Mother Bunch Brewing

Got a hot date or want a classier night out with friends? Head to one of the most popular wine bars in the Valley, which has five other Arizona locations. On Mondays and Tuesdays, after 8 p.m., pay $20 for a bottle of wine and a bruschetta plank — plenty for two people. Happy hour is from open to 5 p.m. daily.

Details: 615 S. College Ave., Tempe. 480-927-1111, postinowinecafe.com.

Four Peaks Brewing Company

Over the past few years, central Phoenix, especially around the downtown area, has experienced a boom of distinct restaurants with well-executed food and drink menus.

You don’t need to be 21 to enjoy this brew pub at Seventh and Garfield streets — the food is as delicious as the beer. We recommend the vegetable pate, gougeres (savory French pastries stuffed with cheese), Phoenix French dip sandwich and Seventh Street Sliders. Those who are of age can sip on a rotating signature brew such as the Cherry Popper Porter and the Saison de Peche, made with Schnepf Farms peaches.

Details: 825 N. Seventh St., Phoenix. 602-3683580, motherbunch brew.com.

Chico Malo

Make sure to try Justin Piazza’s downtown pizzeria, known for it Neapolitan-style pizzas. Look for the Bianca, topped with housemade mozzarella, ricotta, garlic, basil and Sicilian oregano; and the Salciccia e Friarielle, topped with smoked mozzarella di bufala, Schreiner’s sausage and rapini. The pizza here meets the quality standards of Italian trade association Napoletana Verace Pizza, making them VPN-certified.

Details: Phoenix. 1 N. First St., 602-795-7116,