Jun Dynasty is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

1. Jun Dynasty

8.3
2933 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ
Chinese Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Nathan H.Nathan Hicks: Szechuan peppercorns make Jun Dynasty the most authentic Chinese restaurant in Tucson yet. Try wontons in peppercorn sauce or ma po tofu (ma pao tofu) for the quintessential "numb hot" experience.

Andy B.Andy Bokanev: Amazingly authentic Sichuan food in Tucson.

Atomic P.Atomic Pop: Try the Dumplings in Chili Oil and Dan Dan Noodles

Tanias Flour Tortillas is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

2. Tanias Flour Tortillas

8.6
614 N Grande Ave, Tucson, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

Kevin P.Kevin Phan: Authentic mexican food and tasty agua fresca!

Divya M.Divya Mulanjur: Doesn't look like it from the outside but this place is so great. They have really good, authentic Mexican food and countless varieties to opt from. Very reasonable too.

Tom K.Tom Kaigler: The burros are great and soups are world class. If you have vegan friends, they have green corn tamales and a vegan cazuela (soup) that is amazing (and I'm not even vegan).

Zayna Mediterranean is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

3. Zayna Mediterranean

8.2
1138 N Belvedere Ave, Tucson, AZ
Mediterranean Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

tony D.tony D: This place has the best arabic food in tucson , real authentic taste, I've tried a lot of arabic resturants in tucson , but this is the only place that I can honestly say has the best arabic food

Mark H.Mark Hansen: Authentic inexpensive delicious

eric c.eric crone: The chicken shawarma sandwich is incredible. It's the best I've ever had.

Ikkyu Japanese Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

4. Ikkyu Japanese Restaurant

8.7
2040 W Orange Grove Rd #180, Tucson, AZ
Asian Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Howard B.Howard Berl: Japanese Food, excellent Tuna Volcano, Great Tea and amazingly authentic Japanese Food!!!! Love it as 1 of Tucson, AZ U.S.A. Best Restaurant for authentic Japanese Food!!!2040 W. Orange Grove Road

Caleb B.Caleb Brigman: Try the Akuma, Ginger Pork, Curry or Tonkotsu Ramen.

AlexisAlexis: Ramen served Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays

El Guero Canelo is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

5. El Guero Canelo

8.9
5201 S 12th Ave (at W Utah Ave), Tucson, AZ
Burrito Restaurant · Sunnyside · 42 tips and reviews

Michele T.Michele Thelen: A Tucson original! We always bring out of town guests here for authentic food!

Men's Health MagMen's Health Mag: Incredible, family-recipe Tex-Mex dishes and the best Sonoran hot dogs north of the border. Plus, the occasional live mariachi band. Read more.

DeplaqerDeplaqer: Have the Sonoran Dog. You won't regret it.

Polish Cottage is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

6. Polish Cottage

8.1
4520 E Broadway Blvd (Broadway and Swan), Tucson, AZ
Polish Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

Shannon R.Shannon Rodriguez: Authentic and charming. Great food

Austin T.Austin Teter: Cool little authentic place, get the sample platter, you get a little of everything. Wait staff was very nice even when we showed up 20 min to closing. Try the Lomza, interesting taste, but delicious!

Jay R.Jay Rice: Yummm! Food was amazing, as was the service! Beef pierogi and pork cutlet were to die for. Can't wait to go back. I've been passing the word all day!

El Minuto Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

7. El Minuto Cafe

7.5
354 S Main Ave, Tucson, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 29 tips and reviews

Don F.Don Furr: Food is wonderful. Very authentic. Waitresses not great, but go there for the food. Yum

Kathy V.Kathy Vallee: A great place for authentic Mexican food across the street from the Tucson Convention Center

Monica C.Monica C: This downtown Mexican restaurant has been around for a long time and I can see why. Authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine and friendly service.

Rocco's Little Chicago is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

8. Rocco's Little Chicago

8.5
2707 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ
Pizzeria · Sam Hughes · 34 tips and reviews

Pal A.Pal A: Excellent authentic Chicago style pan pizza

Little JoeLittle Joe: The BEST pizza in Tucson. From Chicago and know my deep dish, this place does it proper. Always great service too.

Victoria R.Victoria Ramirez: 25 cent wing night on Wednesday's!

Graze is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

9. Graze

9.0
2721 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ
Burger Joint · Blenman-Elm · 17 tips and reviews

margaret a.margaret ashton: Delicious melt-in-mouth grass-fed beef burgers! Pay the upcharge, it's worth it!

John B.John Barentine: You want the Sriracha mayo with the fries. And you're welcome.

Nick Q.Nick Quinlan: They have one style of burger, and four sizes. It's all real good.

El Guero Canelo is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

10. El Guero Canelo

8.2
2480 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 55 tips and reviews

National C.National Car Rental: Definitely try a traditional Sonoran dog! What's a Sonoran dog you ask? A hot dog wrapped in bacon - enough said! While you're in the area, head to El Charro for some more authentic Mexican food.

Anjeleke C.Anjeleke Coxkelly: One of the best sonoran dog in the city! Try the carne asada torte, very good as well!

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Try the Sonoran Hot Dog. It's wrapped in bacon and topped with salsa. As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.

Guadalajara Original Grill is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

11. Guadalajara Original Grill

8.2
1220 E Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 76 tips and reviews

m C.m C: Do not order the rice. It is pre-made as if it were from a box mix! Not authentic at all!

Andi R.Andi Radice: We always eat here when in Tucson. Mariachi band and table side homemade salsa. Authentic, reliable food.

denise b.denise bedoy: Gringo food!!! Not authentic at all. The waitress was very nice though.

Prep & Pastry is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

12. Prep & Pastry

8.9
2660 N Campbell Ave (at E Mitchell St), Tucson, AZ
Breakfast Spot · 48 tips and reviews

Tim H.Tim H : The Cast-Iron Duck Confit was amazing. Also if you like bourbon, try the 'Honeymoon Suit' it's delicious.

Dave R.Dave Rodriguez: Great food! The best spot for breakfast in Tucson!

Kevin P.Kevin Phan: Bloody Mary comes with a nice dark beer shooter

Penca is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

13. Penca

7.7
50 E Broadway Blvd (at S. Scott Ave.), Tucson, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · Armory Park · 40 tips and reviews

Eleanore L.Eleanore Leichtenberg: First time here, sat at the bar and had the carnitas tacos. Delicious authentic mexican cuisine brought to Tucson. The mezcal is really good, too. Coming back here, definitely! Try it :)

JoakimJoakim: Authentic Mexican cuisine with a flair, very modernistic environment. Great service. Try the chicharones..

Jacquelynn B.Jacquelynn Buck: Sangria here is eclectic - try red, white and rose (with chile flakes!)

Taquería Juanitos is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

14. Taquería Juanitos

8.4
708 W Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ
Taco Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

GraceGrace: Indeed, the BEST mexican food in Tucson. Very authentic!!

Megan O.Megan Orr: Vegetarian Burritos! There is no lard in the beans, yet they are still out of this world.

Breanne K.Breanne King: Best carne asada

El Charro Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tucson.

15. El Charro Cafe

8.4
311 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · El Presidio · 70 tips and reviews

denise b.denise bedoy: NOT authentic Mexican food, its gringo food. Very disappointing.

Karin K.Karin Klein: Not authentic. Too much lard and why put peas in Spanish rice??

Melissa K.Melissa Kerr: Breakfast selections are hidden on the menu but worth finding and served all day. Try the red chile tamal and the scrambled eggs and green chile! Delicious!