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    Shelby's Bistro

    3.5 (161 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    SHELBY'S BISTRO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    Jessica P.

    Was able to stop by this lovely bistro while at the Tubac Festival of Art. It has indoor and outdoor seating and the weather was perfect to sit out on the patio. The live music playing outside gave it great vibes. I ordered the hot chicken sandwich and the chicken was cooked perfectly. It was so juicy. The sweet potato fries were good as well. I could tell the staff were a little overwhelmed with the number of customers, but overall they did a great job. I will be visiting again!

    Kristin Q.

    We really enjoyed the food here (the chicken wrap in the sun-dried tomato wrap was delicious) and the outdoor seating was really cute. We had a very kind server too. The food was fresh. I would definitely go back next time we're in Tubac.

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    Jyrki P.

    This place is a unique corner in Tubac, AZ. Great non-franchise restaurant serving pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, and salads. It was slightly hidden and off the main road so map helps find it. The Shelby's burger was tasty, juicy, and just about perfect, accompanied by sweet potato fries. We had lunch in patio area and there was pleasant live music, too. Very friendly service and reaxed ambiance. Overall, I would definitely enjoy another burger traveling around the area next time.

    Melissa L.

    Shelbys Bistro is the perfect spot for a light snack while you are in Tubac. We accidentally stumbled upon it and were dying for a shady area during a hot spring late afternoon. Shelby's has a lovely covered patio and also a small restaurant for inside seating. We wanted to people watch so we opted for the outside covered patio which was truly lovely. Service was 5 stars friendly. Everyone was really nice and due to the hot weather they always ensured our ice teas were filled and we were checked up on an appropriate amount of times. The food is a solid 4 stars. Everything was good but nothing stellar. All fine for a casual lunch in this small tourist town. We split a pepperoni pizza and a lunch salad. Both were good and hit the spot. I'd say If your in the area and looking for somewhere to stop that's adorable and quick - this is a good lunch spot to try.

    Molly M.

    Good lunch spot-great service since the restaurant was packed & they were short staffed! We ate outdoors under a helpful umbrella. Nice atmosphere but sorta spendy for what you get...but how many times can you eat some great food outdoors in Tubac?

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    Tasty, perfectly orchestrated dining experience. Brought out 10 entries beautifully done at one time for a party. Lovely ex.experience.

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    Consistently great food and options for your meal. Good wines as well. Outside seating with misters when it's warm. Try it!

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    We shared a sandwich and it was amazing. Loved sitting outside while eating and service was wonderful!

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    Nice outdoor dining area! Good prices for the entrees and appetizers and wine. Service is good

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    One of our very favorite places to dine in Tubac! Always consistent, always delicious! Great service as well and very fr

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    The food is excellent and the service good. It's one of my favorite places to eat in Tubac.

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    Best place for lunch. Healthful selections that are tasty. Salads and Sonoran chicken are special. Excellent service.

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    The alleged strawberry margarita tasted of nothing. Very watery and blah. The eggplant stacker thing was OK but not fabulous.

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    Istanbul Mediterranean Cuisine & Bar

    4.4(388 reviews)
    43.8 miBlenman-Elm
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    First time here. So comfortable and really great food. Authentic and tasty. Staff very friendly,…read morepersonable with super service. A must visit for a great meal !

    A lover of Mediterranean cuisine, I don't how I missed trying Istanbul Mediterranean Cuisine and…read moreBar. So my daughter, who has enjoyed Istanbul many times, took me there for Mother's Day. We arrived at 12:30 and they were slammed. No available parking, so my daughter dropped me off (so sweet) and parked a couple doors down. The dining room was packed and noisy. The young man who greeted us said he'd have a table in ten minutes or we could sit in the air conditioned patio area. That's what we did. The patio was quiet and a large fan blowing over a trough of ice kept us cool and comfortable. We started with an appetizer of hummus, tzatziki, pita, and dolmades, with sliced cucumbers and tomatoes. The tzatziki was the best I've had. The sliced veggies were great so my celiac daughter could scoop the yummy spreads instead of pita. As lamb lovers, we ordered the lamb kabob plate and the lamb clay pot. The plate came with scrumptious rice, Greek salad, and sliced veg. The clay pot was filled with diced potatoes, tomatoes, and tender cubes of lamb, beautifully seasoned. So much delicious food! Our waiter offered dessert, but we were stuffed and settled for to-go boxes. I had an excellent lunch for two more days! As a big fan of Mediterranean food, I don't know how I could have missed Istanbul, but my first time surely won't be my last.

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    Santorini Greek Cafe

    4.6(180 reviews)
    43.7 miBlenman-Elm
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    Food was great and our server was friendly. Great place to grab lunch or dinner. Fast service and…read moregreat food!

    First time here and I was really impressed. My husband and I ordered the Special Gyro with lamb,…read morepork belly, and beef steak along with dolmades and baklava. He got a side of French fries and I got the Greek fries. Every part of the meal tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared, and it was clear from the first bite that they take pride in what they make. The baklava had the perfect mix of honey, crunch, and sweetness. It is made in house and has a fresh, rich flavor that stands out right away. The dolmades were just as good. I could eat them every day. It is rare to find a place that still makes their appetizers, sauces, desserts, and other items in house, and it really adds to the charm. The gentleman who took our order was warm and friendly, which made the visit even better. I usually go for lamb skewers when I visit Greek restaurants, but this time I wanted to try their gyro. The pita was cooked to perfection. It was soft and had that fresh dough taste that only comes from bread made in house. The meat was juicy and full of flavor. Overall, I was very happy with the entire experience from the service to the food. We ordered to go and did not have to wait long. Prices are average for Greek food in the area, and what you get is friendly service, fresh ingredients, and flavorful food.

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    KebabG Mediterranean Restaurant - Falafel

    KebabG Mediterranean Restaurant

    4.5(13 reviews)
    45.5 miMountain View

    Unique and tasty food! Loved the Indian take of…read moreMediterranean classics. You can tell that the food is made fresh and everything is packed with flavor. Chai is also a must!

    My review is for the Indian street food pop up. I noticed that this Mediterranean restaurant had…read morepop up menus for different styles of Indian food on some weekends. One of those pop up menus is an Indian street food menu that is fully vegetarian and also egg free (Indian pure vegetarian.) My husband and I went a couple times, once in May 2025 and once in Feb 2026 and it was delicious and beautifully plated. My review for the food itself is 5 stars. During those two visits we tried: (May 2025) -Pani Puri: Fresh and delicious and I recommend ordering it spicy if you eat spicy. -Samosa Chaat : This was a 5 star dish for me! It was the best samosa I have ever had with the most delicious toppings and condiments. We asked for yogurt on the side, I'd totally get that again. My second favorite dish here! -Dabeli: This was a 5 star dish for me! It was a perfectly balanced work of art with the delicious filling and bun and the pomegranate and peanuts on top. Super fresh and so so delicious. I would absolutely return just for that- my favorite dish here!! (Feb, 2026) -Sev Puri: This was good. the fried potato on the cracker was fresh and I really liked the sauce mix on it with tamarind. It reminded me a little bit of the filling in Trinidadian doubles. We asked for yogurt on the side. -Pav Bhaaji: This was good but my least favorite dish here. I think probably just because of how amazing the others are though. This one also contains clarified butter which I don't typically eat. I liked it with the lime and raw onions added to the curry. -Vada Pav : This was my favorite from today's dishes! I loved the perfectly fried spicy green chili pepper in it. I wish I didn't eat that whole chilli pepper in one bite because I wanted more when it was gone. My husband experienced it the same way. He also noted how fluffy the potato was inside like mashed potato. This was perfect for sharing since there were two. This dish is native to Maharashtra. - Aloo tiki chaat : This was good. the fried potato patty reminded me a tad of a potato latke. Toppings were good and included mint. We asked for yogurt on the side Both times we sat on the patio and enjoyed a relaxed dinner. When we came in May they were very nice to check if we were happy with spice level or wanted more spice and talked to us about the food. They seemed passionate about it and It made for a really fun and interesting experience. When we came in February, we had less engagement with staff. A couple things I would like to note: 1. They add a service fee of 10% on bills without notifying the costumer. The first time I went, since they didn't notify me of that before I paid or gave me a detailed bill, I left a tip over that total amount that already included 10%. I do think it should be communicated to customers in advance. When I realized this and pointed it out to them they did refund it. The second time I remembered there was a fee but I noticed it was still not communicated to me a head of ordering. I don't appreciate that business practice of hidden fees and that is the reason I lowered to 4 stars. The food itself is 5 stars for me. 2. I would not recommend their pop ups for people with severe allergies. I was hoping and still hope they eventually transition the restaurant to Indian or add a regular Indian menu. Especially since there is only one restaurant in the Tucson area that serve south indian food (Spice Garden Indian Cuisine in Marana) . I have yet to try the mediterranean food here aside from a complimentary baklava in May which was not my favorite. Sounds like the two current owners bought the business sometimes around January 2025 and I am curious (and really hope ) to see the Indian dishes become a more regular part of the menu on a daily basis. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

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    KebabG Mediterranean Restaurant - Lamb Shish Kebab

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    KebabG Mediterranean Restaurant - Lamb Shish Kebab

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    Chef Alisah's - This is chicken and vegetables, incredibly tender and delicious.

    Chef Alisah's

    4.5(619 reviews)
    48.8 mi
    $$

    I adore Eastern European food and it's so hard to find in the US. The delightful service is like…read morebeing fed at your father in law's house. You feel like family. Don't miss the tzatsiki and red bell pepper spreads for an appetizer. The stuffed grape leaves were also amazing. We were given a complimentary dish of a lovely pasta in what I think was a paprika sauce. Off the menu, family style dish, out of this world. Try the cabbage slaw, stuffed cabbage, and the meatballs - all beautifully prepared and seasoned perfectly. Highly recommended.

    This restaurant feels like you're walking into someone's home. The owner/chef and his wife were…read moreseated, talking, when we walked in just before 1p. You could feel the love in the room. Looking over the menu everything sounded fabulous. The owner took my order and when I asked for the shish kebab he said "not the best". So I asked for his suggestion. He said I would like the meatballs better and that they were lighter. Well I listened and he was right. They treat you like family here and want you to like what they make you. My husband had the goulash and it was also spectacular. The salad before the meal was also a surprise star. Coated in lemon and olive oil and just the right salt and pepper it was a light delicious way to get your veggies. I will be back here frequently.

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    Chef Alisah's - Pictures of Guy Fieri and Chef Alisah in the restaurant and a great selection of Milka chocolates which are hard to find in the U.S.

    Pictures of Guy Fieri and Chef Alisah in the restaurant and a great selection of Milka chocolates which are hard to find in the U.S.

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    Homemade Mediterranean - Cauliflower, salad, hummas

    Homemade Mediterranean

    4.7(22 reviews)
    2294.0 mi
    $$

    Delicious! My friend and I got the garlic chicken shawarma. Perfect ratio of every ingredient. The…read morelady working the stand was so sweet and energetic. Stop by and show her some love if you're in the area!

    Tucked into a small red trailer in the liquor store parking lot on Route 103 across from Jillian's,…read moreHomemade Mediterranean is an absolute gem. I ordered a falafel wrap, and it was fantastic, crispy, fresh, and packed with flavor. My wife had the fried cauliflower wrap, and even though she normally doesn't like Mediterranean food, she was blown away by how delicious it was, especially with the tahini sauce. We also got sides of garlic sauce and tahini, plus a tub of hummus to take home. The hummus was smooth, rich, and some of the best I've had. The food came out in about 10-15 minutes, which felt quick, though the owner kept apologizing as if it were taking too long clearly she cares about the customer experience. They also offer a call-ahead number, which is great if you're short on time. The menu has all the classics you'd expect at a Mediterranean spot, and everything tasted fresh and homemade. There are chairs and a picnic table right near the trailer that overlooks Cole's River. Bring cash although she takes electronic payments. We'll definitely be back and really hope this place sticks around for a long time. A true local treasure!

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    Food truck

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    Shelby's Bistro - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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