Pitchforks and Corks, located in the ASU College Avenue Commons Building, focuses on Spanish inspired food, including small plates, sandwiches and salads, and creative beverage options. Open Mon.-Fri. for lunch and happy hour.

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.

Rodeo Ranch is a playground for adults 21 and older, complete with a live DJ, dancing to an unforgettable lightshow, bottle service and of course, a signature mechanical bull where patrons can get into the saddle to tame the beast.

Come into Rosita’s and enjoy home style regional Mexican fare in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Rula Bula is a lively, fun old world pub and restaurant built in Ireland, serving four-star cuisine, pub fare, and perfect pints of Guinness. Enjoy live music and a courtyard patio bar.

Sauce Pizza & Wine is now open at The Union Tempe! Pair your favorite wine or a local craft brew with one of our hand-stretched pizzas or gourmet salads for the complete the Sauce dining experience. 

The retro-cool Shady Park is home to three concepts: Damatos for pizza, Umami for ramen and the Barpark, a large patio bar with games, TVs for sports, regularly scheduled DJs, live music and other events.

Snakes & Lattes houses a library of 1000+ games, available to guests for a per person fee and works with local craft breweries, coffee roasters, and features an amazing kitchen to satisfy any palate.

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.

The newest restaurant to hit Downtown Tempe, you’ll find an eclectic menu with a variety vegetarian options and carnivorous hearty options too. Part restaurant, part venue, completely fun.

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.

Experience the best of Thai cuisine at this stylish, yet affordable, restaurant near Downtown Tempe and ASU.

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.