It’s 11:42 PM. You’ve somehow closed out at Casey Moore’s, lost your voice screaming over karaoke at Yucca, or you’re just that person doing night classes at ASU. Either way — you’re starving, it’s late, and Taco Bell is not the move.
We asked locals (and yes, we included our drunk friend group) to rank Tempe’s best late-night eats. Here’s where they said to go:
1. Cornish Pasty Co.
Mill Ave
Open ‘til 12 AM (2 AM Fri/Sat)
Yes, it’s a meat pie. No, it’s not weird. It’s basically a flaky, warm hug stuffed with everything from chicken tikka to mac & cheese. Vibes are cozy, beer list is solid, and the goth decor weirdly works after midnight.
2. Zz’s Pizza & Wings
Broadway & McClintock
Open ‘til 2:30 AM
The kind of greasy, crispy pizza slice that actually hits when you’re tipsy. Wings are legit. Bonus: the staff has seen it all and will not judge your order of 18 ranches.
3. Los Favoritos Taco Shop
Multiple locations
24/7
It’s not fancy. That’s the point. You go here for a 1 AM carne asada burrito the size of your forearm and a horchata to revive your soul. Accept no substitutes.
4. Snakes & Lattes
Mill Ave
Open late weekends
Not only can you eat and drink here, you can also demolish your friends in Mario Kart or board games while waiting for your nachos. Surprisingly solid food. Surprisingly aggressive Jenga crowd.
5. Sun Devil Liquor Deli
University & McClintock
Until midnight
Technically a liquor store. Secretly a sandwich spot. The Cuban? Fire. Also, their chips selection deserves its own Yelp page.
Drop your go-to Tempe late-night order in the comments. Bonus points for chaos combos.
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