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Foodie 15: Best Vegan Burgers in Tucson
Whether you’re after a vegetable-filled patty, seeking a plant-based meat-like alternative, or just in the mood for a good burger, here’s the ultimate guide for some of the best plant-based burgers in Tucson. Also, all of these restaurants provide vegan buns, too!
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Hannah Hernandez·May 22, 2024
Guide · 33 spots
The Best Burgers in Tucson
Tucson has a long history with cattle ranching, and that heritage shows up on menus across the city. From no-frills neighborhood spots to full-service restaurants sourcing local beef, the burger scene here covers a wide range of styles, price points, and toppings. Some kitchens keep it classic; others pile on ingredien
Max Wingert·Jul 26, 2023
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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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Kaiju Burger brings Japanese-inspired smash burgers to downtown Tucson
Downtown Tucson adds a new burger concept with Kaiju Burger grand opening on Saturday at Brick Box Brewery, 220 E. Broadway Blvd. The project comes from Rafael and Destiney Medina, […]
Jackie Tran·Jan 29, 2026
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Truland Burgers & Greens (Grant Road)
4821 East Grant Road · Midtown
Truland Burgers & Greens on focuses on grass fed burgers and fresh, responsibly sourced ingredients. The interior features clean lines, wood accents and an open layout with counter ordering.
Go for the classic Truland Burger, green chile burger, hand-cut fries and seasonal salads. Check out our visit here .
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Papa Locos Tacos & Burgers
South Rita Road · South Side
Don't fear the gas station location. Papa Locos Tacos & Burgers grew out of a partnership between husband-and-wife team Robert Christian and Leticia Ramirez, blending American burger traditions with recipes rooted in Ramirez's family taqueria history from Guaymas, Mexico. Its compact, tidy interior keeps the focus
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Truland Burgers
7332 North Oracle Road · Northwest
Truland is the place you go when you're craving a Tru burger experience. A place where you know you're eating a healthier burger and ingredients. Their cheerful, vibrant atmosphere is always buzzing with the lunch and dinner crowds eager to enjoy a moment away from it all while indulging in the bold flavors of the Trul
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Graze Premium Burgers & Fresh Cut Fries- Speedway
2721 East Speedway Boulevard · University
Graze is the place you go when you're craving a premium burger experience. A place where you know you're eating healthier ingredients. Their cheerful, vibrant atmosphere is always buzzing with the lunch and dinner crowds eager to enjoy a moment away from it all and indulge in the bold flavors of a Graze premium burger.
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Rae’s Burgers – Food Truck
A Tucson food truck specializing in smash burgers with crispy, lacy edges, well-seasoned for an intense beefy flavor. Finished with grilled onions and American cheese, it's exactly what a classic-burger craving calls for.
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Amigos Burgers and Beer
6372 South Nogales Highway · South Side
Low-key haunt for bar burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs & fried favorites in a dining room or bar area.
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The Best Fries in Tucson
Thin or thick, soft or crispy, plain or loaded, there's all kinds of ways to enjoy your French fries. These are our picks for the best fries in Tucson, from shoestring to poutine.
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Max Wingert·Sep 6, 2023
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Wagyu smash burgers land at BŌS Burger in MSA Annex
BŌS Burger (pronounced “boss burger”) celebrated its grand opening on Monday, December 8, at the MSA Annex of the Mercado District. Duo Michael McCormack, owner of nearby Japanese restaurant Kukai, […]
Jackie Tran·Dec 9, 2025
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Inside Bisou Burger, Tucson’s rising smash burger truck
During last year’s Chinese Chorizo Festival, I walked into Slow Body Beer Co. and saw a cute pastel coral/salmon pink truck parked out front. I realized it was Bisou Burger, […]
Jackie Tran·Mar 6, 2026
Guide · 105 spots
Passport for Tucson Foodie Insiders [Map]
The Tucson Foodie Passport — a mighty benefit of being a Tucson Foodie Insider — spotlights the lively mix of restaurants proudly participating in our Restaurant Partner Program. From celebrated eateries to off-the-beaten-path gems, our partners contribute to the rich tapestry that defines Tucson's culinary ecosystem
Sep 19, 2023
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Mike’s Food Co. Brings Burgers & Mediterranean to MotoSonora
[Editor’s note: Mike’s Food Co. hosted the Tucson Foodie team to taste a few of the menu favorites; photos from this article were taken during that visit, where the items […]
Jackie Tran·Nov 21, 2025
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Monday Munchies: Rae Double at Rae’s Burgers
Monday Munchies is supported by Botanica. A proper smash burger is more than just a smashed beef patty. Tucson food truck Rae’s Burgers does it just with proper technique. First, the […]
Aug 18, 2025
Guide · 15 spots
Where to Eat During the 2024 Arizona International Film Festival
The Arizona International Film Festival is returning to five different venues around Tucson on Wednesday, April 17 - Sunday, April 28. You can check out the full film schedule online and below is the list of local businesses hosting screenings.
Participating Venues
Hotel Congress
The Loft Cinema
Matt Sterner·Apr 10, 2024
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Foodie 15: Best Restaurants in Flagstaff, Arizona
Flagstaff isn’t just a pit stop on the way to the Grand Canyon. Nor is it a tourist trap. Thanks to restaurants in Flagstaff, the food scene and dedication to local ingredients have exploded over the past few years, making it worthy of a day trip, or better yet, a full-fledged food vacation.
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Sam Jump·Dec 29, 2023