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    The Thirsty Lizard Bar & Grill

    4.3 (46 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Donkey Balls with marinara

    This place was worth the stop. Wonderful, friendly service, the drinks and food were delicious. Highly recommend the Donkey Balls and Lizard Tails-so good! French Onion Burger and Chicken Strips were excellent as well. House made blackberry margarita and old fashioned were unique and worth going back for.

    Mickey C.

    Wow. This is a diamond in the middle of nowhere! The staff were friendly and did well with our party of 20. The food all came out hot and we didn't wait long. The donkey balls were yummy little pizza balls. Don't let the $20 Philly fool you. It is huge and can be shared and it was authentic Philly made. Yummy!!

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    Cristian R.

    Awesome place, great atmosphere with the best staff that's so welcoming with great attitudes. This place has changed from what it was before, it's been renovated and it's super clean with a good looking bar and a gme area with many options to relax and have fun. The food is on point and the drinks are just as good. This place pretty much either has live music or karaoke going on in the weekends which is definitely worth a stop to see. I've gone a.few times and feel bad I havent done this review before, because the establishment and the amazing staff deserve recognition for how good this place is. Check it out you wont be let down.

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    Worth the stop and the food was really good! Dog friendly, dog menu, good salads and excellent Philly. We will be back.

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    If you're looking for a cool place, cool food and amazing people, you have found a place!!! Great folks, thank you for the experience.

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    Excellent food and service. They carry locally made sauces and seasoning too. In-house freshly made salsa - delish!!

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    Great music, good food, friendly fast service. Good beer. This place is on my revisit list

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    Excellent service and Food. I had the Taco bowl. Healthy and great! Also had the homemade chips as an appetizer. Excellent.

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    great veggie burgers and I plan to try some of their other menu items. nice vibes!

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    Nice bar! Wings were fantastic! Burgers and tacos were also very good! Parking available in front. Great for groups.

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    Ask the Community - The Thirsty Lizard Bar & Grill

    What are your current hours and are you open for dine in? :)

    At this time, we are only open Friday & Saturday from noon to 8pm and Sunday until 7pm. And yes, we are dine-in or take-out!

    Why does this place close so early?

    Because out in the "middle of nowhere", it seems the sidewalks roll up around 7pm during the week. We were open until midnight every night for the first several months. It was pretty pointless to stay open past 8pm during the week. And we are family… 

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    Bisbee's Table - Kid's burger and fries

    Bisbee's Table

    3.9(696 reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$

    I stopped by Bisbee Table while visiting Bisbee back in February. I had such a great experience…read more The restaurant is really cute and has a cozy, unique atmosphere the fits the character of Bisbee perfectly. It's located in Copper Queen Plaza, which has several little shops and businesses so you can easily walk around and explore. I ordered the pizza and calamari and it was delicious. Everything came out fresh and flavorful. I'll definitely come back here the next time I'm in Bisbee.

    This place is always busy on the weekend when tourists flood the streets of Bisbee. So I chose to…read morecome by again on a Monday night at 8:15pm. I was the last customer of the day. I had my dog with me and was told I could sit inside, right by the entrance. Two other tables had just left. All the server asked me is if my dog was friendly. Yes, he was at his best behavior. I ordered a Frick'n chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. Both were delicious! While I'm not fond of jalapenos, the few on the bun weren't overpowering. The chicken breast was large and the sauce, pickles, tomato slice and onions were plentiful. I got excellent service since it was just me and Hansel. The ambiance is old rustic, with an open ceiling and high rotating fans. I've been here before when the place was crowded and loud, but tonight was a quiet date night with my dog.

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    Big Nose Kate's Saloon - Vegan  Impossible Burger

    Big Nose Kate's Saloon

    3.8(817 reviews)
    23.5 mi
    $$

    Live music. Burgers and sandwiches. Full bar. Waitstaff in costume…read more We dined here on a Saturday during lunch. The room was packed with people standing at the bar. A very good keyboard player was live throughout our visit singing location appropriate songs like "The Gambler" by Kenny Rogers. We were seated by the host with newspaper style menus. The menu includes pub fare including apps, salads, sandwiches, burgers and personal size pizza. There is a kids menu, but it's not really a kid venue. It's quite loud and there are paintings and photos of nudes scattered throughout. Also, no diaper station, just fyi. Food was good and it came out in reasonable time. My bbq brisket sandwich was lean and the sauce well balanced. I upgraded my side to a salad. It was a good portion size and fresh with dressing on the side. There are limited 'sit down/table service' places to dine in the historic area of tombstone. This one is lively, right in the heart of the area. Gift shop on the lower level, down a steep circular staircase, has a lot on offer. Boots to hats and under things. Toys, jewelry, accessories and tshirts. The back room is preserved as it was with a hole down to a mine (that is blocked up now). Restrooms are older but clean, located at the back where you'll find a veterans memorial hallway and atm machine. Parking on side streets or public lot.

    I would say this is probably the more touristy place to get food here in tombstone, but honestly I…read morewould say it's the place to go. The food is pretty good, but the atmosphere is amazing! There is a lot of history and fun stories to be told. I got the award winning pastrami sandwich. It was pretty good, not sure award winning level but J would happily come back! People are friendly, live music is great, and it's just an all around good time. If you could only go to one restaurant in Tombstone, come here!!

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    Big Nose Kate's Saloon - The stain glass was beautiful

    The stain glass was beautiful

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    Union Public House

    Union Public House

    3.5(1.3k reviews)
    87.9 mi
    $$

    We stopped in on a Tuesday afternoon, not knowing that Social Hour (3-6pm) had started. We had our…read moredog with us so we needed to stay on the patio.T We each had a beer. I had my blood orange wheat and he had a milk stout. We sat on a comfy couch next to a large Bouganvilla shrub with nesting birds. Those birds kept buzzing over us. I enjoyed watching them. The inside is nicely decorated with solid wood tables and an extensive whiskey bar. The beer and wine list is also impressive. Service and ambiance were both very good, but the only thing I wish the place offered were misters for outside seating. We were the only ones outside and we are an older couple, so it wasn't economical to have any misters running.

    Union Public House has become a regular spot for me and my girlfriend. We're there almost every…read moreweek, sometimes twice a week, especially on Saturdays when there's an event, a game on, or something going on in the plaza. That whole St. Philip's area always has a great energy, and UPH is a big part of that. There's usually a crowd, live music or sports on, and it feels like one of those places where you can bring friends from out of town and know it'll be a fun time. Food is consistently solid. The grilled chicken sandwich is my go-to and it's good every time. We both usually get one, and a lot of the time we'll add buffalo wings, which are some of our favorites in Tucson. Good flavor, good texture, and always reliable. If anything, the wings could always use a little more sauce, but they're still one of the better orders on the menu. The only real issue, and it happens pretty often, is the service speed. Everyone there is friendly, but the place always feels understaffed, especially when it's busy. We've had multiple times sitting outside in the Arizona heat where it takes 15-20 minutes just to get water to the table, and you start wondering if you should go up to the bar yourself to get things moving. Once service gets going everything is fine, but getting that first round of attention can take longer than it should for how often this place fills up. Even with that, we keep coming back. The food is consistent, the atmosphere is great, and the plaza has a real sense of community that makes it easy to hang out there for a while. It's one of our go-to spots in Tucson, and it's still somewhere we bring friends when they're visiting. Food 7.5 Ambience 8 Service 7 Price 7 7.4 overall C Great place to spend time, just don't expect everything to happen quickly when it's busy.

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    Union Public House - Whiskey Wednesday

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    The Grill at Hacienda del Sol - Custom mini waffle - Sunday AYCE brunch $50 (4/2025)

    The Grill at Hacienda del Sol

    3.6(478 reviews)
    87.7 mi
    $$$

    Some places are beautiful because of where they're built. Others become unforgettable because of…read morethe people who bring them to life. Your resort is one of those rare places that has both. From the moment we arrived until the day we reluctantly left, we never felt like guests. We felt genuinely welcomed. Every interaction reminded us that hospitality isn't just something your staff does. It's who they are. Our dinner at the Grill with Nick was one of the most memorable dining experiences we've ever had. His professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail were extraordinary. He seemed to anticipate what we needed before we even knew we needed it, and his recommendations, along with the pairings from the house sommelier, elevated an already incredible meal into an unforgettable evening. The food was exceptional, but sharing it while watching the sun disappear over the horizon made it feel almost magical. It's one of those evenings we'll talk about for years. The next morning, Cal made brunch every bit as memorable. So many resorts save their best effort for dinner and let breakfast become an afterthought. Not here. The quality of the menu, the freshness of the ingredients, and the level of service were every bit as impressive. It was another reminder that excellence isn't reserved for special occasions at your resort. It's simply your standard. Preston continued that experience the following day, and Steve, our host, welcomed us with the kind of kindness that instantly makes you feel at home. Steve is one of those people who genuinely love what they do because they're that good, and they make you feel welcome. There's something special about walking into a room and feeling like people are genuinely happy you're there. That's exactly how your team made us feel. One of our favorite memories came from spending time at the Terraza Garden Lounge with Ethan. By the second visit, he already remembered our favorite drinks and greeted us like old friends. Those small moments may seem insignificant, but they're the moments people remember long after the vacation ends. They create connections that no beautiful building or incredible view ever could. Yes, your resort is stunning. The views are breathtaking, the grounds are immaculate, and every corner feels like a postcard. But if someone asked us what truly sets this place apart, our answer wouldn't be the scenery. It's your people. They create an experience that can't be manufactured or copied. They make visitors feel valued, cared for, and genuinely welcome. That's a rare gift, and it's what will bring us back year after year. I'll admit there was a small part of me that almost didn't want to write this review because I selfishly wanted to keep this little slice of heaven our own secret. But the people who made our stay so special deserve recognition. Thank you for creating memories we'll carry with us long after this trip ends. We'll be back.

    Sooooo many Tucsonians hype this place and I get it, it's beautiful the interior design work is…read morelovely, intentional, romantic and alluring. The service is top notch. The scenery is worth a million bucks. But what would put this all together? The food. The food would make this unbeatable. But unfortunately the food is below average and amateurish if I'm being honest. The drinks were the best things I had. None of the food wowed me. I had the swordfish special and it was dry and unseasoned. The risotto was okay, cooked well, but flavor was blandish. The au gratin potatoes were burnt and flavorless. The Crimini mushrooms were bland. Overall just poor food and shoddy cooking dressed up to look amazing. I was wholly disappointed and can't understand what people see in the food. Only getting 3 stars since it does nearly everything else well. It's also worth noting that I spent $202 on everything and I could've did better at Red Lobster for about half of that. I get that you're paying for location and experience in part, but having bad food for so much money should be a crime. Avoid this place if you're hungry, or if you actually like good food, but it's worth it for a good drink.

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    The Grill at Hacienda del Sol - This little sitting area right out front is perfect for waiting to be seated.

    This little sitting area right out front is perfect for waiting to be seated.

    The Grill at Hacienda del Sol - The famous Katharine Hepburn brownie to-go.

    The famous Katharine Hepburn brownie to-go.

    The Grill at Hacienda del Sol

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    Kon Tiki Restaurant & Lounge - Cole slaw

    Kon Tiki Restaurant & Lounge

    3.5(475 reviews)
    82.8 miPoets Square
    $$

    The Kon Tiki is an iconic tiki bar in Tucson and has been open since the mid-60's! My husband and I…read moretry to go with friends at least twice a year because the atmosphere, tropical drinks, dark lighting, beautiful fish tank, Polynesian masks, and retro vibe are all so fun! Recently, we decided to go in because I wanted to purchase their new tiki glass collectible. It's the first time they've come out with a glass in decades! Saguaro themed! I love it! We sat at the bar and immediately ordered a few tropical drinks and a sampler plate. It was definitely bar food but, still tasty. The biggest surprise was their ribs! They were seasoned well, the sauce was flavorful, and the meat was cooked perfectly. It hit the spot! Service was great, and the best part was the people watching. It was busy on the Saturday evening we went in and the energy was lively. We're looking forward to heading back in for one of their themed events.

    Catching up on some reviews from earlier this year…read more We went to the legendary Kon Tiki on a Sunday because it was advertised on the website and their front door as vintage tiki music and vibes from 4-11 every Sunday (image attached). Nope. Modern soft alternative playing (if that's even a thing). Some of our AZ tiki friends had told us that they have had both the best mai tai they've ever had here - and the worst mai tai they've ever had here. I ordered a mai tai hoping for the former, but received the latter. While the interior is still cool - the iconic sign is in disrepair and it feels like they're just phoning in a half-hearted attempt at keeping the bar alive - instead trading on its history. A disappointing total miss. 3 stars for the classic interior - but not much else.

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    Kon Tiki Restaurant & Lounge - Kon Tiki Itch

    Kon Tiki Itch

    Kon Tiki Restaurant & Lounge - Beef Bulgaria dinner

    Beef Bulgaria dinner

    Kon Tiki Restaurant & Lounge - Strawberry Daiquiri

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    Copper Queen Hotel - More of the common area 2nd floor

    Copper Queen Hotel

    2.9(342 reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$

    I'm gonna go on the record with a controversial opinion: Copper Queen is over-hated because it's a…read morehistoric building set in the middle of steep and hostile terrain. You have to climb a hill every time you go to the parking lot. The elevator didn't work during my trip, and judging by the reviews before my own, it probably won't work for you, either. You might have to climb 3 flights of stairs every time you need to go to your room. Yes, the air is thinner--this is about the same elevation as Prescott, or Denver. If you can brave these conditions, you will be rewarded! The atmosphere is as good as it gets, and you really feel like you've been sent back in time. There are so many cool, communal areas--a bar on the first floor, a lounge with a working piano on the second. You'll even find a balcony with some seating and one of the best views in town. It's in the center of downtown, and walking distance from almost anywhere around here you'd want to go. Not to say there isn't any room for improvement. The weather is splendid most of the year, I'm sure, but this uniquely scorching summer overpowered their antiquated AC in the middle of the day. I don't like the old-timey bathtub with the 360 curtain, but I have to admit that it looks cool. There's room for some sort of shelf in the bathroom, but I guess they never got around to that. The inconveniences are forgivable, and if you don't dwell on them so much it really helps immerse you into a sense of rugged Southwestern history.

    The staff here could not be more hostile! Even though the hotel was deserted...( I never saw…read moreanother guest) I was assigned a small, dark, room facing an air shaft-with a bed that sat on an aluminum fame no headboard and no internet. What a miserable experience and it soured my whole trip, so much so that I left after one uncomfortable night and went home. It's a non smoking hotel, but the front desk staff sits outside the front door and smokes. When we came back to the hotel after dinner they offered an upgraded room for us to move to. The hostility we felt at check in, the apathy ...the lack of welcoming we experienced was unlike anywhere else I've ever been. Not ONCE were we made to feel welcome. So we left and were told we would not receive a refund for the 2nd night that we did not use- Stay away from this place!

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    Copper Queen Hotel - More of the 2nd floor common area

    More of the 2nd floor common area

    Copper Queen Hotel - 2nd floor sitting area with a microwave, piano. Ice machine down the stairs

    2nd floor sitting area with a microwave, piano. Ice machine down the stairs

    Copper Queen Hotel - Downstairs meeting room

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    Downstairs meeting room

    Cafe Roka

    Cafe Roka

    4.5(519 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$$

    Someone at our hotel recommended Cafe Roka and described it as some of the best food they've ever…read morehad... and they were right! We called to make a reservation- if stairs are challenging choose the first floor (more accessible but louder). We were seated on the 3rd floor and it was perfect. Much more quiet and had a musician playing the guitar! Our Server was Laurel and she explained the daily specials and answered questions about the menu. We ordered the sampler which came with artichokes wrapped in bacon, dates and red peppers stuffed with cream cheese. I could have eaten like five more samplers because they were that good. For dinner, I order the Penne pasta with spicy sausage. My husband ordered the lamb meatballs, which came with couscous and chickpeas in a very mild curry sauce, which was perfect even for me. I don't need lamb and I'm not big on curry and I thought his dish was delicious. We had the creme brule for dessert and that was great as well. For drinks I ordered a Matador Rose (tequila, rose, tamarind and grapefruitz) and hubby had the Excalibur (Bourbon, blackberry, bitters). Both were SO good and fairly strong without messing with the flavors.

    First off, I want to mention the excellent service. From the host at the door to our server -- who…read morewe later discovered will soon be the sous chef -- everyone was fantastic. We arrived just under the wire as the last table seated for the evening and were fully prepared to be turned away, but the hostess kindly welcomed us in. Our server was warm, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable about both the food and its preparation. As the evening went on, we learned that this is a family-run restaurant, which only added to the charm and warmth of the experience. I ordered the mussels, one of my favorite dishes, while my girlfriend had the artichoke and mushroom lasagna. For dessert we shared the crème brûlée and a caramel nut tart with mascarpone. Both of us have traveled extensively, eaten at many excellent restaurants around the world, and this was genuinely one of the better meals we've had. The restaurant is beautifully and thoughtfully designed, the food was exceptional, and the service matched it perfectly. As a business owner myself, and as an artist who deeply appreciates craftsmanship and people doing things well, I can't express enough how much I enjoyed the experience.

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    Cafe Roka - Inside view and ambiance

    Inside view and ambiance

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