Tucson’s desert nights can get surprisingly chilly when autumn arrives, and nothing beats the warmth of authentic Mexican comfort food shared with family.
El Charro Café has been serving up that exact feeling since 1922, making it a cornerstone of Arizona’s culinary history.
This legendary spot isn’t just about delicious food, it’s about generations of tradition, accidental genius, and recipes that have warmed hearts for over a century.
A Century Of Family And Flavor
Monica Flin opened El Charro Café in 1922, and her niece’s descendants, the Flores family, still run the place today. That’s not just impressive; it’s legendary. It’s recognized as one of the nation’s oldest Mexican restaurants in continuous operation by the same family, according to the restaurant’s own history…