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Teresa’s Mosaic Cafe

This long-established family-owned restaurant serves authentic Sonoran Mexican cuisine, and they make their own tortillas onsite. The albóndigas (Mexican meatballs) are especially recommended.

Address: 2456 N Silver Mosaic Dr
Hours: Mon-Sat 7:30AM-9PM, Sun 7:30AM-2PM
Price: Mains $9-16
Website: teresasmosaic.com (opens in a new tab)

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