It's been a minute but another wonderful experience. We got the meat lasagna ($23) and calzone ($12 + $8.50 for meatball topping). And she tried their Old Fashioned cocktail ($16). Food arrived just 15 min later and was piping hot and delicious. The lasagna is a good sized portion (roughly 5x7) and is generously filled with meat. Taste is amazing with medium-firm pasta and a nice crust across the top and sides. The ricotta calzone came with a side of marinara (yay) for dipping as there is no sauce inside. Roughly 2 dozen toppings are available, ranging from $3-$8+. I opted for the meatballs ($8.50) and was slightly disappointed. The meatballs are crumbled within the calzone (understandable) but not pronounced in quantity. I would prefer larger pieces (halves work at this size - after all I ordered meat-ball not meet-ground ;) However, for $8 (a 75% upcharge) my chief gripe is that I was simply expecting more. Next time pepperoni/mushrooms! Ambiance is lovely and waitstaff were awesome -- gracious, knowledgeable about menu specifics, and attentive. Parking is free/easy at this corner of a small strip mall. Can't wait to try their new Detroit menu too! Note: due to Rene's smaller size (less than 10 tables total) and high demand, all reservations (any day) require a credit card to hold. This is entirely understandable as even one no-show is a measurable hit to keeping a full house. I also have kids yet 100% embrace their patio-only policy when with kiddos. This literal mom/pop venue (they have kids too) tries to do the impossible balance between clientele and intimate, high-end dining (we simply accommodate by getting take out when feeding the Whole family ;) read more

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Checked out Renee's a few weeks ago and it's honestly my new favorite Italian spot in Tucson. The food was amazing, the vibes were great and it's such a great place for date night. The murals on the walls are super cool too. I loved how they had hand sanitizer at the table. Seating is pretty limited, so I'd definitely make a reservation. Service was great and everything tasted super fresh. We ordered the Meatballs & Jalapeño Cream, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Garlic Knots, Papas con Queso Pizza, Penne Arrabbiata, and Tiramisu. Everything was amazing but my favorites had to be the meatballs and the pizza. Only downside was that they were out of lemonade, which I really wanted to try. But the food was so good that I'lol for sure be back, so I'll just grab it next time. read more

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We went to this long time family establishment after seeing 009' at the Gaslight Theater....what a great find! It's a very small place and reservations are recommended. The atmosphere is quaint and quiet with nice private booths for a very relaxing dining experience! We also 'LOVE' the fact that kids under 12 years of age are not allowed in the dining room but can be seated outside on the patio. Our waitress for the event was no other than 'Renee' the long time owner and she was AMAZING! So thoughtful and funny to chat with about her amazing food selection. Guy Fieri with 'DDD', also know as 'Diners, Drive-ins and Dives visited her restaurant in 2018 with great reviews......he kinda knows Great Italian! We loved all the dishes as the 'Renee Sauce' is so tasty and delicious. The pizza was awesome as was the lasagna.....but the 'Flowerless Cake' was OMG total 'FLAVORTOWN' as Guy would say! We look forward to seeing Renee again soon on our next trip up to Tucson! Cheers! read more

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This was our second time going to Renee's and again had a great experience. This is a small restaurant, and so for larger parties, like our party of 9 this time, they don't have tables inside that can accommodate that but they have a nice, shaded area right in front that can fit up to 15 outside I believe. They have two large fans above the shaded outdoor area which kept things at a comfortable temp even though it was in the high 90s at the time. As usual, their food was delicious. We ordered 4 pizzas and all were good. We particularly liked the Chiles and Cream Pizza, Everything Pizza, and the Pesto Pizza. Some in our group had the Penne Pesto Pasta with chicken and my wife and I shared the Penne Arrabbiate with meatballs, and both were fantastic, and the server automatically split the dishes for us. The dessert, Lemon Posset, I still remember from last time and have longed to try it again, and it was a hit. We were sad though that they only had 3 left since our group of 9 would have had more if they had it. Delicious! read more

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Ending our special day at one of my favorite restaurants in Tucson was the perfect choice! Every bite somehow got better and better -- from the fresh and flavorful apple walnut poppyseed salad to the rich and satisfying papas con queso pizza, and finishing with a delicious tiramisu that was the perfect sweet ending. Thank you, Renee, for making our evening so enjoyable with your wonderful service and warm hospitality. You helped make a perfect night even more special! read more

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I went here for lunch with a friend on Friday and was nervous since the website suggests making reservations. Fortunately it was pretty empty when we came around 2:30pm. My friend ordered the Caprese board and I ordered the meatballs in jalepeno sauce appetizer. Both were disappointing to me.. I mean the caprese board there wasn't much to be done but I've definitely had better. But the meatballs were a 0/5.. just bland and the sauce was not much better, with no detection of jalepeno. We both got Detroit style pizzas which were the saving grace. Good presentation, portion, and tasted good. Nothing here blew my mind but happy to have finally made it here to try. read more

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I've eaten both pizza and salads at Renee's and both have been fantastic. The freshness of their ingredients is what sets them apart from other restaurants. It's amazing how fresh everything tastes-like it was picked out of a garden that morning! Another outstanding feature of Renee's is the friendly and accomodating service. The owners and their team are simply wonderful. Trust me, try it once and you will be a regular! read more

Renee's is a small restaurant on tanque verde and sabino canyon. The indoor seating is limited, but they also have patio seating available. Their pizza is awesome, but what I really loved was their coney dog. You can tell the chili is freshly made. Our server was also very attentive and accommodating to my special request to have pesto on only half my pizza. I'll be back to enjoy other pizzas and coneys in the future! read more

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I ordered from their takeout restaurant. Not sure if they let you order these things at the main restaurant but thats where you pick the food up and where Grubhub gets it. Is any case I heard they had authentic coney island dogs and Detroit style pizza. The coney islands was what had ne order, I reluctantly ordered a pizza. My experience in Tucson with Detroit style pizza is overpriced poor quality pizza. First the coney islands, they're nit as good as Apollos or other top places in Michigan but thise places aren't in Tucson. So these hit the spot and scratched that itch. The pizza I loved all high quality ingredients, still smallish but we'll worth it. My wife did not like it but shes not a fan of browned cheese. Id order again. Oh remember to place your orders early because they run out. This was my second attempt at getting food from here. read more

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Always a great experience. Fantastic food - Meatballs & Marinara Sauce, Garlic Knots, Cheese Ravioli, and a BYO Calzone - on this visit and great service. read more

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Renee's is a small italian restaurant that produces some of the best pizza anywhere. Nestled in a small strip mall, the inside has booths along one wall and some limited outdoor seating. Service was solid as well. Our food was the star of our visit. We started with the artichoke and spinach calzone, which was housed inside a perfectly crispy outer crust. Bonus points for the chicken that was part of the filling. We also sampled two different types of pizza - a traditional 12" Everything pie and a Detroit-style square pie. Both were excellent. And the traditional pie was one of the best pizzas I've ever had (yes, this pizza can compete with New York pizza). For both pizzas the crust was crispy and delicious. Their sauce was good as well and paired nicely with the toppings. We also had the Penne Arrabbiata, which is a traditional spicy marinara sauce; most restaurants don't get the spice right for this dish but Renee's delivered a spicy and tasty meal. Overall an excellent experience especially in a city that does not have a lot of choices for Italian. I also found it to be an excellent value. read more

Great service, cozy atmosphere and wonderful food!!! The restaurant was small but very clean and nicely decorated with AZ decore.

Everything is so good here! I usually get the calzone because it's rare that you can find vegan calzones anywhere. The inside is small but very great atmosphere. The outdoor seating is really nice when the weather permits. Service is wonderful always. Lovely staff and manager. read more

Renee's requires an advance reservation to get an indoor booth and you have to put a card down to hold the reservation. They also have a $10 per person cancellation fee for any reservation cancelled under 24 hours. This is not the place to go with children under 12 as they do not allow them for indoor dine-in seating, nor for large group events as they do not have the seating space. However, they do allow children in the outdoor patio seating area. While the customer service and Italian food is good, and the portions are decent sized. The menu is also pretty limited and they do not have a full bar. If you are going for the intimate/date night atmosphere it falls a bit short without a full bar or music to support that sort of ambiance. read more

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This is a tiny restaurant that seems to be a well-loved place to go. We had made a reservation for lunch using Open Table. Our booth felt very private. There are only a few tables indoors and a few more on the patio out front. Our server was attentive. I appreciated that they offer zoodles as a low carb option to pasta noodles. I ordered the seared chicken breast low carb meal. While it was good, the portion wasn't very large. For as much as it cost, I would've thought it'd come with a salad or something. Also, they don't offer soup, which sounded good on a chilly day. They now offer Coney dogs for a pretty reasonable price. My friend ordered that with the hot potato chips, which were the only available chips. She enjoyed it. It looks like they have one menu, with no less expensive lunch options. read more

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I think Renee's is one of the top Italian restaurants in Tucson. When you visit you'll know why. Extensive menu that's hits all the favorites, and the standout for me is the meat Lasagna. The pizza is also very good with many options. Desserts are made in house. We were too full try any, but they sounded wonderful. There is a top-notch wine list. They do not offer spirits. Space is very limited inside and there are four patio tables. A reservation is a must and they use Open Table. Kids under 12 are not permitted in the dining room. Ask about the patio. Our server Stephanie has been on the job for a month. She knew the menu and served us well. Prices seemed moderate to me. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

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Loved the zoodles with creamy pesto, it is very filling. Penne pasta was in the sour end. Cozy ambiance and helpful and friendly waitress. read more

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940 positive reviews appear to be misleading. The food there was not tasty. A plate of spaghetti with three bland meatballs costs $26. The cream pizza was lousy. The atmosphere isn't cozy; it's merely tiny. This restaurant isn't worth the wait whatsoever. read more

My wife, 2 sons, and I had a great experience here. They were really friendly and helpful. The food was fantastic. I had the spinach dip calzone and it was really good. One of my sons had the Motown Detroit style pizza and it was one of the best pizzas we've ever tasted. There are not a lot of tables but I would highly recommend this place. read more

This is my first time here and it was wonderful. The appetizer/honey bread was to die for and I mean it hit all of the taste buds, sweet & savory. Honestly, if I would've eaten all of it, I would've never tried my entrée. Now, the lasagna, it is a hearty menu item. It's done well and comes out piping hot. They kept it traditional and again it is extremely filling and great taste. And if you read my reviews, you know, I am a tea snob, and I will always admit that (LOL). I don't know exactly which tea the server brought me, but it was amazing. It was delicious. It didn't need any sweetener and again, if you know me, that's saying a lot! When my family comes to visit, we will be making another stop here. I cannot forget the great service, too! And yes, the small light Brenda (my server) put on the table was the perfect touch for this dining experience. And it is the little things that can make the difference like my "to go" tea. It was put in a proper tea container, which just put the cherry on top. Well done! read more

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Went for my second time last weekend. Superb service. Excellent food. It's a very small place, so you really need to have a reservation or luck out with your timing. Absolutely recommend. read more

Ordered a plate of spaghetti and meatballs with focacia bread. Bread was hard as a rock. The spaghetti was bland and cold. The meatballs had absolutely no taste. I've had their food before its not usually this bad. I won't be going back though. read more

Small seating area so I recommend a reservation! The spaghetti was perfect to me and the lasagna made me want to boycott the frozen ones. The garlic bread could use some work but the house made lemonade was so good we forgot. read more

First timer here, came for lunch with a friend. The lasagna is top notch, worth the wait. This dish would make Garfield himself blush. We had garlic knots as an appetizer and the amount of garlic was perfect. She's a vegan and enjoyed her pizza but said the cheese used here wasn't her favorite. Service was very friendly and prompt. Atmosphere is intimate without being overbearing. Recommend the vodka and prickly pear lemonade if you plan on drinking! read more

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Went here previously to celebrate a birthday and was disappointed but surprisingly everything has imprpved since. We ordered the meatballs in jalapeño cream everyone was raving about and it was very dry before but now it was very flavorful and the jalapeño cream is definitely a must try. It even works well with the house focaccia and the garlic knots. For the salads, the apple walnut was really great and the low carb options of the pan seared chicken and zucchini noodles are delicious with the zucchini noodles are customizable for whatever sauces you feel like having. The drinks menu is slightly limited but enough to complement the dishes they do have. The pizza options are also worth a try as all their bread/dough are really baked to perfection. Service is great and the restaurant looks great with all the booths inside with the gold panels as well as the local art on the walls. It's always great when restaurants can bounce back from prior subpar dining experiences...Hopefully they can stay consistent in with the quality of the food and service for years to come. read more

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I'd only ever had Renee's cheese and pepperoni pizza at the Tucson Festival of Books, but finally made it to the restaurant with a friend a few months back and have been back twice since. On my first visit, we shared the Oh Honey Board with the gluten-free baguette, which was such a treat. The honey, goat cheese and apples paired perfectly with the bread, which I never would have guessed to be gluten-free. I had the Old Town Classic pizza for my entree, and my friend the Shroomy Goat pizza, and both were delicious. Our server was great and our visit great overall. When Renee's announced they'd be the host location for 313 Detroit-Style Pizza and Coneys, I had to make a return trip. I ordered the Cheesy Detroit-style pizza for my husband and classic Coney dogs for myself. The dog was perfect (I've already been back for another) and the bite of my husband's pizza that I tried before he polished it off was also great. My only complaint is that Renee's is far from my house and I'm not able to make it a more regular part of my rotation. read more

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Food was amazing. We all loved the focaccia. My husband enjoyed his calzone. I loved my penne pesto and my son raved about his lasagna. Service was great. read more

Disappointed by their policy that parties with children must sit outside. Our daughter has been to Michelin-starred restaurants but she can't go to a pizza restaurant for lunch in Tucson? We left when we saw the sign. Waste of time. read more

I ate dinner here yesterday with four friends. When I made reservations the previous day, the only tables available were outside, so that's where we sat. Luckily, the weather was perfect. Service was good though a bit slow. Entree prices are on the high side. I split a 12-inch chilies and cream pizza on a traditional (as opposed to gluten-free) crust with one of my friends. He liked it. I was disappointed; the list of toppings sounded good, but it just wasn't my thing. However, that doesn't mean that I wouldn't like a different pizza here. read more

Awesome food with lots of customization options! All the red sauce and dough is vegan. I usually get the vegan build your own calzone and it's lovely - the cheese is super melty and the calzone dough has a nice texture. This time I also got the Greek salad without the feta and wow so fresh! All the ingredients were crisp and flavorful and it was a large portion as well. We sat on the patio which is shaded nicely. The inside seating is a bit small and dark but I think it fits the ambience. Our waitress was nice and patient to explain everything to us. They have many takeout and lunch special deals which is nice. This is definitely a place I would come to too often if I lived closer. read more

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Good food whether eating in or taking out. Tried the Detroit pizza for the first time and will order again. Pasta choices are great.

I looked this restaurant up on Yelp and saw that it had great reviews, so I decided to give it a try. The menu has a number of appealing options. I decided to go with the Spinach Dip Calzone, which I saw was featured on "Diners, Drive Ins and Dives". I had to try this menu option since Guy Fieri loved it. I placed a pick up order and also got their Caesar salad. Upon my arrival, the two ladies at the registers were immediately attentive. The gave great customer service even though I wasn't dining in. The Spinach Dip Calzone was full of flavor. The spinach dip mixture with jalapeños and chicken was everything you could imagine. The calzone as a whole is a 10/10. It's worth going to Renee's just to try the calzone. You won't be disappointed. read more

By far one of the best Italian eateries in Tucson . A complete surprise when I stopped in this unsuspecting restaurant. 10/10 with a ton of vegan options . read more

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While our meal was great, the no kids rule was a shocker. We had to sit outside and felt like the waiter forgot about us at times.

Food was excellent! Shared a salad and pizza with my friend inside the dining room. pizza was vegan vegetable but made with non vegan cheese as I'm not vegan. The vegetables were fresh and cooked to perfection: crust was crispy and chewy. And not having children screaming in the dining room was nice. read more

A small Bistro in Tucson that has authentic Italian food. Meat lasagna is a standout. Also, in very high demand and should be ordered in advance. I'm a fan of the pesto penne and the Arabi pasta. They have an excellent happy hour. That is takeout only Monday through Friday 3 PM to 530 Note well. read more

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We arrived in tucson on a friday afternoon for a wedding. Hungry and found this gem. The place is super cozy, friendly, and fancy for a pizza spot. We shared a salad (DELICIOUS) shared a pizza, WOW! When in town will be back again. We had salad and pizza but also have pastas on menu. It was an expensive to say the least. Thank you for the hospitality. read more

I feel like I have already reviewed Renee's but apparently not! This is MY PLACE for an amazing meal without worry. That dang Celiac hinders my dining out quite a bit but NOT at Renee's. You have to OpenTable because it's small. Four booths (I think) and outdoor tables, weather permitting. It's absolutely worth whatever Renee implements in order to have a quiet but happy meal. The staff LOVE working there which is a sign that she is on to something special. I recommend everything on the menu. She has an excellent selection of wines and the GF baguettes are so yummy. It's a great place to get to gather and actually be able to talk to each other. She has takeout too, which I also recommend if you can't get a reservation. Think ahead y'all, she's very popular! read more

Renee's Tucson - The short rib special!! Yummy now AND later when I make an artisan bread sandwich with my doggie bag leftovers - Pizza Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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The calzone was delicious. We got it plain so it was just the dough seasoned with oregano and with ricotta and mozzarella inside, I actually enjoyed it without toppings. The marinara that was served with it was sweet and delicious. The cheese pizza was nothing special, I would not get again, but loved the calzone. I do wish they gave free bread/focaccia before the meal. It is extremely small inside so highly recommend a reservation, we lucked out without one somehow. Always love checking out places guy fieri has been, they have a cool sign from him! read more

What an amazing little bistro. Reservations strongly recommended due to how limited seating there is, but the food and service are worth the visit. I also enjoyed the eclectic design. When in the area we'll be back. read more