El Minuto Cafe
El Minuto Cafe serves Authentic Sonoran Mexican at 354 S Main Ave, with cheese crisps, carne seca burros, chimichangas, enchiladas and carne asada tacos.
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- Address
- 354 S Main Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
- Phone
- (520) 882-4145
- Website
- elminutotucson.com
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Authentic Sonoran Mexican staples
Authentic Sonoran Mexican cooking frames El Minuto Cafe’s role for lunch, dinner and late night. Cheese crisps, carne seca burros, chimichangas, enchiladas and carne asada tacos give the menu a clear regional center.
Historic standalone building with beer
A historic standalone building, lively room and casual dress suit a quick bite without formal planning. Beer rounds out the visit for diners who want a simple beverage choice.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Minuto Cafe | Authentic Sonoran Mexican | $$ | , | Downtown Tucson |
| Tumerico | Modern Vegan Mexican | $$ | , | Sam Hughes |
| Guadalajara Fiesta Grill | Authentic Mexican Grill | $$ | , | East Side |
| AMELIAS MEXICAN KITCHEN | Contemporary Mexican | $$ | , | East Tucson |
| Penca | Modern Central Mexican | $$ | , | Downtown Tucson |
| Rosa's Mexican Food | Sonoran Mexican | $$ | , | Fort Lowell |
At a Glance
- Classic
- Rustic
- Well Known
- Low Profile Address
- Casual Hangout
- Family
- Group Dining
- After Work
- Historic Building
- Standalone
- Beer Program
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–8 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–3 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Casual, warm family atmosphere in a historic downtown barrio location with friendly staff; described as rustic and unpretentious with homemade touches.