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O'Malley's

247 N. Fourth Ave. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

623-8600

Bar, Music Venues, Best Of

For a roaring good time and some pretty darn good food, this longtime Fourth Avenue spot is a great choice. The beer?and there are 16 on tap alone?is cold and served by pretty young ladies with big smiles and friendly banter. You?ll find lots of tasty sandwiches, juicy burgers and big salads. The appetizers are certainly big enough to eat as a stand-alone meal. We especially liked the tempura rellenos, a nifty take on that traditional dish. This is bar food as it was meant to be. (8-25-11)

2 articles
Ocotillo Café

At the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road. West side

883-5705

Southwest

As if there weren't enough good reasons to visit the Desert Museum, there's also the excuse of an outstanding meal served with the beautiful backdrop of the Sonoran landscape. Fresh, seasonal ingredients abound in the cuisine. Admission to the museum is required to dine at the Ocotillo Cafe.
The Parish

6453 N. Oracle Road. Northwest

797-1233

Cajun, Bar

The Parish is a fine drinking establishment. Oh, and they serve food, too—really good food. The Southern-fusion gastropub features dishes with a Cajun/Creole twist, and the bold flavors are served with a smile. Consider yourself warned: When something is described as spicy, they mean it. (3-8-12)

2 articles
La Parrilla Suiza

2720 N. Oracle Road. Central

624-4300

Mexican

Also at 5602 E. Speedway Blvd. (747-4838) and 4250 W. Ina Road (572-7200). Friendly service, delicious food and a large menu. What more could one ask for? Try the chimichanga; you will not regret it. (2-20-03)

1 article
Pastiche Modern Eatery

3025 N. Campbell Ave. Central

325-3333

Americana, Best Of

If you are looking for a lovely, spacious dining room, quirky art and an experimental and adventuresome menu, try Pastiche, featuring live jazz Friday and Sundays evenings. (10-5-00)

8 articles
Penca

50 E. Broadway Blvd. Central

203-7681

Mexican

If you love Mexican food but are looking for something different, Penca is a great option. This tiny downtown eatery brings the flavors of Mexico City to the Old Pueblo. The wide choice of taco fillings includes tongue, nopalitos and turkey. The tortillas are made to order, and the sides go way beyond refried beans. Although the list of entrées is limited, the dishes are delicious, with the chile en nogada a prime example. The cocktails are excellent and the vibe is urban chic. And the music could cause flashbacks of time spent deep in the heart of Mexico. (6-20-13)

6 articles
Piazza Gavi

5415 N. Kolb Road. Northeast

577-1099

Italian

For anyone who loved the small trattorias that were the hallmark of the Gavi empire, this place may seem cavernous. But size doesn’t matter. Gavi brings all its wonderful touches to this roomy eatery: good food, giant portions and friendly service. The choices are plentiful; there are more than 20 types of pasta sauce alone. Pizza is on the menu. So is breakfast. Sandwiches are big enough for two (or three). The wine list leans toward the Italian side, but what else would you expect? Don't miss the amazing happy-hour deals. (7-12-12)

1 article
Pinnacle Peak

6541 E. Tanque Verde Road. East side

296-0911

Steakhouse

Located in Trail Dust Town, Pinnacle Peak serves up some of the biggest, most flavorful steaks in Southern Arizona. The Old West atmosphere provides a fun time for all. Just don't go there if you're a vegetarian or if you're wearing a tie. (7-3-03)

1 article
PJ Subs T6 Filling Station

2500 E. Sixth St. Central

326-9500

Sandwiches

Want a tasty sandwich, some well-prepared fries and wings, and a cocktail, all while watching the game? PJ/T6 may just be the place for you. (9-24-09)

1 article
Playground Bar and Lounge

278 E. Congress St. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

396-3691

Bar, Americana

A nightclub and bar first, Playground has an excellent selection of upscale bar food that’s definitely meant to be shared, if you can bear to do so. Don’t miss the meatballs in “angry sauce.” (10-17-13)

10 articles
Primo

3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd., inside the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa. West side

792-3500

Upper Crust

Tucsonans should thank our lucky stars that Melissa Kelly decided to open one of her wonderful restaurants in the Old Pueblo. With a clever menu that makes the most of artisanal foods, Primo offers delicious, creative choices from soup to nuts. Desserts are especially delightful. This would be the perfect place for that special occasion. (2-9-06)

2 articles
PY Steakhouse

5655 W. Valencia Road, inside Casino del Sol. South Tucson

(800) 344-9435

Upper Crust

True fine dining has come to Casino del Sol with PY Steakhouse. Offering impeccable service, amazing cocktails and some fine steak and seafood offerings, PY is a great place for a special occasion. Don't miss the corn and lobster chowder. (2-23-11)

2 articles
Ra Sushi Bar Restaurant

2905 E. Skyline Drive. Northwest

615-3970

Sushi and Japanese

Ra Sushi, a Benihana-owned chain that got its start in the Phoenix area, is a little pricier than other area sushi joints. For those extra few bucks, you’ll get a hip, trendy atmosphere and quick service. You’ll also find tasty food, some occasional nifty specials and a wide variety of appetizers. Think what it would be like if P.F. Chang’s did a sushi place. (3-18-04)

1 article
Red Sky New American Cuisine and Catering

2990 N. Swan Road. East side

326-5454

Upper Crust

The domestic interpretation of the European bistro means local ingredients, bigger portions and an expansively innovative spirit that pervades every dish. The food is fabulous, and the prices are a bargain when compared with restaurants offering similar fare. Delicious in every way. (5-25-00)
Reilly Craft Pizza and Drink

101 E. Pennington St. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

882-5550

Pizza

This restaurant, in the old Reilly Funeral Home on Pennington Street, has a fun, urban atmosphere unlike any other spot in Tucson. While the food can be hit and miss, there are far more hits than misses, and those hits are often home runs: The pizza with speck (ham) and egg is revelatory, for example. The bar turns out some fun and delicious cocktails, too. (11-15-12)

5 articles
Le Rendez-Vous

3844 E. Fort Lowell Road. Central

323-7373

French

Le Rendez-Vous is one of Tucson’s most overlooked and underappreciated restaurants. For anyone who truly loves French cuisine, this is a must-visit. While a bit on the pricey side, Le Rendez-Vous has classic dishes like escargot, sweetbreads, duck pate, chateaubriand, filet au poivre vert and more. For a more casual experience and the same menu, the restaurant is now split in half, with a more modern, cozy bistro side. (3-14-13)

3 articles
Restaurant Sinaloa

1020 W. Prince Road. West side

887-1161

Seafood

Restaurant Sinaloa should be Tucson?s new hotspot for freshly prepared, affordable seafood of every sort. Shrimp is the specialty, and with more than 20 different shrimp preparations on the menu, there is something for every palate. Service is quick and friendly. Be sure to branch out and try the smoked-marlin taco. (10-6-11)

2 articles
Rio Café

2526 E. Grant Road. Central

323-5003

Latin American

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1 article
Risky Business

6866 E. Sunrise Drive. Northeast

577-0021

Americana

Also at 8848 E. Tanque Verde Road (749-8555) and 250 S. Craycroft Road (584-1610). (Hours vary per location.) It’s tough to devise a restaurant scheme that will keep everyone in the family happy, but somehow, Risky Business has managed to pull this feat off admirably. Lots of goodies for the kids are in this spacious, colorful spot, and parents will enjoy a menu that caters to their palates with food that has real taste and character. It doesn’t hurt that numerous premium beers are on tap, either.
Rusty's Family Restaurant and Sports Grille

2075 W. Grant Road. West side

623-3363

Sports Bar, Menu

Atmosphere-wise, this is actually two restaurants in one--a sports bar and a trendy family restaurant. With decent prices, a hip decor and tasty sandwiches, burgers and dinner entrées, Rusty's is one of the cooler places to eat or drink on the westside. (6-26-03)
Sachiko Sushi

1101 N. Wilmot Road. East side

886-7000

Sushi and Japanese, Menu

Also at 3200 E. Valencia Road (741-1000). Sushi is prepared here with innovative skill. A bowl of udon arrives with attentive art and detail. Good Korean grill as well.
Saffron Indian Bistro

7607 N. Oracle Road., Oro Valley Northwest

742-9100

Indian

Subtle, delicate preparations in mod, minimalist surroundings. Portions are pricier than at other local Indian restaurants, but large. If you want to taste the heat, you need to ask for it. (9-18-08)

5 articles
Sakura

6534 E. Tanque Verde Road. East side

298-7777

Sushi and Japanese, Bar

This venue is devoted to the open flame and teppan. For some of the best sushi in town and an entertaining evening at the teppan table, Sakura is a solid win. (3-14-02)
Sawmill Run

12976 N. Sabino Canyon Parkway., Mount Lemmon Northeast

576-9147

Americana

Sawmill Run is a welcome addition to Summerhaven’s limited culinary scene. There’s a wide array of smoked and barbecued meats. The food is tasty, and the service is friendly. Oh, and the pie? Divine. (7-19-12)

1 article
Shish Kebab House of Tucson

5855 E. Broadway Blvd., No. 118. East side

745-5308

Middle Eastern, Menu

Try the motabal, a sinuous purée of eggplant grilled over an open flame, completely unlike any baba ganoush we've ever had. Together with a deftly light and lemony version of hummos and the cracked-wheat dish tabouli, it makes a refreshing meal. The kafta is ground beef with a hint of ginger. Meals at Shish Kebab House are all available to go—and with seating for no more than 60, that seems like a good plan.