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Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Tucson
"'Plato Poca Cosa' is the best!"(5 Tips)
"Truly gourmet mexican food with outstanding sauces"(4 Tips)
"I recommend the combo of chicken mole and tamal de elote!"(6 Tips)
"Outstanding food and amazing margaritas."(10 Tips)
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VincentNovember 11, 2012Waitress was Rosie Perez from "white men can't jump". Good service, very very good food. Drinks were strong. The social aspect at the bar was great. Highly recommend to anyone staying in Tucson.
Deb PerezMarch 4, 2018Get the Mole. Try the chalkboard combo. This is an awesome find. I returned after 15 years and was so excited to eat there again. Love the new location.
Matthew BreuerNovember 4, 2018it’s... okay. Great flavor in the main dishes but just such a random assortment of things on your plate and the cocktail program feels really dated.
G BlissJanuary 3, 2013The people with me loved their meated-meals. However, I am a vegetarian and their vege-options are really limited and the food was very unsatisfying. (Tasty, but not satisfying and with no protein.)
Gordon BaileyJune 4, 2011Excellent service, try any of their margaritas (the one with vanilla sounds weird, but tastes amazing), order the chefs special because why would you know better than the chef what you want?
eric bornemannDecember 27, 2020Classic restaurant of high end Mexican food. Tasty if not the most amazing food but a decent bet in downtown.
AndreaJune 2, 2013amazing...trust the chef's special! Don't worry about the kids- just get them an extra plate!!
Bridget GaelMarch 25, 2019Best tequila margs we’ve ever had, got the chefs special w great steak and pollo w chocolate
S ArmstrongOctober 22, 2011Order a pitcher of white sangria, and share the sampler entree platter with a friend, for a most perfect evening.
John MijacDecember 4, 2009Wow. Bet you never had Mexican food like this. Classy, delicious, trendy and fun. Have the Chef's special, you will be amazed and delighted. Read more
Matt HerrmannSeptember 20, 2011So good - go straight for the special. I never understood what the big deal was with mole until now!
Mike CorakFebruary 13, 2010Don't look at the menu, just order the special and a drink and I can assure you you won't regret it!
Paul CharchianFebruary 3, 2010I never thought I'd describe a restaurant as "elegant Mexican", but I found it here. This upscale eatery had my group describing it as a delightful discovery. Our four meals were each fantastic.
Iram GonzalezFebruary 3, 2010Best Gourmet Mexican food. An explosion of flavors in your mouth, menu changes daily so you know you're eating fresh. Read more
Elyse EstradaDecember 27, 2014The menu changes daily but if they have the puerco or the green corn tamale they are phenomenal! And please get the pumpkin cheesecake...sheer perfection. Who'd a thunk Tucson could be so fancy?
Brian F.January 19, 2013Likely one of the best salsas you can have in the continental US. And you get it as an appetizer for free! Amazing balanced flavours and attention to detail. very professional and respectful service.
Lunch hours can get pretty busy, but totally worth the wait. Keep in mind it's cash only.
Greg MacfarlaneMarch 28, 2013Ah yes, calling for reservation with out of town number .... Sir, how does 4:30pm work? WTF. Arrive and then they try to seat us by bathroom. Call with local number. Please.
Kelly KleberAugust 3, 2013One of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Tucson! They have delicious fresh juice and chips and salsa. There's mandatory hugs when you leave, which adds to the charm of this place!
Trish VenturaJanuary 5, 2013Loved the ambiance and food however, the service was lacking. They did not pour the bottle of wine that was ordered, it was just left on the table and they would not accommodate my nut allergy.
Patty GoGoNovember 1, 2014I have never had a bad meal here... Love the atmosphere too... Can't suggest anything the menu is always different 😊
- I recommend the combo of chicken mole and tamal de elote!
Kerry LenahanNovember 9, 2013Just any FYI for any business travelers, this place does not take AMEX and would not split a check. Not customer service friendly in that manner. Otherwise, great food and service.
Michelle GamboaSeptember 21, 2010The best margaritas ever! Do the chef's choice menu. You won't be disappointed.
Mary McGurnSeptember 4, 2011Try the daily sampler (El Plato Poca Cosa) with three dishes selected by the chef. Wash the delicious gourmet Mexican food down with one of the margaritas.
Brett JeppsonMarch 8, 2013I'm a chef and this place Is the best good in Tucson, i have to eat here almost every day I'm here, get the chef Plato :)
Abner AcevesFebruary 17, 2015Best Mexican restaurant in the United States. Hands down. Delicious. Please order the Poca Cosa platter!
Todd SartiApril 20, 2012Not friendly to single business traveler. No food service at bar and I sat watching open two seat tables. All cuz of chalkboard menu???
Atomic PopJuly 22, 2016Inventive Mexican fusion, unique to the Desert Southwest. Try the Chicken Molé.
Jacee StumpfMarch 2, 2013Food was terrible and margaritas worse! I took friends from out of town and all four of us were very disappointed! Definitely never going back!
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- Tue–Thu
- 11:00 AM 1700 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM 17:00 PM
(520) 622-6400
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Outdoor Seating
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Full Bar, Cocktails
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