If you’ve been craving a serious burger fix while walking down Mill Avenue, you’re in luck. Culinary Gangster has officially set up shop in the heart of Downtown Tempe. Located on the southeast corner of Mill and Fifth Street, right beneath Varsity Tavern, this new spot is the third Arizona location for the family-run brand, according to [Mouth by Southwest](https://mouthbysouthwest.com/2026/08/31/culinary-gangster-muscles-onto-mill-avenue-in-downtown-tempe/).
Founded by the father-son duo of Ricky and Rocco Raschillo, the concept has come a long way from its origins as a Chicago food truck. Fans of their North Scottsdale and Downtown Phoenix locations will recognize the menu, which features their signature "Spicy Gangster" burger—a towering creation loaded with aged white cheddar, fried onions, and habanero sauce. If you’re looking for something lighter, they also serve up quinoa bowls, wraps, and salads. Plus, they’ve got you covered with an all-day breakfast menu that includes their popular Baja Breakfast Burrito.
Whether you need a quick lunch or a late-night bite after a night out, they have flexible hours to match the Mill Avenue energy. They are open until 2 a.m. on Thursday and Friday nights, and until 2 a.m. on Saturdays.
Full details at [Mouth by Southwest](https://mouthbysouthwest.com/2026/08/31/culinary-gangster-muscles-onto-mill-avenue-in-downtown-tempe/).
