Looking for nachos for breakfast? Here in Tucson, we call them chilaquiles, and they’re delicious as a side, a main, and a take-home for later dish. We compiled our picks for the best chilaquiles in Tucson. Scroll down and eat up!
This Guide is part of a series that honors Tucson as the home of America’s Best Mexican Food.
If you’re looking for homestyle Mexican cooking, look no further than Calle Tepa, this family-owned restaurant serves authentic Mexican cuisine with a street-style twist, inspired by the family’s roots in Tepatitlán, Mexico. Don’t think twice about ordering their chilaquiles — two fried eggs, tortilla strips simmered in ranchero sauce, topped with your choice of protein, and avocado crema, and queso fresco.
El Chinito Gordo offers a lively modern twist on traditional Mexican-style dishes. Stop in for brunch on Sunday and dig into their delicious chilaquiles. The crispy tortillas, two over-easy eggs, queso fresco, topped with crema, and your choice of red or green sauce will leave you eager to head back the following Sunday.
For breakfast, lunch, or dinner, El Sur Mexican Restaurant has what you’re looking for. Their menu consists of a variety of delicious options including burritos, tostadas, tacos, and fajitas, but if it’s breakfast you’re craving, make sure to try their signature chicken chilaquiles served with homestyle potatoes.
Maybe you’re looking for an exciting vegan or vegetarian option. La Chaiteria is the place for you, stop in and enjoy their chilaquiles loaded with beans, salad, salsa, jackfruit, and your choice of eggs or tofu. The salsa used my vary upon your visit; sometimes it’s mole, sometimes it’s red, etc.
Seis Kitchen is one of our favorite spots for just about all things Mexican Food. Make a point to try their breakfast chilaquiles plate with all the smashed beans, crispy potatoes, fried eggs, and saucy fixings your heart desires. Meat eaters can even add Birria if they’re feeling extra hungry.
Teaspoon is much more than a breakfast spot! While they’re well known for their signature dishes like frittatas and bubble waffles on their menu, their Chilaquiles Con Pollo — featuring corn tortillas, two over-easy eggs, red onion, Monterey Jack cheese, avocado, and shredded chicken, topped with red sauce — is one of the best sellers on the menu.