Craft Kitchen Quality. Real Sports Bar Energy.

Bonfire is a locally owned, family-operated neighborhood restaurant and elevated sports bar - chef-crafted, made from scratch, and featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins

Locally Owned & Family Operated

Our Story

At Bonfire, food is our highest priority. We proudly serve chef-crafted American cuisine with a Southwestern flair, using the freshest locally sourced ingredients in our made-from-scratch dishes. Our mission is to deliver an elevated dining experience, to exceed what you'd expect from a typical sports bar.

We're passionate about creating personalized, memorable guest experiences, where each patron feels valued and genuinely welcomed. Whether you're a foodie, a craft beer enthusiast, or a sports fan looking for the next big game, you'll find a warm, and inviting atmosphere that's perfect for businesses, co-workers, friends and family alike.

Bonfires are more than a source of warmth - they're a symbol of gathering, celebration, and connection. Inspired by our Midwestern roots, we've brought that spirit to Arizona, building a space where passion for food, joy in life, and love for community come together.

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Real Food. Real Sports. Real Community.

Bonfire is the neighborhood spot that pairs chef-crafted, locally sourced American cuisine with a genuine sports-bar atmosphere. Locally owned, made from scratch, and built around the belief that great food and great company belong in the same room - every single day.

  • Made From Scratch Every recipe is built from the ground up in our kitchen. No pre-packaged shortcuts - just fresh, scratch-made food crafted by our culinary team every day.
  • Locally Sourced We source ingredients from local suppliers whenever possible, keeping quality high and supporting the communities we call home.
  • Chef-Driven Menu Our menu features elevated burgers, BBQ, and Southwestern-inspired dishes designed by chefs who care deeply about flavor, not just convenience.
  • Genuine Sports Bar Energy Bonfire is the premier watch party destination for the Buffalo Bills, Denver Broncos, and Detroit Lions - plus college fans of Nebraska, Michigan, Michigan State, Arizona State, and Arizona. Big screens, craft beer on tap, and a crowd that shows up.
  • Family-Operated Bonfire is locally owned and family-run - not a chain. Every guest interaction reflects the pride and care of owners invested in their neighborhood.
  • Featured on Food Network Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives recognized Bonfire for exactly what we are - a neighborhood gem serving food that punches well above its weight.

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Real Food. Real Sports. Real Community.

Chef-crafted American cuisine, craft beer on tap, and game-day energy - locally owned and made from scratch in Tempe, Surprise, and Scottsdale. As seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.