Sam’s Tavern took on the identity of its blue-collar patrons with a hunger for sports and entertainment, as well as good food to fill a hearty appetite. On the local level, Sam’s Tavern became extremely popular and became recognized as the convenient neighborhood “hang out.”

When Famous Sam’s Sports Grill was first franchised, the new locations were modeled after the original, a neighborhood sports bar that serves food. Most of these units were built into strip shopping center locations. As the concept moved to Phoenix, it took on a slightly brighter look and focused more on food. Our newest stores are most commonly freestanding restaurants that provide a warmer atmosphere for family dining as well as a fun environment for those sports bar enthusiasts.

Currently, there are 27 Famous Sam’s locations throughout the State of Arizona in cities such as Phoenix, Gilbert, Tucson and Sierra Vista, to name a few.

Famous Sam’s Sports Grill, falls into a contemporary restaurant industry term called “Eatertainment.” We offer our customers reasonably priced casual dining featuring “overstuffed/oversized” sandwiches and a full bar. Included on the menu are food items with a focus on appetizers, sandwiches, soups and salads in the medium price range. Pastrami, chicken, burgers and other deli-style sandwiches are our signature items.

We combine both food and entertainment in a single venue for our customers. Our basic philosophy is the opposite from the majority of the restaurant industry. Our focus is on keeping the customer in the restaurant as long as possible, not quick table turns, by offering them things to do in a comfortable social atmosphere.