When you are in Tucson, you should go to our recommended restaurants.
There are many nice restaurants in Tucson.
Recommended restaurants in Tucson
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During the Tucson Gem Show, you can enjoy visiting restaurants.
Here are our recommended restaurants.
Italian
Caruso’s
| Location | 434 North 4th Avenue, Tucson, Arizona 85705 A 5-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon: Closed Tue-Thu: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm Fri-Sun: 11:30 am – 11:00 pm |
| Phone | (520)-624-5765 |
| Cost | Lunch: $15-20/person Dinner: $20-30/person |
| Website | Caruso’s |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | This is an authentic Italian restaurant in Tucson. You can enjoy family recipes that have been in the family for generations. Lasagna is the best!!They do not have parking, you should use the street parking on 4th avenue. The street parking is free after 5 PM. It expected to be crowded from Friday to Sunday. |
Anello
| Location | 222 E 6th St, Tucson, AZ 85705 A 5-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon: Closed Tue-Sat: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm Sun: Closed |
| Phone | – |
| Cost | Lunch: $12-20/person Dinner: $12-25/person |
| Website | Anello |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | If you want authentic Pizza, you should visit Anello. They make pizza in front of you with a huge pizza oven. They also have authentic white and red wine. |
Mexican
La Indita
| Location | 622 N 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705 A 6-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm Sun: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm |
| Phone | (520)-792-0523 |
| Cost | Lunch: $10-20/person Dinner: $20-30/person |
| Website | La Indita |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | La Indita is an authentic Mexican food restaurant in Tucson. They have family-style cuisines and nice interior. Around 5-7 PM, it may have crowed. They are located on 4th avenue. You should park street parking on 4th avenue. |
Guadalajara Original Grill
| Location | Prince: 1220 E Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ 85719 A 15-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. Oracle: 7360 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704 A 23-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon-Sun: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm (Fri and Sat: 10:00 pm) |
| Phone | Prince: (520)-323-1022 Oracle: (520)-989-0500 |
| Cost | Lunch: $15-20/person Dinner: $20-30/person |
| Website | Guadalajara Original Grill |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | This is traditional & Innovative Mexican Cuisine. There are two locations in Tucson. They perform Mexican music in the dining sometimes. Also, they have happy hours Monday to Friday from 3-6 PM. |
La Estrella Bakery
| Location | 5266 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706 A 5-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm Sun: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| Phone | (520)-741-0656 |
| Cost | $3-5/person |
| Website | La Estrella Bakery |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | La Estrella Bakery is a wonderful Mexican bakery store. All bread is very affordable and super delicious. They have any type of donuts, churros, and tortillas. It is really good for breakfast or lunch. You can get fresh coffee at the Stella Java (same property). |
Japanese
Ikkyu
| Location | 2040 West Orange Grove Road, Tucson, AZ 85704 A 20-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 11:00-8:00 Sun: Closed |
| Phone | (520)-297-9011 |
| Cost | Lunch: $8-15/person Dinner: $10-20/person |
| Website | Ikkyu |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | Ikkyu is a famous Japanese restaurant in Tucson. The tastes are really good, but not expensive. They located on the Northside in Tucson. You can get Ramen which is the popular one only Thursday through Saturday. |
Kukai
| Location | 267 S Avenida Del Convento, Ste 11, Tucson, AZ 85745 A 4-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon: Closed Tue-Sun: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm/5:00 pm – 8:00 pm |
| Phone | (520)-367-5982 |
| Cost | Lunch: $8-15/person Dinner: $10-20/person |
| Website | Kukai |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | Kukai is the best lunch place during the Tucson Gem Show. They are located near the venue of the show. (African Art Village) They have Japanese Ramen, Takoyaki, and rice balls. |
Americans
4th Avenue Delicatessen
| Location | 425 N 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705 A 5-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Sun: Closed |
| Phone | (520)-624-3354 |
| Cost | $8-15/person |
| Website | 4th Avenue Delicatessen |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | 4th Avenue Delicatessen is a locally owned & operated deli. They have some sandwiches, hotdogs, and BLTs. It is good for breakfast or lunch. They allow takeout, delivery, and outdoor seating. |
El Corral
| Location | 2201 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718 A 18-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon-Sun: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm |
| Phone | (520)-299-6092 |
| Cost | $30-50/person |
| Website | El Corral |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | El Corral was built in 1926. One of the historical restaurant in Tucson. If you want to get a steak, you should visit there. Prime Rib is the best. They offer a variety of wine. |
Chinese
Golden Dragon
| Location | NORTHWEST: 6433 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704 A 20-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. NORTH: 4704 E Sunrise Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718 A 25-minute drive from Tucson Convention Center. |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 11:00 am – 2:30 pm/4:30 pm – 9:00 pm Sat-Sun: 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
| Phone | NORTHWEST: (520)-297-1862 NORTH: (520)-299-8088 |
| Cost | Lunch: $15-20/person Dinner: $15-30/person |
| Website | Golden Dragon |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Information | Golden Dragon is an authentic Cantonese cuisine. There are two locations in Tucson. Orange chicken is very popular and recommended. |