The Best Cafes in Tucson

"With hearty breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes big enough to feed a crowd, owner Kim Scanlan strives to make your first meal of the day fun, creative, and filling. The original Baja Cafe opened on Broadway back in March of 2014 and the restaurant has been keeping folks on their toes ever since."

"An unassuming James Beard Award nominated chef serving up some of the best and correctly-sized grilled breakfast burritos in Tucson. Worth waiting in whatever line you encounter."

"Where both locals and visitors want to be (like all the time). Turns into a mezcal bar at night with some of the best home-cooked Mexican food I've ever had."

"Best hidden outdoor patio to work at. Good wifi, plenty of outlets, and lots of shade."

"Super cute, fresh pastries every day, amazingly kind staff, and a full breakfast and lunch menu to boot."

"One of my favorite spots to grab a pastry in town! The patio is perfect for great conversations and it's fun to mingle with the staff, too."

"My favorite place to get a quiche and a coffee and chill on a patio."

"Some of my favorite folks to visit in Tucson! Also, the smoothies are awesome."

"Makes you feel like you live in a bigger city. Get a freshly baked cookie."

"I know this isn't food-related but I admire how many power outlets there are spread throughout the cafe — it's a great place to work remotely! Actually, I guess this is food-related because I end up sticking around longer and order an additional smoothie or pastry."