Coffee Shops in Phoenix

Lo-Fi Coffee

105 W. Main St. Mesa

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Music Venues, Sponsor

7 articles

Trailhead Bike Shop and Cafe

6829 N. 16th St., A9 Central Phoenix

602-264-2328

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Retail, Best Of, Sponsor, Menu

Trailhead has the best concept around - part bike shop, part café, all the perfect hang. By providing good coffee, pastries and sandwiches right off of main cycling spots like Trail 100 and the Grand Canal this shop does a real service to bikers. Bike shopstend to be closed on Sundays but not Trailhead. They're there when you expect them to be whether you need a shot of caffeine or to fix a broken chain, complete with a comfy couch. The shop also leads weekly shop rides for both the road and dirt.

5 articles

1912 Coffee

1030 E. Vista Del Cerro Dr. Tempe

480-699-8070

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8th Day Coffee & Culture

828 N. 2nd St. Central Phoenix

602-376-0125

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops

1 article

Altitude Coffee Lab

8320 N. Hayden Rd. North Scottsdale

480-878-5611

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Best Of

Altitude Coffee Lab has become known for its roasts, but this cafe is more than that. The low-key interior is homey and relaxed, the perfect spot to spend an afternoon getting work done on the ivy-covered patio. Should you get hungry, Altitude offers full breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus that include dishes from all over Europe like Spanish frittata, Danish smørrebrod, and more. For aspiring musicians and poets, weekly open mic nights on the high-end shop sound system will present your work well. Should you need liquid courage before you perform, the coffee house also offers beer, wine, and a small selection of spirits. However, you shouldn't leave without trying the Gibraltar, which mixes espresso and foamed milk at temperatures lower than a cappuccino's so you can taste the amaretto and raisin notes of Altitude's espresso blend.

5 articles

Aroma Mocha Coffee

506 E. Western Ave., #103 Avondale

623-234-9181

Coffee Shops, Coffeehouse

Barista Cafe

17025 N. Scottsdale Rd. North Scottsdale

480-502-5080

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops

3 articles

Bertha's Cafe

3134 E. Indian School Rd. East Phoenix

602-955-1022

American, Bakery, Breakfast/Brunch, Brunch, Sandwiches, Coffee Shops, Recommended, Best Of, Menu, Slideshow

Whether this cute breakfast and lunch café in Phoenix is a dessert shop with an affordable savory side or a casual eatery with a sweet twist is more a question of semantics than of taste. Courtesy of Beth Goldwater (who is married to the grandson of the late five-term Arizona senator and 1964 presidential nominee), Bertha's serves up a tidy, affordable selection of simple and straightforward sandwiches and salads made with fresh ingredients and house made sauces. And thanks to a dessert case packed with homespun indulgences like thick chocolate brownies, decadent peanut butter cookies, and Goldwater's signature cheesecakes (some of the best in the Valley), a sweet ending -- or beginning -- to your meal is just a finger point away. Read our review.

16 articles

Bicycle Nomad Café

828 N. 2nd St. Central Phoenix

602-759-8169

Coffee Shops, Retail

1 article

Bikini Beans Espresso

2330 N. 7th St. Central Phoenix

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1 article

The Bistro

22721 E. Ellsworth Rd. Queen Creek

Coffee Shops, Restaurants

1 article

The Black Cat Coffee House

4730 E. Indian School Rd. East Phoenix

602-553-2228

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops

2 articles

Blue Nile Cafe

933 E. University Dr., #112 Tempe

480-377-1113

Eritrean, Ethiopian, Health, Vegetarian, Coffee Shops, Recommended, Menu

Forget impressions from heart-rending TV pleas about Ethiopia -- Tempe's Blue Nile shows that food is one of the finest things about the African nation. Vegetables and legumes abound, made luscious with slow simmering into spicy stews. Chicken, beef and shrimp shine, too, wrapped burrito-like in tangy, homemade injera bread.

4 articles

Cafe 25:35

409 E. Monroe Ave. Buckeye

623-386-2535

Coffee Shops, Restaurants

1 article

Carmel's Coffee & Bakery

4233 E. Camelback East Phoenix

480-626-0020

Bakery, Breakfast, Coffeehouse, Coffee Shops, Best Of

This Central Phoenix coffee house – located in a vintage 1940s house on Camelback Road in Arcadia – is a favorite for its warm, cozy interior, interesting artwork, and freshly brewed java (using Lux beans). But what has us returning again and again is the full menu of breakfast and lunch items. Carmel’s Coffee and Bakery does of course have classic baked goods like scones, muffins, and croissants, but it also serves omelets, open-faced tartines, breakfast burritos, classic breakfast plates with eggs and toast, sweet and savory crepes, French toast croissants with real maple syrup, and croissant sandwiches with bacon and egg. Breakfast is served all day, but lunch items like BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, mac and cheese muffins, grilled cheese, and quiche are added later in the day. When the weather permits, Carmel’s has plenty of patio space available to sit and savor your morning coffee or to recharge while enjoying a midday meal.

5 articles

Cartel Coffee Lab

7124 E. 5th Ave. Central Scottsdale

480-432-8237

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Best Of

If you live in Phoenix and haven’t heard of Cartel Coffee Lab, you’ve probably been living under a Starbucks-shaped rock. Or maybe you just don’t drink java. This local coffee roaster is the best known in the café scene, and chances are you’ve sipped their coffee somewhere around town without realizing it, like Jobot Coffee Shop, which brews its own custom roast. But true fans go straight to the source – one of Cartel Coffee Lab’s four locations in Tempe, Scottsdale, Downtown Phoenix, and Tucson – to get their fix of Black Market Espresso. Cartel sources its four-bean blend from a single high-elevation farm in the Sul de Mina region of Brazil, where it goes through a natural pulping process on-site before leaving for its final destination, your cup. Once Cartel gets its hands on the green beans, they’re roasted to create a bold-flavored coffee with citrus and chocolate notes and a dash of sweetness.

20 articles

Citizen Espresso Bar

4700 N. Central Ave. Central Phoenix

602-265-5652

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops

6 articles

Coffee Plantation

7366 E. Shea Blvd. North Scottsdale

480-991-4066

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Best Of, Menu

This Village at Shea coffee hangout promises many things — pastries, light lunch options, smoothies, and yes, coffee. The small coffee chain that is Coffee Plantation first opened in 1989 in Tempe (though that location has since shuttered), with the Scottsdale and Shea location following later. This Arizona original coffee shop is open at 6 a.m. on weekdays, and 6:30 a.m. on weekends.

3 articles

Coffee Rush

1949 W. Ray Rd. Ste. 40 Chandler

480-855-9815

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Best Of

The staff at Chandler's Coffee Rush is relaxed and friendly, so much so that despite the name it's hard to feel rushed when you stop in. If you're a regular, the staff will even start your favorite chai or Caramel Nut Latte before you even get to the register. The pretty man-made lake out back makes the this a great place to chill out with a Mocha Frost and work on your laptop or catch up with friends. Coffee Rush's menu is basic; they simply have quality coffee available in a few dozen regular and sugar-free flavors, offered hot, iced, or frozen. If you're craving a nosh to go with your java, don't miss out on the Greek owners' specialty — gooey, sweet baklava with walnuts or pistachios.

4 articles

Coffee Rush

1555 N. Gilbert Rd. #107 Gilbert

480-507-0930

Coffeehouse, Tea, Dessert, Coffee Shops, Menu

The staff at Chandler's Coffee Rush is relaxed and friendly, so much so that despite the name it's hard to feel rushed when you stop in. If you're a regular, the staff will even start your favorite chai or Caramel Nut Latte before you even get to the register. The pretty man-made lake out back makes the this a great place to chill out with a Mocha Frost and work on your laptop or catch up with friends. Coffee Rush's menu is basic; they simply have quality coffee available in a few dozen regular and sugar-free flavors, offered hot, iced, or frozen. If you're craving a nosh to go with your java, don't miss out on the Greek owners' specialty — gooey, sweet baklava with walnuts or pistachios.

Coffee Rush

53 N. Val Vista Dr. Gilbert

480-545-1045

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Menu

The staff at Chandler's Coffee Rush is relaxed and friendly, so much so that despite the name it's hard to feel rushed when you stop in. If you're a regular, the staff will even start your favorite chai or Caramel Nut Latte before you even get to the register. The pretty man-made lake out back makes the this a great place to chill out with a Mocha Frost and work on your laptop or catch up with friends. Coffee Rush's menu is basic; they simply have quality coffee available in a few dozen regular and sugar-free flavors, offered hot, iced, or frozen. If you're craving a nosh to go with your java, don't miss out on the Greek owners' specialty — gooey, sweet baklava with walnuts or pistachios.

The Coffee Shop

3000 E. Ray Rd. Gilbert

480-279-3144

Coffeehouse, Tea, Dessert, Coffee Shops, Best Of, Menu

This upscale coffee joint is housed inside a re-purposed maintenance garage. It sounds a little random but its really not considering that The Coffee Shop sits on the grounds of Agritopia, the urban farm oasis in Gilbert. Inside the coffee house you'll find a spacious place with great natural lighting. Order up one of their many specialty coffee drinks – might we suggest the Black and White, which comes with espresso, milk, white and milk chocolate and whipped cream – and enjoy the indoor seating or the outdoor patio. If you make a trip out to this spot it's worth the extra calories to pick up one of their famous cupcakes, made from scratch and always as pretty to look at as they are eat. They also have a breakfast menu, fresh pastries and plenty of sandwich options to please even the most picky pallets.

15 articles

Crossroads Books & Coffee

9069 W. Olive Ave. Peoria

623-486-0313

Coffee Shops, Retail

Crunch 50

13240 N 7th St. Central Phoenix

602-892-5217

Coffee Shops, Community Venues, Fast Casual

Crunch 50, a vibrant new eatery on the corner of Thunderbird and 7th St, offers a cereal bar where patrons mix and match cereal allowing for creative creations such as “Apple Pie Crunch” made with Apple Jacks and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Waffles more your thing? Try a light, crispy delicious waffle with original or cereal batter options. Menu items also include oatmeal, bagels and yogurt parfaits. Ever tried Cartel “Cold Brew” Coffee? It’s a must for every coffee aficionado. Soft Serve Ice Cream makes for a nice mid-morning or afternoon snack.

Cupz N' Crepes

4232 E. Chandler Blvd. #8 Ahwatukee

480-706-1963

Coffeehouse, Crepes, French, Tea, Coffee Shops, Best Of, Menu

There's nothing quite so perfect as the combination of fresh coffee and a perfectly-prepared crepe. And lucky for us, when we're looking to satisfy the craving we need not look any farther than Cupz N' Crepes in Ahwatukee. The south Phoenix eatery specializes in made-to-order crepes of both the sweet and savory variety filled with fresh meats, veggies and fruits. We particularly enjoy the The Nat, a unique buffalo-style crepe with chicken, hot sauce and blue cheese crumbles. For those looking for more traditional fare they have a selection of Nutella crepes as well as the Paris street-food classic: sugar and lemon juice. They also offer a breakfast menu and an assortment of salads including a classic chicken Caesar and a cranberry spinach salad with poppy seed dressing. Aside from the wallet-friendly eats they also boast some of the Valley's best coffee. Thanks to the free Wi-Fi, we may never have to leave.

6 articles

The Daily Grind

14120 N. 79th Ave. Peoria

623-979-5353

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Music Venues, Menu

Dark Hall Coffee

2243 N. 12th St. Central Phoenix

602-277-5507

Coffeehouse, Vegan, Coffee Shops, Best Of

Dark Hall Coffee is a vegan and vegetarian coffee shop in the Coronado area, one offering fully vegan coffee and tea drinks, plus pastries. We’re talking about house-made nut milks, oat milks, dairy-free cortados, cappuccinos, and lattes, brown sugar lemonade, signature juice concoctions, cinnamon rolls, and shortbread.

8 articles

Deja Brew Coffee House

1350 S. Longmore Mesa

480-461-0445

Coffeehouse, Tea, Music Venues, Coffee Shops

Driftwood Coffee Co.

8295 W. Jefferson St. Peoria

623-282-2827

Coffee Shops, Best Of

4 articles

Drip Coffee Lounge

2325 N. Seventh St. Central Phoenix

602-795-9905

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops

Dutch Bros. Coffee

1136 S. Greenfield Rd. Mesa

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops

2 articles

Dutch Bros. Coffee

12629 N. Paradise Village Pkwy W North Phoenix

602-788-1050

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops

2 articles

Elevate Coffee House

2530 W. Happy Valley Rd. Ste. 1273 North Phoenix

602-341-5480

Coffeehouse, Tea, Coffee Shops, Best Of, Menu

In West Phoenix you might find the pickings a little slim as far as locally-owned coffee shops go, which is why people are especially grateful to have Elevate Coffee House in the neighborhood. The coffee house and lunch spot offers breakfast eats (think classic morning meals such as bagels, oatmeal, and a croissant sandwich) as well as lunch and dinner. Nosh on their Southwest Turkey sandwich or a Raspberry Turkey Havarti wrap before indulging in a sweet crepe for dessert. If you're feeling particularly international you could also opt for a savory crepe such as the Elevate Club, a turkey, ham and roast beef crepe that proves French fare doesn't have to be light. As far as drinks go they have a nearly endless selection of hot and cold coffee and espresso beverages as well as frappes, frozen cremes, smoothies and italián sodas. You can cuddle up comfortably in one of their cozy nooks knowing 10 cents from each cup of Joe served at Elevate goes to providing safe water for children in Africa.

5 articles

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