Dining & Nightlife

Variety is the name of the game when looking for a restaurant in Tempe. Whether you prefer dining at casual or elegant restaurants, Tempe will please even the most discerning palate. Cuisines from around the world can be found at a restaurant in Tempe. Tempe restaurants offer cuisines including Middle Eastern, Asian, Mexican and, of course, American fare. There are a variety of restaurant chains as well as restaurants unique to Tempe like Monti's La Casa Vieja, Casey Moore's Oyster House, and Dos Gringos Trailer Park. Arizona's mild climate allows for a restaurant in Tempe to offer patrons outdoor seating year-round. The majority of Tempe restaurants have outdoor seating space that provides the dining public with the opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and scenery. Bars and grills are plentiful in Tempe. Quench your thirst at one of our several microbreweries, or cheer on your favorite team at one of the popular sports bars. After eating dinner at one of our Tempe restaurants, enjoy an evening on the town. From country to swing to jazz to rock-n-roll, Tempe's nightclubs fit the bill.

Downtown Tempe alone offers the most concentrated area of restaurants and cafes in Arizona. Visitors may park their car and be within a short walk of a restaurant in Tempe that will match their appetite and budget. The downtown eateries line the decorated Mill Avenue and also sit just off the strip, adjacent to a movie theater or shops. For those looking for beverages, Downtown Tempe offers a number of different choices. Tasty coffee drinks, smoothies and Italian ice are all available throughout the downtown area.

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Tempe is located less than 10 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, in the heart of the metropolitan Phoenix area. It's the perfect year-round destination, offering exciting events, Broadway shows, live music, professional sports and some of the Southwest's best dining, nightlife, and shopping in the Tempe Arizona area.

Mill Avenue is the spot for exciting entertainment and events. Many special events take place at Tempe Town Lake, located at the northern end of Mill Avenue. Opportunities for shopping in the Tempe Arizona area are abundant. With over 65 restaurants just on Mill Avenue, cuisines from all over the world can be found. Arizona Mills and IKEA are just a couple of the many popular stops for shopping in the Tempe Arizona area.

When planning your Tempe vacation, enjoy the southwestern ambiances offered at a Tempe resort. When choosing a Tempe resort, you'll find an inviting selection of properties to choose from. From beautiful Wyndham Buttes, a Tempe resort perched high on a scenic hill overlooking the city to the southwestern inspired Fiesta Inn there's something for everyone.