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    3.7 (96 reviews)
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    Meatball Sub
    Monica M.

    If you have a large order I would plan on ordering ahead over the phone especially during the summer. It's extremely hot in the waiting area no circulating air. The chicken parm sandwich was delicious! The chicken is cut into strips and added to a toasted sub roll with marinara sauce. There were zero complaints about the meatball subs. My family devoured them. I had to go back in for my garlic toast that comes with the mac n cheese but the garlic toast was worth it. The Mac n cheese wasn't my favorite. The flavor kind of reminded me of prego Alfredo cheese sauce in a way. I'll be ordering my chicken parm again in the future.

    This is the stretch which had 4 meatballs, so yummy it has to be eaten on a plate with knife and fork. Lol lol
    Dora Lee G.

    Good service too, not too busy as I was there early In the afternoon. Meatball subs are selling like crazy!

    David M.

    I was craving spaghetti and decided to give this place a try. I ordered it to go on their website. It was easy to navigate. The portions were generous. I couldn't finish everything myself. I feel it's good for two people. The taste was better than I had expected. I'll definitely come here again in the future. A little pricey if you're eating just for one, but you do get a lot of food, enough for two meals.

    Spaghetti with meat sauce

    Just moved back to Tucson and drove past the restaurant and their signs peaked my interest. Tonight while unpacking my kitchen I wanted spaghetti without cooking or spending a ton and recalled this place. The website was clear and ordering online and picking up was quick and easy. It was good, really enjoyed it, my toddler ate it up. Will definitely be a return customer for some good affordable pasta I didn't have to make. Only not 5 stars because I can't claim it's the best pasta I've ever had but I liked it.

    Spaghetti & meatballs!
    Karlee A.

    Super cute little place! The food was honestly amazing if you just need some home cooked spaghetti vibes. The meatballs are a must and the garlic bread was buttery and delicious. We didn't wait long at all and I wish there was a drive thru but it kind of makes sense why they don't.

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    Ashley C.

    Well I went back like I said I would. I was greeted by a different staff member who was also very helpful and kind. I ordered the large Mac and cheese and a meatball sub. I was shocked when I got home to find that the container for my Mac & cheese was barely past half full (I was already wishing the container was a little bigger). I'm not sure if this is their regular practice, but I definitely felt slighted like when you buy a bag of chips and only get half the bag! I will say it still tasted amazing. However, I will say the leftovers the next day did not taste as flavorful. The meatball sub was good.

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    Trish L.

    It's clean. The staff is friendly. It's just a weird vibe with a TV on in one corner and everyone sitting silently waiting for a bucket of pasta. It's not clear how much to order and the woman taking orders was not helping. "I don't know how you eat" she says. It's just awkward. But I could get past that if the food was better. The spaghetti was watery with sauce on top. The sauce lacks flavor. The garlic bread is good because garlic and butter make anything taste good. The bread itself is nothing to get excited about. Deserts are way overpriced for what you get. I love pasta, and I was not excited to eat a second bite. It wasn't a horrible experience, but nothing about it really made me want to come back.

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    Dawn C.

    This spaghetti place is to go only. No drive thru and no dine in. My hubby and I went after his buddy spoke highly of Spaghetti by the Bucket. We upgraded from garlic bread to a half loaf of cheesy bread and got three meatballs with our order ($2 each), quickly got our meal and went home. We were given napkins, forks, and lots of Parmesan cheese ( in packets). The place was clean with a bench to sit and wait at. The food is very basic and exactly what one makes at home. A novelty that gets you exactly what's its advertising. I think pricey for what you get. Fun to try, but the food wasn't hot, and was not cooked to order. We came at 7:15pm, near closing. There was one employee, who had to answer the phone, take and get the orders together, and hand out orders. So this a step up from a food truck, but in a modest building. The food was cafeteria quality, okay. I'm thinking there are be folks who want plain food, who will enjoy predictable spaghetti with red sauce or Alfredo. May they find success.

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    Allison P.

    It is spaghetti, sauce, and meatballs in the bucket size of tour choice, served with garlic bread. Pasta was perfect consistency/density. Sauce was a mild marinara style. Meatballs were large and moist. Six dollar lunch deal geta you 1/3lb of pasta with sauce, meatball and slice of bread. Try it!

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    Quick dinner. Spaghetti meatballs and garlic bread... Perfect for dinner in a pinch. Try it out.

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    Great, fast, reasonable priced, and tasty. Great meatballs! Gotta stop now cause I'm getting hungry!!!

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    Miramonte - Delicious I need a lesson for when I make artichokes!

    Miramonte

    3.8(143 reviews)
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    We discovered Miramonte after a trip to Whole Foods and decided to give it a try. I'm so glad we…read moredid! The food was outstanding. I had the salmon, and my husband ordered the ribs; both were absolutely delicious. The cocktails were expertly crafted, and they also have an extensive wine list with plenty of great options. The real star, though, is the cornbread appetizer. I've never had anything quite like it. It arrives in a large cast-iron skillet with more than enough to take home. We reheated the leftovers in the air fryer the next day, and it tasted just as amazing as it did in the restaurant. If you're looking for a memorable meal with excellent food, drinks, and service, Miramonte gets a big thumbs up from us!

    Miramonte is in a great central location, close to the u of a and downtown, but far enough away to…read morefind parking easily and be able to stroll the strip mall with stores and even dessert spot! I would recommend making a reservation, we got seated right away but on a smaller table in the bar area, otherwise the restaurant had a 20 minute wait. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. The steak salad with sweet potato noodles was delicious. It had a spicy flare (almost like a Korean spicy). Will go back for that! The portobello sandwich was good but the portobello was a little small for the bun. Overall a great experience and will go back!

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    Baja Cafe

    4.6(1.7k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    meets an exceptional, high-end breakfast menu. ​Must-Try…read moreDishes ​French Toast: Thick-cut brioche with a golden, crisp exterior and a soft, custard-like center. Perfectly balanced sweetness. ​Fluffy Pancakes: High-stacked, airy, and golden--served piping hot with premium syrup. ​Avocado Sourdough Toast: Rich, freshly mashed avocado over perfectly toasted, thick sourdough. ​Drinks & Vibe ​Coffee: Silky flat whites and clean, bright V60 pour-overs that pair seamlessly with sweet brunch items. ​Atmosphere: Modern, sunlit, and immaculate. Great for quick morning stops or relaxed weekend brunches, the service here is also at top notch ,right on time

    Lunch at Baja Cafe. FOR THE WIN! I had the Southwest Brisket Benedict: smoked gouda cheese sauce,…read moretater tots, pulled smoked brisket, jalapeno bacon, caramelized onions, bell peppers, green chilies, two poached eggs, salsa verde cruda, cotija cheese, pico de gallo, and chipotle aioli. The poached eggs were sheer perfection, yolk oozing everywhere when broken. This is a quintessential example of a perfectly balanced meal in flavors and textures. Phenomenal! The hub had the Construction Burrito: tortilla filled with 3 scrambled eggs, hash browns, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. He added jalapeño bacon, tomatoes, and onions. He isn't as open to adventure in food as I am. Service was efficient and fast. Our server asked if we needed boxes before we could ask for them; she is clearly experienced in serving the huge portions, lol. We both have lunch ready for tomorrow.

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    Baja Cafe - Wyatt Earp w hollandaise on side ($10.25 weekdays before 8am) 7/2026

    Wyatt Earp w hollandaise on side ($10.25 weekdays before 8am) 7/2026

    Baja Cafe - SOTB Bloody Mary ($11) 6/2026

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    The Cork Tucson - Delicious Prince Edward Island Mussels, Iberico chorizo, beurre blanc and housemade baguette!

    The Cork Tucson

    4.0(469 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Established in 1966

    So this place has been open since 1966. Some of the details of the place definitely indicate 60…read moreyears old, but service and excellent food are timeless. So the building looks dated and so are the turn into the business/parking lot, but don't let that stop you from great food and service. Despite my observations, the place is very Tucson, quaint with history. They have a number of accolades on the wall that I missed until my party was leaving, but the bar tender won best Male Bartender for the Arizona Daily Star a few times and it shows. All of the staff is helpful and guests forward. Definitely eat here.

    We didn't have any fancy plans for Memorial Day yet still felt the celebratory elation of a 3-day…read morewknd and decided to treat ourselves to some Friday steaks. The first thing I need to own is that it's a shame I hadn't visited here before. We arrived at 5:30p and both the bar and patio areas were packed - standing room only, and no wonder. They have one of the better happy hours (daily! 3:00 - 6:30p) - able to accommodate both the slacker and the over-timer Lol. Basic drinks are all discounted such as house wines, well drinks, and beers. Their bottled wines and craft cocktails are all exempt though. Many of their appetizers are also discounted and some quite substantially. We grabbed a glass of the house cabernet ($6, normally $8) and the grilled shrimp wrapped in jalapeno bacon ($13, normally $20). NOTE: happy hour pricing is Only available if you order/consume at the bar or on the patio and that's clear in advance, and understandable. The dining areas were only half full at this early point (but filled up by 6:30) and the host kindly encouraged us to enjoy our starters at the bar as she would hold our table. We were then sat near the "back" of this long venue and frankly, aside from the lone windowed table at the very front, this would be my preferred seating - cozy, intimate, with only five other tables around us. For dinner drinks she got an Italian Nebbiolo Bricco Magno Red Blend ($13/glass, reliably terrific/mellow) and I got the Chupacabra ($15) Mezcal/prickly pear cocktail, strong and excellent as well. We got an additional appetizer: the roasted bone marrow ($19). I had never had marrow before but she raved about how good this can be if done properly (bonus, it is super healthy). Folks, a picture/worth a 1000... suffice to say this was simply outstanding! We both had long work weeks and were craving meat - just a damn good steak. Our waiter, without blinking recommended the 8oz bison filet mignon ($65) as his absolute menu fav, and then the day's special: 14oz ribeye ($50). We ordered each. All dinners come with two sides and we each got the day's special: roasted half artichoke and she got the loaded baked potato while I got the mashed potatoes. Food arrived about 15 minutes later at good temperature (warm/rested with a strong char) with each being accurately grilled (medium and medium-rare). Taste was outstanding. Neither one of us had bison filet before and marveled how it (subtly) added a "wild" edge to an always outstanding, lean-but-tender, cut of beef. The loaded baked was terrific, however, the mashed was the only disappointment... a plainer mash one could not make themselves - pure white and borderline dry, no milk, butter, egg, gravy(?), nothing to make it creamy or add any flavor dimension - a surprise frankly. The only other "critique" is that the dessert menu could add some kind of dark/chocolate concoction. All in all, though, we loved our experience and have decided to add this to our periodic special dinners rotation! Staff was outstanding - just the proper balance of attentive and quiet - and waters never went below half empty. Parking is free and plentiful, especially behind the restaurant (and yes, if you continue on around the back there is another long entrance/exit driveway that comes out the other side of Jimmy John's and Noodleholics.

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    The Cork Tucson - Tucson Foodie taking photos of our Shrimp n' Lobster Newburg pasta, Lamb Chops, Bone Marrow starter!

    Tucson Foodie taking photos of our Shrimp n' Lobster Newburg pasta, Lamb Chops, Bone Marrow starter!

    The Cork Tucson - June is SEAFOOD month during our Summer Getaway. Corvina is similar to Sea Bass. Sauteed with onions, tomatoes, lemon & beurre blanc

    June is SEAFOOD month during our Summer Getaway. Corvina is similar to Sea Bass. Sauteed with onions, tomatoes, lemon & beurre blanc

    The Cork Tucson - Bone Marrow appetizer with prime rib pate, house picked onions, Barrio Bread

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    Bone Marrow appetizer with prime rib pate, house picked onions, Barrio Bread

    Wildflower

    Wildflower

    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    9.7 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Takes reservations

    Wow wow wow, I…read morecan't believe I waited this long to try wildflower. I made reservations and was seated immediately. Our poor waitress Alison was working HARD she had tables inside and outside and was really making sure we weren't neglected. We ordered our mocktails which were amazing and well priced compared to other places I've been. They have fresh baked bread with oil, garlic, Parmesan and she let us know bread should be out soon but we ordered an appetizer in the meantime of calamari which was cooked to perfection and it had an Asian spin on it which was really good. We then got our bread after the appetizer which was nice to munch on while we waited for our food. The short rib ravioli is my absolute favorite it's so flavorful, the sauce is rich and deep in flavor Pro tip- save some bread to wipe up the extra sauce. Desert was the lemon olive oil cake it was a tiny bit dry but it came with ice cream and buttercream and the mixture of everything made it all come together. Honestly it's so cute inside and the patio is nice with the misters. Service was great our waitress was really running around the restaurant but we never felt neglected and the food was phenomenal. This is now one of my favorite spots.

    Wildflower is such a beautiful spot! The location is great, and the atmosphere is incredibly…read morewelcoming and inviting. They have a huge outdoor seating area, and even though it was very hot outside, it actually felt comfortable because of the misting system and fans. The inside is just as lovely. It has that warm, "this is a nice place to be" feeling that makes you want to sit and enjoy your meal. We went for lunch at a great time and were seated immediately with no wait. For an appetizer, we ordered the steamed mussels with spicy Italian sausage, and oh my goodness! If you love mussels, Wildflower knows what they're doing. They were absolutely delicious and probably my favorite thing we ordered. We also had the short rib ravioli, which was fantastic. It was the lunch portion, and my son actually thought it was too small because he loved it so much and wanted more! He completely cleaned his plate, so I'd say that's a pretty solid endorsement. We also ordered the fish and chips, which were delicious as well. I'm not usually a fish-and-chips girl, but the portion was generous and everything was really good. The reason I'm giving Wildflower 3 stars instead of 5 is the service. The food actually came out fairly quickly, but there were some pretty long gaps between interactions with our server. It felt a little sporadic, with very few check-ins throughout the meal. At one point, since we had already received our bill and had been waiting, I asked another waiter if he could take our payment. He told me he couldn't, which I completely understand if that's not something he was allowed to do, but when I asked if he could at least get our server, that didn't happen either. So we continued waiting. The other issue was the table spacing. A large group was seated near us, which obviously isn't a problem, but the tables were so close together that whenever their waiter came over, he was essentially standing right over our table his rear was literally touching the bread basket. I actually had to move our bread out of the way because there simply wasn't enough space. It definitely wasn't the waiter's fault; there just wasn't enough room between the tables. That said, the food and atmosphere were excellent, and I would absolutely come back. Hopefully the service was just an off day because Wildflower has a lot going for it. The mussels alone are worth coming back for!

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