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Nook - Tucson, Tucson, AZ

Nook - Tucson

4.8
4.8
287 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 1 time today
  • Great for brunch
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Healthy
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (520) 622-6665
  • Website
    http://www.nookdowntown.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Thompson
  • Location
    1 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Tucson
  • Cross Street
    Congree and Stone
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

The Lighter Side

  • Warm Blueberry SconesUS$9.00

    butter, house jam

    • Power ParfaitUS$9.00

      overnight coconut oats, chia jam, fruit, granola, agave drizzle

      • Nickel and Lox PlateUS$13.00

        pumpernickel, dill cream cheese, lemon oil, capers fresh lox, red onion, tomato, hard-boiled egg, seeds

        • Protien Carrot BreadUS$10.00

          chilled carrot bread, peanut butter, sliced bananas, granola, agave

          Specialties

          • BCLM*US$13.00

            bacon cheeseburger loco moco, white rice, American cheese, beef patty, brown gravy, bacon, scallions, 2 eggs

            • Burrito*US$13.00

              potatoes, fried eggs, cheese, green chili + onions, pico de gallo, ranchero sauce, jalapeno creme, cotija cheese

              • Breakfast Tamale Pie*US$13.00

                house-made corn masa, fire roasted chilis + cheese, ranchero sauce, salsa, eggs

                • Hanger Steak and Eggs*US$15.00

                  Az local beef, red smoked chimichurri, smashed hash, eggs

                  • Pulled Pork Chilaquiles*US$13.00

                    house made chips, salsa verde, pico, cotija cheese, jalapeño creme, 2 eggs

                    • Shakshuka Benedict*US$13.00

                      crispy chickpea cake, spinach, eggs, spiced tomato, hollandaise

                      • The Godfather Benedict*US$13.00

                        crumpet, prosciutto, arugula, eggs, hollandaise, balsamic drizzle

                        • The Bahn Mi Benedict*US$13.00

                          crumpet, braised pork belly, bahn mi dressed salad, poached egg, hollandaise, chili crunch

                          • Breakfast Nook*US$13.00

                            2 eggs, bacon, hash or griddlecakes

                            Greenery

                            • Asian Chopped Salad*US$10.00

                              greens, cabbage, bell pepper, cucumber, broccoli, crispy rice, carrots, sesame dressing

                              • Nourish BowlUS$12.00

                                falafal, avocado, hard-boiled egg, 24 hour tomato, cucumber, goat cheese, seeds, buttermilk dressed greens

                                • Kale Miso SaladUS$10.00

                                  Kale, roasted broccoli, almonds, candied ginger, roasted salmon, sesame seeds, miso dressing

                                  • Caesar SaladUS$10.00

                                    greens, kale, radish, fresh cornbread croutons, cherry tomatoes, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette

                                    Folded Eggs

                                    served with smashed hash

                                    • Ham and CheeseUS$12.00

                                      • Jalapeno, Scallion, Bacon, CheeseUS$12.00

                                        • Spinach, Tomato, Roasted GarlicUS$12.00

                                          And

                                          • Toast and JamUS$2.50

                                            • EggUS$2.00

                                              • Little GriddleUS$5.00

                                                • BaconUS$3.00

                                                  • FruitUS$5.00

                                                    • HashUS$5.00

                                                      • FriesUS$5.00

                                                        • Cottage CheeseUS$3.00

                                                          • Side SaladUS$3.00

                                                            • AvocadoUS$1.50

                                                              Handheld

                                                              served with hand-cut fries, smashed hash or side salad

                                                              • Bacon, Egg and Cheese*US$12.00

                                                                cheesy bun, chipotle mayo, arugula, over-medium egg

                                                                • Tuna Salad Sandwich

                                                                  white albacore tuna, hard-boiled egg, sweet relish, mayo, tomato, greens, white bread

                                                                  • ColdUS$11.00

                                                                • Hot-Link Breakfast Sandwich*US$12.00

                                                                  mayo, avocado, cherry peppers, cheddar, over-medium egg, on a bun

                                                                  • All-American Burger*US$14.00

                                                                    American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, nook's special sauce

                                                                    • French Onion Burger*US$14.00

                                                                      arugula, roasted garlic dijonaise, carmelized stewed onions, herbed cheese blend

                                                                      • The TucsonUS$14.00

                                                                        chili chicken patty, green chilis + onions, tomato, lettuce, burnt cheese, chipotle mayo

                                                                        Something Sweet

                                                                        • GriddlecakesUS$11.00

                                                                          • Cinnamon Roll GriddlecakesUS$12.00

                                                                            brown sugar swirl, cream cheese frosting

                                                                            • Chocolate GriddlecakesUS$11.50

                                                                              chocolate chips

                                                                              • Banana GriddlecakesUS$11.50

                                                                                smashed fresh bananas

                                                                                Drinks

                                                                                  On Fountain

                                                                                  $3

                                                                                  • Pepsi

                                                                                    • Diet Pepsi

                                                                                      • Mist twist

                                                                                        • Dr. Pepper

                                                                                          • Lemonade

                                                                                            Iced Tea

                                                                                            • Iced TeaUS$3.00

                                                                                              Juice & Milk

                                                                                              • Fresh Squeezed Orange JuiceUS$4.00

                                                                                                • Cranberry JuiceUS$3.00

                                                                                                  • Grapefruit JuiceUS$3.00

                                                                                                    • MilkUS$2.50

                                                                                                      • Chocolate MilkUS$2.75

                                                                                                        Locally Roasted & Fresh Brewed

                                                                                                        add almond or oat milk +$0.50

                                                                                                        • EXO Drip CoffeeUS$4.00

                                                                                                          • Toddy Cold BrewUS$4.00

                                                                                                            Hot & Cold Espresso Drinks

                                                                                                            all espresso drinks are pulled double add vanilla, hazelnut, or caramel +$0.50

                                                                                                            • EspressoUS$3.00

                                                                                                              • AmericanoUS$3.00

                                                                                                                • LatteUS$4.00

                                                                                                                  • CappuccinoUS$3.50

                                                                                                                    • Caffe MochaUS$4.50

                                                                                                                      Specialty Drinks

                                                                                                                      • Maya Chai Tea LatteUS$4.50

                                                                                                                        • Hot TeaUS$3.00

                                                                                                                          • Hot ChocolateUS$3.50

                                                                                                                            Last updated: March 14, 2023

                                                                                                                            What 287 people are saying

                                                                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                            4.8
                                                                                                                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                            • 4.7Food
                                                                                                                            • 4.8Service
                                                                                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                            • 4.7Value

                                                                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                            Loved For

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Best Value

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Great for brunch

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Good for groups

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Healthy

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Contemporary American

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Best Overall

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Best Value

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Great for brunch

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Good for groups

                                                                                                                            • Tucson

                                                                                                                              Healthy

                                                                                                                            Review summary

                                                                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                            Nook in Tucson is a delightful brunch destination renowned for its "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Diners rave about the "generous portions" and "high quality ingredients" without breaking the bank. Despite occasional slow service, the "friendly staff" and cozy atmosphere make it a "tucked away gem" worth revisiting.

                                                                                                                            287 Reviews

                                                                                                                            1. Martin

                                                                                                                              Cleveland

                                                                                                                              40 reviews

                                                                                                                              vip
                                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                                              40 reviews

                                                                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                              Stayed downtown Tucson and was looking for a more affordable breakfast alternative that the Leo Kent. Nook came up, so we gave it a shot and were not disappointed. Terrific food and service. Fresh and cooked to order. Highly and heartily recommended.

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                                                                                                                            2. Edward

                                                                                                                              New York City

                                                                                                                              28 reviews

                                                                                                                              vip
                                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                                              28 reviews

                                                                                                                              Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                              We were seated within 3 min of our reservation. The food comes out slowly, however it is excellent.

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                                                                                                                            3. Terry Ann

                                                                                                                              Phoenix

                                                                                                                              48 reviews

                                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                                              48 reviews

                                                                                                                              Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                              We were in Tucson and took our grandson and his girlfriend for brunch at the Nook. It was just the four of us. We had a reservation and got seated immediately. My husband and I had trouble deciding, everything on the menu sounded fabulous, so making a decision was tough. My husband ordered the cinnamon griddle cakes and he absolutely loved them. I had the steak and eggs, and brought most of it home for breakfast the next day. The kids ate parfait, breakfast burrito, folded eggs and blueberry scones and specialty coffees. Amazingly, it didn’t break the bank. Large portions and so very good. Our server was great, and everything came to the table just as we ordered it. Parking in the area was easy for us when we went , which was on a Sunday. We look forward to going back.

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                                                                                                                            4. Christine

                                                                                                                              Los Angeles

                                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                                              Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                              We had a delicious breakfast and it was quite reasonably priced by comparison to other brunch offerings in town. The service was exceptional. The staff is kind, friendly and professional. This place has an interesting and scrumptious take on a blueberry scone. Highly recommended!! Will be coming back again .. and again!

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                                                                                                                            5. Jenny

                                                                                                                              Orange County

                                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                                              Dined on October 27, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                              Good was delicious but cold. 😬 I would still go again.

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                                                                                                                            6. Stephanie

                                                                                                                              Charlotte

                                                                                                                              4 reviews

                                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                                              4 reviews

                                                                                                                              Dined on October 27, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                              Excellent food! Best mimosa. We had ham and cheese folded eggs with smash hash, avocado toast & biscuits and gravy. Hard to decide what to order. Can’t go wrong ordering anything from the menu. Best way to end our final Parents Weekend at the U of A.

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                                                                                                                            7. Dave

                                                                                                                              Tucson

                                                                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                                                                              vip
                                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                                                                              Dined on September 29, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                              Per usual. Really nice. We frequent the nook. Always great.

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                                                                                                                            8. Nikki

                                                                                                                              Washington DC

                                                                                                                              11 reviews

                                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                                              11 reviews

                                                                                                                              Dined on September 22, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                              It was our party’s first experience and we will definitely return, and share this tucked away gem with others. The food was delicious, generously portioned, nicely plated, and well priced. The service was pleasant and attentive. This brunch gets five stars!

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                                                                                                                            9. Carrie

                                                                                                                              Tucson

                                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                                              Dined on September 15, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                              The food and service were good but unfortunately the outside area was really run down and full of old debris. Not as cute out in the alleyway as I remember.

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                                                                                                                            10. Yvonne

                                                                                                                              Phoenix

                                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                                              3.0

                                                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                                                              Dined on August 31, 2024

                                                                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                                                                              3. Service 3
                                                                                                                              4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                              Based on reviews and required reservations with a card, etc., we thought we were in for something special, especially in celebrating our 21st anniversary. Not even close. Bland, unseasoned food. The small requests we made were ignored, crispy bacon, and well toasted crumpet. We are foodies and enjoy our staples like Blue Willow, Vivace, and Bob's, but look forward to trying new places, often weekly. This was a letdown all around. We spent $60+ on the 2 of us, most of it left on the plate, but did get blueberry scones to go. 🙏🏼 Yesterday, we spent $34 at Blue Willow, leaving nothing but a tip, and thanks to the always awesome staff!.

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                                                                                                                            FAQs

                                                                                                                            Nook - Tucson offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 622-6665.

                                                                                                                            Nook - Tucson is rated 4.8 stars by 287 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                                            Make a reservation

                                                                                                                            2 people
                                                                                                                            7:00 p.m.
                                                                                                                            Booked 1 time today

                                                                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                            Google Map for Nook - Tucson

                                                                                                                            1 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701

                                                                                                                            Additional information

                                                                                                                            • Cross Street
                                                                                                                              Congree and Stone
                                                                                                                            • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                                              Downtown Tucson
                                                                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                              Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm
                                                                                                                            • Price
                                                                                                                              $30 and under
                                                                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                                                                              Contemporary American
                                                                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                                                                              Casual Dining
                                                                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                                                                              Business Casual
                                                                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                                                                              Street Parking
                                                                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                                                                              AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                              Matt Thompson
                                                                                                                            • Additional
                                                                                                                              Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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