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Discover New Dining Gems at Tempe Marketplace: Mad Greens, Noodles & Company, and Upcoming Nekter Juice Bar

Tempe's dining scene is evolving rapidly, with exciting openings like Postino Annex, Snooze, and Culinary Dropout at The Yard. Tempe Marketplace is keeping pace by welcoming fresh additions alongside staples such as Dave & Buster’s, California Pizza Kitchen, Thirsty Lion Pub & Grill, and Bar Louie. The latest arrivals—Mad Greens and Noodles & Company—are now open, with Nekter Juice Bar slated to debut later this year.

MAD Greens
2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy. #1215
Tempe, AZ 85281
602-283-3901

This Colorado-based chain, founded in 2004, brings one of its first Arizona locations to Tempe Marketplace. MAD Greens emphasizes fresh, farm-sourced produce for salads, wraps, paninis, soups, and juices, making healthy eating fun and flavorful. Standouts include the Siam I Am salad with quinoa, chicken, kale, spinach, green onions, and ginger dressing, plus the Bright Buzz juice blending apple, banana, bee pollen, carrot, pineapple, and lime. Online ordering adds convenience for busy diners.

Nekter Juice Bar
2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy. #1213
Tempe, AZ 85281
480-771-5900

Located next to Cold Stone Creamery, Nekter Juice Bar—founded by Steve and Alexis Schulze in California—offers natural juices and smoothies as coffee alternatives, packed with fresh fruits and greens. Enjoy acai bowls or multi-day juice cleanses for detox. Stay tuned for their grand opening updates.

Noodles & Company
2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy.
Tempe, AZ 85281
480-921-3500

Pasta lovers' haven and Arizona's exclusive Noodles & Company spot at Tempe Marketplace. Customize bowls with global-inspired bases (American, Italian, Thai, Japanese), proteins like meat or tofu, and add-ins to "green it up," "soup it up," or "veg it up." Favorites: Bangkok Curry or Beef Stroganoff; even simple buttered noodles. Complement with Tomato Basil Bisque soup, salads, or sandwiches. Order online via their site.

For more on Tempe Marketplace, visit our website or call 480-894-8158.

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