Best Of Tucson Foodie (May 2023): Top Articles, Video & Socials

(Photo courtesy of Street Taco & Beer Co.)

Best Of Tucson Foodie (May 2023): Top Articles, Video & Socials

May 31, 20232 min read

We tend to share a lot throughout each month and we understand it can be hard to keep up. Heck, sometimes we can’t even keep track of it all (just joking).

Keep scrolling to catch up on the most popular articles, new videos, and top social media posts of May 2023.

Top Articles

Everything you need to know about the new Tucson Foodie

The Tucson Foodie team is excited to reveal an important shift in our direction. For more than a decade, we’ve made it our goal to be your trusted source for food, beverage, and restaurant news in the vibrant culinary city Tucson has grown to be. Read more…

On Thursday, May 25 (the same day we shared the article above), we hosted an AMA (Ask Me Anything) on Reddit, which can be seen below.

Tucson restaurants closing (temporarily) this Summer

While the warmer days of summer mean “ramp-up time” for restaurants in many cities, industry folk here in Tucson are accustomed to the opposite. As students and snowbirds go on sabbatical, many restaurant owners have created a habit of following suit, closing up shop from days to months. Read more…

‘Chick-in Waffle’ opens its first Arizona location in Tucson
Asian Chili (Photo courtesy of Chick-in Waffle)

The Kansas City, Missouri-based restaurant chain Chick-in Waffle has flown the coop and landed near the corner of Grant and Craycroft Road. It’s located inside the former Burger King at 5524 E. Grant Rd., sharing a nearby lot with Frida’s Cafe and across the street from Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen and The Quesadillas. Read more…

Top Social Media Posts

Screwbean Brewing officially opens its doors
Street Taco & Beer Co. is now open on the east side
Hillhouse Coffee hosts its Grand Opening

This Week in Tucson Foodie Podcast

The new CEO of Tucson Foodie, Shane Reiser and Head of Video, Feng-Feng Yeh discuss the challenges of surviving in a food media start-up by navigating the uncharted territory of AI. Adaptation is key. They also discuss selected highlights of the top Tucson Foodie news and events. Shot on location at Tucson’s Trail Dust Town.

Comfort Food Eats with the Ying Yang Twins at the Pima County Fair

Deep fry it, cover it in hot Cheetos, and call it fair food. Follow us as we jump into our new long-form video program as we eat our way through the Pima County Fair featuring the Ying Yang Twins!

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C I Chu’s Mongolian BBQ has permanently closed its doors at 4540 E. Broadway Blvd., ending a run of more than 25 years at the same midtown Tucson address. A handwritten sign posted on the restaurant’s exterior confirmed the closure and noted that owner Calvin Chu can be reached at 520-370-7144 by anyone interested in reopening the business.

“We are sad to say C.I. Chu’s Mongolian BBQ is closed for good,” the sign reads.

Full story on Tucsonfoodie.comC I Chu’s Mongolian BBQ has permanently closed its doors at 4540 E. Broadway Blvd., ending a run of more than 25 years at the same midtown Tucson address. A handwritten sign posted on the restaurant’s exterior confirmed the closure and noted that owner Calvin Chu can be reached at 520-370-7144 by anyone interested in reopening the business. “We are sad to say C.I. Chu’s Mongolian BBQ is closed for good,” the sign reads. Full story on Tucsonfoodie.com
@Vegantucsonnightmarket returns December 5, from 6-9pm at Rillito Park!🌙 

Vendors apply in bio! App deadline is October 26. 

Photos by @astra1wanderer@Vegantucsonnightmarket returns December 5, from 6-9pm at Rillito Park!🌙 Vendors apply in bio! App deadline is October 26. Photos by @astra1wanderer
@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
@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@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