The Parish
6453 N Oracle Rd · Northwest
The Parish in Tucson immerses guests in a sultry, Southern-inspired atmosphere. Crystal chandeliers cast a warm glow over dark-paneled walls adorned with eclectic, jazz-themed artwork. The intimate setting, coupled with live music and house-infused spirits, creates a vibrant dining experience.
Renowned for its Southern
Satchmo’s
2320 N Fourth St
The heart and soul of Southern cuisine is alive and well in Flagstaff thanks to Satchmo’s. In a celebration of Cajun, Creole, and barbecue tradition,
Voted Flagstaff's best barbecue restaurant by Southern Living Magazine, the Satchmo's experience isn’t just about the food; it's about family, friends, and community comi
Mr. K's Original BBQ
6302 S Park Ave · South Side
Mr. K’s Original BBQ delivers classic Southern barbecue in a casual, counter service setting. Owner Ray Kendrick has been delighting patrons with his no-frills approach to barbecue since 1997. Popular items on the small menu include beef ribs, hot links, and brisket.
On The Fly Kitchen
If you are planning a party and Southern food is on the menu, look no further, this is the spot for you. You can also find them doing pop-up dinner events all over Tucson like at Prep & Pastry. So, they don't have a phsyical address in Tucson but to keep up with where they're popping up, follow them on Instagram.
Salvatore Vineyards
313 Elgin Rd · Elgin / Sonoita
Salvatore Vineyards and Passion Cellars opened up their tasting room in Sonoita/Elgin in February 2022. They also have locations throughout Southern Arizona including Bisbee, Elgin, Jerome, Scottsdale, Tombstone, and Wilcox. You can give them a taste wherever you go.
The Meading Room
Arizona 82 · Elgin / Sonoita
Down in the grasslands of southern Arizona lies a little farm & fermentery. With rolling hills, fruit trees, lavender fields, mountain views, and stunning desert skies - The Meading Room in Sonoita is a special place in the heart of Arizona wine country. A multi-generational project born out of a love of growing and ma
Ghini's French Caffe
1803 E Prince Rd · Midtown
Ghini’s French Caffe delivers cozy charm with a whimsical touch. The interior features warm brick flooring, rustic plaster walls, and eclectic décor, including chandeliers, framed artwork, and seasonal decorations like hanging snowflakes and garlands. A casual, bustling energy fills the space as diners gather for relax
Welcome Diner
929 E Pierce St
The word on the street is that Welcome Diner will be re-opening their Tucson location sometime in… 2025 (maybe). Until then, you can reminisce at the OG Welcome Diner in Phoenix and enjoy fan favorites like the Bumblebee (crispy buttermilk fried chicken on a scratch-made fresh-baked biscuit with house beer mustard, hon
Frankie’s South Philly Cheesesteaks
3780 W Ina Rd #184 · Marana
Frankie’s South Philly Cheesesteaks delivers a classic East Coast sandwich experience in a casual Tucson setting. The interior features simple counter service, bright signs and a no frills layout that keeps the focus on the food. This includes sourcing Amoroso rolls.
Regulars opt for the traditional cheesesteak with th
Arizona Winery Tours
Arizona Winery Tours runs guided wine and brewery tours across Southern and Central Arizona. The family-owned company transports guests in executive-style vans with reclining leather seats and Bluetooth audio systems. Tours include roundtrip pickup, visits to three stops per outing, snacks, water, and a midday lunch.
Basqueria
350 E Congress St #150 · Downtown
The restaurant’s menu is inspired by the pintxos (bite-sized dishes) found in the Basque country of Northern Spain and Southern France. Before opening the Basqueria, owner Freddy ElMesselmani soaked up the culture and toured the Basque region including Bilbao and the North Spanish coast.
Elote Cafe
350 Jordan Rd
Elote Cafe's Chef Jeff Smedstad curates quote an award-winning menu. Inspired by over two decades of immersive travel across southern and deep interior Mexico, layered onto his Arizona roots, the menu showcases vibrant and bold flavors using seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients and a commitment to sustainability and o
Flying Leap Vineyards & Distillery
North Swan Road · Midtown
Located in the heart of Arizona wine country just 50 miles south of metro Tucson, Flying Leap’s Estate Vineyards, Winery, and Distillery facilities are one of the most beautiful wine venues in the southwestern United States. They spared no detail in ensuring that the customer experience at the winery estate is first-cl
Dos Cabezas WineWorks
Arizona 82 · Elgin / Sonoita
Dos Cabezas WineWorks has been growing grapes and producing wines in southern Arizona since 1995, and baby, it shows. The winery is supplied with distinctive, high-quality fruit from its two estate vineyards: Pronghorn Vineyard in Sonoita and Cimarron Vineyard in the Kansas Settlement. The sparkling Rose is one of my f
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.
Cielos at the Lodge on the Desert
306 N Alvernon Way · Midtown
At Cielos, you'll find savory southwestern specialties served in a spacious, secluded Saltillo-tiled spot with "string lighting, local spirits, and shade sails." Not only is the food delightful but it's one of our top picks in terms of cool, cozy patio bars.
Grandma Jones’ Sweet Potato Pies
East 29th Street · Midtown
“Did I think that when I started making pies with my grandma I would be here today? No,” said Shena McDuffie of Grandma Jones’ Sweet Potato Pies. “It was not something that I was working toward. All I can say is that it has been quite the journey and being here now has been a blessing.”
To make an order, call 520-999-1
Janet & Ray's
5443 E 22nd St · Midtown
Daily dishes include Jerk Chicken, Fried Catfish, and Fried Chicken but the restaurant is also serving daily specials every week. Therefore, there's always something new to try at Janet & Ray's! For instance, if you show up on Fridays, there's a chance they'll have Lobster Mac n' Cheese or Whole Snapper on the menu.
Bottega Michelangelo
420 W Magee Rd · Oro Valley
Bottega Michelangelo brings in a hip, contemporary breath of fresh air to date night. The menu options are solid — you can't go wrong (but if you need some help, get the Burrata Salad and Porchetta). Happy hour offerings include Calamari Calabrese and Lamb Chop Lollipops with prickly pear reduction, lemon, and mint pes
Pho Ngan
4951 E Grant Rd suite 119 · Midtown
Pho Ngan offers the standard pho and banh mi, but check out the sleeper hits.
Banh xeo, a savory rice flour crepe, come stuffed with sautéed shrimp, pork and bean sprouts, and arrive with lettuce and mint for wrapping.
The canh ga chien nuoc mam are bone-in chicken wings glazed in caramelized fish sauce, served with wh