Welcome to this week’s roundup! We’ve gathered the top stories, a standout social post, and other foodie highlights you shouldn’t miss. From the latest buzz around Tucson’s dining scene to can’t-miss events and exclusive perks for our Insiders, this is your go-to guide to staying in the loop.
Let’s dig in!
New Foodie Guides
Love is on the Menu: Tucson’s Most Romantic Restaurants
While sharing a single noodle of spaghetti is romantic in movies, in practice, you might want to apply a little more effort for your significant other. Wear some nicer shoes, put on your most flattering outfit. When choosing where to eat, helpful perks include warm candle light and breathtaking mountain views.
Read the guide: Love is on the Menu: Tucson’s Most Romantic Restaurants.
Heart Healthy Restaurants in Tucson
What is at the end of my fork matters even more these days. I experienced a heart attack, bypass surgery with complications, and now live with heart failure. Decades before these life-changing health challenges, I’ve been a wellness advocate and participant in all aspects of health.
If one of your goals for the new year is to eat more protein, including animal or plant-based, you’ll find it easy to do at the following restaurants.
Read the guide: Heart Healthy Restaurants in Tucson.
Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Tucson
When many people think of Vietnamese food, their mind goes straight to pho. While the famous noodle soup is beloved worldwide, don’t be afraid to venture into other soups. Fragrant lemongrass, bold heat, and deeply umami-rich await you.
Furthermore, look at other entrees beyond banh mi and spring (or summer) rolls. Keep an eye out for crispy sizzling crepes known as banh xeo and com tam rice plates.
Read the guide: Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Tucson.
Top Stories & Articles
Best Things the Tucson Foodie Team Tasted in January
Here’s a look back at what the Tucson Foodie team enjoyed during January! 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.
Read the full article: Best Things the Tucson Foodie Team Tasted in January.
Jackie Tran Returns to Tucson Foodie as Our New Editor
We’re thrilled to officially announce that Jackie Tran has joined Tucson Foodie as our new Editor. This news feels less like a change and more like a homecoming—because, in many ways, Jackie has been an integral part of Tucson Foodie’s story for years.
Read the full article: Jackie Tran Returns to Tucson Foodie as Our New Editor.
UnCork’d Kitchen & Cocktails OpenS on Tucson’s East Side
The fine folks/owners of The Cork, Sally Shamrell-Murphy and Glenn Murphy, purchased the cowboy dive bar, Saddlehorn Saloon, from previous owner Lyn Hadler. The Murphys then announced that changes were coming, and now they’re ready to debut the new space.
Read the full article: UnCork’d Kitchen & Cocktails Opens on Tucson’s East Side.
Trending on Instagram
UGLY BUT HONEST PIZZA IS NOW OPEN IN FIVE POINTS
@Uglybuthonestpizzeria is officially open! After a successful soft launch, this new pizzeria and beer garden at 733 S. Stone Ave. is now serving up pizza (whole & by the slice), calzones, cannoli, and a solid beer lineup.
Featured Foodie Events
2025 Tucson Craft Beer Crawl
Saturday, February 22
This year, the Tucson Craft Beer Crawl is hosting at least 30 local, regional, national, and international beverage makers. You’ll see some newcomers popping up in February like Slow Body Beer, Brick Box Brewery (formerly Thunder Canyon Brewer), and Black Bridge Brewing, which is bringing its beers down from Kingman, Arizona.
Read the full article: Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Tucson Craft Beer Crawl.
Get Your Tickets to the Vegan Tucson Night Market’s VIP Lounge
Saturday, March 1
Back in December, we introduced an exclusive VIP Lounge at the Vegan Tucson Night Market and it’s back! Tickets are just $25 each, limited, and can be purchased online. In other words, buy your tickets sooner than later!
Read the full article: Get Your Tickets to the Vegan Tucson Night Market’s VIP Lounge (March 1).
Perks of Being an Insider
For $20 a month, Tucson Foodie Insiders get a stack of cash vouchers to local restaurants worth over $6,000, free tasting events at local restaurants every month, access to members-only monthly dinner series with local chefs, discounts on events, and monthly mixers with other members.
New Insider Perks:
- Bumsted’s – $10 off your bill every 90 days
- Mariscos Chihuahua – $10 off your bill every 30 days
- Tabu – $20 off your bill every six months
- Tesoro Latin Kitchen & Cantina – Two free tacos every month
