Foodie 15: Best Churros in Tucson

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Foodie 15: Best Churros in Tucson

by Analeise FisherJan 3, 2024Updated Mar 4, 20243 min read
Every bite of the crispy confectionaries covered in cinnamon and sugar is pure joy. Whether you're craving a delicious after-dinner snack or sweet treat, look no further. From exceptional restaurants offering unique takes on the classic dessert, to family-owned food trucks and traditional bakeries, we’ve compiled a list of the best places to find fresh churros to satisfy your hunger, complete with some Foodie Faves! This Guide is part of a series that honors Tucson as the home of America’s Best Mexican Food. 
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Alaine's Green Heart Bakery

4502 N 1st AveMidtown

Disclaimer: Churros Inzunza is a food truck so the actual location will vary. 
“I love having a bunch of sauce options to drizzle over the crispy churros, and it's fun to see them being fried and prepared in front of you. Then, I top it off with a touch of strawberry drizzle — just like ketchup on fries!”
— Hannah Hernandez’s favorite

Calle Tepa

6151 E Broadway BlvdMidtown

Make your day extra sweet with Calle Tepa’s freshly made churros. On the menu, you’ll find handmade tortillas, veggie tacos, burritos, carne asada, tamales, soups, and much more. While you’re there, treat yourself to their fresh, delicious churros.

Churros El Rey

2565 East Commerce Center PlaceSouth Side

Find Churros El Rey at Comida Park at the Tanque Verde Swap Meet Fridays and Saturdays, and sample their delectable menu featuring coffees, milkshakes, icecreams, and churros. Choose from a variety of churro fillings including caramel, chocolate, condensed milk, strawberry, apple, pineapple, cream cheese, and vanilla.

El Charro Café

311 N Court AveDowntown

What’s a better pairing than tamales and churros? El Charro Café offers a wide variety of Northern Mexican and Tucson-style Mexican dishes, including shrimp ceviche, nachos, enchiladas, and their signature tamales. After dinner, finish off your evening with an order of delectable churros.

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El Sur Mexican Restaurant

5602 E 22nd StMidtown

El Sur has been serving up delicious home-style Mexican food for the Tucson community for over 20 years, offering tacos, tostadas, chimichangas, burritos, and enchiladas. And don’t forget about the churros! The restaurant has other desserts on the menu like flan and fried ice cream, but if you’re looking for something sweet and crispy, churros won’t leave you hanging.

La Estrella Bakery Inc

120 South Avenida del Convento #100Downtown

If you’re looking for authentic Mexican pastries, you can’t miss La Estrella Bakery. The family-owned business serves up delicious churros filled with either caramel or vanilla custard. Foodie Tip: Get there as early as possible because they tend to sell out every day! You can also order them ahead of time if you'd like a heap of 'em. 

La Olla Mexican Cafe

8553 N Silverbell Rd Ste 102Marana

"Whenever I eat at La Olla, I stick around for dessert! There's flan, sopapillas, and seasonal pies waiting on deck... but it's all about the churros. It's easy to save room for these puppies when they're drizzled with chocolate sauce and raspberry coulis."
— Matt Sterner’s favorite

La Yaquesita Mexican Cuisine

500 N 4th AveDowntown

Imagine getting a mighty whiff of delicious quesabirria or the heavenly aromatics of tacos while attempting to parallel park on Fourth Avenue. Now, imagine yourself chomping down on housemade churros topped with powdered sugar and a combination of sweet sauces. The churros are definitely worth the visit!

Seis Kitchen

130 South Avenida del ConventoDowntown

From humble beginnings, Seis Kitchen has expanded into three award-winning restaurants, featuring savory cuisine inspired by six culinary regions of Mexico. Seis Kitchen offers breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner menus. You can find tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and most importantly their delicious churros.

Taco Giro

610 N Grande AveDowntown

This locally-owned small chain of seven restaurants offers Sonoran and Tampiqueño fare including a variety of seafood dishes as well as Mexican and American-style breakfasts. If you’re feeling in the mood for something sweet, you can’t go wrong with some of their Churros Con Nieve.

Taqueria La Esquina

4876 S 6th AveSouth Side

 “When the churros arrive at your table, eat ‘em while they’re still warm. They’re crispy yet chewy on the inside, sweet but not too sweet, and the perfect post-meal experience. Also, there’s no need to save them for dessert — sometimes that’s all I order from the South Sixth restaurant.”
— Matt Sterner’s favorite

The Blacktop Grill

8300 N Thornydale Rd #120Northwest

Looking for a gourmet take on traditional comfort foods? Stop by The Black Top Grill for Sonoran cuisine with a twist And of course, don’t pass on their dessert churros. The menu consists of decadent hot dogs, quesadillas, chicken sandwiches, fries, and more.

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