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Family-run Raptor Canyon Cafe warms hearts with home-style cooking
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Family-run Raptor Canyon Cafe warms hearts with home-style cooking

The Calellos are nice people. Like really nice people. I mean, Konni Calello is ā€œstill slipping chocolate chip cookies into your pockets while you’re walking out the doorā€ kind of […]

Feb 21, 20206 min read
The Journey & Evolution of Yoshimatsu Japanese Eatery
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The Journey & Evolution of Yoshimatsu Japanese Eatery

Yoshimatsu Japanese Eatery is a go-to for ramen and sushi. With sought-after lunch specials and a cute hand-drawn children’s menu, the restaurant continues to thrive after 18 years in business, but […]

Feb 7, 20205 min read
Community-uplifting Cafe 54 supports mental health recovery with ā€œFresh Food, Fresh Startā€
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Community-uplifting Cafe 54 supports mental health recovery with ā€œFresh Food, Fresh Startā€

If you’ve visited eclectic, colorful CafĆ© 54 in the past, you’ve supported mental health recovery, whether or not you were aware of it. It all started with Our Place Clubhouse, […]

Jan 9, 20205 min read
Get Seattle-style cups of joe at westside drive-thru Brewed Awakening
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Get Seattle-style cups of joe at westside drive-thru Brewed Awakening

Seattle is well known for its coffee culture and now Tucson fans can get a classic Seattle-style cup of joe at Brewed Awakening, a west side drive-thru. Owner, Matt Hall, […]

Dec 20, 20194 min read
Southern hospitality meets creative food, bev & ambience at The Parish
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Southern hospitality meets creative food, bev & ambience at The Parish

When Steve Dunn, Bryce Zeagler, and Travis Peters of The Parish, all veterans of Tucson’s dining scene, got together to open a restaurant, they wanted a place that looked like […]

Oct 21, 20195 min read
From pisco to potatoes, Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine does Peru proud
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From pisco to potatoes, Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine does Peru proud

Nestled in the Andean valley of Peru, a tree with waxy leaves grows along the edge of the rainforest, sprouting fist-sized green fruit. With green skin and pulpy golden centers […]

Sep 6, 20195 min read
Family-owned Just Churros serves 38-year old churro recipe, Alton Brown approved
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Family-owned Just Churros serves 38-year old churro recipe, Alton Brown approved

Cinnamon and sugar sparkle along every nook and cranny of the still-warm churros tucked into a paper bag, a side of silken sweet cajeta for dipping. The familiar fried dough […]

May 31, 20195 min read
Time Market: evolution of the restaurant & European-style market on University Blvd
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Time Market: evolution of the restaurant & European-style market on University Blvd

Time Market is defined by the discerning sensibilities of somebody who really loves good food. That person is Peter Wilke. Wilke bought Time Market in 1995 as ā€œa fluke.ā€ The […]

Apr 10, 20197 min read
Urban Fresh: Plant-based Foods with a Powerhouse of Flavors
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Urban Fresh: Plant-based Foods with a Powerhouse of Flavors

It’s rare to find a restaurant that is a powerhouse of intention. Urban Fresh is a family-run restaurant that focuses on community, sustainability, nutrition, local, and organic ingredients. Everything is […]

Dec 3, 20186 min read
Benny’s Brings Comforting Central Mexican Cuisine to Tucson
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Benny’s Brings Comforting Central Mexican Cuisine to Tucson

Homely nostalgia, the vibrant tortillas, house-made drinks, and family values all fuse together in this place. Benny’s gives the feeling of going to your aunt’s house for a party. The […]

Nov 7, 20186 min read
Ramen joint Ikkyu offers classic Japanese dishes and more
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Ramen joint Ikkyu offers classic Japanese dishes and more

Ramen is a centuries-old noodle dish. Making its way to the United States after World War II, it originated in China before gaining popularity in Japan, where regional variations of […]

Aug 9, 20183 min read
Pivot Produce: helping local produce make its way to your plate
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Pivot Produce: helping local produce make its way to your plate

ā€œThere are a lot of people who think food doesn’t grow here,ā€ said Erik Stanford, owner of Pivot Produce. Along with well-known edibles from greens and herbs to citrus, legumes, […]

Jul 5, 20186 min read

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This year, 18 Mexican restaurants are participating in @sonoranrestaurantweek from September 4-13. Also, National Hispanic Heritage Month begins immediately afterwards on Sunday, September 15.ā¤ļø

Here’s the full list, in alphabetical order. 

@agavehousetucson 
@ameliastucson 
@bktacos 
@bocatucson 
@buendia.breakfast.lunch 
@asadataqueria 
@casadelrioaz 
@elcharro.cafe 
@crudamariscos 
@elmezquitetucson 
@humo.tucson
@lachingadacocina 
@lafridamexicangrill 
@laollamexicancafe 
@nanas_kitchen_2008 
@reformatucson 
@seiskitchen 
@sonoramoonshine 

Don’t forget to upload your receipts to enter our giveawayšŸŽ‰

More on Tucsonfoodie.com/srw
Presented by @Visittucson 

#tucsonaz #tucsonfoodieThis year, 18 Mexican restaurants are participating in @sonoranrestaurantweek from September 4-13. Also, National Hispanic Heritage Month begins immediately afterwards on Sunday, September 15.ā¤ļø Here’s the full list, in alphabetical order. @agavehousetucson @ameliastucson @bktacos @bocatucson @buendia.breakfast.lunch @asadataqueria @casadelrioaz @elcharro.cafe @crudamariscos @elmezquitetucson @humo.tucson @lachingadacocina @lafridamexicangrill @laollamexicancafe @nanas_kitchen_2008 @reformatucson @seiskitchen @sonoramoonshine Don’t forget to upload your receipts to enter our giveawayšŸŽ‰ More on Tucsonfoodie.com/srw Presented by @Visittucson #tucsonaz #tucsonfoodie
TONIGHT

@vegantucsonnightmarketā¤ļøšŸ–šŸ„
9/5 from 6–10pm 

Come support our amazing local makers, small businesses, and restaurants while eating an absolutely ridiculous amount of vegan food. 

šŸ“øGlamour shots by @viguerrafoto 
🪩Music by @visionaryhousecollective 

šŸŒ™FREE ENTRY | FREE PARKING | DOG-FRIENDLY
šŸ“RILLITO PARK • 4502 N 1ST AVE, TUCSON, AZ

🐶
@oldsoulsanimalrescue 
@paws_without_borders 
@rescuemetucson 

HOT/SAVORY 
@substancediner 
@hotsaucenpepper 
@huhushouseofdumplings 
Eatgypt
Bereisheet 129
@bobbyskitchen__ 
@delcielotamal 
@lovinspoonfulstucson 
@ensenadastreetfood 
@mayascajunkitchen 
@therealnaughtyvegan 
@patricias_cuban_kitchen 
@scratchingtheplate 
@themakanbowl 
@theveganjointaz 
@youslydogtucson 
@yumyumpocha_ 

DESSERTS
@atekei_treats 
@thirddaysourdough 
@treats_by_gabby 
@donutblitz 
@abstractaquariums 
@sweetrollsandmore 
@tucsonchocolatefactory 
@uniquelymadecookies 
@coolkidssnackcakes 
@dirty_t_tamarindo 
@duckys_pineapplebananabread 
@tiasourdough 
@eatbliss.az 
@flourpotvegan 
@maxa_oats 
@sahteinpatisserie 
Counter Crispies 

BEVERAGES
@espressoul_cafe 
@transit.tea 
@yourcoffeestopaz 
@barlapachanga 
@scentedleaf 
@konaiceofmarana 
@littlebearlemonade 
Wrapido
@bardownfitnessandnutrition 
@brewingcupofculture 
@lemonpoptucson 

SHOP LOCAL
@barknberryaz 
@cosmicfoundry 
@desierto_designs 
@enjoycrochetandknit 
@greenexpressiontucson 
@harvestedcreations 
@purpleskyincense 
@ricos_threads 
@snackabeesaz 
@sparkle_sparrow_az 
@spunkykind 
@yellowbirdfarm 
@wisteriacreekcottage 
@wisdombodyandsoul 
@tacosysalsa_tucson 
@thedrecreations 

#tucsonevents #vegantucson 
#tucsonsmallbusiness #tucsonlocalTONIGHT @vegantucsonnightmarketā¤ļøšŸ–šŸ„ 9/5 from 6–10pm Come support our amazing local makers, small businesses, and restaurants while eating an absolutely ridiculous amount of vegan food. šŸ“øGlamour shots by @viguerrafoto 🪩Music by @visionaryhousecollective šŸŒ™FREE ENTRY | FREE PARKING | DOG-FRIENDLY šŸ“RILLITO PARK • 4502 N 1ST AVE, TUCSON, AZ 🐶 @oldsoulsanimalrescue @paws_without_borders @rescuemetucson HOT/SAVORY @substancediner @hotsaucenpepper @huhushouseofdumplings Eatgypt Bereisheet 129 @bobbyskitchen__ @delcielotamal @lovinspoonfulstucson @ensenadastreetfood @mayascajunkitchen @therealnaughtyvegan @patricias_cuban_kitchen @scratchingtheplate @themakanbowl @theveganjointaz @youslydogtucson @yumyumpocha_ DESSERTS @atekei_treats @thirddaysourdough @treats_by_gabby @donutblitz @abstractaquariums @sweetrollsandmore @tucsonchocolatefactory @uniquelymadecookies @coolkidssnackcakes @dirty_t_tamarindo @duckys_pineapplebananabread @tiasourdough @eatbliss.az @flourpotvegan @maxa_oats @sahteinpatisserie Counter Crispies BEVERAGES @espressoul_cafe @transit.tea @yourcoffeestopaz @barlapachanga @scentedleaf @konaiceofmarana @littlebearlemonade Wrapido @bardownfitnessandnutrition @brewingcupofculture @lemonpoptucson SHOP LOCAL @barknberryaz @cosmicfoundry @desierto_designs @enjoycrochetandknit @greenexpressiontucson @harvestedcreations @purpleskyincense @ricos_threads @snackabeesaz @sparkle_sparrow_az @spunkykind @yellowbirdfarm @wisteriacreekcottage @wisdombodyandsoul @tacosysalsa_tucson @thedrecreations #tucsonevents #vegantucson #tucsonsmallbusiness #tucsonlocal
@Sonoranrestaurantweek runs from September 4 through 13, 2026, and it’s the perfect excuse to pair a day of Tucson sightseeing with a prix fixe meal. Since the Old Pueblo packs desert trails, historic missions, art districts, and a UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation into one metro area, visitors can easily build a full day around any interest and land near a Restaurant Week stop when it’s time to eat.

Swipe to see six itineraries built around Tucson’s core attractions, each paired with nearby restaurants participating in this year’s event. Menus and prices are subject to change, so it’s worth confirming details on the Sonoran Restaurant Week website before heading out.@Sonoranrestaurantweek runs from September 4 through 13, 2026, and it’s the perfect excuse to pair a day of Tucson sightseeing with a prix fixe meal. Since the Old Pueblo packs desert trails, historic missions, art districts, and a UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation into one metro area, visitors can easily build a full day around any interest and land near a Restaurant Week stop when it’s time to eat. Swipe to see six itineraries built around Tucson’s core attractions, each paired with nearby restaurants participating in this year’s event. Menus and prices are subject to change, so it’s worth confirming details on the Sonoran Restaurant Week website before heading out.
Ten days. One hundred twenty-five tables. 
@Sonoranrestaurantweek begins TODAY! Have you built your itinerary?šŸ‘€

From September 4 to 13, local restaurants across Southern Arizona will come together for 10 days of incredible fixed-price menus at $15 to $55 — at least 20% off what they’re worth—giving diners the perfect excuse to explore Tucson’s amazing food scene. 

#sonoranrestaurantweek #srw2026 
#tucsonfoodie #tucsonarizonaTen days. One hundred twenty-five tables. @Sonoranrestaurantweek begins TODAY! Have you built your itinerary?šŸ‘€ From September 4 to 13, local restaurants across Southern Arizona will come together for 10 days of incredible fixed-price menus at $15 to $55 — at least 20% off what they’re worth—giving diners the perfect excuse to explore Tucson’s amazing food scene. #sonoranrestaurantweek #srw2026 #tucsonfoodie #tucsonarizona