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    The Cork Tucson

    4.0 (457 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    THE CORK TUCSON ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Caesar salad with salmon
    Joy S.

    Finally tried this restaurant. The good things... Food was great. Our server was excellent (Schuyler). They kept our water glasses filled. Ambiance was relaxing. They sat us at a table away from crowds. Fun for a special evening out. The not-as-good things...There didn't seem to be a way to reserve for the patio through Open Table, maybe we needed to call directly to restaurant. Food took quite awhile to come to us. The Happy Hour menu is only good in the bar and patio, not the main restaurant.

    Petite filet dinner.
    Betsy B.

    I've eaten here several times and will be coming back. I asked to be seated further from the bar and it was very nice. Happy hour at the bar is great but gets noisy. I've had fish in the past but opted for the petite filet as did my two companions. It was excellent. it was cooked the way I requested and was tender with a very tasty sauce. I also had the baked potato and asparagus with a garlic butter sauce. Service was excellent. All three of us thoroughly enjoyed the food and intend to come back often.

    Menu
    Genevieve M.

    Interesting space... cozy and tucked away from the main road you don't notice how big and yet intimate this restaurant is. It has indoor and outdoor seating. One unique feature here is the addition of wild game meats to their menu ( elk, bison, venison etc) as well as seafood options. They have a pretty good happy hour at the bar and a daily bar special... on Thursday it was a delicious burger. In addition we tried the ribs (Carolina bbq sauce... so think mustard), the prime rib strips and bacon wrapped shrimp. Everything was delicious! Service was friendly... kitchen was really quick with getting food out despite how busy they were. Will return.

    Blackened calamari
    Christina Z.

    Good option on the east side if you're looking for a steakhouse to celebrate a special occasion/date! My husband and I have been here twice so far (once for a regular menu and recently for Sonoran Restaurant Week) and have left satisfied with our meals overall. The Cork's menu emphasizes meats and seafood with some unique options for game meat if you're adventurous. Appetizers Thoughts: - Bread basket - herby and buttery bread - Blackened calamari - we've had this twice and it's been consistent with the calamari not being chewy at all and the charred salty seasoning went well with the acidity of the lemon sauce - Wild game trio (bison, venison, and kangaroo) - my husband ordered this, and the venison was his favorite of the 3; something to try at least once in his opinion but would not necessarily order again Entrees Thoughts: All come with 2 sides - Petite Filet - cooked perfectly medium rare - Teriyaki NY Strip - my husband was surprised by how much he enjoyed the teriyaki sauce on the steak, also cooked perfectly - Ribeye special - topped with mushroom sauce which was also delicious - Macadamia-nut crusted halibut - a large portion and a bit on the drier side, wish there was a bit more of the sauce - Sides: the loaded baked potatoes are truly loaded, garlic mashed potatoes are good if you're a fan of garlic, charred broccolini is pretty good The dessert tray is impressive. The birthday brownie we got was chocolately goodness. The cheesecake and tart special were good if you're looking for lighter options.

    Cheesecake
    Cooper S.

    Got there at 6:30, glad we made reservations! Server was on point let us know the specials of the evening , answered our questions about the menu and bar selections. Food had great flavor and was cooked just how we ordered. Nothing left to be desired.

    Michelle M.

    This is one of my husband's favorite places to get a fancy meal (especially when he's craving surf and turf). The cocktails and mocktails are always delicious, and the food is consistently good and cooked to our preference. My go to is usually one of their seafood dishes. Most recently I had the salmon with broccolini and garlic mash potatoes. I highly recommend this place when you are celebrating a special occasion or have family visiting.

    Course 3: Mushroom Pistachio Salad
    Sarah F.

    Fair warning, this may be a good bit longer than my usual - but I've got a lot of deliciousness to unpack here :) I was excited to attend The Cork's first of an upcoming series of wine dinners, and they set the bar high with a deliciously executed time machine theme - "Michelin Through the Years". This masterfully curated culinary selection transported us through some truly iconic dishes by legendary Michelin-starred chefs (and props for the hand-drawn Back to the Future-inspired Delorean on the menu that was an appropriate nod to the sheer breadth of culinary history we enjoyed). The entire staff was top notch from front of house to the kitchen - incredibly attentive, kind, professional, and everything moved smoothly even with it being held in one of The Cork's signature cozy spaces. From start to finish, it was a night to remember and I highly recommend checking out one of their wine dinners if you have the opportunity - the investment is money well spent! I've posted the menu photo for full details on each course, but here's my spark-notes: Course 1: Salmon Tartare Cornet A delicious and delicate first bite - the cornet of marinated Atlantic salmon with sweet onion crème fraîche was paired with a crisp Bertrand Crémant Rosé 2021. Started the evening on a light and crispy note. Course 2: Lobster Thermidor A rich and indulgent follow up was the Lobster Thermidor. The Gruyère topping came out of the broiler perfectly golden and was paired with The Stag's Leap Chardonnay 2023. Course 3: Mushroom Pistachio Salad This was my hands down favorite part of the whole meal! This quirky-sounding salad was laid down on a base of an amazing, hand-crafted pistachio butter, and the different textures and flavors came together in all the best ways - it was earthy, delightful, and totally unexpected. Paired with The Erath Reserve Pinot Noir 2021. Course 4: Tournedos Rossini This was a showstopper and my second favorite (and ya'll I was so full at this point, but ate every last bite of this course because it was that good)! The combo of perfectly seared tournedo over toasted brioche as the crouton, topped with foie gras caramel and shaved black truffle -- pure luxury. The purée and pickled baby carrots added a vinegary balance, and the potato pavé was perfectly crispy and flavorful. Paired with Borgogno Barolo 2020. Course 5: "Oops! I Dropped the Lemon Tart" This adventure through time ended with an unexpected object lesson for life - Chef Massimo Bottura maintained that mistakes are not failures, but rather opportunities for creativity and innovation and that's the inspo on this dish. This famous lemon tart known for originating from a kitchen error, turned life lesson, was amazing - the lemongrass ice cream was the perfect creamy balance of flavors and all the components on the plate worked together to top off a night of fine dining with a sweet and whimsical golden finale. Paired very well with The Château Carmes Rieussec Sauternes 2020. If you are still reading - I hope this gives a peek into what to expect at these exceptionally special events. I came away feeling like I was given a seat at a table of culinary history and am absolutely looking forward to the next concept they offer!

    Wild Game Trio
    Adan G.

    Decided to come here again for dinner and this time I'm leaving my review the same night and not months later as I go through my photos. As pleased with the food as last time. We were a bit disappointed to see the kangaroo was gone, but the rack of elk was a nice and tasty substitute. This time around we didn't bother with the trio since we knew we wanted the bisson and the elk addition. The food did not disappoint. This time we came with a reservation and were seated within 5 minutes. Oddly, we were seated in Daly's section and she immediately recognized us as if we were regulars, even though we were last here a year ago and remembered bits and pieces of who we were and what we did for a living, truly an impressive waitress. We made the effort this time to note her name down so we can ask for her section again next year! She definitely made sure to check in on us to make sure we were happy with our food and if we needed drink refills. She did convince us to try the seasonal blood orange tarts, which were quite tasty. They weren't overly sweet and the orange and decorative strawberries were fairly sweet and didn't come off as tart given the sweetness of the tarts. These were a nice and light dessert. We're definitely looking forward to dining here again!

    Sonoran Restaurant Week Menu
    Trevor C.

    What a wonderful addition to the Sonoran Restaurant week! The prefixed menu came with multiple dishes but I started with the Wild Game Trio with Bison, Kangaroo, and venison, which was very tender and delicious, and the Grilled Halibut with Charred Broccolini, and Garlic Butter Asparagus were amazing, and for dessert the marzipan lemon cheesecake with fresh blueberries made for the perfect meal. Matthew our server was very friendly and engaging, and attentive to our needs. Everything was spot on and I can't wait to go back.

    Birthday brownie dessert and birthday card
    MaryAnn L.

    Met a friend to celebrate my birthday here. Was greeted with a birthday card and a friendly host and server. (We made reservations ahead of time, and said it was for a birthday celebration.) We had the crab cake and bread basket for appetizers. The crab cake was delicious and very flavorful. And the bread basket came with a variety of breads with butter. No pics cause we just dug into them! lol. For dinner I ordered the prime rib which was cooked perfectly as I wanted it (medium). Talk about melt in your mouth! Every bite was sooo good! We ended the night with a birthday dessert complements of The Cork! A scrumptious brownie that they brought out with a birthday candle! What a perfect ending to a perfect dinner! Thanks Cork Tucson for making my birthday special!

    Wild game trio appetizer
    Kathy N.

    Came to The Cork for a Valentine's Day dinner on Feb 13 thinking it'd be easy to get a table. Wrong, LOL The Cork is busy no matter what day it is and that's a good thing because we need to keep local establishments busy and prospering. Lucky enough to find a table in the corner of the bar. Drinks were ordered but were just classics....Captain & Coke and a dirty Martini. My dirty Martini was perfect with blue cheese stuffed olives. We tried the wild game trio (bison, venison and kangaroo) because neither of us have ever had kangaroo. Once the waiter brought it out, set it down and left - we cracked up! For $22, you get one 3" strip/bite of each - so 3 bites of meat. They were all delicious but 3 bites, c'mon now! Dinner consisted of my teriyaki NY strip with a loaded baked potato and charred broccolini. EXCELLENT dinner and to be honest, I could have eaten a whole plate of that charred broccolini. My guy had double lobster tails, asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes. All extremely delicious. We topped off the night with creme brulee and a slice of cheesecake. A total gut buster, LOL. Service was on point and everything was perfection.

    Salmon special with a stone fruit salsa
    Becky W.

    We have always loved The Cork way back when it was Johnathan's Cork. A Tucson gem that under new ownership continues to create fantastic food! It was date night, and we made a last minute reservation in the morning. No issues since we are in mid August. But this is when the locals should visit our favorite home grown restaurants. Let me mention now that the place was very busy when we arrived. They have a beautiful bar located in the center of the building. We were seated in back with 4 other tables with view of the kitchen. Honestly the area we sat in was really loud. Sometimes I couldn't hear my husband sitting next to me. So that is why one less star. The food has always been been fantastic. My husband's prime rib was cooked a perfect medium. He had asparagus and a baked potato. I had the special salmon along with charred broccolini and a baked potato. All was amazing! We shared a cream brûlée after and it was delightful. We will always return but may ask for a different spot to sit.

    Mushrooms
    Mandy T.

    I came here with a group for dinner last week. My friend and I both ordered the macadamia nut-crusted halibut and were disappointed by how plain it tasted--even with the sauce. I asked for extra sauce, but it still lacked flavor. On a positive note, I did enjoy the mushrooms again.

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    Forbes Meat Company - Oysters with tartar sauce and vinegar.

    Forbes Meat Company

    4.5(171 reviews)
    6.8 miArmory Park

    This spot has been on our list to try for awhile and it didn't disappoint. We went for a special…read moreoccasion and it felt like the perfect spot for it! Our server Nate was both knowledgeable and welcoming, with quick service and the correct orders coming out. We didn't feel rushed and really enjoyed the patio ambiance and taking out time to enjoy the food and the vibe. The food was delicious - we each got a steak, ribeye and tenderloin and the miso carrots and fries for sides. The carrots stole the show for the sides, beautifully caramelized and flavorful. The steaks were on point, the crust on the tenderloin was incredible and the quality of the meat was great. The rib eyes were a little overdone, which was a bummer and the only detractor from an otherwise stellar meal. Looking forward to coming back again!

    Hubs and I shared everything we ordered -- the strawberry salad, fish sandwich, and steak sandwich…read more-- and they were so kind to cut everything in half for us, which we really appreciated. The inside has an industrial-style vibe and feels a little chaotic at first, but don't let that fool you -- the food was amazing. The service was excellent. We waited about 20 minutes for a table, and the food took a little while to come out, but it was absolutely worth it. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The standout for us was definitely the fish sandwich! We'll definitely be back to try the burger next time.

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    Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

    Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

    4.3(714 reviews)
    6.9 mi
    $$$$

    Great lunch event for my cousins graduation. Everything was amazing from top to bottom. The service…read moreteam was confident, friendly and on point. They kept command of the situation replenishing drinks without being asked, coursing was timed perfectly and the S.O.S were met to a T. The whole family commented on the service. Daniella and Christion are awesome ! Thank you for the experience. The food is always amazing here. But today the service really stole the show !

    This was the first time my family and I have been to Fleming's and it was a great dining…read moreexperience. I made a reservation a few days in advance for a Tuesday night and I was glad I did. When we walked in at 6pm, the restaurant was almost at capacity. The entryway and dining room was buzzing with people. The service was courteous and timely, we never lacked water or bread or anything else for that matter. We were celebrating a birthday and the birthday card that was presented at the dinner table was a nice touch. My cousin also received some chocolate bon bons that were really good. My family and I shared the oysters, shrimp cocktail, onion rings, potatoes au gratin, pork chops, and rib eyes; for dessert, we shared the lava cake. Everything was made perfectly. The chops and steaks were juicy, the seafood was plump and fresh and the entree sides were hot and tasty. The bon bon chocolate was rich and velvety. I wish the chocolate in the lava cake was just as good, but it was a smidge not as rich in flavor. Nonetheless, we all left the restaurant full and very happy. I wholeheartedly recommend going to Fleming's and enjoying a nice steak dinner.

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    Tito & Pep - Ganache dessert ($12) and Pie Allen after dinner cocktail ($13) 5/2026

    Tito & Pep

    4.5(815 reviews)
    2.8 miPeter Howell
    $$$

    I brought someone who hadn't been here yet despite being a self-declared foodie and living in…read moreTucson for 3 years (whaaat)! Suffice to say she absolutely raved - placing it on par with many of the Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants she has sampled back east. And, we agreed, when Michelin publishes its first-ever SouthWest U.S. edition later this year (2026) I recognize getting a star is a mighty fete but if Tito/Pep does not at least make its S.W. Bib list I will know the fix is in. We started with the Queso Fundido ($13) - with chewy cheese, sauteed mushrooms, and beef chorizo it was a perfect blend of meaty/savory/fatty. We also ordered the Grilled Octopus ($17). What a surprise this was, the crunchy roasted pepper flakes and unusually soft grilled octopus it kicked the pants off of "calamari-style." We inquired and the way they remove the typical rubberiness is by poaching the octopus tentacles for 5(!) hours before grilling. You Go chef Martinez! For our entree we opted for the day's special: deep fried whole Red Snapper for two ($85)... as did about a half-dozen other tables in this intimate 20-tabled venue. See pics as a written description is inadequate. The crisp was excellent and the tender moist fish just beneath, exquisite. The roasted jalapenos were other worldly - somehow only mild heat and with a subtle sweet/acid presence... totally and entirely edible. As fantastic as the vinegar slaw was atop our self-made fish tacos, the tomatillo puree was ridiculous - so fresh and not sour that its scent was nearly as strong as its flavor. We asked again, how?! and were told they first cook the tomatillos for 3 hours. Folks, the effort involved to present this kind of meal would be nearly impossible to do at home for even double the cost. We concluded with the ganache dessert ($12). While so richly decadent it was possibly too rich, only by virtue of its size... it needs to be shared! We were deeply torn over that or the olive oil cake and will opt for the latter... next year, Lol. For drinks we ordered two glasses of their "red blend" (really good for a simple blend) and then the Pie Allen after dinner cocktail ($13) - an interesting combination of prickly pear liquor and port. The staff were amazing - not just in timely attentiveness (a minimum requirement at this level) but especially in terms of being able to field our deep curiosities about several of the dishes. Due to our "layers" of ordering we stayed an easy 2+ hours and were never rushed. Parking will get tight at peak times but everyone will be accommodated. Pre-tip we were at $165 - a special occasion outing for sure but, we both agreed, an (almost) bargain. At this level of quality and degree of effort in Chicago or Miami (places she recently lived) would be closer to $250 for two. Small note: three years ago this began, now it's the norm - restaurants are calculating the tip based upon a total that's After the tax has been added. It's a minor but, nonetheless, unconsented-to, inflation of the tip. Just an fyi :)

    If I could give 6 stars I would. One of the best meals I've had anywhere and certainly the best…read morefood we had during our weeklong stay in Tucson. From the drinks to the entrees and dessert everything was fantastic. Easily the best salmon entree I've ever had. Our service was excellent throughout the night. I ordered a beer that wasn't what I expected and they not only apologized but promptly removed it from the bill, offered a replacement and even went so far as to say they will change the description on the menu to avoid confusion in the future. We will absolutely be thinking about this meal until we return in the future!

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    Tito & Pep - Whole deep-fried Sea of Cortez Red Snapper for two ($85) 5/2026 special of the day.

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    The Saddle - Salmon & Asparagus-Honey soy glazed 6 oz salmon, asparagus, baby greens, tomato, marinated red onion, artichoke hearts, citrus vinaigrette

    The Saddle

    4.5(30 reviews)
    6.0 miWest University

    Visiting from San Diego and was looking for something other than fast food. Typically, I don't use…read moreGoogle for food options but that's where I found The Saddle. It's right next to the University of Arizona on university and I loved it so much, I came back three nights in a row. Call me a creature of habit, but when you're out of town and you find something excellent, it's worth going back. It definitely has more of a bar vibe than it does a restaurant, but the food I ordered was incredible. If you're hungry, don't look at my pictures. Lol. With that area of town being so crowded, I thought parking was going to be an issue, but I found a spot right near the front of the restaurant every time. I walked right in, ordered at the bar, and was in and out in less than 12 minutes every time. On top of it all, I had the same person helping me from behind the bar each time and she was incredible. Friendly, accommodating, and if I was the manager, she'd be getting a raise. Ask for Alyssa and you won't be disappointed. Needless to say, anytime I am in Tucson, Arizona, I no longer have to search for a restaurant that I like. I'll definitely be back. PS - When they saw me come in for the third night in a row, the chef blessed me with a free slice of raspberry pie. That's quality customer service right there. Love this place.

    Went in today, I was the only one in the place for a while. But I was met with both people greeting…read moreme when I got there and they brought water over to me before I even sat down, which was GREAT! I ordered a Mango Cart beer on draft w/ Tajín and the pineapple pork tenderloin. The beer is my favorite so I knew what to expect there but the tenderloin was so well cooked and prepared. I was honestly shocked. It's not a dive bar by any means but I wasn't expecting the food to be so top notch. I ended up paying $20 for my meal but would have easily paid up to $30 at a different restaurant and it would have came out not being anywhere near as good as this!

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    The Saddle - Honey Soy Salmon-Honey soy glaze, marinated red onion, grilled asparagus

    Honey Soy Salmon-Honey soy glaze, marinated red onion, grilled asparagus

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    Wildflower

    Wildflower

    4.3(1.2k reviews)
    9.6 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Takes reservations

    We stopped in for a quick dinner before sunset to end our trip, and had a delicious dinner!…read more We were seated out in the covered patio area. It was the perfect spot to enjoy our meal. Our sever was prompt and very attentive. We order a zero proof drink (the Sunset on Sentinel) and the NA beer they had available. We skipped right to the main course since we had a quick turnaround. I went with the beef short rib ravioli and my husband had the fish and chips. We enjoyed some complimentary bread and oil as a little app before dinner came out. The ravioli was so flavorful (maybe a tiny bit too much cream sauce on the plate) - it was delicious. The fish came out crispy and perfectly battered, and flaky and moist inside. We would definitely come back next time we're in town and spend a little more time enjoying a full meal. We had a great experience.

    TL;DR: Good attempt at California cuisine but falls short on the freshness both in dish options and…read moreingredient quality. Still yummy and very friendly service Ordered: Roasted Beet Chop salad: totally got the flavor intent but really wet greens and over-dressed. Cold Smoked Salmon: Liked the crispiness added by the fried noodles NY Strip: Really liked the crispy potatoes and the cook on the steak was great. Brocollini was a little oily but othewise, the entree for sure delivered. Will be back to try other parts of the menu but the seafood selection was lacking that day and even the server told us they preferred the smoked fish over fresh... Cheers, Wildflower!

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