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Firecracker

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Local(520) 318-1118

2990 N Swan Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712

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Firecracker
Local(520) 318-1118

2990 N Swan Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712

http://www.metrorestaurants.com

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The Open View

Firecracker in Tucson is a three star French restaurant. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant is very affordable. This place is good for groups. People who have eaten here found the food nothing to get excited about and great there.

Expert Reviews of Firecracker

Citysearch | This Pacific Rim bistro rates high on style, but the food falls just short of fantastic.

You've driven past the building that looks like it's on fire. Ever wonder what was behind those eye-catching flames? Tucson restaurateur Bob McMahon's experiment in Asian cuisine feels like Hong Kong...
citysearch.com - expert review - 08/18/2003
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Frommer's

With a menu that knows no boundaries and wild architectural touches that include flames issuing from torches atop the building and faux tree trunks in the bar, Firecracker is one of Tucson's hot spots. Hip...
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Wcities

do not panic when you see the flames shooting from the roof on north swan road; it is just an indication that you are closing in on tucson's hottest pacific rim bistro. this amer-asian eatery is loved for both...
wcities.com - expert review
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Fodor's

the service at this firecracker is slow and frustrating, despite a nearly empty restuarant. the food is nothing to get excited about, rather bland and uninspiring...
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AOL CityGuide

firecracker has the most unique atmosphere with the ceiling fans being the most fascinating. the food is great there and the servers are very friendly. the bar is a fun place to go and relax and have a...
cityguide.aol.com - expert review
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OpenTable

Chef Philippe Trosch introduces French Regional Home Cooking at Bistro Philippe, Tucson's newest dining experience. Featuring simple, delicious dishes, inspired by his homeland, Chef Philippe promises guests a...
opentable.com - expert review
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User Reviews of Firecracker

Yelp.com Review - by Leo B.

2 of 5 stars. Agree with most of the reviews on here Nothing awful nothing great. The flames will be missed but that is about it.
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Yvett R.

2 of 5 stars. They had me with the torches. That's really the reason I wanted to go. I heard that the whole menu and restaurant type would change so I wanted to try it before it closed. It was sort of weird. The…
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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Great Atmosphere!

I went here with my wife and the food was great! The atmosphere was very friendly, but romantic at the same time which is always good when taking my wife out.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Just so so

I had driven past this restraunt many times, and was enticed to try it. I was a little dissapointed with the food (overcooked shrimp) and the server was quite slow. The drinks we had were good, so the
kudzu.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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Had a bad experience

Our water was never refilled, server dissappeared for large quantities of time, and the meal was nothing to brag about. The chicken I ordered tasted like a big chicken nugget from the freezer...very...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Arissa C.

2 of 5 stars. This was a lack lustre meal- reminiscent of PF Chang's menu- the decor from ceiling fans to art work are the saving grace to this place...Perhaps other places to enjoy wine and your company! PS - slow…
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2006
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romantic atmosphere

This place is great for a nice night out in Tucson. The atmosphere is perfect for a relaxing meal, and the food was excellent. I highly recommend the thai chicken- so delicious! For a very filling two hour...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2006
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great food

This place is really really great. It has an awesome bar and its very romantic. The food is 5 star quality but its not overpriced. My favorite appatizer is the fried cream cheese puffs, omg they're fabulous.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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Overpriced OK asian food with horrible service

Although promp seating and an emaculate dining area Firecracker falls far short of being impressive. The waitress brought one persons drink at a time making it awkward to say the least. The drinks were all...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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Nothing Special

The food at Firecracker was OK. Nothing to write home about. Finding a good cook who can do seafood right would be something Bob McMahon could strive for. Service was a little slow, and the tab was ap
kudzu.com - user review - 09/26/2006
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We were impressed!

We ate there on a Sat. night and the staff was very efficient and the atmosphere was nice. The restaurant became busy but we could still hear each other and it didn't seem too noisy. Our waiter was excellent...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kyle E.

4 of 5 stars. A little slow to seat us, but excellent, attentive service thereafter. Both the potsticker and the crab appetizers are recommended and there is nothing quite like the Roast Duck with cherry for dinner…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2006
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Not worth the price.

Went here with family late on a Saturday night. Were seated quickly. The ambience is nice, and the wonton soup was great. The entrees were sub-par. I have had much better at the little Chinese restaurants that...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/11/2006
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Disapointing....

A recent birthday party found me at the Firecracker, a beg building that I had always been curious a...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/15/2006
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Firecracker Hot!

Firecracker has a unique array of Pan Asian cuisine in a great atmosphere. We especially love the F...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/15/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Honey Lee B.

2 of 5 stars. O.K. - Not impressed and will not be returning.
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2005
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Romantic and intimate

Great restaurant for a romantic date--not loud and noisy like PF Chang. Inventive menu and presentations. Reasonably priced. Plaza Palomino is now a nice retail setting for this restaurant. I love the...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2004
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What a disappointment

As a recent transplant to Tucson from San Francisco I was intriqued by the eye catching exterior of this restaurant. Drawn inside, I found a very hip, sassy decor. Imagine my disapointment when the food did...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2004
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Great Dish

The service is great. The Won Ton soup and Wasabi stuffed chicken breasts are to die for.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/08/2004
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A Hidden Secret

The food was excellent. I ordered the Japenese Steak and it was cooked to perfection. It was served with a tasty sauce and the presentation was artwork. For dessert, I ordered the creme brulee. It was to die...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2003
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Fusion in the desert!

If you're in the mood for some Asian fusion with good flavors and drinks this is the place. The lettuce wraps are a must. Good ambience and cool decor.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2003
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Big flames little sparks

My girlfriend and I went there and it was 30 min after they opened. They were clearly un prepared. We waited forever and when the food finaly got there in was not good we seriously didn't even finish it. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2002
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Much better than PF Changs!

Delicious! I would recommend this place to anyone. The food is great without the fatty meat you often get at pacific rim cuisine restaurants. Not necessarily the best choice in desserts, so if you want more...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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Firecracker Blew Me Away!

I must admit, I went to this restaurant because of the torces out from and the fact that it is close to my house. My husband and I thought it might be fun and were totally blown away by how wonderful the food...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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