Where to Eat
When in Tucson, get ready to enjoy some of the world’s most welcoming hotels and delicious food.
With dozens of restaurants to choose from in the downtown and University area, there’s no reason to come to a screening hungry, or to go home without a full stomach during Film Fest Tucson.
There’s no better place to start than with Film Fest Tucson’s presenting sponsor, Loveblock Partners.
Little Love Burger
Downtown Tucson’s newest hamburger haven features the juiciest scratch-made signature burgers, made with love.
Hub Ice Cream Parlor
The Hub Ice Cream Parlor, Downtown Tucson’s local and premium homemade ice cream with natural ingredients and an array of flavors.
Hub Restaurant
A downtown Tucson staple, the Hub Restaurant recently celebrated their 11th year of serving delicious and heart-warming comfort food.
The Good Oak Bar
Your local wood-encased bar specifically featuring local craft beer, wine, and Sonoran sourced cocktail concoctions.
Playground Bar and Events
Located in the heart of Tucson, the Playground is a downtown legend which features multiple bars, dancing, rooftop event space, and delectable bites and drinks.
Tucson has no shortage of other great dining options to tempt your tastebuds.
47 Scott: 47 N. Scott Ave.
Agustin Kitchen: 100 S. Avenida del Convento
Barrio Brewing Co.: 800 E. 16th St.
Bata: 35 E. Toole Ave.
Batch Cafe & Bar: 118 E. Congress St.
Beaut Burger: 267 S. Avenida del Convento
Bombole Eatery: 100 N. Stone
Cafe a la C’art: 150 N. Main Ave.
Charro del Rey: 178 E. Broadway Blvd.
Charro Steak: 188 E. Broadway Blvd.
Cup Cafe at Hotel Congress: 311 E. Congress St.
The Coronet: 198 W. Cushing St.
El Charro Cafe: 311 N. Court Ave.
El Minuto Cafe: 354 S. Main Ave.
Elliott’s on Congress: 135 E. Congress St.
Empire Pizza & Pub: 137 E. Congress St.
Hub Restaurant & Ice Creamery: 266 E. Congress St.
Kukai: 267 South Avenida del Convento
Maynards Market & Kitchen: 400 N. Toole Ave.
Miss Saigon: 47 N. Sixth Ave.
Nook: 1 E. Congress St.
Obon Sushi Bar Ramen: 350 E. Congress St.
Penca: 50 E. Broadway Blvd.
Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink: 101 E. Pennington St.
Seis Kitchen: 100 S. Avenida del Convento
The Coronet: 198 W. Cushing St.
Urban Fresh: 73 E. Pennington St.
Urban Pita: 345 E. Congress St.
Bacio Italiano: 943 E. University Blvd. #125
Caffe Luce: 943 E. University Blvd. #191
Chipotle: 814 E. University Blvd.
Frog & Firkin: 874 E. University Blvd.
Fuku Sushi: 940 E. University Blvd.
Gentle Ben’s Brewing Co.: 865 E. University Blvd.
Illegal Pete’s: 876 E. University Blvd.
Jimmy’s Pita & Poke: 845 E. University Blvd. #175
Kababeque Indian Grill: 845 E. University Blvd. #185
No Anchovies: 870 E. University Blvd.
Saigon Pho: 943 E. University Blvd.
Sinbad’s Restaurant: 810 E. University Blvd.
Snakes & Lattes: 988 E. University Blvd.
The Blind Pig: 943 E. University Blvd. #115
Where to Stay
Tucson boasts a wide variety of lodging options for visitors to Film Fest Tucson including luxury resorts, iconic historic properties, bed & breakfast properties and comfortable hotels. We’ve listed a few here, but you can also go to VisitTucson.org and find a comprehensive list of all the properties in the Southern Arizona area.
AC Hotel Marriott Tucson Downtown:
Experience the soul of the city all within steps of the Film Fest Tucson action. You will enjoy the beautiful and modern AC Hotel Marriott Tucson Downtown, with curated guest rooms that overlook the city and mountainscape. The lobby is unmatched, and the AC Lounge offers craft beers and unique spirits.
The iconic 1930 Arizona Inn has long been Tucson’s most iconic hideaway and has hosted Hollywood celebs for the past 90 years. The Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a beloved location for visiting for a meal or for an overnight stay.
