Downtown Tucsonan

AUGUST 2003

Eating Downtown


A complete listing of Downtown, 4th Avenue, and University area restaurants and cafés.

Downtown

Alejandro’s 31 N. Scott Ave., 623-3277. 8:00am-2:30pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Fajitas, enchiladas, carne asada tacos, chicken burritos, ground beef tacos. Please see advertisement in this issue.

Arizona Bagel and Deli 177 N. Church Ave., 623-3300. 7:00am–2:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Soups, wraps, bagels, muffins, scones, coffee.

Baggins SW Corner of Church/Pennington, 792-1344. 10:00am–3:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Gourmet sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts.

Barrio Food and Drink 135 S. 6th Ave., 629-0191. 11:00am–10:00pm Tuesday–Thursday, 11:00am –12:00am Friday, 5:00pm–12:00am Saturday, 5:00pm–9:00pm Sunday, closed Monday. Upscale American Cuisine: beef, fish and soup specials nightly. Please see advertisement in this issue.

Bruegger’s Bagels 1 W. Congress St., 206-0002. 5:30am–3:00pm Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm Saturday, 7:00am –3:00pm Sunday. Bagels, bagel sandwiches, juices, sodas, coffee, soups, cookies.

Bus Stop Restaurant 47 N. 6th Ave./Ronstadt Transit Center, 623-9856. 7:00am –4:30pm Monday–Thursday, 7:30am–3:00pm Friday, closed weekends. Breakfast & lunch: burgers, pizza, sandwiches.

Café a la C’Art Tucson Museum of Art 140 N. Main Ave., 628-8533. 11:00am–3:00pm Monday–Friday. A variety of sandwiches & salads, beverages, house-made pastries, lb burgers.

Caffé Milano 47 W. Congress St., 628-1601. 8:00am–3:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Hot Italian sandwiches, salads, coffee drinks, muffins, danishes, yogurt, omelets.

Café Poca Cosa (“little”) 20 S. Scott Ave., 622-6400. 11:00am–9:00pm Monday–Saturday, closed Sunday. Non-traditional Mexican: menu changes twice daily; chicken, beef, vegetarian.

Café Poca Cosa 88 E. Broadway Blvd. at the Clarion Inn, 622-6400. Upscale Mexican.

Café Q 121 E. Broadway Blvd., 622-4210. 8:00am–10:00pm Monday–Friday, 8:00am–12:00am Friday & Saturday, 8:00am– 10:00pm Sunday. Soups, salads, sandwiches. Breakfast served all day! Coffee and house made pastries.

Chris’ Café La Placita Village 110 S. Church Ave., 882-9050. 7:00am–2:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Pizza, pasta, salads, subs, homemade desserts and candies.

Coffee X-Change 407 W. Congress St., 320-0302. Specialty coffees.

Coyote’s Deli, Evo A. DeConcini United States Courthouse level 1, 405 W. Congress St. 7:00am-3:00pm Monday-Friday. Cafeteria breakfast and lunch.

Cup Café at Hotel Congress 311 E. Congress St., 798-1618. 7:00am–10:00am Sunday–Thursday, 7:00am–12:00pm Friday & Saturday. American Cuisine: chicken, steak, sandwiches, burgers, nachos, appetizers, sodas.

Cushing Street Cafe & Bar 198 W. Cushing St. next to the TCC, 622-7984. 11:00am–11:00pm Tuesday–Thursday, 11:00am–12:00am Friday, 5:30pm–12:00am Saturday, closed Sunday & Monday. Southwest Bistro including salads, steaks, sandwiches, grilled seafood, & desserts.

Deb’s Coney Café, La Placita Village 110 S. Church Ave., 624-5027. 7:30am–2:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Gourmet hot dogs, chicken, salads, sandwiches.

Dizzy G’s, 75 E. Pennington St. 622-1000. 7:00am–4:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. American Diner: burgers, sandwiches, fries, shakes, malts.

Di Maggio’s Subterranean Café 2 E. Congress St./Bank One Plaza, 670-1909. 6:00am–2:00pm, Monday–Friday, closed weekends. American.

El Minuto Café 345 S. Main Ave., 882-4145. 11:00am–10:00pm Sunday–Thursday, 11:00am–11:00pm Friday & Saturday. Mexican, desserts, drinks.

El Charro Downtown 311 N. Court Ave., 622-1922. 11:00am–9:00pm Monday– Thursday, 11:00am–10:00pm Friday, 10:00am–9:00pm Saturday & Sunday. Traditional Mexican: carne seca, full-service bar, coffee shop, desserts.

Garcia’s 419 W. Congress St., 628-1956. 11:00am–10:00pm Monday–Friday, 11:00am–11:00pm Saturday, 9:00am–9:00pm Sunday. Mexican.

Grill 100 E. Congress St., 623-7621. Always open. American Diner: burgers, sandwiches, pastas, bagels, shakes, pie.

Himalayas 17 N. Stone Ave., 623-7866. 10:30am–5:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Chinese: rice and noodle combinations, egg rolls, crab puffs, drinks.

Iguana Café 210 E. Congress St., 882-5140. 10:00am–8:00pm Monday–Saturday, closed Sunday. Sandwiches, subs, coffee, bar.

Ike’s Coffee and Tea 100 N. Stone Ave. #111, 792-1800. 7:00am–6:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, desserts, pastries.

Irene’s Peruvian Cuisine 254 E. Congress St., 206-9385. 12:00pm–2:00pm Friday, 6:00pm–1:00am Monday–Saturday, closed Sunday. Peruvian food, ceviche, full bar.

Italian Kitchen 27 W. Congress St., 623-0744. 9:00am–7:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Pizza, sandwiches, pastas, salads, desserts, juices, beer.

Jim’s Place, Pima County Building level B, 130 W. Congress, 622-5479. 6:00am-2pm Monday-Friday. Weekday breakfast and lunch specials.

La Cocina Restaurant, Old Town Artisans201 N. Court Ave., 622-0351. 11:00am–2:00pm Sunday–Saturday, 4:00pm–9:00pm Friday happy hour with all you can eat Mexican buffet, chicken fajitas, layered enchiladas, chips and salsa, rice and beans.

Mongelli’s 47 N. Scott Ave. 798-3663. 7:00am–3:00pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Sandwiches, veggie burgers, soups, fries, salads, desserts, sodas.

Mykonos Restaurant 151 N. Stone Ave., 624-8188. 7:00am-2:00pm Monday-Friday. Greek, Italian, American breakfast and lunch.

Not Just Java 33 N. Stone Ave. @ Pennington St., 624-8852. 7:00am–4:30pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Coffee drinks, muffins, pastries, chips, peanuts, shakes, fruit drinks.

Oasis Vegetarian Eatery 375 S. Stone Ave., 884-1616. 11:30am–2:30pm, 5:00pm–9:00pm Monday–Saturday, closed Sunday. Vegetarian: home made veggie burgers, salads, sandwiches, soups, coffee/juice bar. Please see advertisement in this issue.

Pueblo Café/Travelers Grill, inside Greyhound Bus Station. 2 S. 4th Ave, 624-5105. 5:00am-8:00pm Monday-Sunday. Full grill, drinks, & snacks.

Rachel’s Downtown Market 100 N. Stone, 882-0808. 9:00am-5:15pm Monday-Friday. Fresh fruit, produce, sandwiches, snacks, and gift baskets.

Radisson Rosewood Room 181 W. Broadway Blvd., 624-8711. 6:00am–2:00pm, 5:00pm–10:00pm Monday–Sunday. Pastas, steaks, salads, sandwiches, full bar. Please see advertisement in this issue.

Samaniego Place 222 S. Church Ave., 623-0313. 11:00am–3:00pm Wednesday–Sunday, closed Monday & Tuesday. Chimichangas, salads, sandwiches, soups, desserts.

Scooters Cafe, La Placita Village 110 S. Church Ave., 620-1116. 7:00am–2:30pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Specialty beverages, gourmet coffee, sandwiches, soups, salads, pastries and desserts. Please see advertisement in this issue.

Simply Convenient, 25 N. Stone Ave., 979-1877.
8:00am-5:00. Deli serving sandwiches, subs, soups, salads.

Tamalez at La Placita Village 110 S. Church Ave., 798-3697. 8:00am–2:00pm Monday–Friday. Mexican.

Toma 311 N. Court Ave, 622-1922. 3:00pm-10:00pm Monday-Thursday, 3:00pm-1:00am Friday-Saturday.

Wildlife Café, Arizona Regional Office Complex, 400 W. Congress St, 622-8643. 6:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday. Weekday breakfast and lunch specials.

Fourth Avenue

Athens on 4th Ave. 500 N. 4th Ave., 624-6886. 5:00pm–10:00pm Monday–Saturday, closed Sunday. Greek: lamb, fish, salads, spinach dishes, pork chicken, calamari, soups, desserts, full bar.

B Line 621 N. 4th Ave., 882-7575. 7:30am–10:00pm Tuesday–Saturday, 7:30am– 8:00pm Sunday, closed Monday. Burritos, soup, salad, pasta, beer and wine.

Bison Witches Bar and Deli 326 N. 4th Ave., 740-1541. 11:00am–1:00am Monday–Sunday. Sandwiches, soups, full bar.

Brooklyn Pizza Co. 534 N. 4th Ave. 622-6868. 11:00am–11:00pm Monday–Saturday, 12:00pm–10:00pm Sunday. Pizza, Italian ice, Gelato, sodas, beer.

Caruso’s Restaurant 434 N. 4th Ave., 624-5765. 4:30pm–10:00pm Tuesday–Thursday, 4:30pm–11:00pm Friday, 4:00pm–11:00pm Saturday, 3:00pm–10:00pm Sunday. Italian.

Casbah Tea House 628 N. 4th Ave., 740-0393. 9:00am–2:00pm, 6:00pm–11:00pm Sunday & Tuesday–Thursday, 9:00am–2:00pm, 6:00pm–1:00am Friday & Saturday, closed Monday. Vegetarian and vegan salads, soups, sandwiches, stews, baked goods.

Chocolate Iguana 500 N. 4th Ave., 798-1211. 7:00am–8:00pm Monday–Thursday, 7:00am–10:00pm Friday, 8:00am–10:00pm Saturday, 9:00am–6:00pm Sunday. Sandwiches, salads, coffee drinks, deserts.

Common Grounds Espresso, 327 E. 7th St., 770-9270.

Delectables Restaurant & Catering, 533 N. 4th Ave., 884-9289. 11:00am–9:00pm Monday–Thursday, 11:00am–11:00pm Friday & Saturday. Quiche, sandwiches, salads, pastas, chicken, beef, desserts, full bar. Please see advertisement in this issue.

Epic Café 745 N. 4th Ave., 624-6844. 6:00am–12:00am Monday–Sunday. Sandwiches, pasta/chicken salad, soups, omelets, bagels, scones, pies, pastries.

ITL Coffee Shop 415 N. 4th Ave., 624-4411. 9:00am–7:30pm Monday–Thursday, 9:00am–9:30pm Friday & Saturday, 10:00am–6:00pm Sunday. Coffee drinks, espresso, bagels, pastries.

La Indita 622 N. 4th Ave., 792-0523. 11:00am–9:00pm Monday–Friday, 6:00pm– 9:00pm Saturday, 9:00am–9:00pm Sunday. Mexican: enchiladas, carne asada, steak ranchero, chicken mole, tacos, desserts, beer and wine.

Lucky Chinese 431 N. 4th Ave., 628-1650. 11:00am–9:30pm Monday–Friday, 12:00am–9:30pm Saturday, closed Sundays. Sesame chicken, orange chicken, chow mein, sodas.

Magpie’s Gourmet Pizza 605 N. 4th Ave., 624-8775. 11:00am–10:00pm Monday–Thursday, 11:00am–11:00pm Friday & Saturday, 11:00am–10:00pm Sunday. Specialty pizzas, salads, calzones, pasta, breadsticks, desserts, beverages.

Martin’s 557 N. 4th Ave.

Maloney’s 213 N. 4th Ave., 388-9355. 10:00am–1:00am Monday–Sunday. Burgers, chicken filets, pizza, wings, cheese steaks, salads, full bar.

Maya Quetzal 429 N. 4th Ave., 622-8207. 11:30am–2:00 pm, 5:00pm–9:00pm Monday–Thursday, Friday & Saturday 11:30am–9:00pm Guatemalan.

O’Malley’s 247 N. 4th Ave, 623-8600. 11:00am–1:00am Monday–Sunday. Sandwiches, burgers, pizza, appetizers, desserts, full bar.

Cafe Jinx 344 N. 4th Ave.

Rainbow Planet Coffee House 606 N. 4th Ave., 620-1770. 8:00am–9:00pm Sunday – Thursday, 8:00am–11:00pm Friday & Saturday. Sandwiches, soups, croissants, coffee.

Rod’s KC BBQ 601 N. 4th Ave, 623-0182. 11:00am–4:00pm, 6:30pm–8:00pm Tuesday–Friday, 12:00am–8:00pm Saturday, closed Sunday & Monday.

World Wide Wraps 500 N. 4th Ave., 884-7076. Variety of wraps from around the world.

University

Bentley’s House of Coffee & Tea 1730 E. Speedway Blvd., 795-0338. 7:00am–11:00pm Monday–Friday, 7:00am–12:00am Saturday, 8:00am–11:00pm Sunday. Salads, soups, sandwiches, pasta, quiche, desserts.

Café Paraiso 800 E. University Blvd., 624-1707. 7:00am–5:00pm Monday–Sunday.

Chen’s Café 922 E. University Blvd., 882-7888. 11:00am–6:30pm Monday–Friday, closed weekends. Chinese.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, 905 E. University Blvd., 628-7967. 11:00am–10:00pm Monday–Sunday. Gourmet burritos and tacos.

East Coast Super Subs 1820 E. 6th St., 882-4005. 11:00am–5:00pm Monday–Sunday. Sandwiches.

Fat Tuesday 800 E. University Blvd., 798-3287.

Frog & Firkin 874 E. University Blvd., 623-7507. 11:00am–1:00am Monday–Sunday. Pizza and pub fare, full bar.

Gentle Ben’s Brewing Co. 865 E. University Blvd., 624-4177. 11:00am–10:00pm Monday–Saturday, closed Sunday. Burgers, sandwiches, quesadillas, desserts, full bar.

Greasy Tony’s 828 E. Speedway Blvd., 622-9089. 10:00am–1:00am Monday–Sunday. Cheese steaks, hoagies, pizza, beer.

Jersey Joe’s 1628 E. 6th St., 740-0461. 10:00am–9:00pm Monday–Friday, 3:00pm–9:00pm Saturday, 3:00pm–8:00pm Sunday. Italian: marinara, steaks, seafood, fish, pasta, desserts, beer & wine.

Johnny Rockets, 825 E. University Blvd., 622-2245. 11:00am–10:00pm Monday–Saturday, 11:00pm–9:00pm Sunday. Burgers, hot dogs, shakes, malts, floats.

Lucky Chinese Fast Food, 1027 N. Park Ave., 791-3887. 11:00am–9:30pm Monday–Friday, 12:00pm–9:30pm Saturday & Sunday. Teriyaki chicken, beef and broccoli, kung pao chicken, egg rolls, crab puffs, sodas. Please see advertisement in this issue.

No Anchovies 870 E. University Blvd., 623-3333. 11:00am–9:30pm Monday–Friday, 11:00am–10:30pm weekends. Pizza, sandwiches, pastas, salads, appetizers, full bar.

Pei Wei Asian Diner 845 E. University Blvd., 884-7413. 11:00am–9:00pm Monday–Sunday. Lo mein, Mongolian beef, spicy beef and broccoli, sodas.

Samurai Sam’s 994 E. University Blvd., 792-0404. 10:30am–3:00pm, Monday-Friday. Japanese.

Silver Mine Subs 760 N. Tyndall Ave., 620-6400. 10:00am–3:00pm Monday–Sunday. Subs, chili, broccoli & cheese soup, desserts.

Sinbad’s Restaurant 810 E. University Blvd, 623-4010. 11:00am–8:00pm Monday–Wednesday, 11:00am–9:00pm Thursday & Friday, 12:00pm–9:00pm Saturday, closed Sunday. Middle Eastern: falafel, Greek salads, babaganush, desserts.

Starbucks Coffee 802 E. University Blvd., 620-9344. 5:30am–10:00pm Monday–Saturday, 6:00am–10:00pm Sunday. Coffee drinks, pastries, muffins, bagels.

Time Market Deli & Gatsby’s Pizza 444 E. University Blvd., 622-0761. 7:30am–10:00pm Monday–Sunday. Deli, pizza, gourmet grocery store, beer and wine.

Two Pesos Mexican Café 811 N. Euclid Ave, 620-0306.

Zachary’s Pizza 1028 E. 6th St., 623-6323. 11:00am–10:30pm Monday–Thursday, 11:00am–11:30pm Friday & Saturday, 3:00pm–9:30pm Sunday. Deep dish pizza, thin crust pizza, salads, garlic toasts, beer & wine bar.

Other Nearby

The Garland Restaurant 199 E. Speedway, 792-4221. 8:00am–9:00am Monday–Thursday, 8:00am–10:00pm Friday & Saturday, 8:00am– 9:00pm Sunday. Vegetarian, salads, sandwiches, pasta.

If you don’t see your Restaurant or Café listed here, please contact us at 547-3338 or info@downtowntucson.org.



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