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Vying for the accolades of the University of Arizona's student population keeps the coffee brewers of the city at the top of their game. Many coffee shops serve food and keep long hours to accommodate the college crowd. Cafés in Tucson are unique entities that appeal to a a variety of clientele. The search for the one that best appeals to your tastes may yield more than one result.

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Beyond Bread

Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner at this locally-owned cafe, which offers over 30 varieties of freshly baked bread. You can taste it in a variety of recipes, from sandwiches and salads to soups and …

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Cafe 54

Named after its location on Pennington Street in Downtown Tucson, non-profit Cafe 54 serves an ever-changing lunch menu inspired by the fresh ingredients available during the week. In addition to serving delicious food to Tucsonans, Cafe 54 also serves the community as an employment-training program for individuals with mental …

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Cafe à la C'Art

Cafe à la C'Art is a country-style cafe and bakery located on the grounds of the Tucson Museum of Art. Here you can have a meal surrounded by art or, if you prefer, dine outside in their garden …

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Cafe Desta

Cafe Desta serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine. It is also a great place to get a cup of coffee or tea. All meals are served with injera, the biggest staple food of the …

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Espresso Art Café

Hookah lounge meets coffee bar at this cafe, popular among University of Arizona students because of its proximity to campus, late hours, and delicious food. Espresso Art Café also hosts comedy and music shows, karaoke nights and other kinds of entertaining …

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Coyote Pause Cafe

The menu at Coyote Pause Cafe offers simple, healthy meals with a Southwestern flair. Their breakfast menu, featuring eggs cooked in a variety of ways, is available all day long. It is located in the Cat Mountain Station shopping center near Spencer's …

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Cup Cafe

Known colloquially as "The Cup", Cup Café is located within Hotel Congress. It is open every day of the year and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Happy hour time is from 4 to 6pm Thursday through …

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Claire's Cafe and Art Gallery

Art lovers and breakfast enthusiasts converge at Claire's, a cafe housing original artwork and serving breakfast all day. All of your favorites are represented on the menu here: from pancakes, waffles and omelettes in the morning, to burgers, fries, sandwiches and salads for lunch and …

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Mi Nidito

A favorite stop for celebrities visiting Tucson, Mi Nidito has been serving delicious Mexican food since it opened its doors in 1952. Former U.S. President Bill Clinton and singers Julio and Enrique Iglesias count themselves among the famous customers to have eaten …

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Teresa's Mosaic Cafe

Beautiful handmade mosaic table tops are a highlight of this quaint Mexican cafe. Of course the food isn't anything to sneeze at. Teresa's was featured on an episode of the Food Network's Throwdown! with Bobby Flay, in which they competed against the celebrity chef in the preparation of huevos …

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Epic Cafe

Epic Cafe is a family-owned, environmental-friendly place that brings gourmet coffee to a whole new level. Try a cup with a made-from-scratch bakery item or a …

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Sunny Side Up Cafe

A casual eatery with a classic diner feel, Sunny Side Up offers classic American food. It's a great place to grab breakfast, especially if you wake up early in the morning: they open at …

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