Tempe · Maricopa County, AZ
Food & Drink in Tempe
Scout analyzed 118 Tempe places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.
Places analyzed
118
Matches
25
Typical spend
$18
Typical visit
44 min
Best neighborhoods for food & drink
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
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Food & Drink
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
Hawaiian Bros is a casual spot for a quick, affordable meal, ideal for a family lunch or a solo dinner. Expect to spend 30-45 minutes and $10-$20 per person.
Gililland
Arai Pastry
Arai Pastry is a good spot for a relaxed afternoon stop for a sweet treat or sandwich. Expect to spend 10-25 dollars per person for a quick visit.
Hudson Manor
The Hudson Eatery & Bar
The Hudson is a casual spot for American comfort food, drinks, and watching sports. Expect to spend 1-2 hours for a meal or an afternoon drink, costing around $15-40 per person.
Tempe Gardens
Mochinut Tempe
Mochinut is a good spot for a quick, sweet treat. It can be a brief stop for a snack or dessert, costing around $5-$15 per person.
Mitchell Park West
Perfect Pear Bistro
This American bistro offers a casual dining experience, suitable for a meal that lasts about an hour and costs roughly $20-40 per person. It's a good stop for lunch or dinner before or after other activities.
South Tempe
RigaTony's Authentic Italian Restaurant
RigaTony's is suitable for a relaxed family dinner or a casual date night, offering classic Italian dishes. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $20-40 per person.
Food & Drink
Filthy Animal
Filthy Animal is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, offering brunch, lunch, and dinner options with outdoor seating. Expect to spend $15-$40 per person for a visit of about 1.5 hours.
Food & Drink
Snakes & Lattes Tempe
This is a lively board game cafe perfect for a casual outing with friends or family, combining food, drinks, and entertainment for a few hours. Expect to spend $20-$40 per person for food and game access.
Holdeman
Arizona Donut Co.
Arizona Donut Co. is a casual spot for a quick breakfast or treat, perfect for starting a day of errands or a simple family outing. Expect to spend 15-30 minutes and around $5-10 per person for donuts and coffee.
South Tempe
Lush Cafe and Lounge
Lush Cafe and Lounge is suitable for an evening out, often featuring live music and drinks. Plan for a 2-hour visit and expect to spend $35-75 per person for food and cocktails.
Food & Drink
Back East Bagels
This is a quick and affordable breakfast or lunch spot, ideal for a solo meal, family outing, or a casual start to a weekend day. Expect to spend 30-45 minutes and $10-20 per person.
Riverside
Mochi Fresh Homemade Boba Milk Tea
This is a quick stop for boba tea, good for a casual pick-me-up or a brief break. Expect to spend 5-10 minutes and $5-10 per person.
South Tempe
Cold Stone Creamery
Cold Stone Creamery is a good stop for a sweet treat after a meal or for a casual, short outing. Expect to spend 20 minutes and around $7-15 per person for a custom ice cream creation.
South Tempe
what's the scoop!?
This local ice cream shop is a good spot for a quick, affordable treat for families or individuals. Expect to spend about 30 minutes and under $15 per person for dessert, especially after a nearby casual meal.
Southern Manor I and II
Pied Piper Bakery
Pied Piper Bakery is a good spot for a quick treat or to pick up baked goods, suitable for a solo stop or a brief family visit. Expect to spend 5-20 minutes and about $5-20 per person.
Food & Drink
Honeymoon Sweets European Bakery
This bakery is good for a quick stop to pick up pastries, desserts, or coffee, perhaps as a treat after an errand or for a small family gathering. Expect to spend 15-30 minutes and between $5-$20 per person.
Food & Drink
TOUS les JOURS Bakery Café - Mesa
This bakery cafe is good for a quick stop for coffee and pastries, or picking up bread to take home. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $5-$15 per person.
Food & Drink
K-Cakes Bakery
K-Cakes Bakery is ideal for picking up a quick treat or a special occasion cake. A visit typically takes 15-30 minutes and costs around $5-$25 per person for pastries or a small cake.
Food & Drink
Buttered Up Bakery - Mesa
A stop at Buttered Up Bakery is good for a quick breakfast or a sweet treat anytime. Expect to spend 30 minutes and under $15 per person for coffee and pastries.
Food & Drink
Golden Restaurant & Bakery
This counter-service spot is good for a casual, inexpensive meal or snack, especially for breakfast or lunch. It could be a quick stop on a busy day or a relaxed patio break, costing around $8-18 per person.
Food & Drink
Baskin-Robbins
A quick stop for ice cream or a frozen treat, good for an affordable dessert after a meal or a casual family outing. Expect to spend around $5-15 per person for a scoop or small dessert.
Food & Drink
Shaghf Cafe
A cafe for a relaxed solo visit or casual meet-up, typically lasting an hour for coffee and a light bite. Expect to spend $10-25 per person.
Food & Drink
Press Coffee - Skywater
Press Coffee is a good spot for a quick caffeine stop or a casual place to work alone. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a drink and a small bite, for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.
Food & Drink
JELATO 8∞
JELATO 8∞ is a quick stop for a sweet treat, suitable for a casual dessert after a meal or a small outing. Expect to spend 20-30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 52 of the 118 analyzed Tempe places fit food & drink.
- 15% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 80% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Quiet, Upscale.
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