RESTAURANTS IN DOWNTOWN TUCSON
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Bold, artful, and unmistakably Tucson. Inspired by the Santa Cruz River and the city’s vibrant culinary heritage, St Cruz focuses on locally sourced ingredients and chef-driven creativity, complemented by a curated selection of craft beers, fine wines, and signature cocktails. With a dynamic downtown vibe, this Tucson restaurant is the place to linger.
BREAKFAST 6:30am to 10am Everyday
BRUNCH Saturdays & Sundays 10am to 2pm
LUNCH 11am to 2pm
BAR
4pm to 10pm (Sun–Thurs) and 4pm to 10pm (Fri–Sat)
DINNER 5pm to 9pm (Sun–Thurs) and 5pm to 10pm (Fri–Sat)
DINE AT ST CRUZ
CURATED GATHERINGS
Unforgettable celebrations start here. Bring your vision to life in versatile spaces that embody the sophistication and spirit of Tucson.
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IT'S ALL YOURS
Make it a night to remember with exclusive access to St Cruz—including our private dining room—for a fully tailored, chef-driven experience in the heart of downtown.
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MEET THE CHEF
A Chicago native and graduate of Robert Morris University’s Culinary School, Chef Jonathan Whittington began his career at acclaimed Chicago restaurants including Mon Ami Gabi and The Chicago Club. In 2012, he moved to Portland to join the team at Portland City Grill, later expanding his expertise into business and HR roles after relocating to Arizona. He returned to the kitchen at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort and Flora’s Market. Now at St Cruz Restaurant, he brings his passion for global flavors and classic French technique to Tucson’s vibrant dining scene.
HAPPY HOUR
From classic cocktails with a modern twist to innovative Southwest-inspired creations, the best stories start at the bar at St Cruz. 4–6pm daily.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Drop in and catch a vibe. St Cruz is Tucson’s go-to spot for live music, seasonal wine and beer tastings, wine dinners, paint & sips, and more.
Join us for our monthly wine dinners at St Cruz and special menus through the year.
MENUS
- BREAKFAST
- LUNCH
- DINNER
- BAR
YOGURTS
Greek yogurt | Mexican vanilla | house pepita granola | local honey
Greek yogurt | prickly pear purée | house pepita granola | local honey
EGGS
two eggs any style | seasoned potatoes | bacon, sausage, black forest ham or beef chorizo | toast or English muffin
ADD smoked salmon 3
three egg omelet | seasoned potatoes or petite salad
Select three fillings:
tomato | spinach | mushroom | bell pepper | jalapeño cheddar | pepper jack | Mexican manchego | f eta | queso fresco | beef chorizo | black forest ham | bacon | pork sausage |
ADD smoked salmon 3
ESSENTIALS
Texas toast | cinnamon custard | fresh berries | vanilla crema | maple syrup | powdered sugar
buttermilk pancakes | sweet 3 milks | cocoa powder | whipped cream
bell pepper | jalapeño | onion | chive | queso fresco | bacon, sausage, ham or beef chorizo | salsa roja | two eggs | breakfast potatoes or quinoa
English muffin | black forest ham | chipotle hollandaise | chive | seasoned potatoes or petite salad
English muffin | house smoke salmon | chipotle hollandaise | chive | seasoned potatoes or petite salad
hearty eight grain bread | avocado smash | pickled onion | toasted pepitas | queso fresco | seasoned potatoes or petite salad
cheddar biscuit | beef chorizo gravy | two eggs | bacon crumbled
ENHANCEMENTS
eight grain
hearty white
sourdough
English muffin
gluten-free wheat
cheddar biscuit
bacon | 5
sausage link | 5
beef chorizo | 6
black forest ham | 5
egg* | 3
smoked salmon | 7
BEVERAGES
regular or decaf
hazelnut | vanilla | caramel | .50
oat | almondmilk | 1
apple | cranberry | orange
A LITTLE BOOZY
EXECUTIVE CHEF: JONATHAN WHITTINGTON
Arizona Law requires us to inform you the consuming undercooked eggs, meat, and fish may increase the risk of food borne illness.
START
fresh fried tortilla chips | salsa rojo | salsa verde | guacamole
roasted peppers | cucumber | tomato | av ocado | fresno chile
SALADS
romaine hearts | cotija cheese | roasted corn | roasted poblano | garlic crouton | black beans | roasted red peppers | chile lime dressing
ADD chicken 12 | shrimp 18 | steak 17 | king salmon 18
baby romaine | garlic crouton | shaved parmesan | creamy caesar | white anchovie
ADD chicken 12 | shrimp 18 | steak 17 | king salmon 18
smoke braised beet | feta | arugula | blackberry gastrique | olive oil pearls
ADD chicken 12 | shrimp 18 | steak 17 | king salmon 18
BOWLS
sautéed rock shrimp | brown rice or quinoa | diced tomato | roasted poblano | pickled onion | chile lime sauce
diced chicken breast | cilantro lime rice | roasted corn | red pepper | queso fresco | chipotle crema
HANDHELDS
Angus brisket & duroc pork belly | lettuce | onion | heirloom tomato | choice of cheese | toasted brioche bun
chile marinated beef | southwest giardiniera | queso fresco | Italian roll | chile beef jus
toasted white bread | avocado | smoked bacon | heirloom tomato | shredded lettuce | chipotle mayo
sourdough | extra sharp white cheddar | Mexican manchego | parmesan | fresno chile | shaved onion | tomato jam
house black bean patty | crispy onion | r oasted jalapeño | cheddar | bbq sauce
all handhelds accompanied with house cut fries or petite salad
STREET TACOS
all tacos served with micro cilantro & onion on house pressed mesquite flour tortilla
ENHANCEMENTS
EXECUTIVE CHEF: JONATHAN WHITTINGTON
Arizona Law requires us to inform you the consuming undercooked eggs, meat, and fish may increase the risk of food borne illness.
STARTERS
Chile seared ahi tuna | lime crema | house-infused honey
tiger shrimp | house mole | micro cilantro
braised chicken | black bean | roasted corn | poblano pepper | cotija cheese | fried tortilla strips
jalapeño | achiote rice | queso fresco | salsa verde
roasted peppers | cucumber | tomato | av ocado | fresno chile
mixed greens | pepitas | heirloom tomato | ancho prickly pear vinaigrette
ENTREE SALADS
baby romaine | cotija cheese | roasted corn | roasted poblano | black beans | garlic crouton | roasted red peppers | chile lime vinaigrette
ADD chicken 15 | shrimp 18 | tri tip 17 | king salmon 18
baby romaine | garlic crouton | shaved parmesan | creamy caesar | white anchovie
ADD chicken 15 | shrimp 18 | tri tip 17 | king salmon 18
smoke braised beet | feta | arugula | blackberry gastrique | olive oil pearls
ADD chicken 15 | shrimp 18 | tri tip 17 | king salmon 18
ENTREES
sweet potato gnocchi | roasted tomato | herb butter | garlic green beans
house-smoked airline breast | roasted yukon gold potato | braised carrot | citrus herb jus
tiger shrimp | house noodles |heirloom tomato | green peas | garlic lime butter
boursin whipped potato | grilled asparagus | salsa macha
boursin whipped potato | grilled asparagus | salsa macha
chile beer braised pork | manchego | mesquite masa | street corn relish | salsa verde
roasted poblano | roasted corn | queso fresco | mesquite masa | house mole | street corn relish
SIDE DISHES
DESSERTS
lemon custard | fresh berries | fried mint
cinnamon | turbino sugar | chocolate | caramel | vanilla bean ice cream
key lime cheesecake | red wine berry sauce | toasted meringue
confectioners sugar | raspberry sauce
SINGLE POURS
port pours are 3oz.
FLIGHTS
White Porto | Ruby Porto | 10 Yr Tawny
20 Yr Tawny Porto | 30 Yr Tawny Porto | 40 Yr Tawny Porto
EXECUTIVE CHEF: JONATHAN WHITTINGTON
Arizona Law requires us to inform you the consuming undercooked eggs, meat, and fish may increase the risk of food borne illness.
BAR MENU
roasted tomato salsa | salsa verde | guacamole | fresh tortilla chips
house-cut fries | tajín | cilantro | cotija
mole chicken 3 | braised pork 3 | choice steak 3.5 | seared halibut 3.5
micro cilantro | onion | mesquite tortilla or flour tortilla
seared ahi | house-infused honey | lime crema
sourdough | honey butter | grain mustard butter | sour cherry butter | chile lime butter
serrano ham | genoa salami | Spanish chorizo | artisan cheeses | jams | nuts | toasted crisps
chile & beer braised pork | manchego | corn | black bean | onion | hatch chile | salsa roja
Add: Steak 4 | Shrimp 4 | Chicken 3
angus brisket & duroc pork belly | lettuce | onion | heirloom tomato | cheese | brioche bun
house black bean patty | crispy onion | roasted jalapeno | cheddar | bbq sauce
DOWNTOWN INDULGENCE
