The fish tacos at La Bufadora (Photo by Shane Reiser)

Best Things the Tucson Foodie Team Tasted in April 2024


May 1, 2024
By Matt Sterner

Here’s a look back at what the Tucson Foodie team enjoyed during April!

Also, not only are these reminders of the dishes we ate, but they can also be a guide for your own decisions on what to eat here in Tucson.

Cafe Francais
7831 E. Wrightstown Rd. #113

Literally any of the pastries at Cafe Francais are worth the drive. The croissants are perfectly laminated and the baguettes had a light and airy interior. Not pictured is the ham and Swiss croissant that I immediately devoured.

Cafe Francais (Photo by Addie Ibarra)
Guillermo’s Double L
1830 S. Fourth Ave.

The fried ice cream at Guillermo’s is absolutely where it’s at. I had the menudo and chicken flautas and finished string with this dessert. It’s the perfect way to end a meal.

Fried Ice Cream at Guillermo’s (Photo by Addie Ibarra)
Nate’s Italian Kitchen

My husband and I hosted a watch party for the Sopranos finale — yeah I know we’re about 15 years late. We ordered in from Nate’s Italian Kitchen and it was the best decision we made. We ordered the chicken parm and the ziti and included cannolis for good measure. Best value for money!

Nate’s Italian Kitchen (Photo by Addie Ibarra)
Bottega Michelangelo
420 W. Magee Rd.

The Yellow Beet Salad at Bottega Michelangelo!  I like the addition of pistachios for a crunchy texture. Best enjoyed with their housemade bread and the delicious oil (olive, balsamic, garlic, and some spicy heat). 

Bottega Michelangelo (Photos by Chrissy Mance)
Ghini’s French Caffe
1803 E. Prince Rd.

Ghini’s French Caffe serves up a great brunch. I particularly enjoyed the Omelette du Soleil, a garlicky herby frittata-style egg dish.

Ghini’s French Caffe (Photo by Chrissy Mance)
Tacos Apson
3501 S. 12th Ave. • 6741 N. Thornydale Rd. #121

Barbacoa at Tacos Apson.

Tacos Apson (Photo by Erika Howlett)
Rocco’s Little Chicago
2707 E. Broadway Blvd.

Four-cheese deep-dish pizza at Rocco’s Little Chicago.

Rocco’s Little Chicago (Photo by Mark Whittaker)
Locale Neighborhood Italian
60 N. Alvernon Way

Fusilli at Locale.

Fusilli at Locale (Photo by Erika Howlett)
Reforma
4340 N. Campbell Ave. #101

Prickly Pear Margarita at Reforma.

Prickly Pear Margarita at Reforma (Photo by Erika Howlett)
Chez Peachy
They Have a New Food Truck!

Chez Peachy’s Matcha Strawberry Bliss and the cutest strawberry bento cake.

Chez Peachy’s Matcha Strawberry Bliss and the cutest strawberry bento cake (Photo by Hannah Hernandez)
Baja Mar Seafood Market & Restaurant
3541 S. 12th Ave.

I had two carne asada tacos and an adobada taco at Baja Mar. I also got some toritos which I had never had before. Bacon-wrapped peppers stuffed with shrimp and cream cheese. So good!

Baja Mar Seafood Market & Restaurant (Photos by Kevin Thomas)
Maico Restaurant
835 E. 22nd St.

Carne Asada Burrito from Maico Restaurant!

a sign in front of a brick building
Exterior (Photo courtesy of Maico Restuarant on FB)
Ciao Down & Tucson Hop Shop
3230 N. Dodge Blvd.

Tres Amigos pizza from Ciao Down — enjoyed on Tucson Hop Shop’s beautiful patio.

Tres Amigos pizza from Ciao Down (Photo by Matt Sterner)
Whole Slvce Pizza
160 S. Avenida del Convento

One of my favorite slices in town! It’s called the 4. and is tomato sauce, salami, Calabrian chili, red onion, ricotta, parmesan.

4. (tomato sauce, salami, Calabrian chili, red onion, ricotta, parmesan) at Whole Slvce Pizza (Photo by Hannah Hernandez)
Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar
6444 N. Oracle Rd.

I’ve become addicted to the street corn at Redbird. And that Crispy Nashville-Arizona Chicken sandwich was outstanding. A huge piece of chicken breast fried to a fabulous crunch.

Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar (Photos by Rita Connelly)
Mama Louisa’s Italian Restaurant
2041 S. Craycroft Rd.

The hush puppy at Mama Louisa’s.

Hushpuppy at Mama Louisa’s (Photo by Shane Reiser)
The Red Light Lounge at the Downtown Clifton
485 S. Stone Ave.

Grapefruit Paloma at the Red Light Lounge.

Grapefruit Paloma at the Red Light Lounge (Photo by Shane Reiser)
Chela’s Latin Cuisine
256 E. Congress St.

Open-face roasted poblano at Chela’s.

Open-face roasted poblano at Chela’s (Photo by Shane Reiser)
El Antojo Poblano
1108 W. St Marys Rd.

Enmoladas de Pollo at El Antojo Poblano.

Enmoladas de Pollo at Antojo Poblano (Photo by Shane Reiser)
OBON
350 E. Congress St. #120

The Death Free Vegan Ramen at Obon.

The Death Free Vegan Ramen at Obon (Photo by Shane Reiser)
La Bufadora
4100 S. Palo Verde Rd.

The fish tacos at La Bufadora.

The fish tacos at La Bufadora (Photo by Shane Reiser)
Los Perches Urban Sonoran Grill
238 N. Fourth Ave.

The vegan wings at Los Perches.

Falora
3000 E. Broadway Blvd.

The regular bread service at Falora.

Mantis Gourmet Chinese Food
8295 N. Cortaro Rd. #125

Vegetable Lo Mein from Mantis Gourmet.

Vegetable Lo Mein from Mantis Gourmet (Photo by Shane Reiser)

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