Wise Bites

by Matt Sterner on June 17, 2026 at 10:11 pm

Save the grilling for another day! This Father's Day has special dishes, cheap beer, and deals that are big enough to feed the entire family. The post Father’s Day 2026: Food, Music & More for Dad in Tucson appeared first on Tucson Foodie.

by Jackie Tran on June 17, 2026 at 9:40 pm

[Disclosure: Tucson Foodie received a complimentary overnight stay at Los Milics Vineyards as part of a promotional partnership. The opinions and experiences shared in this article are based on our The post Beat the heat with a casita stay at Los […]

by Jackie Tran on June 17, 2026 at 12:24 am

Tucson Tamale Market, the Oracle Road restaurant and market, has permanently closed after 12 years. Owner Frank Ruiz cited ongoing economic and financial pressures in an announcement shared across social The post Tucson Tamale Market permanently […]

by Jackie Tran on June 16, 2026 at 11:15 pm

June 22-28 puts a spotlight on local shops, restaurants, and eateries serving up cold and frozen treats. As with every themed week this summer, participants can upload receipts at summer.tucsonfoodie.com The post Frozen Dessert Week scoops up deals […]

by Jackie Tran on June 16, 2026 at 10:20 pm

Forget everything you think you know about bingo. No church basement folding chairs. No lukewarm coffee. We’re taking the most chaotic game on earth, dressing it in gourmet smash burgers The post Bingo Just Got a Glow-Up: Smash Burgers, […]

by Jackie Tran on June 15, 2026 at 4:07 pm

Lucky Penny BBQ and Bonanza Coffee Co, both operated by Open Container Hospitality Group, plan to open in mid-October at 47 N. 6th Ave. and 31 N. 6th Ave., Suite The post Lucky Penny BBQ & Bonanza Coffee Co to open in downtown Tucson in fall […]

by Jackie Tran on June 12, 2026 at 7:58 pm

The Muñoz family, founders of Tucson’s Seis Kitchen, has launched a new concept at their Joesler Village location. Seis Cantina now occupies the River Road space, trading the full Seis The post Seis Kitchen reinvents Joesler Village […]

by Jackie Tran on June 11, 2026 at 10:17 pm

[Editor’s note 06/11/2026: this article contains photographs from a comped meal] Downtown Tucson’s Penca has expanded its hours and offerings this summer, launching a new lunch menu and a revamped The post Downtown Tucson’s Penca […]

by Max McConkey on June 11, 2026 at 12:43 am

There was a time when fine dining in Tucson meant extensive menus, a quiet atmosphere, cloth napkins, impeccable service, complimentary bread, antipasto, and soup. Local old timers fondly remember the The post Bazil’s To Go celebrates 35 […]

by Jackie Tran on June 10, 2026 at 8:27 pm

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs June 11–July 19, with 104 matches across 16 host cities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Tucson bars and breweries have lined up watch The post Where to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Tucson appeared first on […]

by Jackie Tran on June 10, 2026 at 1:54 pm

Written by Thomas Barr, the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives for Local First Arizona, a statewide nonprofit organization advocating for and representing 6,000+ locally-owned businesses. Since 2003, Local First Arizona The post Protect […]

by Jackie Tran on June 10, 2026 at 2:26 am

La Chingada Cocina dominated the 2026 World Margarita Championship, claiming top honors in both the judges’ dish and margarita categories. Art State Arizona and Tucson Originals Restaurants hosted the sold-out The post La Chingada Cocina Wins […]

by Jackie Tran on June 10, 2026 at 1:28 am

Coffee & Tea Shop Week wraps June 14, and Happy Hour Week takes over June 15 through 21 as part of the 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer campaign. The week The post Happy Hour Week brings deals and prizes to Tucson’s bar and restaurant scene […]

by Jackie Tran on June 9, 2026 at 10:38 pm

Men’s lifestyle magazine Esquire named The Cork Tucson to its annual “Best Bars in America” list for 2026, released on Tuesday. The 14-bar lineup spans the country, and The Cork The post The Cork Tucson Named One of the Best Bars […]

by Jackie Tran on June 8, 2026 at 11:59 pm

La Perla del Pacifico, the Pacific-style mariscos restaurant at 5601 E. 22nd St. in Tucson, will permanently close Wednesday, June 10. Co-owner Paul Mendoza announced the news in a video The post Mariscos restaurant La Perla del Pacifico to host […]