The Most Delicious American in Tucson

Crackers & Co. Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (770) • $$

"We stopped into Crackers & Co for brunch. We felt fortunate to sit down right away since the parking lot and restaurant were both pretty full. The service was friendly and efficient. I had the 2-2-2 breakfast that came with eggs, bacon, and pancakes. Their menu is fun and creative. I saw a few things I would like to come back and try."

Barrio Brewing

★★★★☆ 4.1 (777) • $$

"This spot perfectly blends great food, local beer, and a laid back atmosphere. Their in-house beer selection is top-notch, offering something for every craft beer lover. The tequila cilantro wings are a standout with bold flavors, while the beer-battered fries (with a side of ranch) are simply addictive. The space is versatile, providing great options for group gatherings whether you're hosting a casual hangout or a larger celebration. The location is industrial, so don't be alarmed when directions bring you towards the train tracks. And the parking can fill up quick, but there is plenty of space to park alongside the dirt path. Overall, great place to enjoy food and drinks with good company."

Old Ellsworth Brewing Company

★★★★☆ 3.9 (815) • $$

"On Superbowl Sunday this establishment was closed. Not sure if it is still open. The food looked decent and I was looking forward to the multiple TVs."

Saguaro Corners Restaurant & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (720) • $$

"I tried to check in after I got home but Yelp wouldn't let me. We went here after a hike at Saguaro national park and had a delicious lunch with friends. The food was delicious and the beer selection was very nice. The restaurant itself was very nice and clean. Bathrooms are single use multi gender style but also very clean. The inside of the restaurant although nice was very echo type and seemed loud. Our waitress was amazing and kept our drinks rolling and updated us on the food as it was getting prepared! Great customer service!"

Big Nose Kate's Saloon

★★★★☆ 3.8 (720) • $$

"On a visit to Tombstone, my boyfriend and I stopped by Big Nose Kate's Saloon our first night in town. It was one of the places that popped up most frequently during our research for Tombstone. When we walked in, it was a large saloon with lots of photos, signs to read, and lights all around. It was really cool! We asked for a table and were seated right away.We each ordered some food and got some whiskey that was supposedly the go-to of Doc Holiday. The ambiance of the saloon alone was a lot of fun to experience while we sipped on our drinks and waited for the food. After a few minutes, everything came out. The menu is akin to a classic American diner. It was yummy and did the job after a long drive!We actually enjoyed our first time enough that we returned the next day for lunch. One of the guys at the saloon actually recognized us from the day before and greeted us very warmly. This time my boyfriend and I got to sit on the stage area which was nice to overlook the rest of the saloon. We had some food and drinks which hit the spot as before! Near the end, we asked if someone could take some photos of us by the piano. We ended up having a whole photo shoot with costumes and props! It was a lot of fun. Overall, I had a really good time at Big Kate's. The food wasn't life changing per se by the drinks, ambiance, and kind people made it an invaluable experience. Would definitely come back!"

Sunny Daze Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (546) • $$

"The food and service were great. The servers were friendly and courteous. Cute theme throughout the restaurant"

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (570) • $$

"Food was amazing, service was attentive, and the ambiance was great. We were outside in January, so it wasn't too warm out. We were visiting from out of state, and I can confidently say that my partner and I will be coming back next time we're in Tucson."

Truland Burgers & Greens

★★★★☆ 4.1 (588) • $$

"I saddled up to their bar for a quick burger & a beer midday & was quickly helped by a pleasant server from behind the bar who also appeared to be waiting tables. Ordered the burger of the month which was a Poblano burger, food arrived quickly & I really enjoyed the crunchy/crispy edges of the 2 smash burger style patties. I prefer a more well done burger & this one was perfect. Bun & toppings were fresh, it wasn't a towering huge burger & didn't fall apart thanks to the large toothpick holding it together. Inside the restaurant was quiet & clean, about half full. I'd recommend this to any burger lovers & Will be back to try more from the menu. It was $14.99 for just the burger which is a little pricey, but it was an outstanding burger."

Poco & Moms

★★★★☆ 3.9 (636) • $$

"We love us some Poco and Moms! Been here multiple times and it's all good. Drinks, food, apps, vibe... everything! We love the patio when the weather allows, which is often. Never had a bad experience with service either. We'll keep going as long as they keep doing what they're doing!"

Little Anthony's Diner

★★★★☆ 3.9 (561) • $$

"Thank you all the great staff at Little Anthony's for all the food and fun we have enjoyed over the years . So many great offerings on the big menu . The daily specials with a drink at 10.99 great value . I like the patty melt & Frys/onion rings combo they call Fringes.The servers and staff are awesome ! Thank you for your patience with my grandson , I/we so grateful . We often come for birthdays where they all sing and give you a Sunday .The traditional soda fountain has all the sundries and more. The whole fifties theme with car shows , Elvis / Marilyn shows , and Popular gaslight theatre next door . A local treasure ."

Trident Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (476) • $$

"09JAN2025: The burger and wings were simply outstanding. Came in with an Instagift card, manager came from the kitchen and processed it no problemo! Overall, 5 star service, food and experience. Thanks Trident on Speedway Team!"

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.5 (649) • $$

"Chain restaurants are good for a decent meal, decent prices, and consistency. I've frequented Cheddars in Tucson a few times and every visit has been good. Service was always pretty decent. The location can be busy and the parking lot packed, but the waitlist usually goes by quickly. The restaurant can get a little loud inside, but that's to be expected for the size. The croissants are yummy, served warm and dripping with a honey butter sauce. You will lick your fingers. For appetizers, I've tried the cheese curds which are crispy, hot, and cheesy. They can occasionally be a little greasy if not drained all the way before plating. My last visit I tried the trio sampler for my meal and was surprised at the size. The spinach dip was massive with a ton of tortilla chips. The chicken tenders as expected and the queso warm with a little kick.I've enjoyed the chicken pot pie for a meal which was creamy, warm and had a great flaky crust. The country fried steak is a decent selection, maybe not quite as good if you grew up in the south, but it's a solid plate. A friend loves their monte cristo and will go to Cheddars just to enjoy that sandwich. I also enjoy the option of getting a vegetable plate. Sometimes I feel picky, don't know what I want, and that typically accompanies an aversion for meat. The veggie plate lets me get a salad or soup, a baked potato, and some side dishes. I'm a fan of the broccoli cheese casserole and baby carrots. It's kind of like a mini-buffet for myself. It's a nicer chain restaurant, good for a quick date or family meal when you don't want to break the bank and want solid food in a nice atmosphere."

Brother John's Beer Bourbon & BBQ

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (745) • $$

"I've eaten here a few times. The food is consistently prepared and consistently good. The wait staff is attentive and knowledgeable about their menu. It can be a little noisy, but after all, it's booze and BBQ, so it's not where you'd go for a quiet, intimate meal. I do not eat mac & cheese, but everyone with whom I've dined with who has had it raves about it. Note that the seats are not the most comfortable, so unless you are well distracted by the company you keep, you might find yourself squirming a bit to stay comfortable."

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

★★★★☆ 4.3 (351) • $$

"We love this place. Sophia K is our favorite server, she always takes great care of us and is very friendly and helpful. This is our favorite place for breakfast, I just wish they would bring back the pasta breakfast dishes."

Grumpy's Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (377) • $$

"Just an average Mom/Pop Cafe.Seems like a neighborhood joint.Decent enough breakfast."

Hideout Steakhouse & BBQ

★★★★☆ 4.2 (352) • $$

"We came here on a Saturday night at this place was hoping! You can smell the delicious BBQ from the parking lot and know you're in for something good! We previously had called to get reservations, but since we only had a party of 4, reservations were not an option. (They require a party size of 6 or more for a reservation.) They quoted us a 45 minute wait, but after about 20 minutes we got the text that our table was ready! We got seated in Dorian's section and he had the best recommendations creating a fantastic experience! We had the burnt ends and the baseball steak served with the hot stone! It was all so good! We will definitely be back the next time we are visiting parents in the Casa Grande area! Hope we end up in Dorian's section again, too! Cheers!"

San Tan Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (357) • $$

"Great food great service and wide variety. Never a long wait. Quaint atmosphere. A little out of the beaten path."

Texas Roadhouse

★★★★☆ 3.6 (460) • $$

"Very good falling off the bone ribs. Just what I have been wanting. Half an order was plentiful. Sweet potato and veggies the best. Happy service. Lots of good food!Yum"

The Longhorn Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (502) • $$

"Affordable, great food and the staff were so friendly. I was glad to find this gem. Definitely worth it!"

HiFalutin Rapid Western Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (375) • $$$

"Let me get to the principal point! Recommend: Boy oh BOY do I!!Visited this restaurant twice in as little as a month, and traveled almost 45 minutes to get here. This restaurant is pricey, but I will note, you absolutely get EVERY dollar's worth as the food in ravishingly delectable, full plates no matter what you order and cooked to absolute perfection. Their customer service is beyond reproach, the owner is always walking about and the decorations throughout including the restrooms are impeccably unique to the southwest theme and charming particular points of interest like the saddle in the middle of the room. This restaurant exemplifies professionalism, remarkable taste and welcoming ambiance to an amazing degree. This has become, one of my TOP THREE restaurants in the Tucson area. You will not be disappointed!"

The Grill at Hacienda del Sol

★★★★☆ 3.6 (436) • $$$

"We went to dinner last n 2/17 for our anniversary. The view was incredible, the service was super attentive. We really enjoyed the pianist. As for the food, the prosciutto wrapped scallops were so flavorful and tender! Hubby loved the lamb shank and I was blown away by their beef Wellington. Just a fantastic experience overall."

Flaming Kabob

★★★★☆ 4.1 (322) • $$

"Absolutely delicious! Great food, quality and quantity. This family owned business goes back to 2005, the place is clean and looks newly renovated. The owner is at the restaurant to ensure quality and the best customer service. He is so friendly and enjoys a good conversation. We ordered the meal for 2 to go. It comes with all of the traditional favorites. I added gyro meat because I personally like it the best. If you are looking for some authentic Greek food, try this local gem."

Mugsy Dogs

★★★★☆ 4.1 (321) • $$

"We love this Mugsys! They are always really nice, there are always people there but never a long wait! It's not a huge place but that's never been a problem. We have always found a table. Their french fries are always sooo good!!! We love all their hot dogs and hamburgers. There are a lot of choices and we've loved everything honestly. Musgy Dogs really does hot dogs the best."

Trident Grill II

★★★★☆ 3.8 (330) • $$

"Showed up at 11. Seated right away and brought drinks. We took a little time to check out the menu, then ordered. The waitress was kind.The food took a Very Long time to get to us. Some mix-up between the order a the kitchen. We were here an hour before we got our orders. (Only bad thing)When it came, Mom really liked her sliders and the pickles. I enjoyed the salad with chicken. It was actually too much for me to finish! Dad loved the Gumbo and ended up taking the chicken sandwich with him. He said it tasted Very good. Because of the terrible delay, the Manager comped our meals. (Very Kind)The prices were a bit much for us, but for the Gumbo we would be back."

Bread & Butter Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (270) • $$

"A truly neighborhood place. Great for breakfast. They also serve lunch but I've never been. I love the French toast with some fresh fruit. Yummy!The waitresses are extremely busy but very nice. The ambience is simple. It's not a large dining room so it's designed to hold as many guests as possible, but it has a great energy!I wouldn't suggest to drive from across town, but if you're relatively close, give it a try. Doubt you'll be disappointed! Might even see you there!"

Gold Canyon Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (262) • $$

"Ever since Red Sage Restaurant went out of business near the economy crash in 2008, I've been at a loss for amazing biscuits and gravy. Many places have great gravy, but don't make their biscuits or great homemade biscuits with okay gravy. I stopped by this location a few times, and chatted with a waitress I recognized that used to work at Red Sage. She said that the biscuits and gravy was the same recipe, and I cautiously ordered hoping it truly was as I've spent years on the quest for good biscuits and gravy!I am happy to report... this is the same recipe and my all time favorite biscuits and gravy! If you aren't in the Gold Canyon area, make the drive out to try these biscuits and gravy & enjoy the beautiful views of the Superstition Mountains. Writing this review has now motivated me to make a trip myself to have! Yum!"

Morning Glory Brunchery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (244) • $$

"Morning Glory Brunchery is a decent little local breakfast place in a strip mall. They've got all the breakfast basics with decent prices with a no-frills atmosphere. It fits perfectly into the area. We came here on a visit to relatives and it hit the right spot. In addition to standard choices like bacon and eggs or omelets, they have a variety of "skillet" options which include various ingredients and eggs on top. I usually like to order a vegetarian option with some kind of meat added, usually ham, because the veggie choices typically have better ingredients like zucchini and mushrooms. Which is what I did here and the result was pretty good. They also had children's menu options which fit the bill for our little ones. There were enough servers to make sure things were not neglected and the coffee was flowing, which was nice. It's clear that they are prepared to be very busy. Even though several tables ordered ahead of us, the food still came out in a reasonable time. Overall you will have a decent breakfast here. Four stars."

The Hungry Fox Restaurant & Country Store

★★★★☆ 3.9 (282) • $$

"The Hungry Fox has been here since 1964 and this is my FIRST time trying it! And I now have a new breakfast spot, thank you very much.My daughter kept telling me I had to try it so on Saturday my guy and I were heading to Waffle House when I suggested we switch it up and try The Hungry Fox. We arrived around 10am and waited about 20 minutes for a table. They've got a cute little gift shop that one can peruse while waiting.Once seated, we were immediately given water and coffee by a very friendly server. We placed our breakfast orders and it took about 20 minutes to get our food....they were busy! My husband had the Country Benedict and OMG, that thing was HUGE. He loved it and really liked the gravy. I went with a basic 2 egg breakfast served over easy with hash browns, sausage patties and homemade white bread toast. Although basic, it was perfection. Eggs cooked exactly right, hash browns with a nice crisp to them, sausage that had FLAVOR and that homemade white bread toast is soft and fluffy and delicious. We loved every single item we ordered. Half of my husbands meal and half of my hash browns went home with us because it was just too much food. We thanked our server and told her it was our first time at The Hungry Fox and she asked us to wait a minute. She came back with a complimentary gigantic cinnamon roll boxed to go - incredible customer service!Can't wait to go back and try some different menu items."

Doughbird

★★★★☆ 4.1 (253) • $$

"I said I would go back to Doughbird and did so with a friend that had never been to this place.We were greeted by Austin (Mixologist) and seated, with our menus. Friend wanted to try a cocktail but hadn't decided which one so Austin brought our water and then came back after a few minutes. We ordered our food and the cocktail. Austin was really nice and patient with us. Friend said the drink was good. The food came fairly quickly. The Parmesan Truffle french fries were delicious; hot, crispy, and flavorful. The truffle sauce was really good. I ordered the Tuna Sashimi salad; friend had the Caesar salad with crispy chicken. My salad had a touch too much dressing but was still very good.This place is consistent with its high quality of food. Having Austin take care of us was an extra bonus. Our lunch was a bit pricey, but with the cocktail it did drive the price up. Love this place!"

All American Sports Grill- Fountain Hills

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (361) • $$

"This place is always a solid choice. I had the Tuscan chicken which was really, really good Also had the shishito peppers for an appetizer which were absolutely delish."

Fork & Fire

★★★★☆ 4.1 (246) • $$

"Finally checked out Fork and Fire and why have we not come here sooner?! Tried to award winning spicy margarita along with the app sampler! I had the pulled pork and David had the brisket- pro tip: add the coleslaw on your sandwich. We were stuffed so took the desserts to go- but a quick sample at home confirmed they are as good as they look!Staff were all super friendly and attentive. Overall a great place for lunch or dinner!"

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (369) • $$

"Cracker Barrel holds a special place in my heart, evoking memories of my grandparents. During a recent out-of-state visit with family, I eagerly anticipated dining at one. Despite the bustling crowd, we were promptly seated. Our waitress, whose name I regret not knowing, provided exceptional service. Our table, situated by the waitress station, was occupied from 9:30 to 10:30 am on April 28th, 2024. She wore glasses and deserves recognition for her excellent service. The food delighted everyone; the pancakes were particularly exceptional, a perfect balance of fluffiness and crispiness. I eagerly anticipate my next visit.4/28/24"

Lucky Lou's American Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (215)

"Found Lucky Lou's American Grill on Yelp and wanted to give this place a try. And I give it 5 stars and here's why:Wait Time: I came in on a busy Thursday night and I really only had to wait 15 minutes. I am not sure if that can apply to everyday but the speed and efficiency of the staff and the people coming and going was quicker than any other wait time from all the other places I've been to Staff: The staff are really chill and friendly people. They all seem to enjoy their jobs and it really shows as they are checking up on us and making sure it's good. It really gives a great vibe.Atmosphere: The atmosphere is pretty great. It's got a nice comfortable feel where you can hangout with friends or loved ones. Combine that with a good staff and pretty good food, there's not much else you can ask for.Food: I ordered the cheeseburger medium rare and with onion rings with a side of barbecue wings. The cheeseburger was really good, I felt like the onion rings were much better here compared to the other places I've been too, and I have no complaints toward the wings.Sanitation: Usually what prevents the places I review from attaining 5 stars is that there's always something gross, sticky, or something is off that makes the place feel gross. I'm glad to say I did not find anything dirty coming here and sitting down. So they got a good wait time, good staff, a great atmosphere, delicious food, and it's all clean. I had no issues with my experience coming here and it's places that don't give you problems that deserve 5 stars. Would definitely recommend"

Red Mountain Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (218) • $$

"Good ol' country eats at a bargain price. Family owned and operated and proud of it because the server told me her parent's story and it was very genuine. We've brought the kids here for breakfast several times, in-laws for brunch, and it truly is a gem. Good solid menu options, deliciously made and the servers are so courteous and attentive who would never let your coffee cup get low. The specials everyday is proof how good the food is. They also have a full dinner menu! I'd recommend it!"

Biscuits Country Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (232) • $$

"Thank you for the great service, amazing food I just wanna thank the chefs again for making it with love . See you soon"