roll, topped with tomatoes, tartar sauce and inspiring chipotle coleslaw. Delicious. Add traditional or sweet potato fries, coleslaw or fresh fruit to either entree and the triple bogey on No. 18 doesn’t sting as much. If you’re playing Sunday
morning, start play off right with a substantial breakfast buffet ($12.95) that includes all the usual goodies like an omelet station, fresh cut fruit, bacon-sausage, pastries, good strong coffee and a full bar.
Legend’s Bar & Grill Omni Tucson National Resort
From the thoughtfully developed bar service with an emphasis on local spirits and beers, to the expansive patio overlooking the picturesque 18th green, to the “legendary” cuisine from executive chef Jonathan Stutzman (who studied under celeb chef Emeril Lagasse at his restaurant Delmonico in New Orleans), you may never leave this dream 19th hole, which is widely considered one of the best in the state. The only problem you’ll have is deciding between Legend’s and another on-site Tucson institution – Bob’s Steak and Chop House, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Play both the Catalina and Sonoran courses and problem solved! After settling scores, treat
your playing partners to a round of Arizona Martinis ($10) made with award- winning Arizona Distilling’s Desert Dry Gin, Thumb Butte Prickly Pear Grapefruit Vodka, a splash of sweet French wine Lillet (think vermouth) and a lemon twist. The aromatic, tasty drink is like Arizona in a glass. Perfect. While sipping on those martinis, pass around a
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Before or after a round at Sewailo Golf Club at Casino del Sol, duck into UA- inspired Wildcats Grille for a satisfying local twist on a Breakfast Burrito or juicy Angus burger with all the fixings.
Flight of Hummus ($9) and Spicy Crab Fritters ($14). The creamy, tangy hummus flavors include smokey, Tahini Lime chipotle and seductive roasted red pepper. Totally vibrant! The trio is joined by fresh and crispy pita chips and fried garbanzo snaps. As your crew relaxes, whole lump crab meat fritters hit the table. The warm, golden brown treats are gently accompanied by an exotic curry remoulade. A return to local flavor
comes in the form of the Tucson Cobb Salad ($13). A bed of high-quality local greens lays a foundation for warm chopped grilled chicken, salty-smokey bacon lardons, fresh pico de gallo, chopped hard-boiled egg, crunchy- sweet corn, spicy Green Valley pecans, blue cheese crumbles and amazing blue cheese dressing. Who says man can’t live off salad alone? The taste of Tucson
continues with what should be called the (Legendary) Chorizo Burger ($16), a ridiculous proprietary blend of ground chuck, short rib, brisket and, yes, chorizo sausage served on a grilled challah roll and topped with blue cheese and applewood smoked bacon. Add other topping like caramelized or fried onions, jalapenos, avocado or sauteed mushroom
to elevate this burger to its mind-bending extreme. The Chorizo Burger and a variety of other sandwiches and burgers comes with house kettle chips, oregano lemon slaw or fresh fruit or local greens.
Wildcats Grille Sewailo Golf Club, Casino del Sol Resort
As its name implies, Sewailo Golf Club’s 19th hole also is home to the University of Arizona’s men’s and women’s golf teams, so you may see the occasional student-athlete refueling after honing their skills at the red, white and blue Wildcat-inspired venue. The Notah Begay III-
designed golf course is south of Tucson at Casino del Sol Resort and has garnered most of headlines since its 2014 opening. But the food as much as the golf keeps fans of this Pacua Yaqui Tribe property returning time and again. Executive chef Ryan Clark,
a Tucson native and one of Food and Wine Magazine’s “Best New Chefs in the Southwest,” brings decided Sonoran influences to the Wildcats Grille menu including the flavor- and protein-packed Breakfast Burrito ($8). This hearty handful includes fluffy scrambled eggs, Oaxaca-style
Mexican cheese, bright pico de gallo salsa and choice of chorizo, bacon, ham or breakfast sausage. Opt for the chorizo for the full experience and pair with a zesty Bloody Mary ($7) before heading to the first tee. If your group is playing
later in the day, stop in apres 18 for the Southwest Grilled Chicken Sandwich ($10), which again receives nice regional touches like more of that wondrous pico de gallo, chipotle-infused mayonnaise, Pepper Jack cheese and caramelized onions over a plump and flavorful chicken breast. Choose between chips, hot French fries or tater tots for a side. While settling scores and
devouring the sandwich, you’ll want to wash it down with a Modelo Chilada ($7), an oddly satisfying beer hybrid of Clamato tomato-clam juice and refreshing Modelo Especial American-style lager. You’ll swear you can see Puerto Penasco in the distance. n
DETAILS
The Overlook Restaurant at El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Club 10555 N. La Canada Drive, Oro Valley (520) 229-5355
www.elcongolfandtennis.com
Legends Bar and Grill at Omni Tucson National Resort 2727 W. Club Drive, Tucson (520) 297-2271
www.tucsonnational.com
Wildcats Grille at Sewailo Golf Club 5655 W. Valencia Road, Tucson (520) 838-6623
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