Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Tucson

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Tucson? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Vivace Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (9105)

$31 to $50

Italian

Foothills

About the restaurant

Rated number one for food in Tucson, by Zagat Survey, this Foothills restaurant has a Tuscan decor providing northern Italian fare, thoughtfully prepared with reasonable prices and wine list. Choose from a selection of appetizers, salads, pasta and main plates such as crab filled breaded chicken breast or grilled fresh salmon and rock shrimp. Relaxed inside and patio dining.

Top review

Josh

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

We had an amazing experience, the staff was phenomenal and our food was 5 stars hands down. We will be back for another time.

Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle

4.7

4.7 (180)

$30 and under

Mexican

West Tucson

About the restaurant

Amelia's Mexican Kitchen is a restaurant that fuses Traditional Mexican kitchen with modern twists.
Chef Jose Contreras has been named a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef: Southwest (AZ, NM, NV, OK). Named after his grandmother, Amelia, Chef Contreras brings family traditions to life with dishes like enchiladas, chilaquiles, quesabirria, molcajetes and tamales. With two locations in Tucson. Our signature dish "Amelia's Molcajete" is widely known in Tucson as one of the best.
We received several rewards for our food, the latest was 1st and 2nd place in best salsa & 1rd. place for best taco .
Amelia's Mexican Kitchen 2nd location is a cozy and modern place to share amazing food with amazing people.

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Donna

Dined 4 days ago

Even though we always go on Taco Tuesday, we rarely order the special tacos. It's still okay because all their food is amazing! For whatever reason we always get seated near the kitchen at a corner table. It's now "our" table!

Tito and Pep

4.8

4.8 (2437)

$30 and under

Southwest

Midtown

About the restaurant

Tito & Pep is a bright venue in midtown Tucson providing exceptional service, quality food and beverage, in a convivial, relaxed atmosphere.

We hope to establish ourselves as a true hub, woven into the fabric of one of Tucson's most vibrant areas. The focus of the experience at Tito and Pep is mesquite-fired cuisine, as well as a full-service beverage menu featuring quality beer, wine, & cocktails.

Applying over 20 years of experience gained across the U.S. and abroad, Chef & Owner John Martinez draws influence from the multi-cultural history of the region and from his travels, to create a cuisine that is vibrant and delicious.

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ElsieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great place-worth the wait to get a reservation. I’ve been wanting to try it for a long time and finally got a reservation-well worth the wait.

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4.8

4.8 (315)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Downtown Tucson

About the restaurant

Enjoy exceptional service and a friendly atmosphere at Nook. It's a wonderful spot for enjoying a delicious meal while catching up with old acquaintances over lunch. Nook is located just south of the Prima County Public Library on East Congress Street. It opened in 2015 and has become a trendy eatery that serves up New American cuisine. Owners Nikki and Matt Thompson along with Todd Anderson are fellow Tucsonans who love their community. Local artists have work showcased throughout this contemporary restaurant. Nook also prides itself on serving up locally sourced food. Try the Godfather Benedict with prosciutto, arugula, poached egg hollandaise and balsamic drizzle for breakfast, or come down during lunch for a green corn tamale pie with cabbage salad. It offers take-out service and is open for breakfast and lunch during the week. This restaurant also serves brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

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Savanna

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Great food and service! Perfect place for my birthday brunch!

Renee's Tucson

4.8

4.8 (1463)

$30 and under

Italian

East Tucson

About the restaurant

IMPORTANT: Due to the nature of the experience here Children under 12 are not permitted to dine in the dining room, we invite you to enjoy a childfree experience here with us. DO NOT REQUEST SEATING CHANGES IN RESERVATION NOTES. ONLY BOOK INDOOR OR OUTDOOR AND KNOW YOU WILL BE SEATED THERE ONLY. We are a tiny restaurant with limited seating. Great food, beverage, and conversation can be enjoyed indoors here with us.
We offer sincere service, alongside a taste for purity and creativity throughout our menu. This has earned our intimate spot support from locals as well as travelers. Our menu and our team cater to the many dietary needs and preferences of our guests. Featuring a small yet solid wine list, we are proud to pour an all Arizona beer list.

Our kitchen prepares everything from comfort food and foodie delights to truly healthy plates. We are looking forward to your visit, it is our pleasure to welcome you through the door and see your smiles.

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Susan

Dined 1 day ago

We had a wonderful dinner here - the food is so fresh and delicious!

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4.7

4.7 (1807)

$31 to $50

Italian

Foothills

About the restaurant

Welcome to Piazza Gavi, serving a broad range of old-fashioned Award-winning hand-made Italian food in a cheerful atmosphere.

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Eric

Dined 5 days ago

Our favorite place the food is wonderful service is outstanding and they always accommodate us so well.

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4.8

4.8 (7137)

$30 and under

American

Casas Adobes

About the restaurant

Wildflower, flagship restaurant for Fox Restaurant Concepts, raised the culinary bar when it opened in Tucson in 1998. To this day, it continues to set the standard for innovative New American Cuisine featuring a melting pot of American classics with European and Asian influences. If that’s not enough, the restaurant offers 80 wines by the bottle and 25 by the glass – an excellent range for both the wine connoisseur and the novice.

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ElaineVIP

Dined 4 days ago

My favorite restaurant in Tucson! My go to place in town! Awesome food!

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Truland Burgers & Greens

4.8

4.8 (928)

$30 and under

American

Casas Adobes

About the restaurant

Truland features a wide array of fresh chopped salads and premium burgers made with hormone/antibiotic-free beef.
A modern, fun atmosphere with an outdoor patio and a bar featuring craft beers and wine on tap.

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robertVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Fresh, tasty Truland specialty burgers and Kennebec fries matched perfectly with Maine lemonade. A wonderful meal for 6

Mojo Cuban Kitchen and Rum Bar

4.7

4.7 (231)

$30 and under

Cuban

Midtown

About the restaurant

Locally owned Cuban inspired scratch kitchen featuring traditional comfort foods with some modern interpretations, classic rum based cocktails, house made desserts, and locally roasted coffees served up in a casual contemporary environment set to lively tropical beats. Enjoy your experience on our covered patio, full indoor/outdoor bar, or in our dining room. Come see why we have been rated OpenTable Diners Choice two years in a row!

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Darren

Dined 4 days ago

This was our first time at Mojo and we were really impressed with the food, service and friendliness of the staff.

Bottega Michelangelo

4.7

4.7 (3714)

$30 and under

Italian

Oro Valley

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bottega Michelangelo, a casual Southern Italian neighborhood kitchen located in the suburban town of Oro Valley. Our menu highlights the cuisine of Southern Italy with a distinct "Italy to Table" flair. The restaurant features contemporary elements and popular Michelangelo artifacts creating the feel of a modern Italian kitchen. Guest will also find a California and Italy inspired wine list, along with specialty hand crafted cocktails. We apologize for the inconvenience, however the bar tables cannot be reserved. Thank You!

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PatriciaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great evening with our friends! Everyone loved the service and the food especially the lasagna which is always delicious and with enough for a take home “snack”. Terrific Happy Hour specials also!

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