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Best of Metromix Tucson 2010New restaurant

While Tucson has lost far too many beloved restaurants in recent years, the dining scene has had some definite bright spots as well. Looking at that wine glass half-full, here are our nominess for best new restaurant that opened in 2009.

Game On Sports Grille

6453 N. Oracle Road

Tucson, AZ 85704

In the old Chuy's spot on Oracle, whether you follow sports or not, it's no matter—the food here is that good.

Nominees

Pizzeria Vivace

4280 N. Campbell Ave.

Tucson, AZ 85718

Chef-owner Daniel Scordato's newest venture brings his level of quality to the every day.

Nimbus American Bistro & Brewery

6464 E. Tanque Verde

Tucson, AZ 85715

Nimbus Brewer yowner Jim Counts extends his reach with this second location serves up the homegrown brews we expect plus an expanded menu of eats.

Seoul Kitchen

4951 E. Grant Road

Tucson, AZ 85712

Opened in fall 2009, this newest addition to our woefully small Koren dining landscape is cozy, authentic, family run and affordable.

AZUL Restaurant Lounge

3800 E. Sunrise Drive

Tucson, AZ 85718

Opened in November of 2009 in the extensive lobby of the Westin La Paloma Resort, AZUL is for both the late-night cocktail crowd as well as diners looking for Mediterranean flavors.