I was here for a race, and the marathon actually finished right on Tempe Beach so there are restaurants all around. This area is mostly all about the "college town" vibe but I love it! It has just the right amount of rowdy and laid backness for me. I kind of stumbled upon Casa and I am so very glad I did. Sweet music and the patio bar make this the most perfect hangout joint. There are lots of adult beverage options to choose from, along with 3 different ciders on tap, ALL delicious. Also get the carne asada tacos with lots of cilantro and onions. The tacos are just cheap enough for the broke college student (or traveler on a budget, either way) and so very good. The bartenders were super cool too. There's plenty of seating and it's all outdoors with big TV screens to watch the game. Go in January!! It's like 70-80 degrees every dang day out in AZ! I love it. Can't wait to go back in the not so HOT months and do some more exploring in the PHX/Tempe/Scottsdale area.