Our search for the best burgers in Phoenix brought us to Arizona Wilderness Brewing. We visited on a Friday around 6:00 PM; the place was hopping, and the atmosphere was great with basketball playing on several TVs. We were greeted and seated immediately. We started with a beer and the cauliflower appetizer--both were amazing! Just a heads-up: the cauliflower is a little spicy, but totally addictive. Our burgers arrived quickly. The onion rings and duck fat fries were on point with unique seasoning, and the homemade ketchup and pickles were a welcome surprise. We tried the PB&J burger, which was both creative and delicious. Overall, it was a fun "dinner adventure," and we will definitely be back! read more

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We visited on a late Saturday afternoon, and were seated quickly on the patio. Surprised as the bar area both inside and the patio that is in the rear off the parking lot were full. Very nicely decorated with their theme. The street view seating was shaded and the misters were on which kept it cool. Street traffic was a bit loud but not too bad, the front parking buffered the noise. Our server greeted us quickly and was jam packed with suggestions of comparable commercial beers to their brand of beers. Not going to lie, their brand is delicious and actually a bit better than the commercial brand We had their Dead out & Dont F it up. Dead out is a must try, I'm not in any way a dark ale person but this was by far more tasty than the Don't f it up. However both were wonderful. The food is not a reason to go. We both had tacos and shared onion rings. The meat was cooked perfectly but the sauce was less palatable, flavors were too overpowering and drenched sauce. It killed the flavor of the meat itself. When mentioned it to the server, she simply shrugged and stated they do have "heat", I said that it was too much on there, lifted a piece with my fork and it was dripping, covered. Heat was not the issue, too much was. The sauce itself was tasty, but took away from the dish. Had it been on a chip of a fry dipped into it would have been better. Duly noted, next ask for it on the side, let the meat itself shine through. Lastly, the onion ring were truly disappointing. Arrived a very cool room temperature. They arrived few minutes after the tacos, and after reminding the server as we had ordered them. Almost felt as if they were ready on time by the kitchen staff, she was purely overwhelmed and simply, forgot. Small portion and my opinion not an option on my future visit again. Soggy and very greasy, perhaps would have been better if served hot and on time. Worth a visit, may go again. Maybe. Definitely go for the extensive list of brews, here is where they shine. read more

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Overall a 3.5/5, but rounding up because Arizona Wilderness Brewing does stand out for its commitment to locally sourced ingredients and sustainability. There are so many breweries and pubs around here that there's pretty tough competition. As other reviewers have stated, their duck fat fries are great! So crispy and the herbs really elevate it. They can be a little heavy handed with the salt to the point where you may see salt piles on your fries, but at least the salt granules are larger and can be easily swept off. Although their fries are great on their own, they unfortunately struggle to strand up when loaded. I'm not sure how they do it, but we've been to places where fries can remain crispy even when loaded with toppings. Their poutine is still tasty though if you don't mind your fries soggy. Their burgers have great beefy flavor, but after trying a few of their burger options, my partner and I also feel that some other places do their unique burger stylings a bit better. A lot of the toppings overwhelm rather than contribute to the overall burger. There's plenty of searing both indoors and out. You have bar top, high table, and regular table style seating for indoors. There's plenty of 4 person tables outdoors under shade and also with misters on if it's hot out. Indoor seating offers plenty of viewing for sports. Service is also pleasant. Due to how they source their ingredients, the overall menu is on the pricier side. Although my partner and I prefer other breweries more, we do think it's still worth it to try visiting Arizona Wilderness Brewing at least once. read more

I always enjoy AZ Wilderness. The nachos with their hot sauce is my new fave and perfect with the margarita! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - The nachos are so good! - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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They're known for their beer and burgers. And on those, they delivered! I enjoyed the darker beers, the amber, and their award winning light beer. The service was very kind and quick, even on a Saturday. They have plenty of porch seating as well if you like that. I got the Oklazona Burger (I think is how you spell it) and it was utterly amazing. Juicy, spicy, soft, and perfect. One of my favorite burgers. The tacos didn't fair as well though, with the fish being the only liked flavor and the other three (carne asada, pork, and avocado/veggie) not being big hits. I still highly recommend the burgers though and will definitely be back to enjoy them more often! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Oklazona Burger - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Excellent food and cocktails with Gen Z service. Not a dis but feels dead on. It was loud near the bar but not so you couldn't talk across the table. The burgers were delish. It's a very thin smash burger so maybe get the double. The single was plenty for me. And I tried the beet salad which I passionately love beets so it was great to find. Tried the fries too which . Over all I think it was an amazing experience read more

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It's been quite a few years since I was last here, but boy was it as delicious as I remembered. The Wicked Chicken sandwich I got was really flavorful with the sauce they add, the bacon was crispy, and the chicken was tender and moist too. The duck fat fries are classic and rich without being heavy. I love how refreshing their dessert blossom tea is and great as an Arnold Palmer. I highly recommend coming here. Our server was friendly and checked in on us often. The brewhouse vibes and outdoor seating is a great casual spot to meet with friends or coworkers. read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Wicked chicken sandwich - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Arizona Wilderness has been my favorite AZ brewery for probably a decade now. Love their flagship beer, Refuge IPA. My seasonal favorites include March for Orange session IPA (brewed in support of the Multiple Sclerosis Society) and Dreamsicle double IPA. They're always experimenting and releasing new beers as well. They usually have a few cocktail options. Right now for January 2026, they also have a variety of zero proof cocktails. In addition to delicious drinks, they make really good food. Their PB&J burger is really popular, though I personally have not tried it. I love their chicken fingers and duck fat fries. Always get the duck fat fries. What I come back for the most is the Base Layer Burrito, add egg +$2. Make sure to ask for a side of their house-made hot sauce - it's spicy but so worth the little bit of sweat. They source local ingredients as much as possible. The food and drink quality has been consistent, and the service is great. There is patio seating in the front and the back, and indoor seating in the taproom and main dining room, as well as bar seating with a few TVs. They have a second location on Roosevelt Row in downtown Phoenix, and recently a third location on McDowell Miracle Mile. The menu is different at MM, and I can't wait to check it out. read more

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Great spot for a burger and a beer! Enjoyed the smash burger, the grilled onions were super sweet, I would not have them if I had known..(takes away from the beef flavor i.m.o.) Service was great and definitely enjoyable bite out. read more

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12/11/2first Visit. Location 5/5 Located in the beautiful downtown Gilbert Entertainment and eatery district. See my collection for Downtown Gilbert! Parking 5/5 Today I cheated and caught a ride in our carpool Van. Arrived noonish and Rooster found parking out front. Atmosphere 5/5 Cool casual open spaces concept, darker country sports bar feel with lots of room for patrons. The entry front patio space was dog friendly and active. Dog owners meet-up! We were seated on the outdoor covered back patio which is perfect for large groups. We had -25 in our group today. Service 5/5 I hope to get our servers name and update, she was a champ working us solo and did an amazing job from drinks through orders and timely food delivery. Prefect personality for this. Again thank/you from all of us! Food 5/5 The menu was fun to explore, I was pleased to we were at a scratch kitchen which incorporates fresh sourced ingredients and grass fed beef. Lots of unique chief inspired nuanced ingredients parings. My Burger was no exception. Excellent craft burger! The duck/fat fries were delicious as well. Expertly seasoned with a healthier fat for cooking. Everyone enjoyed their food. Come see and enjoy many different spaces to try your delicious meal with thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Eat well my friends-SYOY! read more

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I hate writing negative reviews. My boyfriend and I come here at least once a month since he loves the chicken and waffles and I love the PB&J burger. The two stars are for the service. This only happens when we go with Latinos. The last 3 times we went with Latinos the service has been terrible, so much that my boyfriend pointed it out it's only when we come with Latinos. Even when it's not busy, we have to find our server and request to order, once we didn't get napkins, and silverware even though we asked twice. The food comes out great. It's just like we get ignored. And it's not like we order difficult things or we are rude. We still tip good because I've worked in the industry. But I think maybe the staff needs inclusive training because any other time we have good service. read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Came here for lunch a few days ago and it was my first visit. We sat at the awkward end of the bar and Riley was our server. She was very sweet and recommended a few of the popular burgers, as well as what they're known for, their PB&J burger. So, that's what I ordered (always gotta go for a good "known for"). Unfortunately, there was BARLEY a whisper of peanut butter. It was a literally a burger patty, with really good bacon and a smidgen of jalapeño jelly. Very disappointing to say the least. However, I am still rating this a four stars, because our server, Riley, was great, my boyfriend liked his smash burger and the fries were a delight, but....if you have a PB&J burger, it would help if it actually had some PB. read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - PB&J burger - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Tasty beer and really good burgers! I dined here a couple of days ago with a group of friends and really enjoyed the experience. The staff was very friendly and the food was outstanding. They had a lovely pilsner, which I really liked, and I opted for the chicken sandwich on sourdough, which was really a treat. I'm a big fan of the Arizona wilderness, and equally a fan of the namesake brewery/restaurant! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Pilsner. Cold and perfect - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Met friends for lunch. Place had nice open seating inside and out. We chose inside because it was a little breezy. Three bad burgers and one bad chicken sandwich. Burgers were big, cooked to order, but bun was excessively large and hard to manage. Same was true for chicken sandwich, the Sorono , a grilled breast with shoe string onion rings as a topping. Wait staff was very attentive. Food was average. There are better choices in the area. read more

I stopped in with hopes of having some Octoberfest grub. They delivered. The Schnitzel was tasty, nice breading. My only gripe, it was kinda tough. Cooked about 2-3 minutes per side too long. The mushroom gravy was good, and I'm not a mushroom eater at all. Kicked the chicks off to the side. I had a beer flight as well. I was on my motorbike so I didn't finish all of the beers but they were good brews. My first time at this or any of the Wilderness spots. I'd fldef return. read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Pork Schnitzel with delicious taters. - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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I actually swung by this spot back in 2023 and when I wasn't pregnant again so I was still on my beer kick! Moving from the Seattle area where I really got heavily into beer tastings, this brewery definitely hit the spot for me. I had one of their Hazy IPA's on tap and it was the right amount of hazy for me for sure. Also ordered their pulled pork poutine fries and it went so well with my beer. The service was also extremely friendly. I'll have to swing by again in a year or so after I'm done being a cow for my youngest baby. ;) read more

I really enjoy a craft brewery. There's nothing better than trying a bunch of different brews. This place was awesome. It had a great vibes to it. The bartender was very friendly and knowledgeable. We sat at the bar counter area, and hung out for like an hour and a half. I tried a total of 3 beers. Each one was unique and delicious. I had 2 different IPAs and 1 sour. IPAs are my favorite type of beer, and these were brewed perfectly. They had nice flavors and just hit the spot. The sour was a great one as well. This was definitely a chill place to hangout and enjoy some beers. read more

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I found this brewing company on accident while looking for a place to spend a few hours while waiting for my son. The location is the flagship/original location for the Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company and is quite large, with multiple seating areas and concepts onsite. My wife and I sat in the rear outdoor patio section. It was a warmish January afternoon and the picnic tables and classic rock made the afternoon (with a couple of $8 Refuge IPA's (16oz)) fly by. This is an outstanding place and if/when I return to the Gilbert/Mesa area (this spot seems to be in the border of both communities), I will definitely stop here again. Oh.... Parking seemed tight, but it circles rhe building and I located a few spots on the "storage" side of the brewing company. read more

I love everything about this place! Food, amazing. Staff, lovely. The outside space and such a good vibe

The food was super good and the service was really good. It got kind of hot on the patio but it wasn't too bad. read more

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The Oklazona burger just might be the best burger I've ever had. The bun in particular was fantastic. Fries were great too and both of our servers were very friendly. Very nice patio as well. Just an all around 12/10! read more

Man I love this place! It's always such a great relaxing time, even when they are very busy. I love the beers here! There is so much variety that you can easily find something you'll enjoy. The food at this location is amazing as well! You can tell everything is made from scratch and it's all so fresh tasting! I'm constantly thinking about this place and how good the beer and food is! I highly recommend this place!! read more

This place is fantastic, great pub food, nice casual atmosphere, friendly service, everything is perfect! I've been there a few times before over the years, it's still the best. It is pub food but they do source fresh healthy and local produce for all their dishes. Anyway, very highly recommended in absolutely every single way!!! read more

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Seven years later, this place still holds up. The service here is always great. They take good care of you and our food came out fast and was so hot and fresh. My favorite is the Wilderfries that came with my burger: fried in duck fat and seasoned with rosemary and thyme. Crispy, hot and fantastic. I also ordered the single patty smash burger. They serve it on a toasted Noble Portuguese bun which elevates things, and the flavor of the beef is great coupled with beer mustard, Colby cheese and Americana sauce. (Pickles and onions) I think I prefer the AZ Wilderness burger overall which is just their classic burger but this one was still enjoyable. This time of year it's nice to sit out on the patio to enjoy your meal. read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Single Patty Smash Burger and Wilderfries - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

The food is always amazing! Love the rosemary fries and the PB&J burger is UNMATCHED. Never had a PBJ burger as good! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Visited today for the first time and had to try the PB & J burger. I started off with a beer flight from their impressive collection. All 5 beers were very good with the Every Day is Earth day being a stand out. So on to the main event. The onion rings are amazing. The sriracha maple ketchup was the best dipping sauce I have ever had with onion rings! You must order these onion rings. On to the PB&J burger. Don't be fooled by the name, these flavors are not what you think and they pair together great. I would highly recommend you give it a try. Jacque the bartender/server was amazing and all of her recommendations were spot on. I did not expect to give a five star review to a burger joint but Arizona Wilderness earned it today! Give it a try and you will not be disappointed. "FIMP" Food is my Passion read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Beer flight - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Hidden gem in Gilbert! This is one of those places that's just a solid go-to for great beer and good food. The servers are super friendly, and the brewery itself has such an open, welcoming vibe. It's perfect for those beautiful Spring and Fall Arizona days when you can relax and enjoy their patio. Definitely worth checking out! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

First time here. Food and service were spot on. Locally sourced meats and other organic ingredients. Beer was delish too. Casual ambiance. read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - AZ Hot Chicken - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Bring your family, eat and relax First of all, get the duck fat fries. Then, sit back and enjoy with great food and a laid back atmosphere. The patio is dog friendly. Kids of all ages are welcome. The staff is friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is open, and the game is on the tv. read more

Great lively atmosphere. The waitress was great and helpful. I tried the artichoke dip it was very tasty with a bit of tang. Wednesdays are halo price wings. The wilderness burger was mouthwatering, so was the AZ hot chicken mouthwatering and juicy read more

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My go-to place when I'm in the mood for a spot to hang and want good food! There was a wait for a regular table so we ended up sitting in the tap room area and were able to get full food and beer service! I had the Jitterbug Perfume sour which was a beautiful maroon shade as it contains beets! As for the food we shared the elote dip, Wicked Chicken Sandwhich, and tacos (Al a carte). You really can't go wrong-- everything was amazing! It was a busy Saturday evening so service in the tap room was a bit slower, but we didn't mind as we weren't in a rush. read more

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I haven't visited AZ Wilderness for at least 8 years (maybe 10?!). This visit made me want to go there more often now. I can't even imagine what I've missed out on all these years! Besides the usual alcohol beverages, the taco Tuesday deal was perfect for this meetup. We each ordered 3 different kinds and the server offered to split one of each kind to our plates! What a special touch of service!! I was starving, so I took a picture with my eyes lol! Oh, beware of the sauce on the side if you cannot handle spicy food. It added an extra kick to my tacos and even I who loves spicy food was struggling a little bit. The atmosphere was perfect for the occasion. My party and I had a great time laughing and banging tables while sharing jokes and nobody cared! They are also dog friendly and will seat you at the lovely patio if needed. Until next time, AZ Wilderness. I see you! read more

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AWB is a cool place. Definitely has the Cali/hipster vibe. Was not a huge fan of the beers but the West Clear was good. I had the burger of the month which was very good. Bartender was very friendly and did her job very well. read more

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Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company never disappoints! I had the Steakhouse burger and James had the Oklazona burger with fries -- both were absolutely amazing. The flavors are always on point, the ingredients taste fresh, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. We paired it with a couple of beers, and everything was top-notch as usual. What really stood out this time was the service. They needed a little extra space and kindly asked us to move over a table -- and then comped our beers for the inconvenience. Who does that these days?! Totally unexpected and so appreciated. Consistently amazing food, great service, and just an all-around awesome American vibe. We'll definitely keep coming back! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Delicious tacos were consumed here along with great beers! Kasey provided great service that was friendly and engaging. Ambience is great with two outdoor patios, interior seating and a great bar with TV screens all over the place. Will definitely be back to try their burgers when I'm more hungry next time I'm in the area. Thank read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Los tacos one chicken one carnitas - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Dropped in for a random weeknight dinner. Lots of parking, seated promptly, and plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. We were those people who brought kids to a bar, but love that it's kid-friendly and the staff are all so welcoming. The nacho starter is huge! Fed our party of six with plenty leftover. Everyone ordered a different burger and they all loved it. I had the Cobb Salad and it was amazing! Definitely exceeded my expectations and may actually be one of the best Cobb salads I've had! Beer selection did not disappoint and the adults all had different ones, which were perfect for a hot day. Brought my sister who was visiting from out-of-state and she loved it too, perfect intro to AZ hospitality! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Sonoran White Wheat Cobb Salad - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

This is the best brewery on the west side of the United States. The food is just as awesome love their tacos, and the duck fat fries are amazing! Been coming here since the opening of the brewery and so happy to see their growth! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

I was disappointed with my visit to Wilderness Brew Pub in Gilbert. I ordered the Downtowner -- guac, pepper jack, lettuce and tomato, onion straws, and chipotle ranch -- and the burger itself was the biggest issue. The patty was shaped into one dense lump in the center of the bun, which made it look like a bigger burger than it actually was. Because all the meat was concentrated in the middle, the sandwich was awkward to eat and half the bun ended up untouched. The flavors were fine, but the execution really missed the mark. On top of that, service was noticeably slow, which didn't help the overall experience. I finished the meal, but it wasn't something I'd order again. read more

We came here for a dinner and drinks on a Friday night and it was poppin! I was worried we were going to have to sit outside in this heat, but luckily got a table inside. We shared the Elote Dip and Wicked Chicken sandwich. The sandwich was wicked spicy, I ended up taking out the roasted jalapeños! The elote dip was okay this time, it didn't hit like before. I'll have to try another app next time! read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - half a Wicked Chicken sandwich - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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We were glad this place was open after driving for hours to get to AZ. The service was fantastic and the beer great! Best thing was seeing a replica of the water tower in Gilbert, which was right outside what used to be my home in downtown. The reason I wouldn't return though was the food - my burger and fries were just okay. read more

Arizona Wilderness Brewing - The Elote and Downtown burgers with fries - Breweries Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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