Ordered the southwest chicken sandwich with fries. It was to die for! Totally recommend it. The beer was cold and the cute blond bartender was awesome and very attentive. Love that it sits on the water and has a beautiful view especially when the sun sets! I highly recommend this place for food and/or drinks! read more

What a great hidden gem! It's an outdoor restaurant and is covered and waterfront. That staff is great. The food is good. We will absolutely be back. read more

Pier 54 - Chefs Burger and fries - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

What makes this place extra special is the wonderful view of the lake the best time to go is at sunset so you can really take in the beauty. The calamari was to die for I would go back just for that alone. The sauce that comes with it is amazing, and the lemon slice makes everything taste so fresh and light. The burgers were juicy and they ask how you want the patty cooked. Even though I'm not a big fan of tiramisu, I still really enjoyed theirs. It was the perfect way to end the dinner with something sweet but not super heavy. The live music was a great addition to the meal and really tied the whole experience together. read more

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What a great spot for outdoor dinning. The menu had a great variety of burgers, sandwiches, salads etc. I settled on the Salmon Burger. It was delicious! Our server was very sweet and attentive. The best part about this restaurant is the location. The restaurant is on the shore of the Lakes neighborhood in Tempe. With a nice breeze today, the ambiance was fantastic. read more

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So sad... we come here semi regularly when cool enough and in town. We were excited to return but found out the pork chile verde is no longer served. Sophie the server/bartender tried to find some options, which we appreciated. But this is one of our main reasons we come.. yes the other food is good, yes the people are friendly and the view pretty (especially at sunset) but oh so disappointing when you lose a favorite. read more

Pier 54 - Beautiful seating everywhere! - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Cute outdoor restaurant by the lake! The mac n cheese was very cheesy! Goat cheese burger was good, but the fries were a bit salty. I recommend making reservations since it can get busy. read more

Pier 54 - Bacon Macn cheese - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Prices are great, portions are also great! Despite the tiktoks saying how bad the food was my food was great the nachos & carbonara + italian soda. Only complaint is that guest are allowed to smoke at the bar area and the misters seemed to be turned on to high. Service was great overall. read more

Pier 54 - Chicken carbonara - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Great outdoor spot for lunch (there is no indoor seating). They have a covered area and a very hot un covered area right by the lake. My friend and I sat outside by the lake and the sun was blaring at us, so it was very hot. It was really busy so we couldn't move to a more shaded area but I really wanted to try there food so we stuck it out. We started with the meatballs and they were SO good!! For my meal I ordered the Lamb and goat cheese burger and it was AWESOME!! The food here was outstanding! Unfortunately, the service was very slow and our server failed to do the smallest of things like bring us small plates for our app, silverware and refill our drinks as needed. Ambiance 4/10 (unless in the shade) Service 5/10 Food 10/10 read more

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The ambiance was amazing: come at sunset for amazing views and live music! Service was a little slow and parking was not ideal, as there is actually a hired security guard in the parking lot outside Pier 54 who will direct you to park in another lot. Food was decent and loved the drinks. Great and sweet alcoholic beverages for those who do not like the taste of alcohol. read more

Pier 54 - The Mermaid - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Love Taco Tuesday! The Shrimp Tacos are to die for. The Ambiance and view of the lakes is awesome! Love that they allow dogs on the lower patio! read more

Pier 54 - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Seeing some lower star reviews we weren't sure what to expect, but we went anyway and thought it was really good. Only 4 minutes from home and we would go back to Pier 54! We had brussels sprouts and cauliflower appetizer, salmon burger, lamb burger and fries, and shared tiramisu for dessert. All were just fine and tasty, and was served to us in the normal amount of time it would take at any restaurant. Don't pay much attention to the bad reviews. We had reservations at 6:30 on Saturday and got a great table with a perfect view on the top level. There are no smoking signs all around and didn't smell smoke at all. Server was attentive and she was friendly, ambiance was great and the music was entertaining. The sunset was beautiful. Would give it five stars, but thought adding a fee for using a card was tacky. There was a nice lively, but good crowd of happy folks there too, not loud or obnoxious! (The security guard at the first parking lot was kind of crabby in telling us to go to the next lot to the south, no big deal at all walking to the restaurant from there.) read more

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Pier 54 is a fun lakeside spot with affordale cocktails, live music, and incredible suset views. It's worth a visit!

Great Spot with Awesome Vibes! I stumbled upon this place while driving by and decided to book a table in advance for a birthday celebration--and I'm so glad I did! Our server was super chill, friendly, and very attentive. He brought us water and menus right after we were seated and made us feel welcome from the start. We brought a birthday cake with us, and they were kind enough to let us enjoy it at our table--big plus! I asked about mocktail options for the two birthday guests (both underage), and our server recommended two they ended up loving. The weather was a bit muggy, but the lake view--especially at sundown--was beautiful and made it all worth it. The live music added such a great touch and really helped set the relaxed, upbeat vibe. We were a group, so we ordered a variety of dishes to share. The pretzel was a standout--especially with the homemade mustard and cheese combo, which was perfect when mixed together. The nachos were solid, though I wish the cheese had a little more flavor. The pico de gallo on top, however, was really fresh and tasty. Carne asada fries were delicious, but I think they would've been perfect with shredded cheese melted on top instead of the liquid cheese. We also had the Wagyu hamburgers, and they were *very* delicious--juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right. The roasted vegetables were amazing too--super flavorful and perfectly seasoned. And the bacon-wrapped shrimp? So good! They were melt-in-your-mouth delicious and came with a side of steamed veggies that were simple but tasty. Overall, the vibe felt super friendly--like a fun neighborhood party by the lake. Great food, great service, and an awesome spot to celebrate something special. Would definitely come back! read more

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Excellent lunch at pier 54. Our server Anthony was attentive and provided great service . Food was excellent as was the cocktails . Views are lovely and the misters misting cool air overhead were great . Thank you :) read more

Pier 54 - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I visited this establishment for what was advertised as a wonderful Mother's Day brunch to celebrate my daughter's very first Mother's Day, and I left feeling utterly disappointed. Upon arrival, we encountered security directing us to park in a separate lot, which was frustrating. When checking in, they didn't even ask about our reservation and seated us in a filthy booth with a yellow rose on the table. Service was lacking with only one waitress catering to the entire dining area. The menu was small and restrictive, allowing no substitutions. We ordered two grilled cheese sandwiches that were extremely basic and not served on Noble bread as claimed--just toasted bread, and it wasn't even grilled. My daughter ordered a Caesar salad with chicken, which was basic but a small step up from the sandwiches. To make matters worse, our mimosas were served in glasses that had lipstick stains on them--really unacceptable for any restaurant. We paid $35.00 for a bottle of cheap champagne for the table. When I complained they brought us a new glass. However we had already poured the cheap champagne into our glasses so we were just expected to transfer the germs. I was shocked by the final bill, which totaled $157.78, including an 18% tip, and we were charged a special fee 20% fee for the brunch that was not clearly communicated beforehand just in fine small print. This left a bitter taste in my mouth. Even now, almost a week later, I still feel jaded by this experience. We noticed another menu on the table that we were not allowed to order from, which added to our frustration. I cannot recommend this place to anyone and strongly caution others against choosing it for a special occasion. They should be ashamed of themselves.Shame on you Pier 54 for taking complete advantage of Mothers on Mother's Day. read more

Pier 54 - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Going to Pier 54 on a slower day would probably be a much better experience than going on a Friday night. The service was extremely slow, and it seemed like the bartender was more interested in talking than actually doing their job. It took us 45 minutes just to get a pitcher of beer, which is ridiculous. I would not recommend this place. read more

Hands down, WORST dinner experience we've had in probably a decade. It's truly baffling how much went wrong this night, and it just kept building on its self, becoming a complete disaster. DO NOT GO HERE UNLESS YOU FEEL LIKE TORTURING YOURSELF & COMPANY. For reference to the information below, our table had 3 couples (6 people). We were seated at the table and it took 17 minutes for the server to welcome us to the restaurant and tell us that'll she'll bring water. **I stopped her in her tracks and asked her to take our drink orders + appetizers orders (the writing was on the wall in respect to lack of service). 37 minutes later, three drinks (3 out of 6) were delivered, and 1 of them was for another table. We had to call the server back over so she could remove the drink. Also, the wine that was delivered wasn't the wine ordered, but we decided not to mention it since it took so long the first time. The server decided to take this time to complain about everything going wrong, how nothing could be done, no one is helping, how she's overwhelmed, that her spilling an entire tray of drinks on another table forced her to fall behind an ADDITIONAL TEN MINUTES, how she was worried about tips, etc. etc. etc........ 29 mins from there, 2 entrees were delivered... again, we called the server back and let her know that we were given an incorrect entree, which we ALSO told her we touched with our hands (but didn't eat) thinking it was ours, and then SHE TOOK IT TO A TABLE A FEW SECTIONS DOWN AND GAVE IT TO THEM!!!! 5 mins later, I got up to ask the Manager for our drinks that we ordered since it had now been an HOUR AND 11 MINUTES since ordering drinks and only half of our party had something to drink. The Manager got flustered with me and immediately snarled saying they were on their way as she stormed off. To which the drinks were delivered 3 minutes later. It quite literally took another 22 minutes for 4 additional entrees to be delivered. AND AGAIN, ANOTHER ENTREE DELIVERED WASN'T WHAT OUR TABLE ORDERED, so it sat there untouched for 12 minutes until the server came with what she thought was the last entree for the table. Mind you....... we also ordered 2 appetizers that were never given to us, so we told her to cancel them, but she immediately told us they were coming out next SMH ---- AFTER THE ENTREES WERE. Most of us finished our food and we still had 2 others still awaiting theirs. Now, you might be questioning our manors for eating before everyone's food arrived, but after we waited 10 mins for the remaining entrees to be delivered, the food was already cold, and we all agreed just to take it on the chin and eat without everyone being served yet. At this point, we're all struck with shear disgust of this operation and blatant disregard for service/food etiquette (taking food that was delivered to a table and touched by the table... to then pick it back up and deliver to another table for them to eat; MIND BLOWN). I had to get up again and walk back up the stairs to the bar to ask for a refill of the unsweetened tea I ordered which was sitting there on the corner of the table directly at the front of the table where the server would stand for OVER AN HOUR. She (the server) FINALLY came by again about another 15 minutes later (whilst we were all sitting there questioning this entire restaurant operation) to drop off the check AND WE HAD TO ASK HER WHERE SHE WAS AND WHY WE'RE STILL MISSING AN APPETIZER, MISSING AN ENTREE AND NONE OF US COULD GET ANY ADDITIONAL DRINKS ORDERED NOR REFILLED..... She just complained about her life and the restaurant being busy and how nothing could've prevented the god-awful service. I was absolutely baffled and at a loss for words hearing the crap she was spewing out of her mouth. Normally, I leave a tip, even when service was far from great, however, I was so beyond disgusted and upset about everything transpiring, I told the table there was zero chance this disgusting server would earn a tip. To my surprise, SHE ADDED HER OWN TIP ONTO MY CHECK/TAB (which was for 2 drinks, 2 entrees) and the tip was 22%!!!!!!!!! WHAT IN GODS NAME DO THEY THINK THEY'RE DOING. The server never came back to us after delivering the checks, which is obviously apparent as to why. We paid the tabs and got out of dodge as quick as we possibly could, which we were there for over 3 painstaking hours just waiting for food/drinks the entire time. read more

We went on a night with live music and the vibes were impeccable. We didn't make a reservation and sat at the bar. The bartender kept forgetting about us but she was pretty busy with other patrons and was very nice. The food was great and my only criticism is that a cheese board should always have more than just 2 cheeses. I'm not sure if this was due to their supply that night but as a cheese girl I like my cheese boards cheesy. The drinks were solid and the view was amazing. read more

Pier 54 - charcuterie Cheese Board - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I'd say the ambiance is really cool. Great views of the water with outdoor seating. I was not really impressed with the service or the food. However, with that said I would still come back for their specials. Looks like they have a taco Tuesday, "wild women Wednesday" and some date night specials where you get a free bottle of house wine of you spend $50 on food. Dessert menu is limited to just cheesecake and tiramisu- so we skipped it. When we first got here there was a guy with a shirt that said security on it who asked us to move our car because he said that the Korean bbq place next door would tow us. I did not see any signage indicating who could park where etc. Also if you're in a wheelchair I'd say it may be difficult to get to some seating. The hostess asked me when I arrived if I had a reservation but it didn't seem like they were busy- but maybe they prefer that folks make a reservation. Live music was good, but a little loud if you were looking for a quiet meal. But they don't always have live music. They offer a cash discount which the server did not tell us about not did I see it anywhere on the menu. read more

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If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience, trust me--you'll never forget this place... no matter how hard you try. You'd think, logically, that the restaurant's parking lot is where you should park. Nope! Try that, and security will materialize out of thin air to redirect you like a confused mall cop. Instead, you must venture to the other side of the building, past what looks like an abandoned set from The Office, to find the actual parking area. Why? Who knows. Should of took that as a sign to keep on driving to another place to eat. The Food: Let's just say I was more afraid of food poisoning than enjoying my meal. The "Big Giant Pretzel" was neither big nor giant, unless your frame of reference is a woman's small hand. And the flavor? Imagine a pretzel that spent its life basking under a heat lamp while marinating in the essence of burnt fries. Oh, and the iced tea? It was refreshing--until I saw something at the bottom of my cup. Let's just say I didn't need a fortune teller to know I was about to have a bad time. My husband got his burger and fries a solid 15 minutes before my "grilled" chicken Cobb salad, which was neither grilled nor particularly Cobb-y. It was basically chicken asada, deep-fried, and thrown on some Spinach. I've had better salads from a gas station--and they didn't cost me $20. The Service: Our waiter? A vibe. He rocked '70s sunglasses, looking like he was either hiding from the law or still recovering from last night's party. Service was impressively slow--I didn't even know it was possible to wait that long for a salad. And forget checking on us--our guy pulled a disappearing act so good David Copperfield would be impressed. A customer from downstairs hiked up the stairs to find him just so we could get a box and the bill. The Atmosphere: Tiktok lied to me. This place is tiny and absolutely filthy. Dusty, rusty, and about as clean as a boy teenager's laundry basket. And let's talk about the bathroom situation--because, spoiler alert, there isn't one. You have to walk across the parking lot to a separate restroom that smells like trauma and regret. One stall was so clogged it looked like it was auditioning for a horror movie. And if you're thinking about sitting by the water, be ready for a steep stairway descent--because nothing says "relaxing meal" like an impromptu leg workout. Also, the chairs down there? Plastic. Because nothing screams "high-end dining" like the same furniture used at backyard BBQs. And the customer scene didn't disappoint either. Picture this: a girl on a date casually lounging with her legs propped up on a chair sitting like a frog, nonchalantly picking her toes as if it were the most natural thing in the world. It was a dining experience where table manners took a backseat to bold self-expression. Final Verdict: And the grand finale? The bill. Overpriced to the max, with a surprise twist: pay with card and you're $3.00 poorer than if you had cash. But who carries cash in 2025? Come for the disappointment, stay because you're still waiting for your food. If you enjoy bad service, questionable food safety, and restrooms that require a tetanus shot, this is the place for you. Otherwise, save yourself the trouble and go literally anywhere else. read more

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The patio is so cute and the view of the lake is really pretty. It has a cozy feel to it. The service was good and the food was even better. The shrimp tacos o had were loaded up and so delicious. read more

Pier 54 - Shrimp tacos - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Great views Food is average Service is not great Parking is unclear -- it appears shared parking with the neighboring restaurant isn't actually shared, which can result in having to move your car or risk being towed read more

I came here today with a few friends around 3:15, right after they opened. We were sat right away by a very friendly hostess and promptly given menus and water. We got the spinach artichoke dip for our appetizer and I got the lamb burger as my meal. The dip was garlicy and savory, absolutely perfect. And my burger was wonderful! The tzatziki was wonderfully fresh. The view is beautiful and the vibe of the place is definitely laid back. The one drawback is they allow smoking at the bar and if you're eating and a non smoker, the smell can be off putting while you eat. All in all, I'd definitely go back and recommend this place! read more

Pier 54 - Peach ice tea - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Great spot on the lake and great atmosphere. I didn't try the food. Good beer selection at market prices . A young man playing and singing that was very very good and catered to us old folks with 70s and 80s music tastes. Someone paid particular attention to having young attractive servers . read more

Well, the service was great. The food was tasty. Unfortunately, they allow smoking on the patio. The smell of cigarette smoke was overpowering and nauseating. I had a group of five people that were trying to enjoy dinner, but in the meantime, we couldn't wait to get the hell out of there due to the heavy smell of cigarette smoke, which basically ruined our first experience there. So, if you don't mind cigarette smoke, that's your place. We will probably not return there until there's a different policy on their smoking. read more

Welcome to my desert oasis. If you can't relax here, you need Xanax. LOL! I always enjoy myself here. The views are amazing. You'll feel like you're on a tropical island somewhere. The staff is awesome. And the food is exceptionally fresh and well prepared. I love that they have keto and and high protein options. The owners have to eat that way, so they said they will make it available for their customers. Love it! They even have an A rating. How many restaurants that you eat at, can say that? read more

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I should have read the reviews before coming here but thought the lake side vibe would make it a nice dinner experience. I was wrong which is unfortunate because this place has a lot of potential. The view & vibe is great but the service/food is not. When we first walked in there was someone smoking a cigarette which is not an appetizing way to enter the area you will be eating a meal. We then sat right by the water which was fine but the chairs are white plastic outdoor chairs. Our waitress was a young girl, she was cute and nice, but she was a bad waitress. (Also not to hate on her but she was wearing tiny booty shorts and a crop top, just felt weird) She had a table next to us that was clearly her friends because she hugged them and only talked to them the rest of the time we were there, ignoring our needs for more waters/drinks/sauces. She also forgot to ring in our appetizer and our main course had come out and she never mentioned anything about the appetizer until we asked about it so we cancelled that order. She forgot to bring us sauce even though we mentioned it a few times and she never refilled our waters but was always asking if we wanted more alcoholic beverages. I got the shrimp tacos and there was nothing special about them. With the better food and service this place could be awesome, sad to say it's not there. read more

The food was great and our waitress was great. However, they allow smoking at the tables and bar and they don't have indoor seating. Everyone next to us was smoking like chimneys. It was absolutely disgusting!! My friend and I came home and now have to rewash our hair and take ibuprofen for the cigarette headaches we have. Why are restaurants allowing this right at the tables in 2025? I'll never go back! What a crappy way to ruin what could have been a great evening. read more

I have been wanting to try Pier54 for quite some time. I finally went for my birthday and I'm so happy I did. The view is stunning! The staff were very nice and helpful. The food was very fresh, you can taste that everything had good quality ingredients. I took a picture of just about everything except the Natural Lemonade which is probably the best lemonade I've ever had! Such a cute lunch spot. Loved the vibes! read more

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The jazz music was great. Food and service was good. Would come back. The Lakes is beautiful, especially at sunset. Lived in the Lakes 5 years ago. read more

We've been coming to Pier 54 for a few years now and always have a great time. The food is good and the atmosphere is amazing right off of the lake. Yes, parking is irritating because of the restaurant next door but that is no fault to Pier 54. Laura at the bar was very kind and welcoming. Definitely try it out on a breezy weekend evening for sunset! read more

Came here with friends. The mist outside was powerful and hurt my eyes. We got the charcuterie board it was good. My friends got soup and I got a ceaser salad. I also got chicken skewers with rice. It was good. My friends got tacos and a burger. read more

if I could give this negative stats I would. aside from the view, the food, service, and vibe are terrible. The misters were soaking everything and everyone, the trivia woman was super rude and annoying, the waitresses were so clearly miserable, and the food was completely meh and either overcooked or undercooked. SUCKED read more

Food was OK. Location was OK. Tried it after seeing an Instagram post. Not upto the hype. read more

View and food were fire. Waitress was cutesy and fast. The seats were a little uncomfortable, kinda felt like I was eating on a hill. But other than that super fun. read more

Should have made a reservation because our estimated 15-20 wait turned into 50+ and I would have enjoyed it more in the cars AC. There wasn't any other parties waiting with us or showing up with reservations so it got a bit lonely. It was cute though. They said they didn't want to seat all the tables on a Friday night so I guess I would go another day. read more

I tried out Pier 54 with my best friend and we had a lovely time. We tried the Baja shrimp tacos and they were delicious! I love the sauce. It was dripping down my arms but worth it lol! The cocktails were delicious and refreshing which helped with the heat. My favorite was the slushtini. Our server was extremely friendly and was around often. The view is gorgeous, and I'm sure it is even more gorgeous at sunset. The happy hour is awesome! They have a ladies night for a certain time on Wednesday's which I also want to check out. I'll definitely back and recommend to friends! read more

Pier 54 - Baja Shrimp Tacos - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Appreciate the veggie burger option which was actually pretty enjoyable and the service was great! The view is so pretty read more

Pier 54 - Viewww - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Dirty and falling apart in several spots, especially the seating. The server was well meaning, nice, but it was just not a good experience. I ordered the special on Mother's Day and the meat was barely room temp. My stepdad's bottled beer wasn't cold. read more

The restaurant is on the lake in Tempe, with outdoor only seating, we had a great dinner experience with the sun setting over the lake. The burgers were delicious and the staff were friendly. I would recommend this place to my friends. read more

Pier 54 - New American Near Me - Tempe, Arizona