10 restaurants you can BYOB in the Phoenix area (2023)

You know that decade-old bottle of wine you saved for an absolutely perfect occasion? Well, how nice would it be to enjoy it with a professionally prepared meal, served on plates you don't have to wash? Yes, we are talking about restaurants where guests can bring their own bottles of wine and beer, and these are not fantasies.

Here in the Phoenix area, waiters at cozy Italian restaurants, pho joints, and elegant bistros wait to crack open the wine you bought on that Italian vacation and serve it alongside world-class cuisine. Well, before you get too excited, there are a few rules when it comes to BYOB restaurants.

"bring your own bottle“Facilities are typically small restaurants or other commercial establishments that have an unlicensed facility license, as explained byR19-1-324, Rules to exempt an unlicensed business. Small restaurants typically have a maximum occupancy of 50 diners, and possession or consumption of alcohol is limited between noon and 10 p.m. m. Other business establishments that hold the license for unlicensed premises may have an occupancy of 300 people or less and may allow the consumption of alcoholic beverages between the hours of 4:00 p.m. m. and 4:00 p.m. m. and 2 a.m.

Here are 10 restaurants in the Phoenix area where you can bring your own bottle.

This little European cafe covers the world.A touch of European coffeeIt's one of those cozy restaurants that has been serving lunch and dinner since 2003, and it's BYOB. There are salads, gourmet sandwiches, homemade soups, and Polish dishes in the form of pierogis, stuffed cabbage, hunter's stew, kielbasa, and more. For dessert, think cheese blintzes, cakes and cookies, brownies, and caramel ciders. With what wine or beer to accompany all this, you ask? That depends on you.

Located in Wilshire Plaza, just south of Scottsdale and Thomas Roads,Atlas-Bistrois an intimate dining room offering a daily prix-fixe menu of upscale American fare. Since 2002, Atlas Bistro has been called Arizona's Premier BYOB. Restaurant”, and the staff encourages guests to bring their best bottle of wine or craft beer to enjoy with dinner. If you're in a hurry to make your reservation and left your favorite wine at home, Atlas is also next door to the AZ Wine Company store. Restaurant corkage is $8 for a split bottle, $15 for a single bottle, and $25 for full bottles.

Founded in 2013 by the Armetta family,Basil and Garlic BistroIt's a neighborhood restaurant that serves Italian specialties like pizza, calzones, pasta, and sandwiches. Located in North Scottsdale in southern Italy, this restaurant offers a bright dining room, takeout, a large patio, and a $5 corkage fee for a six-pack of beer or a bottle of wine. And even if you don't have a bottle at home, there's a nice selection of wine just a few doors down from the Convenience Corner Market Deli.

HowevercycleLocated in a nondescript strip mall like many other Valley restaurants, its dining room stands out with bright orange and blue walls set against white tables and ball pendant lamps. This photogenic little spot is also BYOB: guests can bring wine or beer, and there's no corkage. Open your favorite bottle of Sauvignon Blanc during opening hoursuntil nowoSaigon bun, and soak up the atmosphere with a good buzz.

For Japanese food, a long sushi bar, and a BYOB policy, head north from the intersection of Seventh and Missouri avenues.Hana Japanese Restaurant- headed by chef Lori Hashimoto. Patrons can bring their own sake, beer or wine for a $5 corkage fee, and Hana's staff will keep it cold. , or Maguro Teriyaki.

Reathrey SekongIt is a BYOB Cambodian restaurant serving typical and not so typical Asian food. It's tucked away, which means you'll see first-timers heading back to Indian School Road between 12th and 16th streets. But the unassuming exterior and minimalist dining room offer a great selection of Cambodian dishes, including noodle soups, salads, and sandwiches, stir fry fries, barbecue and the Cambodian iteration of Pho CalledKatheaw. It's also BYOB-friendly, so wash down the pan with your favorite bottle of red wine.

Located on the southwest corner of Scottsdale and Thunderbird streets,Giuseppe restaurantit's been around since 2000, but has been enriching the Valley with classic Italian dishes since 1989. Owned by Pasquale and Rica Carotenuto, Ristorante Giuseppe is a casual BYOB restaurant where diners can pair their own wine or beer with menu items, like Giuseppe's Sub, Aubergine Parmigiana and Alessandro Special. The corkage fee in the restaurant is $5.

This North Phoenix Thai restaurant is closed on Mondays, but offers an extensive menu and BYOB privileges in its cozy and beautifully decorated dining room. The family business, the family.Room in Thai restaurantit serves tasty seafood, fried noodles, and a variety of grilled and curry dishes. Just make sure you really want more craft beer or pinot gris than one of the restaurant's sweet Thai iced teas or a coconut, honeydew or taro boba smoothie. Corkage at Sala Thai is $5 for a bottle of wine, $5 for a six-pack or $2.50 for a bottle of beer.

Located east of Mill and Southern Avenue,TC-TacosIt is a fast Mexican restaurant known for its street tacos. The restaurant is open every day from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes Menudo; inputs likemarinated chickenand fajitas; and tacos withchickpea pie, Grill,beef, and more. In addition to this menu, you can bring your own wine or beer. If you're on the go, the owner of TC Tacos also owns Valley Fair Liquors, which is right next door.

Formerly The Two Hippies Beach House, this extraordinary venue has been under the management of husband and wife team John Lichtenberg and Kalen Mehlman since 2013. Located on Camelback Road, close to the Volkswagen bus and 'Mod Podge' décor,the beach houseoffers quick Tex-Mex menu options like burritos, nachos, tacos, hot dogs and more. Also, the little restaurant is BYOB, and there is no corkage.

Editor's Note: This story was originally published on August 15, 2016. It was updated on November 20, 2019.