open and airy with classically elegant furnishings and decor. As you'd expect, gold is used extensively in the color scheme. Floor-to-ceiling windows afford diners a panoramic view of the surrounding desert and mountains. While the menu has recently been given a more modern bent, it still focuses on classic cuisine with a southwestern spin. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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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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Good Southeast Asian fare |
5849 North Oracle Road Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 293 9199 |
Now under new management, this unassuming eatery on Tucson's northwest side has expanded its menu to include a wider selection of Thai cooking. Thai entrees consist of beef and fowl cooked in the chef's special sauce (which is relatively mild), while the Thai curries are labeled as very spicy. The Chinese dishes are mostly of the Hunan and spicy Szechuan varieties. Both domestic and imported beers are available, plus a small selection of wines. A sparse but tasteful selection of Chinese motifs on wall paintings establishes a sense of place Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Focus on kids |
6960 East Sunrise Drive (Sunrise and Kolb) Suite #120 Tucson, AZ 85750 United States +1 520 577 9009 http://www.grandmatonyspizza.com |
Victoria Fitzpatrick, owner of this new pizza store in the Ventana Village Plaza, has made a point of providing customers with a family-friendly environment. Hungry kids are given paper and crayons to contribute to the collection of children's drawings decorating the walls, while parents can tell them about Marilyn Monroe, The Beatles and other pop icons smiling from photos next to the art wall. There's not much space at the squeaky-clean counter, but that won't matter much, as most of the business is take-out. A special attraction for families is the lunch special, which is a two-item pizza for $8, served Monday-Friday 11a-3p. Individual slices cost $2.50, and there is a small selection of salads and breadsticks available, plus spicy chicken wings at $4 a dozen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A true taste of Tucson |
5601 North Hacienda del Sol Road Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 529 3500 |
This historic 1929 guest ranch offers the perfect gourmet getaway. It's been featured in Bon Appetit, Travel & Leisure, Esquire and National Geographic Traveler and has earned the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. The decor is sophisticated and understated Spanish Colonial with fine southwestern-inspired art. The territorial-style setting is a delightful backdrop for the southwestern-accented American menu. 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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...and Poki, too! |
6486 North Oracle Road (Northeast corner of Oracle and Orange Grove) Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 544 2224 |
With its relaxed ambiance, tasteful and artsy Oriental decor, and most importantly, its tasty sushi, this west-side restaurant is on its way to become one of the leading Japanese eateries in Tucson. Of course, the entire range of sushi cuisine is available but it's the Poki, a Hawaiian marinated seafood dish with radish, sprouts, seaweed, and sesame dressing that takes the prize. It's one of chef Jay Hahn's special creations and it's simply wonderful. Different Sushi combinations are offered for lunch and dinner, with the lunch special presenting a real good deal. Dinner entrees include hot food such as Teriyaki Chicken and Beef Stir Fry. All Japanese beers are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The wilder side of Janos |
3770 East Sunrise Drive Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 615 6100 http://www.janos.com/ |
This hip, upscale bar and Latin-Mediterrean Grill is adjacent to Janos at the Westin La Paloma Resort. Fans of Chef Wilder's wonderful fine dining fare will also want to try this slightly more casual concept. A seasonal summer sampler combines a salad and three entree selections. Drinks features include high-grade tequilas, 20 selections of wine by the glass and an expanded wine list that now includes Janos selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Franco frontier cuisine |
3770 East Sunrise Drive (Westin La Paloma Resort) Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 615 6100 http://www.janos.com |
This ultra-elegant dining experience is one that shouldn't be missed by global gastronomes. The decor is all opulence and ornate elegance: rich upholstery, classic French-influenced furnishings and jewel-and-precious metal-tones abound. The menu changes regularly to make the best use of fresh seasonal ingredients. A few examples include Venison Loin Adobada with Black Bean Coulis as well as Mushroom Chilaquiles and Rosemary-Scented Chicken, Chili Con Queso and Guaymas Shrimp. A list of more than 500 wines is one of the city's finest. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dramatic tableside preparations dazzle diners |
7117 North Oracle Road Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 575 9277 |
Chef Taite Pearson, formerly of Janos and the Ventana Room, and his wife, Stephanie Cleek-Pearson, opened up Linen in the historic Casas Adobes center, in what was formerly known as the Landmark. The small and intimate space is a bit formal, without being stuffy. House specialties include Muscovy duck with sweet soy lacquer, watercress and duck confit fried rice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stone oven-baked entrees |
5689 North Swan Road Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 299 4301 http://www.laroccasitalian.com |
The Larocca family of Ralph, Gail and Niccolle offer guests warm hospitality and a welcoming atmosphere at this Santa Catalina foothills Italian trattoria. The garden-like dining room has an upscale ambiance without being unduly stuffy and the service is professional, but genuine. Al fresco dining is available on the newly added patio. Entrees are baked in stone ovens with a health-conscious effort to use only fresh ingredients and remove excess fats. Specialties include handmade gnocchi pasta and traditional veal, beef and chicken dishes. Tuesday nights, Osso Buco is offered. Cioppino and mussels are the Friday night specials. Full bar service and a wine list with Italian and Californian selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Perfection in French |
7117 North Oracle Road Tucson, AZ 85705 United States +1 520 797 3397 |
This addition to Tucson's selection of upscale restaurants won the Tucson Citizen's Silver Spoon Award, and deserved to completely. Located in the Casas Adobes shopping district, the place offers the kind of perfection in food and service that chef Taite Pearson is known for. The decor reflects the sophisticated simplicity of Pearson's contemporary French fusion cuisine. In addition it also features a full bar. 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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Middle Eastern magic |
4955 North Sabino Canyon Road Tucson, AZ 85750 United States +1 520 529 1330 |
Chef Joseph Abi-Ad and wife and co-owner, Jacqueline, serve upscale Lebanese, Greek and Turkish cuisine in an unassuming storefront located within the Sabino Canyon Plaza in northeast Tucson. The restaurant has been voted among Tucson's top ten six years in a row. Coral walls, blue curtains, rich Iranian tapestries and travel posters add to the Middle Eastern mood. Combination platters are a great way to experience a multitude of exotic Middle Eastern tastes. There is a full bar service and a wine list featuring French, Spanish and Lebanese wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Looking for cowboy food? |
68 West River Road (North side of River at Stone) Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 408 9166 |
Appropriate for a city with a rich Mexican tradition, this restaurant is dedicated to the legendary Mexican vaquero, the first cowboy. As may be expected, the decor reflects the cowboy theme, displaying all the paraphernalia of the vaquero life. The menu offers a wide variety of authentic border cuisine, with a grand selection of mesquite-fired fajitas topping the list of favorites. Also at 5205 East Broadway Boulevard in the Target Shopping Center, phone +1 (520) 745 9688. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Serving pastas of the world |
6878 East Sunrise Drive (Southwest corner of Sunrise and Kolb) Tucson, AZ 85750 United States +1 520 529 9557 |
This unique eatery in Basha's Center offers a variety of pastas you won't find anywhere else in town. Other than the well-known Italian original, owner Scott Brayer has invented some pasta creations that include the flavors of the whole world. Also on offer are a selection of contemporary salads, soups, hot subs in that same worldly style, and last, not least, some of the best chicken sandwiches in town. Appropriate to the food, the decor is strictly contemporary, with black tile and counter service. Seating is available on the shaded patio facing the Basha Center parking lot. Sodas and juices are available, but no alcohol is served. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sports saloon and eating place |
6090 North Oracle Road Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 575 1767 |
Here's one of the most popular sports bars in Tucson, run by an ex-school teacher who in 1978 decided his real calling was to sell pastrami. He made the right decision, since the place is still buzzing with people drinking beer from big pitchers and munching on pastrami sandwiches. Other than watching athletic games on TV, clients pass their time playing video games or doing karaoke. The kitchen offers all-American fare, from tuna melt sandwiches to chili cheeseburgers. Special house brews are available in pints, ponys and pitchers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live dance music, good beers |
6866 East Sunrise Drive (Southwest corner of Kolb and Sunrise) Tucson, AZ 85750 United States +1 520 577 0021 |
With live bands playing dance music at this high-energy night spot every Friday and Saturday nights, this place attracts a mostly young crowd (between 28 and 33 years old) on weekend nights. Other than at the large bar featuring 16 TV sets, seating is also available on the outside patio. Smoking is permitted outside and in the spacious wine room, which seats 240 people. Happy Hour is 3p-7p, and 10p to close. The menu offers a variety of entrees including steak, pork chops and sandwiches. There are sixteen premium beers on draft. A featured kids menu will, hopefully, keep everyone in the family happy. There is a second location at 10515 North Oracle Road (Oro Valley) (+1 520 531 0202). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New under the sun |
3001 East Skyline Drive (Northeast corner of Skyline and Campbell) Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 299 3345 |
Perched high atop Skyline Drive in the new El Cortijo art annex, this restaurant opens its doors to the sun with fabulous views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and the city of Tucson sprawling below. Dine indoors next to a picture window and enjoy city views from a controlled climate, or dine outdoors on the spacious deck for a close-enough-to-touch sunset. Each Mediterranean dish is crafted from fresh ingredients, many of which are organic, and the menu changes often to keep even the most creative pallets intrigued. Try the Sun Dried Tomato Polenta with Soufflé of Wild Mushrooms for or the Filet of Fresh Pacific Salmon with Roasted Peppers. After dinner, stroll the plaza's artisan shops and galleries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mexican food and margaritas since 1946 |
6910 East Sunrise Drive (Southwest corner of Kolb and Sunrise; at Basha's Center) Tucson, AZ 85750 United States +1 520 615 1818 |
This restaurant/cantina has served Sonoran-style food to locals and visitors for more than 50 years. Chef George Taft specializes in hearty Sonoran fare, with no lard added, with items such as burros, ensaladas, quesadillas, enchiladas and seafood dishes. Full bar service is available. Decorative Mexican tiles on the walls provide the appropriate ambiance for south-of-the-border cooking. Seating is available outside on the shaded non-smoking patio; smoking is permitted at the bar only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Newly-remodeled steakhouse |
5075 North Oracle Road Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 293 7131 |
This recently-remodeled restaurant is a favorite among foothills residents. It has subdued lighting and large, comfortable leather booth seats. After recent refurbishing, the interior is impeccably maintained. The menu is pricey but worth it for a large meal. The dinner Porterhouse steak, served with a side salad and choice of potato and vegetable, but the steak is 20 ounces. The "Texas Tea," comprised of a half-liter of Smirnoff vodka, gin, rum and a splash of cranberry juice. That's one cheap potent potable to you and me. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Perfect Cocktail of Cuisines |
3500 East Sunrise Drive Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 577 8100 http://www.dineterracotta.com/... |
Terra Cotta, one of the well known restaurants in Tucson, serves a good mix of American and Mexican food. Satisfaction of their guests is of prime importance here and it is because of the same that one enjoys an exceptional dining experience here. The dishes revved up, include basic ingredients used in native America while the sauces have a Mexican influence to them, yet the cooking is done the French way. Also the restaurant has a fine range of alcoholic beverages that go well with the food. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Masterful microbrews and tasty fare |
7401 North La Cholla Boulevard (In Foothills Mall) Tucson, AZ 85741 United States +1 520 797 2652 http://www.thundercanyonbrewer... |
This microbrewery and bistro's dining spaces are airy and comfortable, with light wood and high ceilings. Owned and operated by the same folks who run the Prescott Brewing Company in northern Arizona, this comfortable, contemporary cafe offers a full range of house brews that mesh well with the menu. Soups, salads, sandwiches and poultry, beef and seafood entrees are priced at about USD6-USD12. Fish and chips are a house specialty and one of the many British-inspired menu favorites. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stunning desert settings |
7366 North Paseo Del Norte Tucson, AZ 85704 United States +1 520 797 1222 |
North Tucson's Tohono Chul Park provides one of the most stunning desert botanical spectacles in all of the Southwest and, within the park, this quaint tearoom offers a memorable dining-in-the-desert experience. Set amidst the lushness of centuries-old cactus and succulents, the brick building houses a slightly feminine looking (it is a tea room, after all) but not frou-frou cafe. You can also dine out in the splendid natural surroundings on a courtyard patio. The menu can't begin to compete with the setting, but it includes a good selection of breakfast items, quiches, salads, soups, sandwiches and a few hot entree specials. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Another Italian culinary triumph |
5541 North Swan Road (Southwest corner of Sunrise and Swan) Tucson, AZ 85718 United States +1 520 577 6992 http://www.trattoriapina.com |
For more than a quarter of a century, Cosmos and Anna Ali and their children have been tempting Tucsonans with their flavorful, freshly prepared "cucina Italiana". This Santa Catalina foothills cafe is done in style, with a full range of classic dishes in a sophisticated setting. Soaring columns, high ceilings and flowing fabrics give the dining room an opulent feel. Pizzas and calzones come hot from a wood-fired oven; pastas and risottos "del giorno" are superb, as are the handmade gnocchi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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