Cocktail at Flying V Bar & Grill (Photo by Jackie Tran)

Top 5 Bartender Picks for Sonoran Restaurant Week


September 10, 2025
By Addie Ibarra
By Addie Ibarra

With Sonoran Restaurant Week underway, and in addition to the incredible dining options, a few standout drink pairings deserve the spotlight. From thoughtful non-alcoholic offerings to sneak previews of new concepts, here are my top bartender picks for this year. As far as my bartending credentials, well, I ran this list by my husband, Stephen Kozlowski, who’s been bartending for the better part of 15 years and is a certified sommelier.

198 W. Cushing St.
Wine tasting at The Coronet (Photo by Anna Smirnova)

The Coronet is featuring a well-curated wine pairing menu that highlights both local and Old World wine selections. A Queen of Cups (Patagonia winery) wine stands alongside a beautifully balanced Côtes du Rhône, offering diners the chance to enjoy the best of both worlds with their meal.

More information here.

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N Resort Dr, Tucson
Margarita at Flying V Bar & Grill (Photo by Jackie Tran)
Margarita at Flying V Bar & Grill (Photo by Jackie Tran)

Flying V’s menu shines with its thoughtful cocktail program, which includes both spirited and non-alcoholic options. Even your DD can fully enjoy the pairing experience, regardless of preference.

More information here.

4625 E. Broadway Blvd.
Assorted cocktails at Kon Tiki (Photo by Jackie Tran)
Assorted cocktails at Kon Tiki (Photo by Jackie Tran)

At Kon Tiki, diners can explore a flight of five cocktails, choosing three to enjoy alongside dinner. The lineup even includes the classic Saturn, making it a standout for anyone who loves tropical-inspired cocktails with a touch of nostalgia.

More information here.

60 N. Alvernon Way

Locale and Contigo are giving guests a first look at their new restaurant concept, Miramonte, with a creative Mai Tai riff. The Mai Mai Mai allows you to get a taste of this coming-soon-restaurant before it officially launches.

More information here.

350 E. Congress St. #120

Obon is taking a different approach to their pairing menu with a playful sake flight that complements their Sonoran Restaurant Week dishes. You’ll enjoy four sake varieties with your meal for an additional $30.

More information here.

Huge Guide to Sonoran Restaurant Week

Like last year, we created an interactive map to help you plan your week.

For more information about Sonoran Restaurant Week, visit sonoranrestaurantweek.com.

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