10 Best Tempe Bars: College Hangouts, Brewpubs, Beer Gardens & More

This laid-back and bike-centric modern American craft beer garden in Tempe offers a large menu of craft brews and pub fare. On the menu, you'll find a rotating selection of 24 draft beers and more than 50 bottle beer options. The selection includes local, European & American craft beers, along with wine, craft, and classic cocktails. On the food side of the menu, you'll find sausages, burgers, salads, sandwiches, pretzels, hand-cut fries, and vegetarian options. Located in the heart of downtown Tempe, the Handlebar makes for a convenient late-night or happy hour drinking destination.

Savor the joys of an authentic Cornish pasty (pronounced pass-tee) without even having to jet off across the pond. The Cornish pasty is a traditional English comfort food featuring a variety of meats, veggies and cheeses, all stuffed into a pastry pocket. The pasty gets a twist at the Cornish Pasty Company, where diners can choose from an extensive menu of signature, premium, and vegetarian pasties. Try the Oggie, the traditional Cornish pasty made with steak, potatoes, onion, rutabaga, and served with a side of red wine gravy or ketchup. Pasty lovers will enjoy exploring the diverse menu, which also features Mexican, Italian, Greek, and Indian variations on this English classic. The large veggie pasty menu has made this a favorite stopping point for vegetarian foodies. Along with an expansive menu of eats, Cornish Pasty Co. is also a popular Tempe bar with a good selection of regional craft brews and lively pub ambiance.

Formerly O'Malley's pub, Devil's Advocate Bar & Grill is one of the latest additions to the busy Tempe bar scene. This University-area bar and grill is quickly becoming a favorite after hours destination for college students and locals in the know. Dark wood paneling, plasma TVs and leather seating lend a sophisticated touch that raises the bar from typical college bar ambiance. Daily drink specials, acoustic open mic nights on Tuesdays, and live music on Fridays provides plenty of incentive to get off the couch and head to this chic neighborhood tavern for drinking and socializing. Tempe's hippest new bar.

If your aim is to have fun with friends at a relaxed neighborhood restaurant and bar, check out Boulders on Broadway. The laid back neighborhood spot is a popular spot for happy hour and Tuesday and Sunday night trivia. It's also a fine spot to grab a burger (with the house waffle fries on the side) and a beer. Speaking of beer, the pub offers a rotating selection of brews on tap, offering a bigger selection than you might expect from a neighborhood pub. Plus, you'll find good deals on food and drinks during the happy hour, which happens from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. during the week and all day on Saturday.

This large and spacious local Belgian-American brewpub and gastropub features handcrafted European-style beers and a menu of locally-made ales, lagers and traditional Belgian-style wheat beers. Beers are available to go in growlers.The beer menu also includes guest cans, bottles and drafts. Wine and classic cocktails are also on the menu. For noshing, you'll find an expansive selection of bar snacks, including Bavarian pretzels and fried pickles. More substantial options include sandwiches, salads, pizzas and pub burgers. The spacious patio makes for a good group-friendly destination. The patio is also dog-friendly. For parking, try the Hanover Garage — the brewpub offers validated parking for guests who park there.

Spokes on Southern is a bike-themed bar and grill in south Tempe that offers a relaxed place to enjoy craft beer, grab the mic on karaoke nights, or enjoy some friendly competition on trivia game nights. Not only are there many craft beers on tap, the bar also features a kitchen making modern American comfort food dishes made from local and fresh ingredients. Try the bruschetta planks to start, which come topped with your choice of turkey and pecan pesto, pear and brie, cucumber, red pepper and feta, grilled salmon, and other gourmet toppings. Feel free to park your bike inside, or use the bicycle-themed bike rack out front.

Four Peaks Brewing Company is a Tempe institution. Situated inside an 1892 Mission-style warehouse, Four Peaks' popularity has skyrocketed in recent years. You can try all eight of their beers, which are on tap at all times, as well as seasonal brews. The indoor dining room has been expanded in recent years, but Four Peaks Brewing Company remains an incredibly popular dining destination, so be prepared to wait during the lunch and dinner rush. Happy hour features half-off beers and food specials. There are also plenty of big screen TVs to keep you entertained, as well as shady outdoor patio.

Located inside a house built by William and Mary Moeurn in 1910, this historic establishment enjoys a convenient location and inviting neighborhood atmosphere. Locals frequent the place for excellent seafood, steaks, and prime rib. Elegant surroundings abound in the upstairs dining rooms, while the downstairs area boasts an Irish pub loved by all. Come here for the freshest oysters in town and favorite seafood dishes. Casey Moore's also serves up draught beer, whiskey and spirits, as well as a large selection of bottled beer. Best of all, no other local venue matches the relaxed and friendly ambiance that you'll find at Casey Moore's.

Yucca Tap Room in south Tempe is a local institution. The venerable neighborhood hangout has seen thousands of Arizona State students pass through over the decades, as well as helped nurse the Tempe local music scene. If you'e aim is to find a low-key bar to enjoy live music, this is the place to do it. The bar also boasts an impressive beer and whiskey selection. Plus, there's a menu of bar eats that includes chicken & waffles, Sonoran hot dogs and pretty much everything else you need to keep your energy up for a night of dancing, drinking and carousing.

Taste of Tops, conveniently located next to a well-stocked liquor emporium, offers an appealing blend of upscale ambiance in an unpretentious neighborhood bar setting. The Tempe bar features a rotating tap of craft beers, as well as an impressive selection of hard-to-find beers. Taste of Tops regularly hosts wine and beer tastings, making this a favorite stopping point for local beer snobs and discerning happy hour goers. There is also live music and art exhibitions ever week. Sleek decor and a friendly neighborhood ambiance has made Taste of Tops a Tempe favorite. Knowledgeable bartenders can help steer you to your new favorite beer or wine.