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    JoJo's

    4.2 (712 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American, Mexican
    Closed • Closed

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    JOJO'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Live music

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    Wings...nicely prepared and presented.
    Steven G.

    Obviously, downtown parking is hit or miss. I got lucky with a good spot, close by. Ambiance/Cleanliness-This space DEFINES eclectic in a good way. Oodles of character. For me, it would be an afternoon hang. The Monsoon Room is a sweet spot. 4 stars. Service-Brandon was awesome. Mixed a nice mocktail, checked in, spot on. 5 stars Food-I had the wings. They were pretty good. Buffalo sauce needed kick and the bleu cheese dressing needs to be subbed for some chunky. Wing price was fair and a bonus, came with celery and carrots. 4 stars.

    Kim M.

    A hidden gem smack dab in downtown Tucson. At Jo Jo's you will be magically transported to a lovely garden oasis with shady trees, twinkly cafe lights, live music, lots of adorable seating areas, and a pond with koi and turtles! The food is good, with lots of vegetarian options, and while there isn't table service, Jo herself usually greets every guest and visits with every table.

    Prickly Patch
    Desiree B.

    Always love stopping by JoJo's and seeing Jo is always fun. Thank you for having us (Tucson Foodie happy hour). The brussel sprouts are always on point and that green vegan potato salad was amazing. Did I grab pictures of those nope but it was too good to grab my phone. lol The drink was amazing if you want a nice cocktail grab the Prickly Patch yummmm, and I ordered the Brussels to go for my family and now they want more.

    Bentley's Tofu Burrito
    Kristina K.

    JoJo's has been on my friend and I's list and we finally got to try it today! We came in around 10:30 on a Friday and the place was fairly empty. The restaurant is tucked away in an alley downtown, but the inside greets you with its cozy and fresh feel. The pastries at the counter had a nice mix of regular, gluten free, and vegan options. The outdoor seating in the back is also very cute and set up so that you get plenty of shade. You order at the counter and they give you a beeper that will tell you when your food is ready at the counter. I ordered the Nachos with chicken and my friend got Bentley's Tofu Burrito and an iced Caramel Brown Sugar Latte. The food came out fast and was more plentiful than I was expecting! I could see the nachos being a great sharing item for a the table. We both went home with leftovers and were satisfied. I feel the need to come back in the morning again for a study day to try their drinks and pastries, as well in the evening to try their dinner menu. JoJo's is definitely worth checking out if you are looking for a good spot downtown!

    Fun decor in Jojo's bathroom!
    Stephanie K.

    Love coming back to this amazing oasis of food, live music, and eclectic decor. When visiting with friends for a day drip from Phoenix, we stopped at Jojo's for a bite to eat. I shared the nachos with a friend and got a few tacos plus a margarita. Delicious! My friends are both gluten free and vegan, and this spot caters to exactly such. My friend's meal was slightly delayed coming out. However, the lovely waitress made everything right by not charging her for the dish. My friend was so grateful. They are beyond friendly and welcoming here, and that is a testament to such. You could easily spend hours here after eating, exploring the decor and little shops surrounding the restaurant. All the greenery is stunning! Such an alternative, hippy dippy spot. Really love visiting time and time again.

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    Ted R.

    We were here in the Spring and that's the time to go! This restaurant is in an outside courtyard that is beautiful. It's a perfect setting for lunch. We were able to sit by the turtle and fish pond, so we had a perfect location. To order the food, you need to go inside to the bar and place your order. When it is ready, you go to another location to pick up your food. There are servers, but mostly to take drink orders. The food was presented beautifully and this place seems to be tailor-made for Instagram. The food was solid, but honestly it wasn't as spectacular tasting as it was great-looking. Also, it is curious that there is tipping expected (pay when ordering at the bar), but no one takes your order and you pick up your own food. To me, that's a one-star deduction. If it's self service, I don't think tipping should be expected. In terms of atmosphere and food presentation, I give this five stars. In terms of taste, it rates 3 1/2 stars. In terms of service, well, it's not bad service, it's no service.

    Behind the bar!
    Michelle N.

    Stopped in for a drink after Tucson Meet Yourself. Great service! Was quiet and intimate at the time. Definitely worth stopping in!

    Chicken salad
    Nancy F.

    Walking distance from the Tucson Museum of Art. It's a nice place to stop for a meal. They offer indoor and outdoor dining. I ordered the Chicken salad and it was delicious. It has big chunks of roasted chicken, dill and the dressing tasted like it was made with pickle juice. It came with a side of focaccia bread and salad. Service was friendly. We sat near the koi pond and it was cool under the trees.

    Sheila D.

    Was excited to check out Jojo's after seeing it online. We were not disappointed. Love that there is a beautiful oasis in the city. We were met but a friendly hostess and she provided us with how things work because we couldn't figure it out lol. We went to the counter ordered and they provided a buzzer. We were there for brunch and we ordered a breakfast burrito and the chicken salad. Both were delicious. Definitely check this place out if you are exploring in the area.

    Larissa R.

    Overall, I really enjoy eating here. The last time I came here they have a new system where you get a beeper when you order your food. The beeper goes off when your food is ready. I ordered my food well before all of my friends. My friends had already finished their food and I never got my food. I had to hunt somebody down to figure out what was going on. Eventually, I was able to get some food and it was delicious but the pager either didn't work or something happened with my order. The staff was very apologetic that I never got my food.

    Alison C.

    Such a cool place, with a laid back but fun atmosphere. You absolutely feel like you're enjoying a meal and hopefully some live music in someone's beautiful backyard. Jojo has created a wonderful sense of community with live music, ambience, her staff, and the local stores/artists surrounding the courtyard. Tacos and drinks were delicious. Dont forget to order dessert in the upper bar! Basque cheesecake and chocolate scones were some of the best I've had! Don't forget to day hi to the koi and turtles! ....Jojos cat owns the place, she likes to observe from afar and may offer a boop, but no pets!

    art shop

    This place was disappointingly underwhelming. I was drawn to try this place because I'd seen a couple mutuals on Insta post Jojo's on their story, and it looked like a really cute place. And that it definitely is. Tons of shaded outdoor seating (I barely saw any indoor seating) with greenery and even a little pond with koi fish and turtles. It overall had a very cute vibe. But that was about where the positives ended. I ordered the Bacon Jam Burger with a side of potato salad. When I saw the price, $18 +$1 for cheese, I figured it would be this big magnificent burger to justify the cost. The price wasn't justified at all!! The burger and potato salad were good, but not good enough to justify the price, especially with how small the portion size was. I thought it was excessive I had to pay extra for cheese on a burger too. I didn't even end up eating the potato salad because for some reason, it was served on top of some leafy greens and wanted to avoid catching this cyclospora parasite going around. So I was surprised it even came with that, especially because I've never seen potato salad accompanied by greens and they aren't necessary for the dish. I can't even say the service was good because it's self service! Maybe I ordered the wrong thing, but I wasn't satisfied with my meal. TLDR: Cute place but food is underwhelming and overpriced.

    Birria tacos
    Chelsea J.

    This is a great spot for a large group and the atmosphere is perfect for any occasion. I love the courtyard feel and live music. It's counter service and the food comes out quick. You get a buzzer when you order and pick it up at the window. I had the birria tacos and didn't love them, too salty and the meat was tough (removing a star for the food). I look forward to trying other items, even though it is a small menu. What stood out here was that the owner Jo and her son Eli were walking around the restaurant the entire time checking in with all of the guests. They both thanked our group multiple times for coming. I highly recommend this place.

    Chicken shawarma sandwich and fries

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    Beautiful patio and excellent bands! Further, the quality of the food and the pricing is better than most other downtown establishments.

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    My absolute favorite place in Tucson. The courtyard is beautiful and I can't resist Sunday funky brunch.

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    Great food and Atmosphere! Had the Pot Roast and was blown away. Its a must try!

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    Awesome atmosphere and delicious food. Gourmet margaritas are a specialty.They have local craft beers on tap.

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    Ask the Community - JoJo's

    Is the outdoor seating hot this time of year?

    There is and it is mostly shaded, but she usually closes for the summer around July through September.

    Is there any option for indoor dining for dinner?

    There is a building on premise housing a bar and I recall getting some food there with my libations. Best to call them for further guidance.

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