Tucson
The Saddle

The Saddle

Eat Local in Tucson

4.4 109 Google reviews$20–30

+1 520 849 56 71820 E University Blvd, Tucson, Arizona 85719 · West University

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820 E University Blvd, Tucson, Arizona 85719

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About

The Saddle is a country-style bar and grill in Tucson near the University of Arizona, serving great food, strong drinks, and a high-energy college-town atmosphere. Whether you’re stopping in for a casual dinner, catching a big game, or planning a night out, we welcome walk-ins and reservations to make it easy to join us. Not dining in? We also offer food delivery through major delivery platforms and convenient meal-prepped options for busy days. Our scratch-made menu features flame-grilled steaks, bold burgers, hearty sandwiches, fresh salads, and Southwest-inspired favorites. Pair your meal with an ice-cold beer, a craft cocktail, or one of our signature shots, and see why locals, students, and visitors choose us.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Hours

Wednesday
2 PM to 1 AM
Thursday
11 AM to 2 AM
Friday
11 AM to 2 AM
Saturday
10 AM to 2 AM
Sunday
10 AM to 10 PM
Monday
2 to 10 PM
Tuesday
2 PM to 1 AM

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