Best Hot Spot Restaurants in South Tucson

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1. Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(1308)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Tucson

Booked 27 times today

REILLY offers modern Italian food in a casual urban setting. Our menu features smalls, salads, craft pizzas, fresh house-made pastas, desserts and craft drinks. If you are looking for outdoor dining, check out our Beer Garden and rooftop-now open! Rooftop and Beer Garden dining are open seating, order at the counter.

2. The Cup Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(2115)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson

Booked 29 times today

Recently awarded "Top 100 Neighborhood Gems in America" by OpenTable!Reservations are highly recommended for dinner due to limited indoor seating and high demand for patio seating. During breakfast and lunch we do not accept reservations, *EXCEPT* on these holidays: Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.The Cup Café is a downtown Tucson tradition with a reputation for delicious, inspired fare, alive with flavor. A full-service, historic modern bistro, The Cup Café appeals to locals and visitors alike.Enjoy the variety of The Cup’s all-day menu and the fresh, delectable, and ever-changing daily features. Selections include build-your-own omelets, unique salads, great appetizers, full-course entrees, classic sandwiches, as well as vegan and vegetarian options.The Cup also proudly features homemade desserts, baked in-house, as well as a comfortable and expansive outdoor patio, full-service bar, unique signature cocktails, and intriguing wine selections.Thank you!

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3. HUB Restaurant & Ice Creamery

4.2

Awesome(692)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Tucson

Booked 14 times today

UPDATE: HUB is currently operating out of PLAYGROUND until early fall 2024Located on historic Congress Street in Tucson, HUB is right in the heart of all the excitement that downtown has to offer. Our dining room gives warm romantic vibes, while our patio comes to life with the greenery, and night life. With our locally sourced ingredients, we’ve created an elevated American cuisine while embracing the taste of the southwest. Make sure you leave room for our famous homemade ice cream with flavors such as Bourbon Almond Brittle and Oatmeal Cookie Dough. We’re also proud to offer our dine-in guests complimentary valet or self parking for 2 hours. This service is offered at The AC Hotel, located directly behind HUB. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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4. Culinary Dropout - Tucson

4.3

Awesome(2758)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 34 times today

Culinary Dropout in Tucson is a hotspot for its unique food and fun vibes. Reviews rave about the excellent service, great atmosphere, and delicious food. One reviewer even called it 'culinary perfection'. The place is buzzing with a playful and relaxed environment, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. It's not just about the food, but the experience as a whole, which is highly recommended by patrons.

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5. North Italia – Tucson

4.4

Awesome(5199)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Foothills

Booked 91 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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6. Wildflower - Tucson

4.7

Exceptional(6702)

Price: Moderate

• American • Casas Adobes

Booked 58 times today

Wildflower, flagship restaurant for Fox Restaurant Concepts, raised the culinary bar when it opened in Tucson in 1998. To this day, it continues to set the standard for innovative New American Cuisine featuring a melting pot of American classics with European and Asian influences. If that’s not enough, the restaurant offers 80 wines by the bottle and 25 by the glass – an excellent range for both the wine connoisseur and the novice.

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7. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Tucson

4.6

Exceptional(3211)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Foothills

Booked 21 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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8. Fleming's Steakhouse - Tucson

4.8

Exceptional(2264)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Foothills

Booked 63 times today

Discover Fleming's in Tucson, conveniently located in Tucson Foothills on the corner of Campbell and Skyline, adjacent to the Embassy Suites at Paloma Village, where you'll find exceptional USDA Prime steaks, storied wines and stellar service. Whether you're marking a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or simply savoring a night out, our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio provide a memorable setting. Explore our Dinner Menu with seven different steak cuts, best-in-class seafood and innovative vegetarian options. Join us for lunch starting at 11AM on weekdays for flavorful sandwiches and salads or enjoy our Social Hour Menu Sunday through Thursday 4PM to 6PM with shareable bar bites and $9 handcrafted cocktails. Planning an event? Explore our Events & Catering Menu for a variety of options, both in our restaurant and off-site.

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9. Blanco Cocina + Cantina – Tucson

4.6

Exceptional(1377)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Foothills

Booked 41 times today

Blanco is more than your typical Mexican restaurant, it‘s an escape from the ordinary, a happy hour hang out, a place to sit back, recharge and party. It’s a vacation in your neighborhood that helps you relax with your favorite people. For food, margaritas, and good times, Blanco is the perfect place to find your bliss.What could be better than street-style tacos, premium tequila, and a panoramic view of the Tucson valley? Blanco in Tucson features a modern take on classic Mexican fare, such as our award-winning Slow-Cooked BBQ Pork Tacos, as well as signature drinks made with seasonal fruits like our Pomegranate Grapefruit Margarita!

10. Wild Garlic Grill

4.6

Exceptional(2720)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown Tucson

Booked 24 times today

Dine- in, takeout and deliveryWed- Sun 12:00PM-9:00PMAt the heart of the vibrant Tucson gastronomic scene is a quaint, family owned restaurant that has made a name for itself by combining the classical French education of Executive Chef Steven Schultz with the flavors of traditional southwest cuisine. Driven by the vision of casual fine dining that he shares with wife and Maudi Gourdin, the pair have managed to make The Wild Garlic Grill one of Tucson’s premiere destinations for food lovers from all walks of life. That all too familiar aroma of garlic will titillate your senses from the moment you step through the front door, followed instantly by the pageantry of Chef and his crew hard at work in the open kitchen where you can watch your meal as it is prepared. One can sense the warmth that emanates from their comradery and dedication and it doesn’t take long to notice that the front of house staff shares the same passion. It’s almost as if they are one big happy family…

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Joshua
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined today
My bride and I shared the broccolini and the ricotta toast, which were fabulous. Then we split the arugula and prosciutto pie and orecchiette pasta, and again—home run! Nice ambience. Industrial decor. Service friendly, timely and kind. Love it!
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Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Tucson
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4.6
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Christine
Tucson •2 reviews
4.0
Dined today
The HUB and Playground are all one now, so the experience was completely different. We went to the HUB for particular menu items such as Ahi Nachos and Brussels Sprouts that were no longer presented. The food was good, but the menu selection was limited.
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HUB Restaurant & Ice CreameryPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Tucson
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4.2
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Tom
Tucson •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A busy night for The Cup, but servers did not get frazzled, We were attended to promptly. Our order was simple, but delicious. That burger of theirs is terrific. Haven't been to The Cup in a long time, but we'll be sure to get back there sooner. BTW, kudos to the greeter who really kept her cool while a small hurricane of activity was going on around her.
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The Cup CafePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Tucson
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4.8
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Louie
Tucson •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I’ve always had a goodexperience at this location, but my most recent visit was the best by far. Someone in our party had dietary restrictions (gluten and vegetarian). The manager greeted us for our reservation and I asked him him suggestions. He gave us the perfect dish suggestion. In fact, when he went into the kitchen and made sure it was going to be cooked correctly. Everyone else on staff was amazing as well. We had the best interactions with the entire team. I would highly recommend this place for every occasion.
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Culinary Dropout - TucsonPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown
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4.3
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Sarah
Phoenix / Arizona •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
I tried to order the chicken salad but they were out of chicken at noon on a Monday. Very strange. The pasta dishes my dining companions ordered were great. I tried the arugula salad with salmon. The salmon was fine but the rest of the salad was boring.
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North Italia – TucsonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Foothills
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4.4

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - Downtown

2. The Cup Cafe

3. HUB Restaurant & Ice Creamery

4. Culinary Dropout - Tucson

5. North Italia – Tucson

6. Wildflower - Tucson

7. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Tucson

8. Fleming's Steakhouse - Tucson

9. Blanco Cocina + Cantina – Tucson

10. Wild Garlic Grill

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