25 Essential Tucson Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Tucson.
Guadalajara's Grill & Tequila Bar
Arizona
an everyday essential mexican restaurant address in Tucson, pairing editorial magnetism with a Beam Score of 90.7.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Arizona
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
Arizona
Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.
Taquería Juanitos
Tucson, Arizona
This counter serve with colorful murals offers familiar Mexican fare, such as burritos & tacos.
Firehouse Subs Tucson Spectrum
Tucson, Arizona
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
First Watch
Tucson, Arizona
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Postino Grant
Tucson, Arizona
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace.
Biscuits Country Cafe
Tucson, Arizona
Bright breakfast & lunch joint featuring comfort eats with a Southern twist amid patriotic decor.
KINTOKI SUSHI HOUSE & BAR
Tucson, Arizona
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
Tucson, Arizona
Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.
THE QUESADILLAS
Tucson, Arizona
Little Mexican counter serve preparing quesadillas, tacos, tostadas & other casual eats.
Taqueria Aqui Con El Nene
Tucson, Arizona
Utilitarian window-serve eatery with covered seating doling out casual Mexican grub & horchata.
First Watch
Tucson, Arizona
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Graze Premium Burgers
Tucson, Arizona
Trendy, modern fast-food restaurant offering hormone-free hamburgers, organic soda drinks & more.
Aspasia Mediterranean
Tucson, Arizona
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Choice Greens
Tucson, Arizona
Counter-serve shop for customizable salads, panini & sandwiches served in a simple space.
First Watch
Tucson, Arizona
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Guadalajara Original Grill
Tucson, Arizona
Colorful Mexican restaurant with table-side salsa at dinner, nightly Mariachi music & a full bar.
First Watch
Tucson, Arizona
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Culinary Dropout
Tucson, Arizona
Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Tucson, Arizona
Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.
Gusto Osteria
Tucson, Arizona
Italian cuisine offered in an airy, strip-mall restaurant with local art & outdoor seating.
Charro Steak & Del Rey
Tucson, Arizona
Industrial-chic steakhouse serving mesquite-grilled fare with a Mexican twist, plus craft cocktails.
Arabic Express
Tucson, Arizona
Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Nook
Tucson, Arizona
New American fare is served for breakfast & lunch at this hip cafe with a modern interior.