Cielos

Name: Cielos
Address: 306 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, United States, 85711
Telephone: (520) 320-2014
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

953 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Cielos at Lodge on the Desert offers one of the best dining options in Southern Arizona. Dine on contemporary seasonal cuisine that pays tribute to Southwest ingredients. Complemented by classic craft cocktails featuring local spirits and a delectable wine list, Cielos is the perfect place for a romantic night out or a casual happy hour with friends.
The intimate space is framed with floor-to-ceiling windows and overlooks a spacious secluded Saltillo-tiled outdoor private patio featuring bistro string lighting, a four-sided, tiled fireplace for optimal year-round al fresco dining. Cielos and its Bar both reflect a genuine, richly authentic Southern Arizona historic charm and ambience including rough-hewn artist-design hand-painted wood beams, Mexican tin chandeliers, floating potted plants and shade sails.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 24, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

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Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

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Takeout

(520) 320-2014

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Creative Western, Southwest
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(520) 320-2014
Website
http://www.lodgeonthedesert.com/en-us/dining
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Miguel Heredia
Catering
For meeting and event planners from mid-size conferences to seminars; class reunion to family reunion; awards dinner to recognition lunch to civic breakfast; Lodge on the Desert's location is convenient and accessible. For banquets or catering of any sort, let Lodge on the Desert staff help facilitate a memorable event. To check event guest room or event room availability for your retreat, reunion, conference, or corporate meeting, please contact us.<br />

Location
306 N. Alvernon Way Tucson, AZ 85711
Neighborhood
Midtown
Cross street
Broadway
Parking details
Lodge on the Desert offers its guests and diners ample, dedicated, private, complimentary, lighted parking lot.
Public transit
A SunTran stop is conveniently located less than one block from the Lodge's main entrance.
Entertainment
Live music from 6:30pm - 8:30pm on Fridays for our Date Night special! Classical guitar played by Dr. Eduardo Minozzi Costa will play in the air!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

House Guacamole$9.00
Roasted Green Chile, Corn, Cotija Cheese, Chips
Short Rib Bites$16.00
Honey Chipotle Glazed Thinly Sliced Grilled Short Ribs, Micro Salad, Desert Spiced Fries
Grilled Lamb Chops*$17.00
New Zealand Grilled Lamb Chops, Pepita Salsa, Fresno Chile Peppers, Shaved Fennel, Arugula Salad, Tomatillo Vinaigrette
Crab Chile Relleno Fundido$13.00
Creamy Crab Stuffed Hatch Green Chile, Menonita Queso, House Pico de Gallo, Warm Corn Tortillas

Entrée Salads

House Salad$11.00
Artisanal Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Shaved Red Onions, Cucumbers, Chipotle Agave Vinaigrette
Spinach Salad$14.00
Strawberries, Blood Oranges, Queso Fresco, Roasted Pepitas, Blueberry & Serrano Vinaigrette
Summer Grilled Salad$15.00
Fire Roasted Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Red Bell Pepper, Corn, Point Reyes Blue Cheese Crumbles, Crispy Shallots, Roasted Pepper Vinaigrette

Entrées

Lodge Southwest Fajitas*$19.00
Marinated Flank Steak, Roasted Peppers, Charro Beans, Spanish Rice, Avocado, Lime, Cabbage, Warm Corn Torillas
Cielos Club$15.00
Buttered Brioche Toast, Oven Roasted Turkey, Candied Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Chipotle Mayo, Desert Spiced Fries
Green Chile Tamales$18.00
Roasted Hatch Green Chile Crispy Tamales, Zucchini Squash and Peppers Calabacitas, Cotija Cheese, Poblano Crema, Corn Rajas
Lodge Burger*$16.00
House Pressed Angus Beef, Pepper Jack Cheese, Tomato, Lettuce, Lodge Pickles, Applewood Smoked Candied Bacon, Barrio Blonde Orange Serrano Marmalade, Desert Spiced Fries
Jackknife Tacos$15.00
Pick Three: Carnitas | Carne Asada | Shrimp. Cabbage, House Pico de Gallo, Cotija Cheese, Lime, Salsa de Casa, Spanish Rice, Charro Beans, Warm Flour or Corn Tortillas
Lodge Pasta$17.00
Chipotle Cream Sauce, Seashell Pasta, Tomato, Roasted Poblano, Queso Fresco, Toast Points
Pollo Asado$20.00
Grilled Half Chicken, Roasted Corn Mousse, Sautéed Baby Carrots, Broccoli Rabe, Buttered Green Onions, Chicken Jus

What 953 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Tucson
Contemporary American
Tucson
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OpenTable Diner
Tucson
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service3ambience5
Service on this visit was slow. Got the impression they were short staffed. Server seemed rushed.
CW
CassiW
Las Vegas
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Service was excellent
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this sweet, intimate restaurant! We’ve been several times with different friends and have never been disappointed. Great, friendly service, interesting menu with well prepared dishes that are almost to pretty to eat. Lovely cocktails to compliment the experience. It’s a regular stop when we’re in Tucson
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Cher
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We absolutely loved dinners at Cielo’s. The food was delicious and the was outstanding!
TL
TilL
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience3
Service was terrible, my wifes salad was so salty and spicy it was inedible, shrimp were dry and chewy. Chile relleno was a pepper smothered in cheese , tamales were puffy and tasteless.
JH
JayH
Minneapolis
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall2food5service1ambience3
The food was excellent but the service was so slow, it was painful. It was very disappointing. Try the tamales—they are excellent.
d
daniels
Tucson
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall1food1service4ambience4
We decided to give Cielos a try for Mother's Day. I had a party of five. Somehow, I was not aware that this was a buffet style dining prior to arrival and only became aware once we were seated. We read a make to order menu online. I'd considered leaving but being that this was Mother's Day, I decided to give them a try since we liked the atmosphere. Honestly, we should have just moved on. The food in all of our cases wasn't consistent with what we were expecting or what was researched. Basic buffet style beef, chicken and seafood that definitely had a picked over feel to it. There were some okay options, but not much variety. Some in our party selected the shrimp but had to pull the shells off themselves. The beef was way too raw for my taste, but to each their own. The overall food quality was poor. There were flies in the buffet area as well as in the indoor dining area, so that also took away from the experience. The dessert had a very "continental breakfast" feel to it. The high point was the drinks which were pretty good. I could go on but this is already becoming a long post. My jaw almost hit the floor when I was presented with a $408 bill for my party of 5. It amounted to $58/head for the buffet. We had two alcoholic drinks and no one went back for seconds due to the options/condition of the buffet area. The 15% gratuity was included in the bill. That gratuity seemed a bit high to me given that this was buffet. I paid so as not to put any more of a damper on the evening, but to say that we were disappointed would be an understatement. I have no problem paying that and more for a good meal, but frankly this wasn't it. Our server was pleasant enough, but he wasn't enough to offset the negatives. I think he could sense our dissatisfaction and we weren't there that long. At that point, I was resigned to getting out of there and addressing things with management on Monday.
j
joea
Tucson
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
we've been there before. Always enjoyed the place. Food quality at the buffet was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and the Monsoon Margarita was AMAZING!! Tamales were delicious and all around a great place!
DP
DanielP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, good service. Glad I made reservations.
M
Maxima
Phoenix
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience5
Niece’s Birthday
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Alex
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
It was okay. Nothing special. Pricey compared to other restaurants that have better food
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xnyr
Washington DC
153 reviews
vip
3.0
153 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
This was our 2nd visit to Cielos in two weeks. The first time was fantastic. This time, less wonderful. The food was terrific both times, great choices, all well-prepared and satisfying. But this time, something was causing a big delay in service and possibly a backup in the kitchen. We waited a half hour to place our orders and over a half hour to get our salads. The patio is pleasant as long as you are seated outside the cave-like covered area. The wine list is poor and they were out of 2 of our selections. At this price point, they should have much better wine options.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Omaha
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our anniversary here with friends. It is a smaller intimate setting with a pretty patio. The service was excellent. Everyone liked their meal. I liked that there were a lot of different vegetables on the plates, different combinations. We had a great time and would totally recommend
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sonnyw
Dallas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a fantastic experience for Easter. My family loved it. Thanks
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service as always. Sat outside and it was beautiful.
AH
AudreyH
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate in the outside patio away from the guitar player, so conversation was enjoyable. Food was delicious. I had the lamb chops which I seem to order frequently. They are cooked to perfection. Waitress was accommodating and meal was served in a timely fashion. Lovely ambiance.
SL
SusanL
Key West
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall3food1service2ambience4
Food was very expensive and very small portion service was very slow ambience nice
C
Campbellsreviews
Tucson
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
We forgot to check in for our reservation but it wasn’t busy at all at 4pm. Margarita was delicious and appetizers were good! The patio area is really beautiful and it was quiet enough for our group of 4 to talk. I would go back again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My fiance and I came during dinner. It did get very busy and I was a little disappointed I wasn't given the table I requested, especially considering that the table stayed empty for the night. I understand though that should a larger group arrive they would have needed the table. Overall it was a good experience though. I actually met my fiance here and we had our first date here. The manager made sure we had water throughout our meal and our waitress was attentive though she was slammed with work. She recommended an amazing wine that paired well with my steak dish. The food itself surpasses expectations in every way. The desert was absolutely divine, it's hard to find a good lemon bar, Cielo is clearly the place to get it . As a formally trained chef, I recognize the passion and effort put into each dish. The presentation is magnificent. We started with the lamb chops, they were so tender and tasty. My steak was ordered medium rare and came to me absolutely perfect the accompanying jicama salad was nice and fresh. My fiance ordered the pork chops and they too came cooked to perfection. The Chihuahua cheese side dish was very unique and went well with the overall dish. Very flavorful dishes The cooks and the chef should be very proud of what they do. Definitely a solid date night. This is a restaurant I'd definitely recommend. It seems to be more lively at dinner time with large crowds for the outdoor patio and bar area but it's nice. Everyone seems to be genuinely enjoying themselves here, including staff and that's rare to see.
E
Elvira
Tucson
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed the patio seating and the guitar player. Dinner was excellent and so was the service.
KL
KarenL
Phoenix
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Here for a work trip and we were delighted with the menu, service and the ambiance!!! A must for anyone who likes fine dining…
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xnyr
Washington DC
154 reviews
vip
5.0
154 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The 4 of us were totally delighted with Cielos. The waiter, Ian, was charming and very helpful. The patio was beautiful and very comfortable on a mild evening. Salads were good, although the House was very spicy. The entrees were sensational: Green tamales were de-constructed and delicious; the Pork was yummy with very nice sides; and the Barramundi was exceptional. Very good portion size. Only complaint was the high prices on the wines, which did not merit over $50.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service is always exceptional! We always make a point to get Wes as our server, and each time he always goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect.
EP
EllenP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Amanda is always a gracious waitress. We dine there often when we stay at Lodge on the Desert. Noisy this visit as there was a large group seated near us.
AH
AnthonyH
New York Area
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall3food4service1ambience5
This was a nice restaurant at our hotel, but we waited an inordinate amount of time to be seated for dinner even though we were standing at the hostess stand for about 10 mins with staff just walking past us. Breakfast the next morning was not better. We were seated but not served until we finally caught one of the staff members. Sad service for such nice accommodations otherwise.
FC
FCtmo
Denver
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Cielos was a dining highlight of our stay in Tucson. The atmosphere and food were wonderful, especially if you can enjoy an outdoor table. Prices are reasonable. Not a fancy place but one that will not disappoint. (We can't say the same for Lodge on the Desert...).
C
Christine
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed dining on their patio! Food was great! Tables were well spaced from others, and we could still hear the live musician playing.
LV
LeahV
Seattle
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
We had a lovely dinner on the outdoor patio on a Friday night at Cielos after snagging a reservation last minute. They were also able to seat us upon arrival even though we arrived early. What a nice surprise! They had live music and heaters going on the patio, and I honestly could’ve sat there all night enjoying both (and the wine). The guacamole appetizer was so good we ended up ordering 2 rounds. We also tried the green tamales and barramundi and both were excellent. I agree with other reviews that the service was a little on the slow side, but considering the current times with lack of staff and the beautiful Tucson nights, I didn’t mind at all. We will definitely be back!
AZ
AZmom
Phoenix
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I love the spot. It is a must on every Tucson trip.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celios is an awesome place. We have been waiting for a menu change for about 6 months, but this is a wonderful restaurant with good drinks and mains. Our regular spot and top choice in Tucson
JR
JRuss
Seattle
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall2food3service3ambience1
We went to this restaurant as it had many positive comments. The first thing we noticed was we were younger than anyone in the place and we are in our 50s. There was a wedding in a nearby room and they were all singing “going to the chapel”. Then the lounge singer started up and it was just too much. We left before having anything.
JT
Jane77877Texas
New Orleans
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Ben, the bartender saved the day. We were promptly seated and then saw no one for 15 minutes and then were served water. We finally caught some one’s attention. Ben came over and apologized for the delay. He then gave us outstanding service and honestly the best margaritas ever! The food was very good too. The breakfast at Cielos are amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved eating outdoors.
S
Sandman
New York Area
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Outdoor courtyard surrounded by resort hotel in center of Tucson. Small, comfortable, pretty, Moderately priced. Great service. We ate outside. Not too busy midweek.
JM
JoseM
New York Area
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great place, great food. Service was a bit slow, but great experience overall.
H
Haardrock1141
Phoenix
170 reviews
vip
5.0
170 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
An outstanding dining experience. The salmon was excellent as was the service. If you like dessert or churros, Cielos is your place.
KS
KathieS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time here and we loved it. Will definitely be back.

FAQs

Cielos offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 320-2014.

Cielos is rated 4.3 stars by 953 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 24, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(520) 320-2014

306 N. Alvernon Way Tucson, AZ 85711

Additional information

Cross street
Broadway
Neighborhood
Midtown
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Creative Western, Southwest
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Lodge on the Desert offers its guests and diners ample, dedicated, private, complimentary, lighted parking lot.
Public transit
A SunTran stop is conveniently located less than one block from the Lodge's main entrance.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Miguel Heredia
Entertainment
Live music from 6:30pm - 8:30pm on Fridays for our Date Night special! Classical guitar played by Dr. Eduardo Minozzi Costa will play in the air!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lodgeonthedesert.com/en-us/dining
Phone number
(520) 320-2014
Catering
For meeting and event planners from mid-size conferences to seminars; class reunion to family reunion; awards dinner to recognition lunch to civic breakfast; Lodge on the Desert's location is convenient and accessible. For banquets or catering of any sort, let Lodge on the Desert staff help facilitate a memorable event. To check event guest room or event room availability for your retreat, reunion, conference, or corporate meeting, please contact us.<br />

Cielos

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Pork Chop

Pan-Seared Barramundi

Green Chile Tamales

Menu

Starters

House Guacamole$9.00

Short Rib Bites$16.00

Grilled Lamb Chops*$17.00

Crab Chile Relleno Fundido$13.00

Entrée Salads

House Salad$11.00

Spinach Salad$14.00

Summer Grilled Salad$15.00

Entrées

Lodge Southwest Fajitas*$19.00

Cielos Club$15.00

Green Chile Tamales$18.00

Lodge Burger*$16.00

Jackknife Tacos$15.00

Lodge Pasta$17.00

Pollo Asado$20.00

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