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Valley brewery spreads its wings with new restaurant and entertainment venue

By Cheyla Daverman

Sep 15, 2025

The three-story, 28,000-square-foot brewery, restaurant and event space broke ground in early September. What to expect.

Little O's Arcadia gets a funky refresh as a Mexican cantina

By Sara Crocker

Sep 9, 2025

In June, Little O's closed for a "full remodel." A colorful, artist-inspired bar and restaurant will replace it this fall.

A new beer and wine bar is bubbling up in Sunnyslope

By Sara Crocker

Sep 1, 2025

Two brothers and self-described "architecture nerds" hope to turn a classic midcentury building into a community hub.

ASU football is back. Catch the game at these Valley restaurants and bars

By Sara Crocker

Aug 28, 2025

With watch parties, drink deals and game-day eats, these local spots are celebrating the return of Sun Devil football.

Pumpkin time? Valley cafes, breweries seek the right moment for seasonal sips

By Tirion Boan

Aug 25, 2025

A local brewery tapped its autumn brew weeks ago. A cafe will wait another month. When do fall flavors make sense in Phoenix?

Powerhouse Phoenix breweries merge to form new beverage company

By Sara Crocker

Aug 19, 2025

“With a bigger portfolio, we have the ability to change,” says the head of the breweries' new company, Zonafide Beverages.

Pepto and cigarettes? You can soon find them at this Mesa brewery

By Sara Crocker

Jul 31, 2025

Leaning into a love of dive bars and vices, one Mesa brewery resets with a new name and focus.

This West Valley craft beer destination has closed

By Tirion Boan

Jul 23, 2025

After nearly seven years and two homes, the local brewery has poured its last pints.

Dreaming of fall? Four Peaks announces 2025 Tempe Oktoberfest dates

By Tirion Boan

Jul 9, 2025

Get ready for brats and beer. The Valley's longest-running Oktoberfest celebration will be here before you know it.

Wren House Brewing Co.'s newest taproom opens at PV

By Sara Crocker

Jun 19, 2025

This Chandler 'mom and pop' bottle shop wants to know your name

By Cody Fitzpatrick

May 27, 2025

This welcoming bottle shop invites customers to learn about beer and wine from all over the world.

This downtown Phoenix brewery has closed. What to know

By Tirion Boan

May 2, 2025

After its Chandler location shuttered in 2024, the brewery's downtown Phoenix taproom has now closed as well.

These 5 Arizona craft beers were named among the best in the world

By Sara Crocker and Tirion Boan

May 2, 2025

The World Beer Cup is known as the “Olympics of beer competitions.” This year, five Arizona breweries earned top honors.

The patio and taproom at Pinnacle Brewing Co.

Quick, get to the patio! Here are the best beer gardens to enjoy before summer

By Sara Crocker

Apr 18, 2025

Summer is coming in hot, so it's time to squeeze the most out of patio season. Here are our top spots to grab a cold one.

‘We need stability.’ Local brewers, Arizona politicians talk tariffs

By Sara Crocker

Apr 16, 2025

Brewery owners gathered with Gov. Katie Hobbs and Rep. Greg Stanton in Tempe to discuss how tariffs hurt local businesses.

Arizona Wilderness opens third Valley brewpub. Here's a look inside

By Tirion Boan

Apr 14, 2025

With desert murals and a locally sourced menu, the new restaurant and taproom made its debut this weekend.

This popular Phoenix brewery is closing its taproom. Here's what to know

By Tirion Boan

Apr 8, 2025

The local brewer is closing its only Phoenix taproom in order to focus on production. Fans have a few weeks left to visit.

Longtime Valley brewery has closed after more than a decade

By Sara Crocker

Mar 31, 2025

After serving stouts, IPAs and other popular craft brews for over 10 years, this Mesa brewery has closed its doors.

A group of young adults wearing rabbit ears.

Hop on over to Pedal Haus Brewery’s first Rabbit Ride in Tempe

By Madeline Sukoneck

Mar 25, 2025

Ever wanted to dress up like a bunny and ride around Tempe? Here's your chance.

10 dining, drinks deals for St. Patrick's Day around Phoenix

By Sara Crocker

Mar 13, 2025

The specials at these Valley restaurants, bakeries and bars will help you see (and save) green when you toast St. Paddy's.

Beer & Breweries

20 Oktoberfests around Phoenix this fall

Boos and brews: Investigating the Valley's most haunted brewery

Beer & Breweries

20 Oktoberfests around Phoenix this fall

Boos and brews: Investigating the Valley's most haunted brewery

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