Coyote Pause Cafe

The service for a bicyclist in need of food and water was fantastic.
Jalapeño bacon was really tasty
Mesquite pancake was worth going back for
Sausage gravy was weird. Not much seasoning or sausage. Also, tasted a bit like they used premix biscuit flour, rather than flour in the gravy.

Outside seating seemed out of season. I'd encourage they use their plates, not plastic containers, for people who are going to eat just steps outside the back.

It's a very busy cafe so be prepared to wait a tick for brunch- wait times seemed to average 15 to 30 minutes give or take. It probably didnt help a large group arrived right before we did. The staff is very friendly, portions make you feel comfortably full and the food was delicious. I had chilaquiles, southwest rice and ordered a side of bacon which was cooked to perfection. My other had the breakfast burrito (which I also tried because I love food) which was tasty as well! To drink I had a prickly pear lemonade which was flavorful and good as well. Make sure to grab a duo of fresh baked chocolate chip cookies on the exit, too. Great local fare and I will be back next time we're in Tucson!

The vegan tamales. And cowboy hash. Out of this world. Their non vegan items too! We have hit this amazing place twice in the past seven months. Two separate road trips. This place is a must stop every time we're out Tucson way!

The place definitely seemed understaffed when I arrived. My server more than made up for it with her attitude and attentiveness. The 3 people working at the time were all incredibly nice and helpful. 5 stars for service.

The food, however, was average at best. Frozen burger, frozen fries. Very little to set their signature lunch item apart. The breakfast other patrons were getting looked good. I would go back to give that a try.

We really enjoyed the food...the Tamale Pie and the Mesquite Pancakes were great. The servers were very friendly, but the biggest drawback was how extremely slow everything was from the wait to give our order to the fact that we had to go up front to get our own checks after waiting 30 minutes. Just like everyone else, I think they are short staffed. I would still recommend trying this cute place!