New Businesses in Downtown Tempe
Category Business
Downtown Tempe is a great place to be and to invest! Don’t just take our word for it though because this list of new businesses that recently opened or will be opening soon speaks volumes to the energy and unmatched vibe of Downtown Tempe.
This is the official inside scoop on new businesses recently opened, those that are coming soon and whispers of what’s to come! Here is a general list of all of the new businesses, including those that are coming soon. Scroll below for the full details.
NEW BUSINESSES in 2025
Newly Open
- RiTe Yah Suh - (5th and College) - opened for delivery in August 2025
- Gio’s Organic Coffee (414 Mill Shops Inner Courtyard) - Opened August 2025
- Arizona Pizza Co. - opened in July 2025
- Willie's Taco Joint - opened in July 2025
- Method Wellness - opened in July 2025
- Crystal Hoarder (pop up) - opened in July 2025
- Drop Dead Gorgeous
- Masala Maniac
- Sexy Burger
- The Sneaker Cleaning Lab
- Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
- Knee Deep Tempe
- Filthy Animal
- Neon Spur
Coming Soon
- Green Corner – (College & 7th)
- Last Rodeo – (Mill Ave- old Candy Addict space)
- Rush Bowls - (College and 7th)
- A new Tempe coffee concept – (Forest & 7th)
- Proof Bread – (old Slickables location)
- Prince Street Pizza (Mill Ave – old Jimmy John’s location)
- Window Coffee Bar (The Beam on Farmer)
- Glai Bahn (Mohr House- historical building)
- Carmen - (6th and Mill)
- Roman - Rio & Mill
Inside Scoop on the New Kids on the Block
Here's everything you need to know about each of the new businesses- starting with the newest first. If you haven't checked them out yet, here's your chance! When you plan your visit, make sure to use our Tempe TRiP web application - find parking availability (in real time), get the fastest routes, compare rates and more!
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1 Arizona Pizza Co. 400 E Rio Salado Pkwy Tempe, AZ 85281 NOW OPEN Located in Marina Heights, they are serving up breakfast options, pizza, wings, sandwiches, salads, sushi, teriyaki, tacos, burritos, hot breakfast and more! They are current open Monday-Thursday from 7am-8pm, Friday from 7am-9pm, and Saturday 10am-9pm. Visit them on Instagram for the most current information as hours and menus can change. |
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2 Method Wellness 401 S Mill Ave, Historic Andre Building 2nd Level Tempe, AZ 85281 NOW OPEN Method Wellness & Infusion brings a refined, intentional approach to modern wellness with treatments that blend medical expertise, innovation, and a touch of luxury. From IV therapy and aesthetic injectables to comprehensive laser services, GLP-1 guided weight loss, in-house Ketamine therapy, and liposuction, their experienced team is focused on delivering real results—helping clients feel balanced, restored, and confident inside and out. |
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3 Willie's Taco Joint 511 S Farmer Ave Tempe, AZ 85281 Great news! Willie's Taco Join is now in Downtown Tempe too! If you enjoyed visiting their cool spot in Phoenix, you will love their new space in tempe too! Located in the Vib Hotel lobby, join them for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or just sip away on margaritas. |
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4 Masala Maniac 414 S Mill Ave, Suite 117 Tempe, AZ 85281 If you are searching for authentic Indian grub, look no further than Masala Maniac on Mill Ave! They have it all—kabobs, plates, curries, naan, and more! They even serve up traditional Indian beers and craft cocktails. Everything is house-made from scratch—even the seasonings. Each dish contains at least 15 spices, blended fresh and on-site. The food is made to order and incredibly fresh! |
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5 Sexy Burger 414 S Mill Ave Tempe, AZ 85281 A casual restaurant that uses only sexy ingredients—locally sourced, free from additives, and free from the chemicals. They serve up burgers, fries, wings, salads, shakes, and desserts. Their menu is 100% chemical- and seed-oil-free. Get the inside scoop on Sexy Burger |
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6 The Sneaker Cleaning Lab 414 S Mill Ave, #207 Tempe, AZ 85281 Get premiere care for sneakers, hats and more! They take care of everything - midsole, uppers, laces, display finish, deodorizer, and more. Choose from a range of services to keep your sneakers looking their best! |
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7 Freddy's 702 S Forest Ave, #101, Tempe, AZ Tempe, AZ 85281 Freddy's opened their first Downtown Tempe location. This fast-casual restaurant chain is known for their steakburgers, Viena Beef hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, and frozen custard and specialty sundaes. |
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8 Knee Deep Tempe 512 S. Mill Avenue Tempe, AZ 85281 Knee Deep Tempe serves up a dreamy selection of rave, swim, and lingerie styles, alongside denim shorts, reworked vintage pieces and playful tops with cheeky, conversation-starting sayings. |
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9 Drop Dead Gorgeous 740 S Mill Ave, Suite 140 Tempe, AZ 85281 Drop Dead Gorgeous is a 1970s inspired cocktail lounge tucked inside of the NEW Filthy Animal restaurant located in Downtown Tempe. |
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10 Filthy Animal 740 S Mill Ave, Suite 140 Tempe, AZ 85281 Whether you’re in the mood for a satisfying lunch or an intimate dinner, Filthy Animal delivers unforgettable flavors and an experience like no other. |
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11 Neon Spur 680 S Mill Ave Tempe, AZ 85281 There's a new dive bar in town and this one is a little bit country, a little bit diner and a whole lot of 1970s basement vibes. This is Neon Spur, and they started serving up cold beer, stiff drinks and comfort food at the start of 2025. |