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Burgers & BBQ Week serves up deals & prizes across Tucson for 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer
Frozen Dessert Week wraps June 28, and Burgers & BBQ Week takes over June 29 through July 5 as part of the 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer campaign. The week […]
Jun 23, 2026
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Lucky Penny BBQ & Bonanza Coffee Co to open in downtown Tucson in fall
Lucky Penny BBQ and Bonanza Coffee Co, both operated by Open Container Hospitality Group, plan to open in mid-October at 47 N. 6th Ave. and 31 N. 6th Ave., Suite […]
Jackie Tran·Jun 15, 2026
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Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ to close Stone Avenue location after nearly 11 years
Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ will close its doors at 1801 N. Stone Ave. at 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, ending nearly 11 years of service at the […]
Jackie Tran·Jun 5, 2026
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Taegukgi Korean BBQ & the Korean Rose close abruptly
Tucson lost two prominent Korean concepts this week as Taegukgi Korean BBQ and the Korean Rose, located at 6118 E. Speedway Blvd., shut down without warning. Owners announced the permanent […]
Jackie Tran·Mar 27, 2026
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Cruise BBQ & Blues Oro Valley Brings Cars, BBQ and Music Feb. 7
Cruise BBQ & Blues Oro Valley invites Tucson food lovers to a full day of classic cars, smoky barbecue and live blues music at Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N. Oracle Rd. […]
Jan 23, 2026
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Kiss of Smoke BBQ
663 South Plumer Avenue · Midtown
Located in Tucson, AZ, Kiss of Smoke BBQ & Catering started as an award winning competition barbecue team. Kiss of Smoke is family owned & operated. They enjoyed their competition BBQ hobby so much that they decide to offer their award winning BBQ to the streets of Tucson.
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Charly's BBQ & Grill
Charly's upping Tucson's barbecue scene with their competition Texas-style barbecue with a Sonoran twist, all served out of their beloved food truck. From tender brisket to fall-off-the-bone ribs, every dish at Charly's is slow-cooked, delivering a fusion of smoky goodness and Southwestern flair. Whether you're craving
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Bubba-Que Smokehouse BBQ and Tex-Mex Catering
South Campbell Avenue · South Side
Bubba-Que Smokehouse BBQ and Tex-Mex Catering opened its first brick-and-mortar restaurant on May 2. Owner Benjamin Levine took over the business in 2020 from original owner Rich Park, who launched the food truck in 2010. Levine built his barbecue skills through Park's mentorship, and the move to a permanent location
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Kogi Korean BBQ
4951 East Grant Road · Midtown
Despite having "Korean BBQ" in it's name, this restaurant does not have grills at the table. Instead, order prepared dishes such as kalbi dolsot bibim bap, which has sliced beef short ribs and assorted veggies over rice in a hot stone bowl. For hot summer days, order the naeng myun, which has buckwheat noodles in a chi
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Kahu Hawaiian BBQ
1570 East Tucson Marketplace Boulevard · South Side
The restaurant quietly opened at Tucson Marketplace, which is over near Dave & Busters and the Cinemark movie theater. Before this new spot in Tucson, Kahu Hawaiian BBQ was serving out of its sole location in Phoenix. There doesn’t appear to be an official website for the chain but you can find their menu online — clas
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Holy Smokin' Butts BBQ
East Broadway Boulevard · Eastside
Family owned BBQ restaurant offering Texas Style Brisket, Pulled Pork, St. Louis style Ribs, TriTip, Sausage, Chicken, Pork Belly, and Turkey. They use traditional custom-built Texas offset smokers and fire them only with locally sourced Pecan Wood
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The Best Barbecue in Tucson
Welcome to the our picks for the best barbecue spots in the heart of the Sonoran Desert!
Tucson may not have a distinctive barbecue style like those in several southern, midwest, or Texas cities, but we've got plenty of talented transplants and home-grown chefs who give grilling a local spin -- not to mention abunda
Max Wingert·Oct 3, 2023
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Gen Korean BBQ Tucson Location Now Open
Southern California chain Gen Korean BBQ opened its first Tucson restaurant at 6129 E. Broadway Blvd. on Wednesday. Guests grill meats and vegetables at their tables, choosing from a wide […]
Jackie Tran·Jan 16, 2026
Guide · 9 spots
Best Korean Restaurants in Tucson
Jump into the Korean cuisine for nourishing, flavorful dishes, soups, and stews that will defeat any soju-induced hangover.
Korean food can be intimidating to newcomers with its fiery-red colors and funky fermented aromas. But don’t be scared. Although many Korean dishes are red from peppers, they’re generally not a
Jackie Tran·Jan 29, 2025
Guide · 11 spots
Where to Find Hawaiian Food in Tucson
From savory kalua pork to refreshing poke bowls, these restaurants bring the flavors of the islands to the Southwest, offering a delicious escape to paradise right here in Tucson. That's right — here in the desert where saguaros roam and tumbleweeds challenge semi-trucks on the highway.
We've also included national
Matt Sterner·Mar 6, 2024
Guide · 25 spots
Yelp’s Top 25 Places to Eat in Tucson (2024)
"Whether you love the spiciness of Thai cuisine or the savoriness of rustic French fare, head to a place Yelp Elites say is the best for it. (It’s a no-brainer!)," Yelp shared . "This Tucson Collection will get you to the top-rated spot according to Elites."
Methodology: "To determine the Top Places to Eat in Tuc
Matt Sterner·Oct 21, 2024
Guide · 22 spots
Dine Out For Safety: Eat, Drink, and Make a Difference on April 16
On Wednesday, April 16 , you'll have the opportunity to dine out while supporting others.
Dine Out For Safety is a fundraiser for the Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault (SACASA) . By simply dining out at one of the many participating restaurants (on Wednesday, April 16), a portion of the proceeds wil
Matt Sterner·Apr 11, 2024
Guide · 20 spots
15+ Black-Owned Restaurants, Bars, & Makers in Tucson
From soulful eateries serving up traditional favorites to innovative chefs crafting unique flavors, these establishments are not just places to eat but vibrant hubs of culture and community. Here are just a few of our favorite black-owned restaurants and businesses in Tucson.
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Jan 15, 2024