Authentic Mexican food isn’t hard to find here in Arizona, but that doesn’t mean we’ll stop shouting out restaurants worthy of recognition. Guadalajara Original Grill in Tucson serves up mouthwatering food and drinks, including homemade tortillas and tableside salsa. There’s even a mariachi band!

Since 2002, Guadalajara Original Grill has been serving up both classic and innovative Mexican dishes that quickly turn first-time patrons into regular customers.

TripAdvisor/Jo F. A vibrant, yet homey atmosphere and delicious eats make this unassuming eatery a Tucson institution.

Your spirit will enliven at the sight of colorful decor filling every inch of the space.

TripAdvisor/91paulkat Traditional papel picado hangs from the ceiling, original artwork covers the walls, and a general sense of cultural vibrancy permeates the dining room.

For dinner guests, enjoy fresh salsa made right next to your table.

Facebook/Guadalajara Original Grill Nothing quite compares to watching the aromatic herbs, zesty spices, and other staple ingredients come together right before your eyes.

Warm tortilla chips with just the right amount of salt are the perfect dipping utensils.

Google/Rosie Quintero Try to save some room for the main course! (It’s hard, we know.)

For entrees, you’ll find tried-and-true favorites in addition to unique flavor combinations.

Facebook/Guadalajara Original Grill Fajitas, seafood, enchiladas, tamales, and combo plates featuring a little bit of everything are only a few of your many options.

If your stomach isn’t bursting at the seams yet, the dessert selections never cease to amaze.

Facebook/Guadalajara Original Grill We could surely go for this decadent slice of cake right about now.

Many people know Guadalajara for its over-the-top alcoholic beverages.

Facebook/Guadalajara Original Grill Margaritas are the house specialty, but wine, beer, martinis, micheladas, and a variety of cocktails are also available.

As if the restaurant wasn’t authentic enough already, a live mariachi band takes it over the top.

Facebook/Guadalajara Original Grill How’s this for dinner and a show?

Either sit inside or grab a spot on the spacious patio.

Facebook/Guadalajara Original Grill With a cool Arizona evening breeze blowing across your skin, it’s the ideal environment to relax with good food, drinks, service, and company.

Visit the restaurant’s website or Facebook page to learn more.

TripAdvisor/Jo F.

A vibrant, yet homey atmosphere and delicious eats make this unassuming eatery a Tucson institution.

TripAdvisor/91paulkat

Traditional papel picado hangs from the ceiling, original artwork covers the walls, and a general sense of cultural vibrancy permeates the dining room.

Facebook/Guadalajara Original Grill

Nothing quite compares to watching the aromatic herbs, zesty spices, and other staple ingredients come together right before your eyes.

Google/Rosie Quintero

Try to save some room for the main course! (It’s hard, we know.)

Fajitas, seafood, enchiladas, tamales, and combo plates featuring a little bit of everything are only a few of your many options.

We could surely go for this decadent slice of cake right about now.

Margaritas are the house specialty, but wine, beer, martinis, micheladas, and a variety of cocktails are also available.

How’s this for dinner and a show?

With a cool Arizona evening breeze blowing across your skin, it’s the ideal environment to relax with good food, drinks, service, and company.

Have you ever eaten at Guadalajara Original Grill? If so, what was your favorite part of the dining experience — oh, and how was the salsa? Let us know how it went, and check out our previous article for more mouthwatering Mexican food: The Best 23 Miles Of Mexican Food Is The Most Delicious Journey You’ll Take In Arizona.

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Address: 1220 E Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ 85719, USAAddress: 7360 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704, USA