Trattoria Pina
I seldom go to an Italian restaurant the first time and not order lasagna. I love lasagna. And Trattoria Pena’s is as good as I have ever had.
Continue readingI seldom go to an Italian restaurant the first time and not order lasagna. I love lasagna. And Trattoria Pena’s is as good as I have ever had.
Continue readingGenerally, my criteria for dining recommendations includes ‘authenticity’, as in authentically Tucson. I’m gonna make an exception, ’cause North is that good. I almost never go to a shopping mall, but North is located at the far end of La Encantada, Tucson’s attempt to recreate Rodeo Drive.
Continue readingThis used to be a stage coach stop back in the Old West not so long ago. Full bar. Outdoor seating with live music on weekends. Big BBQ. Good steaks. Better ribs. Lil Abner’s would be a 3.5 Saguaro, but I had to give it a half Saguaro for authenticity.
Continue readingKingfisher Bar & Grill on East Grant is my favorite in Tucson for seafood. Seared scallops, excellent. But if you like lobster or salmon, go for it. Very good!
Continue readingFirst, Blue Willow Restaurant on Campbell is a bakery: fresh-out-of-the-oven cakes, pies, muffins, cookies, you-name-it.
Continue readingI know it sounds weird, but a really good burger and a really good glass of wine really do go together.
Continue readingOne of better university pubs located in the heart of Main Gate Square. Good selection of beers, including many local brews. Better than average bar food. Fun atmosphere.
Continue readingYou can dine indoors or in the Old Town Artisan’s courtyard, enjoy the creative cocktails or local beers at the bar, listen to live music under the stars, and dance until the wee hours. Great fun in a historic setting!
Continue readingThe Cup Cafe is a downtown tradition enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Creative dishes, eclectic wine list, freshly baked desserts, full bar, indoor or patio seating.
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