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30+ Restaurants That Can Hold Your Next Big (or Small) Party
It’s that time of year to get together with your loved ones, friends, and co-workers, and if you’ve got a big group, that can prove to be difficult. We’ve put together this list of private dining rooms and restaurant-adjacent event spaces that are ideal for a large family gathering, business function, celebration, team
Addie Ibarra·Dec 17, 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
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Foodie 15: Best Coffee Shops in Midtown Tucson
Coffee makes the world go ‘round! And we’re here to help you find new places to get your daily caffeine fix. If you’re looking for something beyond your regular morning coffee, you’ll find a lot more than a cup of joe at these establishments spread out around Midtown Tucson. From local roasters to feline friends and u
Analeise Fisher·Jan 31, 2024
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Sonoran Week closes out 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer with local flavor
Steak & Carne Asada Week wraps Aug. 2, and Sonoran Week runs Aug. 3 through 9 to close out the 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer campaign. The final week of the summer series celebrates the flavors, ingredients, and culinary traditions of the Sonoran Desert region. Participants can upload receipts at summer.tucsonfoodie
Jul 28, 2026
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Wilko Wine Bar + Eatery: Fresh Menu & Local Ingredients Balance Top Notch Bar Program
Who Wilko Winebar + Eatery Where 943 E. University Blvd What Modern Italian/American Gastropub More info. barwilko.com With the revitalization of downtown Tucson and the addition of its many hip, new restaurants, […]
Sheila Wilensky·Aug 20, 2015
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Foodie 15: Best Restaurants in Sedona, Arizona
You don't need another excuse to take a trip up to Sedona. I mean, the red rock landscapes are straight-up stunning and the hiking options and close proximity to Flagstaff are tough to beat. Still, we've curated this guide to Sedona's best restaurants to help you plan a thorough, fueled journey. From cozy cafes nestl
Sam Jump·Jan 12, 2024
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Primavera Cooks! returns for 2026 with four wine-paired fundraiser dinners in Tucson
The Primavera Foundation's annual fundraising dinner series runs August through October, pairing community apprentices with professional chefs to support emergency services for Tucsonans in crisis.
Jul 15, 2026
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Dante’s Fire to permanently close after 13 years on Grant Road
Dante’s Fire, the midtown Tucson restaurant and cocktail bar at 2526 E. Grant Rd., will permanently close after a final day of service on July 19, 2026. Partner-chef Kenneth Foy […]
Jackie Tran·Jul 6, 2026
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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 fiest
Angela Orlando·Apr 25, 2025
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Casa Vera opens Aug. 12 on La Cholla Boulevard with regional Mexican menu and hacienda design
Casa Vera opens Aug. 12 at 7265 N. La Cholla Blvd. in Tucson, with a regional Mexican menu led by former PY Steakhouse chef Eliana Hernandez and hacienda-inspired design.
Aug 7, 2026
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Apacheria Cukson blends native, Anglo and Hispanic flavors in Tucson
Apacheria Cukson, a Tucson taco stand, blends native, Anglo and Hispanic flavors into a menu rooted in Gabriel Padilla's family history.
Jul 28, 2026
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Alchemy Foods: the Tucson meat alternative made for people who love to cook
Tucson's Alchemy Foods makes a mushroom and pea protein-based meat alternative for home cooks and restaurants. Find it at Heirloom Farmers Market and Food Conspiracy Co-op.
Jul 24, 2026
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Meet the couple behind Raijin Ramen, Ginza Sushi & Izakaya
In the nearly 20 years since they opened Ginza Sushi & Izakaya, Diana and Jun Arai have quietly expanded the scope of the local Japanese culinary scene. Ginza, which debuted […]
Edie Jarolim·Jul 21, 2026
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Best Things the Tucson Foodie Team Tasted in October 2025
Not only are these reminders of the dishes we ate, but they can also be a guide for your own decisions on what to eat here in Tucson.
Nov 26, 2025
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Q&A with Coronet Chef Mallorie Hart + New Menu Photos
[Editor’s note: This article contains photographs from a comped visit.] The Coronet invited the Tucson Foodie team for a tasting of their new menu, created by their newly appointed executive […]
Jackie Tran·Apr 7, 2026
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Local Foods Lookout: 10 Local Dishes Featuring Indigenous Ingredients
“Working with local and heritage products tells an important story about where we live,” said Janos Wilder, James Beard Award-winner and executive chef at DOWNTOWN Kitchen + Cocktails. “They are […]
Claire Kaufman·Mar 7, 2018
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Korea House marks nearly 40 years as Tucson’s oldest Korean restaurant
For nearly four decades, Korea House, the oldest Korean restaurant in Arizona, has been a place where Tucson diners can experience Korean cuisine, culture and family traditions all under one […]
Isabela Gamez·Jul 13, 2026
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Tucson chef José Contreras to cook at James Beard Foundation Platform dinner Aug. 11
Tucson’s José Contreras heads to the James Beard House for a masa and seafood dinner in New York José Contreras, chef and owner of Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen, will to New […]
Jackie Tran·Jul 13, 2026
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Amelia’s chef Jose Contreras to expand with nixtamal-focused Carrizal Molino + Cocina
James Beard Award semifinalist chef and Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen owner Jose Contreras will open Carrizal Molino + Cocina at 119 E. Speedway Blvd., bringing a deeply personal take on regional […]
Jackie Tran·Apr 22, 2026
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How Veratina Kitchens makes home cooking easy for Tucsonans
Want to cook at home to maintain control of what you eat while spending less time shopping, prepping, and cleaning? This might be where Veratina Kitchens steps in for you. […]
Jackie Tran·Jul 7, 2026