Dating back to the first location in Western New York in 1927, Ted’s Hot Dogs is well-known for charcoal-grilled hot dogs, sausages, burgers and chicken sandwiches cooked just the way you like it.

Ted’s Refreshments is the newest watering hole in Downtown Tempe. Here’s you’ll find inexpensive American classic menu items and lots of beer and cocktail options. Enjoy lunch specials that your boss may not approve, happy hour specials and Sunday brunch.

The Chuckbox is a metro Phoenix favorite for mesquite grilled hamburgers and chicken sandwiches for more than 35 years. Cooked over an open flame, you can choose your own toppings from their “fixins bar.” They accept cash only.

Handlebar is a modern American beer garden with a dog-friendly, bike-friendly 2,000-square-foot patio, killer tunes and tasty menu items like local sausages, burgers and vegetarian fare.

The Lodge is a locally owned and operated bar/restaurant that makes great food from scratch. They have a humongous patio with plenty of TVs. Featured on Triple D and owned in part by NFL Pro Bowler and Minnesota Viking, Jared Allen.

The Mission Grille is a full-service restaurant featuring a new American menu as well as full breakfast and lunch buffets. Indoor and courtyard seating is available.

The Stockyards is Arizona’s original steakhouse known for its premium hand-cut aged steaks, prime ribs, wild game, fresh pork, poultry and seafood.

This locally-owned neighborhood hangout features a lakeside patio, fully stocked bar and modern American fare. Watershed guests can also take a boat ride around the lake for $5 a person.

Our mission is to evolve the gastropub business by combining the traditional values of European and American pubs to create a place where friends and family can celebrate life and enjoy handcrafted food, beers and cocktails.

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.

This locally-owned, family-friendly eatery serves made from scratch breakfast and lunch favorites, including their famous Original Protein Pancakes.

Enjoy dining and entertainment under one roof with delicious and unexpected lunch and dinner fare, a lively happy hour, a nightclub, lounge and an open-air space with panoramic views of Mill Avenue.

Locally owned and operated, VooDoo Daddy’s Steam Kitchen is a Cajun, creole and Caribbean restaurant in Tempe. The menu includes jambalaya, gumbo, red beans and rice, po’boys, custom blended ice teas, porch wines and craft beers.

Word of Mouth Grill is a family owned and operated restaurant serving mesquite smoke BBQ. Offering nine different BBQ sauces to choose from, the flavors speak for themselves.