Trail Dust Town is a recreated Old West town on the far east side of Tucson. Here you will find Pinnacle Peak Steakhouse (same owner as El Corral in central Tucson); a miniature train to ride around town in; an opera house, shops, the Museum of the Horse Soldier and … Continue reading
El Corral Steakhouse on River Road in Tucson is hugely popular. Their specialty is prime rib enjoyed in a casual dining atmosphere.
Continue readingWe made reservations for a show at Desert Diamond Casino and, as an after thought, also made reservations at their Agave Restaurant. The show was a dud, but the Agave was a delight.
Continue readingSpecialty Market at La Encantada Visit the website 2905 E. Skyline Dr. Tucson
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 readingVietnamese. I hear good things about Miss Saigon. Some say it’s average, but other say it’s way above average.Yelp rates it a 4-star. TripAdvisor says it’s #35 out of 652 Tucson restaurants reviewed. I’ll check it out soon. Note to Self… Miss Saigon Bar & Grill Two locations: 4650 West … Continue reading
Kingfisher 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!
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