ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAV

The sun is creeping out from behind the clouds and 80-degree weather is back in the forecast: springtime is here in Tucson!

For the past few months, we've had to endure the cruel desert winter where we put on our puffer coats and scarfs to face the brutally cold 60-degree weather. But just like that, now the sun’s out and we can wear our tank tops and shorts again!

Nothing says spring like an ice-cold horchata or a plate full of tacos beautifully decorated with a drizzle of crema and vibrant pickled red onions. From creamy lattes to slices of thin New York-style pizza, below are new places that opened around town this winter.

Antojitos

After a few soft openings, Antojitos is finally opening their doors on Friday, March 21. This new downtown spot is the newest addition to the Real Good Concepts family whose other places include , and

Antojitos — which is next door to d, another one of the family's conceptsÌý—Ìýserves all the delicious Mexican street snacks we’ve come to know and love like Sonoran dogs, fresh aguas frescas, loaded Tostitos and mini churros.

The colorful two-story building is also filled with TVs and a jungle gym, perfect for families who might be looking for a place downtown that all ages can enjoy!

Location:

Check out their or read our for more information.

Decibel Coffee Works

For years, Decibel Coffee Works has had long lines flowing out of the pick-up window at their location, with many customers happily waiting in line to get their caffeine fix. Now, they’ve opened a second and bigger location, bringing their delicious lattes to Sol Block on the Sunshine Mile.

At the end of January, Decibel Coffee Works moved into the same plaza that houses local favorites like and . Their new space has all their classic coffee drinks, a few spots to sit and relax in, ice cream and a giant glass case filled with tasty pastries. (Tip: they have great matcha lattes!!)

Location:

Check out their or for more information.

Haute Coffee

As you walk past at , you can’t help but notice its new next-door neighbor. The wavy architecture and clean aesthetic instantly draws you in and before you know it, you’re ordering an iced latte.

The owners of the beloved have opened Haute Coffee, a new coffee spot at the outdoor mall that serves authentic Italian espresso. Lavender matchas, various teas, cortados, lattes and more can all be found on the menu, each coming with a bright-red heart-shaped straw. They also have various pastries and croissants to go with your espresso.

Location:

Check out their for more information.

Humo Cocina Mexicana

There’s nothing better than perfectly plated tacos and Humo Cocina Mexicana knows what it takes to make sure their tacos look and taste like a million bucks. This new north-side Mexican spot serves all the classics: elote, enchiladas, ribeye parrillada and all kinds of tacos and burritos. The spot even has a giant mural inside that depicts two skeletons cheers-ing with shots of tequila.

According to their website, each of their dishes are made with the freshest ingredients to ensure their food transports you to the heart of Mexico with every bite.

Location:

Check out their or for more information.

La Esquina

When you step foot in La Esquina, a new bar located in the historic Iron Horse neighborhood, you won’t feel like you’re in Tucson. You’ll feel like you're enjoying fancy cocktails somewhere in Europe.

The brick building is filled with green plants, art and chandeliers that resemble dandelions. They serve Mediterranean-inspired wine, local and imported beer and cocktails. They even have snacks, like pan con tomate with burrata, to go with your fancy drinks.Ìý

Location:

Check out their for more information.

Back to homepage

Keep reading with a digital access subscription.

NYPD Pizza

New York-style pizza has come to the University of Arizona area! NYPD Pizza opened a second location, bringing along all favorites from their east-side location like slices, whole pies, salads, wings, subs and pasta.

The owner is a former Wildcat and UA football player, bringing his tasty food closer to his old stomping grounds. Scrolling through their Instagram and looking at the pictures of juicy buffalo wings and cheesy pizza will have you instantly craving a slice.

Location:

Check out their or for more information.

Oh My Chicken

After gaining a cult following from their Park Place food court location, Oh My Chicken has finally opened their second location and first brick-and-mortar. This Korean fried chicken spot has customers addicted to their crispy yet juicy chicken, each smothered in your sauce of choice.

Fries, Korean corn dogs and chicken sandwiches are also on the menu here. My favorite has to be their sweet chili chicken tenders — I think I could eat them every single day and never get tired of them.

Location:

Check out their for more information.

Transplant Pizza

This Detroit-style pizzeria known for their thick crust and crispy pepperonis that perfectly curl up has recently opened a second location, taking over the building on River and La Cholla.

The pizzeria, which is owned by the folks behind Serial Grillers, features dishes like their tasty Detroit pizza, chopped cheese sandwiches like the ones seen on the east coast, chicken sandwiches and focaccia bread sandwiches.

Recently, local chef and former partner at The Parish Travis Peters joined the Transplant Pizza team, adding some of his own flair to the menu.

Location:

Check out their or for more information.

Ugly but Honest Pizzeria

Nick Heddings, the man behind and , has added another delicious pizzeria to his list. Ugly but Honest Pizzeria took over the old Wanslee Auto Sales building, paying homage to the iconic Ugly but Honest sign still standing tall outside the dealership.

At this outdoor spot, you can enjoy pizza slices that are bigger than your head. You can also order calzones, wings, garlic knots and salads to go along with your pizza that is anything BUT ugly.Ìý

Location:

Check out their for more information.

UnCork’d Kitchen & Bar

The owners of saw an overflow of customers during their popular happy hours, so they did the obvious thing: they opened a new spot next door.

UnCork’d Kitchen & Bar is The Cork’s gastropub sibling, taking over the former Saddlehorn Saloon space. Owners transformed the country-themed bar into a spot that serves delicious food helmed by head chef Noah Tellez and specialty cocktails. Some of their dishes include truffle tots and the vegan Big Dipper that comes with butternut squash hummus, crispy chickpeas, beet chips and pita.

Location:

Check out their or read the ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAV’s story for more information.

On the horizon

• Vertigo Wines:ÌýCreate and blend your own wine atÌý, which opens Saturday, March 22 at ÌýThe winery comes fromÌýKristel Johnson, who previously owned Isabella's Ice Cream and worked atÌýSand-Reckoner Vineyards.
• Kneller’s Delicatessen: will be moving into , bringing Jewish delicacies like knishes, lox and pastrami to midtown. Jeremy Kneller-Hernandez is hard at working transforming the former carniceria, hoping his new venture will be up and running by summertime.
• Espressoul: This popular is opening their first brick-and-mortar this spring at . Owner Eris Movahedi has taken the city by storm, creating delicious drinks like peanut butter lattes with banana cold foam, iced blueberry matcha lattes that taste like Fruity Pebbles and s'mores lattes topped with fluffy cold foam, crushed graham crackers and a toasted marshmallow.
• Slice and Ice: Ed Iriving, one of the masterminds behind Eegee’s, is coming back to the east side! , which is now on the west side, will be opening a second location in a former Eegee's building at , bringing pizza, Italian heroes and gourmet Italian ice with him.
• Sonoran House/Redbird Scratch Kitchen: This new coffee shop and restaurant are teaming up to take over the empty Flora’s Market Run building at , where the historic Rincon Market was once housed. will be setting up its coffee/tea bar and retail offerings in the dining room space while will be taking over the kitchen.