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    4.8 (45 reviews)
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    Barbys Roast Peace Sandwich
    Paul L.

    Vegetarian comfort food out of a small old time camping trailer parked outside a brewery? Need anymore be said? Okay, it's a review so, yes. The Barby's Roast Peace Sandwich, thin sliced scratch made seitan stuffed in a sesame bun, with onions and vegan cheese, is incredibly satisfying. The Veganer Schnitzel, scratch-made seitan thin cut and breaded, is another winner. Finally, the French fries. I rarely eat fries and have never written about fries. Fries are pretty much fries. Not much to say about fries. Well, I'm wrong. These may have been the best fries I've ever had. The balance between heft, crunch, and texture elevates these fries to gourmet level for me. I never thought I would say that about fries. Tucson surprises me yet again in a good way.

    Spicy Fricken Sandwich
    Reed B.

    The Barby's Roast Peace and Spicy Fricken Chickn sandwiches are both great. Wish I had come with more of an appetite because the Sonoran Dog looked really good too. It's always great to find a fully vegan menu in Tucson but even better when they have unique menu items and you can bring them into Screwbean next door to eat. Will definitely be back for more.

    Sonoran Dog
    Ernesto L.

    Enjoyed this spot today. Ordered a few items on the menu. The grilled cheese was really cheezy. The bread is what made it stand out. Same for the Roast Peace sandwich. Not stingy at all the protein at all. Very filling and flavorful. A must try in Tucson

    1/2 Spicy Fricken Sandwich and 1/2 Mushroom Philly Cheezesteak Sandwich
    Bob N.

    This is definitely my first time going here and I was totally surprised. I was surprised first that I found the place because they're right behind the brewery. You can order food from the brewery and they will get it to you, but you have to find it and they will deliver it to the restaurant as well. The vegan comfort food was such a delicious and amazingly tasty food that I will definitely be back. The gentleman that was there was so friendly and helpful with ordering for my first time. if you are looking for a great plant-based getaway from the norm definitely visit here. Even if you're not vegan, you will love this place!

    Sonoran Dog
    Abner H.

    We were happy to find this gem in Tucson, AZ The seitan was one of my favorites I've had Delicious food and cute ambience Loved the retro look of the trailer! Check them out!

    Crispy fried pickles and homemade ranch
    Gabrielle R.

    ALL vegan menu and food truck located right outside the Screwbean brewing co. Location, -The food we ordered was fantastic, one of the best Seitan spicy crispy chickun sandwiches I've had, big huge crispy patty, finely sliced lettuce, and yummy fluffy bun. Also had the Philly cheese steak sandwich that was hearty and packed full, along with the crispy lightly breaded fried pickles with homemade ranch, yum! Finally, we also thoroughly enjoyed the chocolate-peanut butter milk shake that was knock our socks off delicious!!! :P Service was friendly, kind, and very prompt, with every item made to order! Nice blocked off petite outdoor table sitting area with quiet surroundings. I truly can't wait to come back to this little gem! :D

    Fricken Chicken Sandwich
    Talisa M.

    Love this little oldies themed diner that's right outside local bar MotoSonora Brewery. The owner is a hard worker, he makes all the order fresh and most of the food it house made. On the busier nights there can be a bit of a wait, we'll worthwhile and while one is relaxing and waiting, they can enjoy the space and drinks of Moto. Classic favorites like fries, shakes and a chicken sandwich or spice things up with the fried pickles... a personal top fave. Totally vegan friendly. Really delicious comfort food.

    Substance Diner's new spot on Park and 10th
    Brittany G.

    Great vegan diner food, we can always rely on Substance for the good stuff. Best vegan Sonoran dogs we've ever found. Thick diner fries that are seasoned great, and great vegan ranch. We love their new spot behind Screwbean Brewery, I hope it serves them well! We always go out of our way to find Substance Diner. Yum!

    Mushroom Philly Cheezesteak Sandwich
    Joseph S.

    Had this yesterday at MotoSonora Brewery. It was stellar! I had the Mushroom Philly Cheezesteak Sandwich, and was super impressed. They have their act together too. All you need to do is get the QR code off the table in the brewery, place your order, and go pick it up after they page you. Nice to see people actually using technology for a change! The cheese steak was generous in size, and tasted amazing. The toppings were a bit expensive, but that's just what restaurants do I guess. I'd definitely have this again. It's great to know I can get such amazing food at a great brewery!

    Fried pickles
    Taylor H.

    Absolutely delicious diner inspired vegan food truck. The food is made to order and worth the wait. I opted for the fried pickles, which were a generous portion for $7 and a side of ranch. I also ordered the substance burger and it had this carnivore fooled! Full of flavor, loaded with toppings and cooked to perfection. 10/10 would order both items again and I can't wait to! If I could prepare vegan food this good, I'd eat it everyday.

    Vegan Sonoran Dog & Mac'n'Cheese Croquettes with spicy mayo dipping sauce
    Monica R.

    Rainy day in Tucson called for a drive to the Substance Diner! Vegan Sonoran Dog & Mac'n'Cheese Croquettes with spicy mayo dipping sauce were amazing. The tastes! Every bite was full of flavor. Truly spoiled myself.

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    Violet C.

    Fantastic flavorful food. All vegan paradise. Ordered online, picked up. Long wait times are worth it, they are making the food with love.

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    Great vegan food. The turkey sandwich and chicken nuggets were absolutely amazing and all at a very reasonable price.

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    The food is amazing very delicious! The cooks are very nice as well. So sad they aren't behind the coffee place anymore.

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    Midtown Vegan Deli and Market - How it arrived with tots; excellent!

    Midtown Vegan Deli and Market

    4.7(157 reviews)
    4.3 miSwan Way Park
    $$

    Last month I ordered catering for work, and this place was fantastic to work with. They were so…read morehelpful and pleasant throughout the process. We had several attendees who needed gluten-free options, and the staff made some great recommendations. The deli menu has a great variety to offer, is fully vegan, and full of flavor. Our purchase was for breakfast items, but the food was so good that I'll definitely be coming back to try their lunch menu. Even my kids, who are total foodies and hard critics, were so impressed that they added Midtown Vegan Deli to their list of places to visit. As a family we have been trying to eat more animal-friendly and plant-base meals so we are super excited we found a place that packs the flavor and does not have a boring menu.

    Ordered a crunchwrap and a side of tots for pickup and everything was great! The order was ready…read moreon-time and service was friendly. They have a lot of seating and various drink fridges with an assortment of sodas and some other beverages in a casual, deli-style environment. The crunchwrap was really good - sometimes vegan cheese is a miss, but this one was great and melty. I subbed the beyond meat for beans and was happy with the choice. The tots were also amazing - usually I need a sauce with tots/fries but these were well-seasoned and flavorful. Even though I drove about 15 min home before I ate them, they were still crispy!! Overall delicious spot that I'll be visiting again soon.

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    Midtown Vegan Deli and Market - Nice deli sitting area

    Nice deli sitting area

    Midtown Vegan Deli and Market - BBQ Jackfruit sandwich

    BBQ Jackfruit sandwich

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    Aspasia - H3. Samosa

    Aspasia

    4.5(131 reviews)
    2.6 miPalo Verde
    $$

    Returning after about a year with out of town visitors for our last dinner before they head home…read moretomorrow. It seemed like the menu had been updated with more and improved selections. We ordered drinks and studied the menu some and put in orders for the Aspasia and hummus plates along with the big (we had no idea it was that big) family mix grill and chicken and beef shawarma. We received the Aspasia plate first and it was delicious! The kibbeh was so good but so was everything else. The mixed grill plate was awesome. The hummus and baba ghanoush were incredible. I don't think I can get enough superlatives into this write up to fully convey not only how good this food is but also how authentic it all was. Of course our server timed all the deliveries to our table so that everything came out correctly and at the right time. The inside of the restaurant is actually a big room, sparsely decorated with simple tables and chairs but again it added to the charm and authenticity of the cafes from the Middle East region. There is no other place in Tucson like this and I highly recommend this to you to go and try. There is plenty here to try and enjoy.

    Great service for a pickup order -- I got the last two pieces of knafeh. Unfortunately, they have…read morethe same supply issues in Tucson as I've had from Texas to Alabama in the South: no nabulsi, so queso fresco had to substitute. It was still as good as any I've had in the US, including my homemade, when we can't get nabulsi.

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    Aspasia - My server chilling

    My server chilling

    Aspasia - Chicken tawouk plate with fries

    Chicken tawouk plate with fries

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    Finished plate lol

    Noodleholics - Taiwanese beef noodle

    Noodleholics

    4.3(694 reviews)
    3.0 miPalo Verde
    $$

    We got the Wonton Noodle Soup, two variations of the Guilin Noodles, and the Guilin Chicken Rice…read more All of the items are solid and there isn't much to critique about, other than the chicken and the rice not being the same temperature (though that's normal). It's not going to be the best you ever had in your life, and if you've been to Southern China, you're not going to be blown away. HOWEVER, it is the homemade taste that makes it good. It doesn't feel like any other restaurant, it feels like you are at somebody's house. Here's the thing, I came in expecting the usual Chinese food affair, but I left genuinely surprised and impressed. This restaurants specializes in Southern Chinese food, which is different from other regions. I am so happy this restaurant and its chains helps the cuisine gain exposure and adds depth to Chinese food in general. Even better, the menu is laid out in a way that it is easy to understand: gluten-free options, allergies, and spice level. The service was great. All though it isn't a "full" sit-down restaurant, everybody there seemed to know the menu well and was happy to be there. As a Cantonese person, it was nice hearing my language being spoken in the kitchen. The restaurant itself was immaculately clean and very modern. We came during early dinner time so the parking lot was near empty and easy to park. Overall, if you've never had Southern Chinese food or are looking for something more authentic than classic Chinese takeaway, definitely check out this location. The cherry on top are the big portion sizes and the price.

    I met my friend here for lunch, wow so much flavor and the amount is unreal. I will have lunch for…read moretomorrow too. The service was great, the people were authentic, and the food was awesome. With the construction going on into a little hard to get in here, but it's worth it.

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    Noodleholics - Water station and bathroom entrance 11/2024

    Water station and bathroom entrance 11/2024

    Noodleholics - Spicy Beef Noodle Soup

    Spicy Beef Noodle Soup

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    Falora - This was definitely my favorite- the Figaro- so good!

    Falora

    4.2(409 reviews)
    1.7 miBroadmoor-Broadway Village
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    Great spot for date night or if you're looking for an upscale pizza place! The pizzas are made…read moreNapoli-style with a thin, chewy crust with a nice char. The menu also features salads and pastas and a nice wine list. We've ordered the Margherita pizza several times, and it consistently is delicious. Though the pizza is definitely the main event, the salads and pasta are solid as well. We've had the Caesar salad which is pretty good, but recently tried the Piastra (chilled zucchini noodles in housemade pesto) which was a light and refreshing start to the meal. We also shared the hazelnut gnocchi which was unique, umami and creamy in flavor. For dessert, we shared the panna cotta which is served in a mason jar - great way to end the meal.

    I have eaten at Falora a bunch of times. Nice athmoshphere, an outdoor patio and lots of creative…read morevegan options. My favorites here are the Kale salad and La Cauliflora pizza. I also like the Za Zucca pizza- very different. I have tried the Piastra- This one was a tad simple for me but refreshing. The San Gennaro pizza was good but didn't make my favorites list. The Cavatelli pasta dish was fun to try too. Cute place for anniversaries etc. 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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    Govindas Natural Foods Buffet - Yummy and healthy and cooked with love!

    Govindas Natural Foods Buffet

    4.3(230 reviews)
    2.7 miHedrick Acres
    $$

    Food is plentiful and delicious. Menu changes daily…read more Buffet style is good value. Ambiance is pleasant with outdoor seating and exotic birds. Service is kind and unobtrusive cashier. Serve yourself food

    I read other Yelp review ls before coming here and they were so helpful. I knew to follow the signs…read morefor Govindas, navigate through the gift shop, then beeline for the cashier to pay before getting my tray and plate. I knew the drinks cost extra, but the reverse osmosis water was included. I also knew to get a new plate when I went back for seconds. I also knew there was a koi pond and aviary on the property. My mom and I were on a girls trip and we enjoy eating healthfully whenever we can. That's not to say we don't also love desserts! We heard this place was vegetarian and were intrigued. Walking in from the parking lot, we were struck at how beautiful the whole temple/grounds were. Beautiful art/water features and statues. The food changes daily, I believe, but on our visit there was a salad bar (with spinach and lettuce options, shredded carrot, cucumber, two kinds of sprouts, chickpeas, grape tomatoes, and zucchini- also don't miss the delicious dressings! I got seconds on salad so I could try multiple dressings!). There was also brown rice and yellow rice options, steamed veggies and curry veggies, coconut chutney, chowmein, and vegan pizza. Oh and rice pudding and halva. Everything was simple and delicious. They have signs on the table about the food being prepared with the utmost cleanliness and love and I believe it. We sat inside (even though the courtyard was beautiful, it was still a bit sunny). Inside they were playing pan flute music and there was the gentle gurgle of a water feature and large crystals lining the wall. Heck yeah! After dinner we wandered around the grounds, admiring everything. I particularly enjoyed seeing Sufi the white turkey, and the peacocks, the pheasants, and the parrots! They were all adorable and seemed happy. The koi pond was also very zen and beautiful. I would definitely recommend this spot with the caveat that it's not for everyone- you have to go in with the knowledge you're eating simply, and all vegetarian, and you're entering a space where others live and worship. For the price, this was a great bargain. I'd love to visit again one day!

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    Govindas Natural Foods Buffet - Beautiful grounds to walk around

    Beautiful grounds to walk around

    Govindas Natural Foods Buffet
    Govindas Natural Foods Buffet - Beautiful grounds to walk around

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    Beautiful grounds to walk around

    Renee's Tucson - Chilies and Cream Pizza

    Renee's Tucson

    4.4(950 reviews)
    7.0 mi
    $$
    Takes reservations
    Romantic vibe

    It's been a minute but another wonderful experience. We got the meat lasagna ($23) and calzone ($12…read more+ $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 ;)

    Checked out Renee's a few weeks ago and it's honestly my new favorite Italian spot in Tucson. The…read morefood 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.

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    Renee's Tucson - Zoodles primavera with pesto + meatballs

    Zoodles primavera with pesto + meatballs

    Renee's Tucson - Fettuccine Alfredo

    Fettuccine Alfredo

    Renee's Tucson - 12" Papas Con Queso Pizza

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    12" Papas Con Queso Pizza

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