Monterey Court Cafe
505 W Miracle Mile, Tucson AZ 85705We are a historic motor court first opened in 1938 and repurposed in 2011 into a Restaurant, Bar, Music Venue and Artisan Enclave. Monterey Court Cafe features American comfort food with a focus on local fare. Our menu includes a host of offerings for any palette. 100% Angus burgers, pulled pork, grilled salmon, vegetarian options and even pot pies. Tuesday through Sunday we feature on our courtyard stage music acts and events both local & national, and sometimes even global. From your seats, patrons enjoy not only a great show, but a gourmet menu of dining delights, craft drinks, brews, and wines. Most seats are under cover but all are shaded with cooling mists in the summer and numerous heaters in the chilly months to keep our audience comfortable. We have seating for 245 at tables with another 50 at the bar and scattered throughout the courtyard. Sunday mornings we offer a special brunch menu with musical accompaniment.
***We will try to accommodate all reservation requests, but can offer no guarantee as to where you will be seated.
Reservations
Booking Notes:
Most concerts are held in the climate controlled courtyard. Many tables are covered but all are shaded. The system is set up to give early reservations the seats nearest the stage. After the 1st 125- 150 reservations the system will give you a table directly north of the stage. The sound experience here is exactly the same as facing the stage, but you will be looking at the back of the performers. If you have a preference as to where you would like to sit, please leave that in the notes section.
Business Info
- Address: 505 W Miracle Mile, Tucson AZ 85705
- Cross Street: N 14th Ave
- Cuisine: American | Contemporary | Desserts | Hamburger | New American | Seafood | Vegetarian |
- Cost: | Very Inexpensive
- Category: Event Venue
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Recommended
- Dress Code: Casual
- Meals Served: Brunch | Lunch | Dinner |
- Parking: Street | Private Lot |
- Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover | Cash | Debit |
- Corkage Fee: N/A
- Website: http://www.montereycourtaz.com
- Phone: (520) 207-2429
- Features: Full Bar, Sunday Brunch, Catering Services, Live Entertainment, Organic Ingredients, Outdoor Seating, Takeout Available, Winning Wine List, Working Fireplace, Happy Hours, Healthy Options, Free Wi-Fi, Gay / Lesbian,
- Occasion: Child Friendly, Romantic Dining, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, People Watching, Quiet Conversation, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Dog Friendly, Quick Bite, Trendy / Hip, Celebrity Spotting, Date Night,
Events & Special Hours
- Jimmy Carpenter Band
- March 24, 2023 Dinner 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- Brunch
- March 26, 2023 Brunch 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- PD Ronstadt & the Company
- March 26, 2023 Dinner 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Christine Santelli/Heather Hardy & Lil Mama Band
- March 31, 2023 Dinner 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Shell Shock
- April 1, 2023 Dinner 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Craig Green Band w/ Los Jones
- April 7, 2023 Dinner 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Baba Marimba
- April 8, 2023 Dinner 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- The Brothers Reed
- April 14, 2023 Dinner 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Little House of Funk
- April 15, 2023 Dinner 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Carnivaleros
- April 21, 2023 Dinner 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- Closed - Courtyard Seating for Dining & Music
- Tuesday
- All Day - Courtyard Seating for Dining & Music 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Wednesday
- All Day - Courtyard Seating for Dining & Music 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Thursday
- All Day - Courtyard Seating for Dining & Music 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- Friday
- All Day - Courtyard Seating for Dining & Music 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- Saturday
- All Day - Courtyard Seating for Dining & Music 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- Sunday
- All Day - Courtyard Seating for Dining & Music 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
F.A.Q.s
Frequently Asked Questions- Do you allow outside food or drinks?
- Our policy has changed. We no longer allow outside food or drink to be brought into our restaurant including the courtyard. This includes birthday confections. We will be happy to prepare a cake or confection for your event here with at least 3 days notice however. And as always, anyone requesting a dessert on their birthday is offered a complimentary one from our regular offerings.
- Do you allow dogs in the courtyard?
- Yes we do as long as they are on a leash and always under the control of their owners. Seating for you , your guests, and your dog will only be in the tree section. We do not allow dogs in any of the covered areas. Aggressive behavior by any animal however is not allowed and they will need to be removed immediately.
- Where is parking?
- We have room for 23 vehicles inside the Court. Parking is allowed on 14th avenue, in the alley behind our location, and on Laguna Street, however be sure that you are not blocking any driveways or you may get a ticket.
- Can I smoke or use electronic cigarettes in the courtyard?
- No, smoking or vaping is not allowed in the courtyard. We do have a smoking area located just outside and to the west of the south gate to the courtyard, or you may step outside of the fence to the Miracle Mile side of the property. Smoking is never allowed in any building or within 20 feet of any doorway. Marijuana smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property per ARS. 36-2851
- So I've made a reservation for a table. How do I get tickets for a show?
- Most shows are free. When a door charge or cover for a show is in effect, that fee will be collected via our website montereycourtaz.com. Once you have made a reservation you can cancel it at the same site. If you need to alter the reservation (ie add or subtract attendees) you will need to call 520 207 2429. No refunds for tickets without cancellation 24 hours or more before the show.
- What if I don't know what seat section to select?
- No worries, the system is set up to give you the best available table matching your party size. If you have a section you would prefer to, or prefer not to sit in, just make note of it in the notes section.
- How can I add seats to an existing reservation?
- You may add additional seats either to a free show or a charged show by going to our website montereycourtaz.com and clicking on reservations at the top of the page. Add (and/or pay for) the additional attendees and then in the notes box let us know that this is an addition to the reservation (name & time) that has already been placed. We will be sure your table reflects the change.
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