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Alter Ego

3.9
3.9
257 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified
Alter Ego is a ground floor restaurant and bar where every day is about celebrating life and living in the moment. We are eclectic and adventurous yet timeless, and comfortable. We never take ourselves too seriously, yet are always prepared to rise to the occasion. We have an appreciation for the rich history and heritage of Tempe and will look to add a fun twist of flair to make room for new memories for generations to come. We are a little tongue and cheek, yet will always make you feel special.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 10 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 6:30 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (602) 612-7871

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ+, Women

  • Executive chef

    Timothy Salgado

  • Neighborhood

    Tempe

  • Cross street

    University Ave and S. Myrtle Ave.

  • Parking details

    Valet Parking only available at property. Complimentary for the first two hours with validation. Entrance is off of S. Myrtle Ave.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 257 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Innovative

  • East Valley

    Innovative

  • East Valley

    Great for outdoor dining

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  1. SamS

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    There is no hostess to check in with and the wait staff seemed annoyed that we were asking for help. We ordered breakfast and it took over an hour to arrive. When it did arrive it was too cold to eat. I would avoid this restaurant.
  2. Raye954

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very cute place. Attached to the Cambry Hotel. Great food and service.
  3. SheilainBelltown

    Seattle

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice hotel lobby restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining, a nice music vibe and fresh food. Just in from San Diego and enjoyed my steak salad (great steak and avocado on a mix of greens). Server Casey was especially attentive and helpful.
  4. MokiMan

    Salt Lake City

    22 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The food lacked a wow this is good factor. Don’t get me wrong, it was okay but not great. Not good enough for me to return.
  5. Karin123

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food Beautiful establishment Service was great
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Service: entire service staff was friendly and attentive. Food: A mixed bag...Bruschetta was top notch. Shrimp appetizer were very tasty, but over priced. Steak in the steak was mid tier quality, although cook to the perfect wellness. Ambiance: A modern decor and nice atmosphere.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Not sure if it was understaffing but we were not served very well. Waffle was hard as a rock and the chicken was not very good.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and drinks. The chicken sandwich was excellent and each of their tequila drinks was good. The music and optics were equally enjoyable. 10 out of 10
  9. BrentK

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We went before going to Gammage for a show. The staff seemed a little disorganized but they were very friendly and we were able to enjoy our dinner and drinks with plenty of time to get to the theater. Thank you
  10. Anna

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    I loved the environment and the food. It is such a cute place to go any time of day. I got the salmon bored and i will 100% recommend. It might have been just my particular waitress, but the service was not the best. She was just overall not very welcoming and left us without water for at least 10 minutes.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience4
    One hour to get our food. Service was unfortunately very poor. Loved the atmosphere though.
  12. AlfredK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I absolutely love this restaurant. Phenomenal food, excellent service. The bar and the restaurant have a great ambiance.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Rafa did an outstanding job! The Chef is an amazing talent. This far exceeded our expectations for a hotel restaurant
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Went for dinner with some friends, very underwhelming overall while also being extremely overpriced. A friend ordered coke that came flat so we sent it back and asked for a sprite which was also flat Service was nice but not the most attentive, the restaurant was surprisingly not busy and we got stuck in a corner by a door that was locked but people kept trying to get in with idk didn’t like that lol The menu online is no longer accurate so I was disappointed to discover that both drinks I was interested in ordering were actually no longer offered I got 2 drinks, a salad, and paid for an appetizer and my solo bill was $87 before tip, there are far better options for this price point. Don’t think we will return which is unfortunate
  15. DeniseM

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time here. Enjoyed it very much. Nice venue, with a focused menu and option to sit outside. Some traffic noise but still a very enjoyable time. I will definitely return.
  16. PasqualA

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Cole was great, food excellent! Overall a good experience, would return
  17. BethW

    Phoenix

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and good service. We’ll be back!
  18. Julie

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    --Not good: reservation time through OpenTable was a bit dishonest in describing availability. Restaurant was empty when I arrived before my party of 5 arrived and remained fairly empty for the hour we were there. --Good: staff pulled together tables for a better seating experience than that booked through OpenTable. --Not good: "Brunch Menu" not so creative, very mediocre-my guests all agreed. --Not good: Simple things like coffee cup or water glass refills were ignored even though restaurant not busy. --Good: Staff VERY friendly. --Thank you for the experience.
  19. JillW

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great meal and excellent service. We went while we waited for other family members to finish the marathon and are glad we did!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was great and prompt. I loved the open view of the kitchen it was neat to see the plates getting dressed. Only flaw was the drinks arrived after the food was served. Definitely a pretty place.
  21. Samson

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Way too much salt. Too much garlic, as well. For example, the black rice is wonderful, except for somewhat too much garlic and way too much salt. Excellent service. Small but very nice menu.
  22. BillM

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was great - I thought the food was wonderful, presentation was excellent and it was complete with a tenor sax rocking some ballads for the NYE holiday.
  23. YCLJohn

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    The time between ordering and food being served was about 40 minutes, despite the fact that there were only two tables with guests in the entire restaurant at the time. Then the food was so salty and the French fries looked like some leftovers from the previous day. The experience was absolutely horrible!
  24. ChristopherL

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    excellent food, great staff (we were very well looked after) and great decor - highly recommended
  25. CaseyC

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    The food was only ok, but the ambiance and service we received from our waitress were wonderful
  26. JohnS

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Servers were great. Was a quiet night but still fun. Great table by open kitchen
  27. TroyF

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Food was over cooked and lacked seasoning.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Nice atmosphere. Staff was friendly. Unfortunately, the service was lacking. Appetizer came out with the main course and was tepid. The salmon entrée was ok but nothing special.
  29. TammyA

    Phoenix

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall3food3service1ambience2
    Service was very slow, drinks food and tab. Food is just adequate. An attempt to be creative but too much oil and fried offerings. Brussel sprouts are absolutely awful.
  30. SheilaB

    Hawaii

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2022

    overall1food2service2ambience2
    The seating within 5 ' of the kitchen door was terrible. The service was extremely slow, food mediocre. Will not be back.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Waiter was accommodating and attentive. Restaurant was a bit chilly as there was a draft at out table. Interesting menu. Food was good.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    My son and I had the kargie chicken sandwich and neither of us finished it. It was not good at all. Very disappointed
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Friends Themed Dinner was amazing I took my sister for her birthday and we are both Friends Fans. The food was absolutely delicious and the drinks were incredible. The chef provided an excellent description of the courses and was in tune with the theme. We were very impressed. We also loved how the chef complimented the staff. I look forward to the next dinner experience for my moms birthday.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic special dinner!
  35. EricC

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great job by our server Cole. Food was outstanding too.
  36. Anthony

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Just okay. Menu talks a big game but doesn’t back it up.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Food was good! A little disappointed that they only serve brunch menu on weekends & do not allow orders from the breakfast menu as well. Make reservations because it was pretty busy.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Unfortunately this was the absolute worst dining experience I've ever had. I work in the service industry and understand short staffed situations but this was a whole new level. First, we couldn't find the front entrance. Nobody could so people were wandering around trying to get seated. I asked a few people, nobody could tell me where to go. Sat at the table they directed me to for 15 minutes and didn't see anyone serving. Lots of food runners just standing by the service area not doing anything. We eventually moved to the bar and we got served. She was lovely enough but still service took over 30 minutes to get water and our drink order in. It just went like that the whole time even after it emptied out. Nobody seemed in charge, or nobody seemed to be offering great service. It was a big mess. I'd definitely not come back after that.
  39. Superb

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Group of 6 discussed business operations and enjoyed lots of tastings from the menu. Service a bit slow.
  40. MadisonMom

    Milwaukee

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our meal at Alter Ego so much. The staff were super friendly without being overbearing at all. It was fun talking to them and they were so kind telling us about activities in the area. Our waitress, Julie, was especially kind! And the food was fantastic. We had the smoked salmon board and the Korean omelette - the portions were perfect and everything was so fresh and tasty! We will go back for sure!!!! Highly recommend!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Alter Ego offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 612-7871.

Alter Ego is rated 3.9 stars by 257 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Alter Ego

108 E University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    University Ave and S. Myrtle Ave.

  • Neighborhood

    Tempe

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 6:30 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Valet Parking only available at property. Complimentary for the first two hours with validation. Entrance is off of S. Myrtle Ave.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ+, Women

  • Executive chef

    Timothy Salgado

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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