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Father’s Day 2026: Food, Music & More for Dad in Tucson
Save the grilling for another day! This Father’s Day has special dishes, cheap beer, and deals that are big enough to feed the entire family.

Bruno Brings Bright Italian Flavors Downtown at Perche’ No Italian Bistro
Although it sits right next to the Fox Tucson Theatre, in the heart of downtown, it’s tempting to call Perche’ No Italian Bistro a hidden gem. Without a major s

Studio Janos reopens with two new Fall menus
In case you’ve missed it, Studio Janos is the latest venture by James Beard Award-winning Chef Janos Wilder.

Q&A with Sunshine Wine Chef de Cuisine Wyatt Carrizosa
At just 25, Wyatt Carrizosa is quietly helping shape the future of how Tucson eats and drinks. As chef de cuisine at Sunshine Wine, he’s crafting a menu that fe

La Esquina brings Spanish wine bar flair to a historic corner
La Esquina opened in January 2025 as a Spanish-influenced wine bar at 630 E. Ninth St. on a historic corner just outside downtown Tucson. Co-owners Faisal Al-Ra

Tabu Launches Latin-Inspired Brunch Menu
Tabu, a Latin-fusion bar and restaurant on Congress Street, has rolled out a new brunch menu that turns traditional Latin-inspired plates. The downtown restaura

The National Downtown Expands with Dinner Hours (PHOTOS)
Downtown restaurant The National recently expanded hours to include dinner service from 5-9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. They hosted us for dinner to check o

5 Points Reemerges with All-Day Menu, Elevated Bakery & Market
After an extended time in Maine — where 5 Points’ cousin restaurant The Alna Store earned national acclaim — owners Jasper Ludwig and Brian Haskins are back wit

Thirsty Thursday: March Madness and New Beers at Pueblo Vida
If you’re looking for a little buzz, Pueblo Vida Brewing has some new brews to pair with the Big 12 Tournament and beyond.

Foodie’s Guide to Tucson’s Trending Five Points Intersection
The Five Points intersection — where 18th Street converges with Stone and Sixth avenues — serves as the gateway to five historic barrios. Since the 1800s, Indig

Monday Munchies: Empanadas at Bombolé Eatery
Monday Munchies is supported by Botanica. Sometimes hunger strikes when you’re strutting down the sidewalk downtown, looking both ways before crossing the stree

Lindy’s on 4th Has Been Acquired — New Changes Coming in 2025
The group is pumped about the new partnership and is looking forward to making sure the restaurant’s “legacy thrives for decades to come.”

Restaurant of the Week: Tabu
Next to the former Chicago Music Store building at the corner of Congress and Sixth, Tabu offers a fresh take on Latin-inspired cuisine.

24 Hours in Tucson: Guides For Families, Foodies & Travelers
Dive into these four curated 24-hour guides to find the best spots for families, wellness seekers, outdoor enthusiasts, and dedicated foodies.

Chef Roderick LeDesma Unveils a New Menu at Maynards
With an extensive culinary background and strong community ties, Chef Roderick LeDesma brings a heap of talent and experience to Maynards.

Eating (and Drinking) One’s Art as the Chinese Chorizo Festival Turns 3
Throughout October and November, local and regional creations show us the temporary wonder of food’s special art form.

Restaurant of the Week: The Cup Café at Hotel Congress
The hotel has had a great run for 100+ years and you can count on the food to be top-notch each time you stop by.

Rise and Shine with Rosebud Bakery
Rosebud Bakery is quickly becoming a popular destination for its artisanal baked goods and belly-warming coffee at 844 S. Sixth Ave.

De Novo Market & Tap: Grab-and-Go Spot Coming Soon to Downtown
Over on the corner of Church Avenue and Alameda Street — across from the YMCA — De Novo Market & Tap is bringing grab-and-go options to down.

Monday Munchies: Vegan Burgers & Bites at Beaut Burger
It’s a housemade, flavor-packed grain and veggie patty topped with frizzled onions, tomato, pickled poblano, and smoked tomato aioli.

Cinco De Mayo En El Barrio Returns to Downtown Tucson
We’ve booked Lucha Libre wrestlers, RASTAS Band, DJs, live mural painting, a full bar, and 10 local food trucks and pop-ups.

Visitor’s Guide to Over 100 Essential Tucson Restaurants & Bars 2018
No brand partner was involved in the creation of this content and no one featured in this article has paid for inclusion. Our non-food Brand Partners are assign

Taco Tour Part IV: Downtown Tucson (Interactive Map)
In part four of our Taco Tour series, we’re featuring taco joints around downtown Tucson. To view previous segments, read ‘Tour de Taco’ Part I: South 12th Aven

The Little One, Formerly Little Café Poca Cosa: Big on Heart & Flavor
“I live in a fishing village outside of San Carlos, Sonora every other week,” said Sandra Davila, co-owner of downtown’s The Little One. On her way down, Davila

Sand-Reckoner Vineyards Pét-Nat Party June 3
What Sand-Reckoner Vineyards Pét-Nat Party When 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, June 3 Where Sand Reckoner Tasting Room 501 N. 7th Ave., Unit 170 More Info (520) 833

Summer Wine Tour 2017 at Maynards Market & Kitchen June 2 – September 22
What Summer Wine Tour 2017 When 6 – 8 p.m. Fridays, June 2 – September 22 Where Maynards Market & Kitchen 400 N Toole Ave. More Info (520) 545-0577 […]

Urban Pita: Fast, House-Made Mediterranean Cuisine
Located on the ground floor of the parking garage-meets-student housing structure that’s also home to HiFi Kitchen & Cocktails, the unassuming facade of Urban P

Visitor’s Guide to 88 Essential Tucson Restaurants & Bars
This article originally appeared on Tucson Foodie in January 2017. No brand partner was involved in the creation of this content and no one featured in this art

Happy Hour Pick of the Week: Good Oak Bar
What Good Oak Bar Where 316 E Congress St Happy Hour Info 4 – 6 p.m. More Info goodoakbar.com Can’t get enough of happy hour? Fortunately, Tucson has […]

Penca Third Anniversary Celebration Tonight With Specials, Live Music
What Third Anniversary Party When March 1, 9-11:30pm Where Penca Restaurante 50 E Broadway Blvd. More Info pencatucson.com In three short years, Penca Restauran

Explore Willcox Wine Country & More This Sunday With Edible Excursions
As Tucsonans, we’re lucky to be experiencing the city at a unique time in its cultural history. It’s easy to see that Tucson is growing outward and upward with

Tucson Craft Beer Crawl Returns With 25 Brewers & 8 Downtown Venues
What Tucson Craft Beer Crawl When Sat, Feb. 20, 1-5pm Where Multiple Locations Downtown More Info tucsoncraftbeercrawl.com Last February, hundreds of beer lover

24 New Years Eve Dining Options
Options abound for ringing in 2016 with a full belly. Below are 24 (and counting) places to grab a bite before – or as – your New Years Eve celebration. […]

An Inside Look At Downtown Tucson’s Independent Distillery
Walk into The Independent Distillery and the 100-year-old bricks that stack their way up to the wooden beams brim with character. The bar, handcrafted from a Do

Good Oak Bar Honors History & Neighbors; Begins Offering Whiskey & Agave Based Spirits
The Good Oak Bar has the feel of an updated yet vintage Tucson. “What we like and want to hold on to is the neighborhood bar, amid all the downtown […]

Halloween Extravaganza & Open Mic At Cartel Coffee Downtown Tonight
If you simply can’t wait to show off your Halloween costume, head downtown to Cartel Coffee’s Broadway location tonight at 6pm. Cartel is hosting the ultimate H

13 Spots Near Four Tucson Theaters For Dining Before a Show
With the fall season upon us, a few favorites come out of the woodwork, namely, cooler weather, an overload of pumpkin spice, and our favorite classic theater p

Tucson Food Tours Leads The Way Through Downtown’s Booming Culinary Scene
With restaurants replacing storefronts and new types of cuisine being introduced at a rapid pace, it’s only natural to for visitors – and some locals – to seek

Beer & Cheese Tasting With Blu And Reilly Craft Pizza Tonight
What Beer & Cheese Tasting When Sept. 15, 2015 Where Reilly Craft Pizza and Drink 101 E. Pennington More info. eventbrite.com If you are looking to upgrade your

Born & Brewed Offers A Weekend Of Beer, Bikes & Barbecue
What Born & Brewed Weekend When Sept. 18-20, 2015 Where Hotel Congress 311 E Congress St More info. hotelcongress.com. If there are three things Tucson can’t ge

Five-Course Beer Dinner With Founders Brewing at Ermanos
Beer Trio (Flickr/Lindsey G) What: Ermanos/Founders Brewing Beer Dinner When: 6pm, June 29 Where: Ermanos, 220 N. 4th Ave Cost: $55 Ermanos Craft Beer & Wine Ba

Hotel Congress, Janos Wilder Team Up For Agave Dinner Benefit
To kick off the 7th Annual Agave Fest, Hotel Congress will team up with Downtown Kitchen & Cocktails’ Janos Wilder to host an Agave Dinner Friday, May 1. The ex

Pie Bird Bakery & Cafe Brings Modern Comfort Food To Downtown
Photos by Julianne Capati Pie Bird Bakery & Café, a new downtown contender for baked goods, breakfast, and lunch, quietly opened shop on the ground floor of the

14 Best Coffee Shops In & Around Downtown Tucson
For most people, myself included, the day doesn’t start until we’ve had our morning coffee. If you live, work, or play anywhere along or near the Modern Streetc

Cooking Classes Galore: Acacia, Tucson Originals, Tasteful Kitchen, & More
A major contributor to Tucson’s exceptional food scene is the prevalence of fresh, locally grown and delicious ingredients that you can find year-round. From He

Tucson Foodie 2014 Highlights
Looking back on 2014, it seems a more mature Tucson has blossomed. The momentum downtown is still strong, but it’s a ‘settled’ strong. Parking meters now take c

Tucson Times Square NYE Block Party at Hotel Congress
What’s better than watching the ball drop at midnight in Times Square? Um…how about watching a 15′ tall TACO drop at Hotel Congress right here in Tucson? Hotel

Barrio Cuisine: A Native American Bistro
As the culinary landscape of Downtown Tucson continues to grow and change, a new restaurant has opened its doors that promises to shake things up. Barrio Cuisin





