34 Best Bar & Grill in Tucson

“It’s been 13 years since I last dined at the Flying V Bar & Grill at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, and my recent return was both a nostalgic trip and a delightful rediscovery. The restaurant’s ambiance has only become more spectacular over time—walk through the elegant wooden doors and you’re greeted by a warm, Southwestern-inspired interior, with rustic wooden beams, earth-toned walls, and glowing pendant lights that create an inviting lodge-like feel. Just beyond lies the terraced deck, where you can sip your cocktails while gazing out over a serene lake, the well-manicured golf course, and the breathtaking Catalina Mountains and the Tucson city lights in the distance. It’s a magical setting that showcases the desert’s natural beauty in all its twilight glory.

We began our evening with two signature cocktails: the PICANTE COWBOY and the CROWN JEWEL. The PICANTE COWBOY—featuring Maker’s Mark, Ancho Reyes Verde, ginger agave, lemon, and hellfire bitters—offered a bold, smoky flair underpinned by a subtle peppery kick. The ginger agave added a pleasant sweetness, balancing the tang of the lemon and spice from the bitters perfectly. Meanwhile, the CROWN JEWEL—mixed with Patron Reposado, pineapple turbinado, and orange bitters—delivered a tropical fruitiness that was neither saccharine nor overpowering. Both drinks were impeccably balanced and showcased thoughtful mixology, though at a premium price point. Sipping these alongside a basket of fresh artisan bread and a luxuriously whipped butter “concoction” felt like a quintessential Southwest indulgence.

For dinner, we shared the GRILLED PRAWNS—a dish composed of leche de tigre, cucumber, serrano, coconut milk, cilantro, and confit squash. The flavors dazzled with their bright acidity, creamy coconut undertones, and fresh herbal notes. My only critique was the portion—three sizable prawns made it awkward to share, and we found ourselves playfully vying for the “odd one out.” Moving on to our main course, we opted for the CHILEAN SEABASS. Presented in a pool of walnut consommé with kabocha squash and a dusting of pistachio matcha, the fish was expertly cooked to a buttery, flaky finish, seasoned just enough to enhance without overwhelming its natural richness. Curiously, both dishes arrived with the same slice of undercooked squash. While flavorful in theory, the squash’s firm texture left parts of it inedible. It was a minor misstep but noticeable given the otherwise refined execution of the plates.
Service throughout the evening was prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable—servers appeared at just the right moments, kept our glasses filled, and were eager to answer any questions. The romantic atmosphere, panoramic views, and the warm glow from the interior’s rustic décor all contributed to a memorable night.

Though portion sizes were on the modest side—particularly for the price—the overall experience of dining at the Flying V Bar & Grill remains elevated by the quality of the cuisine, the captivating setting, and the attentive service. After 13 years away, I’m delighted to report that Flying V continues to shine as one of Tucson’s most distinctive and enjoyable dining venues.

JS ;-)“

“Matty was my bartender tonight and I also met KAT that said she works here as well. Super friendly great bourbon selection and great prices highly recommend“

“Simple and great food! I spent many years as a fine dining chef, and my favorite places are always “hole in the wall” restaurants, they always seem to care more with their food and Bison Witches is my favorite hole in the wall restaurant in Tucson“

“Biggest wings you’ve ever had come to wing Wednesday because Pedro said so“

“My favorite place on the Eastside. I dream about the toritos 🤤“

“They have amazing food and drinks“

“This is our favorite date night spot, we just discovered it last month. The interior is cozy and rustic, they have concerts every weekend, and we always make friends when we go. It’s like a Tucson country version of Cheers. 10/10 recommend the Hawaiian burger with the fresh cut fries. Bartenders are great.“

“The service is among the best in Tucson, our server is always welcoming, prompt and extremely knowledgeable about the menu and specials, no matter who serves us when we go. The menu is expansive and everything sounds delicious, but I keep coming back for the chef’s creative specials. Wild Garlic truly has a unique and flavorful style when it comes to the beautiful food and the carefully crafted cocktails. To me, the price is more than worth the experience!“

“Great beer selection, awesome food from appetizers to mains, friendly staff and plenty of tv’s. The patio is awesome,as well!“

“Lovely place for a meal and a beer“

“Love this place! Neighborhood restaurant!“

“They have amazing food and drinks“

“Great place, great music, nice crowd, bartenders are super friendly. It's overall an excellent place to be at!“

“Outrageous! Last night we were enjoying ourselves at Brodies with our friend from England. We were called drunks by bartender Jeff. We couldn't believe his disrespect toward us, especially because none of us were drunk. We come at least twice a week, and Brody's is our favorite bar. We hope this will not happen again. Thank you.“

“Wonderful place the atmosphere is on point bartenders are nice gals really down to earth 110% recommend“

“Nice place and good food. I’d recommend it.“

“Always great food and service.“

“The good food. The upstairs party room.“

“Had a blast at the birthday party!!🥳“

“1st time here. The Momo Burger and Fry's were absolutely delicious! Alexa was on point with service and made me feel like a regular. Definitely my new Tucson spot for a Burger and a Beer.“

“I worked theee minutes away from SDII for over 8 years; during that time, I was always curious about it but never made it over to try it. Recently my boyfriend moved nearby and we decided to try it. We visited during the year when a UofA baseball game was on so it was as busy as one would expect. We sat at the bar and received immediate, friendly service from Katrina. We quickly realized we were surrounded by regulars (always a good sign in my opinion). Our original intention was to just have a couple of beers but after about an hour, we decided that we needed to try some food. We decided on the Reuben, which o had read about previously as being one of the best in Tucson. The sandwich was as fantastic. Excellent pastrami, cooked perfectly with the right amount of sauerkraut, 1000 island, Swiss cheese and wonderfully toasty rye. Definite 10/10 on the Reuben scale. I look forward to returning to this local gem for the cold beer, fantastic service, friendly faces and to try other menu items. Cheers!!!“

“Allie does a great job! 👍“

“Atmosphere and service is good. The problem is the prices. Seem to keep going up. This is a casual bar / restaurant. 19 for a hamburger and add $3.00 for french fries. When you are spending 100.00 for a casual lunch with drinks its getting ridiculous.“

“It's open to the public! You do not need to golf to enjoy fantastic food. It's a hidden gem for weddings and parties also. The view is gorgeous.“

“Fun course. All you need to know.“

“proud Dirtbag...bear down !“

“Barbra is an amazing manager got a table and she did a great job seeting everything up very professional very kind the server Emma did a great job on top of drinks and customer service great location to celebrate a bday or any celebration they made it amazing 5 stars all around 🤙“

“Jenny is a great and friendly bartender“

“It was my first time coming in here, and the atmosphere was great! The bartender Maddy greeted me, and was so kind and attentive. She made all my drinks amazing as well as brought my food out fast! It was a great experience all thanks to her.“

“Home Plate is Awesome place To go have fun 🤩. I would highly recommend checking this place out !!“

“This spot is awesome but the people that come here make it the best! We had a first time experience and will definitely be coming back!!“

“good pastrami sandwich 🥪“

“Lost appetite as bug was crawling across table while eating on a sticky dirty table? Yukk!!
We are all teachers!!
Thank you for the lesson in humility.

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Oh my!
Please know that I appreciate service and food and the willingness of others to be present in a service capacity.
Thank you for this.

5 stars ? with blessings of love!“

“Had a wonderful date with my wife 😊“