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Garden Bistro

Garden Bistro

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AWARDS & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

GARDEN BISTRO GIFT CARDS

Treat your favorite people to garden vibes and great food. Perfect for birthdays, thank-yous, or just because!

Join us on one of our gorgeous patios or in our charming dining room!

Swing by for brunch and enjoy the incredible flavors of our locally sourced, seasonal dishes in a beautiful garden atmosphere!

Whether you’re looking for lunch with the family or drinks with friends; you’ll be certain to have a fabulous time in the lushness of the Garden Bistro. Located near the entrance of Tohono Chul.

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HOURS

  • Regular Hours: Open Daily | 8 AM – 4 PM
    (September-May)
  • Summer Hours: Open Daily | 8 AM – 2 PM
    (May – August)

The Bistro is closed for the 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

TODAY’S WAITLIST

Dining today? Use the link below to join the waitlist.

Join Today’s Waitlist

This list is for same-day dining only—advance waitlist sign-ups are not available. See below for reservation information.

RESERVATIONS

Planning a visit with a group of six or more? We’d love to help you plan ahead. Call us at 520-742-6455 ext. 3 and we’ll do our best to accommodate your party.

We do not accept reservations for groups of fewer than six guests. To dine today, use the waitlist option above to add your name.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Terruño | Flavors of the Desert

In collaboration with the Tucson City of Gastronomy

Sunday, November 16th
VIP Admission | $160 | 3-7 PM
General Admission | $125 | 4-7 PM

Experience the rich flavors of the Sonoran Desert in Tucson, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy!

Join us for an exclusive culinary celebration set against the stunning backdrop of Tohono Chul’s botanical gardens. Savor expertly paired tastings from local chefs, wineries, and artisans while immersing yourself in Tucson’s vibrant food culture.

Tickets & Info

Tohono Chul UNPLUGGED

Fridays & Saturdays
5 – 8 PM
Garden Bistro
No Admission Fee

Discover a new way to enjoy live music at the Garden Bistro this fall! Tohono Chul UNPLUGGED brings together talented local artists, seasonal dishes, and hand-crafted drinks for an unforgettable evening in our lush desert gardens. Whether you’re winding down after a busy week or connecting with friends over great food and music, this series offers a relaxed, intimate setting to savor the flavors and sounds of Tucson’s creative scene. UNPLUGGED runs from Friday, October 3rd, through Saturday, November 29th.

Music & Menu

Garden Bistro Menus

With quality, freshness, and sustainability in mind, your Garden Bistro chefs source locally when possible.
Menus feature seasonal Sonoran Desert ingredients harvested from the gardens of Tohono Chul and local partners. Enjoy!

Brunch | 8:00am – 4:00pm | Last seating at 4 pm

Brunch Menu

    • Beginnings

      Served with I’itoi Smashed Spuds and Choice of Toast (Brioche, Multigrain, Sourdough, Gluten Free) · Sub Fresh Fruit & Berries for $1.50

    • *Simple Choice

      18.00

      Two Eggs Cooked Your Way with Choice of Protein (Bacon, Chorizo or Vegan Sausage)

    • *Chul Omelet

      20.75

      Roasted Tomato, Mexican Cheese Blend, Diced Poblano, Avocado & Chipotle Aioli

    • *Three Eggs Sonoran Sunrise Frittata

      20.25

      Chorizo, Charred Corn, Roasted Tomatoes, Queso Fresco, Cilantro, Green Onion, & Mexican Crema

    • *Sonoran Eggs Benedict

      21.75

      Toasted English Muffin, Bacon, Roasted Poblano, Two Poached Eggs, Lime Hollandaise & Pico de Gallo

    • Sonorazona Specialties

    • *Blueberry French Toast

      19.00

      Whipped Cream, Creme Anglaise, Dried Blueberries, Maple Syrup, Whipped Butter, Fresh Fruit and Berries

    • *Chicken & Waffle

      24.25

      Crispy Chicken Breast, Blue Corn Waffle, Chiltepin Honey. Served with a Rocket Lettuce Salad with Pickled Onion, Dried Sweet Corn, Roasted Tomatoes, and Mesquite Honey Lime Vinaigrette

    • *Chul Quesadilla

      22.50

      Choice of Pork Carnitas, Red Chile Chicken, or Vegetarian Calabacitas with Mexican Cheeses and Poblano Crema, Served with Artisan Green Salad with Pickled Onion, Dried Sweet Corn, Roasted Tomatoes, and Mesquite Honey Lime Vinaigrette. Served with Charro Beans and Arbol Salsa.

    • *Chul Tacos

      22.00

      Choice of Corn or Flour Tortillas. Choice of Marinated Shrimp, Red Chile Chicken or Pork Carnitas with Dried Corn, Avocado Crema, Pickled Onion, Shredded Cabbage, Cilantro, Green Onion, Cotija Cheese, and Sliced Radish. Served with Charro Beans and Arbol Salsa.

    • *Dos Rancheros

      21.75

      Two Eggs, Native Fry Bread, I’itoi Smashed Spuds, Mexican Cheese, Roasted Tomatillo Ranchero Sauce, and Blue Corn Tortilla Strips. Served with your choice of Bacon, Pork Carnitas, Red Chile Chicken, Chorizo, or Vegan Sausage.

    • *Garden Bistro Skillet

      20.75

      I’itoi Smashed Spuds, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Caramelized Onions, Sun Dried Corn, Charred Chilies, Fresh Cilantro, Green Onion, Park Citrus Zest, and Chipotle Aioli. Choose your Eggs as well as Bacon, Chorizo or Vegan Sausage.

    • Avocado Toast

      16.75

      Grilled Ciabatta, Sliced Avocado, Roasted Tomato, Shaved Radish, and Local Micro Greens, Served with Artisan Green Salad with Pickled Onion, Dried Sweet Corn, Roasted Tomatoes, and Mesquite Honey Lime Vinaigrette

    • Vegan Blue Corn Tamales

      23.00

      Squash, Sweet Corn, Hatch Green Chilies, Tomatoes and Cheese, Chipotle Crema, Crunchy Blue Corn Tortilla Strips and Our Signature Vegan Charro Beans

    • Chul Salads

      Add Herb Marinated Shrimp | $6  · Red Chile Chicken | $4.5 ·  Pork Carnitas | $5.5

    • Heritage Garden Salad

      21.00

      Artisan Greens, Native Tepary Beans, Pima Club Wheat Berries, Seasonal Squashes, Charred Corn, Roasted Tomatoes, Sweet Potatoes, served with a Pepita Studded Mesquite Cracker Dressed in Pomegranate Vinaigrette

    • Sonoran Beet Salad

      19.95

      Arugula, Chile Pickled Beets, Chile Dusted Pecans, Roasted Nopales, Queso Fresco, Orange Segments, and Raspberry Vinaigrette

    • Hand Held Favorites

      Served with House Pickle Chips and Spiced Fries • Sub Fresh Fruit & Berries for $1.5

    • *Chul BLT

      21.25

      Grilled Ciabatta, Hardwood Smoked Bacon, Heritage Greens, Avocado, Sliced Tomato, & House Aioli

    • *Half Pound Chul Double Bacon Smoked Cheddar Burger

      21.50

      Seared Medium, Served on a Butter Toasted Brioche Bun with Bacon Tomato Jam, Smoked Cheddar, Crispy Cascabel Chile Spiced Tumbleweed Onions, and Chul Sauce

    • *Tohono Pulled Pork Sandwich

      19.25

      Chipotle Prickly Pear BBQ Pork, Toasted Brioche Bun with Hatch Chiles and Crispy Cascabel Chile Spiced Tumbleweed Onions

    • Botanical Beyond Burger

      23.00

      Grilled Ciabatta, Avocado, Crispy Cascabel Chile Spiced Tumbleweed Onions, and Chipotle Aioli

    • Prickly Pear Chicken Salad Croissant

      20.95

      Tart Dried Cherries, Toasted Local Pecans, Prickly Pear Dressing, Rocket Lettuce, and Tomato

    • Sides

    • *Protein

      6.25

      Bacon · Chorizo · Vegan Sausage · Pork Carnitas

    • *Two Eggs (gf)

      5.00

    • Chef's Soup of the Day

      8.00

    • Fresh Baked Scone Sampler

      9.00

      Served with Butter and Chefs Preserves

    • Fresh Seasonal Fruit (gf)

      7.00

    • I’itoi Onion Smashed Spuds

      5.50

    • Side Salad

      6.00

    • Split Plate Charge

      6.00

      Entrée is served on two plates with sides

    • Toast & Chef's Preserves

      4.25

      Choice of Brioche · Multigrain · Sourdough Croissant · English Muffin

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition.

Beverages

Beverage Menu

    • Garden Bistro Libations

    • Featured Local Wine By The Glass

      15.00

    • Bottomless Prickly Pear Mimosa

      21.50

      *with entree purchase

    • Bistro Red and White Wine

      11.00

    • Local Rotating Draft Handles

      MP

    • Chul Draft Flight

      11.00

      Choice of three

    • Prickly Pear Margarita

      15.00

      Tequila, Organic Prickly Pear Juice, Lime Juice

    • Margarita Flight

      16.00

      Classic, Tamarindo Paloma, & Prickly Pear

    • Prickly Pear Mimosa

      14.00

      Sparkling Wine, Organic Prickly Pear Juice, Orange Juice

    • Tamarindo Paloma

      14.50

      Tequila, Tamarindo, Ruby Grapefruit Juice, Lime Juice, Honey Spiced Rim

    • Chul Sunrise

      14.00

      Burnett’s Peach Vodka, Fresh OJ, Maraschino Cherry Syrup

    • Aperol Spritz

      14.00

      Aperol Apertivo, Prosecco, Sparkling Water

    • Chul Bloody Mary

      14.50

      House Vodka, Lime, Chul Bloody Mary Mix, Spiced Rim

    • Cucumber Bloody Mary

      14.50

      Effen Cucumber Vodka, Chul Bloody Mary Mix, Salt Rim

    • Non-Alcohol

    • Prickly Pear Lemonade

      5.25

    • Maya Iced Tea

      4.50

    • Soda

      4.50

    • Arbuckle Coffee

      3.95

    • Cold Brew

      4.95

    • Traditional Or Plant-Based Horchata

      5.25

    • Matcha Horchata

      5.50

    • Iced Chai

      5.25

    • Iced Matcha

      6.00

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 Garden Bistro at Tohono Chul is proudly managed by Patrick and Rose Fahey and Jason and Kendell Hartenbach—local culinary professionals who also operate Mobile Bistro Healthcare Food Service and Edge Catering. With deep roots in the Tucson community, their team brings thoughtful hospitality and fresh, seasonal flavors to every table.

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