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Craft Breweries in Tempe
May 8, 2024
What’s the true taste of Arizona? In Tempe, it’s all about craft beer.
Tempe’s vast culinary scene extends from authentic global cuisine to upscale hotel dining. One trend that ties all of Tempe’s eateries together is the growing variety of excellent microbrews. With this lineup of craft breweries on tap, Tempe is producing some of the best beers in the Southwest.
Catalyst Crafted Ales
1845 E. Broadway Road, Suite 106, Tempe, AZ 85282
Tempe’s newest craft beer oasis, Catalyst Crafted Ales, opened the doors to this brewing operation in early 2024. Here, Will Walthereson and Alex Baldwin are pairing their passion, innovation and community collaboration to produce a wide range of sips, with an emphasis on sours, IPAs and stouts. Seltzer lovers will appreciate the quality and variety here, too. Regardless of what you’re sipping on, it doesn’t any get better than having some of the best seafood tacos in town under the same roof— this concept is also home to S.A.L.T. (Sea And Land Tacos).
Fate Brewing Company
201 E. Southern Ave., #111, Tempe, AZ 85282 | 480-590-2395
Fate Brewing Co. has been a local favorite in the metro area for years, and its newest location in Tempe is a beautiful yet uber-cool industrial space with lots of seating indoors and out. They serve many craveable menu items, from juicy burgers to flavorful Hawaiian Salmon. And, you’ll be hard-pressed to choose your favorite beer with choices like Fateful IPA, Halfway to Hefen and Barrel-Aged Honey Nut Barleywine.
Four Peaks Brewing Company
1340 E. 8th St., #104, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-303-9967
Four Peaks Brewing Company is the original destination for great Tempe craft beer. Their signature brews, including the Scottish style Kilt Lifter, 8th Street Pale Ale and Hop Knot IPA, can be found all over town, but they are best experienced at their location on 8th Street in Tempe.
Originally a creamery building dating back to the 19th century, this charming red brick structure seems custom-made for its brewing operations, large bar and sunny outdoor patio. You can tour this historic building and its brewing operations every Saturday. While beer is the main draw to this neighborhood hangout, food comes in at a close second. The Four Peaks beer bread sandwiches, perfectly seasoned fries, enchiladas and pizzas are some of the best. And, if you don’t get a chance to visit their original location while in Tempe, don’t worry. You can taste Four Peaks before leaving town at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Terminal 4.
Goldwater Brewing Co. at The Crossings
9895 S. Priest Drive, Tempe, AZ 85284 | 480-300-6892
Since 2015, Goldwater Brewing Co. has been brewing and pouring pints in the Valley of the Sun. Today, the McClelland family operates a brewery that pumps out kegs for over 100 bars and restaurants, in addition to their two Tap Rooms (Scottsdale and east mesa) … until early 2023, that is. Last year, south Tempe welcomed the company’s third taproom. Standout brews include Hop Chowda, an New England/hazy IPA that features peach, mango and citrus, and Desert Rose, a Kölsch brewed with 100% organic prickly pear.
Hundred Mile Brewing Co.
690 N. Scottsdale Road, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-256-1623
Open since December 2022, Hundred Mile Brewing Co. is officially the new kid on the block. Here, owner Sue Rigler is combining her microbiology degree from ASU with her passion for craft beer and love of the Tempe community — a goal of hers since 2014. Today, this 10,000 square-foot (10-barrel) brewhouse, restaurant and craft-beer-and-cocktail bar marks a full-circle moment in Sue’s life. The space is bright and modern, the large patio is bike and dog friendly, and the menu features elevated pub fare, including a wide variety of small plates as well as burgers, salads and such entrees as coffee-rubbed short ribs. Hundred Mile brews include Coyote West Coast IPA, Pinetop Pils, Desert Neon Hazy IPA, Crowd Surfer Mexican Lager (with lime and salt) and The Natural Blonde Ale.
Huss Brewing Company
1520 W. Mineral Road, #102, Tempe, AZ 85283 | 480-264-7611
Huss Brewing Co. is owned by Jeff and Leah Huss, a husband and wife team passionate about American craft beer. From a light wheat ale called “Papago Orange Blossom” to their German Style Kölsch called “Scottsdale Blonde,” this is a casual spot to enjoy brews with friends. The Huss Tempe Taproom does not offer a food menu. But, patrons are welcome to bring in their own food or order in from GrubHub, Postmates or another delivery option.
Pedal Haus Brewery
730 S. Mill Ave., #102, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-314-2337
A rising star in Tempe’s craft beer scene is Pedal Haus Brewery. Pedal Haus Brewery is a Mill Avenue restaurant, brewery and entertainment destination. This 14,000 sq. ft. bike-friendly brewery features hand-crafted European-style beers, a Belgian-American gastropub food menu, Downtown Tempe’s largest patio and three indoor and outdoor bar options with 24 taps each. Check out the many yard games on their expansive, dog-friendly beer garden and patio to further enhance entertainment opportunities.
The Shop Beer Co.
922 W. 1st St., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-477-9212
The Shop Beer Co. is located on First Street, just south of Rio Salado Parkway and east of Hardy Drive. The Shop has turned what was once a residence into a great place to hang out with old friends and new ones. And, they are known for brews like Church Music, a juicy IPA, and Coffee Brown, an American nut brown ale. Food is not available for purchase at The Shop, but guests are welcome to bring in their own food or use a delivery service.
Tap on … for more beer in Tempe
Freely Taproom & Kitchen
1730 E. Warner Road, Suite 11, Tempe, AZ 85284 | 602-960-6001
Freely Taproom in Tempe offers quality craft beers on tap, pairing perfectly with their kitchen. The beer and wine menus are always rotating, so there’s always something new to try. See what’s available on tap today!
Check out these blogs to learn more about the craft cocktail scene in Tempe and local Tempe distilleries:
- When the spirits move you: Tempe distilleries
- Signature Tempe crafted cocktails
- Get happy at happy hour in Tempe
