Things To Do
El Güero Canelo Restaurant
A fast very casual Mexican restaurant known for their Sonoran hot dogs, burritos, and tacos. Their sonoran hot dogs were recognized by the James Beard Award list.
Beyond Bread
Casual sandwich shop with tasty pastries
Guadalajara Original Grill
This Mexican restaurant is a staple of Tucson, known for their fresh tableside salsa service and margaritas. At Guadalajara Grill, you will find more traditional staples in Mexican cuisine and a fun ambiance! From the moment you walk in, you're transported to Guadalajara, Mexico and there is live Mariachi music 7 nights a week.
BATA
A New American restaurant located in Downtown Tucson featuring a tasting menu. There is also a speakeasy style cocktail bar located below the restaurant.
El Charro Café Downtown
This is one of Tucson's oldest Mexican restaurants. There are two locations, with the original located in downtown. Their new location is closer to the venue.
Ren Coffeehouse
Coffee shop next to a market square with shops and a farmers market on the weekends.
Cartel Roasting Co
Cute coffee shop with great spaces to sit and enjoy or work.
Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
One of our all-time favorite breweries, located in Downtown Tucson. Mario and Jana went here on their first trip to Tucson together.
Tap & Bottle
Fun tap room and wine shop in Tucson. Perfect for a relaxed night.
Sonora Moonshine Company & Prohibicion
Sonora Moonshine Company, located in Downtown Tucson, is a fun patio bar and restaurant featuring cocktails and shareable plates inspired by Sonoran and Regional Mexican cuisine. Located underneath the restaurant is a speakeasy called Prohibicion. While you can order a drink off the menu, they specialize in crafting personalized cocktails based on your spirit preferences and desired flavor profile (spirit forward, refreshing, smokey, bitter, tropical, etc.). To get into Prohibicion, text (520) 990-2814.
Juniper - Tucson
Super swanky gin bar located in Downtown Tucson with a very unique menu and rotating seasonal list of cocktails.
The Parish
Really good Southern and cajun food
University of Arizona
Though they didn't know each other at the time, both Mario and Jana went to college at UA. The campus is beautiful and great to walk through. You can stop in the bookstore located in the heart of campus, stroll along the UA mall, and end up on University Blvd offering restaurants and shops. #wildcatforlife #beardown
Romero Pools - Hike
This is a beautiful hike that ends with several fresh water pools. Jana and Mario did this hike on their first trip to Tucson together.
Seven Falls - Hike
Moderate hiking trail in Sabino Canyon that ranges from 7-8+ miles in length depending on which trail you take - there are a couple different options. It's absolutely beautiful and ends with waterfalls.