Guide · 20 spots
Where to Eat Near the Tucson Jazz Festival
The Tucson Jazz Festival invites you to explore the heart and soul of the annual event from Friday, January 17 – Saturday, January 25. Actually, and similar to previous years, there are multiple stages! Curated by Executive and Artistic Director Khris Dodge , the 11th annual event offers nine days of some of the g
Jan 4, 2024
Guide · 15 spots
Foodie 15: The Best Happy Hours in Midtown Tucson
Money is tight. Inflation is wild. And we’re all still hungry. Fortunately, this frugal foodie is here for you — with Foodie 15 Happy Hour Guides to help you drink and dine like it’s 1999 … or at least 2019.
We’ll start our journey in Midtown (from dive bars to fine dining) with just one qualification: The booze
Jada Cash·Dec 13, 2023
Guide · 16 spots
Foodie 15: Your Guide to Coffee Shops in Downtown Tucson
With the news that Starbucks is opening in the iconic Chicago Music Store downtown, we thought it might be a good time to remind you of two things:
There are already lots of great locally-owned coffee shops within walking distance, and
50-75% more money stays in our local economy when you shop — or in this
Shane Reiser·Dec 6, 2023
Guide · 17 spots
Best Mexican Restaurants in Southern Tucson
If you're looking for the best Mexican food in Tucson, south of the I-10 is a great place to start.
On the south side Tucson Mexican restaurants feature everything from authentic enchiladas, chile relleno, tamales, and tacos, to traditional aguas frescas , such as Jamaica — a beverage made from red hibiscus f
Max Wingert·Oct 11, 2023
Guide · 20 spots
Tucson Restaurants To Find (and Buy) Local Art
I like my art like I like my coffee -- fresh, handmade, and available for purchase at my favorite cafe. Museums never let me take anything home. "It's not for sale," they say. "Please don't touch that," they tell me. "STOP! GIVE THAT BACK!" they keep yelling after me as I run.
I don't know about you, but if I'm goin
Max Wingert·Jul 31, 2023
Guide · 19 spots
Tucson Restaurants To Find (and Buy) Local Art
I like my art like I like my coffee -- fresh, handmade, and available for purchase at my favorite cafe. Museums never let me take anything home. "It's not for sale," they say. "Please don't touch that," they tell me. "STOP! GIVE THAT BACK!" they keep yelling after me as I run.
I don't know about you, but if I'm goin
Max Wingert·Jul 8, 2023
Guide · 32 spots
The Essential Guide to Fourth Avenue Restaurants & Bars
Here it is: the complete and up-to-date guide to Fourth Avenue restaurants, bars, cafes, and more! All the places to eat, drink, grab a snack, order to-go, down an espresso shot, cram for that final, meet up with friends, go dancing, and maybe even lock eyes with an attractive stranger from across the room. Are they...
Max Wingert·Jun 15, 2023
Guide · 14 spots
Cheers! A Guide to Local Breweries in Tucson
Tucson punches above its weight in the craft beer world. The Old Pueblo earned recognition as one of the " Most Underrated Beer Cities " in 2023, and a quick tour through its taprooms makes that case easy to understand. From longtime institutions to newer neighborhood spots, local brewers continue to put out creative,
Matt Sterner·Jun 30, 2023
Guide · 21 spots
Guide to Caesar Salads in Tucson
Restaurateur Cesare "Caesar" Cardini created the now ubiquitous Caesar salad in 1924 at his restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico, according to the most widely accepted account. Prohibition-era crowds from San Diego often crossed the border for a meal, and Cardini reportedly threw the salad together on the Fourth of July afte
Jackie Tran·Nov 21, 2025
Guide · 24 spots
The Best Pizza in Tucson
Ready to dive into Tucson's pizza scene? Or should we say "Tuscan?" (we shouldn't).
From sourdough perfection at Anello to solar-powered slices at Brooklyn Pizza Company, this guide is your ticket to the tastiest slices in town. Take a tour through the best pizza in Tucson digitally — and then, of course, physically
Max Wingert·Jul 11, 2023
Guide · 38 spots
Where to Eat During the Tucson Gem Show 2026
Every January and February, the Gem Shows transform the city into a showcase of precious stones, minerals, and diverse cultural experiences. Renowned globally, this event draws gem-loving enthusiasts, collectors, and curious souls alike as it permeates the city, inviting locals and travelers to engage with the diversit
Sam Jump·Jan 27, 2026
Guide · 23 spots
Love is on the Menu: Tucson’s Most Romantic Restaurants
While sharing a single noodle of spaghetti is romantic in movies, in practice, you might want to apply a little more effort for your significant other. Wear some nicer shoes, put on your most flattering outfit. When choosing where to eat, helpful perks include warm candle light and breathtaking mountain views.
In ou
Jackie Tran·Feb 7, 2025
Guide · 15 spots
Foodie 15: A Vegan’s Guide to Pizza Pies in Tucson
Finding vegan pizza around Tucson isn’t necessarily hard, but it could be challenging if you don’t know what you’re looking for.
Hannah Hernandez·Dec 4, 2024
Guide · 26 spots
20+ Taprooms & Tasting Rooms to Check Out in Tucson
Whether it be a craft beer taproom or a tasting room offering wine or distilled spirits like whiskey, Tucson has a splendid selection. Heck, some of the following taprooms offer wine and craft beer.
Also, the following taprooms/tasting rooms don't include local businesses that are more restaurant-forward, are loca
Matt Sterner·Jul 19, 2024
Guide · 16 spots
Where to Eat Near the Fox Theatre in Downtown Tucson
The Fox Tucson Theatre — hailed as the "Crown Jewel" of downtown — is a nationally acclaimed historic theater now evolving into a vibrant performing arts hub in the Southwest, spearheading the downtown's revitalization and driving economic growth for the city.
If you have tickets to a show, you might as well make a
Matt Sterner·Apr 16, 2024
Guide · 25 spots
2024 Agave Heritage Festival: Four-Day Event Schedule (MAP)
There are festivals and then there is the Agave Heritage Festival on Thursday, April 18 – Sunday, April 21 , which is in a category of its own.
This culinary weekend includes not-to-be-missed dinners that highlight some of the city’s renowned restaurants and chefs via multi-course dinners that embody the magic that
Apr 9, 2024
Guide · 12 spots
Tasting Events During the 2024 Agave Heritage Festival
There are festivals and then there is the Agave Heritage Festival on Thursday, April 18 – Sunday, April 21 , which is in a category of its own.
The enriching and interactive four-day event dedicated to agave and the Southwest’s relationship to Mexico and the great Sonoran Desert region offers a unique perspective i
Sam Jump·Mar 26, 2024
Guide · 25 spots
Your Guide to Arizona Beer Week in Tucson (2025)
Arizona Beer Week is brewing strong in its latest season and there are plenty of celebrations in Tucson — hosted by local breweries, craft beer bars, and restaurants — to enjoy. This year's events include new beer releases, trivia nights, the epic return of the Tucson Craft Beer Crawl , and more from Thursday, Febr
Matt Sterner·Feb 13, 2024
Guide · 16 spots
Foodie 15: Best Coffee Shops in Midtown Tucson
Coffee makes the world go ‘round! And we’re here to help you find new places to get your daily caffeine fix. If you’re looking for something beyond your regular morning coffee, you’ll find a lot more than a cup of joe at these establishments spread out around Midtown Tucson. From local roasters to feline friends and u
Analeise Fisher·Jan 31, 2024
Guide · 10 spots
Your Guide to Breweries in Flagstaff, Arizona
A few years back, I decided to take a solo trip to Flagstaff with a mission to have one beer at every local brewery in the area. Now, this was also in the winter so I figured the beer would keep me warm while I walked back to my hotel — uphill — but to my surprise, I was still shivering in my sneakers. Either way, it w
Matt Sterner·Jan 18, 2024