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    The Gardens

    4.2 (59 reviews)
    ModerateBars, New American
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    THE GARDENS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Loaded Carnitas Fries
    Amelia P.

    First time I went here drinks they were awful, tried again and they totally redeemed themselves! Margarita was perfect!

    Nachos
    Chrissie S.

    Walk in and take a journey, the blue pill or the red pill.... Red pill you sit behind the bar and watch sports... or the red pill you sit in a cozy spot dispersed in their garden setting. Either way you get served and listen to music. Food was good, a lot more options of drinks than food. We tried the nachos and fries. Both I really liked. The sauces with the fries I didn't care for as much but old faithful ranch and ketchup works too! The service was good too Would definitely return!

    Erick D.

    Came to see a friend's band play. Cool spot and concept, but it's not executed super well. The layout of the space could be better. I didn't know they had servers until I asked the bar tender after sitting around for a few minutes. The service was OK and the beer selection was pretty good. I was handed unopened cans of beer which I believe is incorrect.

    Carnita tacos
    Mallory F.

    Love this outdoor spot! It is so spacious and has a really nice view, I was looking at the mountains the entire time. The menu is small but I ordered 3 different things that did not disappoint. Large variety of beer and mixed drinks. The service was speedy. Overall I would love to come here again.

    Fries with 3 Dipping Sauces
    Lyndsey E.

    The Gardens at Bear Canyon is a really great concept but I wish their food and service matched the quality of the location and price point. The garden is beautiful and spaced out enough that you don't feel at all like you're sitting in a strip mall parking lot (which you are). They have a large pet friendly patio, with lots of plants, some space for yard games, and a rolling cart for board games. Unfortunately when we dropped by none of the yard games we'd seen pictured were available to use and the board games had certainly seen better days. Food was just okay, we ordered chicken tacos and the fries with the flight of sauces. The dipping sauces for the fries were fun but if you are looking for tacos, pick somewhere else. The chicken was dry and they lacked flavor, there are just too many good taco options in town to eat ones that aren't enjoyable. For two apps and a beer the total was over $30 which seemed expensive, our server was really kind but seemed to forget about us a few times. I'd maybe go back for live music and drinks because I liked the patio but I don't think I'd eat here again.

    Cherry limeade cocktail
    Johnny W.

    This is a great place for families with kids, especially when the weather is nice. All seating is outside, and the bathroom is a porta potty. The food is nothing to write home about, but overall, this place is a good hangout spot for friends and family. On Friday nights, there is a band that plays music to drown out the noise of screaming kids. Cheers!

    a patio with tables and chairs
    Diana G.

    We were looking for a dog friendly spot and this popped up in our search. All the seating is outside. During the day, I can see how hot it can get. There's plenty of seating. There's some sitting under shade and some seating without shade. They have a bar where is bar seating as well. The day we went they had live music. It was nice. Our waitress was nice. Our food and drinks came out, and good time. The food was a hit or miss. We started with the loaded fries. Instead of Carnitas, we got the jackfruit. The portion was huge. It was extremely dry though. I don't know if it was due to the substitution of the meat. I had to ask for ketchup, and just eat my fries like regular fries. my friend ordered the chicken tacos. They gave her pork instead, but she didn't want to have them redone. I ordered a pulled pork sandwich and subbed it with jackfruit. I have no complaints about the pulled pork sandwich. It was good. It does come with cheese of your choice. For my side I decided on the coleslaw. It is vinegar based. Probably not my favorite coleslaw. I had a Cabernet. My friend has a Sauvignon Blanc, but it tasted old, sour. She ended up leaving it in ordering a beer instead. They have parking on site.

    The garden
    sian t.

    Come to check this newly open place. We can seat whenever available. The food are good but not many choices. Same owner w/ The Bear Canyon Pizza, so we can order food from there and the server will send us the food to our seat.

    Great place for a casual beer!

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    They have fantastic and deli ious vegan options and a nice outdoor area with local live bands.

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    Food very average, service was pretty good, loud country radio making it difficult to have a conversation. Then a live band made it worse.

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    We had great food and fun! All 9 of us were in Tucson to celebrate Thanksgiving. The live music was wonderful!

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    I love this place and the people who run it. Thanks for making my roommates birthday amazing

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    Are there vegan options (vs vegetarian)?

    Yes! Their menu states Vegan options for the items are available. I know that one of the substitutions to make an item Vegan (other than preparation) includes Jack Fruit.

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