Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in South Tucson

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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Tucson

Neighborhoods

Casas AdobesDowntown TucsonEast TucsonFoothillsMidtown

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Nook - Tucson

4.8

Exceptional(301)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson

Booked 2 times today

Enjoy exceptional service and a friendly atmosphere at Nook. It's a wonderful spot for enjoying a delicious meal while catching up with old acquaintances over lunch. Nook is located just south of the Prima County Public Library on East Congress Street. It opened in 2015 and has become a trendy eatery that serves up New American cuisine. Owners Nikki and Matt Thompson along with Todd Anderson are fellow Tucsonans who love their community. Local artists have work showcased throughout this contemporary restaurant. Nook also prides itself on serving up locally sourced food. Try the Godfather Benedict with prosciutto, arugula, poached egg hollandaise and balsamic drizzle for breakfast, or come down during lunch for a green corn tamale pie with cabbage salad. It offers take-out service and is open for breakfast and lunch during the week. This restaurant also serves brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

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2. Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(1350)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Tucson

Booked 19 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.

3. Maynards

4.5

Awesome(2404)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson

Booked 18 times today

Nestled in the historic train depot, Maynards offers an authentic dining experience featuring locally-inspired dishes, an award-winning wine list, and hand-crafted cocktails. Market-driven and fueled by a passion for the Southwest, Maynards delights guests with ephemeral seasonal dishes that celebrate the harvests of the Sonoran Desert in an elegant, romantic atmosphere. Downtown Tucson’s Historic East End is both a destination and a hub for those seeking the heart of urban Tucson.

4. The Cup Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(2160)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson

Booked 24 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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5. OBON + Sushi + Bar + Ramen - Tucson

4.4

Awesome(617)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Downtown Tucson

Booked 28 times today

Nestled in the cross section of Downtown Tucson and Historic 4th Avenue, OBON Tucson is located in the heart of Tucson’s entertainment district on Congress Street. With a polished casual approach, OBON is the spot for an unconventional and memorable dining experience. The menu features an array of starters, steamed buns, ramen and sushi, as well as an expansive list of inventive and thoughtful cocktails.

6. Bata

4.7

Exceptional(1176)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson

Booked 33 times today

Bata is a restaurant designed to celebrate the best our region has to offer. We cook over a live oak fire, on our custom fabricated hearth. Our menu changes daily. We mill AZ grown grain in house, daily. We focus on whole animal butchery, done in house. We have an extensive fermentation program. Our bar program largely focuses on wines that are organic, biodynamic, and produced with minimal intervention. The cocktail list highlights the best products of the season, with a carefully curated list of spirits from across the globe. We believe that our hospitality is just as important as the food and beverages we put on the table. We do not encourage our restaurant for young children. We do not have any highchairs in house and ask that you please bring your own if it is required. We do not offer any outdoor seating. Private dining, kitchen counter and large party seating available. Email hello@batatucson.com for inquiries.

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7. Culinary Dropout - Tucson

4.4

Awesome(2824)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 30 times today

At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.

8. Cielos

4.4

Awesome(1323)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 9 times today

Cielos at Lodge on the Desert offers one of the best dining options in Southern Arizona. Dine on contemporary seasonal cuisine that pays tribute to Southwest ingredients. Complemented by classic craft cocktails featuring local spirits and a delectable wine list, Cielos is the perfect place for a romantic night out or a casual happy hour with friends.The intimate space is framed with floor-to-ceiling windows and overlooks a spacious secluded Saltillo-tiled outdoor private patio featuring bistro string lighting, a four-sided, tiled fireplace for optimal year-round al fresco dining. Cielos and its Bar both reflect a genuine, richly authentic Southern Arizona historic charm and ambience including rough-hewn artist-design hand-painted wood beams, Mexican tin chandeliers, floating potted plants and shade sails.

9. The Cork Tucson

4.6

Exceptional(439)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • East Tucson

Booked 20 times today

Welcome to The Cork Tucson!Nestled off Tanque Verde Road on Tucson's east side, you'll find this legendary home of fine food and spirits. Since 1966, our southwestern steakhouse has dished out prime cuts, savory seafood, wine and classic cocktails. Our cozy atmosphere delivers divine dining whether your at a table or at the bar, with a side of conversation you'll absolutely relish!

10. Vivace Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(8981)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Foothills

Booked 55 times today

Rated number one for food in Tucson, by Zagat Survey, this Foothills restaurant has a Tuscan decor providing northern Italian fare, thoughtfully prepared with reasonable prices and wine list. Choose from a selection of appetizers, salads, pasta and main plates such as crab filled breaded chicken breast or grilled fresh salmon and rock shrimp. Relaxed inside and patio dining.

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OpenTable Diner
Utah •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Everything was amazing. Our server was incredibly helpful. Our food was phenomenal, and we really loved the sparkling sake.
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The Cup CafePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Tucson
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4.6
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Cathy
Tucson •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I recommend reservations if you are going for Sunday Brunch. Today was our second Sunday trying their brunch menu. Last week my husband had the Tamale pie which he totally devoured! I had the folded eggs with ham and hash browns all excellent. Today we both had the Nook special. Choice of 2 eggs, 2 strips of bacon and 2 griddle cakes with syrup. Other than my scrambled eggs needed to be cooked a tad longer it was all excellent. Next week I am deciding between the Honey Chipotle Eggs Benedict and the Banana Griddle cakes with side of their awesome thick bacon. Will report next Sunday!
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Nook - TucsonPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Tucson
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4.8
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Bill
Portland / Oregon •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Good food in a comfortable setting along with a very nice service team.
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MaynardsPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Tucson
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4.5
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LisaVIP
Houston •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Tasty food and excellent service. It was a little loud but we did go on a Friday evening. Definitely recommend the Brussels sprouts appetizer and the mushroom pizza.
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Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Tucson
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4.7
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Kathryn
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food was great. The service spectacular! We really enjoyed ourselves. We'll be back.
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OBON + Sushi + Bar + Ramen - TucsonPrice: Expensive• Asian• Downtown Tucson
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4.4

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