SULLIVANS STEAK HOUSE- Sullivan's is 1940´s styled steakhouse featuring the finest steaks and seafood, unparalleled martinis, and great live jazz!Our bars boast live entertainment seven nights a week and are graced with beautiful baby grand pianos, as well as high-end cognacs, single malt scotches, an incredible wine selection and a fully stocked cigar humidor. 1785 East River Road Tucson, Arizona 85718 (520) 299-4275www.sullivansteakhouse.com/tucson
PINNACLE PEAK 6541 E. TANQUE VERDE RD, Tucson 520-296-0911 Pinnacle peak has been serving its trademark Cowboy Steak for more than 50 years, starting when the population of the Old Pueblo was about 45,000 people and Tanque Verde was well outside the city limits. Today, the entire area of Trail Dust Town offers a number of specialty shops that diners can visit, as well as the Savoy Opera House, a popular venue for special events and private parties. If for no other reason than to see the collection of neckties hanging from the rafters, you must visit the restaurant. The ties have been shorn off dudes who need to get casual. It is all in good-natured fun and patrons enjoy the commotion surrounding the tie-shearing rituals. The famous Cowboy Steak is cut from the short loin and cooked over a wood fire, just like they did 100 years ago on the open range. Today it is done indoors over gigantic grills fueled byu huge logs of mesquite wood. www.pinnaclepeaktucson.com
CLAIM JUMPER-Open daily for lunch and dinner, Claim Jumper offers a selection of freshly prepared items using only the finest ingredients available. Favorites include USDA Prime and Choice steaks, fresh fish, rotisserie chicken, baby back pork ribs, fresh baked pot pies, specialty salads, wood-fired pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and more. Claim Jumper's baked goods and desserts including our Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake, Bread Pudding, Scratch Carrot Cake, Lemon Bar Brule and five flavors of deliciously rich cream cheese pie are popular favorites with our guests.3761 E. Broadway Blvd. 520.795.2900 www.claimjumper.com
OK CORRAL RESTAURANT & CATERING COMPANY 7710 E. WRIGHTSTOWN, Tucson 885-2373 Since 1968, steaks have been cooked over mesquite wood at this restaurant on Wrightstown between Pantano and Sabino Canyon Rd.The first thing to catch your eye when you enter the restaurant is the huge mesquite-wood fired grill, wtih flames licking it and cooking the steaks. A wooden bear and the American flag next to the hostess stand let you know that you are in for a casual dining experience. All of the beef they serve is certified angus prime beef. Rib eye steaks come in a 12 or 16 ounce cut. The rib eye is the rib steak with the bone removed. Along with the rib eye, you will find T-bone and prime rib. If you're in the mood to try buffalo, it is served at the OK Corral as a half-pound burger.
BLACK ANGUS-From the beginning, Black Angus Steakhouse has built its reputation on providing a great steakhouse experience. For over forty years, our chefs have taken pride in serving only choice steaks that are carefully aged, hand-cut daily from 100% Black Angus beef, and char-grilled to perfection. At Black Angus Steakhouse, superior quality and friendly service is more than a tradition - it´s our passion every day. 5075 N. Oracle Road Tucson AZ 85704 (520) 293-7131 www.blackangus.com
GREAT AMERICAN CATTLE COMPANY 7850 N. ORACLE RD, Tucson 520-742-4260 7189 E. SPEEDWAY, Tucson 520-721-5855 When you open the menu you will see they are dedicated to beef: steak bugers, fajita steak sandwiches, barbecue beef and a whole lot more. They specialize in BBQ platters of ribs, prime rib dinners cooked to order and briskets. What makes the meat so good is the dry aging. If you don't think that you can tell the difference, try just one bite and you will be a believer.
EL CORRAL 2201 E. RIVER RD, Tucson 520-299-6092 A former ranch house, the restaurant has proved to be a popular place for locals and visitors alike. The long line indicates people are willing to wait for a good thing. Inside of El Corral is a rambling collection of rooms that connect to create a spectacular evening of good food and fun for everyone. The portions are generaous and the service is down home friendly. El Corral offers prime rib as the house specialty, with petite to huge portions. Be aware there are no reservations, so you take your chances while you wait alongside everyone else. http://www.elcorraltucson.com
HIFALUTIN RAPID FIRE WESTERN GRILL 6780 N. ORACLE, Tucson 520-297-0518 The exterior and interior are based on a haciendad-style Western theme. The servers wear cowboy hats and the walls are covered with everything from chaps to spurs. The beamed ceiling and wood floors lend to the overall ambience along with the continual background sounds of country western music. Along with the large dining room, there are bar and patio areas on which to dine. The menu features pot roast served with roasted potatoes and vegetables. Pot roast is usually the top or bottom round of beef, slowly cooked to create a tender piece of meat.
CHAD'S STEAKHOUSE & SALOON 3001 N. SWAN, Tucson 520-881-1802 Chad's steaks are fabulous. The rib eye is very popular with the regulars, as is the prime rib. Chad's coats the prime rib in an herb crust and slow cooks it until it is so tender it could melt in you mouth. Along with the other beef dishes they offer seet potatoes as a side. They are a nice change from the typical baked potato. www.chadssteakhouse.com
EL PASO BAR-B-QUE COMPANY 5510 E. BROADWAY BLVD, Tucson 745-2000 With an open flame shooting up from the patio on Broadway and Craycroft, it is hard to miss El Paso. The eatery actually has two patios, one with a beehive fireplace, and the other with an open flame. Both are favored by smokers. Inside, the dining room is well appointed with booths reminiscent of an old-time movie with high backs and dark wood. Here, the emphasis is on beef and country-western music, playing continuously over the speakers. The meat is all USDA choice and the selections include slow-smoked prime rib. The wood is pecan, which imparts a smoky flavor to the meat. Patrons favor the hand-cut rib eye steak, rubbed in a blend of secret speces. The Cowboy T-bone is a 20 ounce cut of meat meant for those who can't get enough of a good thing. I was told the beef ribs are highly coveted and feature El Paso's own brand of barbecue sauce. Every table comes with a roll of paper towels, to wipe away the savory sauce. http://www.elpasobarbeque.com
THE RANCHER'S CLUB OF ARIZONA 5151 E. GRANT RD, Tucson 321-7621 This beautiful dining room has been around since the Park Hotel ran the place. You can't help but notice the silver saddle at the entrance of the restaurant. A plaque tells you it was featured in the 1930 Rose Bowl Parade. Employees tell you it belonged to Gene Autry's horse, Coco, when Gene was the Grand Marshall. The entire dining room and bar is replete with branding ireons and photos of life on the range. The bar has a unique set of saddle chairs, and the dining room is richly appointed with three private dining rooms for parties or business meetings. My favorite place to dine is booth number 47. It is set to the side and allows privacy while affording a view of the pool and patio area beyond the dining room. All of the Rnacher's Club meat is certified dry-aged Black Angus beef cooked to order over mesquite wood. The choices are varied. The customers' favorite is the filet mignon, closely followed by the bon-in rib eye. You can't go wrong with the New York Strip and Porterhouse, which are all outstanding, and the service and ambience of the Rancher's Club are a cut above.
FLEMINGS STEAK HOUSE-Since the first Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar opened in 1998, we've raised the standard of excellence for steakhouses to a whole new level, winning awards all over the country for outstanding food, wine and service. 6360 N Campbell Ave Tucson, AZ 85718 520-529-5017 www.flemingssteakhouse.com
JONATHAN'S TUCSON CORK 6320 E. TANQUE VERDE RD, Tucson 520-296-1631 Entering the Cork takes you back to another era. Be sure to check out the Chef Jonathan doll on the bar, a gift from his father. However, the food is everything you would expect coming from a master of the grill. The meat of choice is Certified Black Angus Beef. Jonathan's top sirloin is 10 ounces and is one of his favorites. The meat is juicy and cooked to order. He also features a teriyaki sirloin. Their 12 ouce New York steak is for seriously hungry diners, although many prefer the 6 or 8 ounce filet served with bordelaise sauce. Bordelaise, which means "of Bordeaux" is the quintessential sauce for meat. It is made from wine, brown stock, shallots, parsley and herbs. www.jonathanscork.com
SHOOTERS STEAKHOUSE AND SALOON 3115 E. PRINCE RD, Tucson 322-0779 This is the ultimate neighborhood hangout, where people come to play pool and watch sports. You can sit outside and watch the huge outdoor grill a the cook prepares steak after steak over mesquite wood. The price is right, and the Moroccan architecture seems to blend without any noticeable contrast. The porterhouse and New York strip seem to be the most popular with the regulars, closely followed by the T-bone.
JANOS-The Janos Philosophy The soul of our menu is French-inspired southwestern cuisine using produce grown by a network of gardeners throughout Southern Arizona as the basis for a constantly changing menu. Much of the fresh seafood and shrimp come from the Sea of Cortez with other items flown in from around the globe. Veal, pork, lamb, beef and game are treated with innovative preparations that emphasize the nuance and subtlety of French technique and the dynamic flavors of chilies, corn and herbs from the region. While the southwest is our home and the point of departure for much of our cooking we are also inspired by diverse influences from around the world. You will find an eclectic selection of menu items from Asia, the Mediterranean and elsewhere all prepared with our unique personality which emphasizes substance and great flavor over style to create wonderfully original dishes that are as visually compelling as they are delicious. www.janos.com
PATIO DINING
OLD PUEBLO GRILLE 60 N. ALVERNON, Tucson 520-326-6000 The entrance to the restaurant passes directly by the pation dining area, which contnues all the way around to the north side of the building. The mature palms and other flora surrounding the Grille have been flourishing there for years through several previous restaurant incarnations. Breakfast service is only on the weekend, but lunch and dinner are served daily. The Grille prepares fire-crack shrimp with a red chile sauce that delivers a real kick. The wok-charred salmon adds a new twist to the popular fish. Pan-seared halibut, grilled shrimp and fish tacos are other seafood-oriented choices. Angus sirloin steak also is on the menu, as well as Southwestern specialties like chicken rellenos served with Jack cheese, roasted tomatoes, and black beans with corn over a red pepper sauce. The Southwestern shrimp in cram basil sauce is served over penne pasta. If you can't find something on the menu you're not really hungry. www.metrorestaurants.com/restaurants/opg-a-restraurant.htm
RIC'S CAFE' 5605 E. RIVER RD, Tucson 577-7272 The restaurant is very charming, and the patio is one of Tucson's best. Water cascades from the plaza fountain, and then meanders around the area, reaching its final destination on a 3-D map of Arizona that is built into the lawn. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and Sunday brunch until 2 p.m. brunch is one of the many things for which Ric's is known. In the evening, the view of the city lights is gorgeous, and you can relax while taking in the scenery and listening to the sounds of soft jazz. Menu choices include dishes from regions across the country.Monte Cristo sandwich, hamburger, country chicken, rib eye steak and Ric's famous honey chipolte pork ribs. Open 7 nights a wwk with jazz every Friday and Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m.
DAKOTA CAFE & CATERING COMPANY 6541 E. TANQUE VERDE RD, Tucson 520-298-0588 Dakota Cafe & Catering Company is tucked away in Trail Dust Town, near the intersection of Grant and Wilmot. Dakota is a rare find because it sits near the entrance of a re-created frontier town, replete with stores and shops that cater to people in search of a bit of the "old West." In the evening, a kid-size train whistles by the restaurant patio, which is lit with tiny white lights, reminiscent of a starry night. The evening echoes with the cowboy songs of the Sons of the Pioneers, et al, adding to the ambience. The pation- open for lunch and dineer- is quite large and even offers a separate smoking area. The crab quesadilla is made with green chiles, cheddar and jack cheeses and served with rasted salsa. The pork roulade is a tenderloin filled with chorizo, chiles, onion and jack cheese, served with a garlic cream sauce. Homemade dressings are a nice additon to the mouth-wtering salad selection: chutney chicken salad, cobb salad, and scallop salad. www.dakotacafeandcatering.com
THE OLIVE TREE 7000 E. TANQUE VERDE, Tucson 298-1845 The Olive Tree has a beautiful dining area with lush greenery surrounding a fountain at the rear of the restaurant. This is an ideal place to enjoy lunch under a sunbrella or an evening under the stars. It turns out that the patio is a favorite location for many couples to exchange vows. Moussaka, one popular traditional offering, is a mainstay of many Greek restaurants. I have seen the dish prepared in numerous ways, but the Olive Tree's blending of sliced eggplant, ground lamb and bechamel sauce, baked and served piping hot is a winner.
EL CHARRO 311 N. COURT AVE, Tucson 520-622-1922 El Charro has been on Court Street since 1968 and is the oldest family run restaurant in the region. The highlight of that patio is the fountain of metal sombreros, with water cascading from one sombrero to another. The tranquil trickling is a pleasure to the ear. Be sure to look toward the roof on the north side of the patio to see the carne seca cage, where meat is dried in the open air to make the restaurant's signature dish. The menu is extensive, with such favorites as green corn tamales and chicken enchiladas. And the sounds of mariachi music bring a festive ambience to the patio while you sip a margarita. The restaurant's El Mercado location, which has been around for several years, recently added a large patio where you can enjoy traditional Sonoran cuisine. www.elcharrocafe.com
THE GRILL AT HACIENDA DEL SOL 5602 N. HACIENDA DEL SOL RD, Tucson 520-529-3500 The Grill at Hacienda Del Sol prepares some of the finest food in Tucson. The restaurant offers an unforgettable under the stars dining experience. The patio has the recent addition of a wood awning for protection from the elements and to enhance the already stunning appeal of the building. www.haciendadelsol.com
ARIZONA INN 2200 E. ELM ST. Tucson 520-325-1541 The Arizona Inn is an all-time favorite of Tucson residents and visitors alike. It is one of the few remaining family owned hotels in the country. The Inn's patio is directly off the main dining room, which is magnificent when the trees are in bloom. Another patio is off the bar area, and an additional one is outside the Africa Room. The landscaping and architecture reflect another age, one that is not forgotten at this historic property. http://www.arizona-inn-tucson.com/
CAFE TERRA COTTA 3500 E. SUNRISE DRIVE, Tucson 520-577-8100 Alfresco dining at Cafe Terra Cotta is a must, with the Catalinas as the perfect backdrop. Food is beautifully prepared. Pizzas are baked in a wood fired oven. In addition to sunbrellas to protect clientele from the sun, the restaurant has space heaters to take the evening chill away just in case it gets too cold. www.cafeterracotta.com
MEXICAN FOOD
CASA MOLINA: 6225 E. Speedway, 4240 E. Grant, 3001 N. Campbell, Tucson
EL CHARRO:311 N. Court, 6310 E. Broadway, TucsonEstablished in 1922, El CharroCafé of Tucson, Arizona is The Nation's Oldest Mexican Restaurant in continuous operation by the same family, featuring traditional Sonoran cultural style and innovative Tucson style Mexican Food, El Charro is truly as Gourmet Magazine wrote: "A Taste Explosion". www.elcharrocafe.com
EL PARADOR: 2744 E. Broadway, Tucson One of the finest Tucson Restaurants, El Parador will introduce you a world of fine hospitality and service. www.elparadortucson.com
LA PARRILLA SUIZA: The exquisite cuisine of Mexico City is almost a world apart from northern Mexican food. All our tacos, meat and cheese dishes are cooked on charcoal or grilled. We serve fresh handmade corn tortillas and authentic Mexico City salsas. 5602 E. Speedway, 2720 N. Oracle, Tucson http://laparrillaseuza.uswestdex.com/
ON THE BORDER: 68 W. River Rd, 5205 E. Broadway, Tucson
CAJUN
THE FRENCH QUARTER: 3146 E. Grant, Tucson
ITALIAN
CARUSO'S: 434 N. 4th Ave, Tucson. 624-5765
DOLCE VITA: 7895 E. Broadway, Tucson 298-3700
GAVI: This family style tratorria restaurant with an exhibition kitchen that serves genuine Italian food prepared fresh to the order ~ personally created with signature sauce recipes by the owner Gaetano Vittoriano Colaleo. Born in Bari, Italy, the name GAVI originated since birth from a combination of the first and middle name. 7865 E. Broadway 290-8380, 6960 E. Sunrise 615-1900, Tucson www.gaviitalianfood.com
LAROCCA'S: 5689 N. Swan, Tucson 299-4301 The Larocca family takes justifiable pride in its family tradition. Most of our food is heart healthy. All items are prepared fresh, from the homemade bread, salad dressings, pastas & pizzas to the elegant desserts. On any given night, you will have a variety of specials to choose from, in addition to our mouth watering menu. And to insure that your evening is a successful one, you could be greeted by any member of the Larocca family. www.laroccasitalian.com
MACARONI GRILL: 5100 E. Broadway, Tucson 790-0177
MAMA LOUISA'S: 2041 S. Craycroft, Tucson 790-4702 Since 1956, Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant in Tucson, Arizona has been serving the best in homemade Italian cuisine. It is regarded among one of the best restaurants in Tucson. http://emol.org/mamalouisas/
OLIVE GARDEN: 5410 E. Broadway 790-5787, 300 W. Wetmore 292-1077
TRATTORIA PINA: 5541 N. Swan, Tucson 577-6992 Nestled in the CatalinaFoothills, Trattoria Pina ItalianRestaurant is a hidden treasure that offers superb Italian food: including veal, fresh seafood, a large variety of pastas, salads, and gourmet pizzas in a wood burning oven. www.trattoriapina.com
CHINESE & ASIAN
CHINA THAI: 6502 E. Tanque Verde, Tucson 885-6860
GOLDEN DRAGON: Golden Dragon has all the things most people look for in a Chinese restaurant: a widely varied menu, consistently tasty food in generous portions, and very reasonable prices. Add pleasant, speedy service and you can hardly go wrong. 6166 E. Speedway 512-1922, 4704 E. Sunrise 299-8088, 6433 N. Oracle 297-1862, Tucson www.goldendragonrest.com
GREAT WALL OF CHINA: 2445 S. Craycroft , Tucson 747-4049
CHAR'S THAI RESTAURANT: 5039 E. 5th, Tucson 795-1715
SAKURA- Sakura is well known for its fresh, high quality food, served in an entertaining environment. The atmosphere is spacious, with a cordial air and an attentive staff, including the chefs preparing and customizing your meal at your table! www.sakuratucson.com
LOTUS GARDEN-As the oldest family-owned and operated Chinese restaurant in Tucson (since 1968), the Wong Family is pleased to serve the finest in Chinese cuisine. Our menu focuses on Southern and Northern style foods found in China. Chef Huang and his staff have been perfecting these dishes for over 25 years, and truly take a great deal of pride in their art.Cantonese cuisine found in the Southern region of China relies on quick stir-frying to sear the flavors of the meats and vegetables, which combine to create a light sauce that is not overpowering to the palate. Szechuan cooking, a specialty in North-Central China, focuses on hot pepper corn, garlic, and spicy bean sauce to add to its unique flavor. www.lotusgardentucson.com
P F CHANGS- The goal of a P.F. Chang's meal is to attain harmony of taste, texture, color and aroma by balancing the Chinese principles of fan and t'sai. Fan foods include rice, noodles, grains and dumplings, while vegetables, meat, poultry, and seafood are t'sai foods. www.pfchangs.com
THE BAMBOO CLUB-This upscale casual Asian Bistro features lush décor, artful lighting, and tantalizing cuisine culminating in an exotic yet inviting dining experience. Authentic menu selections are drawn from across the Far East including; Malaysia, Thailand, China, Vietnam, and Indonesia. The expansive menu reflects the establishment's renowned expertise in the culinary flavors and delicacies found throughout Asia. www.thebambooclub.com
THE FRENCH LOAF: 5350 E. Broadway 750-0122, 6878 E. Sunrise 577-2103, 4811 E. Grant 323-5623, Tucson
WILDFLOWER:Offering one of the Southwest´s finest dining experiences, Wildflower raised the culinary bar of excellence when it opened in Tucson in 1998. As the original Fox Restaurant Concept, Wildflower continues to set the standard for innovative New American Cuisine featuring updated American classics with European and Asian influences. The menu changes often to take advantage of the freshest seasonal ingredients available. www.foxrestaurantconcepts.com/wildflower.html
LE BISTRO-Savor Le Bistro's wonderful, moderately priced, innovative French and European cuisine. Enjoy lunch, dinner or dessert amidst twinkling lights set in lush fishtail palms, etched glass mirrors, lace curtains and sateen striped tablecloths. www.lebistrotucson.com
DELECTABLES-Delectables is one of those places that is perfect to bring a book as your dining companion. www.delectables.com
PASTICHE-Pastiche's menu offers eclectic American-based cuisine with influences from all over the world. The menu changes frequently to accommodate guests' tastes and preferences, as well as to benefit from the finest seasonal opportunities. Daily specials also draw on the availability of fresh fish, local produce and specialty meats, including Certified Angus Beef®. www.pasticheme.com
BEYOND BREAD-what could be better than freshly baked turkey, made on site, stacked high between wonderful fresh handmade bread topped with a score of delicious condiments? www.beyondbread.com
ECLECTIC CAFE-Our mission is to provide you with gracious hospitality and a clean, contemporary ambience. We offer unsurpassed food, we pride ourselves in uniquely prepared menu specialties with a carefree desert spirit. www.eclectic-cafe.com
ATHENS ON FOURTH-"Athens Greek Restaurant is a small, intimate bistro situated on the corner of 4th Avenue and 6th Street. Pictures of Athens and the Greek Islands adorn the walls, illuminated by candles on the tables. The menu features typical Greek Cuisine, including spanakopita, gyros, lamb, and several different pasta dishes, in large and savory portions. For dessert, Athens boasts a heavenly BakLava, drizzled with honey. This quite restaurant is popular among Tucsonans, and weekend reservations are recommended." www.athensonfourth.com
SOUTHWESTERN
CAFE TERRA COTTA:What image of innovative regional flavor did I want to accomplish at Terra Cotta? First, it would be based on the fundamental ingredients native to the American Southwest and northern Mexico - chiles, corn, tomatoes, squash, and beans. Second, it would reach deeper into Mexico, especially to the Yucatan, central Mexico, and Oaxaca, where the sauces are more robust, complex, and balanced. Third, it would combine classical French contemporary cooking techniques and presentation styles with an emphasis on absolutely fresh ingredients. 3500 E. Sunrise, Tucson 577-8100 www.cafeterracotta.com
JONATHAN'S CORK:Jonathan's Cork is a longtime Tucson favorite featuring Buffalo, Ostrich, Fresh Fish, Seafood, Game Meats and Angus Beef with a Southwestern flair. 6320 E. Tanque Verde, Tucson 296-1631 www.jonathanscork.com
RIC'S CAFE: 5605 E. River #121, Tucson 577-7272
SEAFOOD
KINGFISHER BAR & GRILL:Kingfisher Bar & Grill specializes in seafood, rotisserie meats, and poultry drawing from a wide variety of American regional cooking influences, including the Southwest and Northwest. 2564 E. Grant , Tucson 323-7739 www.kingfisherbarandgrill.com
JOE'S CRAB SHACK: 410 N. Wilmot, Tucson 751-0050
RED LOBSTER: 5870 E. Broadway 519-1002, 5061 N. Oracle, Tucson
COFFEEHOUSES
BENTLEY'S: 1730 E. Speedway, Tucson 795-0338
COFFEE XCHANGE: 6841 E. Camino Principal 751-9114, 4951 E. Grant 327-9114, 8501 E. Broadway 751-8188, Tucson
LE BUZZ: 9095 E. Tanque Verde #181, Tucson 749-3903
STARBUCKS: 4811 E. Grant 325-8669, 7151 N. Oracle 219-4880, 98 W, River 408-2292, 802 W. University 620-9344, 4700 E. Sunrise 615-0881, Tucson www.starbucks.com
BAR & GRILLS
THUNDERCANYON BREWERY- Foothills Mall, Tucson AZ 520-797-2652We are a full-service restaurant and brewery, offering contemporary bistro cuisine and a wide variety of hand-crafted beers brewed on-site in our "state-of-the-art" 15-barrel brewery. Our concept is simple - hearty and freshly-made brewpub fare, featuring something for everyone, including unique house-designed recipes prepared daily all served up "fun & friendly...brewpub style!" along with the best beers in town & a full bar. www.thundercanyonbrewery.com
NIMBUS BREWERY- Nimbus Brewing Company is proud to offer the Southwest´s finest selection of classic ales. The distinctive and assertive character of our products come from exceptional water quality, superior ingredients, and meticulous attention to the details of true European style brewing craftsmanship. As Nimbus has grown, our steadfast commitment to quality over quantity has won us the acclaim of critics and the accolades of everyday beer drinkers. Our brewery distributes freshly bottled and kegged beer to bars, restaurants, grocery stores and liquor markets throughout Arizona. At all times, we offer seven completely different styles of beer as well as seasonal specialties. Cask-conditioned ales drawn from our authentic British beer engines are available during certain times of the year. The brewery taproom is open for lunch and dinner and for evening enjoyment. This allows connoisseurs of fine beer to sample our products almost anytime directly from the source.www.nimbusbeer.com
MALONEYS TAVERN- Maloney's Tavern. We´ve created a place where people can gather A Place to have fun and kick up a lather Where spirits are high and filled with good cheer Your problems and troubles have no place here We offer good food and drink at a low price An idea created from our patron´s advice So grab a cold beer and settle on in The fun at Maloney´s is about to begin http://www.maloneystavern.com
DIRTBAGS BAR-We would like you to feel at home here so make sure to grab a cocktail before you start to browse. If you are not quite sure what you want why not go to our BUZZ FACTOR and see what kind of concoctions we might suggest if you could actually belly-up to the bar. Also if your trying to figure out who has the best drink specials in town? Look no further, we have a different Special every day, and our specials always run all day! www.dirtbagsbar.com
LAFFS COMEDY CLUB- America's hottest comedians take center stage in this intimate comedy club reminiscent of a classic New York or Chicago cabaret, comfortably dark with pools of different colored lights, bathed with music of all styles creating a cozy yet exciting atmosphere. www.laffscomedyclub.com
Chicago Bar is a really cool bar to go to. They have live music every night of the week. Some really kick ass bands play there. They have a variety of music, from rock to reggae, to blues to funk. There is something there for everyone.
HOTEL CONGRESS- From its 1985 inception as a once-weekly showcase for downtown Tucson's creative community, to its current status as"one of the ten best rock clubs in the United States," Club Congress has continuously striven to be a catalyst for art. In addition to our emphasis on showcasing music's cutting edge, The CC has earned repeated accolades as the city's best dance club. All this takes place within a lush socio-historic context. The Tap Room, attached to Club Congress, has been a favorite watering hole since the 19th Amendment was passed. The Dillinger gang, imbibed a few drafts here before they were flushed out by the 1934 Hotel Congress fire and subsequently captured. Today, don't be surprised if you find your favorite musician or Hollywood star "slumming it" in this must stop for the incorrigibly hip. http://www.hotelcongress.com/club/
FROG AND FIRKIN- A standout among the many bars & restaurants in the university area, the Frog & Firkin does what very few pubs can claim - combine a festive atmosphere and great beer with a menu that in every aspect could stand on its own in any restaurant setting. Inventive variations on traditional English pub fare and zesty, fresh salads do more than hold there own against the Frog's famous pizza. If your just craving a quick bite, the appetizers feature some wonderful surprises! www.frogandfirkin.com
BENNIGANS- At Bennigan's, you'll find plenty of mouth-watering items to tempt your palate. From our new Boneless Buffalo Wings, to our spicy Fajita Burger to even our award-winning "Oh, Baby" Back Ribs. Or, you can mix things up a bit with our Mix and Match Appetizers, Entrées and Desserts.Of course you can still enjoy classic Bennigan's favorites such as our Fire-Grilled Sirloin, the Monte Cristo Sandwich and Kilkenny's Country Chicken Salad. For dessert, try our new larger than life Big Ben Chocolate Caramel Brownie Sundae. www.bennigans.com
BUMSTEDS- If you're looking for a relaxing family restaurant that serves mouthwatering menu items, then Bumsted's is the place for you. Here, we are a brand new restaurant showcasing nostalgic humor from the comic strip, Blondie™. We're eager to please customers like you. Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, we create famously large sandwiches (like Dagwood's) and other scrumptious entrées that will make you come back for more. www.bumsteds-az.com
BERKYS-We are one of the premiere inner city roadhouse taverns for live professional musical entertainment, pool, karaoke and more! www.berkys.com
BISON WITCHES-Bison Witches Bar and Deli was founded in Tucson, Arizona in January of 1995. Occupying 1400 sq. ft. at 326 N. 4th Avenue, Bison Witches is a small neighborhood hangout that features gourmet deli sandwiches, bread bowl soups, salads, appetizers, and a full service bar with tableside servicewww.bisonwitches.com
