Here are some great places to grab a bite to eat within walking distance of Arizona State University’s Tempe Campus.
Engrained Cafe
Engrained Cafe - located in the heart of the Tempe ASU campus - offers healthy and delicious options that will satisfy everyone’s picky dietary needs or wants. The menu includes entrees like Pan Seared Salmon or the Miso Shrimp Bowl, Sandwiches such as their flavorful Organic Black Bean Burger or the Arizona Grass Fed Beef Burger, and of course options for soups, salads, pizzas, appetizers, and more! Engrained Cafe is a great option if you are in a rush but don’t want to forego eating a quality meal. Here, you don’t even need to leave campus yet you will leave Engrained feeling full, happy, and energized!
Cornish Pasty Co.
Cornish Pasty Co. is a unique restaurant and bar that offers variations of the UK favorite: Pasties or “Oggies”. This Cornwall family’s recipe was passed down from generation to generation and is still used for every handmade delicacy in-house. While the business is always booming here, it is for a good reason. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, plus, did we mention there’s a bar?
Shady Park
By day, Shady Park is a casual eatery and spot to relax. However, by night, it blossoms into a nightlife hot spot for drinks, dancing, and live music or sports games. Their diverse menu allows everyone to get what they want without having to drive all over town. Some local favorites include the sushi tacos, the chicken pesto pizza, and the vegan katsu hoagie. With an inviting and intimate patio space, Shady Park is a great place for a date night or a friends night out.
ChopShop
Original ChopShop prides itself on offering meals that not only taste good but also make you feel good. This modern eatery puts emphasis on feeling good after you eat, so they have crafted their menu with healthy and delicious combinations to fuel your mind and your body. Their food is truly made with love and it shows! The ingredients are always fresh and nutritious and the staff is upbeat and inviting. It is the most welcoming and desired food near campus.
Chuck Box
For over 35 years, Chuck Box has been crafting quality hamburgers and fries for Arizonans and visiting burger lovers alike. This southwestern style eatery has perfected the recipe for the Arizona classic: Open Flame Mesquite Grilled Burgers. With unlimited toppings of your choosing and a cabin-like atmosphere, you can feel like an authentic westerner while eating at this AZ historical spot.
We hope this list gave you an idea of all of the wonderful restaurants within walking distance of ASU’s Tempe Campus.