Ba-Dar
At most Chinese-American restaurants, you're not given an option. But here, if you know enough to ask, you can experience the authentic Asian flavors of the Szechuan, Hunan and Cantonese provinces. As for decor, there's not much to talk about. But if you order right, your meal will hold all of your attention anyway. The regular menu features all of the standards including chicken, pork, beef or vegetables in typical toned-down-for-western-taste combinations and sauces. Ask for the Chinese menu (which is translated into English) and it's a whole different dining experience. Pork and preserved vegetables, smelts in a spicy sauce and salt and pepper shrimp are but a few of the exotic offerings.
JoJo's
Located in the heart of the Historic Presidio District of Downtown Tucson and tucked inside the walls of Old Town Artisans, you will find the beautiful courtyard restaurant Jojo's (formerly LaCo and Tallboys). Boasting al fresco dining, a rustic Cantina, and live music under the stars this gem certainly offers something for everyone. Named Best Outdoor Dining in the Best of Tucson
Japanese Restaurant serving Sushi and Izakaya Style Dining
Kazoku
Chef and owner Jonathan Landeen's culinary style is as distinctive as his trademark mustache. The restaurant's five southwestern-style dining rooms are kept cozy with beehive fireplaces and regional art and accessories. Ask any local where to go for buffalo or ostrich, and this place will surely be one of their top picks. Exotic ostrich and buffalo star on a menu of meaty entrees, which also includes steaks, prime rib, roast pork loin and several chicken and seafood dishes. This place opens at 3pm from Monday to Saturday. And on Sunday it is open at 5pm.
La Indita
Native American and Regional Mexican Food. Tohono O’Odham and Purépecha style. Serving the Ild Pueblo for the past 40 years!
If your ideal dining experience involves escargot, sweetbreads and Crepes Suzette, this is your dream come true! It is gorgeous, romantic, the perfect place to, well, rendezvous. Le Rendez-vous Restaurant offers two intimate dining spaces, one with white walls and beamed ceilings, the other a garden-style sun room. Comfortable banquettes, ivory linens and fresh flowers are inviting and warm. From the hors d'oeuvres to the desserts, you'll find almost every French flavor your heart desires. The wine list features (but, of course!) many French vintages.
