The Nugget

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    Open10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Juke Box
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    2617 N 1st Ave

    Tucson, AZ 85719

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    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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      Scott P.
      Tucson, AZ
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      Jan 4, 2016

      For a dive bar very clean. Colorful people, friendly, comfortable atmosphere. Juke box has good selection. Bartender has a heavy pour. The prices are right. Very much enjoying this place. Would recommend to anyone looking for a watering hole. I gave five stars because all my needs are fulfilled. Definitely will be a repeat customer.

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      Gina W.
      Shaheen Estates, Tucson, AZ
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      Mar 17, 2024

      It's a good local spot
      Nice chill ambiance - good lighting
      Outside seating area
      Friendly bartenders
      I've only been mid day & early evening not to crowded.
      Free pool till 7:00 most week days.

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      C B.
      Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles, CA
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      Dec 7, 2023

      This. Place. Is. Bomb. Complete remodel.... If you haven't been in a few years, please make the trip.

      Pool, Dj booth, great ambience, fun bartenders - what more is needed on any day, everyday. 10/10 would recommend.

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      Sep 16, 2023

      It's definitely a classy dive bar. Clean, beautiful interior with a couple of pool tables and a shuffleboard. Cold beer decent drinks. Service was good overall ok experience.

      Mango mule not the best
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      Super cool bar I didn't even know existed! They have a great drink selection that has something for everyone. They have live music and great staff. The pool tables are nice but get there early as they only have two and can get crowded pretty quickly. I love the trendy yet comfortable layout of this bar. Whoever designed it, did great! My only complaint would be the lack of food available but they do provide some small snacks and are totally OK with food being delivered to the establishment. A food truck partnership or a kitchen with a small menu would be a great addition. Overall, a great bar with a dive bar feel.

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      Dr Claudia S.
      Catalina Foothills, AZ
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      Mar 9, 2024

      It's hard to believe The Nugget was once a biker bar. Completely reimagined in the most thoughtful and upscale way. Every detail carefully crafted, from cozy nooks to talk with friends, to picture ops for instagram, rowdy game a pool anyone? The nugget has it all, comfort food, glam and a dash of ruff and tumble. Great drinks, above and beyond service, this place doesn't feel like it's in Tucson, until you walk out to the parking lot anyway. Always a good time at the Nugget.

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      Nicole C.
      Oro Valley, AZ
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      Jun 6, 2023

      Looking for a dive bar atmosphere yet clean and hip....welcome to the Nugget! Drinks are reasonable too! That's have an outdoor patio along with lounge and regular bar seating. Plenty of parking in the back.

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      Brayden B.
      Tucson, AZ
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      Feb 5, 2024

      I've been to The Nugget a few times and it's super chill. The have good food and all the workers are pretty cool.

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      Taric W.
      Phoenix, AZ
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      May 12, 2022

      The ominous blue lights and dim, narrow driveway make The Nugget feel like some seedy saloon where you're bound to get into trouble. Once you're in, you realize it's a pretty quiet neighborhood sports bar full of dorky old billiards enthusiasts.

      Very narrow beer menu, but bartenders have a few classic (and stiff!) cocktails, which they execute well. Sometimes, they'll give you a little bowl of nuts or chips or something while you're watching the game.

      They have pool tables, and no shortage of folks willing to play on them. I'm talking about the type who bring their own adorned and customized cues and take the game seriously. Maybe there's a type of club meeting here? Anyway, there are plenty of people of all ages here and they all have a good time. When I want to go out, but I don't want to travel downtown, this is a reliable stop.

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      Nov 29, 2022

      Great not a dive dive bar. Apparently it's been recently renovated and the neon signs definitely give a modern vibe. The bar tenders are fast and friends and they have a DJ at least over the weekend that plays great music. They serve free appetizers as well.

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      Marty M.
      Westford, MA
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      Jun 10, 2023

      Great lil bar/dive with a great atmosphere and vibe. My sister and I stopped in for a few drinks Saturday afternoon and had a great time

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