Union Public House has become a regular spot for me and my girlfriend. We're there almost every…read moreweek, sometimes twice a week, especially on Saturdays when there's an event, a game on, or something going on in the plaza. That whole St. Philip's area always has a great energy, and UPH is a big part of that. There's usually a crowd, live music or sports on, and it feels like one of those places where you can bring friends from out of town and know it'll be a fun time. Food is consistently solid. The grilled chicken sandwich is my go-to and it's good every time. We both usually get one, and a lot of the time we'll add buffalo wings, which are some of our favorites in Tucson. Good flavor, good texture, and always reliable. If anything, the wings could always use a little more sauce, but they're still one of the better orders on the menu. The only real issue, and it happens pretty often, is the service speed. Everyone there is friendly, but the place always feels understaffed, especially when it's busy. We've had multiple times sitting outside in the Arizona heat where it takes 15-20 minutes just to get water to the table, and you start wondering if you should go up to the bar yourself to get things moving. Once service gets going everything is fine, but getting that first round of attention can take longer than it should for how often this place fills up. Even with that, we keep coming back. The food is consistent, the atmosphere is great, and the plaza has a real sense of community that makes it easy to hang out there for a while. It's one of our go-to spots in Tucson, and it's still somewhere we bring friends when they're visiting. Food 7.5 Ambience 8 Service 7 Price 7 7.4 overall C Great place to spend time, just don't expect everything to happen quickly when it's busy.

If you want a boozy brunch, but you're also tired of going downtown on Sunday morning, Union Public…read morehouse has you covered. And if you've made dinner plans, or just want to have some bar food while watching sports, Union does that too! What I love: Ice-cold, bubbly bottomless mimosas on a pleasant Sunday morning. Burgers (they make a good burger) with basketball on at Sunset. This is a great hangout spot at any time of day, and service has been consistently outstanding. What I also enjoy: The breakfast food sticks to the basics, but is done well. They make surprisingly decent pizzas, if you're in the mood for that. As with everything else in the surrounding plaza, it gets busy and there's often some sort of event out front, usually a market or live music. You should drop by while the weather is still perfect!

Nerdz rejoice! Short Rest Tavern is the go to for a fancy cocktail, board games, D&D or karaoke…read more This place is magical. Hidden in the Tucson Mall nestled deep within the Tucson Games and Gadgets store. There is a $5 minimum on food and beverage and you can play to your hearts content or until closing time at least.

This place is so much fun! I've been three times for karaoke just in the past couple of months…read more They have themes for karaoke which makes it fun, and right now they are giving tickets for $1 off of food and drinks if you sing a song that goes along with the theme of the evening. Also, this place was my first experience with mead! All of the flavors are so cool, and you can get a flight if you can't decide or just want to try a bunch. With games to play while you watch others sing, or between your songs, it's a great place to spend the whole evening. Drinks, food, entertainment, games -- what more can you ask for? I also like that karaoke starts early, at 7 p.m. and is done at 11. A nice early night for those of us who don't always like to be out late on a weeknight.

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We held my 12-person birthday party here a couple weeks ago. They were attentive and the server was…read moreon top of everything even managing separate checks for the various groups. Drinks are solid - I had a couple of the District margaritas and I liked them. Everyone else seemed pleased too. Food is pub-style+. The "spin burgers" are burgers plus something "unusual". My 11-yo nephew had the Mac and cheese one. It looked good but also like a heart attack for my 50th celebration. Overall we were pleased with the food. They have a deep fryer and are not afraid to use it. Onion petals, fries, tots, chips, you name it we got it somehow. The song bingo was silly but we played anyway. I'd probably avoid that night again myself. Interior and decor are fine for a pub if a bit cavernous with all the concrete. Please get some baffling. And they have a pool table which is great.

I arranged reservations with the manager, Tyler, a couple weeks before. They were very…read moreaccommodating for our party of 13 which had 3 birthday celebrants and the time switching that occurred. We were split into 2 groups and we were fine with it. In the future, I would probably limit a reservation to 6. My table ordered 1 of everything on the menu. My faves were the coco nido wings (wings with coconut rum glaze), the Stoner fried rice, and the ahi wonton tacos (cucumber, jalapeno, soy ginger, Chubasco aioli, wasabi peas). For my drink, I ordered the Fogcutter (vintage favorite combines a blend of light rum, cognac, gin, orgeat, fresh orange and lemon juice, and is finished with a port float), refreshing and not too sweet. We implemented the 'take 1 and pass left" maneuver to share all the dishes amongst us. We had a great time eating and comparing notes. There were 2 bartenders and 1 dude running food. it's not a place to eat fast. You have to be willing to chill and take in the vibe. Half the people in our party had just arrived to town so it was the perfect, festive yet low key, speakeasy setting for our party. I got a lot of in-law family points picking this place. This was my 2nd here and both times have been super fun. Thank you, Cabali, for a memorable family occasion!

This little tiki speakeasy is where it is at. A little (intentionally) hidden gem featuring…read morebeautiful tiki design, amazing music & ambiance, a selection of the finest food and strong tiki drinks available, this place will have you coming back for more. Amazing takes on the classics: Mai Tai and Pain Killer. As well as unique cocktails like the Fog Cutter or the Saturn. Also if you buy a Calabi tiki glass you get a free drink on Sunday. In the mood for more food? Little known fact: you can order anything from rhe Landing's menu when Cabali is open. So enjoy those shrimp tacos in the secrecy of the best tiki bar in Tucson!

What a fantastic place, it's not really big check with the bartender if they have room that night…read more Look at the cell phone number goes directly to his cell number. Try the dealers choice, he'll ask you a few questions about what you want and a magical drink will come out.

So I've been to this part of Vero Amore's one time for high tea. I think it's even better as a…read morespeakeasy. Love the wall of chianti bottles that lead to the bar and love that the staff dress up in casual Prohibition garb. Came here for girl's night and it was everyone's first time even at the restaurant but mine. I'd had dinner a couple times in the restaurant for my birthday and had the cheese wheel fettuccine alfredo. I asked if anyone was interested in trying it and so 3 of us split it which ended up being pretty perfect. It is hands down THE BEST fettuccine alfredo. We had many drinks come to our table, the first round being the homemade limoncello. Made with local Meyer lemons, it is deliciously potent. A must try. The bartender, Ryan or Brian, he made cocktails from the heart. A couple of gals ordered "dealer's choice" drinks and they were inspired by the drinker's stories. It was really a unique experience for them and I could almost see his mind working out the chemistry of the libations. Another must try, although I didn't because I had to drive myself home. I did have a coffee with Bailey's, Amaretto, and freshly-made whipped cream. Last must try if not on a coffee drink maybe on a dessert. One person in our party thought that the drinks were on the spendy side. Many of the ingredients were house made and all top shelf. I'm from Los Angeles so an $18 drink was a normal night at the klerb. Worth mentioning if that would be a deal breaker. Worth a go. I thought it was better than the speakeasy at the Sonoran House which was too bright and not intimate. You really like feel more like you're not where you're supposed to be at The Still. There is a curio cabinet with cigars that I think are for sale. The speakeasy opens up to the patio for all the smoke suckers. Great for a small groups or date night, maybe not the first date.

I first stopped by Sidecar during the pandemic for to-go drinks but never made it back to sit and…read moreenjoy the space I should have come back sooner. The bar is small, charming, and cozy, with an inviting neighborhood feel. My friends and I grabbed seats at the bar, and the bartender was both funny and skilled, mixing up some excellent cocktails. The whole place probably seats around 30 people, including the patio, which makes it feel intimate without being cramped. I had an Old Fashioned made with WhistlePig, it was smooth, balanced, and perfectly crafted. I'll definitely be back, especially while the weather's still nice in Tucson.

This was a cute little spot for drinks. It is a 1st come 1st serve, meaning you seat yourself. So…read morecoming on the weekends can get a bit tricky in finding a seat as the inside is rather cozy. They do offer outside seating but with the cold nights may not be ideal. The plus though is they also have heaters for the patio area. The staff were very welcoming, and the bartenders are sweet. The drinks are definitely on the unique side, but the bartender I had was very accommodating in if we didn't like it, just let her know. I can't remember the drink I had but it was pleasantly good. My friends 1st drink, wasn't it, so the bartender made a Mai tai which was much better. Overall, I loved the chill vibes, it's a good spot to either start your evening, or just have a lowkey night. I'll definitely check this out again, next visit.

Whooops , walked in this place looking for the infamous Banhdicted and was so sad to find out they…read moreare no longer at this location . The nugget was a vibe however and bartender helped guide us in the right direction . Indoor & outdoor seating options available.

Love the atmosphere and the service is amazing, one of our favorite Sunday funday places.read more

If you love a good eclectic, dive bar experience, you NEED to swing by The Shelter. We were…read morevisiting out of town and heard about this place from a friend, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Upon first glance, the outside of this establishment is unassuming, but when you walk in you are flooded with warm colors anda sweep of nostalgia from the 60's. There is an assortment of seating areas, we chose a comfy booth next to the bar. The whole menu is so affordable, we each had at least 2 drinks apiece and we each walked out with a bill under $20. I ordered the desert dessert and a Twiggy martini. Both were solid pours. The staff we so kind and helpful and were quick to offer a suggestion. Bonus points to having solid parking options and a pool table and shuffleboard inside.

There aren't many places in Midtown with this level of dedication to looking retro. The Shelter is…read moreheavy on mid-20th century design, with an interior completely dedicated to JFK memorabilia. It's kitsch and offbeat, maybe even offputting if you think too hard about the legacy of that family, but it's anything but boring. What I love: They're big on doing their own infusions. You absolutely must try Pam's Spicy Lemonade--Hornitos with thai chili and mint. I've also had coffee-infused liquors here before that you'll rarely find anywhere else. I'm not a smoker, but I get stoked for their enclosed smoking patio with a couple old arcade cabinets (I like Centipede!) What I like: There are like, really cheap simple cocktails with the creativity to make some unappealing, bottom shelf liquors taste palatable. Those aren't my usuals, but I'm always intrigued. I will shamelessly have a couple $3 High Lifes. There's only one big bar in the center of the lobby, but service is generally fast. It's dimly lit and can be tightly packed, but you'll still have fun. Good for date night or groups of four or less. No food, but once in a blue moon you'll find a truck parked out front. Overall, a solid Tucson staple.

One fateful night in Tucson, we stumbled upon the Unicorn Zebra. We had never heard of this place…read morebut were curious so we went in. We were greeted by a giant statue of a unicorn zebra and of course took a selfie. We then went to the bar area and absolutely loved the dark speakeasy vibes. Burk, the handsome man with a shiny head, was at the bar. He handed us a drink menu that contained fun drink names like Death of a Unicorn. The drinks tasted good and had a lovely presentation. Mine even came in a zebra mug. We also learned that this bar has both an upstairs and downstairs area. We enjoyed a couple of drinks and headed home. This place left such an impression that we have been back two times since. On another occasion we had Nate the bartender. He had a lovely personality and accommodated all of the guests that came in near closing. We enjoyed Santa's Banana Hammock and Unicorn Ski Accident. I would definitely recommend this hidden gem. I look forward to seeing where this place goes. It has a ton of potential for special events with the basement area. P.s. It's also a boutique hotel. You could always book a room and enjoy dreams downstairs without having to drive

Very cozy lounge with a few crafted cocktails on the menu. Located downtown in a boutique hotel…read more Service is friendly, keep in mind not a large place with very limited seating.

Good selection of libations and a vibrant and fun community gathering space. First time bring to…read morethis location and appreciated the indoor or outdoor space available and the super nice staff. They also have fun events and community collabs. They have a small snack menu but encourage you to bring in food from the strip mall business which is convenient and also awesome to see business support others. Of note, parking can get a bit challenging depending on time of arrival...but not really that much of an issue. Will return.

It's always a pleasure to stop in to this amazing establishment every time I come to Tucson. With…read moresuch an inviting atmosphere, the staff bring to life your experience with their service knowledge on all the spirits, wines and beers you could think of. Not only do they sever on tap, but the bottle shop is fully stocked for everyone's taste. Whether you drink a glass in, or get things to go, it is a time well spent, and a must to do on your list. Bring your own food, but leave with your own smile !