The Yard At Farmer Arts District

149 S Farmer Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281, United States
+1 480-240-1601
$$$ Gastropub , Restaurant
(203 Reviews)

The Yard At Farmer Arts District serves up a relaxed gastropub experience in the heart of Tempe’s evolving arts neighborhood. It’s the kind of place where you can settle in for a casual lunch or a lingering evening with friends, surrounded by a thoughtfully designed space that mixes indoor dining with a lively outdoor area.

The menu brings a comforting blend of American and elevated pub fare that’s easy to share or savor solo. Crowd-pleasers like soft pretzels with provolone fondue and house potato chips are as satisfying as the heartier mains—fried chicken with honey-drizzled buttermilk biscuits or roasted salmon paired with seasonal vegetables. Lighter options, including kale and cobb salads, offer a fresh balance, while desserts such as banana cream pie or cinnamon apple monkey bread provide a sweet finish without fuss.

What really stands out is how the outdoor area transforms the visit. With plenty of space for games like ping pong, shuffleboard, and bags, it encourages a playful gathering atmosphere that goes beyond just eating and drinking. This makes The Yard a spot well-suited for groups looking to hang out in a low-key, sun-soaked setting, especially in the cooler months when Arizona’s outdoor-friendly weather truly shines.

The beverage lineup supports the varied vibe—with seasonal cocktails like an espresso martini or a Michelada alongside solid beer selections and classic cocktails. Service tends to be attentive and approachable, helping visitors navigate the menu and find just the right dish or drink for their mood.

Located at 149 S Farmer Ave, it fits into the Farmer Arts District as more than just a place to eat; it’s a social hub where local creatives, neighbors, and visitors can come together in a vibrant but unpretentious environment. Whether you’re popping in for a midday meal with a knowledgeable server or staying late to enjoy the festive seasonal pop-ups and unique drink offerings, The Yard balances the feel of a neighborhood gathering spot with touches of culinary care.

Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has live performances
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Best for
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

203 Reviews
KCR Christopher Raymond (CatDadz)

03 Jan 2026

First time here! Had lunch. Gabe was an excellent server—friendly and knowledgeable about the menu! Will definitely come back.

Brian Barnum

09 Dec 2025

We checked out the pop-up Bar Blitzen, a holiday bar inside The Yard. This temporary gem is super cool, very chill vibe with an incredible holiday playlist. The decorations are also incredible, no detail missed. The food is a limited selection of the Yard menu, always good. These holiday cocktails though are absolutely incredible, they did a great job making unique seasonal drinks. The whiskey and donuts is served with fresh donut holes. Our server was also on point and they were quick behind the bar.

Cheri Beecroft

29 Nov 2025

Sat outside and our service was great. My son loved the wings! We had to take leftovers because the portions were so big.

Ryan Falconi

23 Nov 2025

I can't say enough good things about this place. The service was excellent, the food was delicious (especially the pretzel bread fondue), and they had an entire outdoor area with games. We played ping pong for a couple hours, but they had shuffleboard and bags too. We will definitely be back soon!

Ashley Catizone

19 Oct 2025

This was a super cool concept bringing together multiple restaurants into one. The space was super cool and has a lot to do like ping pong, bags, etc. The food we got was all extremely good and large portion sizes. The drinks were fantastic! We had a super personable and cool server who gave great suggestions, and overall had the best time!

Stephanie Joanette

07 Oct 2025

This place had a really cool atmosphere Everybody was really cute and artsy! lol And the food was delicious !!! I don’t really eat McDonald’s like that but when I do a big Mac is my favorite And this place has a burger called the Mac. I believe that’s what I got. And it’s honestly the best burger I’ve had ever that taste like a Big Mac - I guess it’s inspired by it lol hence the name

John Sproul

28 Sep 2025

This was my first time here. The food was great, and the service was amazing. They really were top-notch. The patio area was really cool, and I think everyone should check this place out. He dessert and drinks were stellar as well.

Luke Fountain

20 Sep 2025

Went to Yard house with the family on a Saturday afternoon. It was really busy with a bit of a wait but it didn't matter because there were games to play (Cornhole, Table Tennis and Shuffleboard) while waiting. It was very busy but the atmosphere was wonderful! As far as the food... it was delicious! I highly recommend the grilled Chicken Sandwich and the Shrimp Salad. The only reason I give this place a 4 instead of a 5 was because our server, Alexa, was irritatingly inattentive to our table most of the time. She was very attentive to the table next to us and was constantly checking to make sure they were ok. We literally had to flag down other waitresses to get drinks at times. I understand being busy but you can still stop by and let us know that you haven't forgotten us and you see that all our glasses are empty so you will get right back to us as quickly as possible. Her service to our table was really bad. But overall I would definitely come back to this place often! Seems like a cool happy hour spot with great drinks and games. All the other servers, hostesses and employees we met were EXCELLENT!

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