Restaurants in Saguaro National Park
There are no restaurants inside the park.
Picnic Supplies
Although there are no stores within the park's boundaries, you'll find plenty of places to stock up on supplies in Tucson, where there are numerous supermarkets, including Basha's, 6900 E. Sunrise Dr. (tel. 520/299-0633; www.bashas.com).
- Sonoran Mexican
Café Poca Cosa
Chef Suzana Davila brings the flavors of her home in Guaymas, Sonora to the northern part of the Sonoran desert. Hidden on the first floor of a chartreuse parking structure, you might overlook the restaurant if you didn't know what was inside. A sleek and …$$Tucson - American
Little Anthony's Diner
Kids of all ages love the '50s theme and occasional classic car shows at this kitschy Tucson institution. Nostalgia fans can even order Elvis' favorite—the fried peanut butter and banana sandwich, served by waitresses in poodle skirts. Surprisingly, the food is top-notch,…$Tucson - Italian
Tavolino
As close to an authentic Italian trattoria you'll find in Tucson is tucked in the Plaza Colonial shopping center in the Catalina Foothills. Savor one of the housemade pastas, such as the orecchiette alla barese, or a seasonal ravioli. All breads and pizzas come hot from …$$$Tucson - Mexican Tamales
Tucson Tamale Company
Don't be put off by the slick and corporate look of this restaurant. Todd Martin started the tamale company in 2008 after learning how to make them by hand from his girlfriend's (now wife's) family, and the restaurant, which has only two locations, still retains its local…$Tucson - Gastopub
Union Public House
The inventive menu at Union Public House takes standard gastropub fare one step beyond, and includes dishes such as calamari fried in cornmeal dusted with Sichuan peppercorn and the signature Union burger complete with pickled onions and bacon jam. A never-ending drink…$$Tucson
