This place and the family who runs it, have been on the Tucson food scene for many years - many years of excellence! My brother in law asked me where the best mole is in town. My first thought was The Little One. He, being a foodie, said it was the best mole he's ever had. Outdoor seating was comfortable and inviting, food was delicious, and the atmosphere was lively! Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plato, Chicken Mole, Cochinito En Crema De Chipotle
Kaitlin Murphy
Delicious and friendly local spot; it’s a great downtown lunch option.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Mole
B M
Came here twice in one trip to visit family in Tucson. The place is really incredible. You can tell they genuinely care about all of their customers and want them to be happy with their food. If you have an issue with something, let them know, they will fix it!My ABSOLUTE favorite thing here is the cochinito en chipotle. Super tender pork in an unbelievable sauce! But everything is good.While we were here a gal was ordering and unsure what to get and had never tried mole before so the owner gave her a little sample of mole to try first. Incredible food made by incredible people with big hearts.
The food was amazing, the Chipotle chicken is to die for. Chef's choice is the way to go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plato
Crystal G.
Went for lunch today and got the surprise plate. It included mole, cochinito en Crema de Chipotle, vegetable soup, chips and salsa, and I chose rice, and potatoes as my side. I'd never had mole before so this was my first experience. The it had very good flavor however not a personal preference. The vegetable soup was creamy with a slight sweetness from the selection of root vegetables it contained. Again the flavors were very rich and developed, you could tell this was homemade and not premade. The Cochinito en Crema de Chipotle was my favorite dish. The pork was extremely tender. I actually wasn't entirely sure what meat I was eating at the time. I had to come home and look it up to find the dish. The servers do tell you when they set your plates down but this was my first time and I wasn't sure what to expect so I think I was a little distracted. The sauce has a slight kick to it but very subtle. Even my sissy heat friend was able to enjoy a bite. It went great with both my potatoes and my rice, although I preferred it with the rice. They serve you warm tortillas and chips and salsa with your meal as well. The salsa was delicious. The chips and salsa are refilled upon request. The facility itself isn't hard to find although it's very small, parking is difficult because it's downtown and seating is few. I will say that service is fantastic and oh so very very fast! It may have been the fact we ordered the surprise plate which allowed the kitchen to give us their choice but we had our food within minutes during lunch rush. We sat at an obscure table in the corner but yet we were not forgotten about. It would be nice if they had a larger facility because they do have some really cute stuff in their restaurant for sale but it was just too crowded
Robyn Sheehy
Always a special experience. I schedule my flights to Tucson to get here before they close! Best food in Tucson.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plato
Annalise Groves
Really great experience. Came here on a recommendation from a local and did not regret it. The service was the best part, but the food was also amazing. Best horchata I've had. Also lots of vegetarian offerings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rich Reed
In my opinion this is the best Mexican restaurant in Tucson. The owner is an absolute sweetheart, the food is incredible, and the experience is always worth every penny and more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dennis Ernst
It had been a while since I was last here, but the food is always memorable. This isn't Sonoran style Mexican food but it does span a wider variety of flavors from Mexico.I often order the chef's plate, which is three items selected by the chef. This allows me to try things I might not order as a single dish.Today there was a pork , beef, sweet potato and a wonderful squash soup. Everything was fresh and high quality ingredients.The plates are beautiful and the service makes you feel like home. There's a good reason why this place gets high reviews.
Wow, just wow. Everything here is so so so wonderful. If you like Mexican food, you absolutely MUST come here. It is beyond amazing. The owner is the kindest most sweet person and I highly recommend you visit.
Danielle Sullivan
Best Mexican restaurant in Tucson!! Don’t waste your time going to el charro cafe or Guadalajara.. this place takes the cake on delicious food! 1000% must and you have to hug the lovely owner when you leave. She’s a Saint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plate Chef's Choice
Courtnee Noblesse
I got the veggie chiles rellenos with a side of rice and potatoes. I cleared my plate. The salsa was heaven and I wish I had a second stomach so I could have eaten it again. The atmosphere is clean and feels like home. Great place to get gifts and there is even a pastry selection. This is a happy place that makes really good food. Menu was on a chalk board as well so it looks like their menu changes which is super exciting. I will be back here for sure. -Forever Customer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Chile Relleno
Christian Fuentes
Eh it's ok. The food was bland and expensive. $51 for 2 lunch plates and 1 horchata (also watery and bland). I got the "surprise me" combination plate, so I got to try a few things from the menu. Salsa tasted like tomato sauce, and the guac was watery and flavorless. BUT, the soup of the day that I had on a Friday afternoon was pretty good. The restaurant was clean and decorations were great. The service was 10/10. Just wish the food matched the service. At least my money is going towards a local business (woman owned too!). Maybe I went on a bad day. This place must have great reviews for a reason, so just go give it a try if you have the time and money.Edit: Marcela, yes we did eat everything on the plate. We come from a background where no food goes to waste. Ni la tortilla. Especially if I'm paying money for it. We didn't let anyone know because it's just our personal opinion and these are my thoughts on the food I was served. Don't like complaining at restaurants and shouldn't have to. Thank you for the response! Just proves my point that the customer service is great and it shows you care about your restaurant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Adam Beamer
This place is the real deal. Food was AMAZING and the service was outstanding. Marsa was a sweetheart and I felt so comfortable there!
Always fabulous!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plato, Vegetarian Combo Plato
This place and the family who runs it, have been on the Tucson food scene for many years - many years of excellence! My brother in law asked me where the best mole is in town. My first thought was The Little One. He, being a foodie, said it was the best mole he's ever had. Outdoor seating was comfortable and inviting, food was delicious, and the atmosphere was lively! Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plato, Chicken Mole, Cochinito En Crema De Chipotle
Delicious and friendly local spot; it’s a great downtown lunch option.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Mole
Came here twice in one trip to visit family in Tucson. The place is really incredible. You can tell they genuinely care about all of their customers and want them to be happy with their food. If you have an issue with something, let them know, they will fix it!My ABSOLUTE favorite thing here is the cochinito en chipotle. Super tender pork in an unbelievable sauce! But everything is good.While we were here a gal was ordering and unsure what to get and had never tried mole before so the owner gave her a little sample of mole to try first. Incredible food made by incredible people with big hearts.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Chile Relleno, Breakfast Combination Plate, Surprise Plate Chef's Choice
The food was amazing, the Chipotle chicken is to die for. Chef's choice is the way to go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plato
Went for lunch today and got the surprise plate. It included mole, cochinito en Crema de Chipotle, vegetable soup, chips and salsa, and I chose rice, and potatoes as my side. I'd never had mole before so this was my first experience. The it had very good flavor however not a personal preference. The vegetable soup was creamy with a slight sweetness from the selection of root vegetables it contained. Again the flavors were very rich and developed, you could tell this was homemade and not premade. The Cochinito en Crema de Chipotle was my favorite dish. The pork was extremely tender. I actually wasn't entirely sure what meat I was eating at the time. I had to come home and look it up to find the dish. The servers do tell you when they set your plates down but this was my first time and I wasn't sure what to expect so I think I was a little distracted. The sauce has a slight kick to it but very subtle. Even my sissy heat friend was able to enjoy a bite. It went great with both my potatoes and my rice, although I preferred it with the rice. They serve you warm tortillas and chips and salsa with your meal as well. The salsa was delicious. The chips and salsa are refilled upon request. The facility itself isn't hard to find although it's very small, parking is difficult because it's downtown and seating is few. I will say that service is fantastic and oh so very very fast! It may have been the fact we ordered the surprise plate which allowed the kitchen to give us their choice but we had our food within minutes during lunch rush. We sat at an obscure table in the corner but yet we were not forgotten about. It would be nice if they had a larger facility because they do have some really cute stuff in their restaurant for sale but it was just too crowded
Always a special experience. I schedule my flights to Tucson to get here before they close! Best food in Tucson.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plato
Really great experience. Came here on a recommendation from a local and did not regret it. The service was the best part, but the food was also amazing. Best horchata I've had. Also lots of vegetarian offerings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
In my opinion this is the best Mexican restaurant in Tucson. The owner is an absolute sweetheart, the food is incredible, and the experience is always worth every penny and more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It had been a while since I was last here, but the food is always memorable. This isn't Sonoran style Mexican food but it does span a wider variety of flavors from Mexico.I often order the chef's plate, which is three items selected by the chef. This allows me to try things I might not order as a single dish.Today there was a pork , beef, sweet potato and a wonderful squash soup. Everything was fresh and high quality ingredients.The plates are beautiful and the service makes you feel like home. There's a good reason why this place gets high reviews.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plato
Restaurantji Recommends
Wow, just wow. Everything here is so so so wonderful. If you like Mexican food, you absolutely MUST come here. It is beyond amazing. The owner is the kindest most sweet person and I highly recommend you visit.
Best Mexican restaurant in Tucson!! Don’t waste your time going to el charro cafe or Guadalajara.. this place takes the cake on delicious food! 1000% must and you have to hug the lovely owner when you leave. She’s a Saint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Surprise Plate Chef's Choice
I got the veggie chiles rellenos with a side of rice and potatoes. I cleared my plate. The salsa was heaven and I wish I had a second stomach so I could have eaten it again. The atmosphere is clean and feels like home. Great place to get gifts and there is even a pastry selection. This is a happy place that makes really good food. Menu was on a chalk board as well so it looks like their menu changes which is super exciting. I will be back here for sure. -Forever Customer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Chile Relleno
Eh it's ok. The food was bland and expensive. $51 for 2 lunch plates and 1 horchata (also watery and bland). I got the "surprise me" combination plate, so I got to try a few things from the menu. Salsa tasted like tomato sauce, and the guac was watery and flavorless. BUT, the soup of the day that I had on a Friday afternoon was pretty good. The restaurant was clean and decorations were great. The service was 10/10. Just wish the food matched the service. At least my money is going towards a local business (woman owned too!). Maybe I went on a bad day. This place must have great reviews for a reason, so just go give it a try if you have the time and money.Edit: Marcela, yes we did eat everything on the plate. We come from a background where no food goes to waste. Ni la tortilla. Especially if I'm paying money for it. We didn't let anyone know because it's just our personal opinion and these are my thoughts on the food I was served. Don't like complaining at restaurants and shouldn't have to. Thank you for the response! Just proves my point that the customer service is great and it shows you care about your restaurant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
This place is the real deal. Food was AMAZING and the service was outstanding. Marsa was a sweetheart and I felt so comfortable there!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quesadillas