Best Seasonal Restaurants in East Tucson

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1. Tito and Pep

4.8

Exceptional(2222)

Price: Moderate

• Southwest • Midtown

Booked 28 times today

Tito & Pep is a bright venue in midtown Tucson providing exceptional service, quality food and beverage, in a convivial, relaxed atmosphere. We hope to establish ourselves as a true hub, woven into the fabric of one of Tucson's most vibrant areas. The focus of the experience at Tito and Pep is mesquite-fired cuisine, as well as a full-service beverage menu featuring quality beer, wine, & cocktails. Applying over 20 years of experience gained across the U.S. and abroad, Chef & Owner John Martinez draws influence from the multi-cultural history of the region and from his travels, to create a cuisine that is vibrant and delicious.

2. Zio Peppe

4.6

Exceptional(262)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • East Tucson

Booked 16 times today

Zio Peppe is where tradition meets innovation, serious collides with playful, and gourmet converges with casual. Zio Peppe means “Uncle Joe’ in Italian, and just like a beloved “funcle” – a fun uncle, Zio Peppe will make sure all are welcome, and everybody is having a good time.Zio Peppe is a collaboration between Chef Devon Sanner and Chef Mat Cable. Our menu is anchored in Italian-American classics of pizza and pasta, but draws heavy influence from the foods and flavor profiles of Tucson and the Sonoran region.Sanner joins forces with Cable after having cooked under Tucson culinary legend Janos Wilder for the past 15 years, serving as chef at Janos, JBAR, Downtown + Cocktails, and The Carriage House.Zio Peppe, which means “Uncle Joe” in Italian, is in part a tribute to Cable’s uncle, Joe Sottosanti, who opened Tucson’s first Sicilian pizza place, Tesseo’s Pizzeria, nearly 50 years ago.

3. Cielos

4.5

Awesome(1291)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 16 times today

Cielos at Lodge on the Desert offers one of the best dining options in Southern Arizona. Dine on contemporary seasonal cuisine that pays tribute to Southwest ingredients. Complemented by classic craft cocktails featuring local spirits and a delectable wine list, Cielos is the perfect place for a romantic night out or a casual happy hour with friends.The intimate space is framed with floor-to-ceiling windows and overlooks a spacious secluded Saltillo-tiled outdoor private patio featuring bistro string lighting, a four-sided, tiled fireplace for optimal year-round al fresco dining. Cielos and its Bar both reflect a genuine, richly authentic Southern Arizona historic charm and ambience including rough-hewn artist-design hand-painted wood beams, Mexican tin chandeliers, floating potted plants and shade sails.

4. Renee's Tucson

4.8

Exceptional(1318)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Tucson

Booked 11 times today

IMPORTANT: Due to the nature of the experience here Children under 12 are not permitted to dine in the dining room, we invite you to enjoy a childfree experience here with us. DO NOT REQUEST SEATING CHANGES IN RESERVATION NOTES. ONLY BOOK INDOOR OR OUTDOOR AND KNOW YOU WILL BE SEATED THERE ONLY. We are a tiny restaurant with limited seating. Great food, beverage, and conversation can be enjoyed indoors here with us. We offer sincere service, alongside a taste for purity and creativity throughout our menu. This has earned our intimate spot support from locals as well as travelers. Our menu and our team cater to the many dietary needs and preferences of our guests. Featuring a small yet solid wine list, we are proud to pour an all Arizona beer list.Our kitchen prepares everything from comfort food and foodie delights to truly healthy plates. We are looking forward to your visit, it is our pleasure to welcome you through the door and see your smiles.

5. Zona 78

4.5

Awesome(443)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Tucson

Booked 12 times today

Zona 78 is defined by a dedication to create delicious, Italian-inspired dishes from scratch. From hand-tossed pizzas to carefully crafted cheese, there is passion and innovation behind every morsel.Zona 78 is Tucson family owned and operated.*Patio seating is first come, first serve.*

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6. Dante's Fire Cocktails and Cuisine

4.5

Awesome(395)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 6 times today

Dante's Fire, Cocktails & Cuisine has a simple philosophy - Food made from food. Executive Chef & Owner Ken Foy's vision of a scratch kitchen creating Fine Food For Everyone. Dante’s Fire has been voted Best Late Night eatery by the Community in Tucson, received multiple articles from The Tucson Foodie, and Best Margarita & Food by the Judges & Crowd at the 2022 & 2023 World Margarita Championship, respectively. In July of 2022, Chef Kenneth Foy was crowned the Iron Chef of Tucson. In July of 2023, Chef Kenneth Foy was challenged for his title of Iron Chef of Tucson. Through a tough battle, Chef Kenneth Foy emerged victorious and still holds his title as the Reining Iron Chef of Tucson.We've created a fine food, casual atmosphere that caters to well, everyone. Start with our daily Happy Hour and feel welcome to hang out all night long.

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7. Arizona Inn Main Dining Room

4.5

Awesome(1561)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Midtown

The Arizona Inn is an historic resort spread over 14 tranquil acres of gardens, flowers and lawns in the heart of mid-town Tucson. The Inn offers AAA Four Diamond Award winning dining in our Main Dining Room with cathedral-ceiling and fireplace as well as our more intimate Catlin Room with views of the gardens. The Dining Room provides legendary service in an elegant yet comfortable setting for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Chef Allison combines classic cuisine with seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques. The menus change with the seasons to feature the freshest ingredients. Wine Spectator has recognized the wine list with an Award of Excellence. The Audubon Bar, with live piano music nightly and patio seating, provides a perfect setting for enjoying a classic cocktail.

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8. Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(512)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Tucson

Booked 6 times today

Take Out available for pick up call 520-790-4702. Mon-Sat 11-7:30, Sun Noon -7:30.Delivery available thru DoorDash and Postmates.A Family Tradition since 1956. Homemade pastas and aged sauces offer a traditional Italian flavor. The menu offers a wide range of Italian favorites from lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, manicotti, canneloni, chicken, veal, shrimp, pizzas and our signature pasta dish Joe's Special. Soup and Salad bar available for all meals. Full Bar. Lunch Special, Mon-Sat, 11-2 Soup Salad and Pasta Bar. Early Evenings and Happy Hour 3-6 pm. The decor of the restaurant features hand-painted murals from the 1950's and 1970's .

9. Bata

4.7

Exceptional(1062)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson

Booked 24 times today

Bata is a restaurant designed to celebrate the best our region has to offer. We cook over a live oak fire, on our custom fabricated hearth. Our menu changes daily. We mill AZ grown grain in house, daily. We focus on whole animal butchery, done in house. We have an extensive fermentation program. Our bar program largely focuses on wines that are organic, biodynamic, and produced with minimal intervention. The cocktail list highlights the best products of the season, with a carefully curated list of spirits from across the globe. We believe that our hospitality is just as important as the food and beverages we put on the table. We do not encourage our restaurant for young children. We do not have any highchairs in house and ask that you please bring your own if it is required. We do not offer any outdoor seating. Private dining, kitchen counter and large party seating available. Email hello@batatucson.com for inquiries.

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10. North Italia – Tucson

4.4

Awesome(5199)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Foothills

Booked 82 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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Sharon
Tucson •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful meal…from appetizer to dessert! Service was excellent!
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Renee's TucsonPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Tucson
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4.8
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David
Tucson •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We always get a great meal at ZP. The place was very crowded for a Tuesday evening, and many people showed up without reservations. The staff worked diligently to make sure that everyone was attended to, and we applaud their hard work. In our humble opinion, we feel that ZP always meets the standard for how an excellent restaurant should run - they reward their customers with great food and service.
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Zio PeppePrice: Expensive• Italian• East Tucson
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4.6
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Frankvip
Phoenix / Arizona •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food. The panna cotta dessert was absolutely amazing. Steak and pork chop both perfect. The dipping sauce for the calamari was wonderfully flavored. Good service. Highly recommend this restaurant.
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Tito and PepPrice: Moderate• Southwest• Midtown
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4.8
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leah
Kansas City / Kansas •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food is always great. The pizza is my favorite! Bruschetta is good too!
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Zona 78Price: Moderate• Italian• East Tucson
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4.5
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Saori
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
We were excited for our anniversary dinner here since we have been wanting to try this place out and have heard good things. We made a reservation stating that it was for an anniversary. Nobody from the restaurant acknowledged this, not even once during our time there. We ordered 2 appetizers and shared an entree. All of them were bland and lacked salt and flavor. Though he was nice, we were not impressed with our waitress. Needless to say we were disappointed with the dinner that was supposed to be for our special occasion. The thing we loved about the place was the outside seating. It was quiet and the ambiance was very good with the lights and fireplace going.
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CielosPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Midtown
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4.5

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Tito and Pep

2. Zio Peppe

3. Cielos

4. Renee's Tucson

5. Zona 78

6. Dante's Fire Cocktails and Cuisine

7. Arizona Inn Main Dining Room

8. Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant

9. Bata

10. North Italia – Tucson

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