Restaurants in Oro Valley, AZ

Situated just a few miles north of Tucson, Oro Valley, Arizona is a well-known vacation destination, situated between Tucson and Phoenix. It is hugged by the Santa Catalina Mountains as well as the Tortolita Mountains. There is plenty to do here in the form of outdoor recreation, including biking or hiking along the 54 miles of trails found around the town. Swim or bird-watch at James D. Kriegh Park or get in a game of tennis at Riverfront Park. Once you've worked up an appetite, there are several restaurants in Oro Valley to satiate your hunger pangs.

Harvest Restaurant

With a keen focus on fresh, locally-produced fare, Harvest Restaurant is a perfect fit for the health-conscious attitudes so prevalent in the Oro Valley area. This restaurant boasts flavorful and unique dishes, all presented in a creative manner. Typical menu choices can include homemade gnocchi, wild halibut, lobster mac 'n cheese and pan-seared tenderloin steak. This restaurant also boasts an extensive wine and cocktail menu, offering a variety of beverage options that include the Key Lime Pie Martini, Grammy's Rollin' Thunder Margarita and Elk Cove Pinot Grigio (available by both the glass and bottle).

Harvest Restaurant
10355 North La Canada Drive
Oro Valley, AZ 85737
(520) 731-1100
harvest.marketrg.com

Dragon Village Restaurant‎

A delightful Chinese restaurant, serving patrons in both the Oro Valley and greater Tucson area, Dragon Village Restaurant‎ has an extensive menu that features lunch and dinner options. There is also a family dinner option that is more like a traditional Asian combo meal, complete with entree, egg roll and soup choice. Top menu choices include the onion beef, which comes with onions, snow peas, bamboo shoots, and carrots cooked in garlic sauce; and the Kung Pao Shrimp. Beer, wine and mixed cocktails are also available.

Dragon Village Restaurant‎
12152 North Rancho Vistoso Boulevard
Oro Valley, AZ 85755-1844
(520) 229-0388
dragonvillagerestaurant.com

The Loop Taste of Chicago

Combining the ambiance of a traditional restaurant dining area with an indoor sports bar atmosphere and funky outdoor dining, The Loop Taste of Chicago is a fun and festive dining option. This restaurant offers a menu of American classic fare, which includes a BBQ burger, Chicago dog, turkey club and New York strip steak. Pizza is a popular choice here, with offerings as varied as the Heartstopper pizza (consisting of bacon, Italian sausage, ground beef, pepperoni, ham and cheese) and the Treehugger (a veggie pizza).

The Loop Taste of Chicago
10180 North Oracle Road
Oro Valley, AZ 85704
(520) 878-0222
thelooptasteofchicago.com

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