Pros- least expensive of all the Fox restaurants you can sit down and eat quickly you pay for your food first and then sit down very filling and voluminous meal doesn't give you any food coma afterwards most meals are under $10 good iced tea and Diet Dr Pepper from the fountain Cons- not super imaginative; most people can cook better can be crowded and also hard to find parking nearby
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Nicole M.
Fast, reasonably price, and delicious! The Caesar Parmesan pizza is good! as well as their pepperoni pizza. Although it would be nice if their crust was slightly thicker.
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Greg E.
I'm not normally a fan of Fox restaurants but this one is pretty good. I ordered there summer deal for 2 which got us a salad a pizza and some wine for $20 (pretty good deal). The food was nothing amazing (though I really like the pizza's super thin crust) but was still pretty good. Without the summer deal I'd say things are a tad on the pricey side but overall pretty standard for the kind of lunch place that it is.
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Yolanda G.
One of my favorite places to go to. The salads are very tasty and their lasagna is always perfect! The grilled cheese and tomato soup are fantastic! The staff is friendly and helpful. The only complaint I have is that they only offer. Cheesecake and tiramisu for dessert. Wish there were just a few more choices.
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Sara S.
Mmmm. The pizza and salad here are pretty good. Me and my parents normally split two pizza and a salad. The caprese salad is really good. I like the chunks of mozzarella in it! The mozzarella, fontina, and basil pizza is also good. The crust is nice and crispy! Overall, it's a great place to eat if you're looking for a quick, easy, and light meal!
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Mike M.
This place has quality thin-crust pizza. It can't compare to Grimaldi's which has the best pizza I have ever had, but Sauce is closer and easier to pick up. Their best pizza is the rosemary potato, it is quite tasty.
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Sam L.
im not really a fan of fox restaurant concepts. the staff is average. the pizza is thin which isnt a problem but the cheese makes it taste like a greasy cracker (im not a fan) the sandwiches are average not bad but nothing special. I think this restaurant is over rated.
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Travis T.
I love sauce! I can eat a lot of food so I always order a side of Mac and Cheese and a pizza. I've had almost all the pizzas and they're all delicious. Fresh ingredients and awesome thin crust. I'll continue coming here once every week or 2.
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David D.
I love Sauce. Great place to take the kids or a great place to order. Staff is friendly. Pizza is great. Salad is awesome, every one of them. I would give it 5 stars but there are not enough four top tables in the restaurant. That is my only complaint.
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A. M.
My husband and I fell in love with this place while on vacation in Tucson. Very yummy pizza, salad, and wine. The atmosphere is fun and modern. Good prices and friendly service. I made sure to tell my friends, who vacation in AZ, about it. I wish they had one in OR!
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Tammy N.
Went to Sauce last night. First off, waaaay too bright for me inside and out as I have no desire to examine my neighbor's facial hair while dining. One of my kids's loves it. She gets the chicken caesar salad pizza and attempts to eat it all in one sitting. The beer is reasonably priced, the bottled water over priced and the pizza right there in the middle. Most pizzas are around $10....not bad I guess but they are thin - really thin - crust, not a lot of cheese and I don't think you can really share it - you would leave hungry. The food is tasty, I will give it that. Let's put it this way - Sauce is a great place to go for a snack.
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Brian C.
Went here today for a late lunch around 4:30pm, ordered the Baked Beef Lasagna. Received my food and was not disappointed. WOW what a change in service and food same restaurant different location. I will keep coming back to this location for sure. Keep of the good work guys/gales.
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Dave M.
Decent food, good prices. The pizza and pasta are all pretty good I have tried just about everything on the menu and have been pleased.
(3)
Eleana H.
I love Sauce.. their gluten free pizzas are large.. and they don't charge extra for the crust! That's so freaking awesome. I love their truffle wild mushroom arugula pizza, its super amazing and I always have leftovers for my lunch the next day! My only wish is for them to start cranking out some Gluten free pasta... ooh yeah then I'll be there everyday
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Rachel D.
Ordered a Gluten Free pizza to go with red sauce, spicy chicken sausage, & asparagus without cheese. It was great that night for dinner, but the next day when I nuked 2 pieces for lunch it became hard like a hockey puck and I couldn't eat half of it. I still have 6 pieces left from Wed. & the slice r curling up. What does that mean? Should I nuke for 5-10 secs or just eat it cold? Too bad they r not in IL.
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Mark O.
No pineapple.. Really? All pizza places should have pineapple... Don't like it? Move back to new York or Chicago... :-) if you like clamata olives and an East coast feel you will love this. If you grew up with traditional West coast pizza? It was OK but I wouldn't buy it again. I gave it 4 to not offend my daughter who brought us here. Love you!
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Monique B.
Staying in Tucson one night, my family was looking for something quick but still a sit down place. When we first walked in, it was all a little overwhelming with the menu on the wall, but we quickly found a paper version. Although we had a ton of questions about everything, the staff was extremely attentive and detailed. Currently now through the end of August, they are running a "Sampler of Summer." I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND! It's basically any pizza with any salad and a glass of wine. (There are upcharges on some stuff but just ask the staff, they will help!) My wife and I chose this deal. The staff was so sweet that they split the salad for us without an additional charge. We ordered the turkey and feta salad with a cheese pizza on their thin crust. The salad was sooo refreshing. It included chunks of turkey with crumbled up feta, arugula, roasted corn, and almonds. The dressing was light and a great complement with the salad. Then the pizza was thin thin thin. But not so thin that the pizza slice just flopped when you picked it up. It still had structure and weight. Throughout the entire meal, we always had someone coming over to see how we were doing and even if we wanted glasses of water. I think the manager even came over and asked. We were having such a great time that we ordered dessert and i got their giant cookie and my wife got the tiramisu. The cookie was a cross of a chocolate chip and macadamia nut. Still great. The tiramisu was decent. It seemed a little small for the price but good all the same. Since our todddler was being fussy, it was great that the staff took our dessert order table side instead of me getting back in line. Staff: A+ Food: A Clean: A The only downside is that there isn't one closer to me.
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Becca O.
It took me a long time to finally make it to Sauce. I had been told repeatedly by friends how amazing this place was, and I was honestly slightly let down. The atmosphere is nice and the "order at the counter and find a table" concept was perfect for what we needed that day, but the food was slightly lacking. My mom and I got a pizza with onions, peppers, and ham, which is our favorite, and it was decent but not stellar. Also, I walked to the counter to order ranch at one point in time and the waiter that was standing there interrupted and said he'd bring it but then completely forgot and I had to ask someone else 10 minutes later. It was an innocent mistake and not a big deal but was slightly irritating regardless. I'd give this place another try in order to try something besides the pizza because the pasta looked amazing, but I don't know that I'd recommend it to anyone.
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Ayla R.
Another great experience at Sauce! Catching a quick dinner on the way to Roadhouse and a well-crafted salad sounded like a great dinner! The hubby and I swung over to the Campbell location. I love the interior and the concept as a whole. The wine list is well rounded and considering the restaurant very casual type and the prices, it is actually quite impressive. I got the beet and arugula salad for the first time. I got this with no cheese and was really quite impressed! The portion was pretty modest, but I didn't anticipate otherwise. C got a panini (I think roast beef) and enjoyed it as well. If I only had one suggestion to Sauce (which I basically only have one) it is more vegan options :)
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Nicole K.
I LOVE this place! The local Tucsonians know how to eat right! Service 5 stars plus! Food was on point--5 stars. Great price for how much food you get! Location/seating/ambiance is complete but fun--5 stars. I really like the red/black/white interior design. Since it was my first time here I wanted to try multiple things so my friend and I shared their Winter Vegetable Salad $7.50, and the pesto chicken pizza $9? with the hand tossed crust. I also had a glass of their house red wine, the Chianti (pronounced "kee-yan-tee") which was light/ flavorful and pairs quite nicely with pizza! The salad was perfection, crunch and slightly sweet due to the walnuts cranberries and yam, but also slightly bitter due to the arugula and Brussels sprouts. So good! This reminds me of the veggies my mom makes back home in Cali. If you like a variety of roasted veggies you will really enjoy this one. The pizza was also very good. Thin crust and seasoned wonderfully. The pesto was not too oily or greasy which is sometimes a problem with pesto dishes. It could have had a few more tomatoes on it. If the carb load from the pizza isn't enough, they also give each person a little baggy with freshly baked sourdough bread to enjoy while you wait for your food.
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Rachael H.
I love sauce, but not this one. I went with my mom for lunch and our server dropped burning hot pizza on my moms arm and burned her really bad. We asked if we could at least keep the pizza that we didn't order since she burned the shit out of my mom. The server said yes and said she would put it in a to go box and she never came back so my mom talked to the manager who refused to take responsibility for the situation. Then the server lied and said that she came back to check on us and told us she couldn't give us the pizza even though that never happened. Not only that but we've been there on other occasions and my salad didn't have avocado when it was suppose too and when I told them they wanted to charge me for the avocado even though there wasn't any on the salad and it said on the menu that it came with it. Don't go to this sauce.
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Austin S.
I went to Sauce recently with a friend for a weekday lunch. She ordered the pine nut salad and I had the seasonal winter veg salad with a cup of white bean soup. Overall, the food was alright. My salad had some seriously raw butternut squash in it and my soup was lukewarm. The accompanying bread was nice, however. While the food merits only 3 stars, I do always appreciate the friendly service here. The staff is great and frequently comes by to check on their diners, even though you order at the counter. This location is clean and expedient at moving diners through during busy lunch hours. Sauce is not my favorite Fox concept (hello Wildflower!) but it remains an easy spot to hit for lunch in this area.
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Annie G.
Perfect place for a quick bite. Plenty of healthy options as well as comfort food options! I usually frequent Panera or Paradise but this is my new favorite.
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Tyler D.
Seems like a decent place to get a quick lunch, so I wish the pizza was a bit better. Mine was extra crunchy and dry with the cheese particularly burned. My girlfriends salad had lots of tiny chopped veggies but was scarce with the arugula/greens. I think the best part ended up being the drinks. Next time I'll go with a sandwich, not sure I'd give the pizza another chance.
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Ajla H.
I love sauce! It is so convenient and fast and is my go to place for take-out, lunch, dinner, anything. I would have my birthday dinners here if my family and friends allowed it! I've never had a meal here I didn't love. I even turned my boyfriend into a major Sauce lover (he used to think it was overpriced for small meals and a "girly" place to eat). From the very first moment I brought sauce home, he was hooked. The portions are always decently sized and there is something available for everyones taste. I usually get their salads (all are amazing). The caprese salad isn't the best for take out, I am not fully sure why but it never comes out right. You can substitute any of the dressings with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, which is what i usually do when I am trying to be "healthy". Their bread rolls are to die for especially when they are fresh out of the oven and warm (no shame in asking for extras of these goodies). Pizzas are great, especially if you love really thin crust. I also looove their mac n cheese and the pasta with broccoli and chicken is just as good, if not better (essentially the same as their mac n cheese plus the protein and veggie). The tomato soup is great as well. I have my favorites and I usually stick to them but everything I tried over the years here I have liked.
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Amanda S.
My friend has been trying to get me to go here for awhile now, so yesterday we went. We both chose a different salad and shared a pizza. My salad was the quinoa-beet... it was delicious. It was also so filling that I could only finish half + one piece of pizza. If you are looking for an excellent lunch/dinner choice, I recommend this highly. Filling+delicious+ very healthy. My friend had the turkey-feta salad which was also really good. This was very hearty as well and the combo of veggies was a bit more common for those too afraid of beets. We shared the wild mushroom, arugula, and parmesan pizza (thin crust). This pizza was also very good, and very light for a pizza. I love the really crispy and light thin crust. The only thing was that our pizza had kind of a lot of a arugula. But honestly that is not even a complaint because I love it and will never turn down a giant pile of fresh, leafy greens... All in all, I can't wait to come back for another salad/nice lunch.
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Morgan J.
This location is the best Sauce I've been to in both Phoenix and Tucson. The service is great, restaurant is always kept clean, and the food is quick. The cheese and broccoli pasta is by far my favorite dish and the little bread rolls that come with each meal simply melt in your mouth! It's not my favorite Fox Restaurant Concept but for a quick service place they do provide the amazing quality of service you expect from Fox. Call in orders are my favorite here because they are always ready upon my arrival and have yet to forget or mess up anything!
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Cristina R.
Get the thin crust pizza!! It is delicious!! It is up there with the best pizzas I have ever had. Great concept for a restaurant and the servers are very helpful and friendly. Also had the turkey panini which was ok, but that pizza.. Yum! Paired everything with a glass of chianti and it was a dinner from heaven!
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Christina C.
Anyone who knows me knows that I seriously go to sauce way too often. I can't help, I love it. I usually get the chicken gorgonzola salad... and the macaroni and cheese. This may seem like too much food for a small person and you are right, but I don't care. When I go with my boyfriend, I usually get the chicken caesar salad, macaroni and cheese, and pizza (half sausage and peppers/half arugula and mushroom). That may seem like too much food for 2 people, but we like food. Sauce is so good. Everything is so fresh and so yum. It's quick, easy, and tasty. Sauce, you rock.
(5)
Jinny H.
I'm gluten intolerant, so I thought that I wouldn't see pizza for a long time. Sauce has a gluten free crust that is amazing!! They charged $2 extra for the crust, but it was worth it. Tasty, too.
(5)
Kathy N.
I think my daughter felt sorry for me when she offered to treat me to lunch today. You see, I was handed a lovely speeding ticket at 5:15 this morning (yes, I was guilty but c'mon...a radar gun on Swan at 5:15 in the morning?) so she and my grandkids met me at Sauce. Between us (2 adults and 2 very small children) we ordered a child's portion of mac'n cheese, a 1/2 pepperoni and 1/2 cheese pizza, a salad and a big ole cookie. The salad was mine and it was an unexpected taste treat - a quinoa and golden beet salad served over fresh arugula/greens with pistachios, goat cheese and apples and tossed in a red wine vinaigrette. It was so delicious that I ate every bite! The kids devoured their mac'n cheese which was just okay in my opinion. Pizzas at Sauce are always good but I didn't eat any of this one. The giant cookie we all shared was soft, chewy and full of deliciousness. The customer service is great at this location. Everyone was very patient and quite accommodating. When I got up and went to the front counter to ask for a booster seat for the 2 year old, the young man told me to have a seat and he'd bring it right to our table. A young woman checked on us a couple of times and cleared our table of empty dishes towards the end of our meal. Someone even was at the door, holding it open for us as we left and were balancing kids on one hip and purses, drink and food boxes on the other. ** I swear it wasn't because the kids were misbehaving, the staff was just that nice. It'd been a while since I've eaten at Sauce and the menu looks completely updated but I was sad to see my favorite melon and prosciutto pizza is no longer available. That just makes me sad.
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Frank C.
Ate here twice in one week. It's a pretty loud place but the food is great. I would never have expected to find good pizza in Tucson but it's there. If I'm ever in the area again I definitely would return. The service was very friendly and the food was great.
(5)
Shiying X.
First time here! So yummy, and the decor is stylish! Great fast food experience in such a high end looking restaurant!
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Meghan G.
I get a Sauce craving about once a week and I'm never disappointed. I was really impressed with one of my more recent visits by the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. I put in a to-go order and the staff was really helpful and had everything fresh and ready when I arrived. A great option for quick and delicious food!
Now that the new owners bought it (Benihana) you can no longer bring your doggy. Service was much slower. And quality is staff went down. Sorry.
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Scott K.
Went to sauce about 2 years ago and was kind of disappointed with the pizza and salad seemed like a small amount food for a lot of money. Went back three weeks ago to givem another shot and have been back twice since! We definitely like the hand tossed (thicker) crust! Plus a salad , all of which have nice ingredients. Not sure I something actually changed or it was just a fluke day but sauce is our new favorite place !
(5)
Amber P.
Awesome place to have a casual dinner at a good price. Iv never had anything that I haven't liked. I believe there is new ownership. I have noticed the staffs mannerism has become more friendly/helpful (not that they weren't before). It's always packed and there is a reason for it.
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Leah W.
Staff are SO friendly and customer service oriented! You never have to wait too long for your food, and it is cooked within view so you know it is always fresh. Food quality is amazing. Favorite is the pepperoni pizza on hand stretched crust and the Mac and cheese. Can't find Mac n cheese like this anywhere else!
(5)
Nori G.
Not sure what has happened with Sauce. Our experience was poor. My husband's pizza was badly burned and they still served it with a straight face. We sent it back and the replacement wasn't much better. My pizza had about 4 pieces of chicken on it and some cheese and cost about $11.00. They need better management at this location.
(2)
Chrissy K.
After eating here and being asked if I liked the food, all I could do was shrug and say, "It was okay." It wasn't bad by any means: I'd definitely be willing to come back to grab some pizza in an exams-induced food pinch, but the restaurant design kind of conned me into believing the food was gonna be more amazing than it was. Bottom line: I've been meaning to try Sauce since, like, 2007 (in my defense, I did not live in Tucson for the following 4 years). I don't feel like I missed out out on much during the wait.
(3)
Ty F.
For what it is -- a quick and yummy lunch spot, this is a great place. Place your order at the counter and the friendly wait staff will bring you food to you. We ordered the GF pepperoni pizza and I was surprised at how big the pizza was (about 14") with a crispy thin crust. Sure they could have used more spinach (skimpy), but the pizza was quite tasty. Service was so much faster than Renee's Organic Oven. SO much faster and I felt like I was really getting my money's worth. The potato white bean soup was yummy as was the tomato bisque. Fill your own beverage bar (free refills). This place looks busy with the business lunch crowd and at noon on a Weds, we had no problem finding a seat. I recommend! Parking looks a bit crowded because of the other restaurants in the same strip mall, but if you don't mind a short walk it's not a problem.
(5)
Adam P.
Better choices at this price point. I go back but not often. I have to be in the area and it's one of the few choices. It's a good, solid lunch spot, quick and easy it's just not going to blow you away. Although it is very consistent I'll give it that so you never get a bad outing. And decent salad options to stay on healthy side. But there's something generic about the place so I like something a little more fun.
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Karen M.
Um. No no, not "yum", just "um". People eat here on purpose? I ordered the chicken caesar pizza, thinking it was a pizza that was a take on caesar, maybe with a white sauce instead of tomato. (Sauce! right?) Nope. I got naan bread heated til it got stiff, with a tomato and lettuce salad dressed with oil and vinegar and some boiled chicken dumped on top, with giant pieces of shaved cheese. No sauce, ! or otherwise. This was not pizza, and it was also not good. About what I would expect from a pizzeria if the oven was broken. I tried my husband's sausage chicken pizza, doughy and with a canned tasting sauce that made me almost glad mine had none, a tira misu with no tia maria in it, a creme brulee cheescake (yo hello, "Brulee" means burnt, what on earth is "brulee" about a slice of cheesecake?), and a roast beef panini made with maybe more flatbread, soggy and bland. Would not recommend a single thing on the table. I guess I was expecting a more upscale experience, Sauce! sounds like an upscale experience but it eats like Dominos. GO TO CHOICE GREENS! Seriously, it's a chopped salad place that makes little gourmet pizzas 1000x better than this, and it's less expensive.
(1)
Paulina N.
My favorite Sauce in town. This is mainly due to the nice staff. They're always welcoming, friendly, with quick service. Also, my brother & I came with my pups one time (we were on our way somewhere, and had to take them with), and they were very accommodating even though they said pets weren't allowed in the patio area. It was an inconvenience to have them during our pit stop for lunch, but I'm glad they didn't give us a hard time. Food is always good here, with nothing ever having to be sent back. I'm pretty sure I usually ALWAYS get the Chicken Caesar Pizza, and it's usually always yummy. (: Good food, good service, good times.
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Brad H.
My wife and I ate there on a Saturday evening. This was our first visit and we have always wanted to try this. Sauce is part of the Fox Restaurant Concepts (Zinburger, Wildflower, etc.). We shared a sausage & pepperoni thin crust pizza (with roasted red peppers, red onion, and crimini mushrooms), baked beef lasagna, and a side salad with Caesar dressing. All was very yum. The pizza was tasty and satisfying. Never had crimini mushrooms before, but as a mushroom lover, I really enjoyed the texture and the flavor. The lasagna was delicious. It was interesting to dissect it and see that there was only one thin layer of tomato sauce on the inside. It was topped with the tomato sauce, which was very good. It was tomato/basil that tasted similar to that kind of soup. Really good. It was moist and the pasta was good. The salad was large and the dressing was a little more vinegary than other Caesar dressings we had, but we enjoyed this. The extra vinegar made the salad taste fresh. The service was excellent. This is a type of place where you order at a counter and they give you a number so that you can have your food delivered to you. The servers were always asking how were things and checking up on you. The manager also did that. Very tasty. I recommend going there.
(4)
Lisa C.
This Sauce really gets their gluten free pizza crust right! Always perfect! Love the mushroom and arugula gluten free pizza. Great ambiance and a really nice, thoughtful, with a great attention to detail manager Kristin. This is the best of all the Sauce locations!
I'm conflicted between giving this place 3 or 4 stars. The food wasn't fantastic, but I think Sauce does a good job for what they mean to do--churn out quick and simple pizzas, pastas, salads, and sandwiches. And the bread/pizza crust was fantastic (always a sucker for carbs...sigh). Pasta with broccoli cheese sauce - 2.5/5 Very simply made watery cheese sauce. I probably could have made better pasta at home (haha). Granted, the pasta came out really quickly and also comes with a side of yummy, chewy, house-made bread. Chicken pesto pizza - 4/5 I think the hand-stretched crust is one of the best I've ever had--thin crust but still has a really good chew to it. The aged parmesan and globs of fresh mozzarella made me so happy, and I like that they use grape tomato halves instead of huge tomato slices. Environment/service - 3/5 Clean and casual. Good for small groups of people. Only complaint about the service is that they forgot our bread until the end, and we had to remind them to bring it out for us. Bottom line: Average, casual place to go to for lunch or dinner. I'd pick the pizza over their pastas, no contest.
(4)
Brianna H.
We LOVE this place! So quick and casual for a family dinner. The staff is always so friendly and helpful. Interact with my kids and refilling drinks and clearing our table with a smile. Makes us feel so welcome.! And the food is always delicious! Love the consistency and taste of everything! Tomato soup is my favorite and this is the ONLY place I will eat meatballs! In fact I double order and take them home to eat later. Thank you Kristin for agreeing with me that meatballs at other places taste like "alpo". Lol! Salads are so fresh and creative and the Mac and cheese is ridiculous! Thanks for another awesome family dinner out! We will be back!
(5)
Gilbert T.
Have come here both times because the Einsteins at Old Chicago don't have enough servers, however it's their loss since Sauce is awesome. The pizza is very tasty and you don't feel like a fatty eating it since it's not very greasy. Service is nice and the place looks nice. Get the cookies, they're delicious!
(5)
Sarah W.
Excellent thin crust pizza with scrumptious and creative salads. This place was packed for lunch and offered a variety of bottled beers.
(5)
Tiffany S.
This review boils down to two facts. One, the caramelized onion and mushroom pizza is extremely satisfying. And two, the service is on spot with their quick and accommodating style. It is a great place to go when you might be feeling semi-upscale but don't feel like making an event out of dinner or dropping allot of cash. Sauce occupies that middle ground where you can relax or you can economically and quickly fill up on some tried and true gourmet flavors in a rush. You order at the counter and 1-2 servers are on hand to bring food and refill water glasses. Also the kale and salmon salad is an excessively delicious way to balance out a pizza dinner.
(4)
Jackson H.
Let me just say, AWESOME SAUCE! Literally! This place serves some of the best pizza and Mac and Cheese in town. The staff is very friendly and they are more than willing to help you with anything. The two greatest things about the restaurant in my opinion are the speediness of the service and the atmosphere. The most I have waited for my food is like 20 mins and one time they had my group of 8's food out in 5 mins. Just wow! Every single restaurant should strive to gain this level of satisfaction. The atmosphere is perfect for families and you order first and then go sit down so the proceed is sped up and you get more time to actually enjoy your selves instead of worrying about your food. Fox Restaurants, well done. Very well done. Thanks a ton for this amazing addition in Tucson.
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George C.
I really like Sauce. And my kids do also. That makes this place a winner. Stopped in with my wife and kids. My wife and I shared the Summer Special (Pizza, Salad, and Wine for $20). My kids got the Mac&Cheese and a basic pasta. We were all extremely pleased. The pizza was so tasty and the salad was tangy and fresh (we had the Walnut Chicken). I only wish there was a location closer to downtown.
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Deborah S.
I've been to Sauce in Tucson and Phx for years. I'm smitten with the fresh tasty salads- crisp healthy simplicity! Finally convinced the folks to tag along. They prefer pizza leaning more toward the sicilian 'sigi' style than thin or hand-tossed, but they obliged and Sauce won! We ordered two salads, a cup of soup, and two pizzas to share. Shortly after ordering, the manager, Erin, greeted us, tableside, to inform us that the salmon was actually unavailable - as it was cooking- and would not be ready- so she apologized and asked if she could offer a different entree; we switched for a different salad... i jokingly mentioned it was their first time to sauce and she was surprised... needless to say, the folks evidently made a big impression (as always) and for the remainder of our dining experience we felt as if we were the only table in the restaurant- royal treatment! Checking in, refilling drinks, saying goodbye, even holding the door when leaving.... it's those little things, that only take a minute... that matter... Great food, Great Service! Kudos, to Erin and the staff, you definitely know how to get repeat customers!
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Kim S.
I have Yelp to thank for leading us to this yummy restaurant... We had just gotten into town from a long drive from San Diego and wanted to get lunch before checking into our hotel. We were so hungry we were ready to eat anything...we were calling out every fast food place as we passed it and nothing sounded good. Oh yeah! My Yelp app! Thank goodness!! We had the kiddos with us so we went for quick and easy without really even looking at the menu. So we ordered A pepperoni pizza and the mac n cheese. Very very very good...buuuttttt...my husband and I couldn't help but notice other peoples meals and wish we had something else too! Really wish we had come back one more time during our trip to try a few more items...oh well, next time. Or I can just hope that Fox Restaurants starts adding these restaurants to CA and not just True Food :) Please :)
(4)
Kevin E.
Another fantastic Fox creation, just a bit jealous of that dude. Anyway, the staff here are consistently some of the friendliest people. Manager is also very helpful and usually comes by to check how the food is/was. Kale and salmon salad is my new favorite but can't go wrong with their thin crust pizzas. Delicious food, great service, no complaints.
(4)
Gabriela F.
I want to update my last review. This place has really sucked lately, we have had issues the last three times we have visited and tonight they were pretty bad. Get your sh*t together sauce. Bringing out Mac n cheese and then having us wait twenty minutes for our pizza (on the wrong crust) is dumb. Won't be coming back for a while. Have had to wait so long between each dish that it's ridiculous each time we have been here.
(2)
Adrienne K.
Oh my goodness. Probably the best pizza and salad I have ever tasted. Absolutely delish! Affordable. High quality. Exceptional service. It's also great that they offer a full beer and wine selection. Five stars!
(5)
Melissa J.
I love the super thin crust on their pizza. We like to go and split a pizza and a salad when we're looking for a relatively quick and tasty meal out. The rosemary potato pizza is awesome. It's certainly not the best restaurant around, but its pretty awesome for a chain. And I totally enjoy the Diet Dr. Pepper in the soda fountain.
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Jessica G.
Ok I feel like I must finally review Sauce. I have been conflicted about this place for years, six years of living directly across the street from it to be exact. It often gets suggested as a place to go and I usually end up there only when I can't come up with some other place to suggest quick enough. I'm from the northeast, so pizza is very important to me and if I'm having quick or a inexpensive pizza I don't want it to be fancy. I don't want to HAVE to eat it with a fork, though here I always end up having to do that. That said I do like on occasion to have fancy pizza. When that urge arises I don't want to order it from a cafeteria line like I'm back in grade school and have it served on a plastic tray. The pizza is average but it just seems like it's never what I'm hoping for- something, somewhere is missing. It's trying too hard to be two things and not fully succeeding at either one, and such a sad thing too as it really has the potential to be better if it could just make up it's mind.
(3)
Anne D.
Love sauce. It's so quick and I love the call in order. The kale salad with salmon is so great with the cashews and the dressing isn't over powering. The mac and cheese has such a great flavor and the shells are always prepared perfectly. It's easy to go in for a quick dinner and go. Friendly staff and great food!!
(5)
Mary Y.
Happened to pass by this restaurant while I followed my hubby on a business trip. I should have known its part of the Fox restaurant group. The decor and food items seemed very familiar. This place is nice and casual for lunch.. They have patio seating as well. I ordered the Mozzarella & Fontina Cheese & Basil pizza. The server recommended getting it on a wheat dough that is more doughy so I selected that. But when my pizza came out, apparently there was miscommunication so I just came away with a white thin crust. It still was crispy and delicious. The price point was fair.
(4)
Dennis T.
Took the family to Sauce the other night for dinner. We've been in Tucson for over 2 years and this was the first time eating here. What were we waiting for?! We had an excellent experience. Sauce has a great atmosphere with outstanding service. The staff is fast and very friendly. Make no mistake, Sauce is all about the food. The pizza has a delicious thin-cripsy-cracker crust and the sauce is outstanding! We also tried the meatball panini and chicken Caesar salad to the delight of our tastebuds. After such a satisfying first visit, we look forward to making Sauce a regular visit.
(5)
Kamryn C.
I tend to forget about Sauce, but the few times I've been the food has been great. On my most recent visit, a friend and I shared the vegetable and avocado salad and the rosemary potato pizza. The salad was filled with diced carrots, zucchini, asparagus, cucumber, corn, tomatoes, hefty pieces of avocado and some type of cheese sprinkled over it. Oh, there was lettuce as well, but the chopped vegetables were much more plentiful. The salad Is healthy and light, while still being filling and provided a great start to the meal as well as ensuring that I received my 5 servings of vegetables that day. The pizza came out quickly and was equally as good as the salad. We ordered it on thin crust, which was cracker-like, but still provides ample support for the toppings. The rosemary flavor was infused in every bite, and I love rosemary, so this was not a bad thing. In addition to the potatoes, the pizza had olive tapenade, spinach, and some cheese- I think fontina. The flavors on the pizza were complex and hit an array of taste buds. I probably won't veer from this pizza in the future. Throw in cheap wine by the glass and the promptness of the service, and you've got the makings of a good meal. Sauce isn't the place I would go when I'm craving a slice of pizza, but when wanting pizza, salad, and a good glass of wine (on the cheap) this is the place to go.
(4)
Corey D.
Consistent in the way you'd expect a chain to be. Prompt in the way you'd expect fast food to be. Economical if you go there this summer for pizza, 2 glasses of wine and a salad. $20 baby! Sure, the food isn't outta the park imaginative. My favorite salad continues to be the "market" at Pasco and the "thai curry" is my 'za of choice up at Renee's Organic Oven. I do enjoy Sauce though, especially when the weather is nice enough to sit outside on the patio. It's strange because a place called sauce, it's actually not my favorite part. They have a good veggie salad, even better when you add chicken, and margherita pizza easy cheese is king. Know Before You Go: Bring someone with. You'll have a better time if you get things and split!
(3)
Isabella J.
I remember the days when Sauce truly wowed me. I couldn't get enough of their mushroom and caramelized onion pizza with a chopped veggie salad. That was 4 years ago. Now, I'm no longer wowed, but when the craving hits or the boyfriend and I can't decide on dinner, Sauce conveniently comes to the rescue. The top notch Sam Fox service standards are still in place, it's fast, friendly, and still tasty. They do have a new thick crust available, which is a smart addition to their menu, but I still prefer the thin crust. For an easy and low-key night out, Sauce fits the bill. And you can usually eat a pizza, salad, and have a beer or a glass of wine for about $30 for two people, I'd say that's pretty good considering most of my outings these days with my BF are upwards of $60 (before tip) every time! Whats up with that Tucson?
(3)
Blaine A.
Ehhh is the best way to describe sauce. I've been coming here for years because it's convenient but I often leave feeling unsatisfied. Especially by their salads and I am a big salad person. The kale salmon one was fishy and gross. New quinoa and beet one was bland and boring. I do like their pizza bc the thin crust. And the Mac and cheese is good. Also I love their warm rolls. It's really their salads that continue to disappoint - but a girl can't be eating Mac and pizza on the regs, come on!
(3)
Brenner T.
4.5...rounded UP. TIP: They just started their "$20 Sampler" item: a pizza, a salad, and two glasses of wine (disclaimer: chardonnay and chianti only). This is a great deal since my salad and pizza alone was $18 tonight. I had heard positive things about Sauce from a few of my buddies here in Tucson, so I decided to give it a whirl. I've been to Wildflower, also a Fox restaurant (will review soon...I'm going to go back for dinner soon to give a full review on both lunch & dinner), so I expected good things from Sauce. My hopes were fulfilled. I pulled up around 7:15 tonight (Tuesday). Not having been here before, I expected a sit-down, full-service type of place...I planned to order my usual water and then explore Yelp reviews for what everyone recommended-- nope! Haha, I was surprised when I walked in and it was one of the restaurants where you kind of order at the counter (menus on the wall). I didn't mind this at all, so I made a split decision without consulting my fellow Yelpers and went ahead and ordered from the upbeat, friendly employee. Sauce has a slightly modern atmosphere and feel to it, which I appreciated. Vegetable salad ($6.75): I'm not one to order this type of salad too often (I'm a Caesar guy), but WOW. For the price, this packs an incredible punch-- and a delicious (understatement) one at that!! It consisted of chopped carrots, cucumber, avocado, sliced cherry tomatoes, corn, a bit of asparagus, and lettuce, all tossed in their raspberry vinaigrette. HUGE FAN. I wanted at least a little something with substance after my workout and this couldn't have been much better. Easily 5 stars for the price. Chicken Pesto, tomato, & aged parmesan ($9.75): This pizza was also quite tasty for the price and their default, 12'' size. The pesto wasn't overly strong and was used in just the right amount. The cherry tomatoes were sliced in half, scattered, and baked on with the chicken. Now...the crust. The crust that was sans toppings was very light and crunchy. TIP: Ask for a small side of their red sauce they use on their pasta. I dipped my crust in it and it was a winning combo. I had plenty of pizza left over for another meal since the salad was so filling. I'm pretty stingy with 5-star ratings, but this Sauce property earned it within their tier of restaurant.
(5)
Chelsey T.
The food is delicious and very reasonably priced. The staff are always super friendly. They have a summer deal with a pizza, a full salad and 2 glasses of wine for $20. I just love it there.
(5)
Tuyen C.
Whoever is the brain behind all of the FRC (Fox Restaurant Concepts) is a genius. They have restaurants that cater to every budgets. While Sauce is not a cheap fast food type, it is cheap-er than most other FRC joints. But the food is tasty and well done. The thin crust pizza is my reason for visiting this place. The must have is "Caramalized onions and Sausage" pizza. Try thsi with a glass of red wine and you should be set for dinner. Just don;t expect wine that'll knock your Birkenstocks off, but decent enough to enjoy. My second fave is the turkey pannini. Like I said, it's not the most difficult or exotic thing that this place offer, but they do it right and it pleases my taste buds. That's sayin' a lot! While it is a secondary consideration for an eatery of this type, the ambiance is also pleasing enough that keeps drawing me back time after time. Decoration is modern and has an open, airy feel to it. The dining room is kept clean while servers are efficient enough.
(4)
Imran G.
I wish I could give this place a better review, but the food was just so plain. Actually, it might have been a little worse than plain. I don't understand the hype around this place. The food was too expensive for what it was, just plain tasting pasta. I think my mom makes better pasta, and she's Indian. If the food was somewhat decent I'd give it a 3-star regardless of price, but I just don't know. I suppose you have to be craving pasta all the time to want to try this place out. Otherwise, see if there is better stuff in Tucson. I'll be honest, I haven't been to many Italian places in Tucson.
(2)
Darren T.
Went there for lunch and both pizza crusts were soggy and dripping with oil--ingredients were fresh. An off day perhaps?
(2)
Joshua B.
The staff here is amazing! The pizza has a unique and tasty flavor. Give this place a try if you are up for a different kind of pizza served by some really friendly people.
(3)
Valdemar V.
launch was good at sauce they have a nice restaurant and plenty of room so finding a table was easy. we order the veggie and avocado salad(8$) and a paninis the salad was soaked in dressing ( so ask for the dressing on the side ) and it was so sweet I couldn't finish the salad but the paninis was good but the price was like 8$(that's expensive for what you get) for a small sandwich so get two if you are hungry like i was.I was just happy i didn't have to wait for a seat during launch time.
(3)
Red R.
I have been to both the Campbell and Oracle locations. They have epic pizza and salads, however I wish you could buy a combo for a good price. Since you can't you have to buy a pizza and salad which is not economical for one person but GREAT & AFFORDABLE for two.
(4)
Laura H.
Extremely disappointed in this location, the Broadway Sauce Restaurant is far cleaner, quicker, and well organized. Waited 30 minutes for a takeout salad and dessert that was still frozen. There needs to be an adult over 25 supervising. After explaining how long we'd waited there was no apology, just "I can get my manager" (which clearly wasn't worth the time since he wasn't on top of the kitchen).
(2)
Egon V.
Food great, Service great, but the day I went for lunch I asked about The Wi-Fi and was told, and I quote: "Yes we have Wi-Fi but we don't know what the code is." That is just unacceptable. Some people, especially those dining alone, (As I was) decide where they will have lunch by the quality of the Wi-Fi.
(3)
Jay L.
The food is good but its like a fast food place.
(3)
Anita H.
Let's say 2.5--It is just quick-service after all. Went here for lunch today, and I'm not sure I get the hype about this place. It does solid chain-food, but it's definitely not something I ever find myself craving. My husband had the mac and cheese, while I had the Caprese Salad. I wish I could rave about it, and I apologize for making an example of you, Sauce, but I will never understand why restaurants choose such gross balsamic vinegar to make vinaigrette. Especially Italian-style restaurants! Especially Italian-style restaurants owned by Fox! Ahem. The low-grade quality that restaurants purchase is bitter, acidic, and takes a nice, solid salad with good things going for it (fresh greens, decent tomatoes, large chunks of mozz and tasty croutons) down so many notches. I was also sad that the basil was missing, but I guess I'll live. Not my cup of tea, but I know others like it.
(2)
Jen B.
Had dinner here last night. Everything was delicious. Prices were more than fair for quality and quantity. Staff was very friendly. Only thing I did not know ahead of time was that it is very casual and you order your food at counter then find a seat. Thin crust pizza was delicious. Sauce itself is on a slightly sweet side and very tasty.
(4)
Edward P.
Best light lunch spot in Tucson. Light but filling salads, good panini's, and when I've stolen a slice of pizza from someone at the table it's always been good. The only blip is the bruchetta has quite a bit of oil soaked in, but maybe it's meant to be that way. All round fantastic!
(5)
Mindy S.
I expected good things from Sauce after reading their reviews, but was very disappointed by them on many levels. First, you enter and are corralled into a very narrow passageway which leads to the order counter. With no visible paper menus, you are pinned against a wall, looking up at a wall menu while others are blocking your view trying to do the same thing. I can hardly imagine being wheelchair-bound and trying to make a decision. The food runner brought us the wrong food, even though we had quite a large order number on our table, and seemed utterly confused. To make matters worse, the manager on duty yelled at her in front of the entire restaurant. There is no tip jar at the counter, and I was unsure as to whether or not I should leave a tip on the table. As a server for many years myself, I felt that I should, but it's a little confusing. On the plus side, the decor is nice, and I found the seating to be fairly comfortable. The prices are outrageous for what you get - my bill for a small caesar salad, a basic cheese pizza and a soda was about $16; I took home a roast beef and mozzarella panini, soda, and small side of pasta for my roommate, and again paid $16. The pizza was tasty, but not very filling, and I enjoyed the shaved parmesan on the salad, but the lettuce in my salad was wilted and beginning to turn brown. My roommate's sandwich was very small, and they charge $2.25 for a soda, which you get yourself. There are MANY other pizza and Italian places in town where you can get better food and service for the same amount of money or less. I will not be returning to Sauce.
(2)
Jodi M.
MMMM....Sauce, my mouth is salvitating just thinking about it. It's one of those places that are never a let down-you get exactly what you order. Even though I am not the biggest fan of thin crust, this is one of the only places I like it. I used to love sharing the Mozzarella & Fontina Cheese and Basil Pizza with a Classic Ceaser Salad (chopped and delicious). Perfect amount to share with a friend and feel satisfied...for less than $10! I never did try their Panini's or Pasta but I am sure it was equally as good. Great place for a casual date, night with the kids, or a big group.
(4)
Maria G.
I really like this place! I tried the Turkey & Feta salad here and that was great (loved the addition of the corn to make it crunchy)! I also had their thin crust pizzas and those were really good and tasty. The best surprise here was their lasagna! I'm not generally a lasagna fan but it was quite delicious and meaty! Also, their white bean potato soup is really good and can be your stand alone lunch! I really liked this place and it's nice to come here and have a nice yet quick sit down meal!
(4)
Melinda G.
I. LOVE. SAUCE. Simple as that. But the thing about me is that I LIKE plain food, so for those who like all that complicated food should probably stay away from here because the recipes are very simple. I know that the pizza is what brings most people to Sauce (it is amazing) but for me the pasta is what I come for. Best lasagna I've ever had, hands down. But the thing that I always get when I go to Sauce has to be the Pasta, Chicken, Broccoli. What is it? Exactly how it sounds. Shell pasta, chicken, and broccoli. And a cheese sauce. And it's delicious. Even the bread they serve with your food is good! And I like the Caesar salad. And the cheesecake. I like everything. I could live at Sauce if I wanted to. I have introduced all of my friends to Sauce and have gotten them into the addiction as well. My only thing with this place is that it's kind of expensive. I never get soda here because it adds some ridiculous amount to my total which is already high because my pasta is already around $10. But honestly, that doesn't stop me from eating here once a week. I love this place!
(5)
Heather M.
I am a fan of Sauce which would be obvious if you were to ever see my debit card history. I've been known to eat here 2-3 times in a week - mostly for lunch. I especially like their combos where you can mix and match a cup of soup, side salad or 1/2 a sandwich. Not for those with big appetites, but the just the right amount for a light lunch that won't put you in a food coma once you get back to work. My current fave is the tomato soup and turkey panini. I was soooo happy when they started offering the tomato soup daily. It's one of those things that I never make at home so it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside when I find a place that serves a good one. Though I don't eat it often, the pizza is good if you like thin, crackery crusts. I personally don't care for red sauce so the fact that they use is sparingly is just fine with me. The offerings - salads, pasta, soup, pizza and sandwiches - are very good though I wouldn't call them outstanding. What stands out most to me at Sauce is the service. The people are always friendly and attentive even though they aren't really waiting tables. On the rare occasion that something is amiss, they do what it takes to make it right without a big fuss. Oh, and this is not the place to come for a glass of wine which is a bit disappointing since it is a Fox restaurant. I expected better offerings.
(4)
Jackie B.
Sat outside on the patio and enjoyed a glass of white wine with the spinach chicken salad, laced with gorgonzola cheese, sprinkled with candied walnuts and apples. The food is fresh, portions just right. The service was very attentive, even though you order at the counter they deliver food to your table, and see to it that your needs are met. The place is clean.The prices are very reasonable. Left feeling good about the experience. Will definitely go back. Have to try the turkey feta salad.
(5)
Courtney O.
I think I actually clapped with glee when I saw the wood burning oven where the pizza would be cooked. My boss and I split a simple cheese pizza and it was DEEEE-licious! Added bonus - fountain Dr. Pepper - often a rarity outside of Texas! My only reason for four vs. five stars is that from the outside, it seemed like it would be a less casual atmosphere inside. Even in these photos below it looks like this would be a somewhat elegant place, but it's extremely bright and very casual. The food is so incredibly good it really deserves better than overly bright lighting and self-serve beverages. It was nice to not have to deal with a server though! The staff are very friendly. I was impressed that the young woman who helped us handed me a chilled glass for my sparkling water before I could even ask for it!
(4)
Heidi S.
Sauce's food is pretty good for the most part. Their thin crust pizzas are tasty. Their wine selection is very small, but reasonably priced. A good place to go when you're looking for some comfort food, but not looking for a special culinary experience.
(3)
Nate R.
Definitely one of the best thin crust joints in T-town. Best move you can make with Sauce is to split a pizza and the Caesar Salad. Their chicken caesar salad is unexpectedly amazing. Chicken is stripped and they top it off with the perfect amount of dressing, non of that Chicken Caesar Salad Soup that a lot of Italian places try to sell you. The freshly shaved parmesan cheese is a great touch. The casual atmosphere makes this a great spot to grab lunch. And for pizza, get anything with their caramelized onions, and you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Kaboom J.
The tomato soup makes me extreeemly happy! Unfortunately its only served on Friday or Saturday. I love it, although I'm fully aware of how outrageously over priced it is, and the croutons are too hard. Other than that, clean bathrooms, love the patio. The entire staff is eerily good looking, like its a job requirement, but they're friendly so whatever! p.s. is it wrong that I hate the tip line on the credit card receipt? Correct me if I'm wrong but they do the same job that the people at McDonald's do when they take my order...just prettier... I try to always pay in cash to avoid that awkward situation...
(3)
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Address :2990 N Campbell Ave,Ste 110
Tucson, AZ, 85719
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
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Jen W.
Pros- least expensive of all the Fox restaurants you can sit down and eat quickly you pay for your food first and then sit down very filling and voluminous meal doesn't give you any food coma afterwards most meals are under $10 good iced tea and Diet Dr Pepper from the fountain Cons- not super imaginative; most people can cook better can be crowded and also hard to find parking nearby
(3)Nicole M.
Fast, reasonably price, and delicious! The Caesar Parmesan pizza is good! as well as their pepperoni pizza. Although it would be nice if their crust was slightly thicker.
(4)Greg E.
I'm not normally a fan of Fox restaurants but this one is pretty good. I ordered there summer deal for 2 which got us a salad a pizza and some wine for $20 (pretty good deal). The food was nothing amazing (though I really like the pizza's super thin crust) but was still pretty good. Without the summer deal I'd say things are a tad on the pricey side but overall pretty standard for the kind of lunch place that it is.
(3)Yolanda G.
One of my favorite places to go to. The salads are very tasty and their lasagna is always perfect! The grilled cheese and tomato soup are fantastic! The staff is friendly and helpful. The only complaint I have is that they only offer. Cheesecake and tiramisu for dessert. Wish there were just a few more choices.
(4)Sara S.
Mmmm. The pizza and salad here are pretty good. Me and my parents normally split two pizza and a salad. The caprese salad is really good. I like the chunks of mozzarella in it! The mozzarella, fontina, and basil pizza is also good. The crust is nice and crispy! Overall, it's a great place to eat if you're looking for a quick, easy, and light meal!
(3)Mike M.
This place has quality thin-crust pizza. It can't compare to Grimaldi's which has the best pizza I have ever had, but Sauce is closer and easier to pick up. Their best pizza is the rosemary potato, it is quite tasty.
(4)Sam L.
im not really a fan of fox restaurant concepts. the staff is average. the pizza is thin which isnt a problem but the cheese makes it taste like a greasy cracker (im not a fan) the sandwiches are average not bad but nothing special. I think this restaurant is over rated.
(2)Travis T.
I love sauce! I can eat a lot of food so I always order a side of Mac and Cheese and a pizza. I've had almost all the pizzas and they're all delicious. Fresh ingredients and awesome thin crust. I'll continue coming here once every week or 2.
(5)David D.
I love Sauce. Great place to take the kids or a great place to order. Staff is friendly. Pizza is great. Salad is awesome, every one of them. I would give it 5 stars but there are not enough four top tables in the restaurant. That is my only complaint.
(4)A. M.
My husband and I fell in love with this place while on vacation in Tucson. Very yummy pizza, salad, and wine. The atmosphere is fun and modern. Good prices and friendly service. I made sure to tell my friends, who vacation in AZ, about it. I wish they had one in OR!
(4)Tammy N.
Went to Sauce last night. First off, waaaay too bright for me inside and out as I have no desire to examine my neighbor's facial hair while dining. One of my kids's loves it. She gets the chicken caesar salad pizza and attempts to eat it all in one sitting. The beer is reasonably priced, the bottled water over priced and the pizza right there in the middle. Most pizzas are around $10....not bad I guess but they are thin - really thin - crust, not a lot of cheese and I don't think you can really share it - you would leave hungry. The food is tasty, I will give it that. Let's put it this way - Sauce is a great place to go for a snack.
(2)Brian C.
Went here today for a late lunch around 4:30pm, ordered the Baked Beef Lasagna. Received my food and was not disappointed. WOW what a change in service and food same restaurant different location. I will keep coming back to this location for sure. Keep of the good work guys/gales.
(4)Dave M.
Decent food, good prices. The pizza and pasta are all pretty good I have tried just about everything on the menu and have been pleased.
(3)Eleana H.
I love Sauce.. their gluten free pizzas are large.. and they don't charge extra for the crust! That's so freaking awesome. I love their truffle wild mushroom arugula pizza, its super amazing and I always have leftovers for my lunch the next day! My only wish is for them to start cranking out some Gluten free pasta... ooh yeah then I'll be there everyday
(5)Rachel D.
Ordered a Gluten Free pizza to go with red sauce, spicy chicken sausage, & asparagus without cheese. It was great that night for dinner, but the next day when I nuked 2 pieces for lunch it became hard like a hockey puck and I couldn't eat half of it. I still have 6 pieces left from Wed. & the slice r curling up. What does that mean? Should I nuke for 5-10 secs or just eat it cold? Too bad they r not in IL.
(3)Mark O.
No pineapple.. Really? All pizza places should have pineapple... Don't like it? Move back to new York or Chicago... :-) if you like clamata olives and an East coast feel you will love this. If you grew up with traditional West coast pizza? It was OK but I wouldn't buy it again. I gave it 4 to not offend my daughter who brought us here. Love you!
(4)Monique B.
Staying in Tucson one night, my family was looking for something quick but still a sit down place. When we first walked in, it was all a little overwhelming with the menu on the wall, but we quickly found a paper version. Although we had a ton of questions about everything, the staff was extremely attentive and detailed. Currently now through the end of August, they are running a "Sampler of Summer." I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND! It's basically any pizza with any salad and a glass of wine. (There are upcharges on some stuff but just ask the staff, they will help!) My wife and I chose this deal. The staff was so sweet that they split the salad for us without an additional charge. We ordered the turkey and feta salad with a cheese pizza on their thin crust. The salad was sooo refreshing. It included chunks of turkey with crumbled up feta, arugula, roasted corn, and almonds. The dressing was light and a great complement with the salad. Then the pizza was thin thin thin. But not so thin that the pizza slice just flopped when you picked it up. It still had structure and weight. Throughout the entire meal, we always had someone coming over to see how we were doing and even if we wanted glasses of water. I think the manager even came over and asked. We were having such a great time that we ordered dessert and i got their giant cookie and my wife got the tiramisu. The cookie was a cross of a chocolate chip and macadamia nut. Still great. The tiramisu was decent. It seemed a little small for the price but good all the same. Since our todddler was being fussy, it was great that the staff took our dessert order table side instead of me getting back in line. Staff: A+ Food: A Clean: A The only downside is that there isn't one closer to me.
(5)Becca O.
It took me a long time to finally make it to Sauce. I had been told repeatedly by friends how amazing this place was, and I was honestly slightly let down. The atmosphere is nice and the "order at the counter and find a table" concept was perfect for what we needed that day, but the food was slightly lacking. My mom and I got a pizza with onions, peppers, and ham, which is our favorite, and it was decent but not stellar. Also, I walked to the counter to order ranch at one point in time and the waiter that was standing there interrupted and said he'd bring it but then completely forgot and I had to ask someone else 10 minutes later. It was an innocent mistake and not a big deal but was slightly irritating regardless. I'd give this place another try in order to try something besides the pizza because the pasta looked amazing, but I don't know that I'd recommend it to anyone.
(3)Ayla R.
Another great experience at Sauce! Catching a quick dinner on the way to Roadhouse and a well-crafted salad sounded like a great dinner! The hubby and I swung over to the Campbell location. I love the interior and the concept as a whole. The wine list is well rounded and considering the restaurant very casual type and the prices, it is actually quite impressive. I got the beet and arugula salad for the first time. I got this with no cheese and was really quite impressed! The portion was pretty modest, but I didn't anticipate otherwise. C got a panini (I think roast beef) and enjoyed it as well. If I only had one suggestion to Sauce (which I basically only have one) it is more vegan options :)
(4)Nicole K.
I LOVE this place! The local Tucsonians know how to eat right! Service 5 stars plus! Food was on point--5 stars. Great price for how much food you get! Location/seating/ambiance is complete but fun--5 stars. I really like the red/black/white interior design. Since it was my first time here I wanted to try multiple things so my friend and I shared their Winter Vegetable Salad $7.50, and the pesto chicken pizza $9? with the hand tossed crust. I also had a glass of their house red wine, the Chianti (pronounced "kee-yan-tee") which was light/ flavorful and pairs quite nicely with pizza! The salad was perfection, crunch and slightly sweet due to the walnuts cranberries and yam, but also slightly bitter due to the arugula and Brussels sprouts. So good! This reminds me of the veggies my mom makes back home in Cali. If you like a variety of roasted veggies you will really enjoy this one. The pizza was also very good. Thin crust and seasoned wonderfully. The pesto was not too oily or greasy which is sometimes a problem with pesto dishes. It could have had a few more tomatoes on it. If the carb load from the pizza isn't enough, they also give each person a little baggy with freshly baked sourdough bread to enjoy while you wait for your food.
(5)Rachael H.
I love sauce, but not this one. I went with my mom for lunch and our server dropped burning hot pizza on my moms arm and burned her really bad. We asked if we could at least keep the pizza that we didn't order since she burned the shit out of my mom. The server said yes and said she would put it in a to go box and she never came back so my mom talked to the manager who refused to take responsibility for the situation. Then the server lied and said that she came back to check on us and told us she couldn't give us the pizza even though that never happened. Not only that but we've been there on other occasions and my salad didn't have avocado when it was suppose too and when I told them they wanted to charge me for the avocado even though there wasn't any on the salad and it said on the menu that it came with it. Don't go to this sauce.
(1)Austin S.
I went to Sauce recently with a friend for a weekday lunch. She ordered the pine nut salad and I had the seasonal winter veg salad with a cup of white bean soup. Overall, the food was alright. My salad had some seriously raw butternut squash in it and my soup was lukewarm. The accompanying bread was nice, however. While the food merits only 3 stars, I do always appreciate the friendly service here. The staff is great and frequently comes by to check on their diners, even though you order at the counter. This location is clean and expedient at moving diners through during busy lunch hours. Sauce is not my favorite Fox concept (hello Wildflower!) but it remains an easy spot to hit for lunch in this area.
(4)Annie G.
Perfect place for a quick bite. Plenty of healthy options as well as comfort food options! I usually frequent Panera or Paradise but this is my new favorite.
(5)Tyler D.
Seems like a decent place to get a quick lunch, so I wish the pizza was a bit better. Mine was extra crunchy and dry with the cheese particularly burned. My girlfriends salad had lots of tiny chopped veggies but was scarce with the arugula/greens. I think the best part ended up being the drinks. Next time I'll go with a sandwich, not sure I'd give the pizza another chance.
(2)Ajla H.
I love sauce! It is so convenient and fast and is my go to place for take-out, lunch, dinner, anything. I would have my birthday dinners here if my family and friends allowed it! I've never had a meal here I didn't love. I even turned my boyfriend into a major Sauce lover (he used to think it was overpriced for small meals and a "girly" place to eat). From the very first moment I brought sauce home, he was hooked. The portions are always decently sized and there is something available for everyones taste. I usually get their salads (all are amazing). The caprese salad isn't the best for take out, I am not fully sure why but it never comes out right. You can substitute any of the dressings with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, which is what i usually do when I am trying to be "healthy". Their bread rolls are to die for especially when they are fresh out of the oven and warm (no shame in asking for extras of these goodies). Pizzas are great, especially if you love really thin crust. I also looove their mac n cheese and the pasta with broccoli and chicken is just as good, if not better (essentially the same as their mac n cheese plus the protein and veggie). The tomato soup is great as well. I have my favorites and I usually stick to them but everything I tried over the years here I have liked.
(5)Amanda S.
My friend has been trying to get me to go here for awhile now, so yesterday we went. We both chose a different salad and shared a pizza. My salad was the quinoa-beet... it was delicious. It was also so filling that I could only finish half + one piece of pizza. If you are looking for an excellent lunch/dinner choice, I recommend this highly. Filling+delicious+ very healthy. My friend had the turkey-feta salad which was also really good. This was very hearty as well and the combo of veggies was a bit more common for those too afraid of beets. We shared the wild mushroom, arugula, and parmesan pizza (thin crust). This pizza was also very good, and very light for a pizza. I love the really crispy and light thin crust. The only thing was that our pizza had kind of a lot of a arugula. But honestly that is not even a complaint because I love it and will never turn down a giant pile of fresh, leafy greens... All in all, I can't wait to come back for another salad/nice lunch.
(4)Morgan J.
This location is the best Sauce I've been to in both Phoenix and Tucson. The service is great, restaurant is always kept clean, and the food is quick. The cheese and broccoli pasta is by far my favorite dish and the little bread rolls that come with each meal simply melt in your mouth! It's not my favorite Fox Restaurant Concept but for a quick service place they do provide the amazing quality of service you expect from Fox. Call in orders are my favorite here because they are always ready upon my arrival and have yet to forget or mess up anything!
(4)Cristina R.
Get the thin crust pizza!! It is delicious!! It is up there with the best pizzas I have ever had. Great concept for a restaurant and the servers are very helpful and friendly. Also had the turkey panini which was ok, but that pizza.. Yum! Paired everything with a glass of chianti and it was a dinner from heaven!
(4)Christina C.
Anyone who knows me knows that I seriously go to sauce way too often. I can't help, I love it. I usually get the chicken gorgonzola salad... and the macaroni and cheese. This may seem like too much food for a small person and you are right, but I don't care. When I go with my boyfriend, I usually get the chicken caesar salad, macaroni and cheese, and pizza (half sausage and peppers/half arugula and mushroom). That may seem like too much food for 2 people, but we like food. Sauce is so good. Everything is so fresh and so yum. It's quick, easy, and tasty. Sauce, you rock.
(5)Jinny H.
I'm gluten intolerant, so I thought that I wouldn't see pizza for a long time. Sauce has a gluten free crust that is amazing!! They charged $2 extra for the crust, but it was worth it. Tasty, too.
(5)Kathy N.
I think my daughter felt sorry for me when she offered to treat me to lunch today. You see, I was handed a lovely speeding ticket at 5:15 this morning (yes, I was guilty but c'mon...a radar gun on Swan at 5:15 in the morning?) so she and my grandkids met me at Sauce. Between us (2 adults and 2 very small children) we ordered a child's portion of mac'n cheese, a 1/2 pepperoni and 1/2 cheese pizza, a salad and a big ole cookie. The salad was mine and it was an unexpected taste treat - a quinoa and golden beet salad served over fresh arugula/greens with pistachios, goat cheese and apples and tossed in a red wine vinaigrette. It was so delicious that I ate every bite! The kids devoured their mac'n cheese which was just okay in my opinion. Pizzas at Sauce are always good but I didn't eat any of this one. The giant cookie we all shared was soft, chewy and full of deliciousness. The customer service is great at this location. Everyone was very patient and quite accommodating. When I got up and went to the front counter to ask for a booster seat for the 2 year old, the young man told me to have a seat and he'd bring it right to our table. A young woman checked on us a couple of times and cleared our table of empty dishes towards the end of our meal. Someone even was at the door, holding it open for us as we left and were balancing kids on one hip and purses, drink and food boxes on the other. ** I swear it wasn't because the kids were misbehaving, the staff was just that nice. It'd been a while since I've eaten at Sauce and the menu looks completely updated but I was sad to see my favorite melon and prosciutto pizza is no longer available. That just makes me sad.
(4)Frank C.
Ate here twice in one week. It's a pretty loud place but the food is great. I would never have expected to find good pizza in Tucson but it's there. If I'm ever in the area again I definitely would return. The service was very friendly and the food was great.
(5)Shiying X.
First time here! So yummy, and the decor is stylish! Great fast food experience in such a high end looking restaurant!
(5)Meghan G.
I get a Sauce craving about once a week and I'm never disappointed. I was really impressed with one of my more recent visits by the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. I put in a to-go order and the staff was really helpful and had everything fresh and ready when I arrived. A great option for quick and delicious food!
(4)Christina R.
I can't believe I've never been to Sauce before, seeing as it has all my favorite things... sandwiches, pizza, salads, mac & cheese, wine. But I went today to meet my fiancé for lunch and will definitely be making up for lost time. The restaurant is spacious and there is indoor and outdoor seating. You order at the counter and then pick your preferred dining location. I got the quinoa, beet & goat cheese salad, Erik got the mac & cheese. His plate came out a couple minutes before mine, so of course I had to sample before I got my salad--it was great! My salad was so flavorful and fresh, I was completely satisfied. Sauce is the perfect lunch spot. The service is fast & friendly, the portions are just right, and the food is delicious. Like I said, I'll be making up for lost time!
(5)Cake A.
Now that the new owners bought it (Benihana) you can no longer bring your doggy. Service was much slower. And quality is staff went down. Sorry.
(2)Scott K.
Went to sauce about 2 years ago and was kind of disappointed with the pizza and salad seemed like a small amount food for a lot of money. Went back three weeks ago to givem another shot and have been back twice since! We definitely like the hand tossed (thicker) crust! Plus a salad , all of which have nice ingredients. Not sure I something actually changed or it was just a fluke day but sauce is our new favorite place !
(5)Amber P.
Awesome place to have a casual dinner at a good price. Iv never had anything that I haven't liked. I believe there is new ownership. I have noticed the staffs mannerism has become more friendly/helpful (not that they weren't before). It's always packed and there is a reason for it.
(5)Leah W.
Staff are SO friendly and customer service oriented! You never have to wait too long for your food, and it is cooked within view so you know it is always fresh. Food quality is amazing. Favorite is the pepperoni pizza on hand stretched crust and the Mac and cheese. Can't find Mac n cheese like this anywhere else!
(5)Nori G.
Not sure what has happened with Sauce. Our experience was poor. My husband's pizza was badly burned and they still served it with a straight face. We sent it back and the replacement wasn't much better. My pizza had about 4 pieces of chicken on it and some cheese and cost about $11.00. They need better management at this location.
(2)Chrissy K.
After eating here and being asked if I liked the food, all I could do was shrug and say, "It was okay." It wasn't bad by any means: I'd definitely be willing to come back to grab some pizza in an exams-induced food pinch, but the restaurant design kind of conned me into believing the food was gonna be more amazing than it was. Bottom line: I've been meaning to try Sauce since, like, 2007 (in my defense, I did not live in Tucson for the following 4 years). I don't feel like I missed out out on much during the wait.
(3)Ty F.
For what it is -- a quick and yummy lunch spot, this is a great place. Place your order at the counter and the friendly wait staff will bring you food to you. We ordered the GF pepperoni pizza and I was surprised at how big the pizza was (about 14") with a crispy thin crust. Sure they could have used more spinach (skimpy), but the pizza was quite tasty. Service was so much faster than Renee's Organic Oven. SO much faster and I felt like I was really getting my money's worth. The potato white bean soup was yummy as was the tomato bisque. Fill your own beverage bar (free refills). This place looks busy with the business lunch crowd and at noon on a Weds, we had no problem finding a seat. I recommend! Parking looks a bit crowded because of the other restaurants in the same strip mall, but if you don't mind a short walk it's not a problem.
(5)Adam P.
Better choices at this price point. I go back but not often. I have to be in the area and it's one of the few choices. It's a good, solid lunch spot, quick and easy it's just not going to blow you away. Although it is very consistent I'll give it that so you never get a bad outing. And decent salad options to stay on healthy side. But there's something generic about the place so I like something a little more fun.
(3)Karen M.
Um. No no, not "yum", just "um". People eat here on purpose? I ordered the chicken caesar pizza, thinking it was a pizza that was a take on caesar, maybe with a white sauce instead of tomato. (Sauce! right?) Nope. I got naan bread heated til it got stiff, with a tomato and lettuce salad dressed with oil and vinegar and some boiled chicken dumped on top, with giant pieces of shaved cheese. No sauce, ! or otherwise. This was not pizza, and it was also not good. About what I would expect from a pizzeria if the oven was broken. I tried my husband's sausage chicken pizza, doughy and with a canned tasting sauce that made me almost glad mine had none, a tira misu with no tia maria in it, a creme brulee cheescake (yo hello, "Brulee" means burnt, what on earth is "brulee" about a slice of cheesecake?), and a roast beef panini made with maybe more flatbread, soggy and bland. Would not recommend a single thing on the table. I guess I was expecting a more upscale experience, Sauce! sounds like an upscale experience but it eats like Dominos. GO TO CHOICE GREENS! Seriously, it's a chopped salad place that makes little gourmet pizzas 1000x better than this, and it's less expensive.
(1)Paulina N.
My favorite Sauce in town. This is mainly due to the nice staff. They're always welcoming, friendly, with quick service. Also, my brother & I came with my pups one time (we were on our way somewhere, and had to take them with), and they were very accommodating even though they said pets weren't allowed in the patio area. It was an inconvenience to have them during our pit stop for lunch, but I'm glad they didn't give us a hard time. Food is always good here, with nothing ever having to be sent back. I'm pretty sure I usually ALWAYS get the Chicken Caesar Pizza, and it's usually always yummy. (: Good food, good service, good times.
(4)Brad H.
My wife and I ate there on a Saturday evening. This was our first visit and we have always wanted to try this. Sauce is part of the Fox Restaurant Concepts (Zinburger, Wildflower, etc.). We shared a sausage & pepperoni thin crust pizza (with roasted red peppers, red onion, and crimini mushrooms), baked beef lasagna, and a side salad with Caesar dressing. All was very yum. The pizza was tasty and satisfying. Never had crimini mushrooms before, but as a mushroom lover, I really enjoyed the texture and the flavor. The lasagna was delicious. It was interesting to dissect it and see that there was only one thin layer of tomato sauce on the inside. It was topped with the tomato sauce, which was very good. It was tomato/basil that tasted similar to that kind of soup. Really good. It was moist and the pasta was good. The salad was large and the dressing was a little more vinegary than other Caesar dressings we had, but we enjoyed this. The extra vinegar made the salad taste fresh. The service was excellent. This is a type of place where you order at a counter and they give you a number so that you can have your food delivered to you. The servers were always asking how were things and checking up on you. The manager also did that. Very tasty. I recommend going there.
(4)Lisa C.
This Sauce really gets their gluten free pizza crust right! Always perfect! Love the mushroom and arugula gluten free pizza. Great ambiance and a really nice, thoughtful, with a great attention to detail manager Kristin. This is the best of all the Sauce locations!
(5)MaryRose D.
Sauce is a regular week-night dinner for us. It's fast, easy, reasonably priced, but most of all, the food is always FRESH and delicious. The Turkey and Feta salad is my go-to meal, but their newest quinoa and beet salad with goat cheese and pistachios is a close second. My fiancé loves their mac & cheese (it is super creamy and yummy!) and their pizzas are always a good choice. Can't say a bad thing about the place!
(5)Allison Y.
I'm conflicted between giving this place 3 or 4 stars. The food wasn't fantastic, but I think Sauce does a good job for what they mean to do--churn out quick and simple pizzas, pastas, salads, and sandwiches. And the bread/pizza crust was fantastic (always a sucker for carbs...sigh). Pasta with broccoli cheese sauce - 2.5/5 Very simply made watery cheese sauce. I probably could have made better pasta at home (haha). Granted, the pasta came out really quickly and also comes with a side of yummy, chewy, house-made bread. Chicken pesto pizza - 4/5 I think the hand-stretched crust is one of the best I've ever had--thin crust but still has a really good chew to it. The aged parmesan and globs of fresh mozzarella made me so happy, and I like that they use grape tomato halves instead of huge tomato slices. Environment/service - 3/5 Clean and casual. Good for small groups of people. Only complaint about the service is that they forgot our bread until the end, and we had to remind them to bring it out for us. Bottom line: Average, casual place to go to for lunch or dinner. I'd pick the pizza over their pastas, no contest.
(4)Brianna H.
We LOVE this place! So quick and casual for a family dinner. The staff is always so friendly and helpful. Interact with my kids and refilling drinks and clearing our table with a smile. Makes us feel so welcome.! And the food is always delicious! Love the consistency and taste of everything! Tomato soup is my favorite and this is the ONLY place I will eat meatballs! In fact I double order and take them home to eat later. Thank you Kristin for agreeing with me that meatballs at other places taste like "alpo". Lol! Salads are so fresh and creative and the Mac and cheese is ridiculous! Thanks for another awesome family dinner out! We will be back!
(5)Gilbert T.
Have come here both times because the Einsteins at Old Chicago don't have enough servers, however it's their loss since Sauce is awesome. The pizza is very tasty and you don't feel like a fatty eating it since it's not very greasy. Service is nice and the place looks nice. Get the cookies, they're delicious!
(5)Sarah W.
Excellent thin crust pizza with scrumptious and creative salads. This place was packed for lunch and offered a variety of bottled beers.
(5)Tiffany S.
This review boils down to two facts. One, the caramelized onion and mushroom pizza is extremely satisfying. And two, the service is on spot with their quick and accommodating style. It is a great place to go when you might be feeling semi-upscale but don't feel like making an event out of dinner or dropping allot of cash. Sauce occupies that middle ground where you can relax or you can economically and quickly fill up on some tried and true gourmet flavors in a rush. You order at the counter and 1-2 servers are on hand to bring food and refill water glasses. Also the kale and salmon salad is an excessively delicious way to balance out a pizza dinner.
(4)Jackson H.
Let me just say, AWESOME SAUCE! Literally! This place serves some of the best pizza and Mac and Cheese in town. The staff is very friendly and they are more than willing to help you with anything. The two greatest things about the restaurant in my opinion are the speediness of the service and the atmosphere. The most I have waited for my food is like 20 mins and one time they had my group of 8's food out in 5 mins. Just wow! Every single restaurant should strive to gain this level of satisfaction. The atmosphere is perfect for families and you order first and then go sit down so the proceed is sped up and you get more time to actually enjoy your selves instead of worrying about your food. Fox Restaurants, well done. Very well done. Thanks a ton for this amazing addition in Tucson.
(5)George C.
I really like Sauce. And my kids do also. That makes this place a winner. Stopped in with my wife and kids. My wife and I shared the Summer Special (Pizza, Salad, and Wine for $20). My kids got the Mac&Cheese and a basic pasta. We were all extremely pleased. The pizza was so tasty and the salad was tangy and fresh (we had the Walnut Chicken). I only wish there was a location closer to downtown.
(4)Deborah S.
I've been to Sauce in Tucson and Phx for years. I'm smitten with the fresh tasty salads- crisp healthy simplicity! Finally convinced the folks to tag along. They prefer pizza leaning more toward the sicilian 'sigi' style than thin or hand-tossed, but they obliged and Sauce won! We ordered two salads, a cup of soup, and two pizzas to share. Shortly after ordering, the manager, Erin, greeted us, tableside, to inform us that the salmon was actually unavailable - as it was cooking- and would not be ready- so she apologized and asked if she could offer a different entree; we switched for a different salad... i jokingly mentioned it was their first time to sauce and she was surprised... needless to say, the folks evidently made a big impression (as always) and for the remainder of our dining experience we felt as if we were the only table in the restaurant- royal treatment! Checking in, refilling drinks, saying goodbye, even holding the door when leaving.... it's those little things, that only take a minute... that matter... Great food, Great Service! Kudos, to Erin and the staff, you definitely know how to get repeat customers!
(5)Kim S.
I have Yelp to thank for leading us to this yummy restaurant... We had just gotten into town from a long drive from San Diego and wanted to get lunch before checking into our hotel. We were so hungry we were ready to eat anything...we were calling out every fast food place as we passed it and nothing sounded good. Oh yeah! My Yelp app! Thank goodness!! We had the kiddos with us so we went for quick and easy without really even looking at the menu. So we ordered A pepperoni pizza and the mac n cheese. Very very very good...buuuttttt...my husband and I couldn't help but notice other peoples meals and wish we had something else too! Really wish we had come back one more time during our trip to try a few more items...oh well, next time. Or I can just hope that Fox Restaurants starts adding these restaurants to CA and not just True Food :) Please :)
(4)Kevin E.
Another fantastic Fox creation, just a bit jealous of that dude. Anyway, the staff here are consistently some of the friendliest people. Manager is also very helpful and usually comes by to check how the food is/was. Kale and salmon salad is my new favorite but can't go wrong with their thin crust pizzas. Delicious food, great service, no complaints.
(4)Gabriela F.
I want to update my last review. This place has really sucked lately, we have had issues the last three times we have visited and tonight they were pretty bad. Get your sh*t together sauce. Bringing out Mac n cheese and then having us wait twenty minutes for our pizza (on the wrong crust) is dumb. Won't be coming back for a while. Have had to wait so long between each dish that it's ridiculous each time we have been here.
(2)Adrienne K.
Oh my goodness. Probably the best pizza and salad I have ever tasted. Absolutely delish! Affordable. High quality. Exceptional service. It's also great that they offer a full beer and wine selection. Five stars!
(5)Melissa J.
I love the super thin crust on their pizza. We like to go and split a pizza and a salad when we're looking for a relatively quick and tasty meal out. The rosemary potato pizza is awesome. It's certainly not the best restaurant around, but its pretty awesome for a chain. And I totally enjoy the Diet Dr. Pepper in the soda fountain.
(4)Jessica G.
Ok I feel like I must finally review Sauce. I have been conflicted about this place for years, six years of living directly across the street from it to be exact. It often gets suggested as a place to go and I usually end up there only when I can't come up with some other place to suggest quick enough. I'm from the northeast, so pizza is very important to me and if I'm having quick or a inexpensive pizza I don't want it to be fancy. I don't want to HAVE to eat it with a fork, though here I always end up having to do that. That said I do like on occasion to have fancy pizza. When that urge arises I don't want to order it from a cafeteria line like I'm back in grade school and have it served on a plastic tray. The pizza is average but it just seems like it's never what I'm hoping for- something, somewhere is missing. It's trying too hard to be two things and not fully succeeding at either one, and such a sad thing too as it really has the potential to be better if it could just make up it's mind.
(3)Anne D.
Love sauce. It's so quick and I love the call in order. The kale salad with salmon is so great with the cashews and the dressing isn't over powering. The mac and cheese has such a great flavor and the shells are always prepared perfectly. It's easy to go in for a quick dinner and go. Friendly staff and great food!!
(5)Mary Y.
Happened to pass by this restaurant while I followed my hubby on a business trip. I should have known its part of the Fox restaurant group. The decor and food items seemed very familiar. This place is nice and casual for lunch.. They have patio seating as well. I ordered the Mozzarella & Fontina Cheese & Basil pizza. The server recommended getting it on a wheat dough that is more doughy so I selected that. But when my pizza came out, apparently there was miscommunication so I just came away with a white thin crust. It still was crispy and delicious. The price point was fair.
(4)Dennis T.
Took the family to Sauce the other night for dinner. We've been in Tucson for over 2 years and this was the first time eating here. What were we waiting for?! We had an excellent experience. Sauce has a great atmosphere with outstanding service. The staff is fast and very friendly. Make no mistake, Sauce is all about the food. The pizza has a delicious thin-cripsy-cracker crust and the sauce is outstanding! We also tried the meatball panini and chicken Caesar salad to the delight of our tastebuds. After such a satisfying first visit, we look forward to making Sauce a regular visit.
(5)Kamryn C.
I tend to forget about Sauce, but the few times I've been the food has been great. On my most recent visit, a friend and I shared the vegetable and avocado salad and the rosemary potato pizza. The salad was filled with diced carrots, zucchini, asparagus, cucumber, corn, tomatoes, hefty pieces of avocado and some type of cheese sprinkled over it. Oh, there was lettuce as well, but the chopped vegetables were much more plentiful. The salad Is healthy and light, while still being filling and provided a great start to the meal as well as ensuring that I received my 5 servings of vegetables that day. The pizza came out quickly and was equally as good as the salad. We ordered it on thin crust, which was cracker-like, but still provides ample support for the toppings. The rosemary flavor was infused in every bite, and I love rosemary, so this was not a bad thing. In addition to the potatoes, the pizza had olive tapenade, spinach, and some cheese- I think fontina. The flavors on the pizza were complex and hit an array of taste buds. I probably won't veer from this pizza in the future. Throw in cheap wine by the glass and the promptness of the service, and you've got the makings of a good meal. Sauce isn't the place I would go when I'm craving a slice of pizza, but when wanting pizza, salad, and a good glass of wine (on the cheap) this is the place to go.
(4)Corey D.
Consistent in the way you'd expect a chain to be. Prompt in the way you'd expect fast food to be. Economical if you go there this summer for pizza, 2 glasses of wine and a salad. $20 baby! Sure, the food isn't outta the park imaginative. My favorite salad continues to be the "market" at Pasco and the "thai curry" is my 'za of choice up at Renee's Organic Oven. I do enjoy Sauce though, especially when the weather is nice enough to sit outside on the patio. It's strange because a place called sauce, it's actually not my favorite part. They have a good veggie salad, even better when you add chicken, and margherita pizza easy cheese is king. Know Before You Go: Bring someone with. You'll have a better time if you get things and split!
(3)Isabella J.
I remember the days when Sauce truly wowed me. I couldn't get enough of their mushroom and caramelized onion pizza with a chopped veggie salad. That was 4 years ago. Now, I'm no longer wowed, but when the craving hits or the boyfriend and I can't decide on dinner, Sauce conveniently comes to the rescue. The top notch Sam Fox service standards are still in place, it's fast, friendly, and still tasty. They do have a new thick crust available, which is a smart addition to their menu, but I still prefer the thin crust. For an easy and low-key night out, Sauce fits the bill. And you can usually eat a pizza, salad, and have a beer or a glass of wine for about $30 for two people, I'd say that's pretty good considering most of my outings these days with my BF are upwards of $60 (before tip) every time! Whats up with that Tucson?
(3)Blaine A.
Ehhh is the best way to describe sauce. I've been coming here for years because it's convenient but I often leave feeling unsatisfied. Especially by their salads and I am a big salad person. The kale salmon one was fishy and gross. New quinoa and beet one was bland and boring. I do like their pizza bc the thin crust. And the Mac and cheese is good. Also I love their warm rolls. It's really their salads that continue to disappoint - but a girl can't be eating Mac and pizza on the regs, come on!
(3)Brenner T.
4.5...rounded UP. TIP: They just started their "$20 Sampler" item: a pizza, a salad, and two glasses of wine (disclaimer: chardonnay and chianti only). This is a great deal since my salad and pizza alone was $18 tonight. I had heard positive things about Sauce from a few of my buddies here in Tucson, so I decided to give it a whirl. I've been to Wildflower, also a Fox restaurant (will review soon...I'm going to go back for dinner soon to give a full review on both lunch & dinner), so I expected good things from Sauce. My hopes were fulfilled. I pulled up around 7:15 tonight (Tuesday). Not having been here before, I expected a sit-down, full-service type of place...I planned to order my usual water and then explore Yelp reviews for what everyone recommended-- nope! Haha, I was surprised when I walked in and it was one of the restaurants where you kind of order at the counter (menus on the wall). I didn't mind this at all, so I made a split decision without consulting my fellow Yelpers and went ahead and ordered from the upbeat, friendly employee. Sauce has a slightly modern atmosphere and feel to it, which I appreciated. Vegetable salad ($6.75): I'm not one to order this type of salad too often (I'm a Caesar guy), but WOW. For the price, this packs an incredible punch-- and a delicious (understatement) one at that!! It consisted of chopped carrots, cucumber, avocado, sliced cherry tomatoes, corn, a bit of asparagus, and lettuce, all tossed in their raspberry vinaigrette. HUGE FAN. I wanted at least a little something with substance after my workout and this couldn't have been much better. Easily 5 stars for the price. Chicken Pesto, tomato, & aged parmesan ($9.75): This pizza was also quite tasty for the price and their default, 12'' size. The pesto wasn't overly strong and was used in just the right amount. The cherry tomatoes were sliced in half, scattered, and baked on with the chicken. Now...the crust. The crust that was sans toppings was very light and crunchy. TIP: Ask for a small side of their red sauce they use on their pasta. I dipped my crust in it and it was a winning combo. I had plenty of pizza left over for another meal since the salad was so filling. I'm pretty stingy with 5-star ratings, but this Sauce property earned it within their tier of restaurant.
(5)Chelsey T.
The food is delicious and very reasonably priced. The staff are always super friendly. They have a summer deal with a pizza, a full salad and 2 glasses of wine for $20. I just love it there.
(5)Tuyen C.
Whoever is the brain behind all of the FRC (Fox Restaurant Concepts) is a genius. They have restaurants that cater to every budgets. While Sauce is not a cheap fast food type, it is cheap-er than most other FRC joints. But the food is tasty and well done. The thin crust pizza is my reason for visiting this place. The must have is "Caramalized onions and Sausage" pizza. Try thsi with a glass of red wine and you should be set for dinner. Just don;t expect wine that'll knock your Birkenstocks off, but decent enough to enjoy. My second fave is the turkey pannini. Like I said, it's not the most difficult or exotic thing that this place offer, but they do it right and it pleases my taste buds. That's sayin' a lot! While it is a secondary consideration for an eatery of this type, the ambiance is also pleasing enough that keeps drawing me back time after time. Decoration is modern and has an open, airy feel to it. The dining room is kept clean while servers are efficient enough.
(4)Imran G.
I wish I could give this place a better review, but the food was just so plain. Actually, it might have been a little worse than plain. I don't understand the hype around this place. The food was too expensive for what it was, just plain tasting pasta. I think my mom makes better pasta, and she's Indian. If the food was somewhat decent I'd give it a 3-star regardless of price, but I just don't know. I suppose you have to be craving pasta all the time to want to try this place out. Otherwise, see if there is better stuff in Tucson. I'll be honest, I haven't been to many Italian places in Tucson.
(2)Darren T.
Went there for lunch and both pizza crusts were soggy and dripping with oil--ingredients were fresh. An off day perhaps?
(2)Joshua B.
The staff here is amazing! The pizza has a unique and tasty flavor. Give this place a try if you are up for a different kind of pizza served by some really friendly people.
(3)Valdemar V.
launch was good at sauce they have a nice restaurant and plenty of room so finding a table was easy. we order the veggie and avocado salad(8$) and a paninis the salad was soaked in dressing ( so ask for the dressing on the side ) and it was so sweet I couldn't finish the salad but the paninis was good but the price was like 8$(that's expensive for what you get) for a small sandwich so get two if you are hungry like i was.I was just happy i didn't have to wait for a seat during launch time.
(3)Red R.
I have been to both the Campbell and Oracle locations. They have epic pizza and salads, however I wish you could buy a combo for a good price. Since you can't you have to buy a pizza and salad which is not economical for one person but GREAT & AFFORDABLE for two.
(4)Laura H.
Extremely disappointed in this location, the Broadway Sauce Restaurant is far cleaner, quicker, and well organized. Waited 30 minutes for a takeout salad and dessert that was still frozen. There needs to be an adult over 25 supervising. After explaining how long we'd waited there was no apology, just "I can get my manager" (which clearly wasn't worth the time since he wasn't on top of the kitchen).
(2)Egon V.
Food great, Service great, but the day I went for lunch I asked about The Wi-Fi and was told, and I quote: "Yes we have Wi-Fi but we don't know what the code is." That is just unacceptable. Some people, especially those dining alone, (As I was) decide where they will have lunch by the quality of the Wi-Fi.
(3)Jay L.
The food is good but its like a fast food place.
(3)Anita H.
Let's say 2.5--It is just quick-service after all. Went here for lunch today, and I'm not sure I get the hype about this place. It does solid chain-food, but it's definitely not something I ever find myself craving. My husband had the mac and cheese, while I had the Caprese Salad. I wish I could rave about it, and I apologize for making an example of you, Sauce, but I will never understand why restaurants choose such gross balsamic vinegar to make vinaigrette. Especially Italian-style restaurants! Especially Italian-style restaurants owned by Fox! Ahem. The low-grade quality that restaurants purchase is bitter, acidic, and takes a nice, solid salad with good things going for it (fresh greens, decent tomatoes, large chunks of mozz and tasty croutons) down so many notches. I was also sad that the basil was missing, but I guess I'll live. Not my cup of tea, but I know others like it.
(2)Jen B.
Had dinner here last night. Everything was delicious. Prices were more than fair for quality and quantity. Staff was very friendly. Only thing I did not know ahead of time was that it is very casual and you order your food at counter then find a seat. Thin crust pizza was delicious. Sauce itself is on a slightly sweet side and very tasty.
(4)Edward P.
Best light lunch spot in Tucson. Light but filling salads, good panini's, and when I've stolen a slice of pizza from someone at the table it's always been good. The only blip is the bruchetta has quite a bit of oil soaked in, but maybe it's meant to be that way. All round fantastic!
(5)Mindy S.
I expected good things from Sauce after reading their reviews, but was very disappointed by them on many levels. First, you enter and are corralled into a very narrow passageway which leads to the order counter. With no visible paper menus, you are pinned against a wall, looking up at a wall menu while others are blocking your view trying to do the same thing. I can hardly imagine being wheelchair-bound and trying to make a decision. The food runner brought us the wrong food, even though we had quite a large order number on our table, and seemed utterly confused. To make matters worse, the manager on duty yelled at her in front of the entire restaurant. There is no tip jar at the counter, and I was unsure as to whether or not I should leave a tip on the table. As a server for many years myself, I felt that I should, but it's a little confusing. On the plus side, the decor is nice, and I found the seating to be fairly comfortable. The prices are outrageous for what you get - my bill for a small caesar salad, a basic cheese pizza and a soda was about $16; I took home a roast beef and mozzarella panini, soda, and small side of pasta for my roommate, and again paid $16. The pizza was tasty, but not very filling, and I enjoyed the shaved parmesan on the salad, but the lettuce in my salad was wilted and beginning to turn brown. My roommate's sandwich was very small, and they charge $2.25 for a soda, which you get yourself. There are MANY other pizza and Italian places in town where you can get better food and service for the same amount of money or less. I will not be returning to Sauce.
(2)Jodi M.
MMMM....Sauce, my mouth is salvitating just thinking about it. It's one of those places that are never a let down-you get exactly what you order. Even though I am not the biggest fan of thin crust, this is one of the only places I like it. I used to love sharing the Mozzarella & Fontina Cheese and Basil Pizza with a Classic Ceaser Salad (chopped and delicious). Perfect amount to share with a friend and feel satisfied...for less than $10! I never did try their Panini's or Pasta but I am sure it was equally as good. Great place for a casual date, night with the kids, or a big group.
(4)Maria G.
I really like this place! I tried the Turkey & Feta salad here and that was great (loved the addition of the corn to make it crunchy)! I also had their thin crust pizzas and those were really good and tasty. The best surprise here was their lasagna! I'm not generally a lasagna fan but it was quite delicious and meaty! Also, their white bean potato soup is really good and can be your stand alone lunch! I really liked this place and it's nice to come here and have a nice yet quick sit down meal!
(4)Melinda G.
I. LOVE. SAUCE. Simple as that. But the thing about me is that I LIKE plain food, so for those who like all that complicated food should probably stay away from here because the recipes are very simple. I know that the pizza is what brings most people to Sauce (it is amazing) but for me the pasta is what I come for. Best lasagna I've ever had, hands down. But the thing that I always get when I go to Sauce has to be the Pasta, Chicken, Broccoli. What is it? Exactly how it sounds. Shell pasta, chicken, and broccoli. And a cheese sauce. And it's delicious. Even the bread they serve with your food is good! And I like the Caesar salad. And the cheesecake. I like everything. I could live at Sauce if I wanted to. I have introduced all of my friends to Sauce and have gotten them into the addiction as well. My only thing with this place is that it's kind of expensive. I never get soda here because it adds some ridiculous amount to my total which is already high because my pasta is already around $10. But honestly, that doesn't stop me from eating here once a week. I love this place!
(5)Heather M.
I am a fan of Sauce which would be obvious if you were to ever see my debit card history. I've been known to eat here 2-3 times in a week - mostly for lunch. I especially like their combos where you can mix and match a cup of soup, side salad or 1/2 a sandwich. Not for those with big appetites, but the just the right amount for a light lunch that won't put you in a food coma once you get back to work. My current fave is the tomato soup and turkey panini. I was soooo happy when they started offering the tomato soup daily. It's one of those things that I never make at home so it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside when I find a place that serves a good one. Though I don't eat it often, the pizza is good if you like thin, crackery crusts. I personally don't care for red sauce so the fact that they use is sparingly is just fine with me. The offerings - salads, pasta, soup, pizza and sandwiches - are very good though I wouldn't call them outstanding. What stands out most to me at Sauce is the service. The people are always friendly and attentive even though they aren't really waiting tables. On the rare occasion that something is amiss, they do what it takes to make it right without a big fuss. Oh, and this is not the place to come for a glass of wine which is a bit disappointing since it is a Fox restaurant. I expected better offerings.
(4)Jackie B.
Sat outside on the patio and enjoyed a glass of white wine with the spinach chicken salad, laced with gorgonzola cheese, sprinkled with candied walnuts and apples. The food is fresh, portions just right. The service was very attentive, even though you order at the counter they deliver food to your table, and see to it that your needs are met. The place is clean.The prices are very reasonable. Left feeling good about the experience. Will definitely go back. Have to try the turkey feta salad.
(5)Courtney O.
I think I actually clapped with glee when I saw the wood burning oven where the pizza would be cooked. My boss and I split a simple cheese pizza and it was DEEEE-licious! Added bonus - fountain Dr. Pepper - often a rarity outside of Texas! My only reason for four vs. five stars is that from the outside, it seemed like it would be a less casual atmosphere inside. Even in these photos below it looks like this would be a somewhat elegant place, but it's extremely bright and very casual. The food is so incredibly good it really deserves better than overly bright lighting and self-serve beverages. It was nice to not have to deal with a server though! The staff are very friendly. I was impressed that the young woman who helped us handed me a chilled glass for my sparkling water before I could even ask for it!
(4)Heidi S.
Sauce's food is pretty good for the most part. Their thin crust pizzas are tasty. Their wine selection is very small, but reasonably priced. A good place to go when you're looking for some comfort food, but not looking for a special culinary experience.
(3)Nate R.
Definitely one of the best thin crust joints in T-town. Best move you can make with Sauce is to split a pizza and the Caesar Salad. Their chicken caesar salad is unexpectedly amazing. Chicken is stripped and they top it off with the perfect amount of dressing, non of that Chicken Caesar Salad Soup that a lot of Italian places try to sell you. The freshly shaved parmesan cheese is a great touch. The casual atmosphere makes this a great spot to grab lunch. And for pizza, get anything with their caramelized onions, and you won't be disappointed.
(5)Kaboom J.
The tomato soup makes me extreeemly happy! Unfortunately its only served on Friday or Saturday. I love it, although I'm fully aware of how outrageously over priced it is, and the croutons are too hard. Other than that, clean bathrooms, love the patio. The entire staff is eerily good looking, like its a job requirement, but they're friendly so whatever! p.s. is it wrong that I hate the tip line on the credit card receipt? Correct me if I'm wrong but they do the same job that the people at McDonald's do when they take my order...just prettier... I try to always pay in cash to avoid that awkward situation...
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