We've all been there: Your night is winding down, you’re hungry, and it seems as though all the dinner spots have closed up shop for the evening. Don’t turn into the fast food drive-thru just yet, we’ve got details on top spots to tuck into a late-night meal in downtown Phoenix — as well as a few honorable mentions in the surrounding areas.
Please confirm hours of operation ahead of dining, as some businesses have curtailed kitchen hours due to COVID-19.
Downtown Phoenix
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The Ainsworth
A relatively new addition to downtown's dining landscape, The Ainsworth brings high-energy vibes and an elevated menu to the sports bar experience. So, when the game lets out later than expected, follow the fans to this swanky, new spot that's open until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, until midnight on Friday and Saturday, and until 6 p.m. on Sunday.
3 S. Second St., Suite 117, Phoenix
602-296-7976
Bitter & Twisted
Located inside the former Arizona Prohibition Headquarters, Bitter & Twisted has earned global recognition for its cocktail program and has been named one of the “40 Best Bars in America For Food Lovers” by Food Network. The full menu is available every night until 11 p.m. and the late-night menu is available until 1 a.m.
1 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix
602-340-1924
Bliss/ReBAR
Best known for its weekend brunches, and as an entire scene on First Fridays, Bliss/ReBAR is also a superb spot for shared plates, burgers, sandwiches and people watching (snag a spot on the patio). Open until 11 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and until midnight on Friday through Sunday. Barbra Seville brings her drag show to a sold-out Bliss crowd (indoor only) each Saturday from 10 to 11:45 p.m., so plan accordingly.
901 N. Fourth St., Phoenix
602-795-1792
Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails
This contemporary American gastro-lounge specializes in social plate dining complemented by trailblazing cocktails. The bar menu is available until midnight daily.
2 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix
602-258-0231
Carly’s Bistro
Nestled along Roosevelt Row, Carly’s is an independent bistro that offers salads, sandwiches, beer and wine, along with a side of local art. The kitchen is open until midnight during the week and until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
128 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix
602-262-2759
Chico Malo
If you’re looking flavors as edgy and bold as the nightlife of downtown Phoenix, Chico Malo is the spot. Here, techniques and tastes from throughout South America are available until 9 p.m. Sunday, until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until midnight on Friday and Saturday.
50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix
602-603-9363
Cocina 10 at Crescent Ballroom
The menu at this great end-of-the-night spot, inside Crescent Ballroom, includes burgers, burritos and more — all inspired by inspired by the people and places surrounding Interstate 10. The kitchen here stays open until midnight Wednesday and Thursday, and 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Vegan and vegetarian options available.
308 N. Second Ave., Phoenix
602-716-2222
Copper Blues Rock Pub & Kitchen
Billed as your one-stop shop for brew, grub and tunes, Copper Blues touts a tasty menu that delivers apps, pizzas, burgers and salads until midnight Monday through Thursday, until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and Sundays until 11 p.m.
50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix
480-719-5005
Dust Cutter
Located inside the Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel, this modern saloon features Southwestern bites and entrees with ingredients from the Sonoran Desert until 11 p.m. daily.
100 N. First St., Phoenix
602-333-0000
Fez
This trendy — and buzzing — late-night spot offers a wide variety of shared plates, burgers, "savory signatures" and mean martinis until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and until 9 p.m. on Sundays.
105 W. Portland St., Phoenix
602-287-8700
The Grand
What do you get when a cafe walks into a bar? Answer: The Grand, serving up all of your late-night cravings until midnight Sunday through Thursday and until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Whether you choose the gooey mac and cheese or The Grand Burger, you'll probably leave tempted to return the next morning for breakfast.
718 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
602-795-8552
Hanny’s
This swanky department store-turned-even-swankier downtown bar serves up appetizers, pizzas, sandwiches and dessert until midnight Sunday through Thursday, and until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
40 N. First St., Phoenix
602-252-2285
Jobot
The all-day, breakfast-heavy menu — with such specials as waffles, chilaquiles, biscuits and gravy and the crowd-favorite crepes — runs to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and until 8 p.m. on Sunday.
333 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix
602-281-7127
The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub
If you’re looking for the ambiance of modern pub, but have a craving for more than “pub grub,” Kettle Black is your answer. Featuring new twists on old classics and innovative creations, this kitchen is open until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
1 N. First St., Phoenix
602-651-1185
Moira Sushi Bar & Kitchen
Moira’s kitchen is serving flavorful, fresh Japanese fusion — and your late-night sushi fix — until 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Bonus: happy hour runs from 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday.
215 E. McKinley St., Suite 102, Phoenix
602-254-5085
Seamus McCaffrey’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
Enjoy Irish fare, including shepherd’s pie, corned beef and cabbage, or salads or sandwiches until midnight Monday through Wednesday, until 1 a.m. Thursday and until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
18 W. Monroe St., Phoenix
602-253-6081
SoSoBa Phoenix
Located on Roosevelt Row, SoSoBa is a modern spin on a traditional ramen shop that offers a relaxed vibe, vibrant cocktails and more noodles than you could ever possibly know what to do with served until midnight daily.
214 W. Roosevelt St., Phoenix
602-795-1005
Valley Bar
Phoenix’s newest — and perhaps only — subterranean music venue is also home to Arizona history (check out the Rose Room) and late-night bites. Here, street snacks and burritos are available until 1 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday.
130 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
602-368-3121
Welcome Diner
Few things top off a night downtown like a Little Birdy (fried chicken and cheddar on a biscuit) and beer from this cozy neighborhood spot. The diner is open until midnight Tuesday through Thursday and Sundays, and until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Plus there's brunch on Saturday and Sunday for the early risers. Night owls, on the other hand, can order regular breakfast all day long.
929 E. Pierce St., Phoenix
602-495-1111
Ziggy's Magic Pizza Shop
This small, New York-style slice shop is aptly located next to Stardust Pinball Lounge, so come with enough time to check out both. The magic, though, is in the slices, full pies, over-the-top fries, wings and sandwiches. Open until 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
401 W. Van Buren St., Suite B, Phoenix
602-354-3004
Beyond Downtown
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Brenda's Inferno
Formerly known as Armadillo Grill — name change cred goes to Jon Taffer and his March 2020 "Bar Rescue" — this a real-deal sports bar (think: 44 HD TVs and off-track betting), that serves a late-night munchies menu with a Southwestern twist until midnight every night.
1904 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix
602-287-0700
5 & Diner
This retro spot, located on 16th Street in Phoenix, serves up ’50s fun along with burgers or breakfast from 6 a.m. to 3 a.m. seven days a week. On Friday nights, you'll see a parade of classic cars roll though.
5220 N. 16th St., Phoenix
602-264-5220
Nogales Hot Dogs
Technically not a restaurant, but still a Phoenix late-night staple, the Nogales Hot Dog stand serves up some of the city’s best Sonoran-style hot dogs until midnight Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
1945 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
602-527-0208
Multiple Locations
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Cornish Pasty Co.
Cornish Pasty Co. serves up dishes from Cornwall, inspired by the lunches of miners. Enjoy their pasties (pronounced PASS-TEE) until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and until midnight Friday and Saturday at all locations besides downtown Phoenix. The Monroe Street location is open until midnight Sunday through Thursday, and until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
Mesa: 1941 W. Guadalupe Road, Mesa
480-838-3586
University: 960 W. University Drive, Tempe
480-894-6261
Mill: 425 S. Mill Ave., #111, Tempe
480-629-4726
Scottsdale: 3800 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale
480-845-1220
Downtown Phoenix: 7 W. Monroe St., Phoenix
602-374-8500
O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery
Craving trendy late-night eats? Check out O.H.S.O.'s variety of dishes, such as a chicken Waldorf wrap or the Brewer's Board until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and until midnight Friday and Saturday at all locations except for Paradise Valley, which closes at 10 p.m. daily.
Arcadia Brewery: 4900 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
602-955-0358
Scottsdale Distillery: 15681 N. Hayden Rd. #112, Scottsdale
480-948-3159
Paradise Valley Brewery: 10810 N. Tatum Blvd. #126, Phoenix
602-900-9003
Gilbert Brewery: 335 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert
602-900-9004
State 48 Brewery
If you've ever longed for a place that creates menu items from scratch, brews beer on site, tons of local pride, any combo of bowling, pool and shuffleboard, you can find it at a State 48 location. The Funk House, located at Westgate Entertainment District, is open until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. This is just one of State 48 Brewery's four Greater Phoenix locations, and each offer a distinct flavor profile, er, experience.
Funk House: 6770 N. Sunrise Blvd., Glendale
Open until 11 p.m. Monday–Thursday, until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and until 10 p.m. Sunday
623-877-4448
Brewery: 13823 W. Bell Road, Surprise
Open until 10 p.m. Sunday–Tuesday, until 11 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and until midnight Friday and Saturday
623-584-1095
DTPHX: 345 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix
Open until 10 p.m. Monday–Thursday, until midnight Friday and Saturday, and closed Sunday
602-254-4848
Lager House: 15600 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale
Open until 10 p.m. Sunday–Thursday, and until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
480-659-0048
The Vig
The Vig, home to a fun-meets-upscale vibe, is the kind of place where backyard bocce ball and signature cocktails converge. Beginning at 10 p.m., the kitchen kicks off a special late-night menu featuring shareable bites and comfort food. All location are open until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Arcadia: 4041 N. 40th St., Phoenix
602-553-7227
Uptown: 6015 N. 16th St., Phoenix
602-633-1187
McCormick Ranch: 7345 N. Via Paseo Del Sur, Scottsdale
480-758-5399
Fillmore: 606 N. Fourth Ave., Phoenix
602-254-2242
McDowell Mountain: 10199 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale
480-935-2949
The Whining Pig Beer & Wine Bar
With six Phoenix-area locations, The Whining Pig is quickly becoming a neighborhood late-night star. Here, craft beer and wine are accompanied by a selection of grilled cheese sandwiches and charcuterie every night of the week (see hours by location below).
Downtown: 201 E. Washington St., Phoenix
Open until 10 p.m. Sunday–Thursday, and until midnight Friday and Saturday
602-795-9910
Phoenix: 1612 E. Bethany Home Road, Phoenix
Open until midnight Monday–Saturday, and until 10 p.m. Sunday
602-633-2134
Arcadia: 3730 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Open until midnight Sunday–Thursday, until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and until 10 p.m. Sunday
602-795-9910
Desert Ridge: 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., #46-1405, Phoenix (located inside The District)
Open until midnight Monday–Thursday, until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and until 10 p.m. Sunday
480-500-5358
Gilbert: 2512 S. Val Vista Drive, Gilbert
Open until midnight Monday–Thursday, until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and until 10 p.m. Sunday
480-696-4004
Ahwatukee: 5030 E. Ray Road, Phoenix
Open until midnight Monday–Thursday, until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and until 10 p.m. Sunday
480-248-6969
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