Friends Of The Festival
Friends of the Festival extends the celebration beyond official events and into the neighborhoods, bars, restaurants, and bottle shops that keep Tucson’s agave culture vibrant year-round. Throughout the festival, participating locations across the city will be pouring special cocktails, offering curated agave flights, hosting pop-ups, and featuring limited-time dishes inspired by the spirit of the week. It’s an open invitation to explore, sip, and support the local spots that make this community what it is. Scroll below to see the full list of participating locations and their festival offerings—and let the city guide your next glass.
RESTAURANTS
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Seis Kitchen brings the vibrant flavors of the Sonoran borderlands to life with fresh masa, citrus, chiles, and slow-simmered meats that reflect the everyday traditions of Northern Mexico. In this colorful, casual space, tacos and agave spirits come together to celebrate the shared heritage, stories, and spirit of the desert.
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Margarita Special featuring La Gritona Tequila130 S Avenida del Convento #100, Tucson, AZ 85745
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Sonoran House is a desert-inspired gathering place where regional ingredients, open-fire cooking, and agave spirits come together in a warm, communal setting. Rooted in the flavors and traditions of the Sonoran Desert, the menu celebrates the land’s heritage with vibrant dishes and cocktails that honor the spirit of agave.
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TBD125 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Nana’s Kitchen brings the warmth of a home-cooked Sonoran meal to the table, where time-honored family recipes, handmade tortillas, and slow-simmered flavors reflect generations of desert tradition. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, each comforting dish connects the richness of regional cooking with the cultural roots of agave and the communities that have grown around it.
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TBD8225 N Courtney Page Way, Tucson, AZ 85743
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The Monica offers a lively taste of the borderlands, where vibrant Mexican flavors, handmade tortillas, and bright salsas reflect the everyday traditions of the Sonoran region. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, its welcoming tables and spirited cocktails celebrate the deep cultural roots of agave and the communities that bring it to life.
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TBD40 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Agave House is a spirited tribute to the desert’s most iconic plant, where bold Mexican flavors and an expansive selection of agave spirits come together under one roof. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, it offers a lively setting that honors the traditions, craftsmanship, and cultural roots of tequila, mezcal, and the Sonoran table.
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TBD943 E University Blvd #171, Tucson, AZ 85719
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Juniper offers a refined take on desert-inspired cuisine, where seasonal ingredients and thoughtful cocktails reflect the rhythms and flavors of the Southwest. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, its menu and bar program celebrate the botanical richness of the region, with agave spirits adding depth and character to every gathering.
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TBD222 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Loews Ventana Canyon offers an elevated desert dining experience, where sweeping mountain views and Southwestern-inspired cuisine create a sense of place rooted in the Sonoran landscape. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, its refined dishes and agave cocktails honor the flavors, traditions, and natural beauty of the desert.
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TBD7000 N Resort Dr, Tucson, AZ 85750
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El Poblano brings the rich, comforting flavors of traditional Mexican cooking to the table, with recipes rooted in family traditions and regional heritage. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, its handmade tortillas, vibrant salsas, and classic dishes reflect the deep cultural ties between the Sonoran kitchen and the agave fields beyond.
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Mariscos Chihuahua brings the bright, coastal flavors of northern Mexico to the Sonoran Desert, with fresh seafood dishes layered with citrus, chiles, and time-honored recipes. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, its vibrant plates and refreshing drinks celebrate the cultural crossroads where desert traditions and coastal influences meet.
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TBD1009 N Grande Ave, Tucson, AZ 85745
BARS & BOTTLE SHOPS
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Bar Crisol is a modern expression of Mexican cuisine, where regional flavors, seasonal ingredients, and thoughtful cocktails reflect the richness of the Sonoran landscape. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, its menu and mezcal-forward bar celebrate the depth, diversity, and cultural legacy of agave.
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TBD196 W Simpson St, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Between panels and late-night shows, slip into this neighborhood craft cocktail bar and quintessential neighborhood lounge for classic highballs and signature cocktails.
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TBD139 S Eastbourne Ave, Tucson, AZ 85716
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Tough Luck Club is an underground hideaway where expertly crafted cocktails and a deep respect for agave spirits create an intimate, moody escape. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, each pour highlights the artistry, heritage, and complex flavors born from the desert’s most storied plant.
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TBD101 E Pennington St (basement), Tucson, AZ 85701
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Make this your downtown hub during festival weekend with patio dining by day and Tucson’s favorite rooftop nightclub energy at night.
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TBD278 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
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For an intimate stop between festival highlights, head to this craft cocktail bar focused on culinary-inspired expressions in a beautiful historic setting.
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Agave Flight Special347 S Meyer Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Pair your festival night with the Rialto Theatre’s 7-night-a-week bar, known for creative cocktails plus an expansive beer selection and adventurous wine.
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TBD350 E Congress St #110, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Add something unexpected at this boutique craft mixology lounge blending the essence of Cape Town with Tucson, made for curated cocktails and a cozy toast.
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311 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701WEBSITE
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Batch is a lively gathering place where inventive small plates and craft cocktails showcase the bold, bright flavors of the Southwest. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, its agave-forward drinks and communal energy celebrate the creativity, culture, and shared traditions of the desert.
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TBD118 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Between panels and late-night shows, slip into this neighborhood craft cocktail bar and quintessential neighborhood lounge for classic highballs and signature cocktails.
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TBD30 S Arizona Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Unicorn Zebra blends playful creativity with the bold flavors of the Sonoran Desert, serving vibrant dishes and cocktails that highlight local ingredients and agave traditions. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, it’s a colorful, modern gathering place where food, drink, and desert culture come together in celebration.
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TBD82 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
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Tap & Bottle North and Downtown are welcoming neighborhood bottle shops and taprooms where thoughtfully curated beverages bring the community together. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, their shelves and taps highlight a vibrant selection of agave spirits alongside craft beer and wine, celebrating the diversity and craftsmanship of the desert’s most storied plant.
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TBD403 N 6th Ave #135, Tucson, AZ 85705 (Downtown)
7254 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704 (North)
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Westbound channels the laid-back spirit of the Sonoran borderlands, serving bold, street-inspired flavors and refreshing cocktails in a lively, sun-soaked setting. In the spirit of the Agave Heritage Festival, its vibrant plates and agave-forward drinks celebrate the traditions, tastes, and stories rooted in the desert.
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TBD267 S Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745
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