Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Tucson, Arizona

Michael C.

carne asada fajita came out sizzling and the ingredients were incredibly fresh like picked off the farm. surprised us both, and the watermelon marg was refreshing for summer if you want something not too sweet

Sean F.

Freindly service and good food. Recommend it at least once. I ordered the Carne asada burrito and can say. It beats the regular burro you get at the fast food chains. Flavor wise 😋 tastey!. Photos included.

I M.

My chicken tortilla soup was probably the worst I ever had. The margaritas are bomb and service was awesome. Will be back but I will try something different

Havasu D.

Great tasting creative food. We had the Cheese crisp ROASTED POBLANO CHILE & TOMATO. Not a classic quesadilla in the regular sense. A thin flat tortilla, crispy near the edges, sliced like pizza and delicious. They should get the whole tortilla to that crispy outside in my opinion.

The salsa was thick, spicy and delicious, had them keep bringing more. The chips and tortillas used were fresh and must have been locally made.

The margaritas were very good and they used white and black salt, very unique. I had the Dodge Cadillac margarita $17 but wife got her regular for $8 on the happy hour price.

I had the BRAISED SHORT RIB "MACHACA" tacos. Unbelievable flavor. It came with rice and I selected black beans. The rice was amazing, think risotto with cheese, Yum.

The wife ordered from the happy hour menu CHICKEN PASTOR and SLOW COOKED BBQ PORK tacos. I tried a taste, creative approach with pineapple in the chicken both also very flavorful. Wish I could have all three!

I read the reviews before we went, pretty lacking in details of what was good and for those who said food was bland, what the heck did you order?

Service was a little slow but all the servers and wait staff were super nice and friendly; just young. As others commented, the music is too loud very difficult to hear my wife and she put in vibe ear plugs. You see that in so many reviews and I know restaurants do it because it makes people eat and leave, but do you really have that problem?

Last my wife was thrilled by the art on the north wall opposite the entrance. Such intricate, complex and creative work. She thoroughly enjoyed taking it in while dining.

Lizzo

Went on a Saturday and it was a busy day. Staff was clear with the wait time, and since it’s “in” the shopping area the wait time flew by.

We sat outside, and it was so great. Ambiance/atmosphere was great. Inside did look good as well, but the sun was shining.

Food wise, even though it was busy everything came out quickly. We had an app +entrees. Side note, the chips are very good!!! They’re thicker and not greasy tasting. The salsa has a little bit of kick to it, so if you’re sensitive to spice I’d pass.

The entrees were great, and had lots of great flavor. Tacos are big for getting two, and the sides are pretty large portions. AND the back of house team takes food allergies and cross contamination seriously. I didn’t feel worried at all after talking to my server. Really that consideration would be the biggest reason I’d go back again.

Beverages we stuck to a simple green tea hibiscus lemonade, so refreshing!

CK O.

Generous chips & salsa, fresh and flavorful guacamole, heaping portions and delightful service with a smile.

Sarah M.

Went for a happy hour/dinner and was blown away by the flavors! Everything was very fresh and beautifully prepared. I ordered the poblano cheese crisp, chicken taco and pulled pork tacos off the happy hour menu and was very impressed. My husband ordered the braised short rib machaca tacos and they were excellent too. His came with rice and beans which was the real surprise - the rice was more of a risotto and the black beans were perfectly cooked! Simply divine!

Alyse C.

I always take a seat at the bar closest to the till. The bartender, often flooded with orders, needs someone not in a rush. The bartender here was attentive, friendly, and suggestive when lightly prompted. Even though I went at lunch hour, on a Sunday, I did not feel any rush or stress in the room. Speaking of room it is 😍 beautiful❤️.The open concept makes for not only a display of their team work and efficiency, but also allows a variety of plants to thrive amongst the guest. All of the staff is friendly not just to the customers but to each other. Front of house was attentive and helpful to the bartender. Back of house was bustling and communicative with the expeditor, who was always happy to see a server. Energy is big for me so I often don't find a place I'd want to dine in at more than once. I will be coming back here.