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4 Fun-Filled Spots for Entertainment Dining in Tempe This Summer

July 24, 2025

Why settle for just dinner when you can have dinner and a show—or a game of ping pong, or a whimsical tea party? Entertainment-focused dining is taking over Tempe, and it’s easy to see why. With immersive experiences that combine food, fun, and social vibes, these unique destinations are redefining what a night out looks like.

Even better? These spots are participating in Tempe’s prix-fixe summer dining deals, available through the end of July. Whether you’re in the mood for competitive pickleball, throwback arcade games, or magical high tea, Tempe has a table (and a little adventure) waiting for you.


1. Electric Pickle

📍 Pickleball meets next-level dining

The name might make you think it’s just about the sport—but Electric Pickle is a full-blown entertainment hub where food and fun go hand in hand. Beyond the pickleball courts, you’ll find golf simulators, bocce ball, ping pong, cornhole, and even a live music stage and lawn for weekend lounging.

The food is just as impressive as the game lineup. Think Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, Cubano sandwiches, Margherita pizza, and don’t sleep on the chocolate brownies or French toast sticks. Whether it’s a weekend brunch or a late-night match under the lights, Electric Pickle is all about playful vibes and great bites.

Prix-fixe menu: $33/person
Includes one starter, one entrée, and one dessert.


2. Social Hall

📍 Games, cocktails, and group hangs

Social Hall is the kind of place where you can show up for happy hour and stay for hours. It’s casual, lively, and packed with options—both on your plate and in the game room.

Play shuffleboard, skeeball, arcade games, darts, and ping pong while sipping fun, themed cocktails like the Jam Packed Capri Sun or Monkey in a Suit. The food menu features classics like buffalo mac, loaded nachos, salads, and burgers.

Indoor and outdoor spaces offer plenty of room for groups (just make a reservation if you’re rolling deep with 7+). Whether you’re cozying up near a fire pit or battling friends at Connect Four, Social Hall delivers a night to remember.

Prix-fixe menu: $40/person
Includes one cocktail, one starter, and one entrée.


3. Snakes & Lattes

📍 Board games and comfort food galore

Game lovers, this one’s for you. Snakes & Lattes offers a treasure trove of over 1,000 board games, from classics like Guess Who and Apples to Apples to deeper strategy games like 7 Wonders and Carcassonne. Bring your group or come solo and join the fun.

Once the dice are rolling, the kitchen keeps things cozy with eats like Loaded Poutine, Korean Fire Chicken, and Sonoran Nachos, along with signature drinks like the Espresso Martinini or Santorini Latte.

Prix-fixe menu: $25/person
Includes one free game, one beverage, and one entrée.


4. Drink Me! Tea Room

📍 Whimsical, themed afternoon tea

If you’ve ever wanted to sip tea in a fairytale, Drink Me! Tea Room is your chance. Inspired by storybooks like Alice in Wonderland and Harry Potter, this magical tea house is known for its immersive décor, color-changing teas, and themed high tea trays filled with plant-based and gluten-free delights.

Whether you come in full costume or casual wear, it’s a place to relax, indulge, and experience something totally unique. Expect seasonal scones, mini cakes, and a range of premium teas that are as beautiful as they are flavorful.

Prix-fixe menu: $45/person
Includes a Special-Tea Cocktail, sweets & savories tray, and one pot of tea.


Ready to explore more of Tempe’s best summer experiences?
Find all the participating restaurants, deals, and hotels at SummerInTempe.com.

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