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Barnyard Crafthouse & Eatery

3.7 (489 reviews)
ModerateNew American
Open • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
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Shelby T.

Celebrated my dad's birthday here and they were able to accommodate a group of 16 people. We called the morning of and they had a great outdoor table for us where the kids could play nearby. The food was delicious and great portion sizes! My dad got a complimentary brownie and ice cream, which was big enough to share with everyone.

Spinach dip with pita bread
Madelyn L.

We checked out Barnyard Crafthouse on a Wednesday night and loved how laid back the atmosphere was. There was a live musician playing, which added a really nice touch. We were seated right away and chose to sit outside. It was pretty cold that night, but thankfully they have outdoor heaters, which made it comfortable. The bathroom was clean, and the outdoor kids area was awesome for my little one! For food, we ordered the spinach dip with pita bread and I'd go back just for that. It was so good! I also got the BBQ smash burger, which unfortunately was a bit disappointing. The bun was extremely dry, and the meat lacked flavor. We tried the pig tail fries and the garlic fries as well. Both were delicious, but the garlic fries tasted almost exactly like the pig tail fries, just with cheese on top?? so we weren't sure if there may have been a mix-up. Overall, it was a nice experience with a great vibe. The food was alright, with a few hits and a few misses, but we'd probably come back for the atmosphere and that spinach dip alone!

Simple burger with pigtails
Yelena R.

This restaurant is great for when the weather is beautiful in Tucson. Staff is friendly. It gets very loud if you are sitting indoors during their busy hours. Portions here are pretty big. Fish and chips is great, fish is very juicy. Burger is spectacular. Calamari has a lot of very good flavors however I didn't like that they breaded the corn on the cob. Overall was very tasty.

Fish and chips
Amelia D.

Ambiance 5/5, food 3.5/5, service 4/5. This place has a lot of outdoor seating and is great for large groups but that also means your order can get backed up. We got the cauliflower appetizer for a group of 5 people and it was the perfect snack while we waited for our main dishes, which took awhile. I got the AHI BLT with no tomato. It comes served as an open faced sandwich with a large portion of tuna, lots of sriracha mayo and another soy-based sauce. A generous portion that doesn't need fries. My cousin got the fish and chips which he raved about, and my aunt got the Baja fish tacos which were spicy. My uncle was not a huge fan of his French dip beef sandwich as the bun was a bit mushy but my sister liked her buffalo chicken sandwich with a pretzel bun. The menu itself ranged from $20-50 for some of the main dishes, which seems pricy for Tucson. The main draw is the outdoor seating and the play area behind which is good for kids. I would come back with a large group. It briefly rained while we were there and they turned off the heaters and put up umbrellas but it took them awhile to make the switch; luckily the rain subsided quickly.

Should put in sound dampening tiles
Erick D.

The service was OK. Not knowledgeable about beer and they were out of 3 beers at least that I was interested in. The place is super loud and they could benefit from some sound dampening tiles. It was weird the center aisle of tables isn't lined up in the center between the bar and the tables against the walls. My French dip sandwich was more a pot roast than French dip. Don't go here unless you live on the east side. Not worth the effort.

Nachos (huge appetizer)
Anna T.

We have never been disappointed here. Probably tried most of the menu items. The Barnyard has a really chill atmosphere that makes it a place we always list when we are trying to decide where to go. Service has been great, even when the restaurant is busy. Definitely a place we take people in town visiting. As the weather cools off, the outside seating is our go-to spot. They also have little spinner devices for your table to keep the flies away after monsoons.

Crab Louis
Gale M.

Second visit update. The venue is still lovely and the service still top notch. But potential diners and YELPers deserve to see the mouthwatering photos of what we ordered this week for lunch. First we had a delightful peach cocktail. Green chile burgers sounded inviting, but both of us decided to exit the box and go to things that aren't offered in every restaurant. I hadn't had a crab Louis salad in a very long time. Barnyard's version included tender-crisp asparagus, which I adore, and mixed olives, which I also love, in addition to the lettuce, crab, tomato, and hard-boiled egg I would expect on a crab Louie. The thousand island dressing was yummy and brought it all together. The only thing that could have improved this delectable meal would be if the crab had been cut into chunks instead of finely minced. My friend went with something we hadn't even heard of: an ahi BLT. It was gorgeous and huge! When she put on the top bread she said she'd never be able to get it in her mouth, much less eat it all. The sandwich came with garlic fries. They were kind of free-form wedges of soft, lightly crisp potatoes dressed with butter and garlic. So different and so yummy. (She did manage to finish!) Half of my gargantuan salad was already boxed for next-day lunch, when our waiter returned to offer dessert. Oh no. He suggested house-made apple pie with vanilla ice cream. Well, other than chocolate and cheesecake, apple is our favorite dessert flavor. My friend said she just couldn't but we decided we could split one. And, of course, not a morsel was left. The pie was chock full of tender apple slices that retained their structural integrity; no mush here, topped with crumble instead of a boring top crust, and drizzled with caramel sauce. The ice cream has those irresistible vanilla flecks. So good.

Hummus platter
Garret F.

We went in to order some appetizers after a long hike. The Barnyard is a cool place on the "Upper Eastside" of Tucson. They provide some nice indoor and outdoor seating and the grounds are well kept. Service has always been a hit or miss and this time it was much of the same all in one. Not so warm greeting (but still did her job). Waited at the table for someone to Mae eye contact so it was a guessing game for some time as servers walked past our table. I'd say about 10 minutes in our server warmly greeted us. Service from there was so-so. Checked in on us from time to time but I could have used a few more refills of iced tea here and there. Food was interesting. The Ahi app wasn't very good. Waaaaaaay too much seaweed salad and although the portion was large, the plate only came with a few won ton chips. Hummus platter was decent and we loved then calamari the best. They work really hard at presentation (which I appreciate) but I wish they spent more time on functionality more. All in all we still enjoyed our time.

Tzu-En L.

I gotta say ! This is by far one of the best American casual dining spot so far. The location is in a very secluded and quiet spot in Tanque verde. The decor of the restaurant is so cute with farmhouse style. It is an ideal spot for events. Their service is good, our server is very attentive to our needs and the bathroom is sparkling clean. Food: oh my, I love their food. We got cauliflower appetizer and it was amazing. Their poke stack was seasoned right and the whole combo just tasted perfect with the chips. Meatball board was soooooo gooooooooooood. Overall, all their food tasted perfect for me and was not over salty. I would def return here in the future and I am so happy that this spot existed in Tucson

Beet salad
Jeanette D.

We always have a great time and fantastic food at the barnyard and recommend it to folks all the time. The service is speedy and attentive. We are always greeted with a smile and the bartenders will let us sample beers before ordering an entire drink. The charming location and outdoor areas make this place special.

Emily M.

Barnyard is our favorite place to bring guests from out of town - top notch food and drinks, and the atmosphere just cannot be beat. Kid friendly establishments like this are hard to find - I love that my kids can play safely within the fenced in yard! And the fries...my absolute favorite!

The brownie hot fudge and vanilla ice cream was amazing. This can be for two people, but I was selfish and ordered my own!
Izzy S.

If you're looking for that charming, rustic farmhouse ambiance, secluded Tanque Verde location, and fun, community vibe. You've come to the right place! Just don't go when it's super windy, everyone sticks to indoors!

Fish
Christie N.

We had a nice dinner here. Service was great. Lots of food and drink options . They don't reservations which can be a pain sometimes. Lots of games and things to do when waiting

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The wait for food was totally unacceptable - no answer from the manager as to why this was happening. We will not return!

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Great setting! Food presentation was outstanding!! Service was excellent also. Definitely heading back there soon!

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You want great food, and you will not be able to finish your plate. The Barnyard Crafthouse & Eatery is your place.

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Mmmm! Yes please! So good and such a fun place to bring the family! Their poke salad is amazing!

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Ok we met our daughter here for lunch yesterday. So often getting great service and great food at…read morethe same time is rare. Not this time! Our server Chelsea knocked it out of the park! Food we ordered an appetizer that was awesome! Poppito Dip was suggested by our waitress and it was really tasty! I mean really good. Get ya some! I ordered 6 chicken fingers and the cheese curds. They were fantastic. The chili sauce for dipping was very good. Daughter had the Cornbread Ranch salad and said it rocked the house. Wife got the Corn Chowder Soup and said it was super good. So all in all it was a great experience. Ambiance was great and we sat outdoors too. Loved it. Location is off the grid in some ways but go there and get ya some. Yelp on!

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5.8 mi
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Went here with several coworkers, it was not my choice. But I did look ahead on the menu and saw…read morethat they had a vegan option a single vegan option. When I read the reviews, people raved about how great this chickpea scramble was so I was looking forward. It really wasn't anything to write home about. Bland, dry. The only thing redeeming was the sauces it came with and the potatoes. The ambience was nice and the servers were great, but I would not recommend any vegan go here.

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4.5(817 reviews)
8.7 mi•Peter Howell
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Since coming to Tucson 4 years ago, Tito & Pep has been on my list and after finally trying it, it…read moredid not disappoint! We made a reservation well in advance and even then there were limited time options. The atmosphere of the restaurant is slightly upscale while still being cozy. I love all the plants! Our server was very knowledgeable and was able to give several recommendations. We ordered the grilled and chilled beets and the steak skewers for appetizers. The beets and everything that came with them was very fresh! I love anything with pickled onions. The steak appetizer was excellent and my dad could not stop talking about them. Next, I ordered the swordfish special and my dad got the pork chop. Everything was cooked to perfection and flavor was everywhere! For dessert we split the dark chocolate ganache. The ganache was very rich but paired wonderfully with the whipped cream and other flavors. I don't drink, but my dad also loved the cocktails he ordered! If Tito & Pep has been on your list do not hesitate any longer. I very much regret not coming here sooner and I highly recommend giving it a try!

I brought someone who hadn't been here yet despite being a self-declared foodie and living in…read moreTucson for 3 years (whaaat)! Suffice to say she absolutely raved - placing it on par with many of the Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants she has sampled back east. And, we agreed, when Michelin publishes its first-ever SouthWest U.S. edition later this year (2026) I recognize getting a star is a mighty fete but if Tito/Pep does not at least make its S.W. Bib list I will know the fix is in. We started with the Queso Fundido ($13) - with chewy cheese, sauteed mushrooms, and beef chorizo it was a perfect blend of meaty/savory/fatty. We also ordered the Grilled Octopus ($17). What a surprise this was, the crunchy roasted pepper flakes and unusually soft grilled octopus it kicked the pants off of "calamari-style." We inquired and the way they remove the typical rubberiness is by poaching the octopus tentacles for 5(!) hours before grilling. You Go chef Martinez! For our entree we opted for the day's special: deep fried whole Red Snapper for two ($85)... as did about a half-dozen other tables in this intimate 20-tabled venue. See pics as a written description is inadequate. The crisp was excellent and the tender moist fish just beneath, exquisite. The roasted jalapenos were other worldly - somehow only mild heat and with a subtle sweet/acid presence... totally and entirely edible. As fantastic as the vinegar slaw was atop our self-made fish tacos, the tomatillo puree was ridiculous - so fresh and not sour that its scent was nearly as strong as its flavor. We asked again, how?! and were told they first cook the tomatillos for 3 hours. Folks, the effort involved to present this kind of meal would be nearly impossible to do at home for even double the cost. We concluded with the ganache dessert ($12). While so richly decadent it was possibly too rich, only by virtue of its size... it needs to be shared! We were deeply torn over that or the olive oil cake and will opt for the latter... next year, Lol. For drinks we ordered two glasses of their "red blend" (really good for a simple blend) and then the Pie Allen after dinner cocktail ($13) - an interesting combination of prickly pear liquor and port. The staff were amazing - not just in timely attentiveness (a minimum requirement at this level) but especially in terms of being able to field our deep curiosities about several of the dishes. Due to our "layers" of ordering we stayed an easy 2+ hours and were never rushed. Parking will get tight at peak times but everyone will be accommodated. Pre-tip we were at $165 - a special occasion outing for sure but, we both agreed, an (almost) bargain. At this level of quality and degree of effort in Chicago or Miami (places she recently lived) would be closer to $250 for two. Small note: three years ago this began, now it's the norm - restaurants are calculating the tip based upon a total that's After the tax has been added. It's a minor but, nonetheless, unconsented-to, inflation of the tip. Just an fyi :)

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4.2(59 reviews)
2.6 mi
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I really wanted to fall in love with this place because it sounded so wonderful, but I just didn't…read more I used their email to try to reserve a table with some certain accommodations. They got back to me right away and were very friendly and encouraging that they'd help me out. When we got there, it wasn't busy at all, so we didn't need a reservation. It was a bit disconcerting that the hostess didn't know anything about me having the reservation, but like I said, it wasn't busy at all. We put a couple tables together and had all the space we needed. The large garden setting was spacious and lit by strings of lights which created a nice ambiance. Every table was in the shade by the time we arrived, so if anything, we should've dressed warmer. Our server was friendly and answered our questions. The menu isn't huge, but there were a couple of things I could have with my dietary needs. I ordered the chili burger on lettuce instead of a bun. I upgraded to the Tuscan salad for my side for an extra $4. I asked for some ranch dressing on the side for dipping my burger. My hamburger was very well done, almost to the point of being burnt on the edges. It was hard to cut with the plastic knife I was given. The tiny bit of Tuscan salad was disappointing. It tasted ok, but was definitely not worth the upcharge for the amount I got. So, my meal was disappointing and unsatisfying. The people we ate with would probably rate the place higher than I did because they enjoyed their meals and I didn't hear much complaining. My husband got the Reuben with fries and enjoyed it. The sandwich had a sweet taste to it, perhaps from the apple on it or their sauce. The ones who ordered nachos got a gigantic portion of those. When we got our bill we saw that there was a charge for the little side of ranch dressing. It would've been nice if they'd told us when we asked for it. It might be fun to go back when they have live music.

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The Copper Pig

4.8(65 reviews)
77.6 mi

Laid back atmosphere with great food and Amazing prices! BYOB! The service was impeccable, very…read moreattentive without being annoying!

We have been waiting for over a year to try this exquisite gem of a restaurant in the Bisbee hamlet…read moreof Warren. Either it was closed, or our schedules didn't work. It was worth the wait, and our only regret is that we hadn't prioritized trying it sooner. Everything was magical, from the laid-back, hippie atmosphere of the street it resides on to the experience once inside the establishment. What makes this even more notable, and further enhances the experience, is the lack of similar dining establishments in deep southern Arizona. One can find fine dining in Tucson, over an hour away and far too far for a simple evening out. That's not to say there aren't decent or good restaurants in Cochise County. However, none excel in all aspects of an evening out experience, from greeting to service to the quality of the meal. We had a reservation and were seated immediately at the only table open in the restaurant. That is a plus for their table management. Within two minutes, our waiter appeared with water and bread. Expressing our joy at this proper start to the meal is impossible. In eight years of living in southern Arizona, we have often observed management and wait staff at other establishments taking five minutes or more to arrive at the table. That delay typically foreshadows a lack of basic service that follows. The bread basket featured freshly baked country bread, accompanied by a small plastic ramekin of butter. We would have enjoyed the butter served more elegantly, but that is a minor matter. The bread was excellent. We had heard that the restaurant's appetizers are a highlight and decided to try three: a fresh bacon, apple, arugula, and beet salad, Mussels Meuniere (which were specials), and Arancini. The salad was beautifully composed with just the right amount of dressing to highlight the flavors of the ingredients. The Arancini may have been the best I have ever had. Perfectly fried balls of tender risotto set in a delicious tomato sauce were an unexpected treat. The mussels, unfortunately, were the low point of the meal. Overcooked and rubbery mussels in a tepid sauce that lacked depth and flavor were a major disappointment. Still, that was the only disappointment of the evening and didn't detract from the rest of the meal. We chose two specials for our main course. My wife selected the Salmon topped with a deconstructed Clams Casino. I opted for chicken cutlets topped with eggplant and a dollop of pesto, served in a rich Roman mushroom tomato sauce. The Salmon was incredible. Perfectly cooked and nestled on a plate expertly nappeed with a sublime sauce, it alone excited the palate. But when topped with a well-made clam casino mixture, the dish became an epicurean delight. The chicken was masterfully prepared and was highlighted by the silky-textured eggplant that topped it. The Roman mushroom tomato sauce was well made, my only minor comment being that a different choice of mushrooms might have taken the dish to another level. That said, I would order it again, and probably will if it's on the menu when we return. The dessert selection had me wishing for a larger stomach. Every item on the menu and the specials board looked enticing. We settled on a Basque Cheese cake with blackberries and bananas. We could not have asked for a finer way to end the evening. Perfectly cooked, silky cheesecake in a subtle white sauce and topped with dollops of fresh whipped cream provided just the right amount of sweet and tart to end the meal. The Copper Pig Service: 5 Food: 4.9 Decor: 5 Cleanliness: 5 Price: 5 Overall: 5

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