r/Tempe

"In my search for coffee, I stopped on a side street and saw a blown out looking shop that looked like it had been deserted sometime during one of the race riots of the 60’s. Yet, I saw a man sitting on in front of a plastic table and chairs that looked like they had been pulled out of a dumpster behind Goodwill. He had in front of him what appeared to be a cup of coffee. So I asked, “Is this a coffee shop of some sorts?” He nodded with seriousness.

It was not immediately apparent from the street of course, because the storefront was a fogged glass full of scrapings and markings. But when I opened the door, I saw a cavernous warehouse like room with young white liberals sitting with their laptops on mold infested furniture sitting with $8 cups of coffee."

I'm just curious because the description goes a little beyond the usual chic decay of a Brooklyn-style coffee shop

We are moving to Phoenix Arizona next month. Found this apartment online. Does anyone know about it? Our priority is save neighborhood and affordable rent.

Any good lowkey/casual golf courses?

Hey y'all

Looking to see if there is a piercing place in or around Tempe that's inclusive to trans folk (ideally with a trans piercer if there is one). I'm looking to get a nose ring and, in my experience, I tend to have a better experience with folk who're used to trans clientele. Thanks!

Hey y’all I’m taking this girl out tonight and I’m wondering if there’s any chill spots we can hang out at, sit down, have a smoke and chat. I’m in the ASU area and nothing sounds chill to me like that. Also does Tempe town lake have parking (paid is fine). Lmk. All the help and advice is appreciated.

Any open parking lots or anything like that good for learning to drive a manual transmission car?

Especially those who that order products online: Has anybody seen pests which have never been in the area before? I I recently purchased a new product from a large retailer, and coincidentally, several days later had pests never seen (or knew existed) locally before, and potential evidence that retailer's product is the source. I have been at the same address in Tempe for almost 15 years, and in Phoenix metro almost 30, and never had come across this before. I know this is (intentionally) light on specifics, and probably related to the feral cat population, but want to be sure before pointing blame.

Hello all- I'm older and approaching retirement and I was looking into good ways to spend my time and I was wondering if any soup kitchens need volunteer prep cooks or anything? I just want something that when I am needed I can come and just do prep work, organize, wash dishes, etc. I'm down to do pretty much anything but limited by surgically repaired shoulders.

Just looking for some places I could pitch in with a low stress environment. Any suggestions?

Went for a walk last night near Town lake and saw there was a brush fire under the bridge. Anyone else have any details?

Anyone else have a bad experience with this tow company? I’ve been wrongfully towed twice by them.

Went to look at their reviews today and looks like they’re now officially closed. I guessed someone finally listened to what residents had to say about them.

Does anyone know what company Tempe uses as the process server to serve photo radar tickets?

How aggressive are they?

Paradise Valley tried to serve me once for a photo radar ticket. The guy came 3 Saturdays in a row (at around the same time), but I never answered the door and it got dismissed.

A buddy got a Scottsdale ticket. He said a process server tried to catch him twice at night around 8-9pm but he also never answered the door and it go dismissed.

I've heard horror stories of Tempe using illegal tactics such as just slipping the service under the door even if you are not home. (Although I have cameras and I would document that and definitely fight it or at least try to report improper service).

I know this is a long shot. My wife lost her wallet at the Arizona mills mall today. It’s a square brown leather card and cash holder. Her name is Katie B.

We don’t even care if the cash is in there, she just wants her ID cards / drivers license/ etc.. back.

Thank you so much.

Does anyone have the recipe for the wing sauce that Papillion’s in Tempe used.

Or even the white sauce recipe.

Visiting from out of state for a graduation at ASU.

Family will be in town for about a week.

Are there any food recommendations for around the Tempe area?

We are looking to try some authentic Mexican food (we are Mexican and haven’t had good Mexican food since visiting LA), and just any other good food spots.

We are also look for fun activities to do during the week, we are traveling with small kids so have planned to visit the zoo and aquarium.

Open to any and all recs ! Thanks.