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    Bobo's Restaurant

    4.4 (950 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Good for kids

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    Ernie V.

    Found this hidden gem in Tucson where many of the local folks go, and it is worthy of a top rating! Old style country breakfast and warm & friendly service. Do yourselves a favor and experience the love!

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    Katie P.

    The food was excellent! Staff was very friendly. The flies were a little annoying, but the place was clean other than that. Pancakes were amazing.

    Apple Pancake
    Brandon W.

    If you're in Tucson and craving that no-nonsense, feel-good, classic breakfast, Bobo's is basically a rite of passage. This spot is old-school in the best way; nothing fancy, nothing pretentious, just straightforward comfort food that hits the morning reset button. They've got all the breakfast staples covered, but their pancakes? Those come with a twist. Think fluffy, oversized, and just quirky enough to stand out. Prices are refreshingly affordable, portions are exactly what you'd hope for (big enough to hold you over. Only catch? The place is small. Bobo's is one of Tucson's classics for a reason. Great breakfast, fun twists, friendly people, and prices that won't hurt your feelings.

    Apple Pancake
    Vivian H.

    Best chicken fried steak I've had in Tucson so far! The service was amazing, quick, and friendly. Staff made us feel very at home. Apple pancake was crazy delicious too, bang for your buck. It's small on the inside but very mighty. If there's a line, the wait is worth it. Can't recommend this place more.

    Biscuits with Sausage Gravy
    Mateo V.

    If you're looking for fancy, keep driving. But if you want a classic greasy spoon that smells like sizzling sausage and burnt coffee in the best possible way -- this is it. The biscuits and gravy are unapologetically creamy, the sausage does its job (greasy, salty, no notes), and the whole thing feels like a warm hug from your slightly chaotic favorite aunt. Service is quick and friendly, coffee refills come without asking, and you leave feeling like you made a good life choice for under $15. Nothing mind-blowing, but it hits that simple, satisfying spot perfectly.

    Roast beef with a side of home fries.
    Tim W.

    I heard and read about Bobo's Restaurant on Grant Avenue Tucson, AZ. It was highly recommended. It is not a real fancy restaurant but the food was delicious. My wife had a special which included a large blueberry pancake, one egg, one sausage and a piece of bacon for $7.99. Yes, that is not a misprint. I was wondering how she liked her special. Well, she devoured everything which tells me what she thought. I had a roast beef sandwich with tomato, lettuce, cheese on sourdough bread and it hit the spot. Many items on the menu. Check it out. The service was very good. Friendly. As we were checking out, I asked when they opened. 5:30AM-1:00PM. They are closed on Wednesday and Thursday. Always busy. Parking is tight. Credit cards accepted.

    Biscuit and Biscuits with Sausage Gravy
    Natalie S.

    One of our Tucson breakfast favorites. The wait can be long on the weekends so go early or after the morning rush to avoid the wait. This place really has the nostalgic diner feel and is always full of locals. The pancakes are MASSIVE and worth the wait every time. We've tried a number of omelets and the the items that come with sausage gravy, all good!

    Chicken Fried Chicken Lunch with cheesy eggs
    Melissa E.

    The best Chicken Fried Steak! The best customer service! The actual restaurant is small, mom n pop style it isn't the prettiest place but the food and service is great. One pancake is all you need for a family of 4 at least.

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    Friendly staff! Free cinnamon bun for your birthday and the whole restaurant with sing for you I love it!

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    6 years ago

    Great breakfast and the service is on point. Come here every time I come into town. Also can't beat the prices for what you get.

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    Everything was great in this place. Pancakes were great and laaaaaaaarge. It's always busy so coming early is the best

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    8 years ago

    Love love love this place! The chocolate chip pancake is legit! Bacon...home fries...yum!

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    4 years ago

    it's definitely a vibe. good food, wait times are a little long but food is worth it. does feel rushed though

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    8 years ago

    I visited Bobos and is a hidden treasure. The food and service was great. Try the omelets.

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    A real down to earth restaurant with some of the kindest, more hard-working staff in Tucson. Great comfort food breakfast spot!

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    Man this place is sooooo good. Amazing breakfast. Burgers so decadent. Everything is cooked fresh! Nothing bust awesome.

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    7 years ago

    Great prices and wonderful staff. Be sure to get here early because it's always busy, rightfully so.

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    8 years ago

    Diner style American breakfast with a great community atmosphere for breakfast on a budget!

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    It's a whole in the wall, but we got seated quick, the price was right, and the food was good!

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    I've only eaten here once, but what a breakfast! Delicious pancakes, very reasonably priced.

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    Is bobo's closed? Went today and was boarded up?

    They are closed on Wednesday and Thursday. Other than that they are open for breakfast and lunch until 1 pm.

    We drove by multiple times this week and it appears closed? Are we going to the wrong location? The address here on Yelp is the one we are using, is there perhaps a back entrance?

    They're only open for breakfast and lunch. What hours have you stoped by? The entrance is in front facing Grant.

    Every morning on my way to TMC, I stopped at Bono's for a quick breakfast. But they have not been open the last couple weeks. What's up?

    The owners are on vacation for a few weeks

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    Pancakes

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    Prep & Pastry

    4.3(2.8k reviews)
    1.0 miCampbell-Grant
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    Prep & Pastry has a funky, grungy, offbeat charm that feels perfectly at home in Tucson. This is…read moreone of their two Tucson locations--the Campbell Avenue spot, with the other on Grant Road. It's a very casual place staffed by kind and welcoming students, and the food is genuinely good. The Smoked Salmon Beni stood out in the reviews, and it did not disappoint when I finally got to try it. I'll be attaching a photo, but it tasted every bit as good as it looked. I also noticed the shaved steak sandwich on the menu and in several Yelp photos, so I'll definitely have to come back and try that next. I really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, friendly service and overall character of the place.

    These Pastries Should Probably Be Illegal…read more Prep & Pastry has been serving Tucson since 2014, and after eating here, I completely understand why they've built such a loyal following. This review is only about the pastries because the rest of their menu deserves an entirely separate review. The first thing I noticed was how incredibly light and airy everything was. Every bite felt fresh, fluffy, and perfectly balanced. The frosting wasn't overly sweet, and nothing tasted heavy or overwhelming. As I've gotten older, I've become much more conscious about what I eat. Surprisingly, these pastries never leave me with that "I shouldn't have done that" feeling. They're indulgent without being excessive. Now let's address the real issue... I always buy two. Not because I'm planning ahead. Because I know exactly what's going to happen if I don't. I'll eat one in the parking lot, sit there for a minute pretending I'm satisfied, then make what is almost certainly an illegal U-turn and head back inside for another. At this point, I believe the owners should stand trial in a savory Food Court of Law. Dun... Dun... "In the Criminal Food Justice System, pastry-based crimes are considered especially delicious. In Tucson, the dedicated foodies who investigate these sugary felonies are members of an elite squad known as the Special Pastry Unit. These are their stories." Prep & Pastry is guilty of making "I'll just have one" the biggest lie you'll tell yourself all week. Whether you're stopping by for breakfast, brunch, or simply because life is better with a great pastry, this place delivers. WIT Inspection Score: -- Truly Among the Best.

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    Barista Del Barrio - Machaca breakfast burrito

    Barista Del Barrio

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    Always one of the best breakfast burritos in town. IFYKYK you got to get there early though and so…read moreworth the wait. The staff is amazing and the decor is fun. Definitely give them a try.

    Unfortunately, our experience at Barista Del Barrio was disappointing, mainly because of how a…read moresimple issue with our order was handled. The line was really long, so we used the iPad they provide to place our order. We selected a matcha, but the iPad never gave us the option to choose between hot or iced. We assumed it would come iced, which is our mistake for assuming. When our order came out, the matcha was hot. We went inside and politely asked if there is any chance we could get it iced instead since there was no option on the iPad. The owner herself took the drink and remade it, which we appreciated, but her attitude toward us after was unnecessary. She told us that next time we should order directly with them because we just "wasted their cups" and so on. We apologized again and explained that we would have selected iced if the iPad had actually given us that option, but she didn't really acknowledge what we were saying. What made the experience more disappointing is that I work in coffee myself, so I understand what it's like when things get busy. I chose Barista Del Barrio out of all the coffee shops in the area specifically because I'm Latino and wanted to support a Latino-owned business. I even tipped when I placed the order on the iPad, so I was disappointed with how we were treated over something as simple as an ordering-system issue.

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    4.3(580 reviews)
    6.2 mi
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    Speaks Spanish
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    Everytime I've been here I've always had a great experience whether it's food related or customer…read moreservice! Everything is good!

    Nice restaurant. Been here a few times, some with colleagues for lunch…read more Food is good. I've had a variety of things, some Mexican dishes, some American. Did a breakfast once. I wouldn't say that it is top of the line cooking, but it is very delicious and definitely worth a visit this side of town. Parking can be a little challenging, they do share a parking lot with other businesses, but close in, there are not that many spots. Service is always friendly and makes you feel comfortable. Interesting atmosphere with flamingos galore and other things decorating the inside. Gives it somewhat of a party and fun feel. Food comes out in a timely manner even when they are very busy. Prices are reasonable. Give it a try, I think you'll like it. 5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money. 4* = Outstanding. Top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business. 3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it. 2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money. 1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs!

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    Teaspoon - Champinones Al Ajillo

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    4.1(774 reviews)
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    Teaspoon is one of the best overall restaurants in Tucson…read more I've been here a few times over the last year or so. It has never disappointed in service, quality or taste. (well once in taste, but I'll get to that) They have great in-house made items. Like the Challa bread, the preserves, their pesto. They most certainly know what they're doing. I had unseasoned filet mignon once, I believe it was the omelette. I talked to the manager. Now I wasnt upset, didn't send it back, I just told them what I experienced and mused that I found it odd the cook forgot a simple thing like salt. The manager acknowledged my complaint and that was all; or at least I was fine. Nope, she came back with a to-go box of croissants topped with cream and berries as an apology. They were tremendous by the way. She didn't have to do that. The ambiance is it's only weak point, but even that is minor. Simple black is fine. It's modern feeling and doesn't stand out loudly. They have outdoor seating, which early in the morning is fine, but id avoid in the summer, which will likely mean you'll be waiting, depending on the time. Oh! I forgot to mention, they have very good drinks. They really are intentional about the blend of flavors, they have a little something for everyone. All in all, I cannot recommend this place enough. It's been a shining star amongst Tucson restaurants and I am grateful they exist. Even to how they organize their menu partly by flavor profiles shows they genuinely LOVE food. I love food too, and I love here. Try this place. Today.

    Service was super fast one we got a table. Came on a Saturday at noon and the place was still…read morecrowded. They have breakfast all day but also provide lunch so everyone is happy. There is outdoor seating with small tables and misters to stay cool. The inside has a good amount of space and A/C is on spot. There is also a bar with a good number of seats available. This might be first come first served but I am not totally sure. The food is a really good spread of options. Pancakes, german pancakes, french toast, eggs benedict(s) monte cristo, omelets, croque madame, country chicken with biscuits and sausage gravy, chilaquiles con pollo, avocado toast, savory crepe, and even a breakfast pizza. Oh and they offer a few skillet options too-southwest, loaded baked potato, and sausage and peppers skillet. So many options!! I can't speak too much for lunch but I did see burgers on the menu. Not too helpful in that arena sorry. The eggs Benedict with ham was awesome. Side of potatoes with a bit of all seasoning and a side salad with awesome light dressing comes with it. The dutch baby was also great. A german pancake served savory with sausage. Huge portion. Come check this place out and make sure if you don't want to wait you call in advance when driving there and ask to get on their "wait list" you may not be able to get a reservation but you can do this. You're welcome.

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    4.2(1.2k reviews)
    3.0 miPie Allen
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    What didn't go well here?? Everything I have ever eaten is delish. Chilaquiles, their potatoes,…read more brioche French toast with bacon and blueberries! Their vegan sopes were also very good! Top it off with a nice stiff prickly pear drink from the bar and you have a top notch breaky. Staff was great, atmosphere was great. Loved it all.

    Cup Cafe is located inside the historic 1919 Congress Hotel, it is a bit confusing, the restaurant…read moreis at the far end of the lobby. Host was most gracious, I couldn't make up my mind if I wanted to be seated indoors or out on the patio area. He walked me through to show me the table closest to the misting fans. In the end I chose to sit indoors cause it was hella hot. Here is what we ordered: - Golden Latte with Agave (10/10) - Braveheart - Quiche du Jour (this one changes daily) - Moroccan Skillet - Shakshuka Everything was absolutely delicious. I bookmarked this place specifically for their killer lineup of desserts. I wish I could order all of them. The Coconut Custard Pie was calling my name and I gave it a good long lingering stare in the rotating glass case but I decided on the Prickly Pear Panna Cotta. I am all about the prickly pear whenever I visit Tucson. The cooked cream had the perfect wobbly jiggle, it was light, yummy and refreshing. Highly recommend this spot in Downtown Tucson. I don't drink but they have an amazing looking bar. Metered parking on the streets.

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    Cup Cafe - The lobby of the Congress Hotel. Note the hanging calendars.

    The lobby of the Congress Hotel. Note the hanging calendars.

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    Still waiting for my box. Asked 3 times over 15 minutes

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