Tucson is home to three doughnut shops with a special Broaster oven in their kitchen, serving up delectable doughnuts and fried chicken that kick your sweet-and-salty cravings to the curb.
It seems Ameliaβs Mexican Kitchen blew up overnight, and I couldnβt be happier that my favorite place for quesabirria has gotten much-deserved love.
Looking for restaurants on Tucson's far-east side? Our food writer meticulously researched the eateries near or past Houghton Road. She found a surprising bounty, with options from Thai to country western grills.
From creamy lattes to slices of thin New York-style pizza, below are new restaurants and cafe that opened in Tucson this winter. Read moreNew eats! 10 local restaurants, bars and cafes that opened in Tucson this winter
From vending machines to local stores, Dirty T Tamarindo has built a candy empire in Tucson. Lucky for us, Alana Solis creates new and inventive treats as fast as you can finish a bag of spicy peach rings. Read moreDirty T Tamarindo has built an empire of chamoy-coated candy β and it's only getting bigger
From indoor playgrounds, hikes suited for kids and the best chicken tenders in town, here's a BIG list of family-friendly restaurants, attractions and more in Tucson, Arizona. Read moreOur big guide of kid-friendly things to do and eat in Tucson
David Matias spent most of his life working alongside his mom at Teresa's Mosaic CafΓ©. Now he's on his own with the Oaxacan-leaning Victoria Cocina Mexicana. Read moreThis chef grew up in his family's popular Tucson restaurant. Now he's running a restaurant of his own.
While some of our beloved restaurants have closed, we can still look back and reminiscence on the great meals, conversations and laughs we had at each place. Read more8 local eateries that have closed their doors this year
Itzel Herrera and Jonathan Ortiz started CariΓ±o Coffee last year, a baby pink coffee cart found inside Slow Body Beer that incorporates classic Mexican flavors into each cup of coffee. Read moreThis local coffee cart incorporates classic Mexican flavors into every cup
At The Hungrywolf Bakery in Tucson, Sophie is combining her heritage with her talents for crafting delectable treats, making sure we all get the opportunity to satisfy our sweet tooth cravings. Read moreThis local baker makes delicious fruit tarts, cookies and much more
New venue Himaya Garden serves Filipino dishes, from lumpia to chicken adobo, in a high tea setting. Read moreThis new garden hosts Filipino-inspired tea parties in Tucson π«
By the end of the year, Holy Focaccia will be an inviting cafΓ© inside of Slow Body Beer, bringing along the focaccia, tiramisu and panini weβve all come to know and love. Read moreHoly moly! Holy Focaccia is opening its own cafe inside Slow Body Beer
From scratch-made ice cream to cookies and other confections, Tucson is home to lots of tasty desserts. Here's a giant guide on where to find them. Read moreOur HUGE guide to dessert in Tucson, from pastries to date-night spots
Thank goodness for patio weather. Tucson is the best place during the fall and spring seasons to eat outside, surrounded by striking green palo verdes and views of nearby mountain ranges. Read moreA giant list of restaurant patios in Tucson: brunch, fine dining and more
Save the date for #ThisIsTucson's third annual Tucson Together market featuring 100-plus vendors, food trucks, live music and more fun on Feb. 22 in downtown Tucson. Read moreWe're hosting a market with 100 makers, food trucks, live music, tattoos + more β€οΈ
From gastropubs to Korean fried chicken, here are eight local restaurants that are opening up new locations around town! Read moreThese 8 local restaurants are expanding with new locations across Tucson
Slice & Ice is opening a new location at 6810 E. Tanque Verde Road, where east-siders will get the chance to indulge in ranch fries, strawberry lemonade ice and slices of pepperoni pizza. Read moreA homecoming for Ed Irving: Slice & Ice is coming to Tucson's east side
Baja Cafe and Buendia Breakfast & Lunch Cafe made the list for a second straight year while Tucson's year-old La Frida Mexican Grill & Seafood debuted in the Top 50. Read moreThese 6 Tucson restaurants are among Yelp's top spots to eat in the country
Paco's Mexican Food got its start in 1995, first in midtown and eventually moving to its current location on Tucson's east side. Read moreThere's a reason Paco's Mexican Food got a shoutout from the NYT
Tucson City of Gastronomy sent seven Chef Ambassadors around the globe last year, spreading the gospel of Tucson's food heritage. The nonprofit is now welcoming its second cohort of chefs. Read moreCity of Gastronomy sends chefs around the globe to champion Tucson's food scene
We curated a happy hour menu for The Moonstone, featuring two brand-new cocktails amid astrology and tarot readers. Read moreWe curated a happy hour menu for Tucson's highest rooftop bar
Antojitos comes from the masterminds behind The Neighborhood and La Chingada, offering a family-friendly space with raspados, Sonoran hot dogs and a play place. Read moreSonoran dogs and churros: Antojitos is bringing Mexican street snacks to Congress Street
Tucson's fledgling Sonoran House coffee shop and year-old Redbird Scratch Kitchen are teaming up to write the next chapter in the historic Rincon Market building, which was most recently home to Flora's Market Run. Read moreA coffee shop and a year-old eatery are moving into this iconic market space
Nate Martinβs food has people hooked. Tucsonans flock to Nate's Italian Kitchen β and sometimes wait in line β to get their fix of delicious Italian food. Read moreThis local Italian spot serves gigantic plates of heavenly pasta
A giant list of things to do and eat in Tucson, Arizona for Valentine's Day 2025, separated by category. Read moreA mega list of ways to celebrate Valentine's Day in Tucson this year π
I hate to burst your bubble, but Iβm here to tell you that the "Hot Ones" challenge is in fact as bad as the celebrities make it seem. Try it for yourself courtesy a collaboration with Tucson's own Barrio Brewing! Read moreI tried the 'Hot Ones' wing challenge β here's how you can, too
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