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Lucky Wishbone
7 locations
Lucky Wishbone on delivers a casual old school comfort food experience built around fried foods including fried chicken, wings, gizzards, chicken liver, steak fingers, and shrimp.
Meals come with fries and toast. Their house sauce is a zippy cocktail sauce. They also offer a handful of burgers and sandwiches.
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Guide to Tucson Mexican Restaurants with House-Made Tortillas
As with any regional food, locals, and natives are blindly wed to their preferred go-to taqueria. They shake their fists in the air and shout to the maize goddesses which taco joint is “best,” which is not, and then intersperse a personal rationale as to why. “They’re not authentic," a devotee will insist at a fiesta.
Angela Orlando·Apr 25, 2025
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Chef Brian's Comfort Kitchen
804 S 6th Ave · Downtown
Chef Brian Hill recently moved to Tucson from Florida and opened up Chef Brian’s Comfort Kitchen, which is a takeout, delivery, and catering company. He was on the first season of Top Chef, appeared on other reality TV shows like Master Chef and Beat Bobby Flay, and was once the private chef for celebrities Mariah Care
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Best Breakfast Burritos in Tucson
Breakfast burritos are a hearty way to power you through the day. They're also great as a hangover cure. Whatever you need a breakfast burrito for, Tucson is there for you. Local tortillas? Housemade chorizo? A variety of salsas? Check, check, and check — and much more.
Here are some of the top spots in town to fin
Max Wingert·Aug 18, 2023
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Guide to Locally Owned Groceries with Fresh Produce in Tucson
Locally owned groceries around Tucson carry an assortment of packaged foods, but how many carry fresh produce? As it turns out, not nearly as many as there are restaurants.
Farmers markets, such as Heirloom Farmers Markets, and other programs, such as Pivot Produce and Tucson CSA provide access to local produc
Jackie Tran·Mar 20, 2025
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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, and go dancing. This guide is here to help you get started. Learn how we create our guides her
Jun 15, 2023
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Eegee's
18 locations
Casual chain serving frozen fruit drinks along with submarine sandwiches, fries & salads.
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Friesy
North Fair Oaks Avenue · University & 4th Ave
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US Fries Opens Saturday With Free Food. Will They Thrive?
This is an opinion piece, so don’t hate. But, do feel free to leave some feedback. When news broke months ago that US Fries, a new concept planned to launch in […]
Adam Lehrman·Sep 12, 2014
Guide · 54 spots
The Essential Foodie Guide to Marana
Famous for its unique blend of traditional Southwestern fare and innovative foodie experiences, Marana is a paradise for every kind of gastronomy. From laid-back cafes serving artisanal pastries, vibrant bars boasting craft beers and clever cocktails, to upscale restaurants offering exquisite dining experiences, our gu
Jul 14, 2023
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The Best Places to Find Latkes in Tucson during Hanukkah
Ah, Hanukkah! ‘Tis the season when menorahs are lit in Jewish homes, and the sounds and smells of frying oil waft from the kitchen.
After a victorious rebellion and the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, so the Hanukkah story goes, only a single day's worth of consecrated oil remained to keep the holy s
Edie Jarolim·Dec 7, 2023
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The Ultimate Tucson Restaurant Bucket List
Welcome to Tucson Foodie's comprehensive guide to the absolute best restaurants in Tucson. The restaurant scene showcases an extraordinary tapestry of cultures, tastes, and innovative gastronomic experiences. It's a paradise for food lovers, with an eclectic mix of flavors that can satisfy the most discerning palate,
Jun 15, 2023
Guide · 34 spots
Where to Eat in Southern Marana
Just north of Tucson, in the foothills of the Torolita Mountains, you'll find Marana -- a small, but rapidly growing town rich with history, surrounded by beautiful views, and populated by a community that loves their local food.
This guide addresses that last part, in particular -- the best restuarants in South Mar
Jul 14, 2023
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Gentle Ben's Brewing
865 E University Blvd · Downtown
Gentle Ben’s features an industrial vibe with an open layout that flows to a shaded rooftop deck with city views and casual patio seating. The venue buzzes with energy from local college crowds and live sports on big screens, transforming into a club vibe on busy nights.
The Lizzy Salad with chicken, bacon, gorgonzola
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Off The Hook Seafood
Off the Hook's fried fish is some of the best seafood in Tucson. They're a food truck so they don't have a physical address but you can keep up with where they're parked by following them on Facebook. Warning: You'll likely be "hooked" after you try chef Matt Kearney's cuisine.
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Coronet, Whiskey Del Bac, Barrio Bread host a garden-to-table benefit dinner Sept. 27
Coronet Restaurant hosts a garden-to-table benefit dinner Sept. 27 with Whiskey Del Bac, Barrio Bread, and Desert Pearl Mushrooms. Tickets $125. Proceeds benefit Community Gardens of Tucson.
Sep 16, 2026
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Summer at the House: Sonoran House Sam Hughes rolls out seasonal menu
Sonoran House Sam Hughes has introduced “Summer at the House,” a seasonal lineup of food specials, daily drink deals, and weekend brunch available 11 a.m. to close. The program runs […]
Jackie Tran·Jun 23, 2026
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Vegan Tucson Night Market returns to Rillito Park on Sept. 5 with 66 vendors
Vegan Tucson Night Market returns Sept. 5 at Rillito Park with 66 all-vegan vendors, free admission, free parking, live music, and dogs welcome. No ticket needed.
Aug 25, 2026
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TCOG-Certified Restaurants Participating in Sonoran Restaurant Week 2026
One of the most beautiful things about Sonoran Restaurant Week is the ability to enjoy a curated prix-fixe menu for a fraction of the cost.
Sep 9, 2026
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Tucson's 100 Boil Pot & Grill blends hot pot with pan-fried buns
100 Boil Pot & Grill opened August 1 in the former Tasty Pot space on Wetmore Road, bringing Taiwanese hot pot and pan-fried buns to Tucson.
Jackie Tran·Sep 8, 2026