Chela's Latin Cuisine

4.7

34 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

23 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

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!

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
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

ChipsUS$3.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
- SalsaUS$1.00
- Guac MexUS$2.00
- Guac PlainUS$2.00
- Salsa & Guac MexUS$3.00
- Salsa & Guac PlainUS$3.00
SopesUS$11.00
- BirriaUS$0.00
- ChickenUS$0.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
ElotitosUS$10.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
ToritosUS$11.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
Ceviche TostadaUS$9.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
Quesadilla SonorenseUS$12.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
Queso FundidoUS$12.00
- Flour TortillasUS$0.00
- Corn TortillasUS$0.00
- Pan BirroteUS$0.00
- No BreadUS$0.00
- Sub ChipsUS$0.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
Mini-ChimisUS$13.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
FlautasUS$12.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00
EmpanadasUS$13.00
- As EntreeUS$0.00

Platos Fuertes

CarnitasUS$19.00
- Flour TortillasUS$0.00
- Corn TortillasUS$0.00
- Pan BirroteUS$0.00
- No BreadUS$0.00
- Sub ChipsUS$0.00
ChelachangaUS$17.00
- BirriaUS$0.00
- Carne AsadaUS$0.00
- CarnitasUS$0.00
- ChickenUS$0.00
- ShrimpUS$1.00
- Carne MolidaUS$1.00
Chile RellenoUS$15.00
EnchiladasUS$14.00
- CheeseUS$0.00
- BirriaUS$3.00
- CarnitasUS$2.00
- ChickenUS$2.00
- ShrimpUS$4.00
- Carne AsadaUS$0.00
- Carne MolidaUS$3.00
FajitasUS$18.00
- BirriaUS$0.00
- Carne AsadaUS$0.00
- CarnitasUS$0.00
- ChickenUS$0.00
- ShrimpUS$1.00
- Carne MolidaUS$1.00
- Flour TortillasUS$0.00
- Corn TortillasUS$0.00
- Pan BirroteUS$0.00
- No BreadUS$0.00
- Sub ChipsUS$0.00
MolcajeteUS$28.00
- Flour TortillasUS$0.00
- Corn TortillasUS$0.00
- Pan BirroteUS$0.00
- No BreadUS$0.00
- Sub ChipsUS$0.00
Mole PoblanoUS$19.00
- Flour TortillasUS$0.00
- Corn TortillasUS$0.00
- Pan BirroteUS$0.00
- No BreadUS$0.00
- Sub ChipsUS$0.00
QuesabirriaUS$16.00
QuesadillaUS$12.00
TacosUS$16.00
- BirriaUS$1.00
- Carne AsadaUS$1.00
- Carne MolidaUS$1.00
- CarnitasUS$0.00
- ChickenUS$0.00
- ShrimpUS$2.00
- No Meat-US$2.00
- Tempura ShrimpUS$3.00
Chorizo ChickenUS$26.00

Pescados & Mariscos

Coctel De CamaronUS$16.00
Ceviche EntreeUS$16.00
Camarones CulichiUS$18.00
- Flour TortillasUS$0.00
- Corn TortillasUS$0.00
- Pan BirroteUS$0.00
- No BreadUS$0.00
- Sub ChipsUS$0.00
TilapiaUS$18.00
SwordfishUS$27.00
Yellowfin Tuna SpcUS$31.00

Sopa & Ensalada

Ensalada SonorenseUS$12.00
Chela's EnsaladaUS$10.00
Sopa AztecaUS$12.00
- Flour TortillasUS$0.00
- Corn TortillasUS$0.00
- Pan BirroteUS$0.00
- No BreadUS$0.00
- Sub ChipsUS$0.00
Sopa Del TemporadaUS$12.00
- Flour TortillasUS$0.00
- Corn TortillasUS$0.00
- Pan BirroteUS$0.00
- No BreadUS$0.00
- Sub ChipsUS$0.00

Vegan & Vegetarian

Tacos De CalabasaUS$12.00
Poblano VegetarianoUS$11.00
Coliflor En Salsa RojaUS$11.00

Sides

CalabacitasUS$3.00
Elote CornUS$3.00
Ensalada SmallUS$7.00
Pinto BeansUS$3.00
Refried BeansUS$3.00
RiceUS$3.00
Seasoned Black BeansUS$3.00
Side Tortillas CornUS$2.00
Side Tortillas FlourUS$2.00

Desserts

Tres LechesUS$11.00
ChurrosUS$11.00
FlanUS$10.00
Fried Ice CreamUS$12.00
Sope Tart SingleUS$10.00
- No MeringueUS$0.00
- No Meringue/ Sub Whipped CreamUS$0.00

Sauces and Extras

Extra/Side BirriaUS$5.00
Extra/Side Carne AsadaUS$5.00
Extra/Side Carne MolidaUS$4.00
Extra/Side CarnitasUS$4.00
Extra/Side ChickenUS$4.00
Extra/Side ChorizoUS$5.00
Guacamole Regular SideUS$4.00
Guacamole SmallUS$2.00
Mole SauceUS$2.00
Pico de Gallo SmallUS$0.50
Salsa RojaUS$2.00
Salsa SuizaUS$2.00
Salsa VerdeUS$2.00
Side of MozzarellaUS$2.00
Side of Queso FrescoUS$2.00
Sour Cream SmallUS$0.50

Kids Menu

Kids Quesadilla 2 piecesUS$6.00
Kids Bean Chz Burrito w Side RiceUS$6.00
Kids Taco Carne Molida w Side BeansUS$6.00
Kids Bean Tostada w Side RiceUS$6.00

What 34 people are saying

Chela's Latin Cuisine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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!"

34 Reviews

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christina VIP
Vancouver2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Good was great-Service was a bit slow. Would def go back!
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Alan VIP
Tucson37 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have come here for dinner before attending Fox concerts. This is our go to for downtown restaurants. We haven’t been disappointed! Great good, great service! Margaritas are superb!
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OpenTable Diner
Tucson2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food really good drinks great for a date night for me and my wife
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Vaca
New Mexico4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 March 2025
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
Southwest Florida6 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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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 34 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

23 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

256 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Congress St. and Arizona Ave.
Area
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

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Appetizers

ChipsUS$3.00

SopesUS$11.00

ElotitosUS$10.00

ToritosUS$11.00

Ceviche TostadaUS$9.00

Quesadilla SonorenseUS$12.00

Queso FundidoUS$12.00

Mini-ChimisUS$13.00

FlautasUS$12.00

EmpanadasUS$13.00

Platos Fuertes

CarnitasUS$19.00

ChelachangaUS$17.00

Chile RellenoUS$15.00

EnchiladasUS$14.00

FajitasUS$18.00

MolcajeteUS$28.00

Mole PoblanoUS$19.00

QuesabirriaUS$16.00

QuesadillaUS$12.00

TacosUS$16.00

Chorizo ChickenUS$26.00

Pescados & Mariscos

Coctel De CamaronUS$16.00

Ceviche EntreeUS$16.00

Camarones CulichiUS$18.00

TilapiaUS$18.00

SwordfishUS$27.00

Yellowfin Tuna SpcUS$31.00

Sopa & Ensalada

Ensalada SonorenseUS$12.00

Chela's EnsaladaUS$10.00

Sopa AztecaUS$12.00

Sopa Del TemporadaUS$12.00

Vegan & Vegetarian

Tacos De CalabasaUS$12.00

Poblano VegetarianoUS$11.00

Coliflor En Salsa RojaUS$11.00

Sides

CalabacitasUS$3.00

Elote CornUS$3.00

Ensalada SmallUS$7.00

Pinto BeansUS$3.00

Refried BeansUS$3.00

RiceUS$3.00

Seasoned Black BeansUS$3.00

Side Tortillas CornUS$2.00

Side Tortillas FlourUS$2.00

Desserts

Tres LechesUS$11.00

ChurrosUS$11.00

FlanUS$10.00

Fried Ice CreamUS$12.00

Sope Tart SingleUS$10.00

Sauces and Extras

Extra/Side BirriaUS$5.00

Extra/Side Carne AsadaUS$5.00

Extra/Side Carne MolidaUS$4.00

Extra/Side CarnitasUS$4.00

Extra/Side ChickenUS$4.00

Extra/Side ChorizoUS$5.00

Guacamole Regular SideUS$4.00

Guacamole SmallUS$2.00

Mole SauceUS$2.00

Pico de Gallo SmallUS$0.50

Salsa RojaUS$2.00

Salsa SuizaUS$2.00

Salsa VerdeUS$2.00

Side of MozzarellaUS$2.00

Side of Queso FrescoUS$2.00

Sour Cream SmallUS$0.50

Kids Menu

Kids Quesadilla 2 piecesUS$6.00

Kids Bean Chz Burrito w Side RiceUS$6.00