ArtFare.org is opening a new eatery to support the arts and downtown revitalization. The Cultural Arts Corridor which radiates north and south on Sixth Avenue in the heart of downtown Tucson is busting out with new programming, new businesses and fresh young faces.
The management team of Burger City, in the former Georgets Restaurant at 47 N. 6th Avenue, is opening a hip and exciting hangout for downtown luncheons or for the after-sports, after-theater crowd. Boasting a menu of mouthwatering burgers with tempting toppings, Burger City features hand pressed sirloin patties and Tucson baked buns with fresh, hand cut fries or onion rings. Everything on the menu is ala carte, so each dining experience is sure to deliver exactly what you’re looking for.
The little “burger joint that could” is the final incarnation of the ArtFare vision, led by the unstoppable Tig Collins, to have a profitable and necessary business to support the financial goals of her multi-building arts complex. As a tenant looking to purchase the 6 buildings adjacent to one of the largest parking garages downtown, looking for funding sources had become a full time occupation for the executive director to the detriment of the arts programming itself.
After testing and revising the formula for a downtown “artists’ concept eatery” the current incarnation “Burger City” is opening to resounding success. With a soft opening behind them, it’s just a matter of clearing inspections for the grand opening. We’ll be following them as they grow to report on their success.
Whether you’re in the mood for southwestern flavor or Pacific Island spices, you’ll find it on this menu.
On a recent visit, Chef Jesse treated this writer to a signature burger, the Burger City Bacon ‘n Cheeseburger (BCBC). The six ounce burger featured slices of Granny Smith Apples and melted White Cheddar Cheese topped with two thick slices of bacon which had been smoked in Cherry Hardwood and prepared with Cracked Pepper. Oh My! I can’t wait to go back to try the Hanalei, a Teriyaki burger with a Pineapple “Jerky” twist.
Running the front of the house is General Manager Roy Schaefer, from North on Skyline as well as Sauce. Funny and
General Manager Roy Schaefer – Photo by Julie Chiu
charming, Roy is hands on and out to make sure your entire party feels at home and is well served by his professional young staff. While you’re waiting for your burger, you can watch it being made on the plasma screen TV mounted on the gallery wall in the dining room. I must be fully indoctrinated into the youtube generation as I found it a fascinating way to pass time.
The restaurant runs hours from 11 am til 10 pm Monday thru Wednesday and is open from 11 am til 3 am Thursday thru Saturday to accommodate the clubbers. The restaurant is closed on Sunday.
