Mouthwatering Diners in Tucson

New Mexican Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (669) • $$

"AWESOME Everytime. This food is amazing. We are from NM and this is truly New Mexican food to a tee!"

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 ."

Welcome Diner

★★★★☆ 3.8 (484) • $$

"I used to come here when it was Chaffin's Diner and I was so pleased to not only see they honored the old layout but revamped it in a 50s inspired decor which made my heart sing! The powdered blue bar stools and benches were paired with chrome and blonde wood. I also loved that the menus' stay on the tables and it removes an air of pretentiousness this place could have. If for no other reason, you should come here for the decor alone. So many revamped places get gentrified and the charm and history bleached out to a horrifying blandness. Ugh. Anyway! Onto the food. I started with an Old Fashion which was $5 on happy hour. I always find this the best and quickest way to test a bartender's skills. I was not disappointed! It was actually one of the best I've had in Tucson. It was perfectly balanced and not too strong on the whiskey flavor or orange. My friend and I split the Cauliflower Poppers and Three Sisters Burrito. Both vegan! I was slightly annoyed that they came out at the same time, seeing how the poppers were an appetizer. I soon forgot my annoyance as I tasted the poppers first. Seriously, how is this vegan!? The batter was light, very crispy and the buffalo sauce a perfect blend of spices and vinegar. It was listed as vegan but I didn't know the ranch was too AND made in house. It was very good too. The Three Sisters Burrito was phenomenal. I was blown away again. It comes with tempura battered squash. It was again very flavorful, perfectly cook and it was a miracle I didn't eat the whole thing in one bite! Oh happy tears!! They truly understood vegan does not mean bland and I'm so thankful for that. They have other vegan options too! I cannot wait to come back. One last note, THANK YOU so much for labeling V for vegan AND VEG for vegetarian. It gets frustrating trying to find vegan food with its lumped in with with vegetarian offerings."

La Chingada Cocina Mexicana

★★★★☆ 3.9 (435) • $$

"Outstanding. Everything we ordered was super flavorful, with nice presentation. Combine that with attentive staff and quick but not rushed service, overall I would highly recommend."

Wild Berry Diner

★★★★☆ 3.8 (292) • $$

"Been wanting to try this place for some time. Running pre Xmas errands in the area, so stopped by for late breakfast.Wife ordered a senior special, eggs,sausage, and 1/2 a waffle. Waffle crispy, eggs perfect, and delicious fat sausages.I had the chicken fried steak. Came with eggs, hash browns, and a pancake. Eggs were a little overdone. CFS was good, hash browns needed help. Unevenly cooked, not crispy. Nothing terrible but I've had better.Prices are reasonable, service was fine. Place seemed clean and pleasant."

Nana Dee's Diner

★★★★☆ 4.2 (235) • $$

"After driving back from Wilcox early this morning, I checked on Yelp and found this diner serving breakfast.This place reminds me of the many Greek diners in NYC and I immediately felt at home.Valerie was an amazing waitress, brought everything I needed and was very sweet and kind to me.I had a veggie omelet with home fries and rye bread. The rye bread was really amazing and everything else was good as expected! I'll definitely come back again to this place as service was very good and welcoming and the food was pleasant. Thank you for a great Sunday morning breakfast here!"

Omar's Hi-Way Chef Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (254) • $$

"This place was EVERYTHING. Quite literally. Motel/Truck Stop/Gift Store/Diner/Arcade/Candy Castle/Probably More??? It left nothing to the imagination in the best way possible. Came for the diner, left with a great experience. The diner was absolutely amazing. 12/10 service from every single staff member. They were just fantastic! The food was amazing. I love that they are keeping this old vintage place alive and thriving. Will 1000% be back."

Joe's Pancake House

★★★★☆ 3.8 (171) • $

"Love it! Good menu, good "old school" wait staff, good food.I had the veggie omelette and added ham. It was pretty good, enjoyable. I had it with grits (included). Huge portion of grits and it was good. Also had a single pancake. I mean, if you're going to eat at Joe's *Pancake* House you better have a pancake, right? Yep, it was good.Joe's is another good breakfast (and lunch) diner here in Tucson. I recommend it.Side story: My everyday drive is a Corvette. I was wearing my Corvette cap. When I went to pay my bill, Brandon, who took my payment, nonchalantly said, "You know, we have a valet service that you could use next time and you won't have to worry about where to park." LOL Yes, he saw my car and saw my hat and put 2 + 2 together. So funny! Love that.I'll be returning. But I won't be taking advantage of their valet service. ;)5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money.4* = Outstanding. Tucson-top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business.3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it.2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money.1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs!"

KG's Westside Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (145) • $

"Good basic breakfast and lunch foods served here but if you want a touch of the chef's gourmet options, those are available on the whiteboard. This is another mom and pop place but that's what makes them soooo good! The service is excellent and fast but you don't feel like the staff wants to rush you out of the place. Easy casual dining."

Tag's Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (165) • $

"Spouse and I really enjoy Tag's, normally a breakfast stop for us and have never really been disappointed. It is open for breakfast and lunch, and they do both well. My mainstay is the American which comes with bacon, eggs, hashbrowns and toast and it is always consistent. Spouse is a little more adventuresome and experiments but again never had a bad experience. It's not nouvelle cuisine but you can count on it being good.Service is always good, and your coffee cup never runs dry.The building and interior have been around for a few years, but it is always kept clean and presentable. Parking is good and 3 sides of the building with easy access to the main street in Coolidge."

Ajo Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (78) • $

"Always friendly staff and great food! Had the chicken fried chicken! Just like my grandma makes!"

Jerry's Restaurants 42

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (84) • $$

"MUST STOP & EAT!!!Delicious food, great service, retro diner vibe, generous portions, and reasonably priced.We have been visiting Safford once a year or so since 2013 - JERRY'S is our must go every-time."

Moby's

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (87) • $

"Just to give you an update its was my daughter's Birthday today well now yesterday evening 7/30 i brought her to eat. Food was awesome.. we racked up 100 something dollars came back again close to midnight ate again the Supervisor Ginger blow our minds away when she came out with a slice of cake for my daughter on her birthday stuff like this don't happen.. Ginger thanks so much not sue how you knew ir was my daughter Birthday but that made her dayHappy 35th Birthday Velma love uDerek our waiter you was awesome and attentive to your needs.. that means a lot...Cant leave the cooks out we're back cause the food is awesome so thank you all for making sure our food is something you would eat..Again bombs to MOBYS!! For awesome food..Damn and my waitress from early that evening you did the damn thanks and make sure not just us but everyone you was taking care of... kudos!!!!"

Black Bear Diner

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (53) • $$

"Amanda was our server & she was very friendly, professional, and did a good job! We were waited on immediately, our beverages came right away. She took our order & they were both hot & delicious! Black Bear Diner has improved immensely in their service! We will be back!!"

Breakfast at Tina’s

★★★★☆ 3.7 (21)

"This is an easy going spot relatively close to downtown and Lost Dutchman state park. We enjoyed the hamburger steak and chicken fried steak, which each came with potato hash, eggs and toast. Both highly flavorful dishes and recommended. Sometimes they run out of the famous chicken fried so be sure to get there early. Awesome quick service and value all around!"