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    The Moonstone

    3.7 (114 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    THE MOONSTONE ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Jeannie C.

    Excellent views with a fun ambiance. Great for Happy Hour Specials. Restaurant was clean, and the staff were friendly. The Guacamole was very good and the Birria sliders were full of flavor. The tap beers were nice and cold.

    Tres leches
    Katelyn B.

    The moonstone was wonderful and delicious. We both got the Beria nachos and they were great. We also got the tres leches for dessert. For the portion size the nachos were big enough that I couldn't finish them, but my husband was able to finish his plate. There are only a few options on the menu. It is mostly drinks which we did not get. The service was super speedy and fast. They were super kind and friendly and on top of that it was the cutest little restaurant you've ever seen I love the skyline view so pretty definitely recommend I will be going back.

    Tortugatini
    Amy J.

    5 stars for the service and the drink! Bar and inside is cool. Taylor was a great bar tender. Ordered the Tugatini and was not disappointed. I typically don't like citrus forward drinks but this had a nice balance to it and it really did taste like a key lime pie dessert. Outside is cool too but the glass needs to be cleaned. It's quite dirty/smugger which takes away from it being an awesome rooftop when you're siting down and all you see is a dirty sheet of glass. Would definitely come back here if I'm staying at the graduate!

    Loved this drink but can't remember what it is called.
    Kanu J.

    Great place to dine/ drinks while enjoying the views of the city. Our waitress was super attentive and provided us with great service

    Menu - A menu from The Moonstone rooftop bar in Tucson, AZ, features Southwestern dishes such as guacamole, chicken wings, and shrimp skewers, along with desserts and beverages. The menu includes prices and descriptions of each item, with a desert-themed illustration of cacti, mountains, and a moon. The design incorporates black and red accents, and the menu is printed on white paper. The location details are at the bottom of the menu.
    Sasha M.

    Loved this place. This restaurant is inside a hotel called the graduate downtown Tucson. We went to the rooftop bar and it has the best view ever got there at sunset so it was perfect. Our waitress was the best the entire staff actually were extremely nice and the food well this stole the show the birria tacos were amazing. And they loaded them with birria the wings were good too but the nachos stole the show. We had a few drinks and too notch too their old fashioned was smooth definitely a place to celebrate something or someone.

    Teagan P.

    Great spot in town to grab a drink and app! The Moonstone has the best view of the sunset and lots of great seating. My go-to before stoping by the bars on University blvd or for a catch-up with my friends.

    To a lost friend :) !!
    Dexter Z.

    Pretty cool for a hotel bar ... combined with a rooftop pool I mean ... for Tucson this is great.

    Menu is simple but enough - A menu from The Moonstone restaurant in Tucson, AZ, includes sections for burgers, chicken, tacos, salads, nachos, and desserts. It features illustrations of a cactus, mountains, and a sun, with a central cactus and sun graphic. The menu lists dishes such as birria burger, Sonoran chicken wrap, and elotes cheesy bread, with prices ranging from $6 to $16. The restaurant's address, 930 E 2nd St, Tucson, AZ 85719, is printed at the bottom. Decorative elements include stylized mountains, a cactus, and a small flower, all in a blue and brown color scheme. The menu emphasizes Southwestern cuisine and includes a disclaimer about food safety.
    Pat C.

    Such a great bar/grill on top of the Graduate Hotel. A simple, but nice menu. Great views. Indoor/outdoor seating. TV's for big games. Taylor was our bartender. She is super friendly and attentive. A really nice space.

    Cactus Water Cocktail - A strawberry water cocktail with a pinkish-red hue is served in a clear coupe glass. The drink has a slightly frothy surface and is garnished with a fresh strawberry on the rim. The background shows a blurred indoor setting with wooden furniture and a white surface underneath the glass.
    Melissa S.

    The Moonstone is located on the rooftop of The Graduate Hotel. The main reason to visit this bar is for the amazing views and mountain scenery! This is an excellent spot for after work cocktails or pre-dinner drinks. As soon as we walked in we were seated and our drinks came out right away. Cocktail prices range from $14-$17 each, so they are a bit on the higher side compared to other bars in town. I enjoyed the Hibiscus Mezcalita, which had a smoky flavor. I also tried the Cactus Water, but did not enjoy that drink as much. They have tons of different seating arrangements from equipale chairs, couches, hanging swing chairs, a bar area, and a really nice outdoor area with fire-pit tables. They do have a limited selection of food items, however I did not try any this visit. A couple of disclaimers to note, the tables were not super clean during my visit. They also did not provide drink coasters or napkins. Lastly, parking can be a little tricky and often requires meter parking nearby. Again, the views still make this a place to visit.

    The image shows a restaurant interior with a wooden table set with menus and a small black lamp. Behind the table, there are patterned chairs and large indoor plants. The ceiling has a decorative black and white fabric design, and large windows reveal an outdoor scene with a blue sky and water. The overall ambiance combines modern decor with natural elements.
    Hannah H.

    Such an amazing time! Loved the drinks, the view and the food. Definitely coming back again

    Tacos
    Nathan H.

    Rooftop bar in Downtown Tucson? Yes sir! Really chill vibe...especially for a Saturday afternoon with all the students getting on campus to start the year. Great food. Had the shrimp ceviche and street tacos. Great seating inside at the bar or cool seating out on the deck that we couldn't enjoy today but if we come back down in the fall with definitely do sitting on the deck.

    Two cocktails are positioned on a wooden table with a city skyline in the background during sunset. One is a pink drink in a martini glass garnished with a strawberry, and the other is a red drink in a rocks glass with a lemon slice and a straw. The scene is set indoors near a large window, offering a view of the city and the sky transitioning from day to night.
    Jenny S.

    Came for a view of the sunset along with drinks, The Moonstone did not dissapoint and was recommended by a local friend We ordered a couple of cocktails and they were all tasty and refreshing, and considering it's a rooftop bar, not overly priced which is appreciated

    Food with the view! - The image shows a rooftop dining area with a glass-topped table holding two cocktails, a glass of water, a wrap sandwich with guacamole and salsa, and a large bowl of salad. The background includes outdoor seating with cushions, potted plants, and a view of Tucson's cityscape and mountains beyond. The setting suggests a casual outdoor restaurant or bar with scenic views.
    Maiko K.

    I had only been here for some yoga classes and finally got to really enjoy this place! First of all, you can't beat the view! You pretty much have 360 (almost) view of Tucson and who wouldn't like to watch the sunset from here!!??! Service was excellent. Our server was very attentive and super friendly. They have amazing drinks!! I would love to try all of their special cocktails one day! I tried their Gila Monster cocktail and it was so refreshing!! Food is pretty good as well!

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    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.

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    I came here for brunch yesterday with a friend, and I'm really glad I gave them another chance! We…read moreoriginally sat on the patio, but it became a bit warmer than we thought it would be, and moved inside. I ordered the Huevo rancheros, which is a Unique move for me since I usually avoid this dish. However, I saw a picture of it on yelp, and it just looks so good. I'm glad I went with my gut because it truly was delicious! It was a great portion, and I really like that the crunchy parts were tostada-like. My friend got the Korean pork sandwich with fries, and she liked her meal too. I do consider myself a french fry, connoisseur, and at first glance, I didn't think much of their fries. But upon tasting them, they had the perfect crunch and the perfect dash of salt. They were good! I got one of their chocolate chip toffee cookies and it was bomb!! I definitely had to hold back from ordering another. I can definitely see why people like this restaurant , from the low-key and local community feel, the great service, fresh ingredients, and they even have merch that they sell from wine, to canned drinks and stationary... something for everyone!

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