Wise Bites

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 […]

by Jackie Tran on June 5, 2026 at 11:00 pm

Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ will close its doors at 1801 N. Stone Ave. at 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, ending nearly 11 years of service at the The post Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ to close Stone Avenue location […]

by Jackie Tran on June 5, 2026 at 6:24 pm

Sonoran Desert-inspired downtown Tucson restaurant Ursa will temporarily close for July and August, the restaurant announced this week. Before the summer pause, the restaurant is hosting two community-focused promotions throughout The post Ursa […]

by Jackie Tran on June 4, 2026 at 11:58 pm

Penelope Pizza, the wood-fired pizzeria that earned a loyal following on Tucson’s east side, plans to open a second location inside the former Maynards Kitchen space at the historic Southern The post Penelope Pizza to take over former […]

by Jackie Tran on June 3, 2026 at 11:31 pm

With Vegan Week has wrapping up, Coffee & Tea Shop Week gives Tucson’s café scene its moment in the spotlight. Running June 8 through 14, Coffee & Tea Shop Week The post Coffee & Tea Shop Week brews up local deals across […]

by Jackie Tran on June 2, 2026 at 10:55 pm

On Thursday, June 11, Tucson chef Daniel Scordato unveils Emerald 29, a hidden speakeasy tucked beneath The Treasury 1929 at 2 E. Congress St. The lounge opens from 8 p.m. The post Daniel Scordato Brings Speakeasy Emerald 29 Downtown June 11 […]

by Jackie Tran on May 28, 2026 at 11:40 pm

Mojo Cuban Kitchen and Rum Bar has launched its May Rum Exploration Menu, featuring two cocktails made with Rhum Agricole, a distinct style of rum from the French Caribbean. Unlike The post Mojo Cuban Kitchen Highlights Rhum Agricole With New May […]

by Tucson Foodie on May 28, 2026 at 11:23 pm

Vegan Week culminates with the Vegan Tucson Night Market, hosted by Death Free Foodie and Tucson Foodie along with sponsors Trulieve and Semper Fi Heating and Cooling, on from 6-10 The post Vegan Tucson Night Market: Meet the Vendors (June 6) […]