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Samurai has closed after 40 years in Tucson.

The Japanese restaurant at 3912 N. Oracle Rd. announced Oct. 25 as its last day of business. “With mixed emotions, we announce the closing of Samurai after 40 wonderful years serving the Tucson community,” the owners wrote on Facebook. Samurai served noodles, sushi, curry, and donburi in Midtown.

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Samurai has closed after 40 years in Tucson. The Japanese restaurant at 3912 N. Oracle Rd. announced Oct. 25 as its last day of business. “With mixed emotions, we announce the closing of Samurai after 40 wonderful years serving the Tucson community,” the owners wrote on Facebook. Samurai served noodles, sushi, curry, and donburi in Midtown. Full story on Tucsonfoodie.com.

OPENING TOMORROW! NEW TURKISH RESTAURANT IN TUCSON

@Anatoliatucson celebrates its grand opening Friday, Oct. 30, at 5931 N. Oracle Rd., bringing Turkish cuisine to Tucson’s northwest side. The menu features freshly made pide, lahmacun, kebabs, mezze, seafood, and vegan specialties.

To celebrate opening weekend, enjoy 15% off all menu items Oct. 30 through Nov. 1. Anatolia plans to be open daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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OPENING TOMORROW! NEW TURKISH RESTAURANT IN TUCSON @Anatoliatucson celebrates its grand opening Friday, Oct. 30, at 5931 N. Oracle Rd., bringing Turkish cuisine to Tucson’s northwest side. The menu features freshly made pide, lahmacun, kebabs, mezze, seafood, and vegan specialties. To celebrate opening weekend, enjoy 15% off all menu items Oct. 30 through Nov. 1. Anatolia plans to be open daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Read the article on Tucsonfoodie.com

Keep an eye on these seven young chefs in Tucson. From fermentation at @sunshine_wine_tucson to whole-animal butchery at @forbes_meat_company and smash burgers at @bisouburger, a new generation is shaping local menus. "I try to manipulate foods as little as possible and let the natural flavor of everything shine through," said Forbes Meat Company executive chef Mataya Phillips. Meet Wyatt Carrizosa, Mataya Phillips, Gabby Alba, William Jacobs and Jeff Garland, Mallorie Hart, and Nick Avram.

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Keep an eye on these seven young chefs in Tucson. From fermentation at @sunshine_wine_tucson to whole-animal butchery at @forbes_meat_company and smash burgers at @bisouburger, a new generation is shaping local menus. "I try to manipulate foods as little as possible and let the natural flavor of everything shine through," said Forbes Meat Company executive chef Mataya Phillips. Meet Wyatt Carrizosa, Mataya Phillips, Gabby Alba, William Jacobs and Jeff Garland, Mallorie Hart, and Nick Avram. Full story on Tucsonfoodie.com

From washing dishes at 15 to becoming the owner and executive chef, @Nick_avram’s story is rooted in Mount Lemmon and his family’s legacy at @Sawmillrun.

In this Q&A, he discusses his journey, “Mountain Sonoran” cuisine, local sourcing, and what’s ahead for fall.

Read the full Q&A at Tucsonfoodie.com🌲

From washing dishes at 15 to becoming the owner and executive chef, @Nick_avram’s story is rooted in Mount Lemmon and his family’s legacy at @Sawmillrun. In this Q&A, he discusses his journey, “Mountain Sonoran” cuisine, local sourcing, and what’s ahead for fall. Read the full Q&A at Tucsonfoodie.com🌲

@Brickboxbrewery will close its doors Nov. 29. The downtown Tucson taproom at 220 E. Broadway Blvd. announced the news on Instagram.

“We want to thank all of you that have contributed and shared the space with us over the years,” the brewery wrote. The taproom invites customers to visit over the next month for one last round.

Full story on Tucsonfoodie.com

@Brickboxbrewery will close its doors Nov. 29. The downtown Tucson taproom at 220 E. Broadway Blvd. announced the news on Instagram. “We want to thank all of you that have contributed and shared the space with us over the years,” the brewery wrote. The taproom invites customers to visit over the next month for one last round. Full story on Tucsonfoodie.com

Grant Road construction near Alvernon Way is nearing its end. Crews started in May 2024 and expect to finish October 2026. The finished road will have six lanes, landscaped medians, and buffered bike lanes.

Meanwhile, neighborhood restaurants have kept serving customers through lane shifts and driveway limits. Drivers who avoided the area may have skipped a few favorites. Now that the finish line is in sight, it is a good time to return. Here are four restaurants worth a visit.

@godimsumaz
@karameloking
@noodleholicstucson
@rancheroscarniceriagrant

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Grant Road construction near Alvernon Way is nearing its end. Crews started in May 2024 and expect to finish October 2026. The finished road will have six lanes, landscaped medians, and buffered bike lanes. Meanwhile, neighborhood restaurants have kept serving customers through lane shifts and driveway limits. Drivers who avoided the area may have skipped a few favorites. Now that the finish line is in sight, it is a good time to return. Here are four restaurants worth a visit. @godimsumaz @karameloking @noodleholicstucson @rancheroscarniceriagrant More guides on Tucsonfoodie.com