Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle

Name: Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle
Address: 5851 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States, 85704-3813
Telephone: (520) 335-9580
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (170)

$30 and under

Mexican

5851 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704-3813

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2 people

Jun 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Lively
Great for creative cocktails

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American, Traditional Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 7:00 am–8:30 pm Thu–Sat 7:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–8:30 pm
Phone number
(520) 335-9580
Website
http://www.ameliastucson.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jose Contreras
Catering
CATERING AVAILABLE
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
5851 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704-3813
Neighborhood
West Tucson
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 170 people are saying

Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tucson
Best Value
Tucson
Innovative
Tucson
Neighborhood gem
Tucson
Best Value
Tucson
Innovative
Tucson
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle dazzles with "extraordinary food and service," boasting a menu that features "outstanding quesabirrias" and "superb shrimp ceviche." The atmosphere is lively, and the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience. Despite occasional noise levels, the "creative dishes" and generous portions make it a must-visit.

170 Reviews

R
Robert VIP
Chicago239 reviews
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The margarita was okay, not great. The food was good but they forgot some items. My server was helpful and friendly.
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Ruth VIP
Phoenix / Arizona26 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent place for Mexican food. The service is excellent and the food is absolutely delicious!! We have been here several times and have not been disappointed. This has become out new favorite place for Mexican food. Ask for Jesus for your server, he is outstanding!
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Debbie
Tucson15 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server was terrific, food never disappoints. Thank you for a fun night!
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Dave
Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food never disappoints me here Great presentation and quality. The quesabirria here is my personal favorite. Service is always personable and attentive.
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David
Tucson20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were both extraordinary. What a gem!
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Gerald
Seattle9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
They had a little trouble getting us seated on time, 30 minutes past reservation. But once seated everything was great plus they comped us a couple of appetizers. Food and service were both excellent.
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Nan
Tucson12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food here is always delicious. Simply put, the best Mexican in the city. I’ve only been to the Oracle location tho. Always a well thought out presentation, delicious flavors and perfect menu options!!! If you haven’t tried this restaurant yet, make it a priority. It won’t disappoint.
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Peter VIP
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The best-tasting Mexican food I have had in the past 30 years. The only place that may hve been a little better was a very upscale estblishment in the middle of Mexico City. The place is very popular aget a reservation and exxpect a wait
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Linda VIP
Phoenix / Arizona20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely the BEST tamales. Great service, and a really excellent margarita!
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Larry
Tucson21 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Food delicious. First, but certainly not last visit
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FAQs

Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 335-9580.

Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle is rated 4.6 stars by 170 OpenTable diners.

Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Google Map for Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle

5851 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704-3813

Additional information

Neighborhood
West Tucson
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 7:00 am–8:30 pm Thu–Sat 7:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–8:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American, Traditional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jose Contreras
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.ameliastucson.com/
Phone number
(520) 335-9580
Catering
CATERING AVAILABLE

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Amelia's Mexican Kitchen - Oracle

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What 170 people are saying

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