Discover Tempe's Top Bars: Entertainment, Games, Food & More Than Just Drinks
Elevate your nightlife in Tempe with these standout bars that offer entertainment, games, craft brews, and delicious eats far beyond typical drinks. Call an Uber and explore these premier destinations, from local breweries to interactive venues.
Main Event Tempe
8545 S. Emerald Ave. Tempe, AZ 85284 | (480) 753-1200
Skip the ordinary night out at Tempe's premier indoor entertainment hub. Bowl on state-of-the-art lanes, play billiards, tackle indoor laser tag, or conquer the gravity-defying high ropes course suspended above 100+ virtual and interactive games. Refuel with diverse dining options and premium full-service bars for an unforgettable experience.
Dave & Buster's
2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy. Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 281-8456
Indulge in eat, drink, and play vibes at Dave & Buster's in Tempe Marketplace—the ultimate adult playground. Sip innovative cocktails from the in-house mixologist while dominating arcade classics like Pop-A-Shot, Pac-Man, and skee-ball. Pair with tasty eats like chargrilled Atlantic salmon or a classic Philly cheesesteak.
Culinary Dropout at The Yard Tempe
149 S. Farmer Ave. Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 240-1601
Relax in the revamped warehouse vibe of Culinary Dropout at The Yard Tempe, a spacious gastropub with a laid-back, come-as-you-are atmosphere. Its oversized patio boasts a stocked bar, cornhole, ping-pong, fire pits, live weekend music, and twinkling lights. Enjoy rotating local Arizona and craft beers alongside inventive dishes from meatloaf to kale and sweet corn salad for lunch, dinner, or brunch.
Pedal Haus Brewery
730 S. Mill Ave. #H102 Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 314-2337
A paradise for bike enthusiasts, good times, and craft beer, Pedal Haus Brewery features one of Downtown Tempe's largest patios. Savor European-style brews around a massive fire pit in the beer garden, with games like cornhole, ladder-ball, and ping-pong. Multiple indoor/outdoor bars ensure quick service, complemented by standout food like chicken pot pie.
The Lodge Sasquatch Kitchen
26 S. Farmer Ave. Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 967-0578
Step into Tempe's cozy 'cabin in the woods' at The Lodge Sasquatch Kitchen, evoking hunting lodges and ski retreats. On First Street and Farmer Avenue, enjoy a large patio with rolle bolle courts (a Belgian bocce-like game), two bars, a game room, and indoor/outdoor entertainment. Full menu served from 11 a.m. to midnight or later—perfect for late-night hangs.
Shady Park Tempe
26 E. University Dr. Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 474-4222
Shady Park offers a vibrant indoor/outdoor space with live music, pizza, ramen, draft beers, cocktails, and sake.
Tilt Studio
5000 Arizona Mills Circle, Ste. 669 Tempe, AZ 85282 | (480) 648-1222
Go full blast at Tilt Studio in Arizona Mills Mall with 150+ classic and modern games for all ages. Recharge at the BYO Craft Kitchen & Bar with burgers, pizza, salads, sandwiches, beers, wine, cocktails, or mocktails. Catch sports on big screens too.
For more dining and nightlife info, visit our dining section or call (480) 894-8158.
