“This fall we continue with our mission of sharing the flavors of Mexico with our guests,” said Patricia Schwabe, owner of Penca at 50 E. Broadway Blvd.

Renowned for its unique take on traditional dishes and cocktails, the restaurant effortlessly maintains its position as one of the unique dining options in downtown Tucson. And, with the fall season comes some new menu items, too.

One of the highlights found on the menu is the new Ensalada De Temporada — a selection of roasted seasonal vegetables, butter lettuce, and garlic vinaigrette. It’s just one of the seasonal dishes Schwabe is excited to share with downtown eaters.

The entree that’s already caught a lot of attention is Penca’s Mole Poblano. The dish is equipped with braised turkey and pastel de elote, and then served with plantains — a dish Schwabe is proud to serve due to the nostalgia it brings.

“Mole is at the center of our celebrations — during the Day of the Dead in November and all of our festivities in December,” she said. “Our mole at Penca is slowly cooked with chiles, spices, nuts, and chocolate. We cook it until these ingredients become one.”

Check out the bar menu next time you stop by as well because they’ll be pouring new wines and mixing up new seasonal cocktails.

In August, Penca unveiled its brand-new Happy Hour menu, which is available from 4 – 6 p.m. on Wednesday – Sunday (the restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday). Deals include shareable appetizers, $4 tacos, $2 off glasses of wine, $5 draft beer, and cocktail specials.

Penca Restaurante is located at 50 E. Broadway Blvd. For more information, visit pencarestaurante.com or call (520) 203-7681. Penca is also a Tucson Foodie Restaurant Partner.

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