One of my favorite restaurants in Tucson is Blue Willow. Going there is certainly a treat for me. Located on 2616 N. Campbell Ave. between Glenn St. and Copper St., Blue Willow is an experience in itself. The first moment you enter the restaurant you are completely consumed with little knick-knacks, jewelry and cute kitchen decorations, and cards for almost every occasion imaginable. However, what truly catches your eye are the delectable desserts sitting in a glass case just begging to be eaten.
Not only is Blue Willow a restaurant and gift shop, but also a bakery.
Weekend mornings are the busiest time for Blue Willow with anywhere from a 10 to 45 minute wait. The gift shop provides for an easy distraction and makes the waiting time pass by a whole lot faster. The restaurant contains two dining areas: inside and outside. The inside is small, quaint and cozy. The outside is a bit larger and is covered to avoid the sun. You have a choice to sit where you want, but I suggest the outside…as one onlooker described it, “Look honey, it’s so stunning!” The service is extremely friendly and attentive and they keep up a fast pace without making you feel rushed.
Blue Willow is known more for breakfast and lunch, but they do serve dinner. Now while they serve mostly American food including a Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad, Stuffed Avocado Tuna Salad, and a Grilled Sweet Potato Sandwich, they also have a fabulous breakfast menu with a distinctive Mexican style. Here are just some of the delicious food items that are derived from Mexican culture:
Chorizo Scramble – SUBLIME! This is a jumbled mix of scrambled eggs and all beef chorizo that is topped off with salsa and cheddar…$8.00
The classic Huevos Rancheros – Pinto beans placed on a corn tortilla topped with two eggs over easy. Also topped with salsa and cheddar cheese…$8.00
Breakfast Burrito – This is a delicious treat, especially after a long night of going out. It is a mix of scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, potatoes and pinto beans…all wrapped up in a flour tortilla and topped with salsa and sour cream….$7.00
***Blue Willow Special*** - This is by far the best dish at Blue Willow. For those of you who have never ventured to Blue Willow one you go, you MUST order this. When it first comes to the table it looks a bit unappetizing because it is a jumbled mess of mashed up food, but once it hits your mouth you will be screaming for more. It contains scrambled eggs with chicken, green chilies, tomatoes, chopped corn tortillas, cheddar, salsa and sour cream…$8.50.
The portions are quite large and most of the dishes come with more than one side, so make sure to bring your appetite when you go!
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