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Zio Peppe, Tucson, AZ

Zio Peppe

4.7 (325)
$31 to $50
Italian
6502 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85715-3811

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Tue 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mat Cable
  • Catering
    Zio Peppe can fulfill your catering needs! Whether it's a casual office lunch, an intimate in-home dinner for close friends and family, a wedding reception, or a black tie gala, Zio Peppe can create custom menus to suit. Zio Peppe caterings are available for pickups, dropoffs, buffet service, or fully staffed plated meals or hors d'oeuvre.
  • Private party facilities
    Zio Peppe is available for buyout events for up to 60 guests. Contact us at events@ziopeppeaz.com to inquire about availability, menus, and pricing.
  • Neighborhood
    East Tucson
  • Cross street
    Tanque Verde east of Kolb
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 325 people are saying

Zio Peppe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Tucson

    Best Food

  • Tucson

    Innovative

  • Tucson

    Neighborhood gem

  • Tucson

    Italian

  • Tucson

    Best Food

  • Tucson

    Innovative

  • Tucson

    Neighborhood gem

  • Tucson

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zio Peppe offers a delightful fusion of Italian and Southwest cuisine, praised for its "excellent food and service." Diners appreciate the "unique flavors" and "creative menu," with standout dishes like the fig pizza and rotini. Service is often "attentive and knowledgeable," contributing to its reputation as a "hidden gem" with a "cozy atmosphere."
326 Reviews
  1. Jodi

    West Palm Beach1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was amazing and the food was exceptional! Highly recommend!

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  2. Jennifer

    Boise7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, Zio Peppe serves up excellent food and service! One of our favorite places. I left my purse at the restaurant and got a call from Julianna ten minutes after we left to alert me. Much appreciated!

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  3. Lara

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amanda was a great server, she’s attentive and knowledgeable. Our dishes were delicious and the setting is cute and intimate. Tables are closer but, it’s a small space so, it’s expected. The only thing that could use improvement is the table lamps were set to a cool white light but had a warmer color setting as well, the warmer light is much less harsh and comfortable for my sensitive eyes. We will be back- and hopefully are lucky enough to get Amanda again.

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  4. Trina

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We come here often and are always pleased. This time was for Mother’s Day lunch and it was excellent 😊

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  5. Patti VIP

    Milwaukee14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Flavors were great- croutons amazing, fig pizza amazing. Fennel sausage dish- excellent

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  6. John E

    Tucson17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great salad, pizza, wine and service. Need I say more.

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  7. Sally

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Prompt service. Food was interesting and great. We sat outside by the parking lot so a bit of car noise, but not too bad.

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  8. Barry

    Tucson1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Waitress was rude w/ attitude,from the second we sat down!Will never have her serve us again!

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  9. Susanne

    Tucson5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything was delicious; we'll be back. Bryce took good care of us

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  10. paula VIP

    Des Moines23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first dining experience at Zio Peppe after reading about it for the past few years. It was worth the drive - fresh, interesting flavors.

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FAQs

Zio Peppe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 888-4242.

Zio Peppe is rated 4.7 stars by 325 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Zio Peppe

6502 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85715-3811

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Tanque Verde east of Kolb
  • Neighborhood
    East Tucson
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Tue 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mat Cable
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Zio Peppe can fulfill your catering needs! Whether it's a casual office lunch, an intimate in-home dinner for close friends and family, a wedding reception, or a black tie gala, Zio Peppe can create custom menus to suit. Zio Peppe caterings are available for pickups, dropoffs, buffet service, or fully staffed plated meals or hors d'oeuvre.
  • Private party facilities
    Zio Peppe is available for buyout events for up to 60 guests. Contact us at events@ziopeppeaz.com to inquire about availability, menus, and pricing.
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