50 Best Cocktail Bars in Tucson

“This place is amazing! The food is so incredibly good and the service is top notch. We went for my boyfriend’s birthday and we were blown away by the quality and uniqueness of the food. I had the salmon which came with this amazing garlic sauce baked on top and a side salad and hand cut fries. And my boyfriend had the steak which was huge and cooked to perfection. We also had the bacon wrapped dates which we had to order 4 orders of because they were absolutely devoured. The chef’s board was also outstanding and had some creative items that were so tasty. I can’t say enough good things about this place. Everyone that works there makes you feel like family and the owners are really kind people. We will be back!“

“I attended Late Night with Morani Sanders Quartet at the Century Room. It was outstanding. Great venue, great service, and the music was top notch. :-)“

“What a great place with such a cool vibe. Great place to grab a drink and chill.“

“Stumbled upon this cool spot on a rainy Saturday night when my usual spot was closed. I was pleasantly surprised to have such a refreshing menu of drinks and tasty appetizers. The music was selected for the scene in the ambiance was just pure chill. My friends and I had a great time and will be back in the future.,“

“Been traveling all week so I was looking for something fresh and this place did not disappoint! The server was super sweet, my cocktail (gulf water) was on point, and the food was superb. I had the chicken club salad with ranch - I'm a Midwestern girl and this ranch is legit - followed by a layered banana pudding that sent me straight to heaven. The Executive Chef, Gabriel, brought each dish out personally so we got to have some good conversation. His passion for creating each dish was so clear, I really had no choice but to enjoy every single bite. 12/10. Would recommend.“

“Chill atmosphere and nice drink specials“

“Played pool and love the old fashioned jukebox! The varied selection of music promise something for everyone. My only quarrel would be the noise level, turn it up, if it's too loud you're too old! To their credit I didn't ask if they could turn it up so that may be my bad. I will say the bartender Jenna is quick, extremely knowledgeable, and completely on point.... please tip your service well, she certainly deserves it! All of the staff is wonderful and I have yet to throw a drink at Jenna that she hasn't been able to craft to perfection! Enjoy!“

“I love Westbound, it is my favorite hangout in Tucson, with a great beer selection and fantastic draft cocktails. The great news is that they are open for to go/pick up during social distancing! Their amazing staff are serving up tasty cocktails to go plus all of your beer, wine, and spirit needs. Especially now, it was great to see friendly faces keeping everyone's safety in mind while providing an invaluable public service. They will get us through!! Let's make a virtual toast to Westbound - with a to go cocktail! ☺🍻🍹“

“Best little dive bar. It's very much a shot and a beer place but the bartenders do their best to accommodate orders.“

“My wife and I have been there twice. each time has been an excellent experience. The service and the food is impeccable. The plating of each dish literally beautiful. this is some place where I would like to take friends and family when they come to visit.“

“Went with my brother while visiting in Tucson. Tried the Sonoran hot dog. Delicious! Service was great and friendly!!!!“

“Paula was a fantastic server. She got our order right and smiled often when speaking to my sister and myself. I was a little disappointed that you do not serve tortilla soup the flan made up the difference. The experience was great. Thanks Paula. The manager came by our table too!“

“Dear Tito and Pep, Please refresh the menu. you are so talented ,passionate ,and creative with your food. Please share with us ( your Tucson)what other excellent culinary creations are in your heart, mind and soul. We love your foods and the story. So ,what is the next page in this beautiful Sonoran gastronomic adventure ? Go for it Chef!“

“Finally tried Mojo, and it did not disappoint! Food, drink, and service were wonderful. I grew up on the east coast and have missed Cuban food; so happy to have a spot here in Tucson! I love that there were several sampler options so I could try a variety of dishes on my first visit: rum flight (silver), Plato Mixto, and Taste of Havana were all delicious. Will definitely be returning to try the rest of the menu. Shout out to our server who was welcoming and attentive!“

“In from out of town and googled local sushi restaurants. We were VERY pleasantly surprised at the variety and high quality of sushi, appetizers and roll combinations!! Best I’ve had in many years!!! Not to mention the service was great and they were fast. Would highly recommend!!! Thank you for a great experience!!!“

“Es un lugar delicioso,exquisito con un sabor casero. Excelente Servicio, Recomendado al 100%.“

“This breakfast spot is a treasure. The food and service were outstanding. It is a must do for downtown Tucson breakfast“

“Excellent service Jorge always very friendly to care of me“

“Amazing drinks! My new favorite place for tasty cocktails!!🍸“

“Perfect place to spend some time“

“Great food - personable and professional staff - all around wonderful dining experience - thank you!“

“Tap & Bottle has a very diverse selection of beer, wine, spirits and cocktails. Their staff is extremely knowledgeable, and deeply educated on each of the beverages including distillation process, history, and availability. They have a great whiskey selection, and regularly host specialized tasting experiences. One of the best places to go in Tucson for a pour and relax!“

“Atmosphere is eclectic, mixed drink selection is really wonderful. Like no other cocktail bar in town. Fun place to take visitors!“

“They have amazing food and drinks“

“Tio Ben’s is such a great place! It is our favorite Mexican restaurant on the northside. We love it when Mike is there on Sundays playing his guitar and singing for us. Uncle Ben is so kind, always asking and checking to make sure everything is OK and if we need anything, we never feel rushed, and you get your moneys worth.!!🫶🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 oh yeah, and he is the most kid friendly ever!! He happens to have a large family himself and I think this makes him especially understanding of families with little ones. We so appreciate this!“

“Good food great service, love the ambience!“

“I try to get in every Tuesday after my morning appointments. I go in and have them order for me. for the last few months I have been surprised with each meal and everything has been wonderful. Great food, great atmosphere, great staff.“

“The food is not great.“

“This place is great. They always bring in great comedians, the staff is friendly, and highly recommend if you're looking for a good night out to laugh. 5/5 for sure.“

“OK, Nightjar has no food, but the food at its partners is absolutely outstanding, so there.
Nevin served a delightfully perfect Macallan 12 while helping me amend an upcoming reservation. Now I sit on the patio, just after sunset with candles and Edison lights writing this while sipping. Get the idea? This place is sublime.“

“❤️ Love this spot! Great people! Great whisky!“

“Loved it here! The atmosphere was so fun. We stopped by for some celebratory drinks and Jesus was the best! He was very knowledgeable about liquors and asked different questions regarding what we like, didn't like, etc. and ended up making us some amazing drinks! Definitely recommend a visit and if Jesus is behind the bar you'll have the best time (and drinks)!“

“Jazzi know how to keep the bar going. Shes a solid 10, & she knows how to keep the bar flowing no matter how slow it is! Shes the reason the regulars stick around. We are not regulars but we will definitely frequent this location thanks to her amazing customer service and her attention to detail! Give this girl a raise, she's a keeper! We are from Phoenix and thanks to her this is our go to spot from here on out!“

“We were there last night for a somewhat rare evening of music. I'd have to say it was easily one of the best experiences I've recently had at a local restaurant. The chef salad was superb, absolutely distinctive greens and relatively healthy. The fries and cake that I sampled from others were also top notch. The waitstaff was hugely pleasant, competent and attentive. Great work all around!“

“A great meal had here on a beautiful Tucson evening. Sat outside on a beautiful large patio that isn't right on the street (no exhaust or loud car noises during dinner is nice). Had several types of margaritas, tacos, and seca. Service was great. I recommend!“

“great place good music awsome bar tenders“

“We love our neighbors! Great beer & wine selection, friendly staff & good vibes!“

“Alley vibe with an artistic feel… intimate upstairs lounge with romantic dim red lighting🔥🥰 no wait drink service🤘“

“Staff are always friendly and courteous and the drunken noodles are great! 😋“

“My uncle and aunt took us to dinner at Mariscos Chihuahua while we were visiting in Tucson. The food was absolutely AMAZING! So fresh and perfectly seasoned! My husband I split the Pulpo Marinero, while my uncle and aunt shared the Camerones Culichi. We all loved our food. Great drinks, fun atmosphere, and outstanding service! You have to go see them!! We will be back!“

“Very chill place and great music!!“

“Their food is delicious. They have a skilled chef who makes their food with perfection! it's also fresh every time!“

“Went for Valentine's Day for both my date and I's first time at Bata. Super friendly service from the start and my server (Chloe I believe) was extremely knowledgeable about the menu. The lemon tartlets were our favorite! Great experience in a cool and refreshing environment that isn't offered much in Tucson. Great job - would recommend 10/10.“

“They have amazing food and drinks“

“Excellent food, brilliant breakfast and very friendly service 😃👏“

“Came to dinner at El Sur with the girls. Ordered the poblano hamburger and waffle fries. Did not disappoint. It was full of flavor and the right spiciness. Added a skinny margarita and it was perfect. Bartender/ waiter was attentive and in top of it.“

“Perfect spot for Sunday lunch with a good friend. We highly recommend the refreshing watermelon 🍉 margaritas and mango ceviche, followed by the chicken tinga bowl and dulce de leche chocolate cake. Great ambiance and amazing service. We will definitely be back again soon!“

“Food Server, REDANA, was Excellent. Delicious Calamari. Excellent Veal Parmigiana with homemade Pasta. Sauce was great. And Cannoli was fresh and tasty. We are from NYC. We have eaten in Little Italy. Your food is worthy of being served on Mulberry Street. Five Stars... PS After we finished my Birthday dinner, I played Billy Joel's song "Scene from an Italian Restaurant" while awaiting the Check. And the red and white checkered table cloths are a Great touch. They remind me of Louie's Restaurant in the Godfather movie.“

“Probably one of the best hotel restaurants Ive been to. These are hotel prices but still reasonable. The drinks are stiff and delicious (special mention to the rise and shine). The food is fresh and really well made. Tacos are great. Market salad with tuna was absolutely perfect. Ive been to far too many regular restaurants unable to match that level. And, the waitresses are adorable.“

“Great place to grab a drink, lots of variety hot and cold drinks. They also have a neat bar in the back lounge area. Hookah is best in town in my opinion. Vibe is chill, always a good time.“