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Blanco: Tacos and Tequila
With a modern twist on traditional Mexican cuisine and updated versions of enchiladas and tacos, Blanco offers a gorgeous view of the Tucson skyline and of course an extensive tequila bar.

Ste 246
2905 E Skyline Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718
(520)232-1007

Cafe Poca Cosa
Café Poca Cosa is Mexican style cuisine prepared only with the freshest ingredients and served in a restaurant with bright and welcoming décor.

110 E. Pennington Street
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520)622-6400

Casa Molina
As a staple of Tucson culture, Casa Molina has been serving delicious Mexican food to the people of Tucson since 1947, allowing them to perfect the art of Mexican style cuisine with world famous recipes.

6225 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520)886-5468
Open Daily 11am-10pm

El Charro Cafe
Established as the Nation's Oldest Mexican Restaurant, El Charro Café offers authentic Sonoran style Mexican food with a historical flare.

311 N. Court Ave.
Tucson, Arizona 85701
(520) 622-1922
Mon-Sun 11am-9pm

El Parador
El Parador is unlike any other Mexican restaurant in Tucson due to its tropical atmosphere and Latino style cuisine, yet Tucsonans flock to this restaurant for fresh and flavorful ingredients and a one of a kind dining experience.

2744 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520)881-2744

La Fuente
Known for their fresh ingredients and long-established Mexican style cuisine, La Fuente has also enticed customers with Mariachi entertainment and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.

1749 N Oracle Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520)623-8659

La Parilla Suiza
Stepping slightly outside of the Tucson norm, La Parilla Suiza serves Mexico City Cuisine which offers flavors inspired by an entirely different region of Mexico.

5602 E. Speedway
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520)747-4838

2720 N. Oracle
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520)624-4300

4250 W. Ina Road
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520)572-7200

Mi Nidito
With a family friendly environment and tasty traditional Sonoran style Mexican food, Mi Nidito (meaning “My Little Nest”) has won numerous awards, including One of the Best Mexican Restaurants by Hispanic Magazine.

1813 S 4th Ave
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520)622-5081

Papagayo Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
Offering delicious recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation, Papagayo Mexican Restaurant and Cantina sits comfortably in the Tucson foothills with traditional Mexican décor that lends itself to an authentic dining experience.

4717 E Sunrise Dr
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520)577-6055

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