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La Frida Mexican Grill & Seafood
7230 East 22nd Street · Eastside
La Frida Mexican Grill & Seafood emphasizes creative Mexican fare with a coastal twist. Its décor blends textured walls and artwork portraits, a nod to its namesake, in an intimate dining footprint. Patrons mention vibrant murals and ambient lighting as part of the lively yet cozy feel.
They don't have a menu on their
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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.
Guide · 62 spots
Where to Eat During Tucson Meet Yourself 2023
Map Legend
The CIRCLE ICONS on the map will show you where to find most vendors when the festival is over. Those without a permanent home will simply return you to the festival grounds.
The STAR ICONS on the map indicate the locations of the music, art, and dance performance venues.
It's t
Max Wingert·Oct 11, 2023
Guide · 56 spots
Where to Eat Tacos in Tucson
Welcome to perhaps the most important Foodie Guide we've made — the guide to the best tacos in Tucson.
This may come as a surprise to you, but there are a lot of options for all things Mexican food in this city. Tucson is quite the hotspot for taco trucks, shops, and stops. So we included a whole bunch of the best c
Oct 7, 2025
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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
Guide · 10 spots
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
Guide · 15 spots
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
Guide · 13 spots
Guide to Heart Healthy Restaurants in Tucson
February is Healthy Heart Month, a perfect time to explore heart-healthy dining options in Tucson.
After experiencing a heart attack, bypass surgery, and heart failure, I’ve become even more mindful of what’s on my plate.
Heart disease is the number one cause of death worldwide and is largely lifestyle-related. S
Mary Gendron·Feb 5, 2025
Guide · 20 spots
15+ Black-Owned Restaurants, Bars, & Makers in Tucson
From soulful eateries serving up traditional favorites to innovative chefs crafting unique flavors, these establishments are not just places to eat but vibrant hubs of culture and community. Here are just a few of our favorite black-owned restaurants and businesses in Tucson.
Learn how we create our guides here.
Jan 15, 2024
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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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Q&A with Claudia Vindiola, owner of La Frida Mexican Grill & Seafood
In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting some of the inspiring women within the culinary & hospitality community. Today, we interview Claudia Vindiola, owner of […]
Jackie Tran·Mar 12, 2025
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Mariscos Chihuahua on Grande: Tucson’s Mexican Seafood Gem
For over three decades, Mariscos Chihuahua at 1009 N. Grande Ave. has served Mexican seafood dishes that keep both locals and visitors returning. With a rich family history tracing its […]
Jackie Tran·Feb 11, 2025
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Bazil’s To Go celebrates 35 years; a deep look in their history
There was a time when fine dining in Tucson meant extensive menus, a quiet atmosphere, cloth napkins, impeccable service, complimentary bread, antipasto, and soup. Local old timers fondly remember the […]
Max McConkey·Jun 11, 2026
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Mariscos restaurant La Perla del Pacifico to host final day June 10
La Perla del Pacifico, the Pacific-style mariscos restaurant at 5601 E. 22nd St. in Tucson, will permanently close Wednesday, June 10. Co-owner Paul Mendoza announced the news in a video […]
Jackie Tran·Jun 8, 2026
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Shorebird Sedona
150 Arizona 179
Whether you're in the mood for an elevated brunch spot, fueling up with a sandwich before a hike, or are simply curious about what a "raw bar" entails, stop by Shorebird the next time you're in Sedona. Their chef-driven recipes are made from scratch daily, and they take pride in sourcing quality seafood and other ingre
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Mariscos Chihuaha – South 6th Ave
3901 South 6th Avenue · South Side
Mariscos Chihuahua has several independently-owned locations in Tucson and Phoenix.
In 1971, the family behind Mariscos Chihuahua opened a small mariscos — Spanish for seafood — stand in Nogales. The stand eventually turned into a full-service restaurant in 1994.
Among the many seafood dishes and cocktails offere
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German Food Station
6780 North Sandario Road · Westside
This food truck serves fresh, authentic and preservative-free German classics, such as bratwurst and currywurst, meatloaf sandwiches with sauerkraut, and more!
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Charro Steak (Casas Adobes)
Charro Steak opened its second location August in the Casas Adobes Plaza at at 7109 N. Oracle Rd. The new spot features the same mesquite-grilled steaks, sustainable seafood, and Sonoran-inspired menu that have defined the downtown restaurant since 2016.