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Foodie 15: Best Spots for Games, Food, and Drinks in Tucson
Tucson’s food scene is more than just great food and drinks — there are quite a few local places where you can challenge your friends to a game of pinball, cornhole, bocce ball, Pac-Man, or even a round of giant Connect Four. Heck, a couple of these spots even have batting cages.
Here are 15 of the best locally owne
Matt Sterner·Jan 29, 2025
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Where to Eat & Drink Near the Día de los Muertos Concert Downtown
The Tucson Symphony Orchestra and the Tucson International Mariachi Conference will join forces for a vibrant Día de los Muertos concert at the Tucson Convention Center. The event, held at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 1 inside the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, celebrates life through music, dance, and community. Internationally
Oct 27, 2025
Guide · 19 spots
15+ Pizza Slice & Drink Combos For $10 or Less
Sometimes you're not hungry enough to eat an entire pizza and, to be honest, nuking it in your microwave turns it into an edible frisbee. A lot of us have been there, done that.
Luckily, there are plenty of places in Tucson that offer pizza by the slice. To make it even better, they offer a combo deal of some sort
Matt Sterner·Aug 9, 2024
Guide · 33 spots
Where To Eat & Drink During Film Fest Tucson 2024
Film Fest Tucson 2024 is not simply where moviegoers can meet filmmakers and experience their works of art — it's also an opportunity for the local food scene to shine.
From Thursday, October 10 - Saturday, October 12 , Film Fest Tucson will be screening films in multiple locations including:
Scottish Rit
Max Wingert·Oct 9, 2023
Guide · 70 spots
Where to Eat & Drink During the Fall Southern AZ Home Show
Two stars of the culinary world will headline the Fall Southern AZ Home Show at the Tucson Convention Center at 260 S. Church Ave. from Friday, Oct. 3, through Sunday, Oct. 5.
Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster (chefs, cookbook authors, and executive food editors for multi-platform cooking resource America’s
Sep 19, 2025
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
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Where to eat & drink at the Mercado District in 2026
The Mercado District sits at the westernmost stop of the Sun Link streetcar, about a mile from downtown. The district now spans four properties: the Spanish colonial-style Mercado San Agustín, […]
Jackie Tran·Jul 6, 2026
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Bloom Tea now open in Oro Valley with loose-leaf teas & matcha drinks
A new tea-focused gathering spot arrives in Oro Valley Bloom Tea has officially opened its doors in Oro Valley, offering loose-leaf teas, matcha drinks, and a community-focused atmosphere designed for […]
Jackie Tran·Mar 16, 2026
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A Taste of Oro Valley returns with food, drinks, and live music at Steam Pump Ranch
Oro Valley’s signature spring food festival returns April 12 with local flavors, live music, and community impact. The 11th annual A Taste of Oro Valley takes place from 4:30 to […]
Apr 9, 2026
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Guide to St. Patrick’s Day food & drink specials in Tucson 2026
Tucson restaurants and bars are ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with festive food, drinks, and events across the city. Expect corned beef dinners, Guinness desserts, Irish whiskey cocktails, and […]
Mar 14, 2026
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Drink for Solidarity Returns to Zerai’s for Lunar New Year 2026
The Drink for Solidarity cocktail competition returns to Zerai’s Intl Bar from 6-9 p.m. on Feb. 24, bringing together Tucson’s beverage community for a Lunar New Year celebration. Organizers will […]
Feb 19, 2026
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New Presta autumn drinks debut September 26
Oh, it’s already fall. Well, Presta Coffee Roasters has launched three new seasonal drinks across its Tucson cafés, starting September 26. Harvest Moon Returns First, Harvest Moon offers a classic […]
Jackie Tran·Sep 26, 2025
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Drinking Horn Mead Hall
108 E Rte 66
Evan and Kelly, the proprietors of Drinking Horn, aimed to establish an inclusive gathering place that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds. Their vision was to transport customers to a bygone era, immersing them in the ambiance of a traditional Mead Hall, where they can savor the essence of traditional mead.
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Reilly Craft Pizza and Drink
101 East Pennington Street · Downtown
Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink, housed in a restored 1906 funeral home in downtown Tucson, blends historic charm with modern design. The interior showcases original features like vaulted ceilings, exposed brick walls, and stained-glass windows, complemented by contemporary elements such as communal tables and industrial li
Event·Jul 18, 2026
Iron Chef Tucson 2026
This year’s 18th annual Iron Chef Battle is between reigning Iron Chef Anthony Dromgoole vs the winner of Meet the Chefs 2026. Your ticket includes entry to the Culinary Experience from 1-4 pm with 3 hours of food and drink sampling, cooking demos, classes and more; plus the Iron Chef Competition from 5:00pm-.8:00pm
Event·Jul 18, 2026·Tucson Chinese Cultural Center
Tucson Card Vault
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Join collectors, vendors, and fans from across the region at the Tucson Card Vault Card Show your premier destination for everything TCG, sports cards, collectibles, and more! From Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! to NBA and NFL, this show features a strong focus o
Event·Jul 19, 2026
Ratatouille + A Dine-in Experience
Ratatouille follows Remy, a highly gifted rat who dreams of becoming a master chef. Separated from his family in Paris, he forms an unlikely alliance with Linguini, a clumsy kitchen garbage boy. Remy secretly cooks exquisite dishes by pulling Linguini’s hair from underneath his chef’s hat, proving anyone can cook. Dine
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Coffee Times Drive-Thru
3401 East Speedway Boulevard · Midtown
Founded in 1999 by Michael Cripps, his brother Jeremy, and his uncle, David Mannell, Coffee Times is a family-owned and operated drive-thru coffee shop located on a busy section of Speedway, between Alvernon and Country Club. The shop features both drive-thru and walk-up windows, serving coffee and espresso drinks, smo
Event·Aug 1, 2026
Sideways + A Dine-in Experience
Struggling writer and wine enthusiast Miles (Paul Giamatti) takes his engaged friend, Jack (Thomas Haden Church), on a trip to wine country for a last single-guy bonding experience. While Miles wants to relax and enjoy the wine, Jack is in search of a fling before his wedding. Soon Jack is sleeping with Stephanie (Sand
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Stacks Book Club (Broadway Boulevard)
East Broadway Boulevard · University
Stacks Book Club Broadway opened in May 2026 on the Sunshine Mile, occupying the former Austin's Ice Cream building at 2920 E. Broadway, a midcentury structure with a community history stretching back to 1959. Owners Lizzy and Crispin Jeffrey-Franco preserved original elements of the space, including red brick walls a
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Deserto Frozen Yogurt & Café
East River Road · Foothills
Deserto Frozen Yogurt & Café offers a self-serve dessert experience on Tucson's northeast side. Sage green tiles line the walls, paired with violet accents and white marble tables.
Customers build their own frozen yogurt creations from flavors like taro, salted caramel, and premium tart. The café also draws atte
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Presta Coffee Roasters – South Avenida del Convento
100 South Avenida del Convento · Downtown
Presta Coffee Roasters exudes a modern greenhouse vibe with bright white counters, trailing vines, and geometric tile patterns. The space feels fresh and alive, with natural light pouring in and greenery draped from overhead beams. Known for its expertly roasted beans and innovative drink menu, Presta has earned its p