Melinda & Steven's Guide to Tucson

Melinda
Melinda & Steven's Guide to Tucson

Food scene

We eat at this Tucson treasure at least once a month. Their mole enchiladas are excellent. Look on the roof, they dry their own carne seca onsite. Claim to fame: inventors of the chimichanga.
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El Charro Café
311 N Court Ave
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We eat at this Tucson treasure at least once a month. Their mole enchiladas are excellent. Look on the roof, they dry their own carne seca onsite. Claim to fame: inventors of the chimichanga.
Cafe A La Carte is a nice walk from the casita located in the historic 1865 Steven’s house. This quaint cafe offers a delightful breakfast and lunch menu and desserts to die for. Wonderful garden patio too!
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Café à La C'Art
150 N Main Ave
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Cafe A La Carte is a nice walk from the casita located in the historic 1865 Steven’s house. This quaint cafe offers a delightful breakfast and lunch menu and desserts to die for. Wonderful garden patio too!
Best local vegan and vegetarian Latin inspired dishes. Al Pastor tacos are my favorite!
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Tumerico
2526 E 6th St
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Best local vegan and vegetarian Latin inspired dishes. Al Pastor tacos are my favorite!
Family run since the 1930's!. Best Sonoran style cuisine in Tucson!
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El Minuto Cafe
354 S Main Ave
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Family run since the 1930's!. Best Sonoran style cuisine in Tucson!
Classic Italian in downtown Tucson! We love dining on the patio.
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Caruso's
434 N 4th Ave
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Classic Italian in downtown Tucson! We love dining on the patio.
Our favorite pizza place in all of Tucson. The wood fired sourdough crust is to die for! The Verde pizza is my favorite.
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ANELLO
222 E 6th St
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Our favorite pizza place in all of Tucson. The wood fired sourdough crust is to die for! The Verde pizza is my favorite.
A downtown gem. This local favorite is arguably the best place in town for Mexican breakfast and lunch.
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The Little One
151 North Stone Avenue
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A downtown gem. This local favorite is arguably the best place in town for Mexican breakfast and lunch.
Best tortillas in Tucson. This is Mexican comfort food. They make great no nonsense tacos and burros. The Birria burro is killer.
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Anita Street Market
849 N Anita Ave
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Best tortillas in Tucson. This is Mexican comfort food. They make great no nonsense tacos and burros. The Birria burro is killer.
We love Maynard's seasonal menu and the patio is lovely when the weather is nice. Located in Tucson's historic train depot and a nice walk from the casita.
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Maynards Market & Kitchen
400 N Toole Ave
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We love Maynard's seasonal menu and the patio is lovely when the weather is nice. Located in Tucson's historic train depot and a nice walk from the casita.
Walk from the casita and enjoy the beautiful outdoor courtyard for dining al fresco!
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LaCo Tucson | Outdoor Downtown Tucson Restaurant
76 N Court Ave
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Walk from the casita and enjoy the beautiful outdoor courtyard for dining al fresco!
The Coronet at Cushing Street. Old Tucson charm! 160 year old adobe in Historic Barrio Viejo. Wonderful old world dining experience.
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The Coronet
198 W Cushing St
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The Coronet at Cushing Street. Old Tucson charm! 160 year old adobe in Historic Barrio Viejo. Wonderful old world dining experience.
The best ceviche in Tucson!
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Mariscos Chihuahua Mexican Seafood Restaurant Tucson Best Mexican Tucson Authentic Ceviche
1009 N Grande Ave
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The best ceviche in Tucson!
A nice spot for a little nosh and a yummy cocktail.
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Flora's Market Run
2513 E 6th St
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A nice spot for a little nosh and a yummy cocktail.
Love to walk to The Cup Cafe. Nestled in the Historic Hotel Congress!
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Cup Cafe
311 E Congress St
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Love to walk to The Cup Cafe. Nestled in the Historic Hotel Congress!
A Tucson midtown favorite contemporary Southwestern bistro!
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Tito and Pep
4122 E Speedway Blvd
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A Tucson midtown favorite contemporary Southwestern bistro!
Great Latin inspire meat, vegan and vegetarian dishes. I love the spicy adobo pastor tacos with jackfruit or beef!
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La Chaiteria
1002 W Congress St
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Great Latin inspire meat, vegan and vegetarian dishes. I love the spicy adobo pastor tacos with jackfruit or beef!
Located in the same historic property as The Coronet and Meyer Avenue Cafe. Charming old world pub. Order the Nightjar, one of our favorites!
Nightjar
347 South Meyer Avenue
Located in the same historic property as The Coronet and Meyer Avenue Cafe. Charming old world pub. Order the Nightjar, one of our favorites!
Ceres Pasta has really yummy handcrafted homemade pasta, pastries and espresso! Don’t forget to order the gelato for dessert it’s one of our favorites. Walking distance from the casita too!
CERES Pasta
Ceres Pasta has really yummy handcrafted homemade pasta, pastries and espresso! Don’t forget to order the gelato for dessert it’s one of our favorites. Walking distance from the casita too!

Shopping

We love this boutique! Tucson’s original vintage clothing store. Start here if you are looking for some fun vintage clothes,jewelry and accessories for men and women. Great prices too!
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How Sweet It Was Vintage
424 E 6th St
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We love this boutique! Tucson’s original vintage clothing store. Start here if you are looking for some fun vintage clothes,jewelry and accessories for men and women. Great prices too!
Our favorite shop for vintage and new Mexican folk art. The ceramic Mexican tree of lives are just stunning!
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Arte de la Vida
37 N Tucson Blvd
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Our favorite shop for vintage and new Mexican folk art. The ceramic Mexican tree of lives are just stunning!
Tucson's outdoor marketplace an addition to the Mercado San Austin is a unique shopping and dining experience. All locally owned in modified shipping containers.
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MSA Annex
267 South Avenida del Convento
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Tucson's outdoor marketplace an addition to the Mercado San Austin is a unique shopping and dining experience. All locally owned in modified shipping containers.
An outdoor luxury shopping center in North Tucson.
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Музей польской почты
2905 E Skyline Dr
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An outdoor luxury shopping center in North Tucson.
Located in the El Presidio Historic District you'll find fine art and crafts from local and regional artist. A nice short walk from the casita. Some shops have limited hours or are temporally closed so please call ahead.
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Old Town Artisans
201 N Court Ave
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Located in the El Presidio Historic District you'll find fine art and crafts from local and regional artist. A nice short walk from the casita. Some shops have limited hours or are temporally closed so please call ahead.
Fantastic shop specializing in 20th century Modern design from furniture, art, jewelry and much more. I just love this shop!
Sunshine Shop
2934 E Broadway Blvd
Fantastic shop specializing in 20th century Modern design from furniture, art, jewelry and much more. I just love this shop!
Wonderful curated vintage shop!
Vitnage
44 E 16th St
Wonderful curated vintage shop!
Love this boutique! Hand crafted Jewelry, leather goods and home accents by independent designers.
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Mast
100 South Avenida del Convento
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Love this boutique! Hand crafted Jewelry, leather goods and home accents by independent designers.
One of our favorite places to shop for eclectic home decor, gifts and wonderful Mexican imports and so much more!
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Lost Barrio
200 S Park Ave
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One of our favorite places to shop for eclectic home decor, gifts and wonderful Mexican imports and so much more!
Wonderful locally owned shop to look for used and new vinyl!
Wooden Tooth Records
426 E 7th St
Wonderful locally owned shop to look for used and new vinyl!

Sightseeing

For a cultural experience stroll on over to the Tucson Museum of Art. The Latin American folk art is my favorite!
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Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block
140 N Main Ave
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For a cultural experience stroll on over to the Tucson Museum of Art. The Latin American folk art is my favorite!
Check their website for latest art exhibitions.
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Museum of Contemporary Art
265 S Church Ave
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Check their website for latest art exhibitions.
A must see for first time visitors to Tucson. Immerse yourself in the unique flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert. You can't go wrong with the East side or the West side!
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Национальный парк Сагуаро
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A must see for first time visitors to Tucson. Immerse yourself in the unique flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert. You can't go wrong with the East side or the West side!
This Arizona treasure is a must-see for all. In the beautiful Catalina foothills!
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DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun Museum
6300 N Swan Rd
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This Arizona treasure is a must-see for all. In the beautiful Catalina foothills!
Enjoy a beautiful scenic drive through Gates pass!
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Gates Pass Trail
6400 W Gates Pass Rd
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Enjoy a beautiful scenic drive through Gates pass!
Beautiful museum to learn about the Sonoran Desert and it’s wild life.
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Музей пустыни Аризона-Сонора
2021 N Kinney Rd
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Beautiful museum to learn about the Sonoran Desert and it’s wild life.
Urban oasis in the heart of Tucson!
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Тусонские ботанические сады
2150 N Alvernon Way
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Urban oasis in the heart of Tucson!
An outstanding example of Spanish Colonial architecture also known as “The White Dove of the Desert”
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Миссия Сан-Ксавьер-дель-Бак
1950 W San Xavier Rd
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An outstanding example of Spanish Colonial architecture also known as “The White Dove of the Desert”
Wonderful Southwest gallery featuring 19th and 20th century photography and contemporary fine art photography.
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Галерея Etherton
340 S Convent Ave
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Wonderful Southwest gallery featuring 19th and 20th century photography and contemporary fine art photography.
One of the worlds greatest botanical gardens!
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Тохоно Чул
7366 N Paseo Del Norte
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One of the worlds greatest botanical gardens!
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Center for Creative Photography
1030 N Olive Rd
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Site of Tucson’s original presidio. A great place to learn the history of Tucson.
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Музей Tulsa Children's Museum Discovery Lab
196 N Court Ave
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Site of Tucson’s original presidio. A great place to learn the history of Tucson.

Markets

Our favorite Italian Deli and market. We love the homemade take and bake lasagna. Grab a baguette and tiramisu and you are ready for a lovely night in.
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Roma Imports
627 S Vine Ave
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Our favorite Italian Deli and market. We love the homemade take and bake lasagna. Grab a baguette and tiramisu and you are ready for a lovely night in.
Great deli and market and within walking distance from the casita.
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Johnny Gibson's Downtown Market
11 S 6th Ave
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Great deli and market and within walking distance from the casita.
Wonderful market with fresh bread, yummy pizza, coffee and sandwiches. Close to the U of A.
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Time Market
444 E University Blvd
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Wonderful market with fresh bread, yummy pizza, coffee and sandwiches. Close to the U of A.
Community owned grocery store and kitchen. Voted best organic market in Tucson. Located in the Historic Fourth Ave district. A little over a half mile from the casita.
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Food Conspiracy Co-op
412 N 4th Ave
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Community owned grocery store and kitchen. Voted best organic market in Tucson. Located in the Historic Fourth Ave district. A little over a half mile from the casita.

Services

For wash and fold drop your laundry at Sparkle Cleaners.
Sparkle Cleaners - Drachman
16 W Drachman St
For wash and fold drop your laundry at Sparkle Cleaners.

coffee shop

Wonderful little spot in Barrio Hollywood. The horchata cold brew is my favorite and the breakfast burritos are really good. Expect to stand in line on the weekend but its worth the wait.
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Barista Del Barrio
1002 N Grande Ave
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Wonderful little spot in Barrio Hollywood. The horchata cold brew is my favorite and the breakfast burritos are really good. Expect to stand in line on the weekend but its worth the wait.
Great local coffee shop! We love the atmosphere and the Mesquite cold brew is so delicious! little less than half a mile from the casita.
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Exo Roast Co
403 N 6th Ave
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Great local coffee shop! We love the atmosphere and the Mesquite cold brew is so delicious! little less than half a mile from the casita.
Tucson's original locally owned coffee-drive-thru. A must stop for me on my way to work!
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Coffee Times Drive-Thru Espresso
3401 E Speedway Blvd
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Tucson's original locally owned coffee-drive-thru. A must stop for me on my way to work!

Hiking

3.1 mile paved heavily trafficked out and back trail. Beautiful city views is your reward for making it to the top!
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Tumamoc Hill Hiking Trail
Tumamoc Hill Road
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3.1 mile paved heavily trafficked out and back trail. Beautiful city views is your reward for making it to the top!
Madera Canyon is 25 miles South of Tucson and great spot for a day hike and a picnic. Best area for birding too!
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Madera Canyon
South Madera Canyon Road
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Madera Canyon is 25 miles South of Tucson and great spot for a day hike and a picnic. Best area for birding too!
Our go to hiking spot. Great place to get out in nature. Nice place for a shorter or longer hike. Pick your trail!
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Richard E. Genser Starr Pass Trailhead
1300 South Clearwell Rd
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Our go to hiking spot. Great place to get out in nature. Nice place for a shorter or longer hike. Pick your trail!