Phoenix-Area Restaurants, Cafés, Breweries, and Bars to Visit During Maker Festivals Mesa/Phoenix

It’s important to stay fueled and motivated while busy at the Maker Festivals Mesa/Phoenix! If you’re worried about finding good places to eat, we have you covered. Enjoy your time in Mesa using this comprehensive list of places to try while you are busy creating. Whether in need of a dependable coffee and breakfast spot, a filling meal or an area to wind down with a drink, you can find our recommendations for Phoenix-area restaurants and libations here.

Related: Plan Your Day at Maker Festivals Mesa/Phoenix

Must-Try Mesa Cafés

Get an early start to Maker Festivals by visiting a local café for a coffee and pastry.

Lost Dutchman’s Coffee House

Serving the coffee community since 2014 with locally roasted beans, the Lost Dutchman’s Coffee House is a staple to the Mesa café scene. They offer a wide range of items to enjoy, including tea, smoothies, Italian soda, gelato and baked goods. While you’re there, try their signature Gold Rush, a double shot of espresso with half-and-half and a hint of vanilla.

Travel: 9 minute walk from Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am-6:30pm; Sat 7am-5pm; Sun 8am-5pm

Jarrod’s Coffee Tea and Gallery

Enjoy a fresh made sandwich and carefully crafted coffee or tea at Jarrod’s Coffee Tea and Gallery. In addition to operating as a café, they also host different events, including comedy shows, concerts, poetry readings and art gatherings. Visit this downtown gem to get a taste of the local community and food!

Travel: 14 minute walk from Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Tues-Thurs 9am-7pm; Fri-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10am-5pm; Closed Mon

Outcast Doughnuts

Wake up with Outcast Doughnuts, located along Main St. in the downtown area. Their menu includes layered doughnuts, sandwiches, coffee, adult beverages and their signature Dopecone, which is an ice cream cone with a cone made out of doughnut dough. If you need a sugar boost to start your day, Outcast Doughnuts is the place to go!

Travel: 12 minute walk from Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Mon-Thurs 7am-7pm; Fri-Sat 7am-10pm; Sun 7am-3pm

Higher Grounds Coffee and Cafe

Higher Grounds Coffee and Café is a family-owned and locally operated café that serves breakfast and lunch items alongside their fresh roasted coffee. This micro-roaster also offers takeout, delivery and pick-up services as well as in-house service. Want to bring a package of their coffee back home? They also have a selection of 10 different packaged beans to brew yourself!

Travel: 4 minute drive from Lancaster County Convention Center
Hours: Mon 7am-2pm; Tues-Fri 6am-2pm; Sat-Sun 7am-2pm

Buddha’s Brew Coffee Café

The owners at Buddha’s Brew Coffee Café have built a welcoming place for locals and creatives to hang out and enjoy tasty food, coffee and tea. Furthermore, the café welcomes the community to enjoy events with space for live music and art galleries and shows. Located on Main St. inside Old Town Ink tattoo studio, all are welcome to relax with delicious refreshments while enjoying local art.

Travel: 4 minute drive from the Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Monday 8am-4pm; Tues-Fri 7:30am-5pm; Sat 8am-4pm; Sun 8am-1pm

Dine at a Local Mesa Restaurant

Mesa and the surrounding Phoenix area has a large assortment of restaurants for you to try while in town for Maker Festivals.

Cayomango Steaks, Seafood and Drinks

Quality seafood can be found at Cayomango Steaks, Seafood and Drinks. With a cozy atmosphere, this Mexican restaurant has a wide range of beautifully plated options. From sushi to steak to tacos, you can enjoy fresh seafood and creative drinks at Cayomango.  

Travel: 5 minute walk from the Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Mon-Wed 10am-10pm; Thurs 10am-12am; Fri-Sat 10am-1am; Sun 10am-12am

Diamond’s Sports Grille

Want a late-night snack after a day of crafting? Go to Diamond’s Sports Grille, across the street from the Mesa Convention Center. This sports bar is a great place to mull over the day with your peers and friends and enjoy a chill ambience with good food and drinks.

Travel: 1 minute walk from the Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-1am; Sun 11am-11pm

Organ Stop Pizza

Entertainment meets tasty food at Organ Stop Pizza. They serve specialty pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, salads, desserts and drinks in a 700-seat dining room. While enjoying the food, the largest theater pipe organ ever created appears for the audience to enjoy a full orchestra sound. Shows occur nightly and included dancing marionette cats, disco balls and light shows.

Travel: 2 minute walk from Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Mon-Thurs 4-8:30pm; Fri 4-9pm; Sat 3:30-9pm; Sun 3:30-8:30pm

Margarita’s Fresh Cocina

Enjoy some classic Mexican food at Margarita’s Fresh Cocina. Their menu includes tacos, burritos, ceviches and mariscos along with a selection of over 12 types of margaritas. You can refuel for Maker Festivals with some of the best Mexican food in the area.

Travel: 10 minute walk from the Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Tues-Thurs 11am-9pm; Fri-Sat 11am-10pm; closed Sun-Mon

Downtown Rendezvous

Opened in 2010, Downtown Rendezvous serves American cuisine with a twist. From omelets and pancakes to salads and sandwiches, Downtown Rendezvous has something everyone can enjoy, including vegetarian options. You can enjoy breakfast and lunch with other makers as it serves as the perfect meeting place.

Travel: 9 minute walk from the Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Mon-Thurs 6am-3pm; Closed Fri-Sun

Hope’s Frybread

Hope’s Frybread is a Navajo owned and operated restaurant that serves fresh frybread daily. Frybread is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside and goes great with both sweet and savory toppings. Get a taste of family recipes, seasonal stews and fresh ingredients at Hope’s Frybread in Mesa.

Travel: 3 minute drive from the Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am-8pm; Sat 11am-8pm; closed Sun

Haven Burgers

Have a craving for a hearty burger? Visit Haven Burgers, one of the top burger places in Mesa. It is a cozy diner that serves handcrafted burgers and quality ingredients. The staff can accommodate to any dietary restrictions to provide a great meal for you. Haven Burgers is a must-stop for burger enthusiasts who need to fuel up for more activities at Maker Festivals.

Travel: 4 minute drive from the Mesa Convention Center
Hours: Mon 10am-4pm; Tues-Thurs 10am-8pm; Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 10am-7:30; Closed Sun

Wineries, Breweries and Bars, Oh My!

Take a seat with a fellow maker and try some locally brewed beers or handcrafted drinks featured in the list below.

Related: Phoenix Area Activities to Enjoy During Maker Festivals

From art gallery cafés to authentic Mexican cuisine to two-level taprooms, Mesa is full of fun and delicious places for you to visit. We hope you can enjoy some delicious food while taking in the local Mesa community and food culture during your visit for Maker Festivals.

Have a must-try Phoenix-area restaurant to add to this list? Leave your Mesa café, restaurant or bar recommendations in the comments below!