What is Travellers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
HiFalutin Rapid Western Grill
Review
About
HiFalutin is a family dream come true...Back in 1986, as we were creating a name for "Baggin's" (our gourmet sandwich shops), we came across the word "HiFalutin". The name seemed to encompass another dream that we had for establishing a unique, western-like restaurant- one that would be "a cut above" the rest. As that name danced in our heads for 16 years...it has inspired and shaped the creation we now share with you - "HiFalutin:". We hope you will enjoy "our dream" as much as we have enjoyed making it come true. We are a family - related by love, and a passion for great food and entertainment. Our hope is that you will have a "HiFalutin" experience as you kick back, relax...and enjoy the flavors of our favorite family
Features
CUISINES
Mexican, American, Steakhouse, Grill
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
Special Diets
Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Full Bar
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Parking Available
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Television
Wheelchair Accessible
Location
Parking Available
Menu
Is this an American restaurant?
Reserve a table
Order delivery
Save this restaurant
Hours
Closed now
• Opens at 11:00 AM
Sunday
10:00 am - 8:45 pm
Monday
11:00 am - 8:45 pm
Tuesday
11:00 am - 8:45 pm
Wednesday
11:00 am - 8:45 pm
Thursday
11:00 am - 8:45 pm
Friday
11:00 am - 8:45 pm
Saturday
10:00 am - 8:45 pm
Contribute
4.2
296 reviews
Excellent
126
Very good
117
Average
35
Poor
11
Terrible
7
baird t
58 contributions
Jan 2023 • none
Hifalutin is a gem of an unassuming steak house on upper Oracle road in nw Tucson. A cozy atmosphere, friendly servers, quiet ambiance, but classy.
Featuring comfortable tables and booths but not too close together, a wide ranging menu specializing in beef, but plenty of fowl, pasta, fish, tex mex coming with a variety of wines and full liquor bar.
Three of us shared Galveston oysters cold and shucked to perfection with fresh horse radish to cleanse the palet sinuses and everything in between. The hacienda cheese crisp layden with multiple mexican cheeses diced tomatoes is a must. Will feed the entire table. Great appetizer.
For dinner we had the rib eye, flank steak and grilled mexican prawns.
Plentiful portions all done exactly as ordered, and served quickly.
Fresh vegetables and either garlic mashers or baked potato accompany each entree. All cooked to perfection: tasty. Well seasoned, but not overwhelming. Excellent accompaniments.
There's a substantial pasta menu, along with tacos, fajitas, baby back ribs, chicken,pot roast, ....Virtually something for everyone.
Our server was knowledgable but not intrusive. And cordial.
Prices at Hiflautin are commensurate with non chain Tucson "Steak" houses: reasonable especially considering the sizable portions.
A comfortable, relaxing, dining experience.
Plentiful parking surrounds this stand alone restaurant.
Good for family, friends, and business.
Reservations in season are a good idea.
Written 25 January 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
miles c
Oro Valley138 contributions
Jan 2024 • couples
Seven of us ate an early dinner at HiFalutin yesterday at 4pm. The timing was perfect as there were few customers in the restaurant and the chefs were fresh as was the wait staff. As a result, the food and service were excellent. Two of us had the prime rib, which was wonderful, tender and with almost no fat. Two had the meat loaf which they also said was excellent. Three had the special of flat iron steak and grilled prawns, which they also said was excellent. Overall, a wonderful dinner and wonderful service while the restaurant was relatively quiet. By 6pm it was inundated with patrons. A solid 4* restaurant and we would return. This was our second visit and both visits have been 4*. Highly recommended.
Written 20 January 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Joey Schwartz
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that your group enjoyed an excellent early dinner with us. It’s wonderful to know that the timing, service, and food all came together to make your visit so enjoyable.
The prime rib is definitely a favorite, and we’re glad it didn’t disappoint! It’s great to hear that the meatloaf and the flat iron steak with grilled prawns were also hits—our chefs will be so pleased to know their hard work is appreciated.
We truly value your kind words and your recommendation. Knowing this was your second visit and both times have been consistently enjoyable means a lot to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for visit number three! Thank you for being a part of what makes HiFalutin such a special place.
Warm regards,
The HiFalutin Rapid Western Grill Team
Written 26 November 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
PdxMarc
Portland238 contributions
Nov 2024 • couples
So it's a steak house. And it's Thanksgiving. So there was a limited menu. So consider whether this is a fair basis for a review but it's the food I had...
My partner had the turkey which she found nice and juicy. I had the prime rib, which was quite tender and nicely cooked. But every item on the menu offered sides of only mashed potatoes and green beans. Neither was different from what you would have found on a plate in 1966. Backing up, we both had the mushroom soup, which I have to say stood out. Dessert was (of course) pumpkin pie. It filled its obligations just fine. But other than the soup, nothing jumped off the plate. We got exactly what we expected, and at a fairly heavy price tag. So while it was just fine, I don't know that that's enough...
Written 29 November 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
David S
Beatty5 contributions
Jan 2024 • couples
Sad to say this is the worse meal I’ve had here. My husband’s was great but mine was overcooked. The service was also bad with no bus staff to help out. No refills, never returned to ask how the meal was or if we wanted another glass of wine, dessert or coffee. All of which we did want but never got asked. After 20 years of coming here, we won’t be back.
Written 14 January 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
pippercat
Mesa35 contributions
Feb 2022 • none
We came across this place on a list of nearby restaurants in our hotel room. Their website said reservations were suggested, but we took our chances and stopped in without them. We were offered a seat at the bar, which we gladly took considering there were several people waiting to be seated in the restaurant. The atmosphere was warm and cozy. The bartender was friendly. Our meals were delivered fairly quickly. They both tasted really good - I had the spinach/shrimp salad and my husband had steak. My shrimp was a little dry, but it tasted good. My husband said his steak was one of the better ones he's had in a long time. We both look forward to eating there the next time we're down in Tucson.
Written 26 February 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
baird t
58 contributions
Jul 2021 • none
Hifalutin is a comfy western bistro, with indoor and outdoor seating on Tucson's main artery, Oracle Road. With decor deserving of a western bunkhouse, crossed with a mexican hascienda, this restaurant has not only something for everyone, but GOOD something for everyone.
We enjoyed the chicken fajitas, Green Chili Tortilla soup, and the Hacienda Cheese crisp for an appetizer. Kudos to the chef. The fajitas, a mountain of mexican seasoned chicken with guac, cheese, salsa on the side, could feed the entire Arizona football team. The soup, cup and bowl available, was a symphony of chilis, beans, noodles and corn in a tangy chicken broth. The bowl was more than enough for one person. Our cheese crisp was in the category of a large pizza, covered in mexican cheese and fresh tomato. The crust, just as thin as possible to give the toppings a perfect pedestal.
Full Bar. The Bellini (peach cocktail) received a strong thumbs up.
The bloody mary came with a touch of seasoning and not full of vegetables and tiny umbrellas.
There's a children's menu: mac and cheese, quesadillas.....ice cream
Brunch with a separate menu on Saturdays and Sundays. Fare runs from classic huevos rancheros to Hiflautin Eggs Benedict, Southwestern Omlette w/home fries and Monte Cristo.
Plenty of unique salads including pulled chicken cobb, seared flank steak salad and fresh shrimp with mexican bbq.
The main menu runs from oysters to wild bill pasta, beef stroganoff, and steaks and burgers galore from flank to ribe eye, half roasted chicken and prawns, meatloaf and tacos.
Plenty of free parking. Take out and curbside available. Big screen tv's throughout.
Service is remarkable. Our waitress was spot on across the board. A pro.
Hifalutin is a spot to visit frequently. One of Tucson's best. Priced reasonably across the board.
Written 3 July 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
beachlovers1985
Saint Louis19 contributions
Feb 2024 • family
Just happened to stop in for lunch without checking out any reviews. This place is an amazing place to eat. Service and food were spot on and a great value. Large variety of items on the menu that will appeal to many palates.
Written 27 February 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Joey Schwartz
Thank you so much for stopping by and for sharing your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that your unplanned visit turned into such a memorable meal. It’s always a pleasure to surprise and delight our guests with delicious food and attentive service.
We’re especially glad you found our menu diverse and appealing—our goal is to have something special for everyone. Your kind words about the value and quality of your experience truly mean a lot to us.
We hope this visit is the first of many! We can’t wait to welcome you back to explore more of the menu and enjoy another delicious meal. Thanks again for your amazing review!
Warm regards,
The HiFalutin Rapid Western Grill Team
Written 26 November 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
barbus55
Tucson427 contributions
Nov 2022 • couples
Upon entering we were pleasantly surprised. This is not a typical steakhouse. Hifalutin is exceptional- very classy but in a contemporary atmosphere and includes a great menu with options for all. Our server was top notch, food was really fresh and enjoyable. Prices- good, especially for what you are served. VERY AFFORDABLE yet quality and fresh. We will def return.
Written 10 November 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Pittman28
102 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
The portions were very large! We ordered the half rack of ribs, steak salad, and tomato angel hair pasta. The ribs were so juicy and fell off the bone. The steak salad had a delicious garlic dressing on it. The food was excellent. The service was fantastic. Our server, Isabelle, was great at keeping our waters refilled. She was very attentive. Cute atmosphere. Plenty of seating. Great staff
Written 19 August 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Joey Schwartz
Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing HiFalutin Rapid Western Grill! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. The half rack of ribs, steak salad, and tomato angel hair pasta are some of our favorites too, and it’s wonderful to know they hit the spot for you.
We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to Isabelle—she’ll be so happy to know she made your visit extra special. 😊 Your recognition of our service and atmosphere means a lot to us, and we’re glad you felt comfortable and well taken care of during your time here.
We hope to see you again soon for more great food, friendly service, and those hearty portions you enjoyed. Thank you for sharing your experience and for being part of what makes HiFalutin such a special place!
Warm regards,
The HiFalutin Rapid Western Grill Team
Written 26 November 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Gardenlover31
Waterford416 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
Pot roast sandwich - tender meat , but very dry meat and roll. Cowboy steak was ok. flavor nothing outstanding. Chicken salad- lots of lettuce. Nothing here to get excited about, except the service was very nice.
Written 12 February 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Violet K
Tucson9 contributions
May 2021 • none
Have eaten at HiFalutin on may occasions & the food has been good. But on May 1st I ordered the chicken fajita. It tasted like no other fajita I have ever had. It was presented on a sizzle plate as it should have been but instead of being hot & sizzling it was sitting in 1 inch of tomato liquid. It looked & tasted like chicken stew, soft mussy peppers& onions. It was awful! I took two taste's& had the waitress take it away. The waitress could have cared less & made no offer for me to order something else, she was rude & unhelpful. Will not eat there in the future.
Written 3 June 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
BeeZ
Surprise42 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
We stopped for lunch during a day trip, up from the Phoenix area. It's not fancy outside, but the inside has a homey western-style decor, which this city girl found charming. I particularly liked that they had several standing floor lamps with shades, as one would find inside a home. Our server was very pleasant and the sandwiches & tacos we ordered were more than generous, arranged nicely on their dishes, and delicious.
Written 17 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Lee M
Tucson137 contributions
May 2020 • none
went there for my birthday. never there before and see it frequently, just never stopped. obvious covid stuff in place, masks for all employees, noticeable spaces where tables were. We started with 2 appetizers, the shrimp and the twice baked potato skins. shrimp were unique and very tasty, the slaw it was served on had copious onion so I avoided that, and the potato skins were good. Wife had a pulled chicken cobb salad and she liked that, 2 of us had the 1/2 rack of ribs. very tender and surprising very meaty, way beyond what we were expecting, glad I didn't order the full rack. served with a glaze instead of bbq sauce which was good, just that the ribs were very dry. my pork ribs come out dry on occasion so can understand these. The server was Bryce, the guy is great, very attentive, carries on a conversation, and looks you in the eye. free chocolate cake at the end as this was my birthday, yum. The dry ribs are what downgrades this a notch in my mind.
Written 23 May 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Joel C
Minneapolis111 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
We to Hifalutin for a family birthday, sat on the patio and enjoyed a really nice fresh Mex meal. Fast service, and really large drink menu. Staff is attentive, and the atomospher is really very nice. They have a bar area with seating and dinning room seating and patio seating as well. We ordered for 9 people and all of the food came out together, and was very hot and fresh. Wait staff did an excellent job. Had a new waiter and she did really well.
Written 24 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Michael L
Las Vegas3 contributions
Sept 2020 • none
It was my last day in Tucson so I decided I wanted to try something American since it was Labor Day so I chose this place and had done Mexican first two nights in town.
I was excited about the Cowboy Ribeye I ordered until the first bite that I could barely chew. That continued for the whole steak. You would think a steak maybe 1/4 inch stick wouldn't be that tough but I was wrong. And it was cooked medium.
The margarita was nice as was the shrimp other than having a partial wooden skewer in one of the shrimp.
I mentioned the steak issue to the waiter and she said she would tell the kitchen.
That steak definitely was not worth the cost of it.
I doubt I'll be back when I make it back to Tucson again.
Written 7 September 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Showing results 1-15 of 294
Related Stories
Best moderately priced restaurants
See all
Best nearby
We rank these hotels, restaurants, and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location.
Best nearby hotels
See all 
Best nearby restaurants
See all 
Is This Your Listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim Your Free Listing