I love Cup Cafe. First, the outdoor dining area is such a vibe, so many things to look at and enjoy while you're sitting out there and it's the perfect time of year for it (November). The staff here could not be more friendly, from the moment you speak with the hostess until you leave. I loved looking at their dessert case and the menu is full of unique and classic dishes. Breakfast is available until 2PM and the cast iron baked eggs is my favorite dish. It's decadent, but also fresh, and incorporates so many different things in one hot, yummy dish - I have never had anything like this and never see anything quite the same anywhere else. So good, so unique. The french toast is also delicious and you can choose to add so many things to it. I know that you can get a Caesar salad most places, but they make a really good one here - fresh, crispy with just the right amount of dressing. So many unique and delicious dishes here! read more

Not what it use to be! Overpriced and sub par quality, prices are not what yelp has on their site! Recently increased prices dramatically! The burger I had was extremely dry and well as the bun they served it on:( My wife's steak was flavorless and overpriced as well! Seems like they make very little effort to make a difference. Otherwise it's all good! read more

A friend of mine was visiting, and I thought it would be fun to take her for a drink at the Hotel Congress. Unfortunately, the bar wasn't yet open, so we stopped by the Cup Cafe for drinks and a sweet snack. She did a gin drink that she thought was really delicious, and I opted for a mocktail designed to be like a strawberry daiquiri, which was incredible, one of those rare mocktails that you don't miss the alcohol at all. We also split a gluten free blueberry lemon lavender olive oil cake, which my GF friend said was really good for a GF cake, so I will take her review. We mostly had good service, but unfortunately there was one individual that was super rude. He was a busser, which we found out when I accidentally asked him for the check and he was downright mean that we asked him. Our actual server was really upset about this when we let him know what happened, and he apologized profusely to us over the incident, which felt like it was more about that individual than the business a whole. Still, it made me feel uncomfortable (especially when the guy was skulking around the back and glaring at me from there and made me honestly feel like I needed to GTFO quickly), so I am not sure I would go back if that guy still worked there. read more

You can never go wrong coming to a cup cafe for brunch. Such an iconic local place. The food never disappoints. The staff is always so nice and helpful and right on it. We came here for our anniversary and had the SHAKSHUKA and my husband and had fish tacos and Bloody Mary. I also had a cold brew and whatever coffee they use is soooo good! Don't forget the cute photo booth in the lobby if you go! read more

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I had an excellent meal and loved the outdoor patio, perfect for March weather. I ordered the chickpea lettuce wrap appetizer and added blackened salmon, very good. They have decadent desserts that you can view ahead of time in a case. I ordered the orange almond cake as it was gluten free and the waiter gave me two pieces! He said they were the last two and he thought they looked skimpy! Great service and good food and atmosphere. I'll be back. read more

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Dog friendly outside but was chilly that morning. They had one heater going but not the one near us. Food was fast and good. Service was fine although we did ask for a dog water bowl she never brought. read more

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I've always been a big fan or Cup cafes breakfast... it's one of my favorite places to go to have brunch with friends.. the amount of food for the price you pay always feels worth it.. I love the vibe of the restaurant.. the history and the staff is always great.. last night I finally had their dinner and was a bit disappointed.. I felt like the prices were a bit much for how much food we all got.. my pasta tasted ok.. my sister didn't really enjoy her food.. with that being said.. I'd definitely continue to go back for breakfast but not dinner.. read more

Cup Cafe - Old Pueblo Pesto Pasta - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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The lettuce wrap is not a wrap, its lettuce with some toppings on it. The chicken was 9 dollars for maybe a 4 ounce chicken breast and it was dry. 25 bucks for for this. Only reason I gave it a second star is because the lettuce and toppings did have great flavor. I mixed up the lettuce and toppings before the picture. Presentation did look a little better. It was a 20 min wait for a table, after 20 minutes we made an order to go. That still took 35 to 40 minutes after we placed the order. It was not very timely read more

Cup Cafe - Lettuce wrap - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Cup Cafe has a cozy, eclectic vibe that's perfect for a weekend brunch with family or friends. You can choose to sit indoors or enjoy the fresh air on the patio. Service was friendly and efficient--our food arrived promptly. Braveheart - 4.7/5 stars This dish was a brunch masterpiece. Toasted sourdough forms the base, topped with crispy smoked brisket, charred tomato slices, sautéed spinach, and a rich house-made sausage gravy. Two poached eggs sit on top, adding a silky finish. Everything was well-seasoned and flavorful. The breakfast potatoes on the side were golden and crisp, which is exactly how they should be. Benny's Burrito - 1/5 Unfortunately, this was a miss. The burrito was under-seasoned and forgettable. The house-made salsa was mediocre; I had to use store-bought hot sauce just to make it edible. As a local comparison for Tucsonians: Banner Breakfast Burrito is far superior in taste and quality. Cup Cafe is a solid brunch spot, but choose your dishes wisely. I'll definitely return to try other popular menu items. read more

Cup Cafe - Benny's Burrito - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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The cutest spot for brunch!! Options to sit both inside or on the patio, with great lighting and decorations throughout. Fast service that doesn't cut corners on quality - the potatoes are fantastic and an absolute standout! read more

Cup Cafe - Barrio Toast, Congressional Omelet - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Please consider how unsettling this kind of decor is for customers enjoying a morning tea or a holiday meal It's sexist and very much politically charged. I don't support this business because I agree with the ownership's political beliefs, I support this business because our town is employed here and we require food and beverage . This is not art and no one needs to read this shit while spending $40/ person to enjoy an outing read more

Cup Cafe - Political and moralistic statements are really not necessary, and this is not art that corresponds with the rest of the decor in any way - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This gem inside Hotel Congress is one of my favorite downtown spots. The menu is full of delicious options--so many that I often can't decide what to get. Their desserts are outstanding, and breakfast here never disappoints. Because indoor seating is limited, it's smart to come early as the restaurant fills up fast. The interior is gorgeous, and the service is consistently excellent. read more

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Mother's Day brunch on the patio, wonderful service-checked in often and brought pitcher of water and had swamp cooler on to cut the warmth when the sun came out. Our party ordered nothing from the specials listed for Mother's Day-the Braveheart, another egg skillet w/side of potatoes/bread, burger, the Cuban, the Tucson dip and something else. Coffee, and 3 different coffee drinks:Havana, caramel latte and Americano. Nice day for brunch with family. Ambience -Nice area, public parking across the street. Definitely a place worth coming back to. Raspberry pistachio cheesecake and bread pudding something-both super good. 2 of us had leftovers. read more

Cup Cafe - The Cubano w/salad - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This is definitely a solid spot for breakfast or lunch! And you can get the Hotel Congress vibe without staying at the hotel. I ordered the Depot, which was a steak salad. Nice and hearty! read more

I'm so sorry to say that I had a poor experience at the Cup. I've been hearing about it since before I moved to Tucson, and I've been at the hotel for evening events. But everyone talks about how great their brunch is, and mine was not a good experience. We got there at 9, before the brunch crowd, but it still took 45 minutes for me to get my food. When it did get there, it was cold. I got the barrio toast, with eggs over easy, and as you know, eggs do not taste so great when they're not hot. In addition, there was sort of a vinegar taste or something to the avocado part of it that I didn't care for. For $16, there was only one piece of bread and very small side salad. The friend I had brunch with was not happy either. She got the smoked salmon Benedict, and they included some kind of "tomato chutney" that she said just tasted like barbecue sauce, not appetizing. It certainly didn't look like chutney. They also used way too much of it on her food. She scraped some of it off, but still left half of one of her English muffins as a result. The other problem I had was with the coffee. The mugs are tiny, and when I ran out, it took a while to get another cup. She finally told me that because it was decaf, they did not prioritize making it, and so it took me 15 minutes to get a refill, it didn't come out until I was done with my food. Another annoyance was that although service had been incredibly slow, it was obvious that they couldn't wait to get us out of there once we were done. She took the bill fast enough. Again, I love the hotel Congress, I'm just disappointed because everyone speaks so highly of brunch here. I think they need a little work. read more

Cup Cafe - Barrio Toast - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Good service, good food. Bar seating available. Very unique, historical decor and environment. Desserts are a large selection of the cakes and pies shown in the rotating glass stand. The stuffed chicken I had was tender and tasty. I took a star off because the basque matcha cheesecake could have been better with the texture. The cheesecake crumbled off to little pieces with every poke, it didn't stick well. Otherwise the taste was good and not too sweet. Photos of the bar is separate - it's in the lobby of the hotel next to Cup Cafe. Cup Cafe is located in Hotel Congress in downtown Tucson. Street parking or paid parking lots. read more

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slow service, wrong order, nauseating scrambled eggs. how do you even do that? I know this place is beloved, but really - why?

I'm so happy to see several more plant based menu options including the breakfast tamale plate that I had. Please encourage them to use more local and organic, Non GMO ingredients! The outside patio is beautiful and a perfect way to enjoy a delicious meal! read more

Cup Cafe - Hemp Tamale and scramble breakfast plate with calabacitas. Organic Numi hot tea. - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

The Cub Cafe is the Tucson classic restaurant located in the Congress hotel. It has been a long time since I've eaten here and I was absolutely amazed about how good. The food was exceptional and very tasty. The service was excellent and I was really impressed about the overall experience. I did not have an issue with my coffee being filled all the time. I love the eclectic hip fives of the restaurant since the building's so old. read more

Cup Cafe - Cast Iron Baked Eggs - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Cup Cafe is one of my favorite breakfast spots in Tucson. The cafe's atmosphere is great being located downtown inside Hotel Congress which is the place where John Dillinger was captured. They even feature Dillinger's face on the menu, which adds a fun and local touch. I ordered the Tucson Dip sandwich and was really impressed with the flavor. To wash it down, I had a limeade which was super refreshing. Service was smooth and with no issues! read more

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I can't say enough great things about cup cafe ! Location , service , live music , it's always a pleasurable experience. Love all the vegan options . Blackened tofu is delicious , they do offer really great vegan desserts as well something hard to find . I'm a regular . Can't wait for mango pudding to be back in the menu ! read more

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best fish tacos i have ever had. the food was amazing. the hospitality was even better. i sat in the tap house and got take out from the restaurant. the food is AMAZING read more

First time visiting The Cup Cafe and I am native of Tucson . I made a reservation for my family of 4 for Mother's Day breakfast at 10:15. Check in was a breeze and we were seated right away. We arrived about 10 minutes early. I think what I was mostly surprised with is we were seated outside. I made the reservation 3 weeks prior, and I just figured we would be able to sit inside. I am not a fan of fanning away flies, thankfully it wasn't horrible. It was loud outdoors at first but seemed to mellow out as the time passed. It took about 40 minutes for our food to arrive, but our server Collin was terrific. He checked on us, provided refills of our drinks and was great. 3 of us ordered different fillings in our omelets. My daughter order blueberry pancakes with eggs and bacon. The potatoes smelled and tasted divine. Cooked perfectly and very flavorful. Our omelets were very good and filling! My daughter enjoyed her pancakes, she said they were very good. I think the best part was on such a busy day all went really well. We truly enjoyed it and we will return another time. read more

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The food was good. I went there for breakfast. I ordered Omelet and it was good. I ordered the congressional omelet and I added two extras and each one was $1.50. Place is cute and nice. Building is really old and it has history. Really cool. Service : I ate at the bar and service was really good read more

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the food here is very good, the service is not bad too and the atmosphere is great for breakfast but the prices are too high for what you get, and that's why it's going to be 4 stars and not 5. I'm still going to recommend the place for breakfast but I wish they can do something about the prices. The portions are ok though, but not huge. For example, I thought the Huevos Rancheros were really good but the portion could be a little bigger, maybe add some more potatoes (which were excellent, btw!) read more

Cup Cafe - Huevos - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Nice spot downtown at the Hotel Congress. The food was very well seasoned and I am big on that when it comes to the flavor of a dish. Service is definitely welcoming. The most favorite part of the meal was the golden milk latte which was so rich and warming considering the weather. We got the Smoked Salmon Benedict with a little twist I got scrambled eggs instead and it came out amazing the salmon was perfect. We also got the Braveheart breakfast which was hands down flavorful as well. Prices for 2 were decent as well. We will definitely be back !!!! read more

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I hadn't been here in a couple years so I knew it was time to come back! Happy to say this place is still as stellar as I remembered. Got to try a fun coffee drink and cocktail. Both were phenomenal. Tamale and eggs for me and salmon Benedict for my boyfriend. Both dishes were amazing!! If you come early enough, outdoor seating is gorgeous in the summer! Great shade and beautiful plants. read more

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First time at Cup Cafe and a restaurant that I finally get to cross off my list! Located inside Hotel Congress, service was quick! My friend and I got seated immediately outside around 10AM on a Saturday. We ordered the Cast Iron Baked Eggs and Brioche French toast to share. I've seen reviews raving about the Cast Iron baked eggs and they weren't wrong! Egg was perfectly poached with a cheesy sauce with herbs and onion it was delicious!!! Dip your bread in the dippy mix and what a perfect combo! Potatoes were seasoned well and perfectly soft yet crisp! Brioche French toast was delicious and I'm so glad we ordered the strawberries! It added a touch of freshness and the syrup soaked up the bread making it so good! read more

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I came here last Wednesday, and everything was so much better this time. I loved the Honeysuckle Daiquiri, though the Sonoran Solstice was too bitter for my taste. The calamari was excellent--perfectly cooked and flavorful. The Salmon Caprese was absolute perfection, served with a risotto that I surprisingly loved, even though I don't usually enjoy risotto. It was the perfect accompaniment. However, I didn't care for the Stuffed Chicken Gnocchi. Overall, a much-improved experience, and I'll definitely be back! read more

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Overall had a very nice meal here. We came for dinner and enjoyed the ambiance of the terrace as well as the service. The food was tasty all around, although I think this spot is more popular for breakfast and might be more impressive then. It was a solid meal, though nothing that particularly blew me away. Next time, I'd try breakfast as I think that's really the feather in their cap. read more

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Went here for dinner during our day trip & had a great time. Entree, gnocchi, was ok but the wine was smooth and the coconut cream pie (per my boy Brandon's rec) was real real delicious. Felt like a very date-y place and would happily come back here with my Fiance. But also the bathroom is wild LOL shared urinal is crazy tbh read more

Cup Cafe - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This place is absolutely awesome; everything I've ever had here has been great, the service "above and beyond," the atmosphere somehow calm and energetic at the same time. read more

Cup Cafe - "The Cup" cafe patio at Hotel Congress in Tucson. - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Food was amazing , breakfast should start at 7am,has a nice outside, service was great

What a cute little cafe located just inside the lobby of the Hotel Congress. They share a patio area too so you can sit inside or out. The cafe has a wall of what I will call truths. It's a fun read but don't take it too seriously. The service is spot on. We were checked up on frequently and even the owner came by to make sure our food was good. The food was excellent! I got the chilaquiles which was delicious. It was ample for just one person. Probably not a share worthy dish. It was served in a cast iron mini skillet which I had never seen before. I was able to substitute potatoes for fruit. The potatoes were baked to perfection and seasoned well. Most brunch items are $16-$25 price range which is typical these days. Parking is street parking or a nearby garage. If it's the weekends the street parking is free if you can find a spot. The cafe has an excellent display of desserts that just look amazing. I'm going to have to come back for that. The wait was about 20 min once we got our names on the list. There is a bar across from it that you can just sit down at or go for a walk or hang in the courtyard. They will text your phone when they are ready for you. My only complaint is a minor one but not enough to reduce a star. When you get the bill there are two tips you have to decide on. One is for the wait staff of which I typically give 20% but also another tip for the cook staff of which was $2 minimum suggestion. I've been hemming and hawing over how to deal with this situation. Do I split the 20% across both of them. Do I give a total of what they recommend and the 20%? Kinda feels awkward to me. read more

Very cute cafe in Hotel Congress Food came out hot and the Cast Iron Baked Eggs dish was delicious, and potatoes were super crispy but soft in the inside. The raspberry preserves for the sourdough toast were very yummy. On another note, we came here another time and I tried the Brioche French toast and unfortunately that fell very short. I'm not sure if it was the cook but the French toast was not completely coated by egg so many areas were just dry bread. The mascarpone was not very sweet which I liked but I couldn't enjoy it with the French toast because how poorly cooked it was. My husband had the cinnamon or coffee cake pancakes (not on the website?) and they were very good. On the second trip he had Smoked Salmon Benedict and liked it but felt it tasted too sweet from the cherry tomato chutney. It came out to be a sweet and savory dish. First experience was a 5-star and second experience a 3-star. We will be back to try something else! read more

Cup Cafe - Cast Iron Baked Eggs & buttermilk pancake and bacon - New American Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I love the patio of this restaurant! Nestled downtown Tucson inside hotel Congress Their multiple dishes have been delicious (Cubano sandwich and Drunken Fish Tacos to name a couple that make me visit for lunch or some of their skillets and Benny's Burrito for breakfast/brunch) Also, try their various pies and cakes (Bailey's Chocolate Mousse cake anyone?) Host, Waiters and the rest of the staff have been always alert and happy to help - this makes a big difference to me when choosing where to eat and refresh. Keep up the great work! read more

My husband and I recently came in for dinner for the first time. It was mid week and we were seated right away in the main floor dining area. I would agree with another reviewer, who said this is 'a hipster dining place'...and I mean that in the best possible way. The menu is varied and includes vegan, vegetarian and a few gluten free options. There is a full bar where our Old Fashioned's were well prepared. Our server, Eddie was hospitality incarnate, and other servers, who brought out food or cleared things from the table offered impeccable service. My husband had Fish &Chips and I had a wonderfully charbroiled burger, wrapped in lettuce (didn't want to ruin it with a gluten free bun). I love historic hotels like Hotel Congress and Cup Cafe gives a reason to visit regularly. read more

From the rotating old fashioned dessert display to the garden patio, Cup Cafe is a sensory delight. Enjoyed the accommodating staff, eclectic menu and wonderful hustle bustle of urban life. The Depot $21.00 was large and tasty with grilled flank steak, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmesan cheese, avocado, smoked crispy onions, and house-made roasted shallot dressing. Mission Street Tacos $13.00 crispy pork belly, jalapeño aioli, jicama slaw, OJ-pickled jalapeños (too hot for me though I liked the citrus flavor) and almost translucent local flour tortillas. The only negative-the heater closest to our table did not work, but the staff made every effort to fix the heater. read more

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We ate at the outside part of the congress hotel's cup cafe. And it was a very festive, as there was live music playing and the building has cool signage and a great patio area. The service was fine, but not exceptional. And the food was tasty - I got the chicken gnocchi, which is more a chicken dish than a normal gnocchi as the main attraction. It also had a number of veggies. I was happy with it. I'd recommend checking it out if you're in downtown Tucson. read more

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It's been a while since a bullet point review has been written so let's go. *Service - ex-a-fqn-lent - It was Saturday, busy,. We received A-game, efficient, well-oiled machine, A-team service. We had questions? You had recs. It was easy peasy from there. *Ambiance - gritty, downtown, punk energy. For all my Long Beach folks, think if Dick & Faye's Cafe Bistro (now Bull Bar) were a restaurant-ish *Food - out-fqn-standing. I had the pork schnitzel, 2 generously sized, perfectly breaded, crispy cutlets. Hubby had been on a mission to find some good pesto pasta in Tucson for the past 3 years and he found it. Everyone else was happy with their meals. Our strawberry cream cheese pistachio pie suh-lapped. 3 of us killed a slice. *Prices - downtown reasonable *Parking - we parked over by Sonoran Rosie but there's street and garage parking available *Facilities - my husband complained about the restrooms. I mean, it's next to a venue where bands play soooooo, hold it or don't stare at anything too long and keep all clothing tucked in *Return likelihood - extremely high, actually, this was my 2nd time here but the first time I had a prosecco and fries on a blind friend date so it counted as a curiosity hook for a real meal read more