Tucson/ Retail & Industry
Published on June 26, 2019
Explore the 5 most popular spots in Tucson's Garden District neighborhoodZayna Mediterranean | Photo: Bleep S./Yelp

Visiting Garden District, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Tucson neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Mediterranean restaurant to a consignment store.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Garden District, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Zayna Mediterranean

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Topping the list is Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Syrian spot Zayna Mediterranean. Located at 1138 N. Belvedere, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 491 reviews on Yelp. The eatery serves up chicken shawarma salads, beef kifta and falafel sandwiches. 

2. Midtown Mercantile Merchants

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Next up is used, vintage and consignment spot Midtown Mercantile Merchants, which offers antiques and more, situated at 4443 E. Speedway Blvd. With five stars out of 28 reviews on Yelp, it's proved to be a local favorite. It offers collectibles, antique furniture and vintage clothing. 

3. O Sushi Restaurant

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Sushi bar and Japanese spot O Sushi Restaurant is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 4689 E. Speedway Blvd., 4.5 stars out of 152 reviews. The establishment offers complimentary miso soup as well as edamame and sashimi. 

4. El Sinaloense Hot Dog Cart

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El Sinaloense Hot Dog Cart, a food stand and Mexican spot that offers hot dogs and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 61 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1526 N. Alvernon Way to see for yourself. The establishment specializes in bacon-wrapped Sonoran hot dogs. 

5. Sandyi Oriental Market

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And then there's Sandyi Oriental Market, a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 36 reviews. Stop by 4270 E. Pima St. to hit up the next time you're in the neighborhood. The international grocery store features ramen, sake and kimchi. 


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