Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Tucson

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Nook - Tucson

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.

Top review

Savanna

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

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

The Cup Cafe

4.7

4.7 (2201)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Downtown Tucson

About the restaurant

Recently awarded "Top 100 Neighborhood Gems in America" by OpenTable!

Reservations are highly recommended for dinner due to limited indoor seating and high demand for patio seating.
During breakfast and lunch we do not accept reservations, *EXCEPT* on these holidays: Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

The Cup Café is a downtown Tucson tradition with a reputation for delicious, inspired fare, alive with flavor. A full-service, historic modern bistro, The Cup Café appeals to locals and visitors alike.

Enjoy the variety of The Cup’s all-day menu and the fresh, delectable, and ever-changing daily features. Selections include build-your-own omelets, unique salads, great appetizers, full-course entrees, classic sandwiches, as well as vegan and vegetarian options.

The Cup also proudly features homemade desserts, baked in-house, as well as a comfortable and expansive outdoor patio, full-service bar, unique signature cocktails, and intriguing wine selections.

Thank you!

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FrankVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Food and service were both excellent. Highly recommend at any time.

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Popular dish

Fish 'N' Chips

Popular dish

Stuffed Chicken Gnocchi

Tanque Verde Guest Ranch

4.7

4.7 (386)

$31 to $50

Southwest

Downtown Tucson

About the restaurant

The Carrillo Dining Room is warm and inviting. Whether it is the array of plated dinners, Lunch or Breakfast, this is a relaxing place to gather with your team. The room creates an environment to welcome conversation between all guests while still allowing privacy. Reserved table(s) for your group is one of our standards so you may enjoy meals together and mingle. This is a spacious area is lighted with floor to ceiling windows that allow amazing views and let in the warmth of the Old West. You’ll feel right at home with our friendly staff in the Main Dining Room.

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Nannette

Dined 2 days ago

This restaurant was unique, the food was delicious and our server, Bella, went above and beyond to make our experience wonderful.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Tucson

4.6

4.6 (3461)

$30 and under

American

Foothills

About the restaurant

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is your destination for bold flavors and warm hospitality. From expertly crafted wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood to signature cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a client, or toasting to a special occasion, Firebirds offers elevated cuisine at an approachable price. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio and let us show you what extraordinary dining feels like. Reserve your table today — we can’t wait to serve you.

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Margie

Dined 3 days ago

Great meal. The shrimp and strawberry salad with jicama and goat cheese is the fam favorite - go with the ranch dressing. Burger and fries were perfectly cooked. Great service! Thanks to Bethany, who remembered every single detail and made it look easy! We love Firebirds.

True Food Kitchen - Tucson

4.6

4.6 (1137)

$30 and under

American

Foothills

About the restaurant

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Tucson for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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JanetVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great menu and healthy choices. Wait staff are pleasant and helpful.

Stables Ranch Grille - Tubac Golf Resort

4.5

4.5 (931)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Tubac

About the restaurant

Stables Ranch Grille at Tubac Golf Resort & Spa serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Stables Ranch Grille is named for its historical significance of being the famed Otero ranch an actual stable back in the day. Our rustic dining rooms reveal the original Spanish cobblestone floor and massive hand-hewn beams. Enjoy American Southwestern cuisine featuring appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pasta, fresh seafood, steaks, chops, and southwestern specialties. Friendly service, fine-casual cuisine, and a comfortable atmosphere combine for a rustic yet upscale dining experience with incredible views of the Santa Rita Mountains. Two dining rooms, two patios, and a large bar provide several areas to dine or relax with a tasty beverage.
You won't want to miss our famous bar complete with saddles for barstools.
If your desired time is not available, phone (520) 398-3515. Reservations are not necessary for breakfast or lunch but are recommended for dinner and for patio seating.

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David

Dined 2 days ago

The food was excellent, the waitresses need improvement to become more personable and attentive, they barely came to the table. The set up is nice with a ranch style, great view of the field with a small lake and grazing cows. We enjoy our lunch, dinner and breakfast.

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Experience

Sunday 50% off Wine of select menu

Experience

Wednesday Prime

The Grill at Quail Creek

4.5

4.5 (185)

$30 and under

Grill

Sahuarita

About the restaurant

The Grill at Quail Creek is truly a delightful centerpiece, a gathering place where neighbors come to catch up on conversation or plan that next big adventure. With the renovation and expansion complete, it now features larger indoor & outdoor dining areas, board room with fireplace for private parties, and a U-shaped bar for enjoying happy hours with friends.

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Carol

Dined on Jul 9, 2025

great menu choices, nice environment, and always good service.

Culinary Dropout - Tucson

4.4

4.4 (2881)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.

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DianaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great lunch to celebrate my assistant’s birthday! The food was wonderful as was the service!

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Signature Grill at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa

4.3

4.3 (469)

$30 and under

American

Downtown Tucson

About the restaurant

Using locally grown produce and foods inspired by Native American and Mexican traditions, Signature Grill features robust regionally inspired cooking with savory steaks, chops and seafood at a surprising level of value. The plentiful breakfast buffet and a la carte selections feature regional favorites as well as traditional offerings. Signature Grill’s patio offers breakfast or lunch under the sun or dinner under the stars. Signature Grill captures the essence of the region.

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DianeVIP

Dined on May 19, 2025

They took away our two favorite entrees (the chicken enchilada and the odd but delicious other one), but the terrific ahi tuna tacos were still available. The fish tacos were a bit dry and flavorless but otherwise, we all loved the food and drinks.

St Cruz at the Leo Kent

4.0

4 (68)

$31 to $50

American

South Tucson

About the restaurant

St. Cruz restaurant inside The Leo Kent sources many local ingredients for the menu and features local beers, wines, and liquor in the bar. It is inspired by the Santa Cruz River, which ran through Tucson and gave sustenance to generations of Tucsonans.

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SteveVIP

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Brief menu but good selections and well prepared. Service was superb. The lighting is a bit dim in the dining area. Valet parking is on the pricey side but very convenient. The chef is doing a great job in improving the dining experience!!

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