20 NEW TIMES SPRING TRAINING GUIDE FEB 22ND-FEB 28TH, 2024 • PRESENTED BY CORONA PREMIER, TITO'S HANDMADE VODKA & MILAGRO TEQUILA seriously spicy option, try the rajas quesadilla, made with creamy cheese and strips of roasted poblano peppers. Cool off with a cold beer just across the street at 12 West Brewing, a large multilevel beer hall and patio serving up craft brews, cocktails and classic gastropub plates. República Empanada 204 E. First Ave., Mesa Tacos Chiwas 127 W. Main St., Mesa 12 West Brewing 12 W. Main St., Mesa Salt River Fields Arizona Diamondbacks, Colorado Rockies Salt River Fields is easily one of the best, most affordable Cactus League spring training stadiums, and with its relative proximity to downtown Scottsdale, there’s really no shortage of options for eating and drinking before and after the game. However, if you’re looking to stick really close to the park, try Butters Pancakes & Cafe for breakfast or lunch. This popular morning spot, less than 2 miles from the ballpark, serves some of the best breakfast in town, including pancakes, eggs and fresh- squeezed orange juice that might just change your life. In the same shopping complex, you’ll also find Grassroots Kitchen, a casual New American restaurant that’s a great spot for a burger, sandwich, salad or beer. But if you’re looking for a more sports-friendly vibe, head up the street to Zipps Sports Grill. This local chain of sports bars is known for its neighborhood feel and golden wings (they put a little honey in the hot sauce). The bar has tons of TV screens, shuffle- board and Golden Tee, so you can get your game on before you head to the park. Butters Pancakes & Cafe 8300 N. Hayden Road, Suite F104, Scottsdale Grassroots Kitchen 8120 N. Hayden Road, Suite E100, Scottsdale Zipps Sports Grill 8380 E. Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale Scottsdale Stadium San Francisco Giants If you read “spring training” and think “a good reason to day drink,” then Scottsdale Stadium is definitely your scene. Found in Old Town Scottsdale, the Giants’ spring training stadium is the best place to party while also watching a game. You can’t throw a rock without hitting a bar or restaurant in this part of town, but for The wings at Zipp’s Sports Grill. (Photo by Jacob Tyler Dunn)
