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    Joe's Place

    4.7 (23 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    a dining room with a checkered table and chairs
    Cassandra E.

    Geez, Yelp. I guess that's what I get for checking in here, every time I log in, I am prompted to write a review about Joe's place! Okay, this is a secret place that all the local Rio Rican's know about. Once you get off the exit for Rio Rico, you make a right down the frontage road (going back Northwest). It's probably about a half mile down, past the post office. As funny as it sounds, it's actually a car detailing business (in the back half of the property) as well as a kitchen with a small café style, casual dining area. You will probably see the sign for the car wash/ detailing before anything about a Joe's food or place. It appears that most people, opt for take out considering the cleanliness and small size of the dining area/ ordering counter. (I think the kitchen was bigger than the sitting area). The options for a vegetarian were minimal (tortillas and/or cabbage salad?). For all you pork and beef loving carnivores out there, this is more authentic and taste-worthy than any other Mexican joint around. I watched my parents eat up the soup, the slow-roasted pork burrito and tacos within minutes. I'm not sure if it was lengua soup or caldo de res, but it was ahhmmaaazziing according to them as well as their friends that suggested the place. Perfect for a hangover or stomach aches. The fresh tortillas are better than any I've ever bought from the store! I love Arizona Mexican food.. totally different than Californian. I suggest, if you're ever in that area, make this one of your go-to spots! Don't be scared! Everyone's stomachs were perfectly fine the next day.. ;-D

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    Service was great, it was very fast, Price was ok it wasn't that inexpensive, hard to find

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    2 years ago

    Tasty burgers for a reasonable price if you're in a hurry, but want a homestyle cooked burger this is your place

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    5 years ago

    Quick bite, Mexican food, with freshly made aguas frescas, authentic and very yummy .

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    10 years ago

    The best soft tacos I have had north of the border. Small and clean restaurant that is budget friendly

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    9 years ago

    Simply put, this place is amazing. The food and service is consistently awesome.

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    Sonora Mia Restaurante

    Sonora Mia Restaurante

    4.7
    (37 reviews)
    10.1 mi

    Great service a real friendly place to have a good meal with your family you can sit outside and is…read morea pet friendly place.

    When our family suddenly found ourselves needing catering for a Celebration of Life with only a few…read moredays' notice, Danielle and the entire team at Sonora Mia Restaurante came through for us in a way we will never forget. I reached out on Friday hoping to find catering for a gathering on Monday morning that was set as just a graveside service in Tubac. With such short notice and so many unknowns, like the location we were still working on securing, I wasn't sure what would even be possible. Danielle immediately put me at ease. She was accommodating, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with during a stressful time. One of the biggest challenges was estimating attendance. This is a large, multi-generational family with deep roots in Southern Arizona, but because the burial was planned on such short notice and scheduled for a Monday morning, we knew attendance would be difficult to predict. Danielle allowed us the flexibility to adjust our estimated headcount and add additional servings to ensure we had enough food for everyone who attended. What impressed me most was the dedication of her team. They were up at 5:00 a.m. preparing fresh food the morning of the event and arrived with plenty of time to get everything set up before guests arrived. Their professionalism allowed family and friends to focus on gathering, visiting, and remembering our loved one rather than worrying about logistics. The food was outstanding. We chose three different meat selections for tacos, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and exactly the authentic Sonoran-style Mexican food my husband's family has known and loved for generations. They even brought a hot plate to keep the tortillas warm and fresh throughout service. The biggest surprise hit of the day was the Watermelon Agua Fresca. It was made fresh that morning and was absolutely perfect for a warm Southern Arizona day--refreshing, light, and not overly sweet. The fresh limeade was equally delicious and a favorite among our guests and so were the homemade Churro's and cake pops. The team handled everything. They brought their own serving tables, serving utensils, chafing dishes, and equipment. They kept the line moving efficiently, served guests with kindness, and made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Best of all, we had plenty of food. Nothing creates more stress when hosting a large gathering than worrying about running out, and thanks to Danielle's guidance and preparation, that was never a concern. In a small town like Tubac, businesses often become part of the community fabric. Danielle and her team exemplify exactly what that means. They stepped up on incredibly short notice, adjusted their schedules, and helped our family create a meaningful gathering to celebrate the life of JJ Gastelum. We are deeply grateful for their professionalism, flexibility, kindness, and outstanding food. If you're looking for authentic Sonoran cuisine, reliable catering, and a team that genuinely cares about their customers, I cannot recommend Sonora Mia Restaurante or the Saint Ann's Community Hall highly enough.

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    Family and Friends enjoying Sonora Mia Restaurante taco bar.
    Family and Friends enjoying Sonora Mia Restaurante taco bar.
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    Cocina La Ley

    Cocina La Ley

    4.7
    (166 reviews)
    9.3 mi
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    I travel to Nogales every so often, and when I finally arrive to visit friends, they know that the…read morevery first question out of my mouth is, "Is Cocina La Ley open today?" It's true. I've been going there for about 10 years, and without fail, their seafood is always consistently delicious. Although most of the locals are probably very aware of this small yet mighty restaurant, it's tucked away in an unassuming location - it doesn't look like much from the outside, but as they say, "Don't judge a book by its cover." I always order the large ceviche, which comes with tostadas, and I also get a side of warm tortillas. When I get that large bowl in front of me, I just can't wait to dig in. But first, I absolutely must put a couple of drizzles of their out-of-this-world made-in-house tamarind hot sauce on top of each bite. I can't begin to describe how amazing this sauce is - just a little sweet, but hot enough to burn your face off. What makes it amazing is it's flavor is so unique and complex. One time I visited, and I saw that there wasn't any hot sauce on the table. I asked the server and he said that they were in the middle of making a new batch. After telling him that I came all the way from Florida for their sauce (and ceviche, of course), the owner came by and sold me a couple of jars of the deliciousness. We had a great conversation about their food, their hot sauce, and how much love they put into their 30 year plus establishment. Back to the food - the shrimp in the ceviche is perfectly bite-sized and always tender, in perfect proportion to all of the other ingredients. The liquid is delicious enough to slurp up at the end of the bowl. I also started ordering the fried shrimp tacos the last few times I went to La Ley. A small plate comes with a simple warm tortilla and perfectly breaded fried 2-3 pieces of shrimp. Their sauces and toppings bar has everything you need to complete the taco - pickled onions, cilantro, tomatoes, onion, etc. With some of their creamy sauce and more of the tamarind hot sauce, each bite is a moment in heaven. Like the ceviche, the shrimp is tender, the breading is fluffy, not oily, and when you put together spicy, creamy, salty, sweet, and sour, you've got one of the most satisfying dishes I can think of. Clearly, I love this place. As I sit here writing this over a thousand miles away (having just visited), I wish I was back in Nogales to visit La Ley.

    This place is simple, cool, clean, and very comfortable. The food is absolutely amazing. Yes, when…read moreI first hear about this place I was like: yeah, maybe another "wannabe" good Mexican place. BUT oh god, this place is delicious!!!!!! The service is good, you have to order first at the cashier, and then seat. They also have this salsa bar where you can find the cilantro, diced onion, matcha salsas and other toppings.

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    A real Mexican Restaurant just this side of the border.
    A real Mexican Restaurant just this side of the border.
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    Joe's Place - mexican - Updated July 2026

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