Casey Moore's Oyster House

Casey Moore's Oyster House occupies a house that was built in 1910 and lived in for decades by William and Mary Moeur, who were prominent in early Tempe. The home was renovated and turned into a restaurant in 1973, sold again in 1986 and has been Casey Moore's ever since. It stands at 850 S Ash Avenue, less than a mile from Arizona State University's Tempe campus.

A haunted reputation

Ghost stories go back decades here. According to the restaurant's lore, William and Mary have both been seen, sometimes dancing in the upstairs bedroom. Whether or not you believe it, the old house gives the stories a natural setting.

What to eat and drink

Despite the name, the menu is broad: hot wings, steaming French onion soup, salads, sandwiches, pasta and entrées. Oysters are the namesake, with oyster shooters, fried oysters by the half dozen or dozen and Oysters Rockefeller, and the menu also lists crab cakes, fish and chips and tacos. The French onion soup is a favorite of regulars.

Patio and happy hour

The patio is where many people end up, for socializing, lawn games and a drink. Happy hour runs 3 to 7 PM Monday through Friday and 11 AM to 4 PM on weekends.

Common Questions

When was the building constructed?
1910, as a home for William and Mary Moeur.

When did it become a restaurant?
It was converted in 1973 and has been Casey Moore's since 1986.

Is it really haunted?
The restaurant has ghost stories that go back decades, centered on its original owners.

What are the happy hour times?
3 to 7 PM Monday through Friday, and 11 AM to 4 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

How can I check dining hours?
Call (480) 968-9935.