Locations: Best Of

For an elegant transport back to the 1930s, the Arizona Inn provides world-class dining in an intimate and charming resort. Centrally located, the Arizona Inn offers just the right touch of class, coupled with a sophisticated and well-executed menu. (3-8-02)

6 articles

Athens on Fourth Avenue

500 N. Fourth Ave. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

624-6886

Greek, Best Of, Menu

To sup with the gods, one needs to stroll no farther than up Fourth Avenue to Athens on Fourth. A small restaurant where Andreas Delfakis has quietly been serving the best authentic Greek cuisine in Tucson for years. (3-7-02)

7 articles

The B Line

621 N. Fourth Ave. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

882-7575

Cafes and Bistros, Best Of, Menu

A retro approach to urban food. The menu focuses on breakfast and lunch burritos, salads, pastas, soups, baked desserts and breakfast pastries. The affordable fare includes good salads, vegetarian soups, fresh burritos and pies like old family favorites. (12-19-02)

12 articles

Barnes and Noble

5130 E. Broadway Blvd. Central

512-1166

Bookstore, Best Of

9 articles

Barnes and Noble

7325 N. La Cholla Blvd. Northwest

742-6402

Bookstore, Best Of

8 articles

Barrio Brewing Company

800 E. 16th St. Central

791-2739

Brew Pubs, Best Of

This brewery, operated by the same folks who own Gentle Ben’s, is a down-home kind of joint. There are usually about 10 beers on tap, all of which are brewed right in the building. The food is pub fare done well, often using one of the house-made ales in the preparation. While burgers are the highlights, the other sandwiches are tasty and complement the beers. The service is friendly, as to be expected. (3-6-08)

6 articles

Bentley's House of Coffee and Tea

1730 E. Speedway Blvd. Central

795-0338

Coffee Houses, Best Of, Menu

Delightful desserts, coffee you can get your hands around, and lip-smacking fresh salads and sandwiches make this standard a good choice. (4-19-01)

3 articles

Berger Performing Arts Center

1200 W. Speedway Blvd. Central

770-3762

Theaters (live), Best Of

3 articles

Beverage House East

8660 E. Broadway Blvd. East side

219-6424

Store or Market, Best Of

1 article

Beyond Bread

3026 N. Campbell Ave. Central

322-9965

Sandwiches, Best Of, Menu

Also at 6260 E. Speedway Blvd. (747-7477) and 421 W. Ina Road (461-1111). Voted best bread in Tucson ever since it opened, Beyond Bread specializes in reviving the art of artisan bread, with its small batches and hand-formed loaves. Monstrous sandwiches, excellent pastries and swift service have earned this venue its status as one of the best places in Tucson to grab a quick bite to eat. (2-5-01)

16 articles

Bison Witches Bar and Deli

326 N. Fourth Ave. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

740-1541

Deli, Best Of, Menu

This college hangout earns its popularity with fresh sandwiches, tasty bread-bowl soups and enormous trays of nachos. A nice selection of beers and other alcohol add to the place's appeal. (3-10-05)

3 articles

BK's

5118 S. 12th Ave. South Tucson

295-0105

Mexican, Best Of, Menu

Also at 2680 N. First Ave. (207-2245). Nothing fancy, nothing grand, just a boatload of some of the best carne asada you're ever likely to sample. A scrumptious salsa bar with lots of goodies to complement your tacos, quesadillas or caramelos (quesadillas with carne asada) is a delightful bonus, and the Sonoran hot dogs put the usual ballpark fare to shame.

1 article

Blue Willow

2616 N. Campbell Ave. Central

327-7577

Americana, Best Of, Menu

Blue Willow has been one of Tucson’s favorite breakfast spots for decades, and it lives up to the hype. Delicious, filling breakfast food is perfect for a causal weekend meal with the family or for a morning-after cure-all. The oasis-like patio makes outdoor dining even better than usual in Tucson’s mild months. Despite being known for breakfast, Blue Willow also serves up a tasty lunch and dinner. Get there early for breakfast or prepare to wait (although the awesome gift shop makes the wait much less painful). (5-2-13)

22 articles

Bohemia

2920 E. Broadway Blvd. Central

882-0800

Galleries, Best Of

4 articles

Bon

3022 E. Broadway Blvd. Central

795-2272

Store or Market, Best Of

1 article

Bookmans

6230 E. Speedway Blvd. Central

748-9555

Bookstore, Best Of

11 articles

Brooklyn Pizza Company

534 N. Fourth Ave. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

622-6868

Pizza, Best Of, Menu

There may be nothing gourmet or innovatively outrageous about Brooklyn Pizza, but if you like your pie with a crunchy, hand-tossed crust, a savory simmered tomato sauce, lots of gooey mozzarella cheese and the traditional toppings of your choice, you've come to the right place. Sandwiches also reflect attention to the "only best ingredients" philosophy. There's nothing here that will disappoint.

4 articles

BrushFire BBQ Co.

2745 N. Campbell Ave. Central

624-3223

Barbecue, Best Of, Menu

Also at 7080 E. 22nd St. (867-6050). Walking into this little midtown joint, the smoky, sweet smell of barbecued meat will hit you, and you’ll think: There’s no way BrushFire’s meats can taste as good as they smell. Well, they can, and do. The brisket is a revelation, and the rib meat is literally falling off of the bones. Finish off the meal with the baked beans and some corn on the cob, and you’ll be fat and happy. (11-29-07)

7 articles

Buffalo Exchange

2001 E. Speedway Blvd. Central

795-0508

Store or Market, Best Of

11 articles

Buffalo Exhange

6170 E. Speedway Blvd. East side

885-8392

Store or Market, Best Of

4 articles

Buffalo Kids

6216 E. Speedway Blvd. East side

881-8438

Store or Market, Best Of

5 articles

Café Poca Cosa

110 E. Pennington St. Central

622-6400

Mexican, Best Of

This longtime local favorite helped put Tucson on the culinary map. Chef/owner Suzana Davila brings creativity, color and style to dishes from all over Mexico. The food lineup changes twice a day depending on what is available at the market. Servers describe each dish from a chalkboard menu in delicious detail. We recommend the Plato Poca Cosa, where the chef picks the three items that make up your entrée. (4-11-13)

13 articles

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