TEMPE - MILL AVE.
Mesquite Fresh Street Mex — Tempe, AZ
Looking for late-night tacos on Mill Ave? Mesquite Fresh Street Mex sits in the heart of Downtown Tempe at 505 S Mill Ave, steps from Arizona State University — grilling chicken, steak, and barbacoa over real mesquite wood until 2:35 AM every single night. Whether it’s a weekday breakfast burrito, a lunch between classes, or the post-bar rush after a night out downtown, we’re open when you need us. Walkable from the light rail, ASU campus, and the whole Mill Ave nightlife strip — voted best street tacos in AZ, and built your way.
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Find Us in Tempe
You’ll find Mesquite Fresh Street Mex at 505 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281, right in the heart of Downtown Tempe’s Mill Avenue entertainment district and on the doorstep of ASU’s main campus. We’re near the Mill Ave & 5th/6th Street stretch, a short walk from the Valley Metro light-rail stops, Tempe City Hall, and Hayden Butte (“A” Mountain). Surrounded by Mill Ave nightlife — Pedal Haus Brewery, Sunbar, and Caffe Boa — with Tempe Beach Park, Tempe Town Lake, Sun Devil Stadium, and downtown hotels all within a short walk. Open till 2:35 AM every day: 7 AM–2:35 AM weekdays, 10 AM–2:35 AM weekends. Dine-in, takeout, and delivery.
Late-Night Tacos Near ASU
This is the Mill Ave late-night spot. While the kitchen runs all day, our busiest rush is after 9 PM — the post-bar, post-game, post-study crowd rolling in for mesquite-grilled street tacos when most kitchens have closed. Open until 2:35 AM every night of the week, we’re one of the few places downtown grilling fresh over real mesquite wood well past bar close. Students, night-shift folks, and anyone craving real food late — this one’s for you.
What’s Good at the Tempe Location
Everything’s grilled over real mesquite wood. Downtown regulars go for the steak tacos, fire-grilled chicken, our loaded “Killer” burritos, and the Big Quesadilla, finished with chipotle or mild green salsa. Reviewers call out the well-seasoned carne asada, generous portions, and the value — most guests spend $10–$20 per person. Build any of it your way with fresh toppings and house sauces, all included.
Order from the Tempe Location
Order online for pickup or delivery, or dine in on Mill Ave. Browse the full menu, or planning an event? We offer catering — taco bars, family meals, and group orders — from this location.
Tempe Location FAQs
How late is Mesquite Fresh Street Mex in Tempe open?
Our Mill Ave location is open until 2:35 AM every single night — one of the few spots in Downtown Tempe grilling fresh tacos over mesquite wood well past bar close.
Where is the Tempe Mesquite Fresh Street Mex located?
We’re at 505 S Mill Ave in the heart of Downtown Tempe, steps from ASU’s main campus and the Mill Avenue nightlife district, near the Valley Metro light-rail stops.
Is there parking or is it walkable from ASU?
We’re right on Mill Ave, easily walkable from ASU’s main campus, the light rail, and the downtown Tempe area. It’s a foot-traffic-friendly downtown location.
Does the Tempe location serve breakfast?
Yes — breakfast burritos and breakfast tacos are served until 11 AM. We open at 7 AM on weekdays and 10 AM on weekends.
Do you offer catering from the Tempe location?
Yes — taco bar packages, family meals, and group orders are available. See our catering page or order online.
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