Join the Tucson Foodie team for a special 13-course dinner at Mariscos Chihuahua! At 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, we’re heading to their iconic spot at 1009 N. Grande Ave. to savor the best of their legendary menu alongside fellow food lovers.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-timer, this is your chance to experience the magic of Mariscos Chihuahua. Don’t miss it!
Fun fact: Mariscos Chihuahua was the first place our CEO, Shane, dined when he arrived in Tucson! It’s also one of my personal favorite Mexican spots in Tucson and one that I think defines Tucson’s restaurant scene.
This 13-course dinner is a curated tour of Mariscos Chihuahua’s best and most popular dishes:
Dinner Menu
Starters
- Seafood Ceviche – Shrimp marinated in lime juice, tossed with fresh tomatoes, onion, cucumber, and seasoned with cilantro served in a bowl with tostadas or chips, and
- Garbanzo Ceviche.
Appetizers
- Torito – Mouth watering caribe chile stuffed with a housemade shrimp machaca wrapped in bacon crisped to a toasty spicy sensation,
- Calamari Empanizado – Delicious calamari dusted in a zesty Mexican-style breading that cooks to a golden brown crisp, and
- Chicharron – Breaded fish filet nuggets fried to a golden brown crisp.
PLATE ONE
- Shrimp Relleno – Shrimp stuffed with cheese wrapped in bacon,
- Pulpo Mojo – Octopus sautéed in house spices with chopped garlic, and
- Camarón Empanizado – Large shrimp fried to a golden brown.
PLATE TWO
- Fish Culichi – Fish filets sautéed in house spices with a creamy green chile sauce,
- Shrimp Culichi – The dish that made them famous! Shrimp sautéed in their house spices served in a creamy green chile sauce, and
- Chicken Bucanero – Shrimp sautéed with house spices served in a creamy red chile sauce.
DESSERTS
- Flan – Homemade Mexican Style Custard, and
- Cheesecake
Tickets for this 13-course dinner are just $75, plus tax and gratuity – a fantastic deal! Enhance your evening with an optional drink pairing, including your choice of two cocktails, beers, or wines, for only $15 more.
Seats are limited, so RSVP here today! This is a chance to savor the flavors that have made Mariscos Chihuahua a Tucson treasure.
A Taste of History
The Preciado family, owners of Mariscos Chihuahua have been earning the praise and adoration of the Tucson community for 25+ years now. Amidst the intricately detailed murals of seafood and transportive oceanview scenery that adorn their walls is a slew of awards and press clippings earned throughout their tenure — all thanks to their famous Shrimp Culichi.
“Customers ask, ‘What’s that green sauce?’ when they see a server pass by with the Culichi,” said Cirilo Preciado.
The Shrimp Culichi gained popularity in the 90s as it was an uncommon, yet incredibly tasty, dish in the United States. The creamy Culichi sauce has a kick from the blended house spices. You can choose fish or chicken instead of sautéed shrimp, and the dish is always topped with mozzarella cheese and served with salad, rice, and a corn tortilla.
Similarly, their Bucanero is another favorite among regulars. This dish mirrors the ingredients found in the Shrimp Culichi but incorporates red chilies instead of green, adding a touch of extra heat.
The Nogales, Mexico-based seafood restaurant expanded to Tucson in 1994, bringing their beloved recipes with them. The Grande location was the first Tucson restaurant opened by the Preciado family.
Over time, other independently owned locations have opened, all proudly serving the legendary Shrimp Culichi.
Get your tickets for the dinner at tkt.page. Mariscos Chihuahua is located at 1009 N. Grande Ave. For more information, visit mariscoschihuahua.com.
