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    La Esquina

    4.9 (23 reviews)
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    The Everything platter
    julie k.

    This tapas/wine bar is coming up on its first year anniversary but it was my first visit. The ambiance is a very cool blend of history and modern bistro that offers small plates and lovely wines from the Iberian peninsula. Jamon, olives, cheeses, Barrio Bread!, marcona almonds. Delicious and they also feature local art and live music. I cannot say enough about the venue and the vibe. Situated a few short blocks from 4th Ave but worlds apart in experience. Chic, hip, cosy, everything you want in a good neighborhood bodega. We were greeted immediately by waitstaff, chef, and owner in short order. They offered a decent wine selection, Amari, cocktails and beer. The tapas were beautifully arranged and served with flair. Just a perfect late afternoon respite after a busy day. I urge you to drop by and enjoy the Spanish tapas ambiance done Tucson style. Salud!

    Manchego
    Miriam S.

    Beautiful cozy and well decorated bar. We came here because they had a wonderful Dj. playing on a Sunday afternoon. They have a good selection of tapas, wine, cider and beers. We ordered a charcuterie board that wasn't outstanding but good enough to enjoy with a beer. The manchego cheese side was very good. The service was a little slow but our waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable. Perfect place to enjoy a drink with friends or a date.

    Mandy T.

    We came here Saturday night for drinks, and I love the ambiance--it's really cute. They were out of cava, so I tried the L'Acote rosé and a spritz with rosé instead of cava. I wasn't a fan of the rosé, but the spritz was better. That said, I'd definitely prefer it with cava. I really enjoyed the Castellano olives, corn nuts, and Marcona almonds. Since it was late, they weren't serving cheese, but I hope they offer it later at night in the future--along with bread. It would also be great if they had non-pork charcuterie options, like beef. I'll definitely be back!

    Beautiful front entrance.
    Kelly D.

    A brand new beautifully lit and curated wine and tapas bar in the heart of 9th Ave historic district. We enjoyed the n/a cocktails as well as the bread and cheese plates. The plates are served family style with plenty of great snacks to share. They offer wines and beer along side the tapas. The space is gorgeous, exposed brick with thoughtfully placed art and vintage mirrors. Can't wait to come back.

    Burrata and tomato confit!
    Lizzy T.

    Perfect Sunday brunch spot!! Love this place. Everything is yummy and the cava/wine list is solid!

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    Thank you Erick! We’ll catch you next time

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    Khayal A.

    Hi Miriam. We’re glad you enjoyed! Catch you next time.

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    1 year ago

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    Hi Frank. We’re glad you enjoyed and hope to see you back again soon!

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    Thanks Lizzy!

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    10 months ago

    Fabulous ambiance! Loved the environment. A great place to visit with friends over a drink

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    1 year ago

    DEEPLY OBSESSED with this place. I come here every time I'm in town. Wine is perfect. Snacks amazing. Design and vibes are impeccable.

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    Thank you Jill! We’ll see you next time around!

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    8 months ago

    Great ambiance, modern, chill. Food was good, wine options very nice! DJ turns up the music on the Saturday the my group was there. Fun.

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    Thank you so much Blake! Looking forward to your next visit!

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    1 year ago

    We have too few places like this that give what you get here. Been a long day? Enjoy the hospitality and warmth of this gem.

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    Khayal A.

    Jon, thank you for your kind words. We hope to see you again soon.

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    1 year ago

    Very nice ambiance with friendly staff. Great drinks and music. It's really a vibe. Will return.

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    Thanks Shari! Looking forward to it.

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    I haven't even gotten to the menu yet, which starts with a neat variety of tapas that are both refined and approachable.

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    I'm Glad I found this spot. Seen it pop up on my IG and seen this on Yelp. We came on a Monday…read morenight, and they have an amazing deal on a bottle of wine a bruschetta board for $25 after 8pm. You get to choose your 4 toppings for the bruschetta and bottle. The place was packed but were seated promptly in their patio. It was a beautiful night out so we preferred it. Our server checked in on us which was nice. We place an order for a chicken sandwich with salad and she offered to split it for us to share it. Overall great service, great value, beautiful aesthetic restaurant and great vibe! I recommend this spot when in Tucson!

    Soooooo, yup, took us this long to visit this very cool spot! Geez, the heck is wrong with us?!…read more It was happy hour on a Monday, and man did it make Monday one of my fav days now!!! Caleb (maybe with a K) was simply amazing! He was sooo helpful, patient and wonderful all rolled up in a great human! The wine list was phenomenal, the beer on tap was such a great deal, an ice cold two pint pitcher for $6! And the food, guys....the food was outstanding! We shared the albacore tuna samich on focaccia and the best chips with a chefs charcuterie board! I did not want to leave! What a great deal! We were full for the rest of the day!!! There were a few other people at the bar and a few of the booths were taken. We were certainly able to carry our conversation as well as chat with folks around us! Everyone was chill enjoying their day. WHAT A FIND! Thank you baby Jesus!

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    Unicorn Zebra

    Unicorn Zebra

    4.4
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    I'm happy to have finally gotten a chance to visit Unicorn Zebra since it's been on my list from…read morethe time they opened. It's a fun and also elegant atmosphere with the zebra theme clearly exemplified across the space. I would have to say this is one of the coziest bars I've been to, the furniture and seating is really supportive of a long-term visit. There are other levels, lower and an upper level besides the main space, but be aware that if there are parties, they can typically take up different areas. Our bartender, Sarah was fantastic! The way that she handled all of the guests and the busy field was incredible, so calm and collected, and furthermore making some really incredible drinks. Heads up that the online drink menu is not the current drink menu, I couldn't remember all the names of our drinks and put those in the photo captions, so when I checked on the website, the menu was showing something different other than what I saw at the bar. Out of several places I've been to, I'd say the mixture of flavors and details in the drinks are quite unique. I'll be back for more one day

    It remains a favorite, alas no more a secret. We were hankering for a spontaneous post-ATC-theater…read moredrink and this venue popped back into my head. Same charms, different bartender, and new summer (May) craft cocktails that have become quite substantial (see pic of double-sided menu). Though we arrived at 4:10 (right after their usual 4p opening) on a Saturday, no happy hour, but we were first patrons and grabbed the big bay window. We are both on a mezcal discovery kick and ordered the Black Cathedral ($16) and the Girl Dinner ($16). Each was as described (pic) and delicious. We had dinner plans and needed to leave at 5:15 - just as things were picking up. We'll definitely be back sooner.

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    Sunshine Wine

    Sunshine Wine

    4.5
    (32 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    Our friend highly recomended we go to Sunshine Wine last night, and the location was lovely and the…read moreservice was fine. My concern is with the food--none of the dishes we ordered tasted good, and the price was high for the portions we received. The ceasar salad, for example, was bland, and the dressing was salty and bitter. When compared to the salad at a restaurant just down to road, I found this one inedible. I rarely write reviews and I don't do this in a mean-spirited way--I would love to see a local restaurant and bar succeed. It is just that we paid $83 for two drinks and 4 small plates, and couldn't eat two of them and left hungry. I hope the food can improve!

    UPDATE: I originally had a negative experience due to service from one staff member, but I want to…read moreupdate this after speaking with the owner, Rebecca, and the manager, Ashley. They were both incredibly kind, took the time to really listen, and genuinely understood my concerns. That meant a lot to me, and it's clear they truly care about their guests and their business. I also appreciated how personable Rebecca was, she was very present, empathetic, kind, and understanding, acknowledging that the situation had been handled very poorly. I've always loved the food here, you can taste the quality, creativity, and mindfulness in everything. Every other staff member I've encountered has been wonderful as well. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and honestly a great little getaway. Because of how this was handled and the consistency in everything else, I'm updating this to 5 stars. It's the kind of place where you can slow down, unwind from life's demands, share an impressive bite, and enjoy a glass of rosé while taking in the ambiance. I definitely recommend supporting this local business. Rebecca is a genuine, savvy businesswoman, and I really respect the care and intention behind what she has built. Cheers to letting the sunshine in and the dark cloud fade away. (Original review below for context) Very disappointing experience. Our server, Bryce, was dismissive, rude and inattentive from the start. He wasn't checking on our table at all, and we had to flag him down just to get drinks. We were still eating and planning to order more food and drinks, but service never improved. After waiting with empty glasses, I went inside to order another glass of rosé for myself and a second gin and tonic for my friend. That's when he told me he was "closing us out" and that we needed to leave. This was completely unprovoked and said in front of the bartender and other staff, which made the situation uncomfortable and unprofessional. We were not intoxicated or disruptive in any way. I had only had two glasses of rosé and was trying to order a third, and my friend had one cocktail and was ordering her second. The third glass I did receive appeared under-poured, which added to the overall discomfort, but at that point we were just trying to enjoy our time and catch up. It was surprising that a server would take it upon himself to cut off and remove guests under these circumstances, especially when basic service had not even been provided. Because of this, we chose not to order additional food or drinks. I've been here before with friends and clients and had good experiences, which makes this even more disappointing. This experience completely changed my impression, and I will not be returning

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