Cornish Pasty Co
Downtown Tempe, Tempe
Bar in Tempe, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
A practical Tempe pick for a casual meal near the University Drive corridor, especially when the group wants an easy plan rather than a reservation-heavy dinner. Better for repeat, low-pressure nights than special occasions; compare with The Shop Beer Co. for drinks-first plans and Yucca Tap Room for bar energy.
About Cornish Pasty Co
In Tempe, Cornish Pasty Co is a practical option to keep in mind when the plan calls for a casual stop with daily hours. The dress code is casual, the schedule runs from 11 AM into the evening every day, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday.
The case for going is simple: the commitment level is low, the hours are broad, the venue can fit into a Tempe night without needing to be the whole plan. If you are comparing it with other options, The Shop Beer Co. may suit a different kind of stop, while Yucca Tap Room is another option to consider.
Use it as one stop in a Tempe night, not the whole itinerary
For someone deciding whether to return, the safest read is to use Cornish Pasty Co deliberately: choose it when the group wants a casual, direct stop in Tempe and the posted hours work for the plan. Keep the recommendation centered on ease and timing rather than awards, chef-driven details, or formal service.
Value depends on what else the night requires. Against Sushi Time, this is simply a different casual option. Against The Shop Beer Co. it depends on which venue better fits the plan. For a broader scan of nearby options, use Our full Tempe restaurants guide and Our full Tempe bars guide.
The right audience is casual and convenience-focused
This is a better match for a low-pressure Tempe outing than for anyone trying to plan around accolades, a chef story, or a formal dining format. With casual dress and broad hours, the most grounded reason to choose it is convenience.
Verdict: go when casual dress, Tempe location, useful hours matter more than ceremony. Skip it when the night depends on a special-occasion format, a defined beverage program, or a chef-driven story.
Planning details
- Location
- 960 W University Dr #103, Tempe, AZ 85281
- Website
- cornishpastyco.com
- Phone
- +1 480 894 6261
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cornish Pasty Co sits squarely in the practical, low-ceremony lane of Tempe’s University Drive. It reads like a pub-casual street-food outpost: compact, no-frills and focused on portable, hand-held pasties rather than extended table service. The copy leans on the format’s working-class provenance and the British pub tradition, so the mood feels familiar and unpretentious rather than stylistically precious. Around the bar you can expect draught beer and cider to be the primary accompaniment, and the overall impression is of a straightforward, campus-adjacent spot built for quick satisfaction rather than lingering.
Best For
This is a place for quick, practical meals—students, commuters and anyone wanting a fast, handheld dinner or late-night snack fit the bill. The pasty’s portability and the high-turnover, low-cost framework make it especially well suited to solo diners or informal catch-ups with friends after class or work. It’s less a destination for cocktail seekers or upscale tasting menus and more a reliable stop for hungry people who want value and speed, with draught beer and cider rounding out the casual, pub-style offering.
Ordering Tips
Order a pasty as your primary dish and pair it with a draught beer or cider—the venue’s drinks program is described as beer- and cider-forward with a modest spirits shelf, not a cocktail-focused back bar. Treat the meal as handheld and convenient: the format is designed to deliver a complete, self-contained portion without committing to full sit-down service. Expect straightforward options rather than a curated spirits list; if you’re after a quick, satisfying bite near campus, this is built for efficiency and familiarity.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual pub atmosphere with a large bar, limited indoor seating, and a patio ideal for people watching.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Pub
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
Kettle One Espresso Martini
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Pick The Shop Beer Co. if the night is drinks-first and food is secondary. Pick Yucca Tap Room if the group wants a more bar-forward Tempe stop.
Bar context
How it compares in Tempe
Cornish Pasty Co is the better pick when the group needs food to anchor the night. The Shop Beer Co. is stronger when beer is the main event, while Yucca Tap Room makes more sense for a louder, bar-led evening.
For a date, Rift Wine Bar & Taphouse reads more drinks-focused, while Sushi Time gives the meal a clearer cuisine lane. Cornish Pasty Co wins on low-pressure utility: it is easier to suggest to a mixed group because it does not force the night into cocktails, wine, or sushi.
Trevor's Liquor is the better cross-shop if the plan centers on buying or drinking rather than sitting down for a casual meal. Choose Cornish Pasty Co when the priority is a relaxed food stop in Tempe with late operating hours and minimal planning friction.
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Compare Cornish Pasty Co
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cornish Pasty Co | Tempe | No published awards |
| The Shop Beer Co. | Tempe | No published awards |
| Yucca Tap Room | Tempe | No published awards |
| Rift Wine Bar & Taphouse | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Sushi Time | Tempe | No published awards |
| Trevor's Liquor | Scottsdale | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Cornish Pasty Co?
Cornish Pasty Co is open 11 AM to 11 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM to 1 AM Friday and Saturday, 11 AM to 10 PM Sunday. Choose the day and time that best fits your Tempe plans.
What's the crowd like at Cornish Pasty Co?
The dress code is casual. Treat it as a casual Tempe option rather than planning around a particular scene.
Is Cornish Pasty Co good for a date?
It can make sense for a relaxed Tempe plan if casual dress and the posted hours fit what you want. If you need a more specific setting or service style, confirm those details directly before choosing it.
Is the food good at Cornish Pasty Co?
The practical appeal is casual dress, Tempe location, daily hours that extend into the evening.
Is Cornish Pasty Co good for groups?
For group plans, start with the hours: Cornish Pasty Co is open 11 AM to 11 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM to 1 AM Friday and Saturday, 11 AM to 10 PM Sunday. For alternatives, compare it with Sushi Time, Rift Wine Bar & Taphouse, Trevor's Liquor, or other options based on the kind of outing you want.
