Illegal Pete's - Tucson

876 E University Blvd, Tucson
(520) 352-0032

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Mexican Coke Carnitas
Pete's Green Chile
Baja Fish Bowl
Kid's Nachos
Quesadilla
Guacamole
Potatoes
Burritos
Salsa
Bowls

Menu

Featured items
Bowls
Burritos
Queso
Pete's famous queso, lovingly referred to as liquid gold!Chips Not Included
Quesadilla
Hand-Rolled Taquitos
Mexican Coke
Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie
Chocolate Chip Cookies baked fresh daily!
Nachos
Tacos
Guac
Hand-smashed (by hands), daily. As we like to say, welcome to the guactagon!Chips Not Included
Silly Sticks
Two hand-rolled taquitos for kids!
Three Baja Fish Tacos
Served in corn tortillas with shredded cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime
Kid's Burrito
A smaller burrito for kids!
Kid's Quesadilla
A smaller quesadilla for kids!
Red Bull
Kid's Bowl
A smaller bowl for kids!
Grilled Steak
Grilled steak that's butchered right in house!
Big Fish Burrito
'Don't call it a comeback, I been here for years' - the fully customizable Big Fish Burrito is back!
Baja Fish Burrito
Pete's famous Baja fish burrito - comes standard with cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime
Baja Fish Bowl
Pete's famous Baja fish burrito... in a bowl! Comes standard with cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime

Classics
Burritos
Bowls
Tacos
Nachos
Pete's Green Chile
Salads

Quesadillas & Taquitos
Quesadilla
Hand-Rolled Taquitos

Beer Battered Fish
Three Baja Fish Tacos
Served in corn tortillas with shredded cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime
Big Fish Burrito
'Don't call it a comeback, I been here for years' - the fully customizable Big Fish Burrito is back!
Baja Fish Taco
Served in corn tortillas with shredded cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime
Baja Fish Bowl
Pete's famous Baja fish burrito... in a bowl! Comes standard with cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime
Big Fish Bowl
'Don't call it a comeback, I been here for years' - the fully customizable Big Fish Bowl is back!
Baja Fish Burrito
Pete's famous Baja fish burrito - comes standard with cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime

Kids Menu
Kid's Quesadilla
A smaller quesadilla for kids!
Kid's Bowl
A smaller bowl for kids!
Silly Sticks
Two hand-rolled taquitos for kids!
Kid's Nachos
Smaller nachos for kids!
Kid's Burrito
A smaller burrito for kids!
Kid's Baja Fish Burrito

Dessert and Sides
Large Chips Only
Large Chips & Dips
Small Chips & Dips
Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie
Chocolate Chip Cookies baked fresh daily!

Sodas & Teas
Mexican Coke
Bubly (assorted flavors)
House Margarita Mix
Pete's famous marg mix, you provide the rest of the margarita fixings
Red Bull
Aquafina

Extras
Tomatillo Verde Salsa (Medium)
House-made salsa with tomatillos, cilantro, and green chilesChips Not Included
Picante Salsa (Hot)
House-made hot salsa with tomatoes, jalapenos, serrano peppers, onions, and cilantro and a special blend of spicesChips Not Included
House Hot (XXXtra Hot)
House-made salsa, made with roasted chiles de arbol, roasted tomatoes, garlic and tomatillos. It's our extra hot smoky specialty!Chips Not Included
Grilled Steak
Grilled steak that's butchered right in house!
Pete's Green Chile
Salsa Fresca (Mild)
House-made salsa with tomatoes, jalapenos, onions and cilantroChips Not Included
Grilled Chicken
Marinated for over 24 hours in pineapple and grapefruit juices and a myriad of spices and flawlessly char-grilled!
Chile Corn (Medium)
House-made salsa with corn, jalapenos, cilantro, red onion and poblanosChips Not Included
Mexican Coke Carnitas
Slow cooked pork with Mexican Coke and shredded to perfection.
Queso
Pete's famous queso, lovingly referred to as liquid gold!Chips Not Included
Guac
Hand-smashed (by hands), daily. As we like to say, welcome to the guactagon!Chips Not Included

Friends & Family Meals
Taco Meal
Taco Night! This meal kit serves 4 people with: 3 tacos, small chips & salsa and a chocolate chip cookie for each person
Nacho Meal
The only thing better than Nachos are Nachos on your couch. This kit makes nachos for 4, and includes a chocolate chip cookie for each person!

Chips & Dips
Small Chips & Dips
Large Chips & Dips

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Recent Reviews

Ordered a Pitcher (Modelo), but there were no more options to order. The kitchen was closed as well. Though the beer was ok. Beauty place to go, but couldn’t taste their food or other beverages.
June 2025
Really awesome food for kinda reasonable prices. Generous portions, friendly staff, and a great hole in the wall vibe with outdoor seating and a good view. Chicken quesadilla gave me an out of body experience, they put some kind of sauce on it that makes me want to kiss Pete himself. The rest of the food looks fresh, overall a great spot to eat and very indicative of the Mexican scene in Tucson. Will eat here many more times.
June 2025
Illegal Pete's: A Tucson Treasure of Fresh Flavors and Fantastic Service!
If you're looking for a casual dining experience that consistently delivers on both taste and hospitality, Illegal Pete's is an absolute must-visit in Tucson. From the moment you step in, you can tell this place operates like a well-oiled machine, and it's clear that commitment to excellence starts right from the top with the management.
The food at Illegal Pete's...
June 2025

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Illegal Pete's - Tucson

876 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 352-0032