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The Cup Cafe
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Moderate
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Contemporary American
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4.8
(2118)
Recently awarded "Top 100 Neighborhood Gems in America" by OpenTable!
Reservations are highly recommended for dinner due to limited indoor seating and high demand for patio seating.
During breakfast and lunch we do not accept reservations, *EXCEPT* on these holidays: Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
The Cup Café is a downtown Tucson tradition with a reputation for delicious, inspired fare, alive with flavor. A full-service, historic modern bistro, The Cup Café appeals to locals and visitors alike.
Enjoy the variety of The Cup’s all-day menu and the fresh, delectable, and ever-changing daily features. Selections include build-your-own omelets, unique salads, great appetizers, full-course entrees, classic sandwiches, as well as vegan and vegetarian options.
The Cup also proudly features homemade desserts, baked in-house, as well as a comfortable and expansive outdoor patio, full-service bar, unique signature cocktails, and intriguing wine selections.
Thank you!
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Nook - Tucson
Price: Moderate
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Contemporary American
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4.8
(287)
Enjoy exceptional service and a friendly atmosphere at Nook. It's a wonderful spot for enjoying a delicious meal while catching up with old acquaintances over lunch. Nook is located just south of the Prima County Public Library on East Congress Street. It opened in 2015 and has become a trendy eatery that serves up New American cuisine. Owners Nikki and Matt Thompson along with Todd Anderson are fellow Tucsonans who love their community. Local artists have work showcased throughout this contemporary restaurant. Nook also prides itself on serving up locally sourced food. Try the Godfather Benedict with prosciutto, arugula, poached egg hollandaise and balsamic drizzle for breakfast, or come down during lunch for a green corn tamale pie with cabbage salad. It offers take-out service and is open for breakfast and lunch during the week. This restaurant also serves brunch on Saturday and Sunday.
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Bata
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.7
(1067)
Bata is a restaurant designed to celebrate the best our region has to offer. We cook over a live oak fire, on our custom fabricated hearth. Our menu changes daily. We mill AZ grown grain in house, daily. We focus on whole animal butchery, done in house. We have an extensive fermentation program. Our bar program largely focuses on wines that are organic, biodynamic, and produced with minimal intervention. The cocktail list highlights the best products of the season, with a carefully curated list of spirits from across the globe. We believe that our hospitality is just as important as the food and beverages we put on the table.
We do not encourage our restaurant for young children. We do not have any highchairs in house and ask that you please bring your own if it is required.
We do not offer any outdoor seating. Private dining, kitchen counter and large party seating available. Email hello@batatucson.com for inquiries.
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Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - Downtown
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.6
(1311)
REILLY offers modern Italian food in a casual urban setting. Our menu features smalls, salads, craft pizzas, fresh house-made pastas, desserts and craft drinks. If you are looking for outdoor dining, check out our Beer Garden and rooftop-now open! Rooftop and Beer Garden dining are open seating, order at the counter.
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Wild Garlic Grill
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary French
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4.6
(2720)
Dine- in, takeout and delivery
Wed- Sun 12:00PM-9:00PM
At the heart of the vibrant Tucson gastronomic scene is a quaint, family owned restaurant that has made a name for itself by combining the classical French education of Executive Chef Steven Schultz with the flavors of traditional southwest cuisine. Driven by the vision of casual fine dining that he shares with wife and Maudi Gourdin, the pair have managed to make The Wild Garlic Grill one of Tucson’s premiere destinations for food lovers from all walks of life. That all too familiar aroma of garlic will titillate your senses from the moment you step through the front door, followed instantly by the pageantry of Chef and his crew hard at work in the open kitchen where you can watch your meal as it is prepared. One can sense the warmth that emanates from their comradery and dedication and it doesn’t take long to notice that the front of house staff shares the same passion. It’s almost as if they are one big happy family…
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OBON + Sushi + Bar + Ramen - Tucson
Price: Expensive
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Asian
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4.6
(582)
Nestled in the cross section of Downtown Tucson and Historic 4th Avenue, OBON Tucson is located in the heart of Tucson’s entertainment district on Congress Street. With a polished casual approach, OBON is the spot for an unconventional and memorable dining experience. The menu features an array of starters, steamed buns, ramen and sushi, as well as an expansive list of inventive and thoughtful cocktails.
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Maynards
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.5
(2354)
Nestled in the historic train depot, Maynards offers an authentic dining experience featuring locally-inspired dishes, an award-winning wine list, and hand-crafted cocktails. Market-driven and fueled by a passion for the Southwest, Maynards delights guests with ephemeral seasonal dishes that celebrate the harvests of the Sonoran Desert in an elegant, romantic atmosphere.
Downtown Tucson’s Historic East End is both a destination and a hub for those seeking the heart of urban Tucson.
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Sullivan's Steakhouse - Tucson
Price: Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.5
(2640)
Sullivan’s is a vibrant neighborhood American Steakhouse featuring the finest steaks & seafood, hand shaken martinis, & live music. We offer comfortable fine dining in a lively atmosphere. From the moment you step inside our lounge for drinks, appetizers or dinner, you will feel the energy and excitement provided by our professional team. Sullivan’s serves the finest hand-selected steaks, simply seasoned and broiled at 1,200 degrees, fresh seafood, a wide selection of cravable appetizers, soups, salads and side dishes.
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Agustin Kitchen
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.6
(2413)
New American Cuisine.
Happy Hour Drinks Every Day from 3-5!
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Tanque Verde Guest Ranch
Great vibe
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Price: Expensive
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Regional American (Southwestern)
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4.5
(347)
The Carrillo Dining Room is warm and inviting. Whether it is the array of plated dinners, Lunch or Breakfast, this is a relaxing place to gather with your team. The room creates an environment to welcome conversation between all guests while still allowing privacy. Reserved table(s) for your group is one of our standards so you may enjoy meals together and mingle. This is a spacious area is lighted with floor to ceiling windows that allow amazing views and let in the warmth of the Old West. You’ll feel right at home with our friendly staff in the Main Dining Room.
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Chela's Latin Cuisine
Price: Moderate
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Mexican
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4.5
(13)
We are a family owned business that began serving the Tucson community in the 90’s by food
trucks. Our first location, El Sur Restaurant, has become a staple in Tucson over the last 20 years.
Come support our sister concept, Chela’s Latin Cuisine, in Downtown Tucson!

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Since Tucson is well-known for its scorching temperatures, you'll find a variety of themed raspados (or flavored shaved ice) restaurants on many of the corners. These restaurants typically serve sandwiches with deli meat, a vegan menu, and a variety of salads as well. Because of its heavy Mexican culture, Downtown Tucson also boasts some of the country's most authentic Mexican cuisine. It's tough to find a city where you'll get true, traditional Mexican animal cuts. You'll also find some of the best Western-style steakhouses in the Desert Southwest here! Furthermore, College students love variety, and with the University of Arizona just around the block, Downtown Tucson made sure to cater to them with a host of sushi, Thai, Korean, Japanese, and Indian restaurants.

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As of Nov 27, 2024 there are 28 restaurants in Downtown Tucson. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.

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