Summer is heating up, and so are the deals across the Valley. Local favorites are rolling out sizzling specials to help you dine, sip, and play your way through the season. Whether you’re searching for the perfect happy hour, a fun night out with friends, or family-friendly daytime activities, these summer deals make it easy to stay cool and keep your wallet happy. Here’s your guide to the best ways and the best deals to beat the heat this summer in Phoenix and beyond.


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The Italian Daughter

Location: 23655 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Cool off this summer with unbeatable food and drink specials at The Italian Daughter, a North Scottsdale favorite known for handcrafted pasta, pizza, and live piano music. Here’s what’s on the menu all summer long:

  • $5 Martini Mondays (2–6 p.m.) – Classic, Cosmo, and Lemon Drop martinis for just $5.
  • $5 Tortellini Tuesdays (2–6 p.m.) – Indulge in pasta perfection with $5 tortellini specials.
  • Wine Down Wednesdays – Half-off bottles of select wines all day.
  • $28 Bottle + a Board Thursdays – Share a bottle of wine with your choice of a Margherita Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, or Bruschetta Board.
  • $10 Menu at the Bar & Lounge (2:30–5:30 p.m. daily) – Choose from stuffed lasagna rolls, chicken parm + meatballs, baked gnocchi Bolognese, and more.
  • 3-Course Summer Restaurant Week Menu ($33) – Available Monday through Thursday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., enjoy a full Italian feast with starter, entrée, and dessert.

Dine, sip, and beat the heat—Italian style. View the full summer lineup at theitaliandaughter.com.

Photo provided by Grimaldi’s Pizzeria.

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria

Location: (6 locations across Valley)

With six locations across the Valley, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is serving up sizzling summer specials perfect for pizza and wine lovers. Stoking Social Hour is back daily from 3–5 p.m., featuring $10 signature cocktails, $3 off starters and salads, $2 off beer, spritzes, mocktails, wine, and sangria, plus $10 off bottles of wine. Wine lovers can also enjoy Tasting Tuesdays with half-off glasses, carafes, and bottles of wine all day long. Make the most of summer with great food, drinks, and unbeatable deals. Learn more at grimaldispizzeria.com/specials.

Patricia’s Pizza

Location: 32607 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 107, Scottsdale, AZ 85266

Make the most of your summer with unbeatable deals at Patricia’s Pizza! Whether you’re craving a midday bite or planning a fun night out, there’s something for everyone:

  • $5 Martini Mondays – Kick off your week with Classic, Cosmo, or Lemon Drop martinis.
  • $28 Bottle + a Board Thursdays – Grab a select bottle and your choice of Pepperoni Pizza, Margherita Pizza, or a Bruschetta Board to share.
  • 3-Course Restaurant Week Meal ($33) – Available Monday through Thursday all summer long, enjoy a starter (Caesar, Mixed Green Salad, or Meatballs), a main like Lasagna, Eggplant Parm, or a Neapolitan Pizza, and finish with Tiramisu or Cannoli.
  • $10 Happy Hour Bites – From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Sept. 15, enjoy Italian Wedges, Arancini, Glazed Shrimp, Meatballs, Garlic Parm Fries, and more for only $10.
  • Aperitivo Hour ($20 per person) – Daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., escape to Italy with an Italian spritz or aperitivo and traditional small bites.

 Don’t miss these flavorful ways to summer like an Italian in the Valley! To learn more, please visit https://www.patriciaspizzaaz.com/.

Social Tap Scottsdale

Location: 4312 N Brown Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Cool off this summer with daily food and drink happy hour specials that deliver serious flavor and value. Enjoy $4 tacos, $6 loaded potato rounds, $7 truffle fries, and fan favorites like $8 sliders or wings with five crave-worthy sauces. Craving more? Dig into $10 calamari, crispy chicken tenders, or the popular brussels & bacon. Pair it with $5 draft beers, $6 house wine or slushies, or a $7 well cocktail of your choice. What sets them apart? A scratch-made menu (no freezers here), a warm and welcoming vibe, and a local focus that makes everyone feel at home, from business meetups to game-day crowds.

Photo provided by Puttshack.

Puttshack 

Location: Scottsdale Quarter

Looking for a cool way to beat the heat without breaking the bank? Puttshack Scottsdale is offering unlimited rounds of its high-tech mini golf every Sunday for one flat price starting at $15 for juniors. It’s the perfect indoor escape for families, date nights, or friend groups looking for fun and value all summer long. For more information visit www.puttshack.com!

Uptown Alley

Location: 13525 N Litchfield Rd, Surprise, AZ 85379

As temperatures rise in the Valley, families and friends are searching for ways to stay cool and entertained, and Uptown Alley in Surprise has just raised the bar. After a $6.5 million renovation, the 60,000-square-foot indoor entertainment destination is rolling out fresh summer specials to complement its all-new high-tech attractions. From now through August 29, Monday–Friday from open to 4 p.m., enjoy all-new daytime play packages including:

Summer Starter Deal – $19/person
Includes 1.5 hours of bowling (with shoes) and unlimited arcade play (non-redemption games).

Sunshine Plus Deal – $29/person
Choose 3 of the following:

·       1.5 hours of bowling (with shoes)

·       1 game of Hologate and 1 game of Limitless VR

·       Unlimited arcade play (non-redemption)

·       $20 arcade game card

·       18 holes of Lucky Putt mini golf

Ultimate Summer Deal – $39/person
Choose 4 of the above for a fully loaded day of fun!

Optional Food Upgrades (40% savings)

·       $7 combo: Choose a personal pizza, hotdog, or chicken tenders + cookie + soft drink

·       $19 combo: 16″ single topping pizza + 4 soft drinks

Recreo Cantina Chandler

Location: 28 S. San Marcos Pl., Chandler, AZ 85225

As temperatures climb in the Valley, Downtown Chandler’s locally-owned Mexican-modern hotspot Recreo Cantina is satisfying the season with a refreshing new summer menu, all-day happy hour deals and a fresh slate of daily dine-in specials. From Monday to Friday until 6 p.m., and all day Sunday, guests can enjoy 25% off appetizers, $6 Mi Casa Margaritas and $5 draft beers. The savings don’t stop there. Grab your friends and family and visit on Mondays to enjoy $10 off all margarita pitchers, Tuesdays for $4 select tacos, Thursdays for half-price select tequilas, Saturdays for house-crafted sangria at $6 per glass or $20 per pitcher, and Sundays for nonstop happy hour specials. recreoaz.com.

Tipsy Egg Chandler

Location: 1 E. Boston St., Chandler, AZ 85225

Start summer mornings in the heart of Downtown Chandler at Tipsy Egg, a locally owned favorite serving up creative breakfast, brunch and lunch with fresh seasonal specials and a brand-new summer menu. Getting an early start to beat the Arizona heat? Stop by for Early Bird specials available Monday through Friday from open until 10 a.m. Enjoy the Tipsy Breakfast, featuring two eggs any style, your choice of bacon or sausage, one side, toast, and coffee or tea, all for just $12. Beyond brunch, Tipsy Egg is known for its handcrafted boozy breakfast cocktails and is spotlighting its signature Silky Sunrise throughout June. This refreshing cocktail mixes Aperol, mango, pineapple and passionfruit for a perfect summer sip. Whether you’re grabbing a quick morning bite or relaxing over lunch, Tipsy Egg’s summer menu, specials and scratch-made baked goods are a must-try for those visiting Downtown Chandler. tipsyeggchandler.com.

Photo provided by The Uncommon Chandler.

The Uncommon Chandler

Location: 1 E. Boston St., Chandler, AZ 85225

Searching for fun things to do in the East Valley when the sun goes down? Try Downtown Chandler, where The Uncommon just launched an exciting new lineup of summer programming, offering fresh activities alongside can’t-beat food and drink specials nearly every night of the week. Every Wednesday from 8 to 11 p.m., Whiskey & Western Wednesdays bring high-energy country vibes, themed decor and rotating live music on the first and third Wednesdays of the month, complete with specials like $9 wings, $6 beer cans and $7 Jack and Cokes. Fridays feature Live at The Uncommon, a weekly live music series from 9 p.m. to midnight showcasing local bands across genres, paired with a brand-new late-night menu of craveable eats like Gringo tacos, wagyu burgers and bold-flavored wings. And on Sundays, hospitality staff and night owls alike can unwind at Off the Clock, a weekly Industry Night from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. with free pool, live DJs and late-night bites, all designed as a no-cover, judgment-free space to relax and recharge. For weekly lineups and summer event details, visit uncommonchandler.com.

Sushi Brokers Arcadia 

Location: 4419 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85018

Enjoy fresh flavors this summer at Sushi Brokers Arcadia like the Broker’s Tuna Stack, with tuna, avocado, mango, jalapeño, and red onion over sushi rice with wonton chips, or the Mr. Brightside Nigiri, salmon topped with roasted jalapeños, avocado, and tataki sauce. Pair your meal with a Sippin’ on Summer special: a $6.50 bartender’s choice shot or a $20 build-your-own Sake Flight. For more information, visit sushibrokersarcadia.com

Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill

Location: Scottsdale (9397 E Shea Blvd #115) and Cave Creek (29260 N Tatum Blvd Suite A-7)

Soak up the summer vibes at Salt + Lime and its incredible happy hour deals available Monday through Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. and all day Sundays. Each day brings a fresh reason to celebrate, including $7 select house margaritas on Margarita Mondays, $2 off tacos on Taco Tuesdays, select wine deals on Wine Wednesdays, discounts on tequila drinks on Thirsty Thursdays, drink pitcher specials on Pitcher Fridays and select deals for the girls on Senorita Saturdays. Whether you’re craving a cool, refreshing drink or top modern Mexican cuisine, Salt + Lime is a go-to summer escape. saltandlimeaz.com.

Pedal Haus Brewery

Location: Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, Chandler and Mesa

Summer is in full swing at Pedal Haus Brewery with its fresh dishes, cold pours and a happy hour worth planning around. The summer menu is rolling out at each location with some refreshing items like Grilled Shrimp & Street Corn Tacos, Watermelon & Strawberry Salad, Chicken Pesto Sandwich and more. Pair the bites with the brewery’s happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 pm with select deals on grubs, $2 off select Haus beers and steins, $5 well drinks and $6 Haus margs and wine and the award-winning Day Drinker Light Lager for just $4. With spacious patios, shaded seating and all-day misters to keep things cool, Pedal Haus is the ultimate summer hangout. pedalhausbrewery.com.