Walkable
Culinary Dropout
149 S Farmer Ave | (480) 240-1601
Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.
Cornish Pasty
960 W University Dr #103 | (480) 894-6261
British restaurant in Tempe located on University Dr and Hardy offering traditional English pasties with vegetarian and vegan options, pub fare, salads, soups, desserts, and a full bar.
Café Boa
398 S. Mill Ave | (480) 968-9112
Caffe Boa on Mill Avenue has a romantic atmosphere, great service, and a selection of Italian food and wine.
Mission Grill
60 E 5th St #101 | (480) 894-1400
The Mission Grille, located in Tempe Mission Palms hotel, serves up breakfast and lunch daily.
Mellow Mushroom
740 S. Mill Ave. | (480) 967-6355
Mellow Mushroom is a funky, art-filled pizzeria featuring craft beer, salads, calzones and creative pizzas. Gluten free options are available.
Anoche Cantina
640 S. Mill Ave. B110 | (480) 500-5104
Anoche is a modern cantina and nightlife concept with an innovative food and beverage program and a build-your-own margarita bar. Savor Latin-inspired dishes and sip craft cocktails by day and party at Mill Ave.’s hottest new nightlife venue by night.
Drivable
Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen
440 W. Warner Rd. | (480) 785-0522
Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen offers a fusion approach to modern-Italian cuisine. Their menu of salads, entrees, pasta and pizza sprinkles in the bold flavors of Asian, Mediterranean, and Mexican ingredients. You can find a wide selection of vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and allergy-friendly items.
Drink Me! Tea Room
1730 E. Warner Rd., Ste. 5 | (602) 206-5469
This Tea Room offers a modern twist on Afternoon tea. You can relax and enjoy a delightful selection of savory sandwiches, scrumptious scones and splendid sweets served with organic tea. Their treats are all vegan and gluten free.
Pita Jungle
4 E. University Dr. | (480) 804-0234
Pita Jungle offers Mediterranean inspired healthy dishes made from scratch daily. Also featuring a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes on their extensive menu.
Golden Pineapple
2700 S. Mill Ave. | (480) 590-5703
The Golden Pineapple is the newest craft lounge to open in Tempe. The menu features Baja Mexican-style foods with a Sonoran Desert twist. Offering everything from bar bites to dinner entrees.
Haji-Baba
1513 E. Apache Blvd. | (480) 894-1905
Enjoy authentic kebabs, shawarma, gyros and more inside a Middle Eastern grocery. Open for lunch and dinner daily, this restaurant offers Middle Eastern favorites at an affordable price.
Mango Rabbit
1250 E. Apache Blvd. #112 | (480) 912-6283
Mango Rabbit, a locally owned eatery, serves Asian and Asian-inspired drinks, desserts and snacks including milk tea, giant bubble waffle treats, herbal teas and smoothies.
Crackers & Co. Café
1285 W. Elliot Rd. | (480) 705-7900
Crackers & Co. Café is a local favorite that serves all-day breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, soups and salads.
Fate Brewing Company
201 E. Southern Ave. | (480) 590-2395
Fate Brewing Co. is an Arizona-based brewery with two locations in Scottsdale and a new Tempe location. Its brewpubs are known for bold, award-winning craft beers and perfectly paired lunch and dinner fare.
Freely Taproom Tempe
1730 E. Warner Rd. Ste. 11 | (602) 960-6001
Freely Taproom in Tempe offers quality craft beers on tap, pairing perfectly with our kitchen. The Tempe Taproom where you’re Free to Bee.
Original ChopShop
222 E. University Dr. | (480) 307-9336
Original Chop Shop is a relaxed space where you can experience healthy cuisine, including salads, sandwiches, protein bowls and smoothies.
Postino Annex
615 S. College Ave. | (480) 927-1111
Built on a foundation of unique, approachable wines; simple, delicious food; and a warm, friendly culture, Postino Annex seamlessly blends this winning mix with indoor/outdoor dining, vintage garage doors and pop-culture artwork.
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
23 S. McClintock Dr. | (480) 557-5552
When it comes to steak, The Keg serves the finest cuts. Steaks are aged for tenderness and seasoned with a very special blend of spices to lend unique flavor. The menu features tender, juicy steaks, slow roasted prime rib, succulent shellfish and an outstanding wine list.
Top of the Rock
2000 W. Westcourt Way | (602) 431-2370
Beautiful views, locally sourced chef inspired cuisine, signature cocktails and an extensive wine list. A local favorite and a must see for visitors. Open daily 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m. with happy hour from 5 p.m.-7 p.m.
Casey Moore’s Oyster House
850 S. Ash Ave. | (480) 968-9935
Casey Moore’s is an iconic Irish pub located in a historic house near ASU. From visitors to locals, college professors to students, everyone loves Casey’s for its large patio, cozy bar and menu with sandwiches, salads, beef, oysters and seafood.
Little Szechuan
524 W. University Dr. | (480) 966-7660
Family owned and operated since 1996, but Little Szechuan has been serving the Valley since 1976. We specialize in authentic pan-asian comfort food. Our potstickers (original or plant based) and kung pao dishes are family favorites. Kitchen closed, order out only.
Snooze an AM Eatery
615 S. College Ave., Ste. 103 | (480) 355-1934
Located in a former ASU art studio, Snooze has some of the best pancakes you’ll ever have and a wide variety of omelets and benedicts. If the weather is nice, get a seat outside on the patio.
Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits
11 E. 7th St. | (480) 968-8885
Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits combines the rustic flavors of Arizona with traditional Southwestern dishes providing guests with an innovative menu of elevated Sonoran cuisine. Guests can also enjoy nature-infused craft cocktails, local Arizona breweries, and an unexpected wine list.
Lou Malnati’s
27 South McClintock Drive | (480) 863-3500
Considered the oldest family name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is a family-owned company famous for deep dish pizza and staying true to the original pizza recipe.
Rigatony’s Authentic Italian Restaurant
1850 E. Warner Rd. | (480) 899-1111
Rigatony’s is an authentic Italian restaurant reminiscent of New York’s Little Italy. Families love the throwback décor, generous portions of homestyle Italian favorites and weekly specials.
Vegan/Vegetarian
Cafe Lalibela
849 W. University Dr. | (480) 829-1939
Family-owned and operated for nearly 20 years, Café Lalibela offers an authentic, aromatic Ethiopian dining experience. Their diverse menu offers unique flavors, including vegetarian and gluten-free dishes.
Green New American Vegetarian
2240 N. Scottsdale Rd. #8 | (480) 941-9003
Green is 100% vegan and vegetarian. Chef Damon Brasch describes the food as being “new American vegetarian,” influenced from different cultures and cooking styles.
Desert Roots Kitchen
414 S. Mill Ave., Ste. 111 | (480) 382-0228
Located in Downtown Tempe, Desert Roots Kitchen is known for vegan and vegetarian dishes that are made with organic and locally sourced ingredients. Their menu changes daily.
