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El Minuto Cafe
354 S Main Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
+1 520 882 4145
site: El Minuto Cafe
#92 of 186 restaurants rated by Real Travelers

More information on El Minuto Cafe

El Minuto, located downtown at the edge of the Barrio Histórico next to El Tiradito shrine, is a meeting ground for both Anglos and Latinos who come for the lively atmosphere and Mexican home cooking. In business since 1936, this establishment is a neighborhood landmark and a prototype that other Mexican restaurants often try to emulate. Cheese crisps (Mexican pizza) are a specialty, and enchiladas, especially carne seca (air-dried beef), are tasty. This is a fun place for people-watching -- you'll find all types, from kids to businessmen in suits. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Total Rooms:

507

Price

Main courses $4.50-$13,I

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Directions

Subway: N, R to 49th St

Area

At 47th St

Parking

Parking $52

Hours

Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm

Pets

Pets up to 40 lb. accepted

Information by Frommers

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