Sharing the natural beauty and warmth of the serene landscape while delivering the flavors of a modern trattoria by using the hidden bounty of the Sonoran Desert. We offer a destination for those that seek, those that travel, and those that enjoy with an unpretentious design, rustic yet flavorful cuisine, and thoughtful service. Our Italian inspired cuisine allows our curators to deliver the best of the season with passion filled dishes and cocktails. Our menu celebrates the synergetic relationships of our community by partnering with proud artisans.
St. Cruz restaurant inside The Leo Kent sources many local ingredients for the menu and features local beers, wines, and liquor in the bar. It is inspired by the Santa Cruz River, which ran through Tucson and gave sustenance to generations of Tucsonans.
Cielos at Lodge on the Desert offers one of the best dining options in Southern Arizona. Dine on contemporary seasonal cuisine that pays tribute to Southwest ingredients. Complemented by classic craft cocktails featuring local spirits and a delectable wine list, Cielos is the perfect place for a romantic night out or a casual happy hour with friends.The intimate space is framed with floor-to-ceiling windows and overlooks a spacious secluded Saltillo-tiled outdoor private patio featuring bistro string lighting, a four-sided, tiled fireplace for optimal year-round al fresco dining. Cielos and its Bar both reflect a genuine, richly authentic Southern Arizona historic charm and ambience including rough-hewn artist-design hand-painted wood beams, Mexican tin chandeliers, floating potted plants and shade sails.
