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Culinary Dropout - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
Culinary Dropout - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
Culinary Dropout - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
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CULINARY DROPOUT

(4.9 Score)
2543 East Grant Road,
Tucson, AZ 85716 Directions

Since 2010

Specialty:

✓ 36-Hour Pork Ribs ✓ Pasta Bolognese ✓ Mongolian Short Rib ✓ Steak Frites ✓ Chicken Cacio E Pepe ✓ Fried Chicken ✓ Korean Style Ribeye Cap ✓ Beer Battered Fish and Chips ✓ Turkey Pastrami ✓ Shaved Prime Rib Dip ✓ The M.A.C. Burger ✓ The Pub Burger ✓ Add Egg ✓ Crispy Chicken Katsu ✓ Spicy Vegan Curry ✓ Roasted Salmon ✓ Asian Crunch ✓ Chopped Chicken ✓ Classic Caesar

“Culinary Dropout is a fancy spot that serves creative cocktails and comfort food. Their special cocktail goes great with their slow-cooked 36-hour pork ribs. Their popular dishes include pretzel bites with cheese, pork ribs, and their famous fried chicken with honey. You can also enjoy games and free live music in a relaxed atmosphere. Their patio fits up to 80 people, and the lounge holds 10. Sandwiches come with fries or a house salad. You can try their Breakfast Sandwich with scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, guacamole, green chile, American cheese, and spicy mayo. You can surprise your loved ones with their gift cards. Join them at happy hour for ice-cold beer and their famous soft pretzels with provolone cheese dip.”

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STARTERS
Yesterday's Soup $10.00
Soft Pretzels & Provolone Fondue $17.00
Spicy Shrimp Crispy Rice $19.00
Wagyu Pigs in a Blanket $17.50
BBQ Pork Belly Nachos $18.50
Crispy Popcorn Shrimp $18.00
Whipped Feta & Tahini Dip $14.50
Crispy Brussels Sprouts $12.00
Hot Wings $18.50
House Potato Chips $9.50
SNACKS
Grilled Asparagus $6.00
Marinated Olives $5.00
Crusty Bread, Garlic Oil & Balsamic $5.50
Marcona Almonds $5.00
Prosciutto Deviled Eggs $8.00
MEAT & CHEESE
Molinari Sopressata $6.00
Hot Coppa $7.00
Prosciutto di San Daniele $9.00
Dolce Gorgonzola $5.50
Prairie Breeze Cheddar $5.00
Truffle Crescenza $6.00
Aged Manchego $5.50
Pimento Cheese $6.00

Contact:

(520) 203-0934 (470) 579-6050

Mon-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri: 11am - 12am
Sat: 10am - 12am
Sun: 10am - 9pm
Brunch: Sat & Sun: 10am - 3pm

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Wildflower - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
Wildflower - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
Wildflower - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
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WILDFLOWER

(4.8 Score)
7037 North Oracle Road,
Tucson, AZ 85704 Directions

Since 1997

Specialty:

✓ Spinach Pappardelle ✓ Short Rib Ravioli ✓ Bolognese ✓ Mediterranean Market Bowl ✓ Atlantic Salmon ✓ Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl ✓ Fish and Chips ✓ Lemongrass Skewered Scallops ✓ Ahi Tuna Poke ✓ Pan Roasted Chicken ✓ Pork Scallopini ✓ New York Strip ✓ Chicken Salad Sandwich ✓ Braised Short Rib ✓ Mesquite Grilled Cheeseburger ✓ Greek Caesar ✓ Asian Chicken

“Wildflower serves dishes inspired by flavors from around the world but always stay true to being a local Tucson favorite. The restaurant is located in Casas Adobes Plaza. This modern American restaurant with a fancy interior, outdoor patio seating, and beautiful mountain views. Their menu includes comforting classics like Spinach Pappardelle and Braised Beef Short Rib, made fresh to order. With a mix of familiar and new tastes, Wildflower is a place you'll want to visit again and again. They have two group dining spaces for bigger parties, where you can celebrate either indoors or outdoors. The South Patio seats 30 guests and can hold 40 for receptions, the North Patio seats 28 with a reception capacity of 30, and the Main Dining Room accommodates 175 seated guests and up to 180 for receptions. Gift cards are also available.”

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STARTERS
Daily Soup $8.00
Grilled Artichoke $15.00
Steamed Mussels $19.00
Crispy Brussels Sprouts & Bacon $14.00
Lebanese Hummus $14.00
Sesame Chicken Potstickers $16.00
Cold Smoked Salmon $16.00
Crisp Calamari $16.00
SALADS
Roasted Beet Chop $15.00
Lobster & Artichoke $28.00
Butternut Squash & Kale $14.00
COCKTAILS
Winter Sangria Glass $14.00
Winter Sangria Pitcher $39.00
Grapefruit Gin Fizz $14.00
Signature Old Fashioned $14.00
Thai Grapefruit Martini $14.00
Blood Orange Paloma $15.00
Spicy Strawberry Margarita $15.00
Hugo Spritz $14.00
Fig & Ginger Mule $14.00
Classic Market Margarita $15.00

Contact:

(520) 219-4230 (520) 838-0562

Mon-Sun: 11am - 9pm

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Hub Restaurant & Ice Creamery - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
Hub Restaurant & Ice Creamery - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
Hub Restaurant & Ice Creamery - Tucson, AZ American Restaurants
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HUB RESTAURANT & ICE CREAMERY

(4.8 Score)
266 East Congress Street,
Tucson, AZ 85701 Directions

Since 2011

Specialty:

✓ Mac and Cheese ✓ Pot Pie ✓ Roasted Half Chicken ✓ Ricotta Gnocchi ✓ Chicken Tagliatelle ✓ Seared Salmon ✓ Fish and Chips ✓ Braised Short Ribs ✓ Grilled 12oz New York Strip ✓ Pastrami ✓ Beef and Brie on Foccacia ✓ Tucson Urban Burger ✓ Burrata ✓ Steamed Mussels ✓ Charcuterie ✓ Pretzel Knots ✓ Prime Rib Fries ✓ Cheese Curds ✓ Buffalo Wings

“Hub Restaurant & Ice Creamery provides American food in a cool, modern spot on historic Congress Street in downtown Tucson. This restaurant is right in the middle of one of the city’s most exciting areas. They offer brunch on weekends starting at 11 a.m. and are known for their meats, ice cream, and beer. Sandwiches come with fries or tater tots. DJs play every night from 10 p.m. until closing, making it a fun place to hang out with friends. Their popular dishes include Elote Pasta with corn and a creamy sauce, Tater Tots, Pot Pies, and Pastrami. They also have happy hour specials, and you can make a table reservation. Their Harvest Salad includes arugula, squash, manchego cheese, almonds, pomegranate, and sherry vinaigrette.”

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Price:

STARTERS
La Focaccia (veg) $7.00
Tempura Calamari $16.00
Burrata (veg) $16.00
Steamed Mussels* $20.00
Charcuterie $17.00
Pretzel Knots (veg) $17.00
Prime Rib Fries $16.00
Cheese Curds $16.00
SANDWICHES
Classic Cheeseburger $16.00
Tucson Urban Burger $17.00
Beef & Brie on Focaccia $21.00
Turkey Blt $16.00
Pat’s Grilled Cheese $16.00
Pastrami $18.00
GREENS
Crisp Caesar (veg) $13.00
Harvest (gf, Veg) $14.00
Corn & Avocado (gf, Veg) $17.00
The Chop Chop $17.00

Contact:

(520) 207-8201

Sun-Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

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CULINARY DROPOUT REVIEWS

A modern take on fine dining, Culinary Dropout has a very rich atmosphere. Inside they have a wide range of seating options from bar tables to booth seats. The menu has a variety of options at fair prices for how large the portions are. There’s live music and an open space for dancing. What shocked me was the giant glass window looking into the kitchen where you can see all the chefs preparing your meal. Overall a very nice restaurant with comfortable ambiance and light. A good place to go out with a group of friends or sit down with a date.

Stopped in for lunch with my wife, sister in law and a business associate while we were in town. It's a big place and lots of parking. Was not difficult to get a table and we didn't have a reservation but then again it was a Thursday around 12:30pm. The hostess seated me promptly as I told her four others were on their way. Service was fast and the food was good. A solid choice for lunch in Tucson.

We are from California and google a restaurant while traveling within the state of Arizona and found this jewel. Delicious food and drinks. The service is beyond excellent. The ambiance is really great so cozy for dinner and at the same time great for watching your favorite sport while eating.

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WILDFLOWER REVIEWS

Wildflower is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, we were struck by the beautiful decor—warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed to create a relaxing yet upscale atmosphere. What truly made our experience exceptional, though, was our server, Jenna. She was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, making us feel genuinely welcome throughout the meal. Her recommendations were spot-on, and her service added a personal touch that elevated the whole evening. We’ll definitely be coming back!

Absolutely a fantastic meal! Nate, our waiter was the sweetest, kindness, most attentive waiter ever! I will return here again and again. I had the Bolognese which was out of this world. Other with me had the short rib ravioli, all which were outstanding! Dessert did not disappoint. This is a must go restaurant in Tucson.

The food was excellent. The service was great, and the ambience of the restaurant is really cool. A really nice patio dining area along with a great dining room room experience.

HUB RESTAURANT & ICE CREAMERY REVIEWS

My Lyft driver from yesterday recommended the place if I was in the mood for burger and fries since it’s so close to my hotel. From the menu someone posted online there was supposed to be a vegan option for the burger, however, the menu I got was totally different. So, I thought my plans had changed to drinks only until I started talking to the bartender about not finding anything on the menu. She advised me they just changed the menu about a month ago. However, they still have a vegan spicy black bean burger. Then my plans for a burger was back on! The patty was nicely seasoned with all the fixings. It was perfect! Service was great. Love the interior and the cushiony bar stool. It was so comfy. Will definitely return if I’m ever in town again.

The Hub was the spot. We went in knowing exactly what we wanted based on some social media posts. We chose the Mac n Cheese (with chicken) and the Pot Pie (with Chicken). They DOD NOT disappoint, delicious. Weather was pleasant so we sat outside, inside did look nice and comfortable. The bourbon whiskey selection was insane, reasonably priced pours.

A great place for both indoor and outdoor dining. We had a great taste of the pastrami sandwich on pretzel bread. The outdoor seating had shade and mist cooling. Lovely atmosphere.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CULINARY DROPOUT Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Business Hours: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 13.8K: 10
Variety of Menu: 10
Video: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

WILDFLOWER Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 9
Contact Info: 9
Variety of Menu: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 11.4K: 10
Video: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

HUB RESTAURANT & ICE CREAMERY Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 9.1K: 9
Variety of Menu: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10
Table Reservation: 10