The best restaurants in Tucson

Cozy, family-friendly venue serving Mexican dishes and margaritas, plus happy hours.

8270 S Houghton Rd #140

Tacos, burritos, and other Mexican standards served in an informal restaurant with a rooftop.

3051 S Kinney Rd

Casual bar & restaurant serving Japanese food including sushi, sashimi & teriyaki, plus sake & beer.

7475 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 422

Long-standing, family-friendly Italian eatery serving a large menu of pasta, pizza & sandwiches.

4500 E Speedway Blvd

Contemporary takes on Italian classics star at this warehouse-chic trattoria with a lively bar.

2995 E Skyline Dr

Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

9210 S Houghton Rd Ste 100

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

13370 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way #114 (Vail)

Japanese, Vietnamese & multi-Asian kitchen with an extensive menu plus hot or cold sake & boba tea.

7159 E Broadway Blvd

Cozy Mexican restaurant located inside Marana Mercado, featuring small plates and beer.

3682 W Orange Grove Rd

Popular, casual joint specializing in pizza pies, plus wings, craft beer and live band performances.

15930 N Oracle Rd Ste 178 (Catalina)

Pizza, salad and subs options such as the calzone, served at this casual eatery.

13190 E Colossal Cave Rd #160 (Vail)

Regional chain serving thick- & thin-crust pies, wings & sandwiches in a simple setting.

410 N Wilmot Rd

Local Italian chain serving pizza, pasta & panini, plus beer & wine, in a casual setting.

5285 E Broadway Blvd

Relaxed parlor providing pizza with a variety of crusts, plus wings, salads & daily specials.

7010 E Broadway Blvd

Lively Mexican eatery featuring familiar lunch specials alongside margaritas.

15881 N Oracle Rd

Colorful, relaxed eatery serving familiar Mexican breakfasts, entrees & combo plates since 1977.

2851 W Valencia Rd

Long-running pizza parlor dishing out pies, gyros & subs in mellow surrounds or delivered.

2410 W Ruthrauff Rd #170

Mexican fare and margaritas are dispensed at this cozy eatery with a kids' menu and live music.

16238 N Oracle Rd

Unfussy standby preparing Italian baked goods, sandwiches & red-sauce classics, plus gelato.

8301 E 22nd St

Mexican standards, salads & seafood are offered with margaritas in a colorful setting.

11931 N 1st Ave Ste 104 (Oro Valley)

Mexican plates & burgers offered in bright, simple surrounds with comfy booths & outdoor seating.

8201 S Rita Rd

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes are served at this casual joint specializing in Mexican eats.

3053 S Kinney Rd

Homey, casual, fast-food-style diner serving Japanese curry and ramen noodles along with sushi rolls, onigiri and bento boxes.

1370 N Silverbell Rd #180

Downtown detour worth making, HUB Restaurant & Ice Creamery dishes elevated American comfort food with patio chill, weekend brunch, and…

266 E Congress St · ✓ checked Jul 29

When the roll craving hits, Sushi Valley delivers with fresh sushi rolls, crisp sashimi, and comforting Japanese entrees from a relaxed,…

10509 N Oracle Rd #131 (Oro Valley) · ✓ checked Jul 27

When you want fresh, creative sushi that actually hits the spot, Sushi Garden brings the goods with sashimi, tempura, teriyaki and plenty…

3048 E Broadway Blvd · ✓ checked Jul 29

Zinburger keeps Tucson burger cravings satisfied with double smash patties, the namesake Zinburger layered with manchego and…

6390 E Grant Rd · ✓ checked Jul 29

When your cravings for tacos and pizza collide, Happy Joe's Pizza has you covered with its iconic Taco Joe layered with beef, refried…

11695 N Oracle Rd (Oro Valley) · ✓ checked Jul 31

Lotus Bistro is the quiet Sahuarita staple doing tomato-creamed tikka masala, herb-perfumed biryani, and blistered garlic naan straight…

15990 S Rancho Sahuarita Blvd (Sahuarita)

When the craving hits for a legit diner breakfast or a juicy burger with a cold beer, Grumpy's Grill delivers the goods locals actually…

2960 W Ina Rd

Casual, friendly, clean eatery serving fajitas, burritos and chimis, along with breakfast. Staff described as kind.

1060 S Kolb Rd

Bright hotel dining room with a scenic patio featuring Native American & Mexican cooking traditions.

3800 W Starr Pass Blvd

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

7077 N Thornydale Rd (Marana)

Low-key option with a patio, serving burgers, salads & sandwiches, plus shared plates & desserts.

11011 E Tanque Verde Rd

Modest Vietnamese cafe serving classic noodle dishes, soups & standards in a compact space.

1072 N Campbell Ave

Upbeat restaurant featuring sushi standards & chefs who prepare Japanese meals while guests watch.

6091 N Oracle Rd

Unfussy Western-themed eatery featuring mesquite-grilled steaks & more, plus a bar with lots of TVs.

8310 N Thornydale Rd

Long-standing, family-friendly Italian eatery serving a large menu of pasta, pizza & sandwiches.

7965 N Oracle Rd #6346 (Oro Valley) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Casual joint with historic photos on the walls, pizza & comfort foods like pasta & chicken parmesan.

8330 N Thornydale Rd #170

Local chain serving gourmet burgers & shakes, plus wine, beer & cocktails, in a hip, casual space.

1865 E River Rd #101

Laid-back joint serving up signature buffalo fries, along with chicken wings & classic sides.

760 N Tyndall Ave

Compact specialty store & daytime cafe offering imported Italian food & sandwiches in warm environs.

627 S Vine Ave

Flavorful, casual eatery serving up pan-Asian delicacies, including familiar fare like pad thai and curries alongside wine, beer and tea.

12142 N Rancho Vistoso Blvd #120 (Oro Valley) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Casual eatery dishing up pizzas by the pie or slice, plus salads and cannolis.

160 South Avenida del Convento #164

Neighborhood watering hole with menu of seafood, burgers & pub grub near the University of Arizona.

2033 E Speedway Blvd

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

6865 N Thornydale Rd

Pizzeria with locally sourced ingredients and a wood-fired oven, plus happy-hour specials.

4340 N Campbell Ave

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

11545 N Oracle Rd (Oro Valley)

High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

6360 N Campbell Ave Suite 180

Wood-fired pizzas & meats alongside handmade pastas & other Northern Italian fare in stylish digs.

2890 E Skyline Dr

Family-owned Japanese eatery serving made-to-order sushi dishes & more in a comfy atmosphere.

6449 N Oracle Rd

Casual Vietnamese restaurant featuring comfort foods like pho, curries and noodles, plus cocktails and beer.

88 E Broadway Blvd #120

Lively hangout with 30+ TVs offering pub grub & karaoke.

6090 N Oracle Rd

Easygoing restaurant featuring classic homestyle Italian cuisine made with farm-fresh ingredients.

7074 E Golf Links Rd

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

7635 N Oracle Rd (Oro Valley)

Buzzing New American restaurant with an upscale interior, patio seating & mountain views.

7037 N Oracle Rd

Bustling trattoria dishes up a broad range of old-fashioned Italian dishes in a cheerful atmosphere.

5415 N Kolb Rd

Casual Japanese restaurant with a colorful dining room serving sushi, sashimi & fried rice dishes.

4500 E Speedway Blvd Unit 1

Mellow, family-owned restaurant specializing in Texas-style BBQ sandwiches & trays.

6940 E Broadway Blvd

Regional chain serving thick- & thin-crust pies, wings & sandwiches in a simple setting.

5825 Arizona Pavilions Dr

Refined cafe in El Conquistador Golf & Tennis offering a casual, eclectic menu & golf course views.

10555 N La Cañada Dr

Japanese entrees & innovative sushi rolls, plus beer, wine & cocktails, served in basic surrounds.

4210 E Speedway Blvd

Family-friendly landmark serving housemade pasta & Italian staples in a mural-adorned dining room.

2041 S Craycroft Rd

Refined Japanese restaurant serving sushi along with a list of small plates & entrees.

5425 N Kolb Rd #115

Italian restaurant specializing in wood-fired pies with creative toppings and gluten-free crusts.

4706 E Sunrise Dr

Casual Vietnamese eatery serving noodle soups, broken rice & vermicelli in understated, simple digs.

1990 W Orange Grove Rd

South American & Spanish cuisine served in an upscale eatery at the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa.

3770 E Sunrise Dr

American meals, margaritas, and more are on offer at this eatery with a bar, happy hour, and live music.

8195 N Oracle Rd (Oro Valley)

Casual, compact pizza joint, baking pies and subs from its menu of Italian eats.

7575 W Twin Peaks Rd

Relaxed cafe with all-day omelets, huevos rancheros, biscuits, burgers & coffee.

4131 W Ina Rd

Casual spot serving up Spanish dishes like paella and patatas bravas, plus sangria and cocktails at its full bar.

350 E Congress St #150

U of Arizona-area nook for Vietnamese staples such as noodle soups & boba tea, plus veggie options.

943 E University Blvd Ste 101

Casual pizzeria and taproom offering calzones, salads and sandwiches along with beer and cocktails.

8838 E Broadway Blvd

Stagecoach stop turned rustic eatery grilling chops over an outdoor fire & presenting live tunes.

8501 N Silverbell Rd

Casual eatery dishing up New American cuisine and cocktails, plus patio seating.

40 E Congress St ste 150

Laid-back restaurant featuring craft cocktails and burgers in a modern, vibrant space.

6444 N Oracle Rd

Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

2944 W Ina Rd

Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.

3761 E Broadway Blvd

Casual, counter-serve eatery specializing in fried chicken at various spice levels, offering tenders, sliders, fries and coleslaw.

5615 E Broadway Blvd

Neighborhood locale with cool decor for Southwestern bistro fare, original cocktails & local beers.

4122 E Speedway Blvd

Vietnamese eatery with a patio serving classic dishes, alongside beer and wine.

250 S Craycroft Rd

Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.

7625 N Oracle Rd (Oro Valley)

Relaxed, clean, large spot, serving a variety of Asian dishes from sushi and noodles to curries and Chinese cuisine.

7665 N La Cholla Blvd

Sun-lit, modern outpost featuring New American dishes, espresso drinks & a small grocery market.

756 S Stone Ave

Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

12152 N Rancho Vistoso Blvd #C170 (Oro Valley)

Low-key spot specializing in wings, katsu & other chicken dishes, plus sides like rice & fries.

5502 E Pima St #110

Italian restaurant serving pizza and pasta dishes for delivery, takeout or dine-in.

3011 E Speedway Blvd

Casual pizza joint with Chicago-style pies, breadsticks, wings & more in old-school digs.

2555 E Broadway Blvd

Casual restaurant serving classic Turkish dishes along with beer, wine, and cocktails.

2945 E Speedway Blvd

Informal eatery at Old Tucson serving standard BBQ fare, including pulled pork, beef brisket and sandwiches (with meatless options).

201 S Kinney Rd

Cozy restaurant serving wings and ribs with unique sauce flavors, plus fries, and burgers.

3253 E Valencia Rd

Pizzeria specializing in pies with a wood-fired crust, pastas, salads, and sandwiches.

12125 N Oracle Rd #105 (Oro Valley)

Comfort-food joint offering chicken wings and tenders, plus sandwiches, and various sauces.

12130 N Dove Mountain Blvd (Marana)

Friendly restaurant serving American fare for breakfast and brunch from scratch with fresh ingredients.

1310 S Alvernon Way

Hibachi-style Japanese meals and sushi rolls served in a casual setting with entertainment.

5435 S Calle Santa Cruz #185

Casual, dog-friendly bar offering craft beers, wine, cocktails, and a menu of brick-oven pizza for carryout and dine-in.

8225 N Courtney Page Way #191

Casual spot serving a mix of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Thai dishes, including vegetarian options.

4206 N 1st Ave #120

Warm, brick-clad outlet offering a locally-driven menu of American breakfast & lunch staples.

7053 N Oracle Rd

Sports bar with plenty of flat-screens serving burgers, pizza & large selection of draft beer.

3790 E Irvington Rd

Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.

2543 E Grant Rd

Traditional and gourmet Mexican dishes are served in a warm, family-friendly setting with table-side salsa.

5955 Arizona Pavilions Dr

Coffee & pastry shop specializing in gluten-free meals & desserts in casual digs with a patio.

4500 E Speedway Blvd #41

Michelangelo reproductions adorn the walls of this romantic eatery serving formal Italian meals.

420 W Magee Rd

Bustling venue featuring traditional Italian cuisine, plus a bakery, a wine bar & outdoor seating.

60 N Alvernon Way

Eatery offering old-school American fare in a retro dining room, plus classic car shows monthly.

7010 E Broadway Blvd

Popular, casual outpost featuring seafood boils & other classic Cajun eats, plus ample BBQ platters.

1365 W Grant Rd

Casual restaurant offering sandwiches, hot dogs, and other comfort foods, including lemon pepper wings.

6330 E Golf Links Rd #132

Cozy Italian eatery features hearty pizzas, calzones & pasta dishes for dine-in or takeout.

1110 N Silverbell Rd

Laid-back restaurant chain specializing in wings with an array of sauces, plus burgers and draft beer.

5855 E Broadway Blvd #114

Hot-wing joint focusing on upstate New York-style pub grub with a huge menu & family-friendly vibe.

8225 N Courtney Page Way Ste 115

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

8180 N Cortaro Rd

Cozy restaurant with minimalist-chic decor offering wood-fired, sourdough-crust pizzas.

222 E 6th St

Sunlit restaurant featuring an array of vegan & vegetarian Mexican plates in a laid-back atmosphere.

2526 E 6th St

Unpretentious outlet with shaded outdoor seating turning out classic BBQ, tacos & burgers.

2650 N 1st Ave

Northern Italian fare served in elegant surrounds, plus a lengthy wine list.

6440 N Campbell Ave

Modern Italian eatery in a vintage space with vaulted ceilings, a beer garden & a basement bar.

101 E Pennington St

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

5055 N Oracle Rd

A mix of health-focused comfort food stars in this old adobe home with a popular patio & gift shop.

2616 N Campbell Ave

Low-key, family-run eatery offering a range of noodle soups & other Vietnamese favorites.

2746 N Campbell Ave

BBQ chain eatery featuring house-smoked meats, stuffed baked potatoes & classic sides.

7077 N Thornydale Rd