Janaya’s Guidebook
Food scene
From Chef Hannah’s always delicious French toast specials to their fruitful mimosas, condensed meal in a glass Bloody Mary you cannot go wrong here. But get in early or prepare for a worthwhile wait.
170 locals recommend
Prep & Pastry
2660 N Campbell AveFrom Chef Hannah’s always delicious French toast specials to their fruitful mimosas, condensed meal in a glass Bloody Mary you cannot go wrong here. But get in early or prepare for a worthwhile wait.
Our personal favorite, the owner lives in this neighborhood and has maintained this homes original charm. The menu maintains its traditional heritage offering fluffy pancakes, freshly cracked eggs, flavorful potatoes, and classic coffee – this place is a must for any breakfast lover! Look for patio seating year around.
76 locals recommend
Blue Willow Restaurant
2616 N Campbell AveOur personal favorite, the owner lives in this neighborhood and has maintained this homes original charm. The menu maintains its traditional heritage offering fluffy pancakes, freshly cracked eggs, flavorful potatoes, and classic coffee – this place is a must for any breakfast lover! Look for patio seating year around.
This spot is an absolute must if you love anything with cheese or marinara! After 6pm its anywhere between a 30-45 minute but grab a drink and wait – it is always worth it.
20 locals recommend
Oregano's Pizza Bistro
4900 E Speedway BlvdThis spot is an absolute must if you love anything with cheese or marinara! After 6pm its anywhere between a 30-45 minute but grab a drink and wait – it is always worth it.
Calling all craft beer/wine lovers, gamers, and those who love a great patio space this spot would be our second home. Located in the center of a Metal Arts Village if you go earlier in the day you can stop by the neighboring art and craft shops. Sometimes you can even grab some grub off a local food truck (check Facebook for dates).
27 locals recommend
Tucson Hop Shop
3230 N Dodge BlvdCalling all craft beer/wine lovers, gamers, and those who love a great patio space this spot would be our second home. Located in the center of a Metal Arts Village if you go earlier in the day you can stop by the neighboring art and craft shops. Sometimes you can even grab some grub off a local food truck (check Facebook for dates).
A historic must see anyway, Hotel Congress remains a local and tourist attraction. Offering grub from brunch to dinner and a dance club featuring various DJ’s you will never enter here and not have an amazing time! For brunch hit up the Bloody Mary Bar, for dinner grab a cocktail from the lounge, and for some great conversation and live music hit the patio.
232 locals recommend
Hotel Congress
311 E Congress StA historic must see anyway, Hotel Congress remains a local and tourist attraction. Offering grub from brunch to dinner and a dance club featuring various DJ’s you will never enter here and not have an amazing time! For brunch hit up the Bloody Mary Bar, for dinner grab a cocktail from the lounge, and for some great conversation and live music hit the patio.
Vivace Restaurant
6440 N Campbell AveBest Italian in Tucson!
The entire is scene is amazing, bright, airy and their drinks are phenomenal!
51 locals recommend
North Italia
2995 E Skyline DrThe entire is scene is amazing, bright, airy and their drinks are phenomenal!
RA Sushi Bar Restaurant
2905 E Skyline DrA local favorite, top 5 favorite restaurants in Tucson! A must have for any visitor
48 locals recommend
Wild Garlic Grill
2870 E Skyline DrA local favorite, top 5 favorite restaurants in Tucson! A must have for any visitor
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
6360 N Campbell AveGreat for happy hour or to catch up with family and friends!
26 locals recommend
The Grill at Hacienda Del Sol
5501 N Hacienda Del Sol RdGreat for happy hour or to catch up with family and friends!
Tito and Pep
4122 E Speedway BlvdGreat food and drinks!
Great place to grab produce and supplies located in La Encantada or grab a burger on their patio.
33 locals recommend
AJ's
2805 E Skyline DrGreat place to grab produce and supplies located in La Encantada or grab a burger on their patio.
My favorite place to grab a craft beer; they always have something new and the outdoor patio is spectacular-but be careful in the summers.
27 locals recommend
Tucson Hop Shop
3230 N Dodge BlvdMy favorite place to grab a craft beer; they always have something new and the outdoor patio is spectacular-but be careful in the summers.
Great place to grab drinks and catch up with friends and family. Located off 4th Ave there is some great shopping and other restaurants near by.
21 locals recommend
The Boxyard
238 N 4th AveGreat place to grab drinks and catch up with friends and family. Located off 4th Ave there is some great shopping and other restaurants near by.
Sightseeing
In the summer when you want to get in some good hiking, see some greenery or just go somewhere typically running in the mid 80's Mt. Lemmon is about a 45-minute drive. It has incredible views and great photo opportunities all the way up to the top. If you come in October check out their Oktoberfest and in the late winter (late December-January) you can hit the slopes.
485 locals recommend
Mount Lemmon
In the summer when you want to get in some good hiking, see some greenery or just go somewhere typically running in the mid 80's Mt. Lemmon is about a 45-minute drive. It has incredible views and great photo opportunities all the way up to the top. If you come in October check out their Oktoberfest and in the late winter (late December-January) you can hit the slopes.
Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N Alvernon WayThe Fox Theatre hosts some spectacular movies and events in our downtown area!
55 locals recommend
Fox Tucson Theatre
17 W Congress StThe Fox Theatre hosts some spectacular movies and events in our downtown area!
Activity
La Paloma Country Club
3660 E Sunrise DrWith hiking trails for beginners to experienced and depending on the time of year some peaceful pools that the entire family can enjoy this park is loved by many. Open year around you will see athletes training, kids playing or locals just appreciating this park. There is a tram that runs during the day that goes all the way up to the last stop and can also lend its wheels to those whose legs may need a break.
457 locals recommend
Sabino Canyon Recreation Area
5700 North Sabino Canyon RoadWith hiking trails for beginners to experienced and depending on the time of year some peaceful pools that the entire family can enjoy this park is loved by many. Open year around you will see athletes training, kids playing or locals just appreciating this park. There is a tram that runs during the day that goes all the way up to the last stop and can also lend its wheels to those whose legs may need a break.
The 98 acre Desert Museum is a fusion experience: zoo, botanical garden, art gallery, natural history museum, and aquarium. With over 200 animal species and two-miles of walking path this place is great for the whole family. Early hours in the summer as it 90% outdoors or anytime in the fall/winter.
670 locals recommend
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 N Kinney RdThe 98 acre Desert Museum is a fusion experience: zoo, botanical garden, art gallery, natural history museum, and aquarium. With over 200 animal species and two-miles of walking path this place is great for the whole family. Early hours in the summer as it 90% outdoors or anytime in the fall/winter.
Tohono Chul-Desert Discovery Education Center
7211 N Northern AvePima Air and Space Museum
6000 E Valencia RdGreat day activity for the entire family!