Renee's Organic Oven prides themselves on serving the best pizzas in all of Tucson. It starts with their organic ingredients, including staples like flour, eggs and olive oil. To top that off, their like to feature toppings that are sourced locally, including tomatoes and red bell peppers. Gluten-free pizza is also offered, as well as a selection of salads and homemade desserts. If you don't feel like pizza, pastas are also available and include selections like penne pesto and chicken and pesto lasagna.
Set against the backdrop of a Santorini mural that sums up the theme of this undiscovered gem, It's Greek to Me serves authentic Greek and Mediterranean delicacies. A dedicated delicatessen which is part of the restaurant offers regional sandwiches with fillings such as house-roasted turkey, pastrami, lightly fried chickpea, tzatiki and provolone cheese, among others. For a full meal, you can rely on their fantastic Flaming Tiri Saganaki that whets your appetite for what's to follow later. Main courses bring along food treasures from the Mediterranean coast that include Braised Lamb Shank, Spanakopita and Gyro Plates with broiled lamb and beef.
If you are growing tired of your normal burger place, take a tasty trip to Zinburger. All of their gourmet burgers are made with Certified Angus beef, and come in varieties like the Breakfast Burger with a fried egg, applewood-smoked bacon, avocado and american cheese. Their milkshakes are great too, as are their hand-cut sweet potato and truffle fries. As their name suggests, Zinburger also has a selection of wine pairings that go great with whatever burger you just ordered.
Don't plan on too many other activities on any Sunday that starts with brunch at The Canyon Cafe. Not only will the meal be the highlight of your day, but you're likely to be too full to function after wards. Start with Eggs Benedict, perhaps, then work your way through the carving station and be sure to stop off at the seafood spot. Put in your order with the pasta chef, but be sure to save room for a trip to the dessert station. This gourmet marathon is sure to be one of your most memorable meals in Tucson.
An upscale atmosphere and charm is omnipresent at The Westin La Paloma's signature restaurant, Azul Restaurant & Lounge. Decked in style and grandeur, the interiors make it a perfect venue for special occasions like business luncheons, formal gatherings, romantic dinners and parties. The Catalina mountains stand out like a beautiful visage peeking from the floor-to-ceiling windows, lending a uniqueness to the venue. On the menu one will find elaborate creations of favorite American standbys like the sliders and calamari. The small plates and charcuterie are perfectly complemented by the bespoke wine list. Post dining, patrons can relax in the lounge with robust cocktails and music. Overall, the experience is one that cannot be missed whenever you're stopping by Westin La Paloma.
Noted Tucson restaurateur Daniel Scordato has created an energized eatery that combines a cosmopolitan atmosphere with his contemporary takes on the Italian classics. The restaurant feels open and airy, with a surprisingly urban ambiance for Tucson. Specialties include a pork tenderloin with fontina and spinach, a crab-stuffed chicken breast and linguine pasta with salmon. A large wine list features many Italian offerings with a good number of selections.
Located at the Hilton El Conquistador on Tucson's northwest side, Dos Locos offers its original version of Nuevo Latino cuisine to both resort guests and visitors. Enjoy views of the rugged Santa Catalina Mountains, surrounded by columns, arches and big windows, or sit on the shaded patio and listen to live jazz on weekend evenings. Experience El Conquistador's own southwestern creations: local ingredients are used to make mostly Mexican-style fare such as Fajitas and Chimichangas, or the famous seafood special. There is a good selection of domestic and foreign red wines.