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    Tito & Pep

    4.5 (816 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    TITO & PEP ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Intimate

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    Ashley C.

    Went here for a date night a bit ago and though I wish the menu was a little bit bigger, we did find some tasty things to eat. We ordered the queso and Tito and the steak skewers as appetizers. I really loved the fundito... so flavorful so amazing. The beef skewers however I felt were a little bland though. Our entrées consisted of the Mesquite grilled pork chop and the grilled salmon. Both were solid choices, a good portion, impaired very well with what came on the plate. Overall, a good meal, but I don't know if I have to have it again.

    Michael G.

    Our fave restaurant in Tucson. We come every visit. Remarkably consistent in food, service, and environment. Thank you!

    Buttermilk Panna Cotta (YOU MUST GET THIS)
    Gina L.

    Stopped by on a Sunday around 11:15am. Didn't have a reservation, but was seated (near the front door). I'd say pretty much everyone came in with a reservation, and if you can't snag one, swing by around opening. Although tables were open, the number of waitstaff was limited, which is why reservations are highly recommended. Brunch was being served, but I was hoping to try some dinner items. The hostess said she could see what they had prepped in the kitchen, and I ordered based on what was available... Grilled octopus $17 - tender octopus with cubes of avocado, cilantro, red onion, and copious amounts of chili oil. The amount of octopus was generous as well. Came with half a lime, but felt like there could have been more acidity in the dish to compete with the sheer amount of oil (or less chili oil bc it aggressively coats the tongue). NY Strip $33 - another generous quantity of food. I asked for medium rare, came more medium, a tad on the cold side. Didn't come with charro beans, likely due to prep. Looked a bit sloppily put together (splattered sauce), but the flavors were there. Whole charred scallions gave some smokiness to each bite. There were some grilled and peeled (poblano) peppers, but not sure this added to the flavor/texture positively. Buttermilk Panna Cotta 10000/10 - Seriously insane, the tartness of the passionfruit syrup + fresh berries + delicate and tender panna cotta was amazing. Makes my mouth water just thinking about it ! Worth a stop for a nice date, generous portions, but most definitely worth visiting if just for the buttermilk panna cotta. Extremely friendly staff, and nice ambiance. Street parking (~3 spots) as well as a large dedicated lot right before the restaurant.

    Valentina
    Katherine K.

    My guy and I came here just for some appetizers and we honestly wish we had stayed for a full meal. This place definitely deserves to be on Yelp's Top 100! I started with the Valentina cocktail, which was beautiful, refreshing, and tasty without being overly sweet. It was soo good, my guy ended up getting one for himself as well. Foodwise, we got the Grilled Octopus and the Hamachi Aguachile. It was a bit of a weird taste profile having both of them at the same time, but each was exquisite in its self. The aguachile was light and refreshing. The fish melted in our mouths and was such nice quality. The octopus had a heavier flavor to it, but everything in the dish worked perfect together and it was cooked beautifully. It had a nice amount of heat to it, too. My only thing is I wished a little more avocado came with the dish. Insanely good and I would 100% come back here given the chance.

    Panna cotta
    Jenny S.

    Love the vibe and fresh menu here at Tito & Pep! I was able to snag a table without a reservation on a weekday but would likely need a reservation on a weekend --vegan pozole: perfectly for what i needed, packed full of veggies --hamchi: refreshing with the citrus and such a beautiful plate --panna cotta: great light dessert to end the meal Will be back next time I'm back in town!

    Crunchy Señorita
    Berna V.

    First of all, I love Tito & Pep...but I guess now I know=only "love" them for dinner. I recently tried out their brunch and it was less than stellar and really disappointing. I ordered the Crunchy Señorita and it was not a good dish. It was lacking of freshness and flavor. It was bad enough it made me think they should probably just take it off their menu completely so as not to tarnish their rep as a great restaurant...The other stuff from brunch that we got were actually good though like the charred broccoli, and the warm pastries...but the actual brunch dishes were not so delicious. It really felt like I was in a totally different restaurant, I wanted to like it but it was bad. Moving forward, I probably would only go back to Tito and Pep for dinner...

    Maiko K.

    I was excited to go back to this place since my last time here was 2 years ago. I had visitors from out of town and I knew you just can't go wrong with Tito and Pep! My friends were super impressed with everything they tasted. Service was just as great as I remembered. This place sure is one of the BEST RESTAURANTS in Tucson! Never miss, always consistent.

    Vanessa C.

    I had heard a lot about this place and my family and I went to have brunch. I liked the vibe and decor in the restaurant, it was super cute. I thought it was good. The panna cotta with the passion fruit sauce was so good! It was a great mix of sweet and sour. The pastries were also delicious! I would definitely go for brunch again for sure and I look forward to trying it for dinner one day too!

    French toast
    Emma D.

    Such a fun local brunch spot in Tucson! The mid-century modern vibes are awesome, the French toast is absolutely incredible, and it's a perfect place to hang out with friends. Service was okay, but the food and atmosphere totally make it worth it. Can't wait to go back for dinner! Definitely grab a reservation if you go!!!

    Luciana R.

    Great place, love the ambiance, the staff, and really good food. I'm not a fan of cilantro, so some of the dishes are not for me, but they always try to accommodate. Very small menu means all the food is carefully prepped and consistently delivered with the same quality. Check it out!

    Delicious jerk rubbed pirk chop, great flavor.
    George E.

    Tito & Pep is real hot spot on Yelp and Eater in Tucson. Located in a older building, they have decorated it with a cool and interesting vibe. The live plants here are beautiful. The tables are well spaced and it is quiet enough to have a nice conversation. Tito & Pep had a good size crowd and positive vibe. The wait staff was helpful in explaining the menu layout and providing us great recommendations and service. We selected several small plates but could not forgo the Jerk Rubbed pork chop. The queso fundido with mushrooms, beef chorizo, bubbling hot cheese with flour tortillas was tasty and a flavor bomb. Really good! The hamachi aguachile with watermelon, chiltepin, tamari, jicama slices, and purple daikon was lacking flavor and was unremarkable. Crispy salt and pepper calimari with pickled onions, fried garlic, fried jalapenos and maggi aioli was crispy and flavor filled. Little gem salad with radicchio, snap peas, pepita crisp, lemon-soy vinegarette and manchego was tasteless, a real disappointment. Our final selection was the jerk rubbed pork chop with corn pudding, papaya-ginger jam and collard slaw was impressive, savory and moist. The food was hit and miss with exceptional hits on the fundido, calimari and pork chops. I would recommend Tito & Pep to friends, but feel that certain choices need flavor refinement. The crowd was lively and fairly busy. Hopefully, on our next visit we can reassess.

    half of a radicchio and little gem salad
    Tyna C.

    Hadn't been to this restaurant in quite awhile, despite the fact that I've always enjoyed it. Now I'm thinking I should make sure to get back to Tito & Pep more often (I actually told my friend I wanted to go monthly :0). We arrived at opening time due to the fact that we had a show to attend at 7, so were seated very quickly. Loved the table we got--had never been seated in one of the few booths there, and I found it very comfortable and private. Jess was a great server; greeted us quickly and asked if we wanted to order drinks, acknowledging that she understood if we didn't, because we'd not had time to look at the menu. After that, she, and other staff, were very attentive. Wine and beer lists are good--not being fans of drinking wine from tumblers (which we remembered they use), my friend and I asked for stemmed glasses, and they obliged. Salads were delicious: my friend ordered the green salad, and my husband and I shared the radicchio and gem lettuces salad. Both were extraordinary (not kidding). The radicchio salad was full of flavor bombs: it had a surprising and delicious kick to it, tidbits of pipitas, tasty snap peas...and was topped with fried garlic bits. The soy dressing was light -- not overpowering as some soy dressings can be. We had them hold the manchego cheese...another potentially delicious addition. Everyone enjoyed their dinners, too: one salmon, one trout and my dish was the special: a really delicious sea bass. We were all full...but shared the pana cotta dessert. What a treat....and a nice finish to a great meal.

    Sam L.

    Tito & Pep for brunch? Go right ahead! The churro French toast is unreal--crispy, fluffy, and coated in just the right amount of cinnamon sugar without being overly sweet. The rest of the menu is fresh, creative, and full of bold and balanced flavors like the heirloom tomato and charred corn salad, but honestly, I'd come back just for that French toast. Great vibes and great service - they even split an egg benedict between 2 people in our party. Can't recommend enough!

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    Great brunch. Had the fruit plate and chicken sandwich. Yum!!! Definitely have to try this place for dinner now.

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    Ask the Community - Tito & Pep

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes, they do but only for tables of 4 or less online, otherwise you need to call. And they can be booked out a long time...but that the small price we pay for one of the best restaurants in Tucson!!! Pork Chop all the way!!! Love this place, good… Read more

    I noticed that this restaurant comes up under vegan and vegetarian searches. After looking at the online menu, I only see salads that fit that bill. Am I missing something?

    Great point. I don't think you're missing anything. All I can say is the salads are bursting with flavors and textures, but filling as an entree or exciting to someone who only is ever offered salad options, not sure :/ Full disclosure, I've dined… Read more

    Anyone know the Corkage fee?

    Hello. In Arizona, if a restaurant has a liquor license then corkage is not allowed by law. They have a liquor license and are known for their cocktails. You cannot drink your own wine here.

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