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Interactive Guide to 49 West Tucson Restaurants, Bars & Cafes (MAP)

Interactive Guide to 49 West Tucson Restaurants, Bars & Cafes (MAP)

Dec 10, 20197 min read

Looking for West Tucson restaurants, bars, and cafes?

Here’s our map with Oracle Road as the eastern border, River Road as the northern border, and Star Pass as the southern border.

If you are experiencing issues with the map above, click here to visit the map directly.

We’re not featuring every restaurant from the map above (…yet), but here are some of the more notable Tucson Foothills restaurants that we’ve already featured in the past.

1912 Brewing Company

2045 N. Forbes Blvd., Ste. 105
Taproom at 1912 Brewing Co. (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Taproom at 1912 Brewing Co. (Credit: Jackie Tran)

This West Tucson brewery offers an impressive selection of sour beers. Furthermore, they also feature one of the more family-friendly tasting rooms with a play area for children.

Read our March 2018 article Brewery Profile: 1912 Brewing Co.

For more information, visit 1912brewing.com.

4 Seasons Restaurant

1423 W. Miracle Mile
Papaya Salad, Tofu Summer Rolls, and Beef Larb at 4 Seasons Restaurant (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Papaya Salad, Tofu Summer Rolls, and Beef Larb at 4 Seasons Restaurant (Credit: Jackie Tran)

Where else can you get a burger and fries alongside pad thai and beef larb? While the combination isn’t utilized as fusion, 4 Seasons still wields some of the better Thai food in Tucson.

Read our March 2017 article 4 Seasons Restaurant: American, Chinese & Thai on Miracle Mile.

For more information, visit 4seasonsaz.com.

Angry Crab Shack

1365 W. Grant Rd.
Trifecta Shrimp at Angry Crab Shack Tucson (Credit: Shana Gegantoca)
Trifecta Shrimp at Angry Crab Shack Tucson (Credit: Shana Gegantoca)

*Please note that it is temporarily closed.

While the menu offers assorted fried seafood, burgers, po’ boys, barbecue, and more, the main draw is the seafood by the pound. Go for the Trifecta seasoning.

Read our January 2018 article VIDEO: Jackie Tran subjects himself to Angry Crab’s Carolina Reaper hot sauce.

For more information, visit angrycrabshack.com.

Anita Street Market

849 N. Anita Ave.
Chorizo, egg, and potato burro from Anita Street Market
Chorizo, egg, and potato burro from Anita Street Market (Credit: Kate Severino)

Anita Street Market is hidden away in a residential neighborhood, so go out of your way to find it. You’ll be rewarded with some of the best flour tortillas, breakfast burros, and red chile in town.

Read our December 2018 article Anita Street Market: Fresh Tortillas & Baller Burros That’ll Bring You Back.

Barista Del Barrio

1002 N. Grande Ave.
Breakfast burrito from Barista del Barrio (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Breakfast burrito from Barista del Barrio (Credit: Jackie Tran)

Take some of the nicest people in town, add some of the best burritos in town, throw in a horchata coffee… and the result is one of the most universally loved cafes in Tucson.

Read our November 2018 article Barista del Barrio: Mexican mochas & breakfast burritos by the Briones family.

Keep up with Barista del Barrio on Facebook.

Cafe Marcel

2281 N. Oracle Rd.
Tucson Cupcake Bar amaretto, Jack & Coke, limoncello, and margarita cupcakes at Cafe Marcel (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Tucson Cupcake Bar amaretto, Jack & Coke, limoncello, and margarita cupcakes at Cafe Marcel (Credit: Jackie Tran)

Whether you want sweet or savory, swing by Cafe Marcel for a variety of crepes. Alcoholic cupcakes are also available if you have a sweet tooth and a, um, booze tooth?

Read our September 2018 article New ownership: Café Marcel keeps the crepes & adds alcoholic cupcakes.

Keep up with Café Marcel on Facebook.

Daisy Mae’s Steakhouse

2735 W. Anklam Rd.
Partner and grill master Jake Root grilling at Daisy Mae's Steak House (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Partner and grill master Jake Root grilling at Daisy Mae’s Steak House (Credit: Jackie Tran)

Daisy Mae’s appeals to both tourists and neighborhood locals. The southwest vibe pairs with wholesome dishes grilled over mesquite wood.

Read our October 2018 article Daisy Mae’s: Home to Succulent Steaks & Iconic Dollar Bills.

For more information, visit daisymaessteakhouse.com.

Dragoon Brewing Company

1859 W. Grant Rd., Ste. 111
Beer flight at Dragoon Brewing Company (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Beer flight at Dragoon Brewing Company (Credit: Jackie Tran)

You can find the ubiquitous West Coast-style Dragoon IPA at countless restaurants across Tucson, but visit the taproom to try one of their other brews such as the Pony Express Brett pale ale.

Read our March 2018 article Brewery Profile: Dragoon Brewing Company.

For more information, visit dragoonbrewing.com.

El Antojo Poblano

1114 W. St. Mary’s Rd.
Chalupas and Cemita at El Antojo Poblano (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Chalupas and Cemita at El Antojo Poblano (Credit: Jackie Tran)

This food truck serves some of the tastiest Mexican food in Tucson, and it’s not even Sonoran. The addictive chalupas and cemita are our favorites so far, but the menu also features a wide range of Puebla classics.

Read our April 2019 article Newly Opened El Antojo Poblano Serves Tucson’s Best Mexican Sandwich.

Keep up with El Antojo Poblano on Facebook.

IOU Sushi IV

4280 N. Oracle Rd., Ste. 180
IOU Sushi IV (Credit: Taylor Noel Photography)
IOU Sushi IV spread (Credit: Taylor Noel Photography)

IOU offers all-you-can-eat sushi with a Polynesian twist and exceptionally friendly service.

Read our October 2017 article IOU Sushi IV: Polynesian Flavors, All-You-Can-Eat Indulgence.

Keep up with IOU Sushi IV on Facebook.

Los Olivos Pizzeria

937 W. Congress St.
Los Olivos Pizza at Los Olivos Pizzeria (Credit: Taylor Noel Photography)
Los Olivos Pizza at Los Olivos Pizzeria (Credit: Taylor Noel Photography)

Being one of the most affordable Italian restaurants in town, Los Olivos features a variety of eats under $10: Calzone, Stromboli, Meatball Sandwich, Panino Al Italiano, Southwest Chicken Salad, and more.

Read our January 2018 article Los Olivos Pizzeria is a charming hidden gem on Tucson’s west side.

Keep up with Los Olivos Pizzeria en Menlo Park on Facebook.

Maru Japanese Noodle Shop

1370 N. Silverbell Rd., Ste. 180
Matcha ramen at Maru Japanese Noodle Shop
Matcha ramen at Maru Japanese Noodle Shop (Credit: Jackie Tran)

Maru features a wide variety of ramen, udon, and curry rice dishes along with a selection of ready-made snacks such as onigiri for on-the-go eating.

Read our March 2019 article Maru Japanese Noodle Shop at Speedway & Silverbell Now Open.

For more information, visit marunoodle.com.

Mian Sichuan

4695 N. Oracle Rd.
Volcano Noodle Soup at Mian Sichuan
Volcano Noodle Soup at Mian Sichuan (Credit: Adilene Ibarra)

Mian Sichuan serves up Sichuan noodles with a touch of modern influences. The Volcano Noodle is the star with its spicy broth and slice of American cheese. The menu is also expanding gradually with a selection of Chinese street food.

Read our October 2019 article Chinese noodle shop Mian Sichuan now open on North Oracle Road.

For more information, visit miansichuan.business.site. Keep up with Mian Sichuan on Instagram.

Sausage Shop Meat Market & Deli

1015 W. Prince Rd.
Kent Koecheler (right) with his daughter Barbie (left) and granddaughter Leah (center) at Sausage Shop (Credit: Chelsey Wade)
Kent Koecheler (right) with his daughter Barbie (left) and granddaughter Leah (center) at Sausage Shop (Credit: Chelsey Wade)

Sausage Shop is one of the few “true” delis in Tucson offering a wide selection of house-cured meats, sausages, and more. They also offer a variety of sandwiches showcasing their delectable meats.

Read our September 2014 article Sandwiches & Housed Cured Meats at The Sausage Shop.

Keep up with Sausage Shop and Meat Deli on Facebook.

St. Mary’s Mexican Food

1030 W. St Mary’s Rd.
Burrito at St. Mary's Mexican Food (Credit: Brielle Farmer)
Burrito at St. Mary’s Mexican Food (Credit: Brielle Farmer)

A Tucson institution, St. Mary’s Mexican Food serves exceptional from-scratch Mexican cuisine at an affordable price. The red chile burro and tamales are the star.

Read our March 2019 article St. Mary’s Mexican Food: Fresh Tortillas, Tamales To Go & Legendary Red Chile Burros.

For more information, visit stmarysmexicanfood.com.

Vina Vietnamese Street Food

4230 N. Oracle Rd.
Banh Mi Sandwich at Vina Vietnamese Street Food (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Banh Mi Sandwich at Vina Vietnamese Street Food (Credit: Jackie Tran)

Don’t sleep on Vina. Even though they are tucked away in a shopping center near Home Depot, they still offer excellent pho and banh mi.

Read our August 2018 article Quality fast-casual Vietnamese cuisine at Vina Vietnamese Street Food.

Keep up with Vina Vietnamese Street Food on Facebook.

View the map for our extensive West Tucson restaurants list! Did we miss one of your favorites? Let us know in the comments.

And, if you’re into area-specific guides for restaurants, bars, and cafes, you might want to check these out:

Article written by:

Jackie Tran

Jackie 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.

If you’d like to stalk him, visit his Instagram @jackie_tran_ or jackietran.com.

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@Tortillaschiwas is currently in its soft opening at 914 N. Grande Ave. in Barrio Hollywood, inside the former Grande Tortilla Factory.

Phoenix restaurateurs Armando Hernandez and chef Nadia Holguin, a James Beard-nominated duo originally from Chihuahua, Mexico, are behind the restaurant.

Tortillas Chiwas is currently open Thursdays through Saturdays from 5–10 pm with 38 seats. Reservations are available on OpenTable.

Photos by @tortillaschiwas 
Read @jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com

#tucsonfoodie #tucsonnews@Tortillaschiwas is currently in its soft opening at 914 N. Grande Ave. in Barrio Hollywood, inside the former Grande Tortilla Factory. Phoenix restaurateurs Armando Hernandez and chef Nadia Holguin, a James Beard-nominated duo originally from Chihuahua, Mexico, are behind the restaurant. Tortillas Chiwas is currently open Thursdays through Saturdays from 5–10 pm with 38 seats. Reservations are available on OpenTable. Photos by @tortillaschiwas Read @jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com #tucsonfoodie #tucsonnews
After 4pm, @Talegacoffee at 177 N. Church Ave. transforms into @_Velvetcowboy, serving cocktails, tapas, and late-night bar energy. Velvet Cowboy’s grand opening is Oct. 16, with upcoming events including drag brunches, DJs, and live music.🪩

This weekend’s hours are Saturday from 2pm to midnight and Sunday from noon to 10pm. Featured in this video is the Chilte(penis) martini special, made with chiltepin vodka, agua de chiltepin, and pickle juice, available until they sell out.🍸

“Opening this place feels a little surreal. To now have a space where we can bring together coffee, food, art, booze, and all the weird things we love feels like a reflection of how far we’ve come.” —Tyler Melo 

Read @jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com

#tucsonnewsAfter 4pm, @Talegacoffee at 177 N. Church Ave. transforms into @_Velvetcowboy, serving cocktails, tapas, and late-night bar energy. Velvet Cowboy’s grand opening is Oct. 16, with upcoming events including drag brunches, DJs, and live music.🪩 This weekend’s hours are Saturday from 2pm to midnight and Sunday from noon to 10pm. Featured in this video is the Chilte(penis) martini special, made with chiltepin vodka, agua de chiltepin, and pickle juice, available until they sell out.🍸 “Opening this place feels a little surreal. To now have a space where we can bring together coffee, food, art, booze, and all the weird things we love feels like a reflection of how far we’ve come.” —Tyler Melo Read @jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com #tucsonnews
@Tucsondoobie’s infused dinner series returns Sunday, Sept. 20, with chefs @chefmattlove and @chefroselena!🌿

The five-course dinner features playful takes on familiar favorites, including carne asada frites, a Sonoran hot dog-inspired tarte tatin, and a Gansito-inspired chocolate dessert.

The dinner runs from 6–9 pm near downtown Tucson. Tickets include the five-course meal, mocktails, sponsor experiences, a gift bag, and @tucsonprimeleaf product samples.

🎟️ Doobie members: $110
🎟️ Non-members: $150

The exact location will be emailed to ticket holders before the event. Membership is available during checkout.

🔗 in bio

MENU

COURSE 1 / AMUSE-BOUCHE 
*“Yu-Tang Crab Ain’t Nuthin To F*** Wit!*
-Goat/C.R.E.A.M. Cheese Crab Rangoons
-Taki Powder
-“Yu-Tang” Sauce (Yuzu Sweet & Sour)
-Orange Ash
-Green Onion Curls

COURSE 2 / APPETIZER 
*Purple Haze Carne Asada Frites*
-Smoked Coffee Guallijo Tri-Tip
-Melted Oaxaca
-Savory Avocado Mousse
-Purple Potato Shoestring Frites
-Heirloom Tomatoes
-Pickled Onion Powder

COURSE 3 / PALATE CLEANSER
*Agua-CHILL-e Slushie”* 
-Cucumber Serrano Granita
-Caramelized Chamoy Bowl
-Tajin
-Infused Mint/Basil Oil

COURSE 4 / MAIN ENTREE 
*Sonoran Dog(ish) Tarte Tatin*
-Beef Franks
-Mexican Coke Glazed Bacon
-Carmelized Shallots
-Refried Beans
-“Bolilo Style” Tarte Crust
-Jalapeño Mustard Crema
-Cherry Tomatoes
-Smoked Chile Guero

COURSE 5 / DESSERT
*Gansito à la Mode*
-Chocolate-glazed gâteau,
-Strawberry confit,
-Toasted marshmallow mousse,
-Mexican vanilla semifreddo
-Chocolate crisp.

Photo by @dalton.voss 
#tucsonlocal #tucsonevents@Tucsondoobie’s infused dinner series returns Sunday, Sept. 20, with chefs @chefmattlove and @chefroselena!🌿 The five-course dinner features playful takes on familiar favorites, including carne asada frites, a Sonoran hot dog-inspired tarte tatin, and a Gansito-inspired chocolate dessert. The dinner runs from 6–9 pm near downtown Tucson. Tickets include the five-course meal, mocktails, sponsor experiences, a gift bag, and @tucsonprimeleaf product samples. 🎟️ Doobie members: $110 🎟️ Non-members: $150 The exact location will be emailed to ticket holders before the event. Membership is available during checkout. 🔗 in bio MENU COURSE 1 / AMUSE-BOUCHE *“Yu-Tang Crab Ain’t Nuthin To F*** Wit!* -Goat/C.R.E.A.M. Cheese Crab Rangoons -Taki Powder -“Yu-Tang” Sauce (Yuzu Sweet & Sour) -Orange Ash -Green Onion Curls COURSE 2 / APPETIZER *Purple Haze Carne Asada Frites* -Smoked Coffee Guallijo Tri-Tip -Melted Oaxaca -Savory Avocado Mousse -Purple Potato Shoestring Frites -Heirloom Tomatoes -Pickled Onion Powder COURSE 3 / PALATE CLEANSER *Agua-CHILL-e Slushie”* -Cucumber Serrano Granita -Caramelized Chamoy Bowl -Tajin -Infused Mint/Basil Oil COURSE 4 / MAIN ENTREE *Sonoran Dog(ish) Tarte Tatin* -Beef Franks -Mexican Coke Glazed Bacon -Carmelized Shallots -Refried Beans -“Bolilo Style” Tarte Crust -Jalapeño Mustard Crema -Cherry Tomatoes -Smoked Chile Guero COURSE 5 / DESSERT *Gansito à la Mode* -Chocolate-glazed gâteau, -Strawberry confit, -Toasted marshmallow mousse, -Mexican vanilla semifreddo -Chocolate crisp. Photo by @dalton.voss #tucsonlocal #tucsonevents
@Talegacoffee at 177 N. Church Ave. transforms into @_Velvetcowboy after 4 pm, bringing cocktails, tapas, disco lights, and a lively bar atmosphere to the same space. The dual concept comes from the team behind Talega Coffee Co., with coffee and scratch-made breakfast and lunch served during the day, followed by happy hour and bar service at night.

Velvet Cowboy’s grand opening is Oct. 16, with upcoming events including drag brunches, DJs, and live music.🪩 

“Opening this place feels a little surreal. To now have a space where we can bring together coffee, food, art, booze, and all the weird things we love feels like a reflection of how far we’ve come.” —Tyler Melo 

Photos courtesy of @_velvetcowboy 
Read @jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com

#tucsonnews@Talegacoffee at 177 N. Church Ave. transforms into @_Velvetcowboy after 4 pm, bringing cocktails, tapas, disco lights, and a lively bar atmosphere to the same space. The dual concept comes from the team behind Talega Coffee Co., with coffee and scratch-made breakfast and lunch served during the day, followed by happy hour and bar service at night. Velvet Cowboy’s grand opening is Oct. 16, with upcoming events including drag brunches, DJs, and live music.🪩 “Opening this place feels a little surreal. To now have a space where we can bring together coffee, food, art, booze, and all the weird things we love feels like a reflection of how far we’ve come.” —Tyler Melo Photos courtesy of @_velvetcowboy Read @jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com #tucsonnews