Your Guide to Sonoran Restaurant Week 2023

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Your Guide to Sonoran Restaurant Week 2023

by Shane ReiserAug 30, 202313 min read

Sonoran Restaurant Week 2023 is a wrap! Thank you to all the restaurants that participated, all the foodies that dined locally over the past 10 days, and to our sponsors Visit Tucson, Rio Nuevo, The Tucson Metro Chamber, Commerce Bank of AZ, The Downtown Clifton, Tucson Weekly, and The Tucson City of Gastronomy.

In a few weeks, we will share the final impact report right here. Until next year, stay hungry my friends!

Now in its fifth year, Sonoran Restaurant Week is back September 8-17, providing both locals and visitors a unique opportunity to explore and fall in love (again?) with Tucson's incredible restaurant scene. Use this page as your guide to Restaurant Week. Scroll down or click "Map View" (on mobile) to see the list of participating restaurants and their menus. If you're like us and you intend to create a plan of action for Sonoran Restaurant Week, scheduling out all your breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for the entire 10 days — be sure to add some flexibility — stay tuned as this page is updated daily as new restaurants join and send us their menus. As you'll see, most restaurants offer a prix fixe menu at either a $25, $35, or $45 price point. Though, some restaurants went above and beyond, creating super special menus for you to enjoy at multiple price points. We loved their ideas so much, we allowed for this flexibility. Cause when a horse wants to run, there ain't no sense in closing the gate, right? Have fun out there!
Note: Sonoran Restaurant Week is produced by Tucson Foodie and supported by Visit Tucson, Rio Nuevo, The Tucson Metro Chamber, Commerce Bank of AZ, The Downtown Clifton, Tucson Weekly, and The Tucson City of Gastronomy.

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Fettucine Alfredo at Vero Amore (Photo credit: Jackie Tran)

Amore

12130 N Dove Mountain Blvd #104Marana

Course 1: Posole Soup Course 1: Your choice of:
  • Carne Asada Pizza (with green salsa and/or Mexican cheese, depending on availability), or
  • Elote Pasta (ditalini, corn, pico de gallo, line cream sauce, chille powder)
Course 3: Horchata Timamisu Price: $45

Anello (Photo by Anna Smirnova)

ANELLO

222 E 6th StDowntown

Seasonal salad - Shaved kohlrabi, local sweetie apples, mustard vinaigrette, aged cheddar and pecans Pizza - Fontina, shaved red onion, local red chili, lemon, prickly pear creme fraiche Dessert - Monsoon white chocolate, mesquite graham cracker crumble, dos manos Honey Price: $35 TCOG Badge Restaurant

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Barrio Brewing Co. (Photo credit: Adam Lehrman)

Barrio Brewing Co.

800 E 16th StDowntown

Shrimp Culichi (Pan Seared Shrimp In A Roasted Pablano Pepper Sauce With Creama, Jalapenos, Avocado, Garlic, And Cotija Cheese) Comes With White Rice, Classic Calabacitas and a Pint of your choice 🍺 Price: $25 TCOG Badge Restaurant

BRAVA at Borderlands

2500 E 6th StUniversity & 4th Ave

Entree of 3 Sonoran inspired Carne Seca tacos. Sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and green chiles on our house made tortillas paired with our Viejo Pueblo Blonde Ale Dessert of Sonoran twist on a Chocolate Truffle Mouse infused with the flavors of our Noche Dulce porter paired with a pint of the very same Noche Dulce Porter Price: $25 TCOG Badge Artisan

(Photo by Jackie Tran)

Caffe Torino

10325 N La Cañada DrOro Valley

Appetizer:

Lump crab cake with citrus spring mix, parsley aioli
Or
Summer salad - spring mix, strawberries, mandarin segments, feta cheese, sliced almonds, blueberry vinaigrette

Main course.

Veal saltimbocca ( with prosciutto and sage). linguine garlic, oil and chili flakes, sautéed spinach
Or
Shrimp risotto - peas Parmesan risotto, shrimp in lemon butter sauce.

Dessert

Panna cotta
Or
Chocolate chip Cannoli

Price: $35

Margherita Pizza from Charred Pie (Photo credit: Jackie Tran)

Charred Pie

12125 N Oracle Rd #105Oro Valley

Dinner for two

Drinks: choose two (glass house wine, beer, or non-alcoholic beverage)

1 pizza to share (choice of Margherita, Pepperoni or Sausage & Fennel)

1 dessert to share

Price: $25

Cup Cafe

311 E Congress St #1811Downtown

First course: Queso Fundido stuffed bell pepper - Panella cheese, roasted corn, green chilies, roasted in a red bell pepper. Topped with chili con queso. Served with flour tortillas.

Second course: Arroz Mar y Tierra - Saffron rice baked with chorizo, peppers, and onion. Topped with shrimp, clams and duck confit.

Served with a glass of Sonoran Sangria

Price: $45

TCOG Badge Restaurant

dedicated Gluten Free Bakery & Coffee Shop (Photo credit: Taylor Noel Photography)

Dedicated gluten free bakery & coffee shop

4500 E Speedway Blvd #41Midtown

Appetizer (choose two)
  • Spinach & Artichoke Crostini Crusty bread brushed with olive oil, toasted to golden brown perfection and offered with our popular spinach artichoke spread.
  • Roasted Garlic Hummus Plate (VEGAN) Our distinctive roasted garlic hummus served with cucumber, bell peppers, carrots, and your choice of toasted sliced bread.
Main Course - Dedicated's Famous Tucson Barbara Sandwiches (choose two)
  • “the Eden"" aka I Dream of Turkey - Slices of classic turkey breast, bacon, havarti, and arugula on our fresh baked bread slices spread with a pumpkin aioli. The major flavor will have you wishing for more.
  • “the Kingsolver"" aka The Bean Trees - Dedicated’s Blackbean Sammie (VEGAN) An irresistibly delicious black bean patty, topped with arugula, roasted red peppers, and spicy seasoned pepitos on our fan favorite sourdough bread.
Dessert - Twin Thumbprint Cookies - a pairing of seasonal flavors (Vegan)
  • First, the Apple Butter Thumbprint Cookie: this masterpiece captures the essence of autumn, a symphony of orchard-fresh sweetness that's both nostalgic and refined.
  • Next, the Cherry Blueberry Jam Thumbprint Cookie: A harmonious composition of cherries and blueberries that dances on your taste buds, an ode to the vividness of summer's finest fruits.
Drinks
  • Sparkling Orchard Elixir - a delightful combination of crisp apple cider and an effervescent seltzer
  • Pumpkin Spice Dirty Chai- (hot or iced) experience the enchantment of fall in a cup.
Price: $45 for 2 people dedicated's participation is sponsored by Commerce Bank of AZ.

Dominick's Real Italian

8330 N Thornydale Rd #150Northwest

Starters (choose one)
  • Tomato Bisque Soup - a creamy tomato soup topped with house baked croutons
  • Chef Salad - Blend of spring mix and romaine lettuce, topped with black pepper bacon bits, capicola, prosciutto, cucumber, tomato, red onion, shaved carrots, and cheddar cheese. Served with your choice of dressing
Entree Stuffed Red Bell Peppers - Sweet red peppers, roasted in house, stuffed with fresh mozzarella, Romano and parmesan cheese, and a blend of Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes floured and seared, served atop classic mushroom risotto and with a lemon pesto cream sauce Dessert Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake - Delicious vanilla cheesecake loaded with chocolate chip cookie dough on an Oreo cookie crust. Served with chocolate syrup and whipped cream. Price: $25

El Antojo Poblano

1108 West Saint Marys RoadDowntown

Enmoladas de Pollo for two: Freshly made tortillas, stuffed with chicken and bathed in mole, with onion and cheese. Accompanied with rice. (Tortilla recien hecha, rellena de pollo banada en mole, con cebolla y queso. Acompanadas con arroz.) **Mole - A thick, rich, chocolate sauce with various spices** Any two beverages of your choice. Price: $35 for two people TCOG Badge Restaurant

Cauliflower and other dishes at Figs Oven + Enoteca (Photo by Jackie Tran)

Figs Oven + Enoteca

7301 E Tanque Verde Rd Ste 121Eastside

glass of Sparkling Rosé aperitivo (choose one)
  • fresh mozzarella & tomato bruschetta
  • brussels & bacon
  • baked heirloom tomato & burrata
primi (choose one)
  • chicken parmigiano
  • eggplant parmigiano
  • mediterranean gemelli
  • mussels, sausage & spaghetti
  • rigatoni bolognese
  • shrimp alfredo
  • spaghetti & meatballs
dolce (choose one)
  • warm fudge brownie
  • cannoli
  • affogato
Price: $45

Meat Lasagna fom Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria (Photo credit: Jackie Tran)

Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria

3011 E Speedway BlvdUniversity & 4th Ave

Caesar Salad

Choose: Chicken Marsala with Fettuccini Alfredo or Chicken Piccata with Linguini

Choose: Tiramisu or New York Style Cheesecake

Choose: Glass of Wine or Craft Beer

Price: $35

Gallery of Food

2522 E Fort Lowell RdMidtown

The City of Gastronomy Veggie Burger - Savory house-made veggie burger made with native tepary beans & Father Kino’s heritage chickpeas, topped with aioli, poblanos, seared onion, sunflower sprouts & fresh goat cheese. Served with rosemary sweet potato wedges + your choice of fresh brewed teas & our delicious citrus olive oil cake. Price: $25 TCOG Badge Restaurant

Ghini's French Caffe

1803 E Prince RdMidtown

FIRST COURSE (Choice of 2)
  • Cup of Vegetable Soup (vegan)
  • Cup of French Onion Soup
  • Cranberry Feta Salad with a citrus vinaigrette
SECOND COURSE (Choice of 2)
  • Eggs Provençal with freshly baked bread (vegan option)
  • Fresh PEI Mussels over capellini noodles, served with basil grilled baguette
  • Tomato Basil Pasta (vegan) (non-vegan with chicken)
  • Provençal Tofu Scramble with freshly baked bread (vegan)
DRINKS or DESSERT (Choice of 2)
  • Glass of wine (White or Red or Rosé)
  • Creative Coffee (can be made vegan)
  • Lavender Lemonade (vegan)
  • Single Strawberry Shortcake
Price: $35 for 2 people Available for dine-in or take-out TCOG Badge Restaurant

Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery/Bistro

5845 N Oracle RdNorthwest

Menu Option #1
Breakfast pizza for two
Two non-alcoholic beverages

Price: $25

Menu Option #2
Greek burger with choice of side
Non-alcoholic beverage
Gourmet cupcake

Price: $25

Inca's Peruvian Cuisine (Photo courtesy of Tucson Meet Yourself 2023)

Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine

6878 E Sunrise Dr #130Foothills

Appetizer - Papa Rellena - Sculptured potato stuffed with minced Superior Angus Beef® and Peruvian spices. Served with salsa criolla

Main Dish 1: Carapulcra - Dehydrated potato (papa seca) casserole cooked with beef chicken and pork seasoned with a blend of Peruvian spices. Served with jasmine rice

Main Dish 2: Ají de gallina - Prime pulled chicken breast, cooked in aji amarillo and roasted walnuts, served over sliced boiled potatoes. Served with jasmine rice

Price: $45 for 2 people

Dining room at Kingfisher (Photo by Taylor Noel Photography)

Kingfisher Bar & Grill

2564 E Grant RdUniversity & 4th Ave

Course 1:

Four Grilled and Chilled Gulf Shrimp*: tail-on Gulf shrimp, grilled and chilled, with cocktail sauce and cilantro-lime sauce

Course 2:

Small Seasonal Mesclun Greens with kalamata olives, grape tomatoes, shaved red onion, and house balsamic-lemon dressing

Course 3 - Choice of:

Macadamia Nut Crusted Hawaiian Fish* with lemongrass butter sauce, Texmati rice, sautéed spinach, and fried sweet potato chips

OR

Pan-Seared, Skin-On Atlantic Salmon* served on top of chermoula sauce, with herbed pearl couscous, green beans, and smoked tomato aioli

Price: $45

Mama Louisa's (Photo by Jackie Tran)

Mama Louisa’s Italian Restaurant

2041 S Craycroft RdMidtown

Three courses: Salad: Calabrian Cesar Salad Choice of one entrée:
  • Guido’s Alfredo: Slow smoked pork shoulder, alfredo, house made fettucine, Tuscan Slaw, Guido Gold, tobacco onions, OR
  • Calabrian Gnocchi: Gnocchi, Calabrian chili bacon jam, shaved brussels, mushrooms, ricotta, pickled onions, nut brittle
Dessert: Our classic Cannoli Price: $35 TCOG Badge Restaurant

Grilled Branzino at North Italia (Photo credit: Jackie Tran)

North Italia

2995 E Skyline DrFoothills

Starter (Choose 1)

  • Little Gem Caesar
  • Arugula & Avocado Salad
  • Heirloom Tomato & Burrata
  • Eggplant Parmesan
  • Sicilian Meatball
  • Charcuterie Plate

Main (Choose 1)

  • Bolognese
  • Spicy Rigatoni Vodka
  • Chicken Pesto
  • Roasted Salmon
  • Chicken Parmesan
  • Roasted Porchetta

Dessert (Choose 1)

  • Torta Caprese
  • Salted Caramel Budino
Price: $45

Playground Bar & Lounge (Photo credit: Jackie Tran)

Playground Bar & Lounge

278 E Congress StDowntown

Note: Playground is both a club and restaurant. The restaurant is open (and thus, serving the below Sonoran Restaurant Week menu) Friday - Sunday. The kitchen closes at 10pm, but the club remains open. Playground's SRW menu

Prep & Pastry brunch (Photo by Jackie Tran)

Prep & Pastry

2660 N Campbell AveMidtown

To share: Prickly Pear French Toast - prickly pear glaze, lime whipped cream, tajin

Choice of: Prep’s Relleno OR Southwest Croissant Sammie

Two coffee drinks (specialty coffees included!)

Price: $45

Proof (Photo by Jackie Tran)

Proof Artisanal Pizza & Pasta

4340 N Campbell AveFoothills

Choose one item from each course:
Salad:
  • Caesar: romaine, romano, lemon, garlic herb croutons, parmesan, Caesar dressing
  • S.W. Simple: mixed greens, purple onion, heirloom cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado vinaigrette
Entrée:
  • Roasted Chicken Chipotle Linguine: cream sauce, chipotle, roasted red peppers, romano, cilantro, roasted chicken, linguine
  • Speziato Serrano Spaghetti: roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, capers, spinach, red sauce, serrano, spaghetti
Dessert:
  • Mango panna cotta
  • Chocolate flan
Price: $35 TCOG Badge Restaurant

(Photo courtesy of Reforma)

Reforma Modern Mexican

4340 N Campbell Ave Ste 101Foothills

Choose one item from each course:
Salad:
  • Southwest Caesar: romaine, spiced croutons, cotija cheese, parmesan, lemon, Caesar dressing
  • Fiesta Simple Salad: romaine, sliced avocado, cucumber, black bean, roasted corn, tortilla strips, avocado vinaigrette
Entrée:
  • Pork Chop: Sautéed pork chop, spanish rice, sautéed squash, sautéed corn with salsa verde
  • Cauliflower Relleno: Sautéed onion, poblano, garlic, roasted cauliflower, queso fresco, with spanish rice and Mole sauce.
Dessert:
  • Mango panna cotta
  • Chocolate flan
Price: $35 TCOG Badge Restaurant

Rocco's Little Chicago Pizzeria

2555 E Broadway BlvdUniversity & 4th Ave

Get on board the Flavortown Express this Sonoran Restaurant Week!

Eat what Guy on the DDD ate for just $35 for dine in!

Includes 6 chicken wings of your flavor preference, 3 breadsticks (choose regular, spicy hot sticks, or BBQ sticks), and a 9" deep dish Kitchen Sink pizza.

Feel free to substitute a double house salad for the chicken wings and omit the pizza meats if you're not feeling carnivorous!

Price: $35

Baby Back Ribs at Saguaro Corners (Photo by Jackie Tran)

Saguaro Corners Restaurant & Bar

3750 S Old Spanish TrailEastside

Appetizer: Cowboy Potstickers: Crispy Pork & Vegetable Dumplings. Soy Macha Salsa & Yum Yum Sauce OR Fire Roasted Corn “Ribs”, Tahin Butter, Cotija, Elote Aioli Main: Traditional Birria: Red Chile Braised Beef in a rich Broth with chopped Onions, Cilantro, Cotija cheese, and Tortillas. OR Sonoran Dry Rubbed Bone In Pork Chop, Calabacitas con Queso, Papas Bravas, Prickly Pear Chiltepin Sauce, Cilantro Oil Dessert: Dessert Nachos: Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips, Frescos con Crema, Chile Spiced Chocolate Salsa, Fruit Pico OR Bavarian Cream filled Churros with Chocolate and Caramel Price: $45 TCOG Badge Restaurant

(Photo courtesy of The Leo Kent Hotel)

St. Cruz at the Leo Kent

1 South Church AvenueDowntown

Sonoran Chopped Salad | Black Beans, corn esquite, tomato, cotija, Honey lime vinaigrette

Chicken Tinga Tacos | pickled onion, slaw, pico de gallo, avocado, chorizo black beans

Paletas Duo | Mango chamoy, Strawberry Tajin

Price: $35

Note: St. Cruz Restaurant and Bar is inside The Leo Kent Hotel

Steak Tacos at The Quesadillas (Photo by Jackie Tran)

The Quesadillas

2418 N Craycroft RdMidtown

Menu Option #1: 2 Quesadillas of either:
  • Mesquite Grilled Carne Asada (Steak)
  • Mesquite Grilled Pollo (Chicken)
  • Mesquite Grilled Al Pastor (Pork)
  • Made with Love Birria (Shredded Beef)
  • Made with Love Barbarcoa (Shredded Beef)
  • Rajas con Crema
  • Veggies (Zucchini, Corn, Mushroom, Bell Pepper)
  • Shrimp
  • Best Ribeye
  • Chicken Bacon
  • Chorizo
Rice and Beans 2 Drink of 1/2 Liter Mexican Bottle or Fountain drink Price: $25 Menu Option #2: 6 Tacos of either:
  • Mesquite Grilled Carne Asada (Steak)
  • Mesquite Grilled Pollo (Chicken)
  • Mesquite Grilled Al Pastor (Pork)
  • Made with Love Birria (Shredded Beef)
  • Made with Love Barbarcoa (Shredded Beef)
  • Rajas con Crema
  • Veggies (Zucchini, Corn, Mushroom, Bell Pepper)
  • Chorizo
2 Drinks of 1/2 Liter Mexican Bottle or Fountain Drink Price: $25

Pizzas at Zio Peppe (Photo by Jackie Tran)

Zio Peppe

6502 E Tanque Verde RdEastside

First Course - choice of: Elote Arancini (3) with Cilantro + Lime Crema, Tajín, and Queso Fresco Or Chilled Avocado Soup with Shrimp, Mango, Chipotle Crème Fraîche, and Lobster Oil Entrées - choice of: Pan-seared Salmon, Tamale Cake, Basil and Pea Coulis, Coconut-Lime-Butterfly Pea Sauce Or Beef Short Rib Peposo - Braised Beef Short Rib, Polenta, Red Wine and Black Pepper Braising Jus, Onions en Escabeche, Fennel Dessert: Chocolate Flourless Cake Price: $45 TCOG Badge Restaurant

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Vendors apply in bio! App deadline is October 26. 

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@Jundynasty has served Sichuan dishes on Grant Road for 13 years.🌶️ 

General manager Jacob Yeung credits one idea above all: “We’ve grown since then, but the key has always been consistency.”

Stop in for Flaming Chili Oil, Walnut Shrimp, chow fun, or sautéed green beans finished with Sichuan peppercorns. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. 

2933 E. Grant Road

Read the full story at tucsonfoodie.com@Jundynasty has served Sichuan dishes on Grant Road for 13 years.🌶️ General manager Jacob Yeung credits one idea above all: “We’ve grown since then, but the key has always been consistency.” Stop in for Flaming Chili Oil, Walnut Shrimp, chow fun, or sautéed green beans finished with Sichuan peppercorns. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. 2933 E. Grant Road Read the full story at tucsonfoodie.com
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Customers can stop in between now and Saturday for one last meal. The team plans to sell down its inventory, though it hopes to have favorite dishes available. Regular hours remain 9am-3pm through the final day.

“Running this kitchen has been a labor of love, but the numbers just aren’t adding up anymore, and as parents, we have to make the hard choice to step back and take care of what matters most at home.” 

Read the article on Tucsonfoodie.com@Lovinspoonfulstucson is closing after more than 20 years in Tucson. Its final day of service runs on Saturday, Oct. 24. Customers can stop in between now and Saturday for one last meal. The team plans to sell down its inventory, though it hopes to have favorite dishes available. Regular hours remain 9am-3pm through the final day. “Running this kitchen has been a labor of love, but the numbers just aren’t adding up anymore, and as parents, we have to make the hard choice to step back and take care of what matters most at home.” Read the article on Tucsonfoodie.com
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