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1. The Cup Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(2152)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson
Booked 34 times today
Recently awarded "Top 100 Neighborhood Gems in America" by OpenTable!Reservations are highly recommended for dinner due to limited indoor seating and high demand for patio seating. During breakfast and lunch we do not accept reservations, *EXCEPT* on these holidays: Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.The Cup Café is a downtown Tucson tradition with a reputation for delicious, inspired fare, alive with flavor. A full-service, historic modern bistro, The Cup Café appeals to locals and visitors alike.Enjoy the variety of The Cup’s all-day menu and the fresh, delectable, and ever-changing daily features. Selections include build-your-own omelets, unique salads, great appetizers, full-course entrees, classic sandwiches, as well as vegan and vegetarian options.The Cup also proudly features homemade desserts, baked in-house, as well as a comfortable and expansive outdoor patio, full-service bar, unique signature cocktails, and intriguing wine selections.Thank you!
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2. Nook - Tucson
4.8
Exceptional(298)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson
Booked 2 times today
Enjoy exceptional service and a friendly atmosphere at Nook. It's a wonderful spot for enjoying a delicious meal while catching up with old acquaintances over lunch. Nook is located just south of the Prima County Public Library on East Congress Street. It opened in 2015 and has become a trendy eatery that serves up New American cuisine. Owners Nikki and Matt Thompson along with Todd Anderson are fellow Tucsonans who love their community. Local artists have work showcased throughout this contemporary restaurant. Nook also prides itself on serving up locally sourced food. Try the Godfather Benedict with prosciutto, arugula, poached egg hollandaise and balsamic drizzle for breakfast, or come down during lunch for a green corn tamale pie with cabbage salad. It offers take-out service and is open for breakfast and lunch during the week. This restaurant also serves brunch on Saturday and Sunday.
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3. OBON + Sushi + Bar + Ramen - Tucson
4.5
Awesome(607)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Downtown Tucson
Booked 9 times today
Nestled in the cross section of Downtown Tucson and Historic 4th Avenue, OBON Tucson is located in the heart of Tucson’s entertainment district on Congress Street. With a polished casual approach, OBON is the spot for an unconventional and memorable dining experience. The menu features an array of starters, steamed buns, ramen and sushi, as well as an expansive list of inventive and thoughtful cocktails.
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4. HUB Restaurant & Ice Creamery
4.1
Excellent(713)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Tucson
Booked 21 times today
UPDATE: HUB is currently operating out of PLAYGROUND until early fall 2024Located on historic Congress Street in Tucson, HUB is right in the heart of all the excitement that downtown has to offer. Our dining room gives warm romantic vibes, while our patio comes to life with the greenery, and night life. With our locally sourced ingredients, we’ve created an elevated American cuisine while embracing the taste of the southwest. Make sure you leave room for our famous homemade ice cream with flavors such as Bourbon Almond Brittle and Oatmeal Cookie Dough. We’re also proud to offer our dine-in guests complimentary valet or self parking for 2 hours. This service is offered at The AC Hotel, located directly behind HUB. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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5. St Cruz at the Leo Kent
3.6
Very Good(51)
Price: Expensive
• American • South Tucson
Booked 7 times today
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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6. Ermanos Bar
4.4
Awesome(55)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Downtown Tucson
Booked 4 times today
Are you questing for quality food and beverage in a comfortable and enlivening environment? Search no further. In this reality you may nourish your spirits and mental wellbeing and share human connection. We built this social space for you, so please join us! Reservations are available online for groups of 8-16. Less than 8? Just walk in and enjoy or join our online waitlist. More than 16? Email info@ermanosbrew.com for event inquiries.
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7. Agustin Kitchen
4.4
Awesome(2467)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson
Booked 12 times today
New American Cuisine.Happy Hour Drinks Every Day from 3-5!
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8. Arizona Inn Main Dining Room
4.5
Awesome(1552)
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 Fonte 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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9. Culinary Dropout - Tucson
4.4
Awesome(2810)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown
Booked 54 times today
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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10. Le Rendez-vous Bistro & Restaurant Francais
4.7
Exceptional(2717)
Price: Expensive
• French • Foothills
Booked 14 times today
This is the perfect place for an impressive business engagement or a romantic interlude. A distinguished wine Cellar and exquisite desserts promise a memorable dining experience. Now offering a bistro fare lunch.

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  • Jay
    South Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    First time visiting and we will be back! Started our evening on the town with dinner at Hub. We went to a great show at The Century Room and then came back for ice cream. Our food and ice cream were amazing! A little pricier for the ribeye dinners than the side portions offered. If the sides were a little larger portioned it would’ve been totally worth the price. The quality of food and its preparation were on point though! The only other thing I would say needs work is the dining area. The decor and ambiance is great but there are too many tables squeezed into the space available. Eliminating a few tables would make it more comfortable for a more private or romantic experience. It kind of felt like a cafeteria setting with the amount of people in close quarters. But overall I’d give our entire experience a 4.5 out of 5 stars and we will be back!
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    HUB Restaurant & Ice CreameryPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Tucson
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    4.1
  • Anastasia
    Tucson •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We thoroughly enjoyed our Valentines Day specials along with cocktails. Would highly recommend!
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    The Cup CafePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Tucson
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    4.7
  • MarciVIP
    Tucson •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The Valentine's Day menu was perfection and executed perfectly.
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    St Cruz at the Leo KentPrice: Expensive• American• South Tucson
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    3.6
  • Emma
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 6, 2025
    We had an amazing time dining at OBON! Matt was our server, he was knowledgeable and kind :)
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    OBON + Sushi + Bar + Ramen - TucsonPrice: Expensive• Asian• Downtown Tucson
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    4.5
  • OpenTable Diner
    Indiana •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 26, 2025
    Wonderful early morning option opening on weekend , can choose between indulging or healthy options. We like to combine the two. Clean comfortable seating with many options for groups or single. Great sevice and greeting. A hidden Gem in downtown Tucson
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    Nook - TucsonPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Tucson
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    4.8

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