Where to eat near Angels spring training: Great restaurants close to Tempe Diablo Stadium
This is where the Los Angeles Angels strut their stuff in front of a loyal and traveling fan base. Known as Angels Nation East, the stadium sits in the shadow of Twin Buttes and is just minutes away from Arizona State University and downtown Tempe.
Perfect for satisfying pre-game or post-game cravings, here's where to eat and drink near Tempe Diablo Stadium.
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Casey Moore’s Oyster House
For the Tempe college bar experience, there’s no better place than Casey Moore’s. The popular pub adjacent to the Arizona State University campus serves seafood and bar grub in a casual setting on their comfortable wrap-around patio. The iconic spot flaunts a surprisingly robust seafood menu with several preparations of oysters, shrimp and escargot. Oh, and it may or may not be haunted. Judge for yourself.
Details: 850 S. Ash Ave., Tempe. 480-968-9935, caseymoores.com.
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Cornish Pasty Co.
This Tempe pub specializes in the classic Cornish pasty. The baked hand pies are available in dozens of variations, from traditional meat-filled “oggies” to Indian-inspired vegan bundles. The bar serves a decent selection of craft beers. While this restaurant has multiple locations around the Valley, the University Drive spot is closest to the stadium.
Details: 960 W. University Drive, Suite 103, Tempe. 480-894-6261, cornishpastyco.com.
Fate Brewing Company
If you're looking to pregame or continue the party, Fate Brewing Company has a great patio to enjoy fresh pints of local craft beer. The brew list includes creative options like the refreshing and spicy Hatch Chili Gatos and the food menu includes pub classics like wings, nachos and pizza by the slice. If a Sunday game is in the plan, head here for a filling brunch that pairs hearty dishes such as chilaquiles and chicken and waffles with bottomless bloody marys, mimosas and beermosas.
Details: 201 E. Southern Ave., Suite 111, Tempe. 480-590-2395, fatebrewing.com.
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Little Miss BBQ
Get your timing right and your day of baseball could also include some of the best barbecue in town. Little Miss BBQ is famous around these parts and often has a line around the building, where smoked meats are sold until they run out. With a little planning, sports fans can snag a brisket sandwich, pulled pork plate or some fresh sausage links with a side of jalapeno grits just a few miles from the stadium.
Details: 4301 E. University Drive, Phoenix. 602-437-1177, littlemissbbq.com.
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Cocina Madrigal Tacos + Tequila
The restaurant named Yelp's number one spot in the country to try in 2022 is about 10 minutes from Tempe Diablo Stadium. Cocina Madrigal, a family-owned Mexican restaurant known for its enchiladas and margaritas, has the perfect patio for hanging out after the game with happy hour deals on appetizers, margaritas, draft beer and wine.
Details: Cocina Madrigal Tacos + Tequila, 4044 S. 16th St., Phoenix. 602-243-9000, cocinamadrigal.com.
Perfect Pear Bistro
Simple and fresh sandwiches, salads and tacos packed with seafood, chicken, beef and even fillings for plant-based eaters can be found at this casual eatery near downtown Tempe. Share a plate of buffalo cauliflower or a crispy cheese, pear and bacon-stuffed quesadilla before diving into a bacon and jalapeno grilled cheese.
Details: 603 W. University Drive, Tempe. 480-966-7327, perfectpearbistro.com.
Tirion Morris contributed to this article.
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