Pier 54
Pier 54 is a family-owned lakeside restaurant and bar located in the Lakes neighborhood of Tempe, offering outdoor-only dining with scenic views over the water. The casual spot features made-from-scratch food, craft cocktails, wine, and beer, along with occasional live music and events. The menu includes a mix of American favorites like burgers, tacos, seafood dishes, charcuterie boards, and salads, with rotating specials that sometimes highlight European flavors such as Romanian, Serbian, Hungarian, and German cuisine. With its relaxed patio setting and sunset lake views, Pier 54 is a popular place for happy hour, date nights, and casual gatherings.
Happy Hour
Specials
$1 Off Drafts & Domestic Bottles $4.50 Wells $5.50 Glasses of Wine $25 Flatbread & 2 Glasses of Wine
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Page Updated: 03/13/2026
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