New Restaurants, Bars & Coffee Shops in Tucson 2025

Northeast Tucson staple Renee’s announced their new take-out-only concept 313 Detroit-Style Pizza & Coneys is now open for business.

Customers can order online for take-out and pick up their order to-go at Renee’s at 7065 E. Tanque Verde Rd. Operating hours are from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. For more details, visit 313pizzandconeys.com.

There’s a lot to choose from at the bakery. Other than their baked goods, they’re serving simple espresso and tea options, grab-and-go sandwiches, and yogurt parfaits. Weekend sandwich specials are on deck, too, made with fresh bread loaves and sourdough pretzels.

BŌS Burger (pronounced “boss burger”) delivers a modern smash burger concept with American wagyu on Martin’s potato rolls. The restaurant at the MSA Annex keeps a fun, casual vibe with its shipping container setup and a cocktail bar in the works.

Get a fried onion burger double, fries, shake, and Hidden Hearth cookie.

Manager Ibrahim Aslan previously owned Turkish Kebab House (formerly known as Turkish Grill House) before selling it. He then joined the team at Brindis Bistro & Bar, which focused on pizza, panini, and soup. Upon joining, the restaurant rebranded and changed the menu to feature Turkish food while still utilizing the wood-fired brick oven. Upon arriving, the brick oven immediately greets guests. Inside, diners find a relaxed atmosphere with simple wooden tables, framed artwork, and a rustic wine-themed decor. Outside, the inviting outdoor patio is shaded by large umbrellas and greenery.

The Mixed Appetizer Sampler features an array of all their cold starters — the fluffy, sesame rich hummus, creamy roasted eggplant babagannush, chunky fried eggplant and bell pepper shakshuka, fresh dolmas fragrant with currant and herbs, dill-forward tzaziki, and bright and saucy tabbouleh with heart bites of bulgur.

Cafe Francais operates as a French bakery and patisserie, recently expanding onto Broadway location with a compact grab-and-go layout and patio seating outdoors(no indoor dining)

Highlight items like the almond croissant and salty-sweet kouign-amann.

Cal’s Bakeshop brings playful creativity to Broadway with a bright, family-friendly atmosphere and a focus on handmade pastries. The space features cartoon-style art of Cal on the walls and modern glass cases filled with colorful treats. Pops of seasonal décor and cheerful lighting give it a cozy, upbeat feel.

The menu centers on brioche donuts, cronuts, and croissants made fresh each morning. Conchas and other Mexican-inspired pastries balance the lineup with familiar comfort and a local touch. Also try the ube latte.

Cariño Coffee at 3305 North Cardillo Boulevard offers a bright, minimalist café setting with a soft pastel aesthetic. The interior features white walls, exposed beams, and pink tables and chairs that create a calm, airy atmosphere. Natural light fills the room, while a small patio with umbrellas and string lights provides relaxed outdoor seating. The photo above shows an older location; view our Instagram Reel on their current space.

The menu features both hot and cold espresso-based drinks like the Miel Canela, which is made with local honey, Saigon cinnamon, espresso, and your milk of choice. However, ceremonial-grade matcha is on hand as well — they’ve made Matzatli in the past (pineapple in Nahuatl in the form of Tepache, with piloncillo and matcha).

Charro Steak opened its second location August in the Casas Adobes Plaza at at 7109 N. Oracle Rd.

The new spot features the same mesquite-grilled steaks, sustainable seafood, and Sonoran-inspired menu that have defined the downtown restaurant since 2016.

Ciao Down Pizza Bistro in Oro Valley emphasizes inventive wood-fired pizzas and scratch ingredients in a casual yet polished setting. The location Rooney Ranch center, with seating indoors and a front patio to catch sunset views.

The signature Snake Bite pizza remains a draw, topped with chipotle-raspberry jam, jalapeños, cream cheese and hickory bacon. The menu also includes salads, starters and desserts from Ciao Down’s Treat bakery. Beverage offerings include craft sodas and ice tea, with full cocktails, beer, and wine.

Brightly colored walls, floral decorations, and patio views give this family-run Oro Valley brunch spot an overall warm feel. The menu's signature is a unique take on the Monte Cristo sandwich, offered in five flavor variations, including the Berry Delight with fresh fruit, strawberry cream cheese, and whipped cream.

Figs Oven + Enoteca marks a fresh Mediterranean-inspired entry in the former Zona 78 space, with menus rooted in scratch cooking and seasonal ingredients. The interior mixes vintage decor and antiques with moody lighting, dark walls, and a subtle nautical twist.

Current favorites include the charred Brussels sprouts starter and Tuscan steak.

Stop by for drip coffee, espresso, lattes, tea, and more from 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Also, the shop, which is owned and operated by the same folks at Frost Gelato, there’s gelato on the menu in the afternoon.

HeeMee Coffee + Bakery, located at 20 E. Congress St. in downtown Tucson, offers a serene and minimalist atmosphere with its white walls, pastel pink and peach accents, and exposed brick and ductwork. The café features a clean, modern design complemented by family artwork and soft lighting, creating a cozy environment for patrons. This inviting space reflects the bakery’s fusion of Korean, French, and Japanese influences.

While HeeMee offers an everchanging variety of handmade not-too-sweet pastries and cakes, they also offer a variety of Korean rice bowls and sandwiches. Go for the Ban-Ban Chicken Bowl, which includes a half-portion of sweet garlic fried chicken and a half-portion of spicy Korean fried chicken. On the drink side, get the Einspanner, which has local Yellow Brick Coffee cold brew topped with sweet cream.

This quaint, brand-new, Mexican restaurant is serving some delicious food and the wings did not disappoint. Their mole wings are served on custom-branded wooden cutting boards.

“The wings had that great mole flavor of a semi-sweet rich and slightly spicy chocolate sauce,” according to the Tucson Wing Expert.

Kintaro offers an all-you-can-eat Japanese dining experience with a calm, minimalist design. The interior features warm wood paneling, clean lines, and neatly spaced tables that create an open, airy feel. Keep in mind that the wait for a table can approach two hours during peak times.

Kintoki Sushi House & Bar offers a polished Japanese dining experience with a sleek, contemporary feel. The interior features dark wood accents, soft lighting and a long sushi bar.

Beyond sushi, they offer entrees such as a shichimi grilled strip steak and a seared Chilean sea bass.

Visit from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday through Friday for their all-you-can-eat menu.

Miramonte presents itself as a stylish midtown spot blending midcentury design with a contemporary dining approach. Warm lighting and wood accents highlight the sleek bar in one room, while tall ceilings give the space an airy feel in the main dining area. The kitchen is open until 11 p.m. every day except for Monday, when the restaurant is closed.

They serve scratch-made American cuisine, with starters like five onion dip, steak tartare, and jumbo shrimp alongside a soup and salad section and house specialties such as pan-seared salmon, baby back ribs, and a center-cut filet. Sandwiches, burgers, and pasta round out the mains, while desserts include Marianne’s Key Lime Pie, Oreo chocolate pie, Baked Alaska, and a vegan apple crisp. The restaurant opens from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

Walk into Rancheros Carnicería at 3301 E. Grant Rd. and they immediately greet you like a regular. The cashier offers samples of their house-made chicharrones, carnitas, and shrimp ceviche. From the entrance, you can see the entire layout: an open kitchen, Mexican pantry staples and snacks, produce and salsas, a meat freezer, a meat dry-aging case, a hot bar stocked with tamales, and seating for dining in.

The menu features burros, breakfast burritos, tacos, birria, and soups.

Redbird at Sam Hughes brings the brand’s scratch-kitchen concept into a historic building in midtown Tucson. The redesign merges original architectural elements with modern finishes, featuring a custom mural, open bar, and warm lighting.

With mostly the same menu as the original location, favorites include the smash burgers, elote nachos, and honey soy wings.

Salad Nation offers a fast casual, health focused dining experience centered on build your own salads and bowls. The interior features a clean, modern layout with bright lighting and simple seating.

Enjoy the house made dressings and and also consider the filling warm grain bowls.

• 943 E. University Blvd. #165
• 308 E. Congress St.
• 6612 E. Tanque Verde Rd.
• 2627 E. Broadway Blvd.

Many hearts were broken back in December 2022 when 4 Seasons Restaurant permanently closed at 1423 W. Miracle Mile. Now, with a fresh name and new location, 4 Seasons is back in action as Seasons Eats at 1710 E. Speedway Blvd.

Many of the fan favorites have landed back on the menu, much like the Top of Siam:  curry chicken and shrimp mixed with carrots, onions, pineapple, basil, and bell peppers.

Tucson coffee shop Sonoran House opened their second location with a café, bar, and market under one roof in the historic Rincon Market building at the Village at Sam Hughes at 2513 E. Sixth St. Southwestern-modern design create a cozy yet refined atmosphere from morning espresso to evening gatherings. Customers enjoy relaxing over coffee, shopping local artisan goods, and lingering under the building’s neighborhood charm.

Chef Gabriella Alba’s menu mixes Sonoran flavors with global touches, offering shareable bites like bone marrow with prickly pear-guajillo jam, truffle fries, and the desert-inspired Sonoran shrimp cocktail. Crowd favorites include charcuterie and sausage boards, grilled cheese on Japanese milk bread, and salads. Pour-ready drinks range from house-roasted coffee to craft cocktails, wines, and rotating beers and wines on tap. The café also offers Houlden’s Rise Above pastries.

For six years, owners Gonzalo and Yilen Vera served their eats from a food truck on Fourth Avenue every weekend. Over time, the idea of a brick-and-mortar spot started to feel less like a dream and more like an eventual reality

“We’re excited to bring the flavors of Cuba to Tucson,” the Veras said. “Dishes like our beloved ropa vieja hold a special place in our hearts, and it’s been amazing to see others enjoy them too. We’re especially excited to continue sharing the unique fusion of flavors we started on our food truck, like our Cuban taco and bacon-wrapped burrito, part of our original Mexican Tapas menu.”

The District Bites and Brew features a sleek black ceiling, contemporary pendant lights, and a spacious horseshoe bar. Flat-screen TVs line the walls above modern seating, creating a relaxed sports-lounge atmosphere. The dining room uses cool gray tones and sharp lines to give the space an upscale yet casual feel.

This neighborhood gastropub serves American comfort food with craft beer and cocktails. Reviewers love the smash burgers for their crispy edges and juicy centers. Wings, beer-battered fries, and signature cocktails like the smoked old fashioned also earn consistent praise.

The Hungry Fox charms guests with a cozy, country-style dining room filled with green booths, wood-paneled walls, and ceiling fans. The walls are decorated with vintage kitchen tools, clocks, and family photos, creating a nostalgic, lived-in feel. A small gift shop near the entrance offers greeting cards, trinkets, and plush toys, adding to the homey ambiance since 1964.

The restaurant is known for its comforting breakfast and lunch offerings, with popular dishes like chicken fried steak, pancakes, and eggs. Guests also praise the homemade bread and cinnamon rolls.

The Taco Spot on Oracle Road delivers a casual neighborhood taqueria experience.

While the carne asada is a popular option, they are best known for their birria.

Treat Dessert Studio, located at 3230 N. Dodge Blvd. in Tucson, offers a bright, modern space with clean lines, natural wood accents, and a minimalist design. The open-concept layout features a display case showcasing an array of colorful pastries and desserts, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests. As an extension of Ciao Down, Treat provides a cozy spot for dessert lovers to indulge in handcrafted sweets.

Signature offerings at Treat include old-fashioned molasses cookies, mini macarons, brown butter crispies, and a variety of gelato flavors. Pastry Chef Bina Kiwaczyk crafts each dessert in-house, utilizing the studio’s pizza oven for baking, which imparts unique flavors to the treats. Additionally, Treat offers dog-friendly gelato made with organic coconut milk, honey, maple syrup, and fresh bacon, ensuring a delightful experience for all guests.

Truland Burgers & Greens on focuses on grass fed burgers and fresh, responsibly sourced ingredients. The interior features clean lines, wood accents and an open layout with counter ordering.

Go for the classic Truland Burger, green chile burger, hand-cut fries and seasonal salads. Check out our visit here.

Stop by the new Mexican street food/snack concept for Sonoran hot dogs, elote, auga frescas, and more.

“We’re overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who came out to experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican street snacks and the lively atmosphere we’re bringing to Tucson,” the team shared. “Your support means the world to us, and we’re so excited to keep the momentum going.”

The team behind Upper Crust Pizza (1909 E. Grant Rd.) and Arizona Pizza Company (4955 N. Sabino Canyon Rd.) renovated the former Ugly But Honest — a car sales and service business that opened in 1933. Now, the space combines pizza and beer in the trending Five Points neighborhood.

Ugly But Honest Pizzeria and Beer Garden centers on wood fired pizza and a laid back neighborhood vibe. An open beer garden adds greenery and creates an easygoing, social atmosphere.

Zedamo Ethiopian Coffee Shop offers a serene, design-forward space with polished warm floors and a wood-planked ceiling. Arched walls, neutral tones, and soft lighting create a warm, minimal ambiance. Woven baskets and East African art add cultural texture to its peaceful seating areas.

The café specializes in tea and Ethiopian coffee.

Zeke’s Pizza & Coffee opens its doors July 19 at 161 N. Sixth Ave., blending three Italian-American favorites in one venue. Founder Ezekiel “Zeke” Gebrekidane brings the concept to the city center with hand-tossed pizza, Italian-style coffee, and locally sourced gelato.

Zeke’s menu keeps it traditional but inclusive. Diners can choose between hand-tossed thin-crust slices. Gluten-free cauliflower crust is also available. Pizzas range from classics like Hawaiian and veggie to the “Hitch,” a spicy Southwestern pie with a New Mexico kick. Other options include calzones, salads, and wings.

Zona Donut offers a playful dessert stop known for hot, made to order mini donuts inside Park Place Mall. They also opened a location within Tucson Mall in late 2025.

Favorites include  the cinnamon sugar donuts and s’mores donuts.