What to order at El Minuto Cafe

The dish to know
Cheese crisp and topopo salad
CuisineMexican
Price$$
Neighborhoodbarrio-viejo
HoursTue-Sat 11:00-20:00; Sun 11:00-15:00; closed Mon
The dishCheese crisp and topopo salad

Location

Address: 354 S Main Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701

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