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Garden Bistro

The Garden Bistro is open!

Join us for brunch daily on one of our gorgeous patios! If you’re in need of refreshment, our beverages satisfy any thirst. Each dish is plated to look as lovely as the gardens surrounding the Bistro and the flavors are amazing, truly! The menu changes seasonally, and even daily, based on what local, organic fresh ingredients are available.

Open for Brunch Wednesday – Sunday | 8am – 3pm

Friday Night Happy Hour | 4pm – 8pm

Closed 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

For parties of 6 or more, reservations are recommended. Call 520.742.6455 x 3

If you would like to be added to our mailing list for updates, please email us at gardenbistro@tohonochul.org

  • Removed and spaced tables
  • Controlled traffic flow
  • Directional and distance signage
  • Sanitizer hand stations 

We have extra masks for guests who don’t have one, just call us and we will run them out to your car!

Garden Bistro Menus

Brunch served Wednesday – Sunday | 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Brunch Menu

    • Omelets & Eggs

      Served with Choice Of Toast & Either I'ltoi Onion Smashed Spuds, Fruit or Willcox Charro Beans

    • Lorraine Omelet

      16.25

      Bacon, Caramelized Onion & Swiss Cheese

    • Chul Omelet

      16.5

      Roasted Tomatoes, Avocado, Mexican Cheese, Poblano & Chipotle Aioli

    • Veggie Omelet

      16.25

      Spinach, Roasted Tomato, Onion & Mushroom

    • The Simple Choice

      13.75

      Two Eggs* Cooked Your Way with Bacon or Vegan Sausage

    • Dos Rancheros

      16.75

      Two Eggs*, Native Fry Bread, Mexican Cheese, Roasted Tomatillo Ranchero Sauce & Choice Of Bacon, Red Chile Chicken or Vegan Sausage

    • Seasonal Fare

    • Chef’s Miniature Pancake Charcuterie

      13.25

      Mini Pancakes with A Plethora Of Chef’s Toppings - Chopped Bacon, Chocolate, Whipped Cream, House Jams, Today’s Nut Butter, Toasted Local Pecans, Maple & Prickly Pear Syrups & Fresh Berries

    • Avocado Toast

      11.95

      Grilled Ciabatta, Fresh Avocado, Roasted Tomatoes, Shaved Radish, Chul Micro Greens & Cracked Pepper with Lemon Oil Kissed Arugula Sandia Salad | Add fried egg 2.5

    • Ricotta Toast

      11.5

      Thick Cut Grilled Brioche, Strawberries, Fig Jam, Toasted Almonds, Chul Micro Greens, Local Honey & Balsamic Glaze with Lemon Oil Kissed Arugula Sandia Salad

    • Monsoon Salmon & Rocket Salad

      18.5

      Seared Salmon Filet, Arugula, Spinach, Toasted Almonds, Ricotta Cheese, Strawberries, Park Radish, Balsamic Glaze, Lemon Oil & Grilled Ciabatta

    • Sandia & Rocket Salad

      14.5

      Arugula, Watermelon, Tart Cherries, Park Radish, Shallots, Avocado, Toasted Pecans, Sweet Corn, Grilled Ciabatta & Mesquite Honey Lime Vinaigrette

    • Sonoran Specialties

    • Chicken Chile Rellano

      19.25

      Red Chile Sauce, Sweet Corn, Cilantro, Chipotle Aioli, Willcox Charro Beans

    • Graze Lunch Bowl

      15

      Vegan Sausage, Spinach, Sweet Corn, Mushrooms, Roasted Tomato, Shallots, I'ltoi Onion Smashed Spuds, Poblano & Vegan Herb Aioli | Add fried egg 2.5

    • Shredded Red Chile Chicken Street Tacos

      17.25

      Mexican Cheeses, Red Cabbage, Spinach, Sweet Dried Corn, Radish, Avocado & House Arbol Salsa, Cilantro Honey Crema and your Choice of Corn or Flour Tortillas served with Willcox Charro Beans

    • Grilled Shrimp Street Tacos

      17.75

      Mexican Cheeses, Red Cabbage, Spinach, Sweet Dried Corn, Radish, Avocado & House Arbol Salsa, Avocado Lime Crema and your Choice of Corn or Flour Tortillas served with Willcox Charro Beans

    • Griddled Quesadilla

      17.25

      Choice of Shredded Red Chile Chicken or Cilantro Avocado Shrimp with Mexican Cheeses, Roasted Chiles, Avocado, Spinach, Red Cabbage, Dried Corn, Arbol Salsa & Willcox Charro Beans

    • Chicken & Blue Corn Waffle

      17.75

      Crispy Chicken Breast, Blue Corn-Green Chile Waffle, Chiltepin-Mesquite Honey, Tajin Watermelon

    • Sandwiches

      Served with Choice of Spiked Fries, Fresh Fruit & Berries or Bistro Salad  |  Add $1.5 For Sweet Fries

    • Beyond Burger

      17.5

      Grilled Ciabatta, Vegan Chipotle Aioli, Avocado, Tumbleweed Onions, Arugula, Pickle & Tomato

    • Chul Burger

      17.5

      ½ Lb Sirloin Burger, Grilled Ciabatta, Chul Sauce, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Tumbleweed Onions, Arugula, Pickle & Tomato

    • Prickly Pear Chicken Croissant

      17

      Tart Cherries, Toasted Local Pecans, Prickly Pear Dressing, Rocket, Tomato & Pickle

    • C.B.L.T. (Chul BLT)

      16.5

      Toasted Croissant, Bacon, Arugula, Tomato, Avocado, Chipotle Aioli & Pickle | Add fried egg 2.5
      hint…hold the bacon and add the egg for a delicious vegetarian sandwich!

    • Sides

    • Chef's Soup of the Day

      8

    • Fresh Baked Scone

      6

    • Fresh Seasonal Fruit (gf)

      6

    • I’itoi Onion Smashed Spuds (gf)

      4.5

    • Protein

      5

      Bacon · Vegan Sausage

    • Side Salad

      5

    • Spiked French Fries

      4.5

    • Split Plate Charge

      5

      Entrée is served on two plates with sides

    • Toast & Chef's Preserves

      4.25

      Choice of Brioche · Multigrain · Sourdough · Croissant

    • Two Eggs* (gf)

      5
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Beverages

Beverage Menu

    • Cocktails

    • Bottomless Prickly Pear Margarita or Mimosa

      14

      *with entree purchase

    • Prickly Pear Margarita or Mimosa

      10

      Sauza Blue Reposado Tequila, Prickly Pear Syrup, Lime and Lemon Juice

    • Shaken Daiquiri

      11

      Traditional, Pomegranate, Blackberry, or Peach

    • Seasonal Mojito

      11

      Raspberry Rum, Fresh Mint, Simple Syrup, Lime, Blackberries, Blueberries, Soda Water

    • Chul Sunrise

      11

      Peach Vodka, Fresh OJ, Maraschino Cherry Syrup

    • Chul Bloody Mary

      10

      Vodka, Lime, Chul Bloody Mary Mix

    • Effen Cucumber Bloody Mary

      11

      Cucumber Vodka, Chul Bloody Mary Mix, Spiced Rim

    • Paloma

      11

    • Beer

    • Bottled Beer

      Coors Light |  5

      Dos Equis Amber |  6

    • Local Draft Pints

      7.5

      Mother Road Tower Station IPA
      Tangerine and Pineapple Aromas, Smooth Pine Finish

      Mud Shark Scorpion Amber
      Crisp, Malty, Full Bodied Ale with a Smooth Finish

      Dos Equis Lager
      Crisp, Refreshing, Light Bodied with a Balanced Finish

      Blue Moon
      Aroma of Light Spices, Wheat and Lemon

      Four Peaks Kilt Lifter
      Full Bodied Ale, Strong Caramel and Roasted Barley Flavors, Malty Sweetness, Smokiness Hint

      Barrio Blonde
      light and Crisp with a Balanced Malt Sweetness

      Dragoon IPA
      Dark Gold, Citrus Hop Aroma, Malty, and Appropriately Bitter

    • Wine

    • Wine by the Glass

      Prosecco or Sparkling Wine | 9
      Bistro Red or White | 9
      Featured White or Red | 11

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Garden Bistro Private Rentals

The Garden Bistro has several fabulous settings for your next special occasion or group gathering. Weddings, Memorials, Bridal and baby showers, luncheons and business meetings can all be accommodated! Private rooms and patios are available (fees may apply).

Inquire Here

The Management

The Tohono Chul Garden Bistro is under the management of Patrick and Rose Fahey and Jason and Kendell Hartenbach. They also operate Flight Grill at the Pima Air & Space Museum, the Mobile Bistro Gourmet Food Truck, and Edge Catering.

We love to hear from our guests! Please contact us with any comments, suggestions or questions!

Contact:

Garden Bistro Management | gardenbistro@tohonochul.org | or (520) 742.6455, ext. 3

John Pratt | Executive Chef | jp@tohonochul.org

Danielle O’Brien | Restaurant Manager | danielleo@tohonochul.org

Art du Jour

William Lesch | Garden Bistro

Art du Jour features artwork by local and regional artists displayed throughout the dinning rooms of the Garden Bistro. The work of longtime Tucson artist, William Lesch is currently featured in the Bistro. Lesch is one of the region’s most recognized artists. He is an extraordinary photographer and a meticulous craftsman. He finds this world a miraculous place, and photography a means to explore it.

Image . William Lesch . Ocotillo Sunset, Summer Thunderstorm . archival pigment print