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Famous Sam’s

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1970 West River Road
Tucson, AZ
+1 520-292-0492

Hours: Su-Th 11:00-01:00; Fr 11:00-02:00
Cuisine: burger
Service options: Outdoor seating

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Famous Sam’s is a restaurant in Tucson, AZ. You can reach it by phone at +1 520-292-0492. The menu centers on burger cooking. It's located at 1970 West River Road. It sits 13.3 miles northwest of central Tucson, at 32.3066° N, 111.0093° W. Service options include outdoor seating. About 36% of adults here hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Other restaurants nearby include Jerry Bobs Family Restaurant (0.1 mi) and Famous Sam's (1 mi). Tucson gets about 340 sunny days a year. The Pima Air & Space Museum is an aerospace museum in Tucson, Arizona, US. It sits near F86 (11.7 mi), Sonoran Science Academy Davis-Monthan (11.9 mi) and Los Niños School (12.2 mi). Hours: Su-Th 11:00-01:00; Fr 11:00-02:00.

Famous Sam’s, a restaurant in Tucson, AZ, sits at 1970 West River Road. The menu leans burger.

It's open Su-Th 11:00-01:00; Fr 11:00-02:00. Service options include outdoor seating. It's 14.2 mi from 390th Memorial Museum (museum). Famous Sam’s is 14.3 mi from Pima Air & Space Museum (museum). It sits 14.1 mi from Laueffer Middle School (school).

It is one of 360 restaurants listed for Tucson. 2 are within roughly a mile of this address. If dietary needs matter at your table, it is worth asking how the kitchen handles gluten-free or allergy requests before you go. Other restaurants nearby: Jerry Bobs Family Restaurant (0.1 mi), Famous Sam's (1.0 mi), and Food Street Kitchen (1.8 mi).

About 65% of homes in Pima County are owner-occupied. The typical commute in Pima County runs about 24 minutes. Summers in Tucson average near 99°F and winters settle around 42°F. The local food scene leans toward American, Burger, Chinese. The area sees roughly 13 inches of rain a year. The median household income across Pima County runs about $67,929. About 36% of adults here hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Tucson gets about 340 sunny days a year. The Tucson Military Vehicle Museum opened on Friday, March 21, 2025. Reach Famous Sam’s at +1 520-292-0492. Built from open map data, this page is free. Owners of Famous Sam’s can claim it and add hours, services, and a booking link.

Nearby landmarks: 14.2 mi from 390th Memorial Museum (museum) · 14.3 mi from Pima Air & Space Museum (museum) · 14.1 mi from Laueffer Middle School (school)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Famous Sam’s located?
Famous Sam’s is at 1970 West River Road, Tucson, AZ.
What are Famous Sam’s's hours?
Famous Sam’s's listed hours are Su-Th 11:00-01:00; Fr 11:00-02:00.
What other restaurants are near Famous Sam’s?
Nearby restaurants include Jerry Bobs Family Restaurant (0.1 mi), Famous Sam's (1.0 mi), and Food Street Kitchen (1.8 mi).
How do I contact Famous Sam’s?
Call +1 520-292-0492.
Does Famous Sam’s offer takeout or delivery?
Per its OpenStreetMap listing, Famous Sam’s offers outdoor seating. Confirm current options when you order.
What should I look for in a restaurant in Tucson?
Reservation policy varies a lot at this size of restaurant — some hold tables only for larger parties, others are strictly walk-in. Checking hours and confirming details directly with the business is always worth the two minutes.

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