Zio Peppe

Zio Peppe on East Tanque Verde Road in Tucson offers a modern, welcoming atmosphere with a blend of rustic and contemporary design elements. The interior features warm wood tones, an open pizza kitchen with a stone hearth oven, and comfortable seating that creates a casual yet refined dining experience. Known for its innovative fusion of Italian-American and Sonoran flavors, Zio Peppe provides a unique Tucson culinary experience. Signature dishes include the El Rustico Birria Pizza, topped with beef birria, mozzarella, onion, and cilantro, served with a side of consommé for dipping. The Fettuccine Alfredorado combines creamy Alfredo sauce with red chile purée and slow-fried garlic, offering a spicy twist on a classic favorite. For dessert, the Taconnoli — a cannoli-inspired taco filled with ricotta, mascarpone, pistachios, and orange zest — provides a sweet and inventive finish to the meal.