Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Tucson

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Truland Burgers & Greens

4.8

4.8 (867)

$30 and under

American

Casas Adobes

About the restaurant

Truland features a wide array of fresh chopped salads and premium burgers made with hormone/antibiotic-free beef.
A modern, fun atmosphere with an outdoor patio and a bar featuring craft beers and wine on tap.

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MichaelVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great burgers and super service!! Never disappointed.

Wildflower - Tucson

4.7

4.7 (6754)

$30 and under

American

Casas Adobes

About the restaurant

Wildflower, flagship restaurant for Fox Restaurant Concepts, raised the culinary bar when it opened in Tucson in 1998. To this day, it continues to set the standard for innovative New American Cuisine featuring a melting pot of American classics with European and Asian influences. If that’s not enough, the restaurant offers 80 wines by the bottle and 25 by the glass – an excellent range for both the wine connoisseur and the novice.

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JAMESVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Outstanding Service!! Wonderful food!! Our go to restaurant in Oro Valley.

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Zinburger Wine and Burger Bar – Tucson River

4.7

4.7 (799)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

When it comes to a great meal, there’s nothing better than biting into a perfectly grilled, juicy burger, and sipping on a cold, creamy milkshake between every mouthwatering bite. At Zinburger, we create the perfect balance of comfort, flavor, and high quality ingredients in each of our menu items. Elevate your all-American burger experience with a Samburger and a side of truffle fries or hand-cut zucchini fries. Our vast selection of beer and wine is carefully picked to complement every delicious style of burger on our menu. Come over and treat yourself to a Zinfully indulgent experience at Zinburger.

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DeborahVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great Diablo burger and really good meatballs served by a terrific waiter. Nathan or Ethan? Sorry I forgot his name. My husband complained about his milkshake being watery and the waiter and manager had it replaced with a perfect one in 3 minutes. Good food matters, but great service matters more. We will return.

The Grill at Hacienda del Sol

4.7

4.7 (2955)

$50 and over

American

Foothills

About the restaurant

The Grill at Hacienda del Sol is one of Arizona's top restaurants located in a beautiful setting at the base of the Catalina Foothills. Breathtaking mountain and city views are captured from The Grill dining room where you will be treated to Spirited Southwestern Hospitality and a remarkable menu featuring local ingredients from the resort's own organic gardens, local purveyors, and growers.

The Grill wine list, with over 800 selections, was twice bestowed The Award of Ultimate Distinction by Wine Enthusiast Magazine and has been awarded the Best Of Award of Excellence; from Wine Spectator for 24 consecutive years.

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Ray

Dined 1 day ago

Beautiful surroundings, wonderful food, and attentive service. Cannot be beat. We will definitely return!

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4.7

4.7 (439)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

Doughbird brings you a crave-worthy menu with an unexpected yet perfect duo: Pizza and Rotisserie. Yep, you heard right...Pizza and Rotisserie. A neighborhood spot where you can get spicy with eclectic combinations like our BBQ Chicken Pizza adorned with melted cheddar, jalapeño pesto and charred corn or try our juicy Red Bird Chicken with an array of comforting sides and flavorful sauces. At Doughbird, you'll discover a new irresistible favorite. So, savor a fun family dinner any night of the week, or grab a bite & sip on a cocktail at happy hour daily, any which way, you will always find your flavor.

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JoeVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great time as always with great food. A side of fries though for $8.00 was a little much.

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Popular dish

Rotisserie Chicken

True Food Kitchen - Tucson

4.6

4.6 (928)

$30 and under

American

Foothills

About the restaurant

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Tucson for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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ELLENVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We enjoyed a delightful happy hour. The wine, the food, was delicious!

Zinburger Wine and Burger Bar – Tucson Grant

4.5

4.5 (623)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

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MarshaVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

We had a great time as usual. This was the first time Brook has taken care of us and she was great. She was attentive, friendly and professional eager to make sure everything went well for us. Thank you Brook! The food was prepared and served perfectly.

La Luz Restaurant

4.2

4.2 (19)

$31 to $50

American

Foothills

About the restaurant

Join us at La Luz Restaurant. An upscale, contemporary cocktail and dining experience featuring Southwest Infused Cuisine and bar libations.

Come to La Luz Restaurant where panoramic views of the Catalina Mountains are the perfect backdrop for a casual and relaxing breakfast, lunch, or dinner, for either business or pleasure.

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Lisa

Dined 7 days ago

We had a wonderful breakfast buffet! The omelet station had so many choices - delicious. All the breakfast favorites and something for everyone. For something different the Mango Chia Pudding was amazing! Great atmosphere and views!

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Experience

NEW YEARS EVE 4-COURSE MEAL

Experience

NEW YEARS EVE BALL DROP CELEBRATION!

Culinary Dropout - Tucson

4.3

4.3 (2771)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.

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CHRISTINE

Dined 1 day ago

Always love CD. The food and service were amazing as always! The music level was a bit high and made visiting difficult.

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St Cruz at the Leo Kent

4.0

4 (39)

$31 to $50

American

South Tucson

About the restaurant

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.

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AmberVIP

Dined 7 days ago

One waiter all tables but he worked very hard to please us

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