Zona 78

Name: Zona 78
Address: 7301 E. Tanque Verde, Tucson, AZ, United States, 85715
Telephone: (520) 296-7878
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

355 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Zona 78 is defined by a dedication to create delicious, Italian-inspired dishes from scratch. From hand-tossed pizzas to carefully crafted cheese, there is passion and innovation behind every morsel.

Zona 78 is Tucson family owned and operated.

*Patio seating is first come, first serve.*

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 27, 2023

11:30 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(520) 296-7878

Other options

Order online

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, American, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(520) 296-7878
Website
http://www.zona78.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
German Otta
Catering
See our menu or call to personalize your catering needs.

Location
7301 E. Tanque Verde, Tucson, AZ 85715
Neighborhood
East Tucson
Cross street
Rancho Esperanza
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Suntran stop in front of restaurant
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Meatball Sliders$13.00
Marinara, Ricotta, Brioche Bun
Fresh Mozzarella & Tomato Bruschetta$12.00
Garlic Buttered Baguette, Basil, Balsamic Emulsion
Brussels & Bacon$14.00
Zona Made Cured Bacon Agro-Dolce
Garlic Bread$13.00
Ciabatta & Garlic Butter
Bianco Pizza$13.00
Mozzarella, Parmesan, Garlic, Truffle Oil, Black Pepper
Wild Caught Sautéed Calamari*$15.00
Fennel, Garlic, Red Chili Flake, San Marzano Cream Sauce, Grilled Ciabatta
Cilantro Hummus & Fresh Flatbread$14.00

Salads

Add Chicken +$5, Tuna* +$6.50, Add Salmon* +$12

Caesar$12.00
Sun Dried Tomatoes, Parmesan, Romaine, Zona-Made Croutons, Caesar Dressing
Chop Chop$13.50
Salami, Turkey, Tomatoes, Romaine, Cilantro, Spiced Pecans, Pears, Parmesan, Pear Vinaigrette
BLT Avocado$13.50
Apple-Wood Smoked Bacon, Tomatoes, Romaine, Parmesan, Avocado, Chipotle Dressing
Beet & Goat Cheese$13.50
Beets, Fiore Di Capra Goat Cheese, Spring Mix, Spiced Pecans, Green Onions, Sherry Mesquite Honey Vinaigrette
Sesame Tuna*$17.00
Spring Mix, Almonds, Oranges, Red Onion, Sesame Ahi Tuna, Sesame Poppy Vinaigrette
Heirloom Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella$15.00
Spring Mix, Balsamic Emulsion, Maldon Sea Salt
8" Pizza & Salad$15.50
Choice of any 8" pizza & select salad. No Whole Wheat, No Substitutions, No Gluten Free Available
Soup & Salad$14.00
Select half salad & a cup of soup
Side Salad or Side Caesar$7.00

Hand Tossed Pizza

Whole Wheat +$1, Zona-Made Mozzarella +$1, Fresh Burrata +$4, Gluten Free +$4. Make Any Pizza a 16 inch for $7 more

Tuscany (Zona Best Seller)$20.00
Zona-Made Sausage, Mozzarella, Kalamata Olives, Garlic, Caramelized Onions, Fennel, Portobellos, Basil
Margherita$17.00
Zona-Made Mozzarella, Local Organic Tomatoes, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
BBQ Chicken$19.00
Chipotle BBQ Sauce, Zona-Made Mozzarella, Cheddar, Chicken, Bacon, Caramelized Onions, Cilantro, Latin Spice
Prosciutto & Arugula$19.00
Truffle Oil, Mozzarella, Portobellos, Prosciutto, Arugula, Parmesan
Mediterranean$18.00
Feta, Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Artichokes, Pine Nuts, Cilantro Pesto
Pizzaboy$19.00
Rustic Sauce, Pepperoni, Salami, Zona-Made Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, Latin Spice
Thai Chicken$19.00
Thai Peanut Sauce, Pulled Chicken, Mozzarella, Carrots, Green Onions, Sesame Seeds, Cilantro, Latin Spice
B.Y.O. Pizza$15.00
Rustic Sauce, Mozzarella. Additional Toppings available starting at $2 each

Sandwiches

Comes with a choice of Hummus with Veggies, Fresh Fruit, Pasta Salad or House Salad

Tuscan Panini$14.00
Roasted Chicken, Mozzarella, Caramelized Onion, Green Bell Peppers, Chipotle Mayo, Ciabatta Roll
Meatball$14.00
Zona-Made Meatballs, Spaghetti Sauce, Mozzarella, Ricotta, Basil, Ciabatta Roll
Italian Chicken Salad$14.00
Chicken, Red Onions, Celery, Almonds, Cranberries, Red Grapes, Parsley, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Sourdough
Chicken Wrap$14.00
Whole Wheat Wrap, Feta, Arugula, Spring Mix, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Fresh Mozzarella, Pulled Chicken, Caesar Dressing
BLT Wrap$14.00
Whole Wheat Wrap, Bacon, Romaine, Tomatoes, Avocado, Parmesan, Chipotle Dressing
Weekly Grilled Cheese$13.00
Chef's Take on a Classic, Always Fresh & Creative
Zona Signature Burger$17.00
Brioche Bun, Tomato Agro-Dolce, House-Cured Candied Bacon, Caramelized White Onions, Cheddar, Arugula

Zona Made Pasta

Comes with a choice of cup of soup or House Salad

Gemelli Shrimp Alfredo$16.00
Fresh Gemelli, Black Pepper Alfredo, Parmesan
Gemelli Mediterranean$14.00
Artichokes, Kalamata Olives, Pine Nuts, Tomatoes, Cilantro Pesto, Feta
Spaghetti & Meatball$15.00
Zona-Made Meatball, Parmesan, Basil

What 355 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tucson
Neighborhood gem
Tucson
Neighborhood gem

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MG
MartyG
Phoenix
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
We have dined here many times and the food and service has always been very good. We have never been disappointed.
MS
MarkS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Pasta for chicken parmagiana was soggy and in turn soaked the breaded chicken. Pizza crust was burned.
Y
Yanely
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
Everything was good but the cocktails were my favorite!
E
Elby
Tucson
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
This was our second trip to Zona 78 and were not disappointed. However, this year we had our reservation after their Mother's Day event and it was evident all the servers were very tired from the earlier crowds, which we understood management underestimated the number of customers versus the number of employees. Food was once again excellent and our server, Anita, was very good. We did have reservations which made our 45 minute trip to the restaurant worth the drive. Highly recommend Zona 78.
MW
MarieW
Tucson
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience4
The shrimp Alfredo had NO taste The ribs were excellent The mediterain dish was excellent. The board was a god selection
JB
JerryB
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience3
The food arrived at our table lukewarm and was sent back to the kitchen. When the server returned with the the so called reheated food and I mean the same food we sent back, it wasn’t any warmer than before. With Zona 78 being an upscale eatery the food was definitely subpar.
AT
AmyinTucson
Tucson
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Osso Bucco was tender and flavorful. Waitress was attentive but not intrusive. A local Tucson gem!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food is so good!!!! Does not look fancy when you walk it but the food makes you think you are eating at a high end Italian Restaurant!! We keep going back and I try something different off the menu every time and Zona does not disappoint. I recommend making a reservation because the place is not that big.
LM
LisaMaria
Tucson
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zona’78 never disappoints! This time we celebrated an early Mother’s Day and two birthdays 🥳 It was a busy crowd but the service and food was fantastic!
LB
LynnB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A very nice Italian restaurant. Three of us dined: enjoyed the garlic bread appetizer, lunch time spaghetti, BYO pizza and a chicken salad. All food items were delicious.
JK
JandK1988
New Orleans
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding as usual. It was disappointing to see how many empty seats there were from 7-8pm on a Friday night. Still recovering from the pandemic, I guess. But that just makes it easier to get a table at a great restaurant.
JS
JudithS
San Diego
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Did not appreciate seeing the “3.5% service charge “ on the bill without an explanation. Had to ask server to clarify but wasn’t entirely satisfied with the answer.
A
Arib
Phoenix
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went there with our dear friend and were seated right away. Had requested a corner table and it was there right for us. Our server was very knowledgeable and we ordered a bottle of wine and dinner. My wife and I shared some appetizers for our meal. Food was very good and service impeccable. This is a great place to go out to dinner, easy parking great ambiance, service and food.
RD
RichardD
Central Coast
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience2
Noisy and overpriced. Surcharge is added to bill to subsidize wait staff.
CC
CarolC
Tucson
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Prices have steadily increased since the pandemic. We used to go to Zona's frequently, but now only occasionally. Now, Zona has imposed a 3.5% fee due to an increase in minimum wage. Food quality is not as good as before. Every time we eat there, new wait people.
S
Spinder
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent recommendation to have the blackened spice on the grilled chicken
LH
LauriH
Phoenix
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My sister had to re-order her salad because it was not indicated they were onions in the salad on the menu. Other than that it was great. With one exception, one of the servers other than our original server came to the table to try to shame my sister for not saying upfront that she was allergic to onions or eggs. There were onions on the beach salad not indicated on the menu. My husband and I eat at that restaurant at least three times a month that behavior from a server was unacceptable. Thank you, LAURI Helberg
p
pattig
Phoenix
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience4
I have been previous times and the food was great. This time was disappointing- food was bland and service was slow. Waiter was on his phone a good part of the night
OT
OpenTable Diner
Indiana
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall3food4service1ambience4
Salmon was delicious. However, the service is quite awful. The waitress checked on us twice and we were there for quite awhile. We only received 1 drink refill, meals took an hour to come out. We asked for a box and the check - it took another 20 minutes. If it weren’t for the lacking service, this place would be stellar.
C
Cactusrose
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love the Rainbow Trout. Ask for tge butter sauce on the side as it's not needed. Very flavorful
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Good food, great service. Super busy place but you get in and out fast. Make a reservation though otherwise you’ll wait awhile
HB
HeidiB
Phoenix
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was excellent. The chicken parmigiana and the garlic bread were delicious.
JP
JeffreyP
Tucson
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Zona 78. It's always a nice dining experience.
GS
GailS
Tucson
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience1
We ordered a salad with sashimi tuna but switched it to salmon. They had the nerve to charge full price for the original salad and the substitute salmon. This is quite unfair and I believe price gouging. They should be cited for this practice also they automatically added an additional fee before tip
m
msbenz
Phoenix
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great dinner and wonderful service from our server Sky! Be was very attentive and pleasant. Food was very good!
F
Food4thought
Tucson
92 reviews
vip
4.0
92 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Enjoyed out dinner at Zone 78, having not been there in awhile (last time we had a reservation, they cancelled it on us last-minute due to a private party). The food was good, the service was good...it was just a little strange that it seemed they were in a hurry for us to finish and leave (despite the fact that there were lots of empty tables). When we finished eating our entrees, the waitress came by and asked "so is that all?" Didn't push (or even offer) dessert. It was about 7:30, so not closing time. We asked for a dessert menu, and she was happy to oblige (didn't discourage it), so not sure what was up. No vegan things on the menu, unfortunately, but we're used to that, stretching to a less rigid vegetarian when we have to...
TG
ThomasG
New York Area
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
I would recommend that you not order one of their specialty drinks. There was little to no liquor put in the drink and it cost $14.
WM
WaltM
Phoenix
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always good food and friendly service!
RK
RandK
Tucson
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our favorite restaurant in Tucson: food, service and price.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waitress was great and attentive. The food was outstanding! We will definitely go back.
L
Lazz
Phoenix
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always perfectly prepared salmon; paired with buttery spaghetti squash and a smattering of arugula and crisp white onions, it is delightful. The chicken parm was a success, too. Crushed basil mojito and a prickly pear margarita topped everything off in a delightful way!
P
Peach
Phoenix
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really like Zona 78. We ask for Tiffany to be our server and she takes great care of us! Both the atmosphere and the food are great.
SB
SelenaB
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Met friends out for a holiday get together. Just four of us. I was thrilled to see a gluten free option for the pasta dishes. I had it with the Bolognese and it was very good. Our server was very nice and attentive. A very pleasant evening.
BK
BeckyK
Tucson
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
We had a nice Christmas Even dinner at Zona. My only mistake was not ordering enough food. We did not order an appetizer so I went home still hungry. The salad I ordered was declicous, however defintely didn't have enough chicken on it.
TQ
ThomasQ
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had what we thought was the best table in the restaurant waiting for us when we arrived. Lauren our waitress was great. UA game on the big screen. Mixed drink price very reasonable and entrees were very good. Little bit noisy but still fun place. We will be back.
KM
KathyM
Tucson
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really nice hostesses, GREAT server, and food was delish!
RK
RandK
Tucson
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Humus,Brussels sprouts chop chop salad,and wine.and great service.
J
Jacqueline
New York Area
116 reviews
vip
3.0
116 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Service was very slow. Food was mediocre.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tucson
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
We have been here before and have enjoyed ourselves! This was visit was just so so!
MW
MarieW
Tucson
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Good food, waitress could have been more attentive

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Zona 78 using the Order Online button. Zona 78 also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 296-7878.

Zona 78 is rated 4.3 stars by 355 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 27, 2023

11:30 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(520) 296-7878

Other options

Order online

7301 E. Tanque Verde, Tucson, AZ 85715

Additional information

Cross street
Rancho Esperanza
Neighborhood
East Tucson
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, American, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Suntran stop in front of restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
German Otta
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.zona78.com/
Phone number
(520) 296-7878
Catering
See our menu or call to personalize your catering needs.

Zona 78

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

Garlic Bread

Side Salad

Soup & Salad

Shared Plates

Meatball Sliders$13.00

Fresh Mozzarella & Tomato Bruschetta$12.00

Brussels & Bacon$14.00

Garlic Bread$13.00

Bianco Pizza$13.00

Wild Caught Sautéed Calamari*$15.00

Cilantro Hummus & Fresh Flatbread$14.00

Salads

Caesar$12.00

Chop Chop$13.50

BLT Avocado$13.50

Beet & Goat Cheese$13.50

Sesame Tuna*$17.00

Heirloom Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella$15.00

8" Pizza & Salad$15.50

Soup & Salad$14.00

Side Salad or Side Caesar$7.00

Hand Tossed Pizza

Tuscany (Zona Best Seller)$20.00

Margherita$17.00

BBQ Chicken$19.00

Prosciutto & Arugula$19.00

Mediterranean$18.00

Pizzaboy$19.00

Thai Chicken$19.00

B.Y.O. Pizza$15.00

Sandwiches

Tuscan Panini$14.00

Meatball$14.00

Italian Chicken Salad$14.00

Chicken Wrap$14.00

BLT Wrap$14.00

Weekly Grilled Cheese$13.00

Zona Signature Burger$17.00

Zona Made Pasta

Gemelli Shrimp Alfredo$16.00

Gemelli Mediterranean$14.00

Spaghetti & Meatball$15.00

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Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Zona 78 offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Zona 78 restaurant rated?

Is Zona 78 currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

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