Don Pedro’s Peruvian Bistro has settled at a permanent location with a patio on Tucson’s south side. Additionally, they’ve added a second truck to their arsenal for events and catering.
The grand opening at 4101 S. 12th Ave will be held from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Friday, January 12.
Don Pedro’s originally operated as a brick-and-mortar restaurant until closing in August 2015. Due to a landlord rent dispute, the restaurant went mobile with a food truck instead.
Don Pedro’s Peruvian Bistro Menu Highlights
- Anticuchos ($10) – beef heart skewers, fried round potatoes, rocoto salsa, Peruvian corn
- Lomo Saltado ($12) – stir-fried tenderloin beef or chicken, fries, tomatoes, onions, green onions, white rice
- Peruvian Shrimp Lo Mein ($14) – shrimp, sauteed pasta, onions, tomatoes, green onion, bell peppers
For more information, visit Don Pedro’s Permanent Location Grand Opening event page on Facebook.
Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
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