Guidebook for Tempe
Shopping
Target
995 S Cotton LnEssentials
Fry's Food And Drug
3255 S Rural RdTrader Joe's
6460 S McClintock DrWhole Foods Market
2955 W Ray RdSprouts Farmers Market
1706 E Southern AveGetting Around
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1801 E Baseline RdParks & Nature
Kiwanis Park
Food Scene
Steve's Espresso
1801 E Baseline RdEntertainment & Activities
Sun Devil Football Stadium
500 E Veterans WayPhoenix Suns
201 E Jefferson StSloan Park
2330 W Rio Salado PkwyMesa Riverview
857 N Dobson RdHarkins Theatres Tempe Marketplace 16
2000 E Rio Salado PkwyRestaurant Recommendations
Located in a historic part of downtown Tempe, this is one of the most romantic and special locations you could ask for. The outdoor patio is a dream!
79 locals recommend
House of Tricks
114 E 7th StLocated in a historic part of downtown Tempe, this is one of the most romantic and special locations you could ask for. The outdoor patio is a dream!
Snooze (615 S College Ave #103): Located right by ASU, this is a great place to stop after a hike up “A Mountain” or while exploring the ASU/downtown Tempe area. Try their Sweet Potato Pancakes!
236 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
615 S College AveSnooze (615 S College Ave #103): Located right by ASU, this is a great place to stop after a hike up “A Mountain” or while exploring the ASU/downtown Tempe area. Try their Sweet Potato Pancakes!
Crêpe Bar (7520 South Rural Road): As you may have guessed, their specialty is crepes, but they also serve eggs, salads and more. We can highly recommend the Grand Prix for something savory and the First Time for something sweet. Note: This place isn’t the biggest or the coziest but it’s GOOD!
29 locals recommend
Crêpe Bar
7520 S Rural RdCrêpe Bar (7520 South Rural Road): As you may have guessed, their specialty is crepes, but they also serve eggs, salads and more. We can highly recommend the Grand Prix for something savory and the First Time for something sweet. Note: This place isn’t the biggest or the coziest but it’s GOOD!
Original Chop Shop (222 E. University Dr.): Located right by ASU, their motto is “just feel good food” and they mean it! Come here for salads, protein bowls, super fruit bowls, sandwiches, fresh juice, protein shakes and more.
218 locals recommend
Original ChopShop
7158 E 5th AveOriginal Chop Shop (222 E. University Dr.): Located right by ASU, their motto is “just feel good food” and they mean it! Come here for salads, protein bowls, super fruit bowls, sandwiches, fresh juice, protein shakes and more.
Perfect Pear Bistro (two Tempe locations): Locally owned and focused on healthy American comfort food. Only open for Lunch and Dinner. Creative takes on tacos, grilled cheese, salads, sandwiches, pasta, etc, it’s easy to find something you’ll like.
33 locals recommend
Perfect Pear Bistro
603 W University DrPerfect Pear Bistro (two Tempe locations): Locally owned and focused on healthy American comfort food. Only open for Lunch and Dinner. Creative takes on tacos, grilled cheese, salads, sandwiches, pasta, etc, it’s easy to find something you’ll like.
Culinary Dropout (149 S Farmer Ave): If you only order one thing, please get the Pretzels and Fondue! Although you can’t go wrong with anything on their menu. They have an excellent Happy Hour (and are very kid friendly during that time…perfect for parents wanting to hang out somewhere “grown up” but not feel guilty about bringing along the kiddos) and in the evening, it turns into more of a bar/party spot. They have a great games area- we love a good game of bags/cornhole.
561 locals recommend
Culinary Dropout
7135 E Camelback RdCulinary Dropout (149 S Farmer Ave): If you only order one thing, please get the Pretzels and Fondue! Although you can’t go wrong with anything on their menu. They have an excellent Happy Hour (and are very kid friendly during that time…perfect for parents wanting to hang out somewhere “grown up” but not feel guilty about bringing along the kiddos) and in the evening, it turns into more of a bar/party spot. They have a great games area- we love a good game of bags/cornhole.
Four Peaks Brewing Company (1340 E 8th St #104 is the main/original location): A Tempe institution and a must visit for beer lovers. You can even book a tour of the brewery (must be 21+ to attend the tour).
187 locals recommend
Four Peaks Brewing Company
1340 E 8th StFour Peaks Brewing Company (1340 E 8th St #104 is the main/original location): A Tempe institution and a must visit for beer lovers. You can even book a tour of the brewery (must be 21+ to attend the tour).
Spokes on Southern (1470 E Southern): low-key restaurant and bar. Lots of bicycle parking if you are out and about on one of the rentable, public bikes.
19 locals recommend
Spokes On Southern
1470 E Southern AveSpokes on Southern (1470 E Southern): low-key restaurant and bar. Lots of bicycle parking if you are out and about on one of the rentable, public bikes.
The Shop Beer Co. (922 W. 1st Street): local brewery and food-truck type food located in a historic Tempe neighborhood. Really laid-back, outdoor beer garden.
19 locals recommend
The Shop Beer Co.
922 W 1st StThe Shop Beer Co. (922 W. 1st Street): local brewery and food-truck type food located in a historic Tempe neighborhood. Really laid-back, outdoor beer garden.
Los Reyes De La Torta (528 E Southern Ave): Authentic Mexican (from Mexico City) food. Tortas are their specialty. Also try a Watermelon Aqua Fresca for a really refreshing drink! Note: You may have even heard of this place, as their original location was featured on an episode of Man vs. Food
19 locals recommend
Los Reyes De La Torta
9230 N 7th StLos Reyes De La Torta (528 E Southern Ave): Authentic Mexican (from Mexico City) food. Tortas are their specialty. Also try a Watermelon Aqua Fresca for a really refreshing drink! Note: You may have even heard of this place, as their original location was featured on an episode of Man vs. Food
Salut Kitchen Bar (1435 E. University Drive): One of those rare places that is great no matter the time of day, this is a solid choice for brunch, lunch and dinner. Try the Hummus Nachos and a Pizookie or even roast your own S’mores at your table. Bonus: They have Happy Hour 7 days a week from 36:30pm.
10 locals recommend
Salut Kitchen Bar
1435 E University DrSalut Kitchen Bar (1435 E. University Drive): One of those rare places that is great no matter the time of day, this is a solid choice for brunch, lunch and dinner. Try the Hummus Nachos and a Pizookie or even roast your own S’mores at your table. Bonus: They have Happy Hour 7 days a week from 36:30pm.
Gen Korean BBQ (2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy #1056): All You Can Eat within a 2 hour time limit, this is THE place to go in Tempe for Korean BBQ.
23 locals recommend
Gen Korean BBQ House
2000 E Rio Salado PkwyGen Korean BBQ (2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy #1056): All You Can Eat within a 2 hour time limit, this is THE place to go in Tempe for Korean BBQ.
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar (23 S. McClintock Drive): While we normally like to support local, this chain restaurant is too good to pass up if you’re in the mood for some meat!
12 locals recommend
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Tempe
23 S McClintock DrThe Keg Steakhouse + Bar (23 S. McClintock Drive): While we normally like to support local, this chain restaurant is too good to pass up if you’re in the mood for some meat!
Sacred Pi (6434 S. McClintock Dr): Locally-owned, you guessed it, pizza place. Excellent happy hour and reverse-happy hour 7 days a week. Tip: They even offer Vegan pizza if that’s your thing
8 locals recommend
Sacred Pi Love + Pizza
6434 S McClintock DrSacred Pi (6434 S. McClintock Dr): Locally-owned, you guessed it, pizza place. Excellent happy hour and reverse-happy hour 7 days a week. Tip: They even offer Vegan pizza if that’s your thing
Casey Moore’s Oyster House (850 S. Ash Ave): Another historic Tempe restaurant. Very relaxed atmosphere and some of the freshest seafood you’ll find in Arizona.
91 locals recommend
Casey Moore's Oyster House
850 S Ash AveCasey Moore’s Oyster House (850 S. Ash Ave): Another historic Tempe restaurant. Very relaxed atmosphere and some of the freshest seafood you’ll find in Arizona.