By Carrie Willink
Escape opened a new campervan rental location in Phoenix, Arizona, in 2017. So naturally, we had to give you a run-down of the best food and drink places in Phoenix! Check out all of these options from restaurants, breweries and coffee shops from all different price points.Restaurants
Culinary Dropout
$$$ Random fact: there are approximately 620,807 restaurants in America. With that in mind, this was rated in the top 100 by OpenTable! That can tell you how great of an experience you will have. This place is no joke one of the coolest places — they have just about everything going for them. Right when you walk in the door you’ll have all the best vibes from the unique decor, places for a sit-down meal, places to lounge on a couch by the bar and even an area for some backyard games. Even the awesome style of the wait staff will make you feel hip and cooler than you really are. The food is delicious and so are the drinks. A little on the pricier side, you are paying for the experience as well as the food. There’s also live music every weekend night!I recommend the “soft pretzels with provolone fondue.” It will make you a happy person.
Waffle Love
$$ My absolute favorite taste in my mouth, of all time, lies within the walls of this place (or food truck). The Strawberries and Cream is my favorite but you can’t go wrong with any of the waffles. Also if you want to light up your life with the ‘cuteness’ factor the western style at this place is on point!Breweries
Four Peaks
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Four Peaks is a staple. A local favorite, be sure to try a flight so you can see what you like. This is by far the most popular breweries in the area. I haven’t ever gone when it’s quiet but it will make its mark on you between the amazing brews and uniquely tasty food! Be sure to try the Kilt Lifter, their most popular beer, a Scottish IPA that will blow your mind!O.H.S.O.
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Comfortable and fun for the whole family! This also makes for a fun atmosphere if you have kids. They have all kinds of yard games and even make you feel welcome to bring kids and even dogs! We found this to definitely be one of the must-visit food and drink places in Phoenix.
Coffee Shops (A.K.A. “Life Shops”)
Sip Coffee and Beer House
Sip Coffee and Beer House, located in Old Town Scottsdale, has all the right vibes. Grab a beer, grab a coffee, kick back and enjoy an open mic night or live music on the weekends. This is your classic “cute” coffee house that will give you all of the Instagram photos you could dream of.
Songbird
If you have knee high socks, over 6 tattoos or a beanie you should fit right in. If not ignore the pretty clear dress code because this coffee is delicious! I grabbed some coffee with Remy in my pack one day.I’m pretty sure they thought I was from a different planet (with my baby growth off of me). She was the most interesting thing anyone there had ever seen. Such a kind staff.This is probably the most laid-back coffee shop I’ve walked into.
If you are looking to get to know that area better, or any area really, look up the “treasure map” app!You can get to know the town/location you are in while playing a game! So fun. Phoenix is such a unique town with so many secret spots and things to do and see!
