Cup Cafe Menu

Cup Cafe, nestled in the heart of Tucson at 311 E Congress St, is a charming haven for food lovers. This cafe offers a diverse menu that pleases both sweet and savory enthusiasts. Their dessert selection is a highlight, featuring decadent options like the rich Bailey's Mocha Mousse Cake and the tangy Lemon Meringue Pie, each priced at $8.50. For those craving something casual, the Brown Butter Heath Chocolate Chip Cookie and Strawberry White Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies are irresistible at just $3.00.

The drink offerings are equally exciting. Enjoy crafted cocktails such as the Passionfruit Margarita and Dillinger Buck, perfect for unwinding after a long day. With a cozy yet vibrant atmosphere, Cup Cafe not only excels in food but also fosters a welcoming vibe, making it the ideal spot for gatherings, whether it’s a family breakfast or a catch-up with friends. It’s truly a destination worth revisiting!

BREAKFAST

• Brioche French Toast

  vanilla-orange battered brioche, powdered sugar, maple syrup vegetarian

  US$11.00

• The Deposition

  two buttermilk pancakes, eggs*, bacon, butter, maple syrup vegetarian

  US$13.00

• Cast Iron Baked Eggs

  two poached eggs*, ham, leeks, shallots, gruyère cheese, cream, fines herbes, breakfast potatoes, toast

  US$16.00

• Creole Breakfast

  andouille sausage, two eggs*, breakfast potatoes, house-made biscuits and gravy

  US$16.00

• Huevos Rancheros

  two eggs* any style, asadero and cotija cheeses, vegan cowboy beans, corn tortillas, sauce ranchero, cilantro, breakfast potatoes vegetarian

  US$14.00

• Bagel & Lox

  tequila-cured lox, capers, sliced tomato, red onion, greens, chopped egg, garlic chive cream cheese

  US$15.00

• Braveheart

  smoked beef brisket, sourdough, grilled tomatoes, sautéed spinach, gruyère cheese, two poached eggs*, sausage gravy, breakfast potatoes

  US$16.00

LUNCH

• Cubano

  pressed bakery roll, braised pork, smoked ham, gruyère cheese, caramelized onions, jalapeño, dill pickles, dijon mustard, chipotle mayo, cilantro, fresh lime juice

  US$15.00

• Tucson Dip

  smoked brisket, cheddar cheese, creamy horseradish, crispy onions, bakery roll, green chile au jus

  US$16.00

• Cup Bánh Mì

  miso marinated portabella, sriracha spread, pickled vegetables, sprouts, teriyaki drizzle, toasted amoroso roll

  US$14.00

• Fried Chicken Sandwich

  buttermilk marinated chicken breast fried to order, slived pickles, butter lettuce, chipotle mayo, honey habanero spread

  US$16.00

• Real Thing

  1/2 lb. beef chuck patty*, butter lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle, potato bun

  US$15.00

• Fish 'N' Chips

  Crooked Tooth beer-battered cod, pepper slaw, spicy tartar sauce, lemon, cafe feries

  US$14.00

SOUP & SALAD

• Soup du Jour

  it's the soup of the day. mmmm, that sounds good...I'll have that.

• The Hotel

  baby spinach, spicy candied pecans, julienned red onions, sliced grapes, herb goat cheese crouton, pomegranate vinaigrette

  US$12.00

• Southwest Caesar

  romaine, corn tortilla strips, cotija cheese, pico de gallo, roasted corn, southwest Caesar dressing

  US$10.00

• The Depot

  grilled flank steak*, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmesan cheese, avocado, smoked crispy onions, house-made roasted shallot dressing

  US$18.00

TACOS

• Drunken Fish

  Crooked Tooth beer-battered cod, pico de gallo, cabbage, chipotle aioli, pickled red onions, local flour tortillas

  US$12.00

• Mission Street

  crispy pork belly, jalapeño aioli, jicama slaw, OJ-pickled jalapeños, local flour tortillas

  US$12.00

STARTERS

• Lettuce Wraps

  chickpea fritter, pickled vegetables, smoked cashews, spicy harissa

  US$12.00

• Sweet Chili Calamari

  fried calamari, sweet chili sauce, smoked cashews, scallions, peppered cabbage, pickled jalapeño, sesame seeds

  US$15.00

DINNER

• Real Thing

  1/2 lb. beef chuck patty*, butter lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle, potato bun

  US$15.00

• Cup Bánh Mì

  miso marinated portabella, sriracha spread, pickled vegetables, sprouts, teriyaki drizzle, toasted amoroso roll

  US$14.00

• Mesquite Smoked Ribs

  half rack mesquite-smoked pork ribs, house-made bbq sauce, cafe fries, house made pepper coleslaw

  US$27.00

• Fish 'N' Chips

  Crooked Tooth beer-battered cod, pepper slaw, spicy tartar sauce, lemon, cafe fries

  US$18.00

• Seafood Linguini

  local sonoran wheat linguini pasta, salmon, shrimp, white wine, butter, cherry tomato, basil, toasted garlic barrio baguette

  US$21.00

• Stuffed Chicken Gnocchi

  chicken breast stuffed with mushroom duxelle and herb goat cheese, butternut squash gnocchi, sautéed spinach, wild mushrooms, thyme madeira beurre blanc

  US$28.00

• Steak Out

  Chef's inspired Arizona steak of the day MP

• Pork Schnitzel

  breaded pork tenderloin, pretzel spatzle, sauteed spinach, leeks, mushroom butter sauce, fried capers

  US$21.00

DESSERTS

• Coconut Cream Pie

  US$8.50

• Bailey's Mocha Mousse Cake

  US$8.50

• Lemon Meringue Pie

  US$8.50

• Brown Butter Heath Chocolate Chip Cookie

  US$3.00

• Strawberry White Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

  US$3.00

SEASONAL DESSERTS

• Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake

  US$9.00

• Fruity Pebbles Rice Krispies

  US$4.00

• Passionfruit White Chocolate Cheesecake

  US$8.50

• Margarita Cheesecake

  US$9.00

• Strawberry Cream Cheese Pistachio Pie

  US$8.50

• Blackberry Pecan Sour Cream Coffee Cake

  US$4.00

TO GO | WHOLE CAKE OR PIE

• Whole Pie

  US$45.00

• Whole Cake

  US$55.00

• Custom Dessert

  ask your server

CONGRESS CREATIONS

• Passionfruit Margarita

  Reposado Tequila, Mezcal, Bergamot, Passionfruit, Lime

  US$13.00

• Dillinger Buck

  Bourbon, Local Prickly Pear Shrub, Lemon, Ginger Beer, Angostura Bitters

  US$11.00

• Honeysuckle Daquiri

  Pineapple Rum, Honeysuckle Liquor, Lime

  US$13.00

• Trojanda Spritz

  Pamplemousse Liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse, Lemon, Topo Chico Charged Water, Sparkling Wine

  US$13.00

• Ghost Orchid

  Citrus Vodka, Ginger Liqueur, Lemon, Crème de Violette, Peach Bitters, Ginger Beer

  US$11.00

• Peñasco Paloma

  Blanco Tequila, Grapefruit, Lime, Jarrito's Grapefruit Soda

  US$11.00

• Naranja Negroni

  Bison Grass Vodka, Sweet Vermouth, Aperol, Blood Orange Liqueur

  US$13.00

• Sonoran Solstice

  Suncliffe Gin, Heirloom Crème De Flora, Lemon, Honey, Orange Bitters, Marigold

  US$13.00

• HC G&T

  Gin, Saffron Liqueur, Lime, Elderflower Tonic

• East End Old Fashioned

  Bourbon, Rye, Black Pepper Demerara Sugar, Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters, Orange

  US$11.00

EATS

• Picacho Nacho

  fried corn tortilla chips, cowboy beans, chile con queso, pico de gallo, cilantro, sour cream

  US$10.00

• Mesquite Smoked Wings

  choice of buffalo, BBQ, sweet Thai chili; served with ranch or chipotle ranch

• Bavarian Pretzels

  beer cheese, whole honey grain mustard

  US$10.00

• Falafel Lettuce Wraps

  fried chickpea cakes, pickled vegetables, smoked cashews, harissa (3 per order)

  US$12.00

• Sidewinder Seasoned Fries

  beer battered and seasoned potato wedges, house-made chipotle ranch

  US$6.00

• BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

  house braised pork shoulder, house-made BBQ sauce, brioche bun, cole slaw

  US$12.00

• Congress Burger

  grilled beef burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, brioche bun

  US$12.00

COFFEE SHOP

• Espresso

  classic Italian shot

  US$4.00

• Cappuccino

  espresso, frothed milk

  US$4.75

• Cubano de Havana

  espresso, whole milk, raw sugar, cinnamon

  US$4.75

• Golden Milk Latte

  almond milk, turmeric, cinnamon, agave syrup

  US$4.75

• Chai Latte

  chai tea blend, milk

  US$5.00

• Mocha Azteca

  milk, espresso, cocoa powder, cinnamon, chili powder, cayenne, vanilla syrup

  US$5.25

• Cold Brew

  US$4.25

• Arbuckle's Ice Tea or Numi Hot Tea

  ask your server for available varieties

  US$3.25

• Cowboy Coffee

  house-blend coffee, espresso

  US$4.00

• Cafe Latte

  milk, espresso, frothed milk

  US$5.00

• House Horchata Iced Latte

  espresso, house horchata over ice

  US$5.00

• Breve

  espresso, half & half

  US$4.74

• Cafe Au Lait

  coffee, hot milk

  US$4.00

• Mocha

  espresso, chocolate, milk

  US$5.25

• Americano

  US$4.00

• Drip Coffee

  regular / decaf

  US$3.50