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UNESCO City of Gastronomy
Tucson holds the distinction of being America's first UNESCO City of Gastronomy, and the honor is well deserved. The city's 4,000-year culinary heritage blends Native American, Mexican, and Spanish food traditions into something uniquely Tucsonan, from Sonoran hot dogs to heritage grain tortillas.
Best times to dine: Happy hour runs 4-7pm. Summer heat means early dinners are popular - many restaurants have great patio dining October through May.
Tucson's food identity is deeply rooted in its Sonoran Desert location and indigenous food traditions. The city excels in Mexican food that predates the US-Mexico border, with tamales, enchiladas, and carne seca that taste different from anywhere else. A new wave of chefs is honoring these traditions while incorporating modern techniques and local desert ingredients.
From happy hour drinks to lunch specials, Taco Tuesday to BOGO deals - TasteDrop helps you find what's happening right now at restaurants in Tucson. Our community verifies every special so you know exactly what's available.