The Best Places to Drink in Mesa, by the Record
The best places to drink in Mesa, by the professional record: Foodist Awards, Eater, and AZ Central have all weighed in, and their honors are what rank this list. Cider Corps comes out on top.
Espiritu and Chupacabra Taproom hold the next two places. Phoenix New Times shows up on more of this list than any other guide, with AZ Central next.
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- Foodist Awards 2023 · Winner · Top Arizona Brewery, Winery, or Distillery Experience
- Foodist Awards 2024 · Finalist: Mango Foxtrot · Favorite Local Craft Beer
- Foodist Awards 2025 · Finalist: American Pie · Favorite Local Craft Beer
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Rank 2. Espiritu
Mexican Cocktail Bar
- Eater The Best New Restaurants in America
- AZ Central Best bars in metro Phoenix
- James Beard Awards 2024 · Semifinalist · Emerging Chef · Roberto Centeno
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Rank 3. Chupacabra Taproom
Beer Bar
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Rank 3. Gabby’s Sports Bar and Grill
American
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Rank 3. Rebel Wine Lounge
Wine Bar
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Rank 3. Roosters Country
Beer Bar
The 12 tap handles are mounted in a repurposed fire truck behind the bar, which tells you everything you need to know about the vibe. Roosters is a country bar that's been an East Valley institution forever, with a red-and-black checkered dance floor, pool tables, live music most nights, open mics, and karaoke. A second stage and beer tubs sit out on the smoking patio. Strangers introduce you to their friends before the first round is done.
- Phoenix New Times 2023 · Best Bar for Country Music · Best of Phoenix
- Phoenix New Times The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix