Illegal Pete's - Tucson Menu (2025 Update)

Welcome to Illegal Pete's - Tucson, a culinary haven located at 876 E University Blvd, where vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients come together to create a memorable dining experience. This local gem prides itself on crafting everything from scratch, ensuring each bite reflects quality and care.

  • Burritos and Bowls: Generous portions fill every bowl and burrito, loaded with wholesome ingredients that never skimp on flavor.
  • Tacos and Taquitos: Delight in the crispy, hand-rolled taquitos or the tantalizing tacos, each served with house-made sauces and salsas.
  • Margaritas: One of the highlights is their famous margarita mix, available to customize your ideal drink.
  • Atmosphere: The friendly service and vibrant college-town vibe make this a perfect spot for casual meals or social gatherings.

Illegal Pete's is not just a meal; it's a flavorful experience worth savoring in Tucson!

Classics

Burritos

US$8.89

Bowls

US$8.89

Salads

US$8.89

Nachos

US$9.49

Tacos

Pete's Green Chile

Quesadilla

US$8.99

Hand-Rolled Taquitos

Quesadillas & Taquitos

Beer Battered Fish

Baja Fish Burrito

Pete's famous Baja fish burrito - comes standard with cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime

US$10.29

Big Fish Burrito

'Don't call it a comeback, I been here for years' - the fully customizable Big Fish Burrito is back!

US$10.29

Baja Fish Bowl

Pete's famous Baja fish burrito... in a bowl! Comes standard with cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime

US$10.29

Big Fish Bowl

'Don't call it a comeback, I been here for years' - the fully customizable Big Fish Bowl is back!

US$10.29

Three Baja Fish Tacos

Served in corn tortillas with shredded cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime

US$10.29

Baja Fish Taco

Served in corn tortillas with shredded cabbage, salsa fresca, Baja sauce and a squeeze of lime

US$3.79

Kid's Burrito

A smaller burrito for kids!

US$5.29

Kid's Baja Fish Burrito

US$6.49

Kid's Bowl

A smaller bowl for kids!

US$5.39

Kid's Nachos

Smaller nachos for kids!

US$5.69

Kid's Quesadilla

A smaller quesadilla for kids!

US$5.39

Silly Sticks

Two hand-rolled taquitos for kids!

US$4.39

Kids Menu

Dessert and Sides

Large Chips & Dips

Small Chips & Dips

Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie

Chocolate Chip Cookies baked fresh daily!

US$2.69

Large Chips Only

US$1.99

Mexican Coke

US$3.19

Jarritos Grapefruit

US$2.99

Red Bull

US$3.59

Bubly (assorted flavors)

US$1.59

Hoplark Citra-Hop Water

Zero Alcohol, Zero Calorie, Flavor Bomb. A dry hopped, sparkling water that's Whole30 approved.

US$4.20

Aquafina

US$2.79

House Margarita Mix

Pete's famous marg mix, you provide the rest of the margarita fixings

Sodas & Teas

Extras

Queso

Pete's famous queso, lovingly referred to as liquid gold! Chips Not Included

Guac

Hand-smashed (by hands), daily. As we like to say, welcome to the guactagon! Chips Not Included

Salsa Fresca (Mild)

House-made salsa with tomatoes, jalapenos, onions and cilantro Chips Not Included

Tomatillo Verde Salsa (Medium)

House-made salsa with tomatillos, cilantro, and green chiles Chips Not Included

Chile Corn (Medium)

House-made salsa with corn, jalapenos, cilantro, red onion and poblanos Chips Not Included

Picante Salsa (Hot)

House-made hot salsa with tomatoes, jalapenos, serrano peppers, onions, and cilantro and a special blend of spices Chips Not Included

House Hot (XXXtra Hot)

House-made salsa, made with roasted chiles de arbol, roasted tomatoes, garlic and tomatillos. It's our extra hot smoky specialty! Chips Not Included

Grilled Chicken

Marinated for over 24 hours in pineapple and grapefruit juices and a myriad of spices and flawlessly char-grilled!

Grilled Steak

Niman Ranch meat that's butchered right in house! No anti-biotics or added hormones- vegetarian fed and raised outdoors!

Mexican Coke Carnitas

Niman Ranch pork that's raised outdoors without anti-biotics or added hormones. Slow cooked with Mexican Coke and shredded to perfection.

Barbacoa

Niman Ranch meat that's butchered in house- slow cooked with potatoes and other goodies, and then shredded to perfection.

Pete's Green Chile

Case O'Salsa

US$12.99

Case O'Queso

US$19.99

Case O'Combo

US$24.99

Case O'Guac

US$29.99

Party Favors

Friends & Family Meals

Taco Meal

Taco Night! This meal kit serves 4 people with: 3 tacos, small chips & salsa and a chocolate chip cookie for each person

US$45.00

Nacho Meal

The only thing better than Nachos are Nachos on your couch. This kit makes nachos for 4, and includes a chocolate chip cookie for each person!

US$55.00