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José Contreras, chef and owner of @Ameliastucson, is headed to New York City to cook alongside chef Alam Méndez of Washington, D.C.‘s Apapacho Taqueria for a collaborative dinner at the James Beard Foundation’s Platform at Pier 57.
The Aug. 11 dinner will celebrate the culinary traditions of Sonora and Oaxaca through a multi course menu centered on heirloom corn, traditional masa, and coastal flavors. Guests will also enjoy a cocktail reception, Mijenta Tequila pairings, and a Q&A with both chefs. The event begins at 6:30 pm at @Pier57.nyc. Tickets are $210 for dining table seats and $250 for the chef’s counter, and are available now at Jamesbeard.org.
Congratulations to @Chefjosetucson on another incredible milestone!🎉
Read @Jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com
#tucsonaz #tucsonnews
Italian Week starts today, and we’re sharing this sweet video of @Spaghettioftucson doing what she did best: bringing smiles to everyone around her.
Our hearts are with her family today. We’ll love you and miss you forever, Spaghetti.❤️🩹🐶
Italian Week starts today and runs through July 19 as part of 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer!🍝
Support Tucson’s classic and modern Italian restaurants, then upload your receipt at summer.tucsonfoodie.com for a chance to win weekly prizes and the grand prize at the end of August.
🎉 Week 5 Winners
• Libby: $50 North Italia gift card
• Keely: America’s Best Mexican Food Festival tickets
• arts_primacy_2c: 4 Cool Summer Nights passes
• Donita3000: $20 Ghini’s French Caffe gift card
• Nancy & Gabriella: $100 Visa gift cards
Italian Week Deal: @reneestucson is offering buy one, get one 50% off (equal or lesser value) for dine-in or takeout. Just mention you’re a Tucson Foodie fan. Exclusions apply.
🏆 This Week’s Prizes
• $50 @fentonellispizzeria gift card
• $100 Visa gift card
• $75 @carusositalian gift card
• $20 @ghinisfrenchcaffe gift card
• $50 @miramontetucson gift card
• $50 @localetucson gift card
• @desertmuseum passes
More details in bio!
The Mercado District is one of Tucson’s best places to eat, drink, shop, and stroll, all in one stop.🐶❤️
Home to Mercado San Agustín, the MSA Annex, The Monier, and the upcoming Bautista development, there’s always something new to explore. Grab a bite, browse local shops, enjoy the open-air courtyards (they’re dog-friendly!), or hop on the free Sun Link streetcar, which stops right at the Mercado.
MERCADO SAN AGUSTÍN:
@agustinkitchen
@seiskitchen
@prestacoffee
@laestrella_tucson
@dolcepastellocakes
@zumitosjuicebar
@santacruzriverfm
MSA ANNEX:
@decibelcoffeeworks
@kukai___
@bosburger__
@hidden_hearth
@rolliestucson
@westbound_tapandbottle
THE MONIER:
@wholeslvcepizza
@81barbersofficial
Share your favorite stops with us!
More details on Tucsonfoodie.com
#tucson #tucsonfoodie
Two days at @Hiltonelcon felt like the ultimate staycation. Between the pools, hot spring and cold plunge, water slide, yoga, live music, complimentary bike rentals, and their nostalgic “Summer Rewind” experience, there was always something to do. We never left the resort.
The highlight at their on-site restaurant, Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails, was the Pollo Con Rajas - perfectly cooked chicken over a rich creamed poblano, onion, and corn mestizaje. And if you’re at their Sundance Café for breakfast, get the pozole. It’s made from a family recipe that became such a guest favorite it earned a permanent spot on the menu.
Although El Conquistador licenses the Hilton brand, it’s owned and operated by a local company. The culinary team sources much of its meat and produce from Arizona.
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or just looking for an incredible dinner with Catalina Mountain views, this spot is worth adding to your list. 🌵🌞
#tucsonaz #tucsonfoodie
How many receipts have you sent in for NEW-TO-ME week?💛
From July 6 through July 12, upload your receipt from ANY local business at summer.tucsonfoodie.com for a chance to win weekly prizes and earn entries toward the 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer grand prize drawing at the end of August. 🔗 in bio.
ANY LOCAL SPOT COUNTS.
WEEK 6 WINNERS
Here are the winners from Happy Hour Week:
* Libby wins a $50 gift card to North Italia
* Keely wins a ticket to America’s Best Mexican Food Festival
* arts_primacy_2c wins a four-pack of passes to Cool Summer Nights at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
* donita3000 wins a $20 gift card to Ghini’s French Caffe
* Nancy wins a $100 Visa gift card
* Gabriella wins a $100 Visa gift card
PRIZES
This week’s prize pool includes:
* Salsa, Taco, and Tequila Challenge tickets
* $100 Visa gift card
* @eljefecatcafe pass
* $20 @ghinisfrenchcaffe
* @desertmuseum passes
Presenting sponsor: @visittucson
Presented by: @bbb_so_az • @510southtucson • @azwinecollectiveTag us @TUCSONFOODIE in your food adventures!
1450 West Saint Marys Road · Downtown
Formerly known as La Fresita, El Vaquero Coffee & Burrito now offers both Mexican food and coffee drinks with a small patio and convenient drive-thru. While the namesake burritos are the star, don't hesitate to order one of their hearty taco plates with fresh corn tortillas.
112 East Route 66
MartAnne's is a family-run Mexican restaurant that beckons with its bright red exterior and Day of the Dead-themed art. While this spot is open for both lunch and dinner, it’s gained attention for its hearty all-day breakfasts with portions that are nothing short of gargantuan. The restaurant's slogan is "the house tha
West Grant Road · Midtown
Taqueria Juanitos welcomes diners with a spacious, recently renovated interior featuring bright orange walls, colorful chairs, and a lively atmosphere. The open kitchen and digital menu boards keep the energy up, while wall-mounted decorative sombreros add a Mexican touch. They blend Michoacán and Los Angeles street Me
1800 East Fort Lowell Road · Midtown
Taqueria El Pueblito features bright papel picado, Mexican flags, and tile-lined counters under black exposed ceilings. A chalkboard menu lists taco specials behind a modest service counter. Tables and white metal chairs sit on a clean tile floor in a casual, festive space. They earned their following with its Zacateca
North Grande Avenue · Downtown
Barista Del Barrio, offers a charming outdoor setting with rustic picnic tables and vibrant murals. The café's inviting atmosphere reflects its community roots. In 2024, chef-owner Flavia Briones was recognized as a James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef: Southwest. The menu features standout items like the cho
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
6372 South Nogales Highway · South Side
Low-key haunt for bar burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs & fried favorites in a dining room or bar area.
614 North Grande Avenue · Downtown
Tanias 33 exudes a casual charm with hand-painted signage, colorful menu boards, and rustic wooden tables lining the bright, compact space. The dining room combines old-school taquería energy with community warmth, while coolers filled with aguas frescas and Mexican sodas line the back wall. The menu boasts a variety o
E Benson Hwy · Se Vail
Toro Bravo serves modern Mexican cuisine in Vail, near Tucson. The restaurant features a modest dining room and bar, paired with banquet spaces. Reviewers consistently praise the chicken burrito for its generous, hearty portion. The steak also receives frequent recognition for its tender, well-cooked preparation. Fu
10785 North Oracle Road · Oro Valley
If you’ve been to any of the other three locations, you can expect the same menu of tacos, burritos, and beverages. Taco Tuesday, anyone?
58 West Congress Street · Downtown
If you’ve been to any of the other three locations, you can expect the same quick-service menu stacked with build-your-own tacos, burritos, and bowls as well as housemade beverages like horchata and aguas frescas. Taco Tuesday, anyone?
1116 East 6th Street · Downtown
Currently in its soft opening phase, this location is the fourth Reds Tacos in Tucson. Enjoy their Sonoran-style birria, burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and hot dogs.
5118 South 12th Avenue · South Side
BK Carne Asada & Hot Dogs buzzes with energy casual space with colorful chairs and wood tables. A salsa bar offers guests fresh salsas and garnishes. The patio is decorated with sports banners and string lights, while the nearby giant anthropomorphic hot dog stares menacingly. The restaurant is famous for its So
North Stone Avenue · Downtown
For six years, owners Gonzalo and Yilen Vera served their eats from a food truck on Fourth Avenue every weekend. Over time, the idea of a brick-and-mortar spot started to feel less like a dream and more like an eventual reality “We’re excited to bring the flavors of Cuba to Tucson,” the Veras said. “Dishes like our bel
3301 East Grant Road · Midtown
Walk into Rancheros Carnicería at 3301 E. Grant Rd. and they immediately greet you like a regular. The cashier offers samples of their house-made chicharrones, carnitas, and shrimp ceviche. From the entrance, you can see the entire layout: an open kitchen, Mexican pantry staples and snacks, produce and salsas, a meat f
431 North 4th Avenue · Downtown
The cafe is a farm-to-table concept that serves an original menu consisting of burritos, omelets, pastries, sandwiches, plenty of pressed juice to keep you hydrated here in the desert, and coffee from Decibel Coffee Works. The baristas are making classics like Cafe Lattes, Cafe Mochas, Espressos, Americanos, and a simp
1325 Grand Avenue
Many vegans consider the popular Coronado PHX (2245 N. 12th St.) the best vegan spot in Phoenix, yet @deathfreefoodie and I are both wondering if Earth takes the cake with their buffalo wings (SO tasty and SO crispy) and Golden Milk Milkshake.
1813 South 4th Avenue · South Tucson
Mi Nidito — Spanish for my little nest — offers a cozy and vibrant atmosphere that reflects its rich cultural heritage. The interior features colorful murals, traditional Mexican décor, and comfortable seating, creating a warm and inviting environment for guests. This setting complements the restaurant's long-standing
444 West Ajo Way · South Side
If you’ve eaten at Percheron in the past — the food truck has been around for more than 10 years now — then you’re familiar with the epic bacon-wrapped burrito on the menu. It’s by far one of our favorite burritos in town. The bacon is expertly prepared in a manner that keeps it delicate and crisp with each bite rather
10290 East Speedway Boulevard · Eastside
Find Jackfruit burritos, Quesabirria tacos, Sonoran Dogs, and more on this beautifully painted food truck.