Nook - Tucson

4.8

288 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

2 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Great for brunch
Neighbourhood gem
Healthy

Enjoy exceptional service and a friendly atmosphere at Nook. It's a wonderful spot for enjoying a delicious meal while catching up with old acquaintances over lunch. Nook is located just south of the Prima County Public Library on East Congress Street. It opened in 2015 and has become a trendy eatery that serves up New American cuisine. Owners Nikki and Matt Thompson along with Todd Anderson are fellow Tucsonans who love their community. Local artists have work showcased throughout this contemporary restaurant. Nook also prides itself on serving up locally sourced food. Try the Godfather Benedict with prosciutto, arugula, poached egg hollandaise and balsamic drizzle for breakfast, or come down during lunch for a green corn tamale pie with cabbage salad. It offers take-out service and is open for breakfast and lunch during the week. This restaurant also serves brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(520) 622-6665
Website
http://www.nookdowntown.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Matt Thompson

Location
1 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
Area
Downtown Tucson
Cross Street
Congree and Stone
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Warm Blueberry SconesUS$9.00
butter, house jam
Power ParfaitUS$9.00
overnight coconut oats, chia jam, fruit, granola, agave drizzle
Nickel and Lox PlateUS$13.00
pumpernickel, dill cream cheese, lemon oil, capers fresh lox, red onion, tomato, hard-boiled egg, seeds
Protien Carrot BreadUS$10.00
chilled carrot bread, peanut butter, sliced bananas, granola, agave

Specialties

BCLM*US$13.00
bacon cheeseburger loco moco, white rice, American cheese, beef patty, brown gravy, bacon, scallions, 2 eggs
Burrito*US$13.00
potatoes, fried eggs, cheese, green chili + onions, pico de gallo, ranchero sauce, jalapeno creme, cotija cheese
Breakfast Tamale Pie*US$13.00
house-made corn masa, fire roasted chilis + cheese, ranchero sauce, salsa, eggs
Hanger Steak and Eggs*US$15.00
Az local beef, red smoked chimichurri, smashed hash, eggs
Pulled Pork Chilaquiles*US$13.00
house made chips, salsa verde, pico, cotija cheese, jalapeño creme, 2 eggs
Shakshuka Benedict*US$13.00
crispy chickpea cake, spinach, eggs, spiced tomato, hollandaise
The Godfather Benedict*US$13.00
crumpet, prosciutto, arugula, eggs, hollandaise, balsamic drizzle
The Bahn Mi Benedict*US$13.00
crumpet, braised pork belly, bahn mi dressed salad, poached egg, hollandaise, chili crunch
Breakfast Nook*US$13.00
2 eggs, bacon, hash or griddlecakes

Greenery

Asian Chopped Salad*US$10.00
greens, cabbage, bell pepper, cucumber, broccoli, crispy rice, carrots, sesame dressing
Nourish BowlUS$12.00
falafal, avocado, hard-boiled egg, 24 hour tomato, cucumber, goat cheese, seeds, buttermilk dressed greens
Kale Miso SaladUS$10.00
Kale, roasted broccoli, almonds, candied ginger, roasted salmon, sesame seeds, miso dressing
Caesar SaladUS$10.00
greens, kale, radish, fresh cornbread croutons, cherry tomatoes, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette

Folded Eggs

served with smashed hash

Ham and CheeseUS$12.00
Jalapeno, Scallion, Bacon, CheeseUS$12.00
Spinach, Tomato, Roasted GarlicUS$12.00

And

Toast and JamUS$2.50
EggUS$2.00
Little GriddleUS$5.00
BaconUS$3.00
FruitUS$5.00
HashUS$5.00
FriesUS$5.00
Cottage CheeseUS$3.00
Side SaladUS$3.00
AvocadoUS$1.50

Handheld

served with hand-cut fries, smashed hash or side salad

Bacon, Egg and Cheese*US$12.00
cheesy bun, chipotle mayo, arugula, over-medium egg
Tuna Salad Sandwich
white albacore tuna, hard-boiled egg, sweet relish, mayo, tomato, greens, white bread
- ColdUS$11.00
Hot-Link Breakfast Sandwich*US$12.00
mayo, avocado, cherry peppers, cheddar, over-medium egg, on a bun
All-American Burger*US$14.00
American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, nook's special sauce
French Onion Burger*US$14.00
arugula, roasted garlic dijonaise, carmelized stewed onions, herbed cheese blend
The TucsonUS$14.00
chili chicken patty, green chilis + onions, tomato, lettuce, burnt cheese, chipotle mayo

Something Sweet

GriddlecakesUS$11.00
Cinnamon Roll GriddlecakesUS$12.00
brown sugar swirl, cream cheese frosting
Chocolate GriddlecakesUS$11.50
chocolate chips
Banana GriddlecakesUS$11.50
smashed fresh bananas

Drinks

On Fountain

Pepsi
Diet Pepsi
Mist twist
Dr. Pepper
Lemonade

Iced Tea

Iced TeaUS$3.00

Juice & Milk

Fresh Squeezed Orange JuiceUS$4.00
Cranberry JuiceUS$3.00
Grapefruit JuiceUS$3.00
MilkUS$2.50
Chocolate MilkUS$2.75

Locally Roasted & Fresh Brewed

add almond or oat milk +$0.50

EXO Drip CoffeeUS$4.00
Toddy Cold BrewUS$4.00

Hot & Cold Espresso Drinks

all espresso drinks are pulled double add vanilla, hazelnut, or caramel +$0.50

EspressoUS$3.00
AmericanoUS$3.00
LatteUS$4.00
CappuccinoUS$3.50
Caffe MochaUS$4.50

Specialty Drinks

Maya Chai Tea LatteUS$4.50
Hot TeaUS$3.00
Hot ChocolateUS$3.50

What 288 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Tucson
Best Value
Tucson
Great for brunch
Tucson
Good for groups
Tucson
Healthy
Tucson
Contemporary American
Tucson
Best Overall
Tucson
Best Value
Tucson
Great for brunch
Tucson
Good for groups
Tucson
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nook in Tucson is a delightful brunch destination renowned for its "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Diners rave about the "generous portions" and "high quality ingredients" without breaking the bank. Despite occasional slow service, the "friendly staff" and cozy atmosphere make it a "tucked away gem" worth revisiting.

288 Reviews

D
Dave
Tucson
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been here many times. Simply a very inviting setting from the owners to the employees always welcoming. Not your usual menu which differentiates it from your usual breakfast/lunch. Pancake s? Yes. Burgers? Yes, but so much more.
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Martin
Cleveland
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Stayed downtown Tucson and was looking for a more affordable breakfast alternative that the Leo Kent. Nook came up, so we gave it a shot and were not disappointed. Terrific food and service. Fresh and cooked to order. Highly and heartily recommended.
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Edward
New York City
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were seated within 3 min of our reservation. The food comes out slowly, however it is excellent.
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Terry Ann
Phoenix
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were in Tucson and took our grandson and his girlfriend for brunch at the Nook. It was just the four of us. We had a reservation and got seated immediately. My husband and I had trouble deciding, everything on the menu sounded fabulous, so making a decision was tough. My husband ordered the cinnamon griddle cakes and he absolutely loved them. I had the steak and eggs, and brought most of it home for breakfast the next day. The kids ate parfait, breakfast burrito, folded eggs and blueberry scones and specialty coffees. Amazingly, it didn’t break the bank. Large portions and so very good. Our server was great, and everything came to the table just as we ordered it. Parking in the area was easy for us when we went , which was on a Sunday. We look forward to going back.
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Christine
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious breakfast and it was quite reasonably priced by comparison to other brunch offerings in town. The service was exceptional. The staff is kind, friendly and professional. This place has an interesting and scrumptious take on a blueberry scone. Highly recommended!! Will be coming back again .. and again!
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Jenny
Orange County
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good was delicious but cold. 😬 I would still go again.
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Stephanie
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food! Best mimosa. We had ham and cheese folded eggs with smash hash, avocado toast & biscuits and gravy. Hard to decide what to order. Can’t go wrong ordering anything from the menu. Best way to end our final Parents Weekend at the U of A.
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Dave
Tucson
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Per usual. Really nice. We frequent the nook. Always great.
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Nikki
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 22 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our party’s first experience and we will definitely return, and share this tucked away gem with others. The food was delicious, generously portioned, nicely plated, and well priced. The service was pleasant and attentive. This brunch gets five stars!
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Carrie
Tucson
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 15 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food and service were good but unfortunately the outside area was really run down and full of old debris. Not as cute out in the alleyway as I remember.
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FAQs

Nook - Tucson offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 622-6665.

Nook - Tucson is rated 4.8 stars by 288 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

2 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701

Additional information

Cross Street
Congree and Stone
Area
Downtown Tucson
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matt Thompson
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.nookdowntown.com/
Phone number
(520) 622-6665

Nook - Tucson

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

The Lighter Side

Warm Blueberry SconesUS$9.00

Power ParfaitUS$9.00

Nickel and Lox PlateUS$13.00

Protien Carrot BreadUS$10.00

Specialties

BCLM*US$13.00

Burrito*US$13.00

Breakfast Tamale Pie*US$13.00

Hanger Steak and Eggs*US$15.00

Pulled Pork Chilaquiles*US$13.00

Shakshuka Benedict*US$13.00

The Godfather Benedict*US$13.00

The Bahn Mi Benedict*US$13.00

Breakfast Nook*US$13.00

Greenery

Asian Chopped Salad*US$10.00

Nourish BowlUS$12.00

Kale Miso SaladUS$10.00

Caesar SaladUS$10.00

Folded Eggs

Ham and CheeseUS$12.00

Jalapeno, Scallion, Bacon, CheeseUS$12.00

Spinach, Tomato, Roasted GarlicUS$12.00

And

Toast and JamUS$2.50

EggUS$2.00

Little GriddleUS$5.00

BaconUS$3.00

FruitUS$5.00

HashUS$5.00

FriesUS$5.00

Cottage CheeseUS$3.00

Side SaladUS$3.00

AvocadoUS$1.50

Handheld

Bacon, Egg and Cheese*US$12.00

Tuna Salad Sandwich

Hot-Link Breakfast Sandwich*US$12.00

All-American Burger*US$14.00

French Onion Burger*US$14.00

The TucsonUS$14.00

Something Sweet

GriddlecakesUS$11.00

Cinnamon Roll GriddlecakesUS$12.00

Chocolate GriddlecakesUS$11.50

Banana GriddlecakesUS$11.50

Drinks

On Fountain

Pepsi

Diet Pepsi

Mist twist

Dr. Pepper

Lemonade

Iced Tea

Iced TeaUS$3.00

Juice & Milk

Fresh Squeezed Orange JuiceUS$4.00

Cranberry JuiceUS$3.00

Grapefruit JuiceUS$3.00

MilkUS$2.50

Chocolate MilkUS$2.75

Locally Roasted & Fresh Brewed

EXO Drip CoffeeUS$4.00

Toddy Cold BrewUS$4.00

Hot & Cold Espresso Drinks

EspressoUS$3.00

AmericanoUS$3.00

LatteUS$4.00

CappuccinoUS$3.50

Caffe MochaUS$4.50

Specialty Drinks

Maya Chai Tea LatteUS$4.50

Hot TeaUS$3.00

Hot ChocolateUS$3.50

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