El Charro Cafe
Historic Tucson Experience Since 1922
The Vibe
Oldest Mexican restaurant in the US, run by the same family since 1922. Tourist-friendly but authentic. A true Tucson institution with traditional Sonoran cuisine.
Kids Menu (Ninos)
All kids meals served with rice, beans, or fruit. Fries add $1.
- Grilled Cheese Torta - $3.95 (Mexican-style grilled cheese)
- Cheese Quesadilla
- Beef Taco - $3.95
- Ground Beef Nachos - $3.95
- Bean Burro with Cheese - $3.95
- Chicken Nuggets
- Chicken Tenders
Kids Eat FREE!
Kids under 12 eat FREE all day Monday-Wednesday! One of the best family deals in Tucson. Birthday fiesta packages also available.
Source: Macaroni Kid
For Adults
- Traditional Sonoran cuisine
- Allegedly invented the chimichanga
- Carne seca (dried beef, a specialty)
- Authentic family recipes passed down for generations
Essential Details
| Locations: |
311 N Court Ave (Downtown Original) 6910 E Sunrise Dr (Ventana) 7725 N Oracle Rd (Oro Valley) |
| Hours: | 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM daily (all locations) |
| Distance from Rillito: | Downtown: ~5 miles, 12 min |
| Health Score: | Excellent (Oro Valley location) |
| Ratings: | Google 4.3/5 | Restaurant Guru 4.1/5 (15,648 reviews) | TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice (Top 10%) |
| Picky Eater Rating: | MODERATE - Has grilled cheese torta and quesadillas, fries available |