Flavors That Tell a Story

At Tabu Restaurant Bar, every dish tells a story. Our Latin fusion cuisine is rooted in tradition and crafted with creativity — blending bold spices, fresh ingredients, and authentic recipes to offer a culinary experience that’s both familiar and unexpected with every bite.

Main Menu - A Culinary Experience Worth Craving

Step into a world of bold flavors, comforting classics, and irresistible creations. Our menu is crafted with passion and the finest ingredients to awaken your senses and satisfy every craving. Whether you’re here for a quick bite or a feast to remember, we’ve got something special waiting for you.

APPETIZERS

Start your meal with a delightful selection of our chef’s favorite appetizers. Each bite is crafted to ignite your appetite and offer a perfect prelude to your main course.

MINI-CHIMIS

Fried mini burritos with your choice of meat (chicken, machaca, birria). Served with our guacamole and sour cream

PAPAS BRAVAS

Our famous crispy potatoes with salsa brava and salsa morita

GUACAMOLE

Avocado with small mango cubes mix withour pico de gallo, salt and lime servedwith totopos.

CHEESE CRISP

Large handmade tortilla covered withmelted mozzarella cheese, diced garlic,shrimp and roasted green chiles.

CEVICHE

Our mar de cortes shrimp marinatedin citrus juices red and yellow onions,tomatoes, cucumber, jalapeños served.in our house Mexican sauce and threetostada.

MACHEGOS

4 handmade corn quesadillas with quesoOaxaca and our traditional machaca.

QUESADILLAS

Griddled flour tortillas filled with melted cheese and your choice of savory fillings. Served with house salsas and a side of Latin soul in every bite.

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ENTREES

Enjoy a rich selection of entrees designed to satisfy your cravings. From hearty classics to chef’s specials, each dish promises flavor in every bite.

TABU RIB EYE

Perfect juicy grill steak served with side ofgrill asparagus and onions.

CAMARON A LA DIABLA

A juicy creamy green chile salsa withjumbo shrimp from mar de rotes servedwith a side of calabacitas.

CAMARON ALMOJO DE AJO

Traditional Mexican garlic jumbo shrimpfrom mar de cortes bath with Mexicanspices, lime and cilantro served with aside of calabacitas.

PASTA A LA SALSA VERDE

Shrimp with a spaghetti bath on a creamygreen sauce made from roasted chilepoblano.

CARNITAS

Succulent pieces of braised porkshoulder cooked until crisp on theoutside while tender on the insidewith guacamole and pico de galloserved with rice and beans

TABU TORTAS

Sourdough bread, mayo, mustard,pico de gallo, repollo filled with yourchoice of meat: birria or carnitas withfried jalapeño and salsa verde.

FAJITAS

Marinated chicken breast or top sirloinsautéed with bell peppers and purpleonions served with beans and rice and 2tortillas.

BURRO / CHIMICHANGA

Rolled tortilla with your choice of meat:carne con chile or Mexican stew ofchunks of beef simmered made bygreen tomatillo sauce or red sauceadd beans or rice

CARNE CON CHILE COLORADO

Mexican stew of tender chunks of beefsimmered in our house made red sauce orgreen sauced served with beans and rice

FLAUTAS

5 fried rolled corn tortillas filled with your choice ofmeat. Served with rice, beans, guacamole and sourcream.

TABU STREET TACOS

3 tacos of your choice: carnitas, birria,asada, chicken served with a side of beans

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CHILE RELLENO

Enchilada of your choice:red sauce, green sauced served with, mole orwhite sauce

TOSTADAS

Beans, guacamole, lettuce and queso frescowith your choice of meat.

TACOS

Handmade tortilla of your choice of meat:machaca, chicken, asada or carnitas.

TAMALES

Corn based dough mixture that’s is filled withyour choice of green chile, chicken, spinachor green corn.

SOUPS

Served with a choice of handmade tortillas flour or corn.

CAZUELAS

A hearty soup of shredded beef, roastedchiles and potatoes.

CALDO DE QUESO

Deliciuos sonora cheese and potato soup ina flavor broth.

POZOLE

The famous soup of the Aztec with pork,onion, green chile and hominy

CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP

Our house special recipe served withavocado and cheese

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SIDES

Our sides are the perfect addition to any meal, offering rich flavors and traditional favorites like our soft tamale, savory chile relleno, and classic enchilada.

TAMALE

Steamed corn dough filled with savory meat or cheese.

CHILE RELLENO

Roasted poblano pepper stuffed and topped with sauce.

ENCHILADA

Tortilla rolled with meat, covered in sauce and cheese.

DESSERT

Indulge in our selection of decadent desserts. From traditional favorites to rich, sweet creations, each dessert is the perfect ending to your meal.

FLAN DE MAZAPÁN

Smooth, creamy flan infused with rich marzipan flavor and a touch of sweetness.

CHURROS

Crispy fried dough sticks dusted with sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla.

FRIED ICE CREAM

Crispy shell encasing creamy vanilla ice cream with a drizzle of honey.

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Born from a Passion for Latin Fusion

Tabu bar in Tucson was founded on the belief that great food, vibrant music, and authentic connections bring people together. Our journey began with a deep love for Latin American culture and a desire to blend it with Tucson’s local flair. Today, we’re proud to serve dishes that honor time-honored recipes while introducing modern twists to keep things fresh and exciting.

Authentic Spices

We use timeless Latin flavors to keep every bite exciting.

Fresh Ingredients

Locally sourced produce and top-quality meats.

Creative Cocktails

Expertly crafted tequila and mezcal mixes.

Warm Hospitality

A friendly, inclusive atmosphere for all.

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