The Lazy Roadrunner & Sleepy Quail Guidebook
Close to the Lazy RR/ Sleepy Quail
Our favorite food & hiking spots super close to the Airbnbs.
Less than a 5 minute drive from the Lazy Roadrunner, we love the Mercado for the restaurants and coffee.
160 locals recommend
Mercado San Augustin
100 South Avenida del ConventoLess than a 5 minute drive from the Lazy Roadrunner, we love the Mercado for the restaurants and coffee.
Great for shopping, food and drinks. Less than 5 minutes from the Lazy Roadrunner.
68 locals recommend
MSA Annex
267 South Avenida del ConventoGreat for shopping, food and drinks. Less than 5 minutes from the Lazy Roadrunner.
We're big fans of the nachos and tacos. Churros are delicious too. Prepare for a line, but it moves quickly!
140 locals recommend
Seis Kitchen
1765 E River RdWe're big fans of the nachos and tacos. Churros are delicious too. Prepare for a line, but it moves quickly!
La Chaiteria
1002 W Congress StDelicious Mexican food - lots of vegan and vegetarian options.
Barista Del Barrio
1002 N Grande AveTasty breakfast burritos
Japanese food (sushi/ ramen) - try the Mt. Fuji bowl! Our fave. Order at the counter and sit anywhere in the MSA Annex.
21 locals recommend
KUKAI
267 South Avenida del ConventoJapanese food (sushi/ ramen) - try the Mt. Fuji bowl! Our fave. Order at the counter and sit anywhere in the MSA Annex.
Los Olivos
937 W Congress StTasty pizza - easy takeout option
Dolce Pastello
120 South Avenida del ConventoYummy cakes - try the marbled tres leche.
Tumamoc Hill
3 mile out-and-back hiking trail right behind the Airbnbs.
Hiking trails and views of Tucson - right by the Airbnbs.
135 locals recommend
Sentinel Peak Park (“A” Mountain)
1001 Sentinel Peak Rd SHiking trails and views of Tucson - right by the Airbnbs.
Westbound
267 South Avenida del ConventoDrinks at annex
eegee's
Lemon eegees are our fave!
Dragoon Brewing Company
1859 W Grant RdOne of our faves!
Sightseeing
2 entrances - East and West. Both have amazing driving loops and hiking options.
320 locals recommend
Saguaro National Park
2 entrances - East and West. Both have amazing driving loops and hiking options.
Painted Hills Trailhead
3590 W Anklam RdBeautiful trails, close to the Airbnbs
Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N Alvernon WayBeautiful botanical gardens in midtown.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 N Kinney RdBotanical gardens, zoo/ aquarium
Mission San Xavier del Bac
1950 W San Xavier RdBeautiful, historic mission
Mount Lemmon
Sabino Canyon
Greasewood Park
Sweetwater Wetlands Park
2511 West Sweetwater DriveGreat birding!
Some of Southern Arizona's most famous birding. Look for the Elegant Trogon!
Madera Canyon, Arizona 85629, USA
Some of Southern Arizona's most famous birding. Look for the Elegant Trogon!
Food scene
Prep & Pastry
2660 N Campbell AveDelicious breakfast - try the donut and cinnamon roll!
Great for lunch or if you want to shop at a specialty grocer. Great dessert case.
57 locals recommend
Flora's Market Run
2513 E 6th StGreat for lunch or if you want to shop at a specialty grocer. Great dessert case.
BEST pasta in Tucson. Lunch counter Thurs - Sun only. Amazing soft-serve gelato and coffee too. Closed in the summer, but try Noodies (sister restaurant) open all year!
11 locals recommend
CERES Pasta
77 West Washington StreetBEST pasta in Tucson. Lunch counter Thurs - Sun only. Amazing soft-serve gelato and coffee too. Closed in the summer, but try Noodies (sister restaurant) open all year!
Taquería Juanitos
708 W Grant RdSimple Mexican food - and $1 CHURROS!
The birria is fantastic. They specialize in birria ramen (but only 2x a week!)
14 locals recommend
Rollies Mexican Patio
4573 S 12th AveThe birria is fantastic. They specialize in birria ramen (but only 2x a week!)
Falora Pizza
3000 E Broadway BlvdOur favorite wood-fired pizza in Tucson.
Ruiz Hot Dogs Los Chipilones
1140 S 6th AveSonoran dogs are a must when in Tucson!
Several locations. Also will deliver via doordash. Sandwiches/ salads.
91 locals recommend
Beyond Bread
3026 N Campbell AveSeveral locations. Also will deliver via doordash. Sandwiches/ salads.
Noodies
1730 East Speedway BoulevardNoodies is Ceres’ sister restaurant.
Brunch is great. Live music some evenings.
101 locals recommend
LaCo Tucson | Outdoor Downtown Tucson Restaurant
76 N Court AveBrunch is great. Live music some evenings.
Flower Child
Lots of great healthy options
The Coronet
198 W Cushing StRestaurant + outdoor patio (drinks + cafe)
Penelope Pizza
Wood Fired Pizza - Downtown (inside the Cartel Coffee)
Barrio Bread
18 S Eastbourne AveJames Beard award winning baker!
Jaime's Pizza Kitchen
Great pizza! We love the Papa’s pizza.
Breweries & other watering holes
Motosonora Brewing Co
1015 S Park AvePueblo Vida Brewing Company
115 E Broadway BlvdSeveral bars, music venues, etc. in this historic downtown Tucson hotel.
232 locals recommend
Hotel Congress
311 E Congress StSeveral bars, music venues, etc. in this historic downtown Tucson hotel.
Neighborhoods
Barrio Viejo
Beautiful neighborhood filled with historic colorful homes
Favorite shops
Pop Cycle
422 N 4th AveFunky boutique
Petroglyphs - A Tucson Emporium
Mast
100 South Avenida del ConventoIn the Mercado San Agustin
Old Town Artisans
201 N Court AveLocal art, records, and more
El Be Goods
160 E Congress StCute boutique in the Mercado District.
Wooden Tooth Records
426 E 7th StOur favorite record store in Tucson
Entertainment
The Loft Cinema
3233 E Speedway BlvdRetro movie theater - plays old and new films
Golf N' Stuff
6503 E Tanque Verde RdMini golf fun for the whole family!