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Tempe Tavern is a historic neighborhood bar and live music venue located in a restored 100-year-old building near the ASU campus. Known for its laid-back vibe, the tavern features local bands, open mic nights, and a menu of bar food and drinks. With a spacious patio, pool tables, and regular events, it’s a go-to spot for casual nights out and local entertainment.
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Mon - Fri 4PM - 7PM $1 Off Tavern Chicken Bites $3.25 Domestic Drafts $3.50 Wells $4 Fish Taco Plate Mon - Thurs 10PM - 2AM $3 Domestic Drafts $3.50 Wells $4 Craft Pints • Select Shots • Street Taco Plate Mon $1 Off All Burgers $3 Irish Car Bomb $4 Left Hand Mild Stout Tues $4 Street Tacos Plate Wed $8 Tavern Bites $10 1lb Wings Thurs $4 Jameson • Jager • Cuervo Fri $4 Select Appetizers $5 Jagerbombs Sat $3 Beermosas $4 Bloody Marys $7 Nachos Sun $3 Domestic Drafts • Beermosas $3.50 Wells $4 Craft Pints • Select Shots • Street Taco Plate • Nachos
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Page Updated: 09/22/2026
*Prices and specials are subject to change at any time