Buffet Bar & Crock Pot is a working-class watering hole has been here since 1934. It's the only bar in Tucson that opens early and, believe it or not, that's because they really do get customers at those morning hours. Home of the "Happy Minute" in the evenings, when everybody at The Buffet gets another of whatever they're drinking completely on the house. Just know beforehand that hot dogs are about as haute cuisine as it gets here.
They call themselves the "World's Darkest Nightclub" and they're not referring so much to the lighting situation as to the prevalent aura. On the ground-floor of a 1920s-era hotel, the club has many vestiges of its historic past coupled with the dark and dank ambiance appropriate to its alternative concept. This funky spot features an eclectic array of live music, from acoustic to alternative dance, which is perfectly suited to its dramatically diverse and energetically eccentric clientèle.
Consistently voted Tucson's top gay bar over the past two decades, IBT's promises customers a fun and memorable night out. Most come to IBT's for the dancing, with a DJ spinning tunes Tuesday through Sunday and a second DJ spinning Wednesday through Saturday nights. IBT's also hosts a very popular drag show every week. Don't forget about the great drink specials that are offered here, as well as their selection of delicious desserts.
Barrio Brewing Co. offers a wide variety of fresh microbrews. They have a dozen of their own Barrio Brewing microbrews on tap, including their very easy-to-drink Barrio Blonde, which has a light malt flavor. If you want some food to go along with your beer, then you are in luck. Barrio Brewing Co. features a food menu decked with options like burgers and selections of very tasty Mexican bites, including tacos and quesadillas.
Voted Best Cocktail Bar in the local media, The Shelter Cocktail Lounge has done everything to maintain its status as the first choice for martini drinkers in Tucson. Its beer bar serves nine different brands of microbrews, including Tucson's own Nimbus Brewery. If you are looking for mass-produced brews like Buds and Schlitz here, you better look elsewhere. Tt is famous for its kitsch decor dedicated to the celebrities of the 1960s. All in all, this is a great place to grab a drink and strike up a conversation.
Fashioned after an old-town public house, the Union Public House is just that. Replete with all the accouterments that go into making a pub, except with a more modern approach, this family-friendly pub serves local brews and whiskey, alongside delicious pub-grub that you can't keep your hands off. To add to that, there are TV screens for when your favorite game is on. Happy hours continue late into the night, when locals still trickle in for some of their famous French Dip Sliders and Cabbage Wraps. Mornings bring hearty brunches, while an alfresco dining area lets you sit in the morning sun mull over the day to come.
Copper Mine Brewing Company is a startup brewery in Tucson. They have started off with serving six different types of craft beer on taps like Imperial Brown Ale, Copper Ale, Pale Ale, Irish Red Ale, Blue Agave Hibiscus Blonde Ale, etc and a few more will be added making it ten craft beer taps. All beers served are of high quality and are tasty. Those who prefer snacks with their drinks can buy their food from the food trucks parked at the front of the brewery; they generally serve German and Mexican fast food items which go well with the beers. This is an ideal place to come and enjoy a pint of beer after a day’s work or simple enjoy a weekend drinking beer in the company of friends.
This brewery, named after the town of Dragoon instead of British army calvary regiments, serves amazing beer in all types of different styles. The tap room is only open five days a week, but when it is you can expect some of the best beers in town. For instance, try their hefty Imperial Stout made in bourbon barrels, it has a whopping 10.3% ABV (alcohol by volume). For lighter weights, the session beers include the Dunkel Weisse and Stronghold American, both are perfectly balanced and can be easily quaffed. Pale Ales, IPAs, lagers and other seasonal beers are usually on tap and during opening times, Dragoon usually has a few food trucks in front of the tap room in order for you to grab a bite to pair with your suds.
The minute you walk into D&D Pinball, the clanking of pinball bells and quarters jangling in pockets permeates the air. On both side of the walls, D&D has pinball machines, from classic ones like Galaga to more modern ones like Star Wars and Nightmare on Elm Street. It's located right near the 4th Avenue Shopping District and makes for a great stop after dinner or shopping; just remember to bring your quarters.
Borderlands Brewing Company situated in the heart of Tucson is a rather rustic brewery and taproom that feature brick exposed walls with beautiful paintings adorned on it. The spacious taproom, along with patrons, plays host to talented local musicians and bands who keep the customers entertained with live music. Try the amazing beer flight featuring a wide range of ales, IPAs, lagers and stouts if you want to try the best beer in Borderlands Brewing Company.
The Parish is a great place to indulge in Southern comfort food. During your visit, you must try specials like Guedry's Gumbo, Drunken Angel Pasta or Mesquite Smoked Salmon salad. The craft beers and signature cocktails are also to look out for. The glass chandeliers and rustic table settings truly exude a Southern charm. The Southern hospitality and cozy patio are sure to make your dining experience delightful and will make you plan a revisit to this place soon enough. You can also throw a party at The Parish, making the gastropub perfect for almost every occasion. Reservations are recommended.
Buffet Bar & Crock Pot is a working-class watering hole has been here since 1934. It's the only bar in Tucson that opens early and, believe it or not, that's because they really do get customers at those morning hours. Home of the "Happy Minute" in the evenings, when everybody at The Buffet gets another of whatever they're drinking completely on the house. Just know beforehand that hot dogs are about as haute cuisine as it gets here.