When you are in Tucson, you should go to our recommended restaurants. There are many nice restaurants in Tucson.
Recommended restaurants in Tucson
Did you know that? On 15 December 2015, the city of Tucson became the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy designated in the United States, joining the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN). UNESCO Creative Cities Network
Also, the Tucson Gem Show bring many customers to local restaurants every year and it stimulate local economic.
Tucson restaurants prepare for Gem Show’s big weekend, KGUN 9.
Thai and Cantonese
Nattha’s Bann Thai Asian
| Location | 6970 E 22nd St #100, Tucson, AZ 85710, USA A 10-15 min drive from the 22nd Street Show. |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm Sun: Closed |
| Phone | (520)-750-9614 |
| Cost | Lunch: $10-12/person Dinner: $20-30/person |
| Website | Nattha’s Bann Thai Asian |
| Reviews | Yelp’s reviews |
| Menu | Menu |
| Delivery | Available (Door Dash) |
| Information | We are a Thai restaurant with Cantonese Chinese dishes as well. |
Italian
Caruso’s
| Location | 434 North 4th Avenue, Tucson, Arizona 85705 A 5-minute drive from GJX Gem & Jewelry Show, AGTA GemFair Tucson, and Tucson Gem & Mineral Show (Main Show) |
| 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 GJX Gem & Jewelry Show, AGTA GemFair Tucson, and Tucson Gem & Mineral Show (Main Show) |
| 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 GJX Gem & Jewelry Show, AGTA GemFair Tucson, and Tucson Gem & Mineral Show (Main Show) |
| 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 GJX Gem & Jewelry Show, AGTA GemFair Tucson, and Tucson Gem & Mineral Show (Main Show) Oracle: 7360 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704 A 10-15-minute drive from Westward Look Mineral Show and Miners Co-op Rock Show. |
| 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 walk from African Art Village. |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 7:00 am – 8:00 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 10 minute drive from Westward Look Mineral Show and Miners Co-op Rock Show. |
| 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 5-minute walk from Pueblo Gem & Mineral Show and African Art Village. |
| Hours | Mon: Closed Tue-Sun: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm/5:00 pm – 8:30 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 have Japanese Ramen, Takoyaki, and rice balls. |
Americans
4th Avenue Delicatessen
| Location | 425 N 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705 A 5-minute drive from GJX Gem & Jewelry Show, AGTA GemFair Tucson, and Tucson Gem & Mineral Show (Main Show) |
| 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 central Tucson. |
| 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 10 minute drive from Westward Look Mineral Show and Miners Co-op Rock Show. NORTH: 4704 E Sunrise Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718 A 25-minute drive from central Tucson. |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 11:00 am – 2:30 pm/4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Sat-Sun: 12:00 pm – 7:30 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. |