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The Cup Cafe, Tucson, AZ

The Cup Cafe

4.7
4.7
2140 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Recently awarded "Top 100 Neighborhood Gems in America" by OpenTable!

Reservations are highly recommended for dinner due to limited indoor seating and high demand for patio seating.
During breakfast and lunch we do not accept reservations, *EXCEPT* on these holidays: Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

The Cup Café is a downtown Tucson tradition with a reputation for delicious, inspired fare, alive with flavor. A full-service, historic modern bistro, The Cup Café appeals to locals and visitors alike.

Enjoy the variety of The Cup’s all-day menu and the fresh, delectable, and ever-changing daily features. Selections include build-your-own omelets, unique salads, great appetizers, full-course entrees, classic sandwiches, as well as vegan and vegetarian options.

The Cup also proudly features homemade desserts, baked in-house, as well as a comfortable and expansive outdoor patio, full-service bar, unique signature cocktails, and intriguing wine selections.

Thank you!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast & Lunch Daily 8:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (520) 798-1618
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Decker
  • Area
    Downtown Tucson
  • Cross Street
    Congress St. & Toole Ave.
  • Parking details
    Parking across the street at Maynards Kitchen and Bottle Shop is $6 Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Street metered parking is available, and the 5th Street Parking garage located on 5th Street directly across from the Hotel Congress is another option.
  • Public transit
    Just a short walk from tram stops along Congress St. and only about a block from the Ronstadt Transit Center
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment on the patio or in the nearby club on most nights. Reservation Confirmation Message Thank you for choosing The Cup Cafe. We will be happy to hold your reservation for 15 minutes past the requested time. Should your plans change, please let us know. We look forward to serving you.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 2,140 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Tucson

    Best Ambience

  • Tucson

    Best Value

  • Tucson

    Great for brunch

  • Tucson

    Healthy

  • Tucson

    Hot spot

  • Tucson

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tucson

    Contemporary American

  • Tucson

    Best Ambience

  • Tucson

    Best Value

  • Tucson

    Great for brunch

  • Tucson

    Healthy

  • Tucson

    Hot spot

  • Tucson

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tucson

    Lively

  • Tucson

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cup Cafe offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food, service, and ambiance." Guests praise its "charming vibe" and historic setting. Many dishes, like the "magnificent St Louis ribs" and "amazing pesto pasta," receive high marks. Despite occasional service hiccups, the cafe remains a Tucson favorite for its "great atmosphere" and accommodating staff.

2,140 Reviews
  1. Bill

    VIP

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Tucson institution in a beautiful historic hotel. Always great food and great service.

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  2. Kristina

    Tucson

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a lovely time! Our server was absolutely charming. Definitely try one of the Cup’s signature cocktails and their coconut cream pie!

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  3. Stan

    VIP

    Tucson

    40 reviews

    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The Cup Cafe is a good place to dine downtown. The menu is varied with lots of good choices. The food is prepared nicely and promptly, and special instructions (like dressing on the side) are followed. The prices aren’t bad, the wine list is short but good, and it’s near entertainment venues.

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  4. Kate

    New Mexico

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food & drinks were generally good. It was busy and we felt we waited a long time for our food & thennwere a bit rushed. I had a better prior experience, so will give it another try.

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  5. Laura

    Phoenix

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Don’t use the open table app of you want to have an indoor table. 45 degrees outside and “recommended you call the hotel rather than book online to ensure you get the table you want.” We were fine with the heater but it was super frustrating for the little girl at the podium to tell me they tried calling me to confirm in or out because standard seating vs patio on open table doesn’t necessarily mean inside.

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  6. Sharon

    VIP

    Raleigh

    72 reviews

    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had dinner and were able to eat outside. It was quiet and lovely. We didn't need heaters, but they were there in case. We started with the Dillinger side car----a great drink. I had the fish tacos. They were delicious---not quite a main meal for heavier eaters, but I wasn't too hungry so they were perfect. My friend ordered the St Louis ribs. Magnificent! Tasty and meaty.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    2.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Four for dinner. Barrio bread service is 6 pieces of toasted baguette with pesto, EVOO and butter. Not really a bread service. 4 entrees , two very good cocktails, two beers and a Coke. Spaetzle was inedible. Chicken with a pasta dish was shoe leather dry. Told our server, zero attempt at service recovery. $230. Pricey. Will not go back.

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  8. S

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love! Fantastic Christmas dinner! The vibe of the hotel and cafe is charming. Our waiter was attentive and polite. We will be back!

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  9. Victoria

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all around! Food, service and ambiance all impeccable. Warm atmosphere and friendly attentive staff, great decor and wonderful food!! We LOVE!

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  10. Jodi

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the Cup. It always delivers. The sound check for the band was, um, very loud cuz we were outside...

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FAQs

The Cup Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 798-1618.

The Cup Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 2140 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Cup Cafe

311 E. Congress St., Tucson, AZ 85701

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Congress St. & Toole Ave.
  • Area
    Downtown Tucson
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast & Lunch Daily 8:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking across the street at Maynards Kitchen and Bottle Shop is $6 Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Street metered parking is available, and the 5th Street Parking garage located on 5th Street directly across from the Hotel Congress is another option.
  • Public transit
    Just a short walk from tram stops along Congress St. and only about a block from the Ronstadt Transit Center
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Decker
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment on the patio or in the nearby club on most nights. Reservation Confirmation Message Thank you for choosing The Cup Cafe. We will be happy to hold your reservation for 15 minutes past the requested time. Should your plans change, please let us know. We look forward to serving you.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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