Anthony's in the Catalinas
Tucson, AZ 85718-1302
Phone: (520) 299-1771
- Price:
- $$$$
- Best of Citysearch:
- Romantic Dining 2004
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm, Sat-Sun 5:30pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Anthony's in the Catalinas – by Karen Bosnos and James Reel
The Scene
Perched at the top of Campbell, Anthony's is a true Tucson institution and one of the most romantic restaurants in town. The dignified dining rooms reflect the elegance of the food and service, and the view of the Tucson valley is unbeatable.
The Food
Anthony's is famous for its 1,600-item wine cellar, where inventory ranges from good table wine to the sort of vintage you (and your accountant) can only fantasize about. The food is as fantastic as the wine: The tender, flaky lamb Wellington is a standout, as is the Chateaubriand. Fresh fish, veal and beef dishes round out the brief, impressive menu. Anthony's lavish appetizers include garlicky escargot and a duck liver pate that will almost make you forget how the ducks are raised. For dessert, choose from weightless souffles, pastries and miscellaneous chocolate indulgences.
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Insider Tips
Plan AheadIt's no surprise that Anthony's fills up fast, especially on holidays. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Casual DiningNot dressed for dinner? Anthony's cocktail lounge is less formal than the dining room and offers outdoor service.
User Reviews for Anthony's in the Catalinas
07/05/2008 Posted by m0507
I had a really great experience at Anthony's. I found the restaurant to be extremely romantic. If you like wine, the wine list is absolutely amazing. We enjoyed wine on the front porch, while enjoying a sunset. I really loved the live music they had that night. The dining room was impressive, as you could see Tucson and the mountains from all angles with the huge panoramic windows. The service was excellent. My lobster bisque was probably the best lobster bisque that I ever had. I ordered the duck au poivre, and I was actually disappointed with that. I found the sauce to be somewhat gross. The duck was decent. My boyfriend's veal was delicious, though. We enjoyed our desert. I found it to be a little over-priced, but then again, you are paying for a beautiful environment, live music, terrific service, as well as some compliments of the chef. If you don't mind paying top dollar, then you would enjoy Anthony's. This is the perfect place for an anniversary or special occasion!
Pros: Service, Ambience, Wine
Cons: very pricey, small menu
06/30/2008 Posted by Anthonylabounty
My wife and I visited Anthony's last week for the first time during our week-long visit to Tucson and experienced wonderful food, wine and ambience. Our first impression, the bar, was excellent. The dining rooms are impressive in every detail (with or without the stunning views of both the mountains or the city!). As a quirky observation, even the pianist was well versed in popular favorites and classical repertoire - a very refreshing detail. Anthony himself came to our table to greet us and made an exceptional recommendation pairing our double lobster tail appetizer with the Jarnum Pinot Grigio. The half bottle of Amarone Speri complimented our entrees perfectly - The roast duckling au poivre is as good as anything I've eaten anywhere, including Paris. The head waiter, sommelier and assisting wait staff were as efficient and helpful as they were engaging and courteous; increasingly rare, even at many fine dining establishments that we have visited. After dessert (try the Chocolate Mousse cake!) we were treated to a special after dinner drink comprised of a special Italian lemon liquor mixed with prosecco, a perfect way to end a fabulous dinner. I highly recommend Anthony's. Looking back, the only way we would have enjoyed it more would be to have friends and family there from Las Vegas to enjoy it!! Anthony & Kelly LaBounty, Las Vegas, NV.
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