Shop & Dine

SHOP

Looking to take a piece of the desert home with you? This is the place. Find cactus (yes, really!), toys, books, housewares, apparel, pottery, jewelry, and more! Forget your desert essentials? No worries! The gift store has a variety of sun hats, sunglasses, and reusable water bottles.

THE MOUNTAIN HOUSE GIFT SHOP

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

THE IRONWOOD GIFT SHOP

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Contact us! Email giftshop@desertmuseum.org or call 520-578-3008.

ONLINE ART STORE

All purchases support the Art Institute

DINE

Are you as hungry as a black bear? Enjoy relaxed dining in Ocotillo Café or chow down at Ironwood Terraces. Craving caffeine or sweets? We’ve got you covered. Enjoy coffee, ice cream, and various snacks at Phoebe’s Coffee Bar.

IRONWOOD TERRACES

A casual food court that includes kid’s meals, as well as healthy choices and vegetarian options.

June 1 - September 30:
10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
(Agave line open only Saturdays)
(open until 8:00 p.m. during Cool Summer Nights)
October 1 - May 31:
10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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PHOEBE’S COFFEE BAR

Start or finish your visit with a trip to Phoebe’s Coffee Bar. You can enjoy Caribou coffee, pastries, snacks, ice cream, popsicles, sandwiches, and more.

June 1 - September 30:
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(open until 9:00 p.m. during Cool Summer Nights)
October 1 - May 31:
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

BEER, WINE & COCKTAILS

Beer is available for purchase at Phoebe’s Coffee Bar, The Ocotillo Café, and Ironwood Terraces. You are allowed to wander the grounds with your beer but please recycle! You can also sip on specialty cocktails and wine at Ocotillo Café.

PICNICS

There is a small public picnic area just outside the Museum's entrance. Outside food is not allowed on Museum grounds, except to accommodate food allergies or religious restrictions.

OCOTILLO CAFÉ

A casual dining experience that focuses on locally sourced ingredients to create regional southwest cuisine. Reservations may be made for parties of 8 or more. Please call 520-883-1380 Ext. 7212 to make your reservation.

Open from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays
December 15, 2024 - April 21, 2025.

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