Nook - Tucson

4.8

287 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Great for brunch
Neighborhood gem
Healthy

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(520) 622-6665
Website
http://www.nookdowntown.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Matt Thompson

Location
1 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
Neighborhood
Downtown Tucson
Cross street
Congree and Stone
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Warm Blueberry Scones$9.00
butter, house jam
Power Parfait$9.00
overnight coconut oats, chia jam, fruit, granola, agave drizzle
Nickel and Lox Plate$13.00
pumpernickel, dill cream cheese, lemon oil, capers fresh lox, red onion, tomato, hard-boiled egg, seeds
Protien Carrot Bread$10.00
chilled carrot bread, peanut butter, sliced bananas, granola, agave

Specialties

BCLM*$13.00
bacon cheeseburger loco moco, white rice, American cheese, beef patty, brown gravy, bacon, scallions, 2 eggs
Burrito*$13.00
potatoes, fried eggs, cheese, green chili + onions, pico de gallo, ranchero sauce, jalapeno creme, cotija cheese
Breakfast Tamale Pie*$13.00
house-made corn masa, fire roasted chilis + cheese, ranchero sauce, salsa, eggs
Hanger Steak and Eggs*$15.00
Az local beef, red smoked chimichurri, smashed hash, eggs
Pulled Pork Chilaquiles*$13.00
house made chips, salsa verde, pico, cotija cheese, jalapeño creme, 2 eggs
Shakshuka Benedict*$13.00
crispy chickpea cake, spinach, eggs, spiced tomato, hollandaise
The Godfather Benedict*$13.00
crumpet, prosciutto, arugula, eggs, hollandaise, balsamic drizzle
The Bahn Mi Benedict*$13.00
crumpet, braised pork belly, bahn mi dressed salad, poached egg, hollandaise, chili crunch
Breakfast Nook*$13.00
2 eggs, bacon, hash or griddlecakes

Greenery

Asian Chopped Salad*$10.00
greens, cabbage, bell pepper, cucumber, broccoli, crispy rice, carrots, sesame dressing
Nourish Bowl$12.00
falafal, avocado, hard-boiled egg, 24 hour tomato, cucumber, goat cheese, seeds, buttermilk dressed greens
Kale Miso Salad$10.00
Kale, roasted broccoli, almonds, candied ginger, roasted salmon, sesame seeds, miso dressing
Caesar Salad$10.00
greens, kale, radish, fresh cornbread croutons, cherry tomatoes, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette

Folded Eggs

served with smashed hash

Ham and Cheese$12.00
Jalapeno, Scallion, Bacon, Cheese$12.00
Spinach, Tomato, Roasted Garlic$12.00

And

Toast and Jam$2.50
Egg$2.00
Little Griddle$5.00
Bacon$3.00
Fruit$5.00
Hash$5.00
Fries$5.00
Cottage Cheese$3.00
Side Salad$3.00
Avocado$1.50

Handheld

served with hand-cut fries, smashed hash or side salad

Bacon, Egg and Cheese*$12.00
cheesy bun, chipotle mayo, arugula, over-medium egg
Tuna Salad Sandwich
white albacore tuna, hard-boiled egg, sweet relish, mayo, tomato, greens, white bread
- Cold$11.00
Hot-Link Breakfast Sandwich*$12.00
mayo, avocado, cherry peppers, cheddar, over-medium egg, on a bun
All-American Burger*$14.00
American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, nook's special sauce
French Onion Burger*$14.00
arugula, roasted garlic dijonaise, carmelized stewed onions, herbed cheese blend
The Tucson$14.00
chili chicken patty, green chilis + onions, tomato, lettuce, burnt cheese, chipotle mayo

Something Sweet

Griddlecakes$11.00
Cinnamon Roll Griddlecakes$12.00
brown sugar swirl, cream cheese frosting
Chocolate Griddlecakes$11.50
chocolate chips
Banana Griddlecakes$11.50
smashed fresh bananas

Drinks

On Fountain

Pepsi
Diet Pepsi
Mist twist
Dr. Pepper
Lemonade

Iced Tea

Iced Tea$3.00

Juice & Milk

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice$4.00
Cranberry Juice$3.00
Grapefruit Juice$3.00
Milk$2.50
Chocolate Milk$2.75

Locally Roasted & Fresh Brewed

add almond or oat milk +$0.50

EXO Drip Coffee$4.00
Toddy Cold Brew$4.00

Hot & Cold Espresso Drinks

all espresso drinks are pulled double add vanilla, hazelnut, or caramel +$0.50

Espresso$3.00
Americano$3.00
Latte$4.00
Cappuccino$3.50
Caffe Mocha$4.50

Specialty Drinks

Maya Chai Tea Latte$4.50
Hot Tea$3.00
Hot Chocolate$3.50

What 287 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tucson
Best Value
Tucson
Great for brunch
Tucson
Good for groups
Tucson
Healthy
Tucson
Contemporary American
Tucson
Best Overall
Tucson
Best Value
Tucson
Great for brunch
Tucson
Good for groups
Tucson
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nook in Tucson is a delightful brunch destination renowned for its "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Diners rave about the "generous portions" and "high quality ingredients" without breaking the bank. Despite occasional slow service, the "friendly staff" and cozy atmosphere make it a "tucked away gem" worth revisiting.

287 Reviews

M
Martin
Cleveland
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Stayed downtown Tucson and was looking for a more affordable breakfast alternative that the Leo Kent. Nook came up, so we gave it a shot and were not disappointed. Terrific food and service. Fresh and cooked to order. Highly and heartily recommended.
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Edward
New York City
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were seated within 3 min of our reservation. The food comes out slowly, however it is excellent.
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Terry Ann
Phoenix
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were in Tucson and took our grandson and his girlfriend for brunch at the Nook. It was just the four of us. We had a reservation and got seated immediately. My husband and I had trouble deciding, everything on the menu sounded fabulous, so making a decision was tough. My husband ordered the cinnamon griddle cakes and he absolutely loved them. I had the steak and eggs, and brought most of it home for breakfast the next day. The kids ate parfait, breakfast burrito, folded eggs and blueberry scones and specialty coffees. Amazingly, it didn’t break the bank. Large portions and so very good. Our server was great, and everything came to the table just as we ordered it. Parking in the area was easy for us when we went , which was on a Sunday. We look forward to going back.
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Christine
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious breakfast and it was quite reasonably priced by comparison to other brunch offerings in town. The service was exceptional. The staff is kind, friendly and professional. This place has an interesting and scrumptious take on a blueberry scone. Highly recommended!! Will be coming back again .. and again!
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Jenny
Orange County
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good was delicious but cold. 😬 I would still go again.
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Stephanie
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food! Best mimosa. We had ham and cheese folded eggs with smash hash, avocado toast & biscuits and gravy. Hard to decide what to order. Can’t go wrong ordering anything from the menu. Best way to end our final Parents Weekend at the U of A.
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Dave
Tucson
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Per usual. Really nice. We frequent the nook. Always great.
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Nikki
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our party’s first experience and we will definitely return, and share this tucked away gem with others. The food was delicious, generously portioned, nicely plated, and well priced. The service was pleasant and attentive. This brunch gets five stars!
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Carrie
Tucson
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food and service were good but unfortunately the outside area was really run down and full of old debris. Not as cute out in the alleyway as I remember.
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Yvonne
Phoenix
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Based on reviews and required reservations with a card, etc., we thought we were in for something special, especially in celebrating our 21st anniversary. Not even close. Bland, unseasoned food. The small requests we made were ignored, crispy bacon, and well toasted crumpet. We are foodies and enjoy our staples like Blue Willow, Vivace, and Bob's, but look forward to trying new places, often weekly. This was a letdown all around. We spent $60+ on the 2 of us, most of it left on the plate, but did get blueberry scones to go. 🙏🏼 Yesterday, we spent $34 at Blue Willow, leaving nothing but a tip, and thanks to the always awesome staff!.
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FAQs

Nook - Tucson offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 622-6665.

Nook - Tucson is rated 4.8 stars by 287 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701

Additional information

Cross street
Congree and Stone
Neighborhood
Downtown Tucson
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt Thompson
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.nookdowntown.com/
Phone number
(520) 622-6665

Nook - Tucson

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

The Lighter Side

Warm Blueberry Scones$9.00

Power Parfait$9.00

Nickel and Lox Plate$13.00

Protien Carrot Bread$10.00

Specialties

BCLM*$13.00

Burrito*$13.00

Breakfast Tamale Pie*$13.00

Hanger Steak and Eggs*$15.00

Pulled Pork Chilaquiles*$13.00

Shakshuka Benedict*$13.00

The Godfather Benedict*$13.00

The Bahn Mi Benedict*$13.00

Breakfast Nook*$13.00

Greenery

Asian Chopped Salad*$10.00

Nourish Bowl$12.00

Kale Miso Salad$10.00

Caesar Salad$10.00

Folded Eggs

Ham and Cheese$12.00

Jalapeno, Scallion, Bacon, Cheese$12.00

Spinach, Tomato, Roasted Garlic$12.00

And

Toast and Jam$2.50

Egg$2.00

Little Griddle$5.00

Bacon$3.00

Fruit$5.00

Hash$5.00

Fries$5.00

Cottage Cheese$3.00

Side Salad$3.00

Avocado$1.50

Handheld

Bacon, Egg and Cheese*$12.00

Tuna Salad Sandwich

Hot-Link Breakfast Sandwich*$12.00

All-American Burger*$14.00

French Onion Burger*$14.00

The Tucson$14.00

Something Sweet

Griddlecakes$11.00

Cinnamon Roll Griddlecakes$12.00

Chocolate Griddlecakes$11.50

Banana Griddlecakes$11.50

Drinks

On Fountain

Pepsi

Diet Pepsi

Mist twist

Dr. Pepper

Lemonade

Iced Tea

Iced Tea$3.00

Juice & Milk

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice$4.00

Cranberry Juice$3.00

Grapefruit Juice$3.00

Milk$2.50

Chocolate Milk$2.75

Locally Roasted & Fresh Brewed

EXO Drip Coffee$4.00

Toddy Cold Brew$4.00

Hot & Cold Espresso Drinks

Espresso$3.00

Americano$3.00

Latte$4.00

Cappuccino$3.50

Caffe Mocha$4.50

Specialty Drinks

Maya Chai Tea Latte$4.50

Hot Tea$3.00

Hot Chocolate$3.50

Overall ratings and reviews