Priest & University, Tempe

Patrick's picks for the neighborhood.

All food drink coffee shopping services entertainment outdoors other

Chino Bandido
Mexican-Chinese fusion. My top food recommendation in all of Phoenix. Make the drive.
15414 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85023
food
Spinato's Pizza
Legendary Tempe pizza — sweet sauce, thin crust, 30+ years. Go at least once.
1920 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
food
Haji Baba
Middle Eastern restaurant and grocery. Best falafel plate in the area.
1513 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
food
The Shop Beer Co.
Microbrewery near Hardy and 3rd. Rotating taps, lowkey ambience.
drink
Cafe Lalibela
Ethiopian food. Family-run, good injera, worth a visit.
food
Cheba Hut
"Toasted" subs in a laidback stoner-themed spot. Great laidback environment.
1919 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
food
Cornish Pasty Co.
Handmade pasties, excellent vegan/vegetarian options, great patio. Must-try.
1941 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
food
Buffalo Exchange
Upscale thrift. Curated selection, fun to browse.
730 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
shopping
El Pollo Supremo
Half chicken and tri tip combo plate. Cash only, very affordable.
food
Otto's Pizza
Pizza by the slice and meatball calzones. Quick and solid.
food
Coffee Cartel
Locally owned. Good coffee, great for studying. No pressure.
711 S Ash Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
coffee
Snakes and Lattes
Board game cafe. Good drinks, surprisingly good vegetarian food.
316 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
entertainment
Taste of Tops
Bar inside Top's Liquor. Widest selection in Phoenix. Unpretentious.
drink
Casey Moore's Oyster House
Neighborhood classic. Daytime drinks, big shaded patio, good oysters.
914 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
drink
Dark Side
Cult-favorite neighborhood bar. Open mic Tuesdays, live band karaoke Sundays.
717 S Ash Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
drink