Recommendations for restaurants I have eaten at in Tucson, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, that showcase cuisines from around the world. Restaurants listed in alphabetical order.
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West African cuisine. They have fufu! Inexpensive.
Alafia
Middle Eastern cuisine. The kabobs are great! Inexpensive.
Aspasia Restaurant
Native American/Indigenous cuisine, in South Tucson. The dessert frybread sampler was great! Inexpensive.
Café Santa Rosa
Chinese cuisine, including Sichuan specialties. Great hot & sour soup and mapo dofu! In Oro Valley. Inexpensive.
China Valley Restaurant
Brazilian steakhouse with grilled meats & seafood plus salads. Vegetarians can fill up on the salad bar offerings. Moderate to expensive.
Churrasco de Brasil
Mexican cuisine. The oldest continuously operated family-owned Mexican restaurant in the US; in Oro Valley & 3 other locations. Inexpensive to moderate in price.
El Charro Café
Indian cuisine. In Oro Valley. The saag dishes are great! Inexpensive.
Flavor Of India
Greek cuisine. In Catalina. They do fish dishes really well. Inexpensive to moderate in price.
It's Greek To Me
Afghan cuisine. Portions are large and filling. Inexpensive.
Kabul Korner
French cuisine. A great place for a special occasion; reservations needed. Expensive.
Le Rendez-Vous
Mexican cuisine. Great salsa & chips! In Oro Valley. Inexpensive.
Mi Tierra Restaurant
Chinese teahouse and tea shop. A very relaxing place. Inexpensive to moderate in price.
Seven Cups Tucson Teahouse - Seven Cups
Mexican cuisine specializing in tamales. The market includes tamales & other products. Inexpensive.
Tucson Tamale Restaurant & Market
Italian cuisine. A great place for a special occasion. Moderate in price.
Vivace Restaurant
Ethiopian cuisine. Delicious injera! Inexpensive to moderate.
