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Delicious food, refreshing drinks. - The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen - Tempe, Tempe, AZ

The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen - Tempe

4.3 (148)
$31 to $50
American
1006 E Warner Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284-3226

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen is a culinary oasis in Tempe, where handcrafted cocktails and farm-to-table cuisine come together in a vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a menu filled with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and innovative American dishes with global influences, from wood-fired branzino to beet caprese salad with farro, all showcasing Chef Nicosia's expertise. The cocktail program features handcrafted creations that delight the palate, whether you prefer a classic martini or a unique signature drink crafted by skilled mixologists. With warm, inviting indoor and outdoor seating, the spacious patio is perfect for enjoying Arizona's sunshine alongside delicious food and drinks. Whether you're planning a romantic date, a lively gathering with friends, or a solo escape, The Craftsman offers a memorable experience for every occasion. Discover the art of dining at The Craftsman, where every detail is designed to create an unforgettable culinary journey.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jason Conti
  • Private party facilities
    Guests can rent arrange a private event or a large party by calling 480-499-0499 or emailing wfields@thecraftsmanaz.com

What 148 people are saying

The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen - Tempe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Valley

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen in Tempe boasts "excellent libations and fantastic menu" selections with standout dishes like the mushroom pasta. Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and "crafty drinks." While some experienced delays, the atmosphere and individualized attention shine, making it a "must visit restaurant" for cocktail enthusiasts.
148 Reviews
  1. richard

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was outstanding! No question on the quality of the food. The cocktails were good. We were surprised at the slow service and the time it took to get orders out of the kitchen given there was barely a few tables, including ours. It seems they got off to a great start but things like employee turnover and training for the front of the house has lapsed a bit. Will definitely go back as the food was that good to overlook the other stuff.

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  2. Terri

    Phoenix / Arizona4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, the food was outstanding. The four of us in our party each had something different: Volcano Pork, Ribeye, Lemon Garlic Chicken, and Chicken Sandwich. The service was subpar this time. The young man seemed distracted and missed a lot of things. He also messed up our checks, and they had to be redone. Additionally, they were out of all but two beers, and one person in our party ordered the fish and chips, and the server came back after several minutes and said they were no longer serving fish and chips (it's on the menu). I hope they are doing ok...

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  3. Chris

    Phoenix / Arizona7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great new spot for those who appreciate elevated food and cocktail options and know that it’s going to cost you more than a trip to Outback Steakhouse. Staff is sincerely friendly and overly accommodating. Menu has something for everyone and everything our group tried was very good: braided pretzel loaf / burger / ox tail roll / numerous cocktails.

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  4. Kitty VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wait staff, the cooks and the GM were all top notch. We went back again because the cocktails were so good.

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  5. Jennifer VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    the place was closed when we arrived and looks like it has been closed for a while!

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  6. Ryan

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The servers were amazing. Cocktail program was top notch. And the food was absolutely delicious. This is a must visit restaurant.

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  7. David

    Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been here before and enjoyed it so I was very excited to pick this restaurant as the brunch spot for Mother’s Day. We made a reservation and arrived on time. We came in and were sat a few minutes later. Once we were sat the server gave us waters and even gave our son a new kids cup so he wouldn’t spill the glass cup. She came back about 10 minutes later to take our drink order. When they arrived my drink was wrong and missing the salt on the rim (which makes the drink) but I didn’t say anything as they seemed busy. There are about 10 tables and 6 were sat. Another table came in after us, a party of 6 and then a party of 3. After waiting about 40 minutes the server said “I’ll be right back to take your order” to the table of 6 that was sat 10-15min after us. She then proceeded to return and take their order, never once acknowledging us. Over the 45 minutes of waiting for our order to be taken we noticed only 1 waitress, 1 bartender. We tried to be very understanding of them being understaffed but once the other tables order was taken in front of us we decided to ask for the check. We asked for the check and she said ok and then returned and said she was sorry, that something happened to the cook and that they were short staffed and said the 2 drinks were on them. This was a very kind gesture but it being Mother’s Day we knew this was detrimental and we would have very limited options of where we could go next to eat. 45 minutes is a very long time for a 4 yr old to wait and it would’ve been even longer because we didn’t even place our order. Had we been notified when we sat of the issue we would’ve been a lot more understanding. I really had high hopes for this place as we loved it before but it totally ruined my Mother’s Day brunch :( we will be back but only to eat at the bar and only my husband and I (in case there is another long wait).

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  8. Jason

    Phoenix / Arizona1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome staff, crafty drinks and amazing food!!!!!

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  9. Graham VIP

    Hawaii5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great cocktails, good food. Friendly staff. Not loud.

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  10. carrie

    Phoenix / Arizona10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great neighborhood place. Food was really good. Not loud for the size of the space. Service was great and friendly. Definitely would go again.

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The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen - Tempe is rated 4.3 stars by 148 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen - Tempe

1006 E Warner Rd, Tempe, AZ 85284-3226

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Warner Rd and Rural Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Ahwatukee
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jason Conti
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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