Chela's Latin Cuisine

4.7

31 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

13 Mar 2025

11:30 pm

Booked 5 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for happy hour

We are a family owned business that began serving the Tucson community in the 90’s by food
trucks. Our first location, El Sur Restaurant, has become a staple in Tucson over the last 20 years.
Come support our sister concept, Chela’s Latin Cuisine, in Downtown Tucson!

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin / Spanish, Latin American
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sun 11:00–02:00 Sat 11:00–21:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 11:00–21:00
Phone number
(520) 867-6096
Website
http://chelaslatincuisine.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
256 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
Area
Downtown Tucson
Cross Street
Congress St. and Arizona Ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are located across from the Sun Tran bus station.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

ChipsUSD 3.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
- SalsaUSD 1.00
- Guac MexUSD 2.00
- Guac PlainUSD 2.00
- Salsa & Guac MexUSD 3.00
- Salsa & Guac PlainUSD 3.00
SopesUSD 11.00
- BirriaUSD 0.00
- ChickenUSD 0.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
ElotitosUSD 10.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
ToritosUSD 11.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
Ceviche TostadaUSD 9.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
Quesadilla SonorenseUSD 12.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
Queso FundidoUSD 12.00
- Flour TortillasUSD 0.00
- Corn TortillasUSD 0.00
- Pan BirroteUSD 0.00
- No BreadUSD 0.00
- Sub ChipsUSD 0.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
Mini-ChimisUSD 13.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
FlautasUSD 12.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00
EmpanadasUSD 13.00
- As EntreeUSD 0.00

Platos Fuertes

CarnitasUSD 19.00
- Flour TortillasUSD 0.00
- Corn TortillasUSD 0.00
- Pan BirroteUSD 0.00
- No BreadUSD 0.00
- Sub ChipsUSD 0.00
ChelachangaUSD 17.00
- BirriaUSD 0.00
- Carne AsadaUSD 0.00
- CarnitasUSD 0.00
- ChickenUSD 0.00
- ShrimpUSD 1.00
- Carne MolidaUSD 1.00
Chile RellenoUSD 15.00
EnchiladasUSD 14.00
- CheeseUSD 0.00
- BirriaUSD 3.00
- CarnitasUSD 2.00
- ChickenUSD 2.00
- ShrimpUSD 4.00
- Carne AsadaUSD 0.00
- Carne MolidaUSD 3.00
FajitasUSD 18.00
- BirriaUSD 0.00
- Carne AsadaUSD 0.00
- CarnitasUSD 0.00
- ChickenUSD 0.00
- ShrimpUSD 1.00
- Carne MolidaUSD 1.00
- Flour TortillasUSD 0.00
- Corn TortillasUSD 0.00
- Pan BirroteUSD 0.00
- No BreadUSD 0.00
- Sub ChipsUSD 0.00
MolcajeteUSD 28.00
- Flour TortillasUSD 0.00
- Corn TortillasUSD 0.00
- Pan BirroteUSD 0.00
- No BreadUSD 0.00
- Sub ChipsUSD 0.00
Mole PoblanoUSD 19.00
- Flour TortillasUSD 0.00
- Corn TortillasUSD 0.00
- Pan BirroteUSD 0.00
- No BreadUSD 0.00
- Sub ChipsUSD 0.00
QuesabirriaUSD 16.00
QuesadillaUSD 12.00
TacosUSD 16.00
- BirriaUSD 1.00
- Carne AsadaUSD 1.00
- Carne MolidaUSD 1.00
- CarnitasUSD 0.00
- ChickenUSD 0.00
- ShrimpUSD 2.00
- No Meat-USD 2.00
- Tempura Shrimp (Tacos only)USD 3.00
Chorizo ChickenUSD 26.00

Pescados & Mariscos

Coctel De CamaronUSD 16.00
Ceviche EntreeUSD 16.00
Camarones CulichiUSD 18.00
- Flour TortillasUSD 0.00
- Corn TortillasUSD 0.00
- Pan BirroteUSD 0.00
- No BreadUSD 0.00
- Sub ChipsUSD 0.00
TilapiaUSD 18.00
SwordfishUSD 27.00
Yellowfin Tuna SpcUSD 31.00

Sopa & Ensalada

Ensalada SonorenseUSD 12.00
Chela's EnsaladaUSD 10.00
Sopa AztecaUSD 12.00
- Flour TortillasUSD 0.00
- Corn TortillasUSD 0.00
- Pan BirroteUSD 0.00
- No BreadUSD 0.00
- Sub ChipsUSD 0.00
Sopa Del TemporadaUSD 12.00
- Flour TortillasUSD 0.00
- Corn TortillasUSD 0.00
- Pan BirroteUSD 0.00
- No BreadUSD 0.00
- Sub ChipsUSD 0.00

Vegan & Vegetarian

Tacos De CalabasaUSD 12.00
Poblano VegetarianoUSD 11.00
Coliflor En Salsa RojaUSD 11.00

Sides

CalabacitasUSD 3.00
Elote CornUSD 3.00
Ensalada SmallUSD 7.00
Pinto BeansUSD 3.00
Refried BeansUSD 3.00
RiceUSD 3.00
Seasoned Black BeansUSD 3.00
Side Tortillas CornUSD 2.00
Side Tortillas FlourUSD 2.00

Desserts

Tres LechesUSD 11.00
ChurrosUSD 11.00
FlanUSD 10.00
Fried Ice CreamUSD 12.00
Sope Tart SingleUSD 10.00
- No MeringueUSD 0.00
- No Meringue/ Sub Whipped CreamUSD 0.00

Sauces and Extras

Extra/Side BirriaUSD 5.00
Extra/Side Carne AsadaUSD 5.00
Extra/Side Carne MolidaUSD 4.00
Extra/Side CarnitasUSD 4.00
Extra/Side ChickenUSD 4.00
Extra/Side ChorizoUSD 5.00
Guacamole Regular SideUSD 4.00
Guacamole SmallUSD 2.00
Mole SauceUSD 2.00
Pico de Gallo SmallUSD 0.50
Salsa RojaUSD 2.00
Salsa SuizaUSD 2.00
Salsa VerdeUSD 2.00
Side of MozzarellaUSD 2.00
Side of Queso FrescoUSD 2.00
Sour Cream SmallUSD 0.50

Kids Menu

Kids Quesadilla 2 piecesUSD 6.00
Kids Bean Chz Burrito w Side RiceUSD 6.00
Kids Taco Carne Molida w Side BeansUSD 6.00
Kids Bean Tostada w Side RiceUSD 6.00

What 31 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chela's Latin Cuisine offers a vibrant dining experience in Tucson, boasting "excellent food and service" with flavorsome Mexican dishes crafted from fresh ingredients. With a lively atmosphere, attentive staff, and a must-try house Margarita, it's perfect for both casual lunches and celebratory dinners. "Can't wait to return!"

31 Reviews

V
Vaca
New Mexico4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here and will be back! Excellent food, service, location for a night downtown. Great find
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Kris
Tucson1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this place! It’s small and more intimate than many restaurants and we had a table of 12 sitting fairly near to us and we were astonished that we didn’t hear them much. So the noise level was really good. Oh, and the food is excellent and a fabulous bar. Must experience!
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John
Naples6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Stopped here for lunch. Excellent food excellent service great drinks. We enjoyed it very much.
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dave
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our 1st time at Chelas - what a great find and the food is flavorful & fresh. Can't wait to return - had the pork carnitas & anxious to try other dishes!
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Darcy
Tucson1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and care were exceptional. The food was tasty and had a great variety!
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Laura
Tucson1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful experience! Made our Valentine's Day dinner a nice one. Great food, drinks! Attentive staff!
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Joe G VIP
Seattle11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The cuisine here is extraordinary, some of the most distinctive and beautifully flavored Mexican food that I have enjoyed. Service is prompt and skilled; the ambiance is tasteful and unpretentious. Convenient to all downtown Tucson attractions. Go! You'll be glad you did.
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Sonia VIP
Chicago20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing and our server was so helpful and kind
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Gene
Tucson32 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was our second visit to Chela's. The food, service and ambience again were excellent. The house Margaritas were particularly good. The quesabirria and the enchiladas were just right. I recommend Chela's highly!
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rhonda
Hawaii9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was definitely prepared differently than other Latin restaurants. I had the shrimp fajitas and the peppers, onions and the other ingredients were already prepared. I can't eat green peppers and I told the waiter. He said that it was already prepared. I thought I could pick out the green peppers but they were so small that this was not a possibility. The waiter was very good and so was the ambience. My meal was average. I might consider returning to this restaurant but it would not be my first choice when going downtown. Rhonda
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FAQs

Chela's Latin Cuisine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (520) 867-6096.

Chela's Latin Cuisine is rated 4.7 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

13 Mar 2025

11:30 pm

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

256 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Congress St. and Arizona Ave.
Area
Downtown Tucson
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sun 11:00–02:00 Sat 11:00–21:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 11:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin / Spanish, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are located across from the Sun Tran bus station.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://chelaslatincuisine.com/
Phone number
(520) 867-6096

Chela's Latin Cuisine

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Appetizers

ChipsUSD 3.00

SopesUSD 11.00

ElotitosUSD 10.00

ToritosUSD 11.00

Ceviche TostadaUSD 9.00

Quesadilla SonorenseUSD 12.00

Queso FundidoUSD 12.00

Mini-ChimisUSD 13.00

FlautasUSD 12.00

EmpanadasUSD 13.00

Platos Fuertes

CarnitasUSD 19.00

ChelachangaUSD 17.00

Chile RellenoUSD 15.00

EnchiladasUSD 14.00

FajitasUSD 18.00

MolcajeteUSD 28.00

Mole PoblanoUSD 19.00

QuesabirriaUSD 16.00

QuesadillaUSD 12.00

TacosUSD 16.00

Chorizo ChickenUSD 26.00

Pescados & Mariscos

Coctel De CamaronUSD 16.00

Ceviche EntreeUSD 16.00

Camarones CulichiUSD 18.00

TilapiaUSD 18.00

SwordfishUSD 27.00

Yellowfin Tuna SpcUSD 31.00

Sopa & Ensalada

Ensalada SonorenseUSD 12.00

Chela's EnsaladaUSD 10.00

Sopa AztecaUSD 12.00

Sopa Del TemporadaUSD 12.00

Vegan & Vegetarian

Tacos De CalabasaUSD 12.00

Poblano VegetarianoUSD 11.00

Coliflor En Salsa RojaUSD 11.00

Sides

CalabacitasUSD 3.00

Elote CornUSD 3.00

Ensalada SmallUSD 7.00

Pinto BeansUSD 3.00

Refried BeansUSD 3.00

RiceUSD 3.00

Seasoned Black BeansUSD 3.00

Side Tortillas CornUSD 2.00

Side Tortillas FlourUSD 2.00

Desserts

Tres LechesUSD 11.00

ChurrosUSD 11.00

FlanUSD 10.00

Fried Ice CreamUSD 12.00

Sope Tart SingleUSD 10.00

Sauces and Extras

Extra/Side BirriaUSD 5.00

Extra/Side Carne AsadaUSD 5.00

Extra/Side Carne MolidaUSD 4.00

Extra/Side CarnitasUSD 4.00

Extra/Side ChickenUSD 4.00

Extra/Side ChorizoUSD 5.00

Guacamole Regular SideUSD 4.00

Guacamole SmallUSD 2.00

Mole SauceUSD 2.00

Pico de Gallo SmallUSD 0.50

Salsa RojaUSD 2.00

Salsa SuizaUSD 2.00

Salsa VerdeUSD 2.00

Side of MozzarellaUSD 2.00

Side of Queso FrescoUSD 2.00

Sour Cream SmallUSD 0.50

Kids Menu

Kids Quesadilla 2 piecesUSD 6.00

Kids Bean Chz Burrito w Side RiceUSD 6.00