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Garden Bistro

The Garden Bistro will remain closed until Tohono Chul is able to open safely. If you would like to be added to our mailing list for updates, please email us at gardenbistro@tohonochul.org. Thank you for your patience and support.

Friday Night Happy Hour is Back!

Starting January 3 | Every Friday from 4 to 8 p.m.

Come join us on Friday nights for Happy Hour featuring discounted libations and mouthwatering culinary delights!

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 Monday – Sunday, with last seating at 4:30 p.m.
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

Garden Bistro Menus

Brunch – Everyday
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Brunch Menu

    • Bennies & Omelets

      Served with I’itoi Onion Smashed Spuds or Seasonal Calabacitas

    • The Original

      15.25

      English Bread, Ham, Three Medium Poached Eggs*

    • Beyond the Border

      15.95

      Red Corn Chorizo Sope, Roasted Chiles, Medium Poached Eggs*, Pico de Gallo, Cilantro Lime Hollandaise

    • Omelet (gf)

      16.25

      SERVED WITH TOAST | CHOOSE UP TO THREE INGREDIENTS
      Bacon · Ham · Chorizo · Chul Sausage · Vegan Sausage · Smoked Salmon · Herb Cream Cheese · Mexican Cheeses · Cheddar · Swiss · Smoked Peppers · Avocado · Roasted Chiles · Onion · Mountain Spinach · Mushrooms · Tomato

      Enchilada style Add 1.5

    • Specialties

    • Chicken & Waffles

      17.75

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

    • Chul Brunchalada

      16.25

      Two Eggs*, Red Corn Chorizo Sope, Mexican Cheeses, Shredded Chicken, Red Chile Sauce, Willcox Beans

    • Chicken Chile Rellano

      19.25

      Chipotle Tomatillo & Red Chile Sauces, Pico de Gallo, Sweet Corn, Chipotle Orange Cremoso, Willcox Charro Beans

    • Grains & Greens

      Sandwiches Served with Spiked Fries, Fresh Fruit & Berries, Soup or Salad. Add 1.5 for Sweet Potato Fries

    • Croissant Sandwich - Full

      17

      Choice of Tuna-Crab Salad, Cactus-Pecan Chicken Salad, or Cage Free Egg Salad

    • Croissant Sandwich - Half

      15.5

      Choice of Tuna-Crab Salad, Cactus-Pecan Chicken Salad, or Cage Free Egg Salad

    • Chul Burger*

      17.5

      Breadsmith Pretzel Roll, Bacon, Cheddar, Tumbleweed Onions, House Chul Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion

    • Quatro Ensaladas

      17.5

      Tuna-Crab, Cactus-Pecan Chicken, Cage Free Egg, Bistro Salad & Breads

    • Seared Salmon* Salad

      18.5

      Monsoon-dusted Salmon, Crispy Wontons, Local Greens, Cucumber, Tomato, Tart Cherries, Pickled Onions, Mandarin Oranges, Sunflower Seeds, Cream Cheese Miso Dressing

    • Graze

      Vegetarian & Vegan

    • Chul Beyond Burger

      17

      Breadsmith Pretzel Roll, Vegan Burger, Roasted Green Chiles, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion

    • Avocado Toast

      13.75

      Avocado, Griddled Whole Grain, Tomato, Smoked Peppers, Yogurt

    • Garden Bistro Hash

      15.5

      Sweet & Gold Potatoes, Vegan Sausage, Tomato, Dried Corn, Mushrooms, Mountain Spinach, Vegan Smoked Pepper Pesto
      Add Fried Egg 2.5

    • Favorites

      Served with Seasonal Calabacitas or Vegan Willcox Beans

    • Dos Rancheros

      16.75

      Two Eggs*, Native Fry Bread, Ranchero & Tomatillo Sauces. Choice of Chorizo, Bacon, Ham, Chul Sausage, Smoked Salmon or Vegan Sausage

    • Griddled Quesadilla

      17.25

      Mexican Cheeses, Roasted Chiles, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Avocado, Arbol Salsa, Choice of Carne Asada, Shredded Chicken, or Seasonal Calabacitas

    • Street Tacos | Choice of Three

      17.75
      • Carne Asada & Jalapeño Orange Cremoso
      • Corona Battered Cod & Crystalized Ginger Aioli
      • Shredded Chicken & Cascabel Sriracha
      • Vegan Calabacitas & Avocado

    • Sides

    • Fresh Baked Scone

      6

    • Fresh Seasonal Fruit (gf)

      6

    • Two Eggs* (gf)

      5

    • Vanilla Yogurt Brulee

      6.5

      Gillespie Farms Granola, Seasonal Berries

    • Toast & Chef's Preserves

      4.25

      Choice of English Bread · Multigrain · Sourdough · Croissant

    • Protein

      5

      Ham · Bacon · Chul Sausage · Chorizo · Vegan Sausage · House-Smoked Salmon

    • I’itoi Onion Smashed Spuds (gf)

      4.5

    • Sweet Potato Fries (gf)

      6

    • Spiked French Fries

      4.5

    • Chef's Soup of the Day

      8

    • Side Salad

      5

    • Vegan Willcox Beans (gf)

      4

    • Squash Calabacitas (gf)

      4

    • Split Plate Charge

      5

      Entrée is served on two plates with sides

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Beverages

Beverage Menu

    • Cocktails

    • Bottomless Prickly Pear Margarita or Mimosa

      14

      *with entree purchase

    • Prickly Pear Margarita

      10

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

    • Prickly Pear Mimosa

      10

      Orange Juice, Prickly Pear Syrup, Sparkling Wine

    • Chul Bloody Mary

      10

      Vodka, Lime, Chul Bloody Mary Mix

    • Sonoran Cucumber Mary

      11

      Cucumber Vodka, Chul Bloody Mary Mix, Spiced Rim

    • Black & Blue Mojito

      11

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

    • Dos Equis Michelada

      10

      Dos Equis Draft, Chul Bloody Mary Mix, Spiced Rim

    • Shaken Daiquiri

      11

      Traditional, Pomegranate, Blackberry, or Peach

    • Spiked Sweet Tea

      9

      Passion Fruit Sweet Tea, Vodka, Sugar Rim

    • Chul Peach Sunrise

      11

      Peach Vodka, Fresh OJ, Maraschino Cherry Syrup

    • Bellini

      10

      Blackberry, Pomegranate, or Peach

    • 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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Desserts

Dessert Menu

    • Dessert

    • Farm to Foodie Seasonal Gelato & Sorbets

      6.5

      Arizona Rocky Road Gelato
      Malted Chocolate Crunch Gelato
      Salted Caramel Dulce de Leche Gelato
      Park Citrus Sorbet

    • Chef's Whim

      8.5
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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