Everyone Goes Nuts For The Hamburgers At This Nostalgic Eatery In Arizona
By Monica Spencer|Published July 04, 2017
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Monica Spencer
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Monica is a Diné (Navajo) freelance writer and photographer based in the Southwest. Born in Gallup and raised in Phoenix, she is Tódich'ii'nii (Bitter Water People) and Tsi'naajinii (Black Streak Wood People). Monica is a staff writer for Only In Your State, photo editor for The Mesa Legend, and previously a staff writer for The Navajo Post. You can reach her at monica.d.spencer@gmail.com.
Arizona has a long list of mighty fine restaurants that serve delicious meals in a wide array of cuisines. Among those are restaurants where you can find hot, juicy burgers and fries that are cooked to just the perfect level of crispness. Throw in a touch of nostalgia from your youth and you have the perfect burger restaurant! One of the places that tops the list for us is The Chuckbox in Tempe.
Located right across the street from Arizona State University’s main campus, this restaurant looks like it could be a remnant from the university’s early days when it was known as the Territorial Normal School.
It may not be quite that old but The Chuckbox has been serving delicious burgers since 1972, effectively feeding generations of students, faculty, and locals. Even the interior looks like little has changed over the years.
Speaking of those burgers, they are cooked over mesquite charcoal until medium and the cheese melts into a deliciously gooey consistency. Get ready for a smoky burger!
This is what you’ll walk away with: flame-kissed perfection on a plate. The Chuckbox offers a menu of 10 different burgers, most for less than $6, plus options for a chicken sandwich, hot dog, or chicken strips.
Don’t forget to balance out your meal with a tasty side! Fries, onion rings, and beer battered zucchini are just a few options. And wash it down with some house-made root beer from a tap!
The Chuckbox is located at 202 East University Drive in Tempe. You can find details about their menu and hours of operation by visiting their website or Facebook page.