Following is a list of our restaurant reviews and a map of Downtown Tucson. The arrival of the Modern Streetcar has vastly increased the number of restaurants, good ones too, as well as their accessibility.
Charro Steak: Just How Good is it?
Charro Steak opened in Downtown Tucson in April 2016. I dined there soon after with Julie, the new marketing director at the venerable Rialto Theater.
Zemam’s Ethiopian Cuisine: A Review!
Visit Zemam’s Ethiopian Cuisine, either on Speedway or Broadway for lunch or dinner. For an hour or so, the experience will be like visiting a country on the other side of the world.
Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink: A Review!
September 2013 – Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink is a Downtown Tucson newbie. However, the 3-story brick building in which this establishment is now located
Cushing Street Bar & Restaurant: A Review
Editor’s Note: 06/06/2019. Cushing Street Bar is now closed. It will reopen as the Coronet, the one on Ninth St., Fall 2019. Coronet on Ninth
Saint House Rum Bar: A Review!
Editor’s Note: Sadly Saint House is now closed. A Rum Bar After it’s time perhaps. (September 2013) Dr. Gil & I meet over lunch or
El Torero Mexican Restaurant: A Review!
A couple of years ago, our dear Tucson friends, Dan & Wanda, moved to Austin, TX. On a rare visit back to the Old Pueblo, they stayed with Ms. Karen & me for several days recently. We had a lovely time together, as always. That was expected. What wasn’t expected was their “must go to” […]
Barrio Brewing Company: A Review
Barrio Brewing Company: 2nd in my series on local breweries. In my first local brewery review, Thunder Canyon Brewery, I shared my general preferences and prejudices regarding beer. So, I don’t need to repeat them here. As we did at Thunder Canyon, Michael Polletta and I each ordered the sampler rack. We also ordered food […]
El Charro Cafe’. In Search of The Best Mexican Restaurant in Tucson!
Tucson has a lot of Mexican restaurants and not all are worthy of a second visit. Knowing which ones are best is most important when you have visitors from out-of-town. After all, you don’t want to be embarrassed by taking them to one that they aren’t going to rave about.
Caffe’ Milano & A Show At Fox Theater Downtown: A Perfect Night On The Town!
Fair warning. This review has at least four moving parts. It may be too complicated for some. It involves an evening of (A) dinner and (B) a much-anticipated performance at (C) an historic theater with (D) downtown parking & bathroom issues. Viewer discretion advised. ******************************* On a beautiful Friday evening just before Christmas (2011), Ms. […]
Hub Restaurant & Creamery – Downtown Tucson
UPDATE June 2014: It has been about two and a half years since I first reviewed Hub (see original review below). Since then I have
La Cocina Cantina
You 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!
Cafe a la C’Art
Cafe’ a la C’Art is a small, but fine country-style restaurant in the Art Museum’s courtyard. You can dine inside or be seated on the patio. Great sandwiches and salads, but of particular interest is their delectable baked goods.
Judy Michelet, her son Mark and his wife Shirley take pride in presenting artistically crafted menu items based on traditional Southwest cuisine flavors. You will enjoy!
Maynard’s Market & Kitchen – Downtown Tucson
Maynard’s is located in the historic Tucson Train Depot a few yards from where Wyatt Earp killed Frank Stillwell after the Gunfight at the OK Corral.
No point in going to elaborate, detailed descriptions of their extensive menu.
Cup Cafe at the Hotel Congress
The 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.
