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    The Cafe

    4.2 (164 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Garlic/Brie burger and tomato/blue-cheese bisque (both were specials of the day) $15 total 7/2021
    Mike S.

    On a beautifully cloudy, monsoon wknd with Tucson attractions largely hibernating from the July heat/humidity we opted to explore Sonoita's wine country. Wine tasting shouldn't be done on an empty stomach so the first planned stop was The Cafe... I guess as in THE Cafe, Lol. And it lives up to its namesake. We ordered everything listed on the Special-of-the-Day menu which included a grass-fed burger with brie and bacon and a blue-cheese and tomato bisque soup. We got an extra side of sweet potato fries. All portions were decently sized (see pic of burger/soup) and more than filled us up with the requisite protein and complex carbs to sustain us for an afternoon of wine tasting. Service was excellent and attentive. TIP: if you're splitting an entree they will charge $2 to cut it in half and merely bring an extra plate or they'll charge a whopping $5 extra to formally divide the meal and place them on two separate plates before bringing them out to the table. We opted to have neither done and simply shared all of our entrees and sides from the plates they came on (and were charged $0 :) Parking is ample but it's a dirt/gravel lot which can get muddy during monsoons. And they close AT 2pm!

    Chef's monthly feature- basil leaves, mozzarella,  raspberries with balsamic drizzle.
    Deb P.

    Stumbled on this nondescript building a few years ago. In Sonoita there aren't many dining options. Figured a place called the Cafe would be a greasy spoon. Wrongo bongo. More like gourmet burgers with impeccable sides. Always busy & can understand why. Had a beer, burger & side combo. Pleasant staff & service. Great for a Sunday drive.

    Highly suggest whatever homemade dessert they have for the day!
    Can B.

    Super comforting, simple and yummy food! My husband had an emotional flashback with the Apple pie, lol. He said it tasted just like how his grandma used to make it and proceeded to ask if he could buy a whole pie.

    Sauvignon blanc
    Kenya J.

    If y'all go to Sonoita for wine tasting then The Cafe better be the place you go grab lunch or dinner afterwards (or another glass of wine). I came here with my mom right after I finished my wine time at AZ Hops and Vines. I ordered a glass of Sauvignon Blanc cause I needed one more glass of wine to be satisfied and The Hamburger with a side of sweet potato fries. My mom had the Green Chile hamburger. The food was super delicious, as well as the wine I ordered (they have a long list of wine choices). This place is definitely recommended for food and drinks in the Patagonia and Sonoita area!

    Gary H.

    The Cafe in Sonoita, Arizona is one of the Housholder Family Saunterers' favorite places to chow down after a long day out on the Arizona Trail. This place is really "Phat!" To start with, Bryce and I had the "Ape Burger" which changes each day. A half pound of beef cooked to order with Calamari Onion Rings, Coctail Sauce and Bacon loaded with Sweet Potato Fry's. Karolien enjoyed her Reuben with Homemade Broccoli & Gouda Cheese Soup. Ben scarfed down a giant piled high Grilled Green Chili Cheeseburger and Bianka ate up her kids's menu Grilled Cheese! After we were half way done scarfing down our eats the kids asked if we could come back here tomorrow! Super Thanks for the never ending water pitcher at our table we were super thirsty after a long hiking day! We will be back as we segment hike the AZT south of Kentucky Camp!

    Peach pecan cobbler YUM
    Betsy M.

    Came here for lunch after wine tasting in the afternoon. My girlfriend had been here before (don't mix it up with the other "Cafe" a few doors down) and raved about the delicious food. We were not disappointed. Great service; quaint, homey and comfortable decor; and the food was really good. We had a table of four people and ordered various things -- BLT on a croissant, Turkey Green Chili melt, Cheeseburger and finally what they referred to as the APE burger. ALL of it was great... the APE burger is a fun concept. You basically tell them what you like/dislike and the chef comes up with a special burger JUST for you. My husband likes spicy and traditional beef burger patty and basically told them nothing was off limits - just make it delicious. He said it was and it looked huge brimming with lots of toppings. They also carry some local wines here -- one of our favorites being the Fluffer from Hops/Vines so we had a bottle of that as well. I would come back here again for sure, soon.

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    This is a wonderful place, service and food is amazing. The Balsamic mushroom burger is incredible

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    Cocina La Ley - One of the best Tacos I've ever had! Highly recommended Birria

    Cocina La Ley

    4.7(166 reviews)
    28.1 mi
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    I travel to Nogales every so often, and when I finally arrive to visit friends, they know that the…read morevery first question out of my mouth is, "Is Cocina La Ley open today?" It's true. I've been going there for about 10 years, and without fail, their seafood is always consistently delicious. Although most of the locals are probably very aware of this small yet mighty restaurant, it's tucked away in an unassuming location - it doesn't look like much from the outside, but as they say, "Don't judge a book by its cover." I always order the large ceviche, which comes with tostadas, and I also get a side of warm tortillas. When I get that large bowl in front of me, I just can't wait to dig in. But first, I absolutely must put a couple of drizzles of their out-of-this-world made-in-house tamarind hot sauce on top of each bite. I can't begin to describe how amazing this sauce is - just a little sweet, but hot enough to burn your face off. What makes it amazing is it's flavor is so unique and complex. One time I visited, and I saw that there wasn't any hot sauce on the table. I asked the server and he said that they were in the middle of making a new batch. After telling him that I came all the way from Florida for their sauce (and ceviche, of course), the owner came by and sold me a couple of jars of the deliciousness. We had a great conversation about their food, their hot sauce, and how much love they put into their 30 year plus establishment. Back to the food - the shrimp in the ceviche is perfectly bite-sized and always tender, in perfect proportion to all of the other ingredients. The liquid is delicious enough to slurp up at the end of the bowl. I also started ordering the fried shrimp tacos the last few times I went to La Ley. A small plate comes with a simple warm tortilla and perfectly breaded fried 2-3 pieces of shrimp. Their sauces and toppings bar has everything you need to complete the taco - pickled onions, cilantro, tomatoes, onion, etc. With some of their creamy sauce and more of the tamarind hot sauce, each bite is a moment in heaven. Like the ceviche, the shrimp is tender, the breading is fluffy, not oily, and when you put together spicy, creamy, salty, sweet, and sour, you've got one of the most satisfying dishes I can think of. Clearly, I love this place. As I sit here writing this over a thousand miles away (having just visited), I wish I was back in Nogales to visit La Ley.

    This place is simple, cool, clean, and very comfortable. The food is absolutely amazing. Yes, when…read moreI first hear about this place I was like: yeah, maybe another "wannabe" good Mexican place. BUT oh god, this place is delicious!!!!!! The service is good, you have to order first at the cashier, and then seat. They also have this salsa bar where you can find the cilantro, diced onion, matcha salsas and other toppings.

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    Cocina La Ley - A real Mexican Restaurant just this side of the border.

    A real Mexican Restaurant just this side of the border.

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    La Roca - Combination

    La Roca

    4.4(106 reviews)
    29.7 mi
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    We did a quick little breakfast trip across the border with my girlfriend and my dog and ended up…read moreat La Roca - such a beautiful spot. Walking in honestly feels like stepping into a hacienda. There's a gorgeous fountain in the center and a mix of seating areas - some more loungy if you're just having drinks, others perfect for coffee or a full breakfast. There's even an upper level with a bar-style balcony, which is where we sat, and it was such a great view. They are dog-friendly in the outdoor areas (I had mine in a stroller), and the staff could not have been more accommodating - they even helped me carry her up the stairs. Service overall was amazing. We had multiple servers checking on us, which just shows how well staffed and attentive they are, especially since it was pretty busy with the buffet crowd. We heard their buffet is really good, but we weren't quite that hungry, so we ordered off the menu. I got the huevos rancheros, and I'm not kidding - the beans alone made the whole trip worth it. I don't know what they're doing back there, but they need to keep doing it. The eggs and red sauce were also so good. My girlfriend got the chiles rellenos, and just watching her cut into them with that perfect cheese pull told me everything I needed to know - she confirmed they were delicious. The decor is beautiful and full of Mexican culture, the space feels really inviting, and overall it was just such a great experience. If you're in Nogales and want something nice without going too far into the city, this is literally right across the border and absolutely worth it.

    Great ambience exceptional service coupled with the best margaritas and over the top…read moreDelicious food!

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    CRUDA Mariscos & Oyster Bar - 3P. OYSTERS A LA CRUDA 1/2 DZ

    CRUDA Mariscos & Oyster Bar

    4.2(460 reviews)
    41.9 mi
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    Amazing! Everything was fresh and delicious. The molcajete mixto was so flavorful and had a nice…read morespicy kick, as it should. The oysters and green agua chile were the stars of the torre marisquera, a nice way to try a variety of the options. I was blown away by the oysters rockellefer, the chorizo bits were a flavorful and unexpected spin. The raw oysters were fresh and were combined perfectly with the accompanying home made salsa. As most Mexican marisco restaurants have, there's a basket filled with a wide variety of salsa bottles and saltine crackers. The food was so fresh and flavorful, it wasn't needed They have a nice selection of Mexican beers on tap or by the bottle. They also have a great mixed drink menu, which we didn't try. If you're from the Baja region of Mexico, you accompany your sea food with a Pacifico, as I did. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable of the wide menu options. I can't wait to be back on my next trip to Tucson.

    Omg !!! First time here, it's wonderful n fulfilling. Portion are really up to par, n so tasty…read more Everyone here enjoyed the food We sat outside after leaving the other restaurant. N So satisfying I had a cerviche shrimp tostada n it was bontiful filled w shrimp n fixings. To a 2 person serving n wait n cook took care of all the people that came n sat in the patio. I definitely recommend this great seafood place in downtown Tucson !!!!

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    CRUDA Mariscos & Oyster Bar
    CRUDA Mariscos & Oyster Bar - Ahi tostadas (2 separate orders at $15 ea) 5/2024

    Ahi tostadas (2 separate orders at $15 ea) 5/2024

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