This place is seriously legit! My husband and his UA buddies and families brought me here, and I'm still seething that my husband kept this a secret from me from the 4.5 years we've been in town! My kids (and me) we big fans of the apple and chocolate chip pancakes (pictured here). I also got the breakfast sandwich which was decent but not as flashy and decadent as the pancakes! We will be back!! read more

Bobo's Restaurant - Apple and chocolate chip pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Huge portions of some of the most amazing food ever. Friendly staff, cozy seating. If you have to wait for a table, it's 100% worth it. I'm honestly surprised this place isn't taking reservations months in advance. So...much...yum! read more

Service was good, even as busy as it was. The portion of meat in the omelette was great, I didn't like the flavor of the sausage. I would go back one more time to try something different. read more

My partner and I tried to come here before and it was way too crowded. Granted, it was a Saturday around brunch time. So we finally got the chance to come back on a weekday for breakfast. It was still a bit of a wait, like 10min, but not too long. We were seated in the back part of the restaurant. The place was crowded @9am on a weekday. So it must be really good. My partner got the egg sandwich and I got the 1 pancake, 1 egg, 1 bacon, and 1 sausage special. I got the chocolate chip pancake. It came with powdered sugar on it. It was a good portion of food, a large pancake, and lots of chocolate chips in it. It was just very good and I can see why it's so busy all the time. There were 3 people who had birthdays today and the waiter got everyone singing happy birthday to the birthday people. So if you want a restaurant full of random diners to sing happy birthday to you, go on your birthday. read more

Bobo's Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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This place was crowded when I got there and I know understand why. This place is a flat top, mom & pop diner kind of breakfast and lunch spot. The reviews were good and I was in the area while they were open so I stopped in. I had the pleasure of sitting at the counter and chat with a Tucson resident for the past 30 years. She told me that Bobo's was sold to a staff member years ago and her daughter was running the place now. I had the chicken fried steak lunch with a side of the flat top potatoes. The chicken fried steak was good, but the potoes were amazing. This place is cool, the staff cares about the restaurant and their customers. Definitely go here if you're looking for a nice, casual breakfast or lunch. read more

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Eggscellent omelet. Hearty and full of meat and cheese with delicious gravy. Perfectly cooked home fries. Fair prices, friendly service and fast. Attentive to coffee refills. What more can you ask for in a breakfast spot? Thanks! read more

Liver tasted past its time. Worked around it and ate the mashed potatoes and corn. Food is always good there but for some reason, the liver was off. No biggie. Will go back as their other dishes are delicious. read more

Good place to have breakfast at. Make sure that you get there early and ready to wait cause it gets busy, but it is worth the wait for sure. Their pancakes are huge and delicious, a must have. Staff is friendly. read more

No fuss, diner style breakfast guaranteed to fill you with as much food as you can handle safely. For peak Bobo's indulgence try the chicken fried steak. A gravy laden hug on a plate. read more

Biscuits and gravy... YUM! With two over easy and two sausage links YUM YUM YUM AND MORE YUM

+Atmosphere: (3/5) Verrrrry loud! We had to practically shout at each other. Also we were put at a table shared with another couple so it was a bit awkward. Very busy on Sunday morning, even though we got there before 7:30 am. Come EARLY +Food: (4/5) The food (egg/bacon/potatoes) was on par with a Waffle House type of food. The French toast was amazing though! +Service: (3/5) Took forever for us to be served. Ten minutes to get coffee. Another ten to order. And another ten to get the food. +Cleanliness: (3/5) Sticky tables, the bathroom was meh. At least the water was filtered. +Overall: (3/5) -Good hang out spot?: Maybe? -Good date?: Lmao no -Worth the price?: Yes, this place is decently cheap read more

Bobo's Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Delicious food, we stopped to eat here when my wife was pregnant and was having a craving for pancakes. Friends recommend this place so we wanted to stop by and try it. The food was AWESOME!!! Great service and place was awesome to try out. I would recommend this place read more

Excellent service and you can not beat the food. This place is a hidden treasure. If you are in Tucson it is a must try!!!

Great no-frills diner-like restaurant with lots of character. Seems to be a popular staple for vets. Excellent service, with lots of breakfast and lunch options. I opted for the Reuben (corned beef and sauerkraut) omelette and husband got the huevos rancheros. The food came out quickly, hot, and was delicious. I even had leftovers - yay lunch! read more

The food was so good, they're not lying when they say "just like moms." All of the staff was very nice, and the service was really quick. I'm not in Tucson often but I'll definitely be back here if I can! read more

Wow diggin the vibe. If you don't know try it. Biscuits are fluffy and gravy on point. Corned beef hash with its small diced potatoes are perfection. Apple pecan pancake with it's high fpavor profile! Large portion sizes you won't leave hungry. Awesome service. Coffee topped off and asked if we needed anything more than once. We'll be back most definitely. Oh and great prices too. read more

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We have been there a few times and every time that we finish the breakfast for two of us there is enough food to feed four We have always been very impressed on the amount of food,the great flavor and the very friendly staff read more

Excellent down home food in a bustling location with outstanding food!!!! The service was crackerjack. Go. You won't be disappointed!!!

Bobos Babas on the best fucking places in Tucson Natasha Bobos wasn't here I would've fucking died from malnutrition I mean it Bobos is the fucking best Debby Ryan's a good show the food always good heart is reasonable never seen a cockroach you've never even got a fucking hair am I thinking always got gray coffee Bobos is a fucking best and I'm Vince the mortician from the old trust me I used to be a fat motherfucker I am fat no more but guess what I still enjoy a good meal great fucking food keep it up daddy we love you Vince read more

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This is a very small but also very busy with customers. They appear to be known for their huge pancakes and just good food. Though the line outside looked big, it went fast. It truly is a simple dinner and the prices are great. Waitresses are very attentive too. It's definitely an older place. But if you want good food and good service, I recommend it. read more

Bobo's Restaurant - 2 egg, bacon, sausage, pancake, with pecans. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Best breakfast spot in Tucson! Would go here when I was going to the University of Arizona. Great atmosphere and incredible service.

wow! we've been wanting to come here for so long because the reviews are glowing, and even with our high expectations we were blown away! the service is unbelievably fast and attentive, even with our 15 minute wait for a table we were in and out in 30 minutes (and had our waters refilled 3 times!) this is a true mom and pop style diner, with amazing homestyle food. i got the huevos rancheros, which i was a bit nervous to order from a diner, and it was very good. the eggs were amazing, the home fries had a perfect crisp, and the fry bread-esque tortilla it was served on was so delightful. my partner got the biscuits and gravy (with just one biscuit) and said the serving size was perfect, and the bacon was the BEST she's had in a long time. we would absolutely recommend coming here! it's a true tucson treasure as everyone else's reviews say! read more

Bobo's Restaurant - Huevos Rancheros and Biscuits with Sausage Gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Old school greasy spoon serving large portions of your favorite breakfast at very reasonable prices.

This used to be one of my favorite spots for breakfast. But I hadn't been to Bobo's in something like 8 years. Maybe more actually. Anyway, this is a famed Tucson institution. It's where local go and where locals take their visitors. The place is tiny, so expect a wait. And you may even find yourself seated with strangers. In addition to some booth seating, there are regular tables and also a bar. Open kitchen, so you can see all of the staff at work. I know people who will wait 30 minutes or more to dine here. Not sure why -- maybe for the allure of the place. The food is good, and the experience is nice (Great staff! Really, awesome folks work here). But, really...a 30-minute+ wait? Um, no. Anyway, I'm still a fan. Don't let the appearance scare you away. The food isn't swimming in fat. But it's not light either. Certainly bring your appetite. It seems the omelets and the (large) pancakes are the big sellers. I love their breakfast potatoes. Perfect shape, delicious consistency with the slight charring that MAKES breakfast potatoes. In addition to breakfast, they have an extensive lunch menu. Corned beef, grilled cheese, BLT, chicken livers, burgers, soups and salads. And they keep it simple here. Nothing too frilly or fancy on the menu. read more

Bobo's Restaurant - Filling - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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YUMMY CHEAP diner breakfast that stays busy on weekends ALL THE WAY til closing at 2pm, luckily the wait at 1pm was only 10 minutes for us I'd recommend saving some room and sharing the banana pancake for dessert if you can stomach it! ---banana pancake: this plate sized beauty was served warm, fluffy on the inside with portions of caramelized crust throughout MMm ---Chicken fried steak with soft eggs, home fries, and buttered wheat toast: unfortunately the home fries were nothing special BUT i was a fan of the tasty chicken fried steak. the crispy crust held up to the savory gravy you get to choose how you want your eggs and the type of toast NOTE: there's a $1.99 early bird special before 8am if you're up that early! read more

I have gone to Bobo's since the early 80's, and although I have not been in there in quite some time, it has always been great, and I know that it is still the same owner/mgmt, thx read more

Outstanding food and service. It does not look like much and the cutlery is not great, but the food is delicious,. It was quick, tasty, and just what I wanted. My compliments to the chef. Such good food in such a minuscule kitchen. Thank you. read more

This tiny little establishment is a very busy place. We are lucky to get a table, despite the limited number of tables and counter area. We place our order, and are asked twice if it was correct. My husband decided to try their dutch apple pancake, but he order two! He'd read reviews, seen the pictures and knew they were big, so he thought he could handle it. They took the order, but with a little hesitance, I guess others had tried. We both got a typical breakfast plate, with scrabbled eggs, hash browns, and bacon. When the cakes arrived, our eyes grew wide, and our stomachs even wider! We managed to eat about 2/3 of them both. Had we not had the eggs, hash and bacon, I am sure we could have finished it all. Lesson learned, their cakes are huge! Meant to share, and are soooooo good! Good service, good food, and friendly people. Prices aren't bad either! read more

2day was only my 2nd time having b'fast @Bobo's restaurant & I had to wait about 10 minutes to be seated, but I was offered a seat & a glass of water. The service was superb, especially by the ever-smiling Crystal. Servers continually offered refills on coffee & water. I chose the huge, delicious banana pancake which had caramelized sugar on top. It was a feast fit for a king (or a queen)!! My only disappointment was that a side of bacon or sausage was overpriced @$4.49. I shall return to try the omelet with chicken livers & perhaps their interesting lunch offerings. read more

my wife and her friend came to eat at BoBos and than she took me and i was hooked.. omg the french toast are made like my mom used to make it i litteraly cried when i was eating my french toast cause it brought a lot of memories.. so far best breakfast place in Tucson read more

Walked in, male asked how many, I said 2. He said write your name down. I asked very nicely how long do you think? He said how am o supposed to no and walked off. No thanks, to many places to give money to. Place also smelled like burned grease. read more

Love the classy breakfast dive scene, when it's clean. Bobo's is an awesome little jewel on the Grant corridor, South side of the road. Pay attention for the line, it's larger than the sign and for good reason. I wish I could've free range grazed on the banana pancake with maple syrup, they look amazing. I had a custom omelet and omelettes just aren't their thing. It's built kinda like a stuffed crepe, but the mushrooms and onions were barely cooked, like mostly raw. They gladly remade it, but Brawleys is hands down better for omelette fare. Can't wait to return for the carbfest! Not to mention I got to meet Yelping legend Anna and shared breakfast with Tucson's other 6 year Elite Yelper legend, Joseph! read more

Great breakfast place! I've been here twice and it never disappoints! The parking situation could be better, but the food, service and atmosphere are great. It's a classic style breakfast joint, very personable staff and the food comes out quick, even though they are super busy. The pancakes are ginormous! Literally the side of your face plus more. They are very on top of refilling your coffee and very accommodating about splitting your checks if you're in a group. Can't go wrong with a pancake or omelette! read more

A breakfast staple when visiting Tucson! The food is always delicious and service is amazing. It is a classic diner so don't expect anything fancy. Prices are fantastic. read more

Bobo's Restaurant - Banana Pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Bobo's, you beautiful bastard. I've lived in Tucson for two and a half years now, and I only just paid Bobo's a visit this morning. What is wrong with me? *Shoutout to Shelby B. for finally bringing me here* Walking in at 11 AM on a Friday, I expected to have to wait a decent amount of time for a table. However, I was seated immediately for a table of 3. Like a few others have mentioned, the chances of being placed at the same table as another party are pretty high, since it's such a small place. You'll have to get a little cozy with your dining companions, but there's definitely enough room to eat comfortably. The wait staff was friendly and helpful, and super on top of drink refills (I don't think my water cup dropped below the halfway mark at any point). The food was a little slow to come out, but there were a decent amount of people in there, and it wasn't terrible compared to most other breakfast places. I had the pancake meal with a banana pancake, two over easy eggs, two slices of bacon, and two sausage links ($7.12 total). I didn't have the sausage, and the eggs and bacon were standard, but oh good god that pancake. For starters, it was the size of the entire plate. Beautifully crafted into a perfect cinnamon-y banana-y mess of goodness, it was one of the best pancakes I've ever had in my entire life, even sans syrup. My friends had the apple pancakes and chocolate chip pancakes, and both exclaimed many times throughout the meal that theirs were delicious as well. I think it's safe to say that I'll be back. Soon. read more

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Always get the best customer service at this restaurant. They truly make you feel like you're a part of the family and the food is always delicious. read more

The best breakfast in Town Bobo is a very smart business woman. Large portions. Friendly staff My favorite breakfast place in Town read more

This is the place for a great breakfast!!!! Good vittles and super service. Two things increasingly hard to get at the same time. Yelp on! read more

Bobo's is such an institution in Tucson we had to try it when we moved here 5 years ago. We loved the ambience first, the camaraderie with the staff, the atmosphere of no pretension at all, half cow-boy casual and truckers and bikers kind of joint, their food is very honest, their portion huge, beware!!! and they cater also for older folks like us and have seniors' specials with smaller portions if you like.We usually eat breakfast food there, omelettes and pancakes and the likes. You cannot find a better breakfast in town. Go try it !! read more

This place is amazing. Its very casual, food and staff are fantastic. My wife had the french toast and I had the biscuits and gravy. Both were perfect. read more