Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Tempe

Established in 1994, husband and wife owners, Jay and Christine Wisniewski are certified sommeliers, so to say they know their wine is an understatement. Their passion for wine has translated into wonderful recipes in the kitchen, where the menu is a fine selection of carefully created seasonal and organic specialties. The excellent wine list has received a number of national accolades and it boasts a selection of nearly 500 labels. The bistro's interiors have a modern decor, with brick-exposed walls and the beautifully decorated outdoor patio is also perfect for a romantic lunch or dinner.

Situated in the midst of clubs and eateries along Tempe's Mill Avenue, Zuma Grill is a great place for a meal or for a night out. Nighttime entertainment varies between karaoke, reggae, DJs with dance mixes and various live performers. The menu features a tasty mix of hamburgers, salads and sandwiches.

This elegant and eccentric restaurant is a true treasure. Owners Robert and Robin Trick turn out real treats from this kitchen. Situated in a 1920s cottage with a picturesque patio, the fare is American with a Southwestern, and sometimes Asian twist. Mismatched place settings and cozy country decor give this restaurant eclectic charm. Fresh fish is delivered daily and makes up a big part of the menu. The Smoked Salmon Cakes are a big seller. Lunches feature creative soups, salads and sandwiches.

Located right in the heart of downtown Tempe, Pedal Haus Brewery offers in-house beers and superb American cuisine in a casual, collegial atmosphere. The beers made here include the Witbier, IPA, Belgian-style Dubbel and Tripel, a Pilsner and a sweet Nitro Maple Milk Stout to name a few. The master brewers constantly change the menu, wherein many styles are covered, from ESB (English-style Bitter) to Dortmunder, chances are you will see something new. The food goes beyond your typical bar plates, here you can order something a little more innovative like a Burrata & Bacon Salad, Chilled Shrimp Gazpacho or an Organic Mushroom & Asparagus Pasta. If you are looking for something that befits a brewpub, don't worry, you can still order some amazing burgers, brats, sandwiches and other delicious bar bites.

With excellent seafood, gallons of craft brew on tap, and an occasional ghost story, this long-time Tempe establishment has entertained diners and drinkers for many years in an old house rumored to be haunted. Most come for their awesome happy-hour and oysters, though the menu is better-than-average. The bar is usually filled with locals and ASU students who congregate around the old house sipping on beer pints. It's located in the historic Mitchell Park neighborhood and oftentimes people say that they can still see a ghostly figure dancing on the attic floor.

Mijana Lebanese restaurant is a great place to explore your taste buds and introduce newer cuisines to your list of exotic palate. Sensuous belly dancers moving to traditional Middle-eastern music are on offer. Gorgeous, texturally-rich hummus and soft, fluffy pita bread, kababs and lamb roasts cooked in Lebanese spices featuring on the menu make the exotic Lebanese experience complete. The freshly-made, Sangria at Mijana is a popular drink among patrons.