Faema

Phoenix

aftermarket

Note: The owner informed me that this lovely coffee shop is now permanently closed. This listing will remain online for a while for reference. Let me set the scene. You walk down the street, past a giant tiger mural, and you find yourself staring at a gritty concrete facade with a rolling garage door. The signage is there if you look for it. Lowercase. Quiet. Polite. The whole thing reads hidden and low key. Exactly what aftermarket is going for. Push through the door and the vibe flips on you. Raw faux concrete walls. Exposed ceiling joists. A skylight pours sunshine across the open floor plan. Sleek leather seating. Modern art on every wall. A vintage blue Piaggio Vispa scooter parked like it is part of the show. The espresso bar is tiled in a sharp geometric pattern, and the red cushioned bar stools (very comfortable by the way) pop against all that concrete. It is the kind of room you photograph before you even order. Now here is the twist. aftermarket is not the only thing happening in this room. It coexists with BELHAUS, the contemporary art gallery and film lab. They share the space, mutually. One door. Two (well, three) souls under one roof. The art on the walls is from local artists and most of it is for sale. Same goes for the clothing. The newsstand by the bar, modeled after a vintage Parisian street kiosk, sells original works on paper, prints and small objets. Part cafe, part boutique, part creative studio, part something I cannot quite name. OK, the coffee. The bar is anchored by a beautiful red Faema Jubilee espresso machine. The beans come from Caffio Espresso Bar which is less than a quarter mile down the road. The house blend is a medium roast made of Brazilian and Nicaraguan beans. I ordered a small latte (comes with a double shot) and the flavor was rich and comforting. Milk chocolate up front, warm caramel in the middle and roasted nuts on the finish. The espresso has enough weight to cut through the milk instead of vanishing into it. Now the part I really want to call out. The syrups are house made. All of them. No Torani bottle. No giant jug with a label you recognize from Costco. Made by hand, by the team, in their own kitchen. Order a Lumio (named after a small beach in Corsica) or a Bizou (named after their late studio dog) and you can taste why that detail matters. The pastries come from Chaconne Patisserie out in Scottsdale. I did not try one this visit. The case looked great though. Next time. One quick note for first timers. Google Maps is going to lie to you. Punch the address in and the pin will dump you on Grand Ave staring at the front of the building complex. The actual aftermarket entrance is around the back on McKinley. Street parking is easy and free. I took a bunch of pictures for reference so check them out before you go. aftermarket is the kind of place where the coffee is dialed, the art is real and the room itself is the show. A shop that does not believe in capital letters, big signs or store bought syrups. Every detail here means something, even the door you cannot find on Google Maps. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Coffee & Espresso Espresso • Mkt. Drip • Macchiato (tradizionale) • Americano • Cortado • Cappuccino • Caffè Latte • Shakerato Tea & Specialty Matcha Honey • Lumio Burnt Honey • Vanilla Latte • Caffè Mocha Noi Cacao • Bizou Fleur d'Oranger lo al Honey • Caffè Bonbon Musovado • Chai • Dirty Chai • Bébé Chocolat • Amaretti Black Tea • Caffè Leccese Orgeat Summer Menu Caffè Leccese • Root Beer Cold Brew Float • Pineapple Sage Matcha • Pineapple Sage Latte • Pineapple Sage Tea • Peach/Mint Matcha • Peach/Mint Latte • Peach/Mint Tea • Hibiscus Lemonade 👉Click to View the Food Menu Assorted Pastries Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Hadas Cafe Lounge Indigo Room Coffee Serafina Coffee Roasters WhereUBean Coffee Infusion Coffee & Tea Crafters Urbo | Urban Bodega Window Coffee Bar

Number and Street: 1301 Grand Ave

BFC

Tempe

Gio's Coffee

Mill Ave is a lot. Foot traffic, noise, students, scooters, the whole circus. So it is kind of wonderful that one of the coolest coffee stories in town is hiding right in the middle of it. Gio's sits tucked inside a brick courtyard in the Mill Avenue Shops and stepping in off the street feels like slipping into a quiet little secret. Pink bougainvillea spilling over the walls. Shaded benches. Green plants everywhere. It is a hidden oasis, and you would never guess it was steps from all that chaos. As of this writing, the shop has only been open about a year but the coffee behind it goes back way further than that. Like four generations further. Here is the story. Gio's is a true farm to cup operation, and I mean the real deal. The owner, Giovanna, comes from a family of fourth generation coffee farmers in Peru. The beans come from the family farm, Finca Maria-Canani, up in the mountain region of Villa Rica, where her family has been growing coffee for over 100 years. Giovanna and her husband roast the beans themselves out in Orange County, CA where they lived before landing in Arizona. So when you order a cup here, you are not just drinking single origin Peruvian coffee. You are drinking washed process, organic, single farm micro lot coffee from one specific family that has done this for a century. That puts Gio's in rare company among the farm to cup coffee shops in Arizona. Now, real talk. The beans are roasted dark. My regular readers know dark roast is not my personal happy place, because the darker you go, the more those special origin characteristics get buried. Peruvian coffee is famous for chocolate, caramel and nutty notes. In my cup, the toasted nut notes came through loud and clear, which honestly surprised me. But the chocolate and caramel got mostly muted, with just faint hints hanging around. That is just my palate talking though. Plenty of folks live for a bold dark roast and if that is your lane, you are going to be very happy here. Me personally? I sat there daydreaming about what these beans would taste like at a medium roast. Oh man. I also grabbed an Alfajores while I was there. If you have not had one, it is a little cookie sandwich. Two thin cookies with a filling tucked between them and powdered sugar dusted on top. Gio's buys the cookies but makes the filling in house and it hits this sweet salty caramel note that is not over the top. It pairs great with coffee or tea. They make a few other house made items too, like ground beef empanadas, though I did not get to those this visit. The space itself is lovely. White painted brick walls against a dark ceiling, warm woven pendant lamps glowing over wood tables. There is seating inside, but this is really a patio spot at heart. The covered courtyard is going to be perfect once the weather cools down. Both Giovanna and the barista (Ms. Sofia) were genuinely warm and happy to talk, which makes the whole thing feel even more personal. Gio's is not chasing trends or novelty drinks. It is built on something much harder to fake, a real family, a real farm and a hundred years of growing coffee. Dark roast or not, that is worth seeking out. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. TRADITIONAL HOT Gio's Organic Coffee • Americano • Cappuccion • Espresso Single / Double • Coffee Latte • Caramel Latte • Mocha Latte • Vanilla Latte • Chai Latte (Dirty) • Matcha Latte • Hot Tea • Hot Chocolate TRADITIONAL ICED Gio's Cold Brew • Iced Americano • Iced Coffee Latte • Iced Caramel Latte • Iced Mocha Latte • Iced Vanilla Latte • Iced Chai Latte (Dirty) • Iced Matcha • Fresh Iced Tea BLENDED ICE ESPRESSO DRINKS Blended Caramel • Blended Cinnamon • Blended Mocha Latte • Blended Valilla Latte • Blended Hazelnut Latte • Blended Chai (Dirty) • Blended Matcha Flavor Extra Flavor Milks Malted Milk • Almond Milk • Soy Milk • Coconut Milk 👉Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. BAKERY Assorted Pastries • Assorted 1lbs (mini) loafs • Avocado Toast • Empanadas • Alfajores GIO'S SALADS BEET & AVOCADO SALAD • STRAWBERRY SALAD • GREEN SALAD More Great Coffee in Tempe All Coffee Shops in Tempe Aden Coffee House Laymoon Cafe The Cafe @ Regroup Infusion Coffee & Tea Crafters

Number and Street: 414 S Mill Ave

Decent

Prescott

Valo Coffee

Valo Coffee is located at the bottom of Bucky's Casino inside the Prescott Resort. You would think that a coffee shop tucked under a casino would feel like an afterthought. You would be wrong. Valo looks and operates like a serious specialty coffee roastery. They roast in house and the entire experience is built around the beans. The way it works is simple and I love it. You pick a bean (see menu below) and they brew your drink with it. The espresso machine is then programmed with a profile that is specific to those beans. Valo focuses on naturally processed (dried in the sun) single origin beans and they want you to taste the difference between them. This is not a place where you grab a generic latte and walk out. It is a curated tasting experience disguised as a coffee shop. If you actually care about what your coffee tastes like (and I mean the bean itself not the syrup) this is where you should go. What sets Valo apart from nearly every other coffee shop I have visited in Arizona (and I have been to many) is the machine. They have several Decent DE1 espresso machines. And I do not say this lightly, the DE1 is the smartest espresso machine in the world. It is a computer and software driven driven machine that gives the barista total control over water flow, pressure and temperature. The brewing process shows up as a visible graph on a screen. The barista can program a specific recipe or profile for a shot and make adjustments mid flight if needed. If you have not heard the word "recipe" used with espresso before, that is because the vast majority of machines out there have a single fixed profile built in and cannot be adjusted. Some high end machines allow one parameter to be tweaked at the most. The Decent controls every single parameter. It is essentially a flight simulator for coffee. The level of consistency and flavor precision it allows is something that was simply not possible before this machine existed. You might be thinking why should I care about all this? Here is the super short version: To capture the best natural flavors out of coffee you want naturally processed beans at a light to low-medium roast level. But light roasts are difficult to extract. They do not behave under pressure the way a forgiving dark roast does. The coffee puck is more fragile and a standard machine with a fixed 9 bar pressure can easily destroy it or under extract it. To pull a great shot from a light roast you need precise control over water flow rate and pressure throughout the entire extraction. That is exactly what the Decent DE1 does. Most specialty shops in Arizona are pulling shots on La Marzoccos or Nuova Simonelli (great machines). But seeing a Decent DE1 in action is a different thing entirely. Valo is using it to break espresso extraction down to a science and you can taste the result. The team working the bar were accommodating. They wanted to make sure everything was perfect and it showed. There was no rush. If you are not familiar with the beans or their tasting notes they will walk you through the options and help you pick one based on your preferences. That kind of attention is hard to find. I wish we had something like this closer to me in the Valley. Phoenix has an incredible craft coffee scene but I have not come across a shop down here running a Decent DE1 with this kind of bean focused approach. For now it lives in Prescott and honestly that alone is worth the drive. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Coffee Latte • Black coffee • Espresso • Tasting experience (sit-down location only) • Cappuccino • Flat white • Cortado • Cold brew Other Drinks Hot chocolate • Chai Bean Offerings Colombia (Dark & smoky) Brazil (Peanut butter) Colombia Diego Bermudez Estate (Peach) Colombia Diego Bermudez Estate (Apple spice) Honduras Roger Dominguez Estate (Strawberry) Mexico (Decaf) 👉Click to View the Food Menu Bakery Various pastries

Number and Street: 1500 AZ-69

La Marzocco

Phoenix

Soundtrack Coffee

Soundtrack Coffee sits on Grand Avenue in Downtown Phoenix inside the Chilte restaurant at the Egyptian Motor Hotel. It is just west of the Roosevelt Row core but the area has its own energy. Grand Avenue leans more eclectic and industrial with adaptive reuse buildings and design forward businesses lining the corridor. Before you even walk in, the neighborhood sets the mood. A striking Dia de los Muertos mural stands directly across the street. Two large figures with sugar skull face paint glow against a dark background. A candle and rose anchor the composition (honoring memory and spirit). It is a bold piece of public art and a fitting visual entry point for what comes next. The Chilte building itself has a clean white brick exterior with a whimsical black silhouette of a camel and palm tree painted on the wall. Large glass windows wrap the ground floor and let you see right into the coffee space from outside. A small patio with black tables and red chairs sits out front (a solid morning spot if you want to watch the Grand Avenue foot traffic). The whole setup feels open and welcoming without trying too hard. Inside, the artistic energy continues. A large portrait of a woman in a red luchador mask hangs on a warm wood slat wall dominates the room. Two green velvet armchairs sit beneath it. The floors are polished concrete. The furniture is a mix of wood tables and mid century style chairs. In the back wall, a gallery of smaller framed art fill the space. The vibe is loud and colorful but still comfortable enough to sit and drink coffee for a while. Soundtrack Coffee is not a traditional cafe. It is a daytime coffee residency inside Chilte. The concept was started by Joe Ramirez in 2023 under the name Slow Pour as a home based coffee project. He taught himself how to make coffee and built a following through home pickups and private catering. Over time he renamed the project Soundtrack Coffee and leaned into a punk rock and vinyl collecting identity that now defines the brand. He popped up at local events and eventually caught the attention of Chilte's owner who was looking to activate the morning side of his restaurant and bring more energy to the space during daytime hours. The lobby style layout already had the right feel for a morning coffee concept. Ramirez was ready for the full commit to coffee. That push turned the pop up into a permanent residency in April 2026. The menu has the usual lineup of cortados, americanos, flat whites and matcha drinks. But the specialty menu is where things get interesting. I noticed a vanilla bean and piloncillo latte, a black charcoal and black sesame caramel drink, a Mexican fried ice cream inspired drink made with Cornflake syrup and cinnamon and an ube latte with citrus bitters and optional horchata syrup. These are not typical coffee shop specials. They read more like a cocktail menu. Ramirez also makes bagels and doughnuts under a separate name (Crumb Slut) and those items rotate in. For espresso, they pull shots on a Linear Micra machine using Moxie beans. The single origin is called "CODECH" and it is a washed Guatemala from the Bourbon varietal. The roast is designed primarily for milk based espresso but works for drip or cold brew as well. The flavor profile leans about 60% chocolate with nougat and soft tropical berry notes rounding it out. In a latte, the chocolate and nougat come through cleanly and the berry notes sit quietly in the background. It is a smooth and approachable cup that does not demand much from you. A solid choice for milk drinks. Soundtrack Coffee is one of the newer specialty coffee concepts in downtown Phoenix. It has a clear personal origin story rooted in a home business rather than a chain or franchise model. The brand blends music culture with dessert style coffee drinks and restaurant collaboration in a way I have not seen much of in Phoenix. For now the residency is the focus but maybe it could grow into something bigger down the line. I will be watching. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Slow Jamz Espresso shot • Cortado • Americano • Flat White • Iced Latte • Matcha Latte Specials Ube Latte • Black Sesame Charcoal • Mexican Fried Ice Cream • Vanilla Bean Piloncillo • Korean Banana Matcha Add Flavors Vanilla • Lavender • Toasted Hazelnut • Strawberry • SF Vanilla Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Hadas Cafe Lounge Indigo Room Coffee Serafina Coffee Roasters WhereUBean Coffee Infusion Coffee & Tea Crafters Urbo | Urban Bodega Window Coffee Bar

Number and Street: 765 Grand Ave

Nuova Simonelli

Phoenix

Medjool Cafe

Medjool Cafe is a new craft coffee and baklava bar inside Princess Pita's Midtown Phoenix location on N Central Ave. This is Princess Pita's 5th Phoenix area location and its first cafe concept. Their Instagram describes it as "coffee meets culture" with craft brews, matcha, baklava and more. Parking is at the back of the building. As you walk toward the entrance you are greeted by a large mural painted on the cinder block wall. The artwork depicts a vibrant Mediterranean scene with three women harvesting olives from a tree. In the center a stone press pours fresh green olive oil into a ceramic jar. To the right the mural displays a glass carafe of oil, a bowl of whole olives and white doves flying against a colorful rainbow background. The piece was painted specifically for Princess Pita and it sets the tone before you even reach the door. Walking past the mural and as you feel the sun before stepping into the shade of the patio, the air cools slightly under a wooden pergola. Large black planters line the walkway and guide you toward the glass entrance. It is a quiet transition from the busy street into a calm and secluded dining space. Medjool Cafe sources its coffee beans from Top Cup Coffee House out in Gilbert. The house espresso uses Brazilian beans roasted dark. As my regular readers know I am a light to medium roast person and I do not have much tolerance for dark roasts. So I opted out of trying the espresso. Instead we went with the Banana Pudding Matcha and it was excellent. The flavor was spot on and I would order it again without hesitation. We also grabbed several varieties of baklava to take home. Every single piece was incredibly flavorful. Everything we brought back was amazing and did not last long. Medjool Cafe is easily one of the coolest new cafe spots in Midtown Phoenix. The Mediterranean atmosphere is beautiful, the baklava is worth the trip alone and the matcha proved that the drink menu has real quality behind it. I would love to come back and try the coffee if they ever bring in a lighter roast option. Until then I will be back for the baklava. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Iced Signature Lattes Date Vanilla • White Choc Pistachio • White Choc Biscoff • Spanish • White Sands • Baklava • Banana Pudding Matcha • Date Cream Matcha • Tiramisú Classics Espresso • Macchiato • Cortado • Cappuccino • Americano • Latte • Mocha • Iced Shaken Espresso 👉Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Moxie Coffee Co. Indigo Room Coffee Futuro WeBe Coffee Roasters The Coffee Builders Daydreamer Coffee Collective Coffee

Number and Street: 2603 N Central Ave

Flair

Jerome

Desert Grave Espresso

Desert Grave Espresso is the kind of coffee shop I want people to stumble into and then tell their friends about later. It sits in Jerome with that slightly offbeat mountain town energy that makes the whole visit feel a little more fun than a normal coffee run. Getting there is part of the experience. I come in usually from the south on Highway 89A and the road earns its reputation fast. Tight curves and switchbacks climb around Mingus Mountain and a few miles before Jerome the views open up into something that is impressive. Clarkdale sits in the valley below. Old mining ruins cling to the hillsides all around you. Pictures do not do it justice. Just go and experience it for yourself. Jerome itself carries a specific kind of history. It was once a booming copper metropolis of 15,000 people. When the mines closed in the 1950s it nearly emptied out completely dropping to fewer than 100 residents. That collapse is where the ghost town reputation comes from. The Jerome Grand Hotel (a former hospital where thousands of miners reportedly died) still clings to the side of Cleopatra Hill today and is keeping that legacy alive with well documented hauntings. All of that history is present in the air when you walk around town. Desert Grave Espresso fits right into it. The shop is tucked inside the New State Motor Co. building down the stairs. It has that compact tucked away charm that works so well in a place like Jerome. The space has a cactus theme with vibrant earthy colors that feel inviting. The shop is the creation of Ezra and Jeneisha. Her ceramic work is displayed alongside the coffee bar and there is a variety of craft items and merch for sale. A small couch by a window overlooking the valley is exactly where you want to sit. Ezra treats coffee as an art form. You can see the pride he takes from extraction to presentation. He pulls espresso shots on a Flair 58 Plus, a manual lever machine, which is exactly the kind of setup that caught my attention and made me want to make the drive from Phoenix. A lever machine puts full control in the hands of the barista. Pressure, timing and technique all fall on the person pulling the shot. When it is done right (and here it is) the result is espresso that tastes unmistakably human. Smooth, balanced and just plain pleasant. Nothing fussy. Nothing overcomplicated. The flavors from the beans came through really well. They also offer house made syrups if you want to go that route. Coffee enthusiasts will be right at home here. But honestly so will everyone else. Jerome deserves a coffee shop this good... Turns out it has one. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Espresso & Coffee Peppered Espresso • Americano • Cappuccino • Cortado • Drip • Espresso • Drip Coffee • Aerocano Lattes & Mochas Latté • Mocha Tea & Other Tea • Chai • Cocoa • Steamer • Dirty Chai • Tea Latté • Matcha • Chai Tea • Cappuchino Winter Specials Peppermint Mocha • Spiced Orange Latté • Vanilla Rose Latté • Maple Bourbon Latté Add Ons Extra Espresso • Housemade Soft Top Syrups Orange • Vanilla • Lavender • Rosemary • Pistachio • Honey • Caramel • Prickly Pear • Rose • Peppermint • Almond • Lemon • Blueberry • Chocolate Milk Options Oat • Whole • Half + Half

Number and Street: 116 Main St

Astoria

Gilbert

Villa Meola Coffee

Downtown Gilbert just got a coffee shop built by parents who were tired of having nowhere good to take their kids. Villa Meola Coffee is that place and it is worth the trip. Michael and Callen Meola are the couple behind it. Before this shop existed, they spent years searching for places with enough space for their two young daughters to roam around without anyone losing their mind. Instead of just accepting that nothing quite fit, they built the place they always wanted. The name "Villa Meola" is what they always called their own home. The whole idea is that you feel invited the same way a friend would invite you over. Walking around the space, you get that. They ended up partnering with Mario Cimmino of Gelato Cimmino, the authentic Italian gelato shop right there in Downtown Gilbert. The two businesses now share the space which gives the whole place a strong Italian character that goes well beyond the menu. And speaking of Italian character, the espresso here comes out of an Astoria machine with a manual lever. There are maybe a handful of shops in all of Arizona running human powered manual levers. Unlike modern pump-driven machines, the lever puts the extraction entirely in the hands of the barista. It is harder to master but produces a creamy texture that a pump-driven machine simply struggles to replicate. Even the pressure profiler expensive machiens with all the fancy electronics strugle to replicate a pull like a human would. The beans are from Momentto Coffee roasters and is a medium roasted blend with a full body and zero bitterness. That combination shows in the cup. The drinks are named after Italian classics. Limoncello, Cannoli, Caffe Forza, Spumoni. We got the Spumoni, named after the molded Italian gelato. It is deeply chocolatey with pistachio pieces at the bottom and a subtle cherry note running underneath. If the cherry had a bit more presence, this drink would be almost unfairly good. We also got the Cannoli Latte, which uses house made almond milk and actual cannoli cream on top in place of cold foam. Gentle cinnamon notes, everything done right. All drinks come out half sweet by default, which is the right call. Every drink also arrives with a small piece of biscotti (noticeably better than anything from a store shelf). You can buy extra pieces and you probably should. They are that good! The space is big. There is indoor and outdoor seating, a large patio with umbrellas, a play area for kids and a little iron fence around the patio with a self closing gate so the kiddos do not wander into the street. There are books, games and plenty of reasons for a small kid to stay happily occupied while you actually enjoy your drink. Gilbert needed a spot like this. A family friendly space with genuinely great coffee, Italian inspired drinks and gelato all under the same roof is not something you just stumble across. The Meolas built exactly what they were looking for. As it turns out, a lot of other people were looking for the same thing. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Villa Drink Specials Cannoli • The Hot Italian • Limoncello • Spumoni • Bee-Scotti • Caprese Latte Traditional Espresso Board • Caffe Forza • Macchiato Board • Americano • Drip • Cappuccino • Caffe Latte • Caffe Mocha • Affogato • Cold Brew More Drinks Chai Latte • Italian Soda • Steamed/Iced Chocolate • Tea • Tea Latte • Kiddy Winnie the Pooh Syrups Cinnamon Vanilla Bean • Vanilla Bean • Cherry • Almond* • SF Vanilla Bean (Stevia) • Honey • Maple Syrup • Agave • Cocoa • Basil • Calabrian Chili Milks Housemade Almond Milk • Pistachio Whole Milk* • Breve • Half and Half 👉Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. To Eat Breakfast Pizza • Vegetarian Breakfast Pizza Pastries Assorted Pastries

Number and Street: 339 N Gilbert Rd

La Marzocco

Phoenix

Yumi’s Coffee

Yumi's Coffee is a rare Japanese specialty coffee shop in Phoenix where slowing down is the whole point. There is a calm to this place that Phoenix rarely offers. The shop sits inside The Carmody, a boutique collective of local businesses in the Coronado neighborhood. There is no signage out front for Yumi's. Look for a red roofed one story building with "CARMODY" on the wall. The building was originally a 1950s medical clinic and was later brought back through adaptive reuse, preserving the mid-century character while giving it a fresh purpose. The result is a tucked away space that is intimate and very much its own world. The experience has a process to it. You take a number and settle into the waiting area. When it is your turn, Yumi comes out and calls you herself. It sounds like a small thing but it feels significant. It reminded me of those rare doctors who still come to the waiting room to get you personally. That kind of touch sets the whole tone. Yumi moved to the U.S. in early 2024 and brought a background rooted in Japanese specialty coffee with her. She trained at 27 Coffee Roasters in Kanagawa (a well regarded shop in Japan) and that foundation shows in how she runs things. She sources from roasteries like Weekenders Coffee and Mameya Coffee Roasters out of Laguna Niguel, California. Mameya is a Japanese owned company known for small batch fresh roasted beans. Her house espresso is Yumi's Original Blend, sitting just above medium roast. Sometimes she rotates single origins alongside it. The slow bar runs through an Origami Dripper. The Origami is a tool used in coffee competitions and known for consistency and the ability to shift flavor profiles depending on technique. Yumi currently offers one bean option for the slow bar: a blend of Tanzania, Colombia, Mexico and Brazil beans. I did not try it on this visit but it is on my list. The Japanese influence goes beyond the sourcing. In Japan, coffee culture tends toward clean and simple menus with fewer flavored drinks. That philosophy is clearly present here. The matcha is available. Mine came out on the stronger side. Maybe my expectations were high. It was good but not quite a revelation. The cappuccino is Yumi's personal recommendation and her specialty. That is probably the move. What I did try was the latte. One size only (my regular readers know I love that). The espresso for the latte comes from a different medium blend than the house Original, which gave me a moment of pause. Then I took the first sip. Smooth, balanced and no bitterness at all. That kind of result points to skillful roasting. The kind that preserves what is good about the bean rather than hiding it. There is a calm precision to the whole operation. Even the equipment signals it. She uses a La Marzocco Linea Mini, a beautiful machine and a real indicator that the drinks are being made with genuine care. Be prepared for service that runs slow. I had one person ahead of me and waited around 10 minutes. If you are in a hurry, this is not your spot. But if the pace does not bother you, what you get in return is something that feels genuinely rare in Phoenix. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. COFFEE Espresso • Americano • Cortado • Cappuccino • Latte • Mocha Latte SPECIAL Pour over (YUMI'S blend) • Pour over (Guest beans) • Mizu dashi Coffee (Cold Brew) • Kuromitsu Matcha Latte • Miso Caramel Latte • Yuzu Honey Matcha Latte NOT COFFEE Matcha Latte • Chocolate Milk • Hot Chocolate SYRUP / ADD Agave • Chocolate • Kuromitsu • Miso Caramel • Kuromitsu Cream Top MILK Oat Milk • Whole Milk 👉Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Moxie Coffee Co. Indigo Room Coffee Futuro WeBe Coffee Roasters The Coffee Builders Daydreamer Coffee Collective Coffee

Number and Street: 1710 N 16th St

La Marzocco

Chandler

Maple House

Cataloging Maple House - 2026. Please check out their menu below. Review will be coming soon! ▶Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Classics Espresso • Cafe Cortado • Traditional Macchiato • Espresso Con Panna • Cappuccino • Latte • Mocha • Americano • Cafe Au Lait • Flat White Specialty Lattes Spicy Mocha • Honey Lavender • Chocolate Hazelnut • Brown Sugar Coconut • Cinnamon Crème Brûlée • Little Lottie Latte (Pistachio White Chocolate) Maple House Frappes Matcha White Chocolate • Dirty Spiced Chai • German Chocolate Cake (Espresso, Chocolate, Caramel, Coconut) Non-Alcoholic Cocktails NOjito • N/A Margarita • Phony Negroni Cocktails & Spirits The Spritz • Cacti Cooler • Cucumber Mojito • The Cobbler • Maple House Margarita • Oaxacan Mango-rita • Old Fashioned • Espresso Martini • Carajillo • Irish Coffee • Sangria P.O.G. (White) • Sangria Ruby Citrus (Red) Draft Beer Maui Lemonade Seltzer • State 48 Cherry Sour • Great Divide Strawberry Rhubarb • Trumer German Pilsner • Alaskan Wilderness Golden • AZ Loc-Ale Cactus Bird • SanTan Mr. Pineapple • PHX Beer Co. Desert Grifter • La Cumbre Elevated IPA • Mother Road Tower Station Hazy • SanTan Moonjuice IPA • Huss Hopaloosa IPA • Mother Earth Cosmic Dissonance • SanTan Trail Buddy Amber • Historic Piehole Porter • Mother Earth Cali’ Creamin’ Wine Ruffino Prosecco • Vilarnau Cava Rosé • Villa Di Corlo Lambrusco • A to Z Oregon Rosé • Ant Moore Sav Blanc • Polvaro Pinot Grigio • Abadía Albariño • Lone Birch Riesling • Ramón Bilbao Verdejo • Diatom Chardonnay • La Scola Bianco Secco • Piattelli Torrontés • Brownstone Pinot Noir • Bloodroot Red Blend • La Patience Red Blend • Domaine Du Seminaire Côtes du Rhône • Monsalaia Super Tuscan • Michele Chiarlo Barbera • Ramón Bilbao Tempranillo • Los Morros Carménère • Querceto Chianti • Grounded Cabernet Sauvignon • Camp Cabernet Sauvignon Milks & Flavors Pistachio • White Chocolate • Honey • Lavender • Chocolate • Hazelnut • Brown Sugar • Coconut • Cinnamon • Crème Brûlée • Caramel ▶Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Open - 11 AM Yogurt + Granola Cup • Breakfast Sandwich • Avocado Toast 11 AM - 3 PM Truffled Egg Salad Sandwich • Smokey Brie Grilled Cheese • Assorted Olives 3 PM - Close Assorted Olives • Cheeseboard • Smokey Brie Grilled Cheese Pastry Counter Assorted Pastries

La Marzocco

Phoenix

The Grove Artisan Cafe and Bakery (Downtown)

I am cataloging this new The Grove Artisan Cafe and Bakery location at 101 N 1st Ave for convenience. The menu, map and detailed offerings are provided below to help you navigate this latest addition to the downtown coffee scene. I already reviewed the sister location north of Phoenix at High Street. You can read that full breakdown and review. This downtown spot brings the same commitment to craft as the original, featuring: Coffee Program: Meticulously sourced beans with a focus on signature blends like the Portofino (espresso) and Tuscany (drip). Artisan Bakery: A full selection of house baked pastries including croissants, muffins and artisan breads. Kitchen Offerings: A robust menu of handcrafted sandwiches and wraps such as the Sourdough Turkey Club and the Brie and Apple Melt. I will eventually visit this new downtown location in person and once I do, I will provide a detailed review specific to this space, the workflow and the atmosphere. Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Moxie Coffee Co. Indigo Room Coffee Futuro WeBe Coffee Roasters The Coffee Builders Daydreamer Coffee Collective Coffee

Number and Street: 101 N 1st Ave

Victoria Arduino

Chandler

Moka & Co

Moka & Co just opened a new location in downtown Chandler's Heritage District and it is easily one of the most visually striking coffee shops in the East Valley. If you care at all about design, walk in just for that. You will not regret it. The space stops you in your tracks. Large floor to ceiling glass panes wrap the entrance. Inside, custom geometric wood carvings cover the walls and woven pendant lights hang overhead, all of it illuminated by soft backlighting that keeps the room warm but crisp. The barista counter is wrapped in bright marble. The furniture is sleek light wood with gorgeous woven chairs that somehow feel both minimal and comfortable at the same time. It is the kind of interior that makes you wonder who designed it and whether they do residential work. Oh, and there is a gorgeous Victoria Arduino espresso machine behind the bar. The Mesa location runs a super automatic machine. Chandler gets the Eagle One. We lucked out. There are two outdoor seating areas, one in the front and one at the back. The front faces Chandler's Heritage District and the Crowne Plaza across the street. It is a great people watching spot with the park in view and steady foot traffic on a Friday evening. The back shares a wall with Craft 64's patio, which was absolutely packed during my visit. If you want quiet, go inside or sit out front. Indoors is remarkably calm with plenty of tables and power outlets if you need to plug in. The area itself is one of the more walkable pockets in the East Valley. Dining, unique shops, Saturday farmers market and regular events make this a destination neighborhood worth spending a few hours in. Now, the drinks. Moka & Co is a Yemeni specialty coffee brand with a genuine farm to cup story. The original founder comes from a family of coffee farmers in Yemen who continue to grow beans on high altitude farms to this day. That origin story is real and it matters. For the espresso, I asked the barista to show me the actual beans going into the grinder and they looked medium roast to my eye. But the shot pulled bold and dark, 18 grams at 28 seconds. My honest take is that I kept thinking about what those Yemeni beans could taste like if the roast let them speak a little more (to the lighter side). But that is my bias as someone who gravitates toward light roasts. Bold coffee drinkers will be genuinely happy here. The Mufawar was the most interesting thing I tried. It is ground coffee mixed with cardamom, a touch of cinnamon and hints of ginger, all simmered with full fat milk or cream and strained into the cup. It arrives very hot and the cardamom leads from start to finish. It was good in its own way and it felt authentic. It is not for everyone but if cardamom is your thing, order it without hesitation. The Adeni Chai was an unexpected highlight. I only had a small cold sample but the tea flavor was clean and dominant. Worth ordering. The food is worth your attention too. I tried the potato samboosa, the spinach pie and the feta pie. The feta pie was the clear winner, genuinely delicious with soft dough. The spinach pie was solid as well. The pastry case also has cinnamon rolls, almond croissants and various Middle Eastern options if you want something on the sweeter side. Moka & Co is a family's legacy poured into a cup and carried across oceans to Chandler's old downtown. They are growing fast across Arizona and based on this Heritage District location, it is easy to see why. The brand is polished, the space is beautiful and the Yemeni coffee culture they are bringing to the East Valley is something most locals are only now getting their first look at. Go for the atmosphere, stay for the Mufawar and leave some room for the feta pie. 👉Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Traditional Coffee Mufawar • Maleki • Sana'ani • Qishr • Jubani • Saudi • Turkish Traditional Coffee Tea Adeni Chai • Yemeni Tea • Saffron Adeni • Iced Adeni Chai • Matcha Tea Specialty Lattes Dubai Chocolate Latte • Moka Spice Latte • Brown Sugar Shaken • Pistachio Latte • Saffron Latte • Biscoff Latte • Spanish Latte • Salted Caramel Latte • Caramel Macchiato • White Moka Latte Matcha Lattes Matcha • Pistachio Matcha • Lavender Matcha • Strawberry Matcha • Mango Matcha Latte Espresso Bar Espresso • Americano • Cappuccino • Latte • Mocha Latte • Cortado Refreshers Dragon Fruit • Passion Fruit • Vimto Fruit • Strawberry • Hibiscus • Mango Coffee + More House Brew • Cold Brew • French Press • Pour Over • Hot Chocolate Frozen Blends Lemon-Mint • Strawberry-Banana • Pineapple-Mango • Pineapple • Mixed Berry Alt. Creamer Alt. Creamer 👉Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Pastries & Sweets Almond Croissant • French Croissant • Biscoff Cheesecake • Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake • Cinnamon Rolls • Biscoff Milk Cake • Golden Chip Milk Cake • Pistachio Milk Cake • Honeycomb Bites • Baklava • Cookies • Cannoli Savory Items Potato Samboosa • Zatar • Beef Samboosa • Cheese Pie • Spinach Pie • Meat Pie Check out the other Moka & Co's Mesa location here. Explore Nearby Chandler Coffee Shops Aristocrat Coffee Roasters Levante Coffee Momentto Coffee Roasters Press Coffee Chandler Peixoto Coffee Roasters Mission Coffee And Tea Bottle & Bean Sagebrush Coffee Shop & Roastery East Valley Coffee Guide

Number and Street: 58 W Buffalo St

La Marzocco

Phoenix

Maleta Cafe

Maleta Cafe at 147 E Adams St. in downtown Phoenix has a menu of travel inspired creative specialty lattes, house made syrups and quality beans worth seeking out. It is tucked inside the Arizona Latino Arts & Cultural Center (ALAC). Adams St. is one of my favorite street in downtown Phoenix. It has shade, a cozy feel and one of the most spectacular murals in the city running 190 feet along the block. And now it has a specialty coffee shop that actually belongs here. Maleta Cafe feels less like a shop that rented a spot and more like something that grew out of the building itself. That is because, in a way...it did. Owner Ms. Maria Miranda spent roughly 10 years volunteering at ALAC before she ever pulled an espresso shot there. She came in as an ASU intern and eventually helped shape the center through social media, event planning and art curation. She also brought serious coffee experience with her including time behind the bar at Aruma Cafe in Tempe. Maleta Cafe is the result of all that history and of years of travel. Her signature drinks are named after the places she has been and the flavors follow. Walking in through the double glass doors and you get the picture quickly. On your left, small wooden bistro tables sit against a white wall covered in colorful framed artwork. Directly ahead, a large ornate gold framed portrait commands the room and tells you exactly where you are. On the right is the service area where Maria works. There is a simple bench and a small white side table nearby if you want to wait for your drink while taking in the exhibits. But do not stop there. Once you have your coffee, keep going. The gallery opens up into multiple large rooms with plenty of seating and art covering every wall. A hallway leads you deep into the back toward a quiet nook with two accent chairs. Loop further and you pass through a photography area and a music room before coming back around to the front. Leave the laptop in the bag. Put the phone away. Every time your eye lands somewhere, there is a painting, a sculpture or an installation waiting for you. Sip your coffee and just take it in. The building has a real campus feel to it. ALAC was built in 2009 specifically because Phoenix lacked a Latino cultural center, and walking through it, that origin story makes complete sense. Now, the coffee. The beans are from Pair Cupworks (a name this website knows well) and the current offering is a Mexican Chiapas roast with notes of chocolate, brown sugar and raisins. Maria does a single size for her lattes, which is actually a smart call and I respect that. You get a proper double shot and the right balance every time. I had the latte and it was exactly what a well made espresso drink should be. My only gripe is a personal one. I kept wishing for a natural processed beans like an Ethiopean. Something with more floral and fruity character. But that is just me being spoiled. Most people prefer the cleaner, less fruity notes that a washed coffee brings and the Chiapas delivers that really well. My wife ordered the Cairo. It arrived with a small Egyptian flag on top and a piece of actual date fruit sitting right there in the drink. Maria told us that is how they serve it in Egypt. Something she picked up from her travels there. The caramel and cold foam finish tied it together nicely. Balanced, not too sweet and genuinely fun to look at. And then there are the cookies. The buttered toast strawberry jam cookie has been living rent free in my head since I visited. Maria's friend bakes the goodies and they are amazing 10 out of 10! Enough said. One more thing worth mentioning. Maria told me she is considering adding pour over service in the next few months. I noticed the Chemex already on the shelf, so it sounds like this is closer to happening than not. This is super exciting for the slow bar fans. ALAC sits right between the Phoenix Convention Center and Symphony Hall with the Hyatt Regency across the street. It is a well positioned spot for commuters and visitors alike. And if you are visiting from out of town and happen to love murals and art, this stretch of downtown is a goldmine. The 190 foot welcome mural runs right along Adams St. and just around the corner on Central Ave. is "Timeless," a 144 foot piece on the side of the Renaissance Hotel that actually changes appearance as the sun moves across the sky throughout the day. Come for the coffee. Stay for the walls. ▶Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Specialty Coffee Doppio • Americano • Drip • Cortado • Cappuccino • Latte Spring Specials Cairo • Perth • Tainan Matcha Strawberry • Passion Fruit • Coconut • Mango • Guava Milks Whole Milk ▶Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Food Salted caramel cinnamon • Crumble coffee cake • Buttered toast & Strawberry • Jam Cookie • Taiwanese chocolate castella • Cake Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Moxie Coffee Co. Indigo Room Coffee Futuro WeBe Coffee Roasters The Coffee Builders Daydreamer Coffee Collective Coffee

Number and Street: 147 E Adams St.

La Cimbali

Gilbert

Mori Cafe

If you are looking for a new coffee stop in Gilbert, Mori Cafe offers coffee, matcha and fresh food options. I am cataloging Mori Cafe here on AzCoffeeShops.com and plan to stop in for a full review very soon. So stay tuned. In the meantime, I am also sharing the full menu below along with as much information as I can find. ▶Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Coffee Mori Coffee • Mori Latte • Mori Latte with Cream • Salted Caramel Latte • Tiramisu Latte • Coffee Cloud • Cococano • Cloud Latte • Ube Latte Matcha Mori Matcha • Matcha Latte • Fresh Fruit Matcha • Earl Grey Matcha • Pretty in Pink • Matcha Cream Crown • Matcha Cloud Tea Fresh Fruit Tea • Fresh Jasmine Lime Tea • Strawberries Tea • Peach Tea • Jasmine Lime Tea Non-Caffeine Fresh Fruit Yogurt • Honey Lime Soda • Peach Soda • Strawberry Peach Soda • Mango Soda • Strawberries Yogurt • Peach Yogurt • Blueberries Yogurt • Strawberry Soda Milks & Flavors Soymilk • Oatmilk • Salted • Ube • Coffee • Strawberry • Blueberry • Peach • Mango ▶Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Snack Croffle (Chocolate / Matcha) • Matchamisu • Tiramisu Banh Mi Crispy Baguette with Savory Filling, Pickled Veggies, Herbs, and Sauce Explore Nearby Gilbert Coffee Shops Charlee Rose Coffee Casita Coffee Light Heart Coffee The Bookish Shop Commons Coffeehouse Decadent Macaron Coffee Rush East Valley Coffee Guide

Number and Street: 1493 S Higley Rd

Tubac

Love Brews

Love Brews in Tubac, Arizona is a newer coffee shop in the heart of one of the state’s oldest and most interesting small towns. It offers a welcoming place for coffee, community and a relaxed stop while visiting Tubac’s arts district and historic core. I am cataloging Love Brews here on AzCoffeeShops.com and plan to stop in for a full review early this summer, so stay tuned. In the meantime, I am also sharing the full menu below along with as much information as I can find. ▶Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Latte Love Minty Mocha Magic: A velvety blend of chocolate and fresh mint, topped with an Andes Mint—an indulgent latte bursting with lively, refreshing flavor. Campfire Love: A s’mores-inspired latte with the nostalgic flavors of melted chocolate, toasted marshmallows, and a hint of graham cracker—like a cozy fireside treat in a cup. XOXO: A creamy white chocolate latte, perfectly sweet and indulgent, topped with a delicate vanilla cold foam. It’s a love-filled sip that’s as sweet and charming as a kiss. Golden Vanilla: A luxurious espresso and milk blend, sweetened with house-made vanilla syrup and topped with edible 24k gold flakes for a golden indulgence. Mama Coco: A cozy, nutty blend of coconut and macadamia, perfectly sweet and soothing—like a warm embrace full of enduring love. Matcha Latte: A creamy matcha tea latte with antioxidants, gentle energy, and anti-inflammatory benefits for a balanced mind and body. Chai Latte: Black tea infused with a blend of warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and clove, combined with steamed milk for a creamy, sweet and spicy flavor profile. Classic Brews Americano • Breve • Hot Coco • Cappuccino • Cortado Pour Overs Philtered Soul: a medium roast coffee with a hazelnut flavor and notes of maple and caramel Besitos: Transport your senses to the streets of Mexico with our Cafe de Olla. A sweet, spiced dark roast coffee infused with cinnamon and brown cane sugar, offering a vibrant taste of Mexico in every sip. Decaf: A soothing decaf brew crafted from low-acid, sun-dried beans—smooth, mellow, and easy on the senses, perfect for moments of pure relaxation. Love Elixirs Twilight Glow: A radiant blend of elderflower, lavender, and sparkling water, offering a calming and refreshing glow in every sip. Dragon Glow: A vibrant fusion of lychee, dragon fruit, and sparkling water, offering an energizing burst of exotic flavor. Bliss Brews Tranquil Love (CAFFEINE FREE): A calming blend of peppermint, sage, lavender, and licorice root, offering tranquility and balance in every sip. Earl Grey: A refined Earl Grey with the unique touch of Calabrian bergamot and citrus notes. Peach Zen: A refreshing white peach blend with hints of ginger and lemongrass, offering a peaceful, energizing experience. English Breakfast: Organic Black Tea: rich, smooth, strong and full-bodied. Refreshing Radiance Mystic Bubbles: A bubbly blend of refreshing lemon lime soda, playful popping boba, and a hint of purple magic! This soda is a colorful and fun drink that’ll brighten up any celebration. Sip and enjoy a burst of flavor in every bubble! Milks & Flavors Caramel • Hazelnut • Irish Cream • Vanilla ▶Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Sandwiches Hearts Club: Artichoke hearts, turkey, baby arugula, tomato, avocado, basil aioli. Served on marble rye. Country Lovin’: Ham, bacon, tomato, pistachio pesto, greens. Served on brioche. Sunrise Sizzle: Chipotle cream cheese, egg, bacon, cheddar cheese. Served on a bagel. The Morning Melt: Crispy hash brown, melted cheese, scrambled eggs, chicken sausage, roasted pepper aioli. Served on a buttered croissant. Breakfast Banana Affair Crunch: Honey whole wheat loaf topped with almond butter, banana slices, agave nectar, and hemp hearts—a nutrient-packed, wholesome treat to fuel your day! Crush On Avocado: Honey whole wheat loaf topped with smashed avocado, cottage cheese, hard-boiled eggs, chili peppers, and microgreens—a savory, nutrient-packed toast to energize your day! Flatbreads Pesto Passion: Pesto, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomato, balsamic glaze. Old School Love: Pepperoni, mozzarella, chili flakes. Explore Tucson Coffee Scene Tucson Coffee Guide Exo Roast Co. Bar Crisol/Exo Chappopin Cafe EspresSoul Cafe Haute Coffee Red Captain Coffee Company Savaya Coffee at the Flin Savaya Coffee at Williams Centre Savaya Coffee at Synergy Plaza

Number and Street: 20 Avenida Goya

Nuova Simonelli

Buckeye

DeGiNo Coffee

DeGiNo Coffee in Buckeye, AZ is a family owned coffee bar with a menu rooted in beans grown on the owners' own family plantation in Nayarit, Mexico. This one has a story worth knowing. Inocente and Tania Cayetano are third generation coffee growers. Their family has been cultivating Arabica beans in the highlands of Nayarit for generations. Growing at high altitude in shaded terrain without chemicals or pesticides. At some point the family decided to bring that heritage directly to the cup and DeGiNo was born. Before the brick and mortar shop existed they were running a food truck. The shop came later. The beans are organically grown, full bodied and low acid. And if you fall in love with your cup, bags are available to take home. The space is small and full of character. Comfortable inside with a cute little patio out front that adds to the overall charm. It can get lively when packed but that is usually a sign that a neighborhood has found its spot. The staff here genuinely stands out. Every person I interacted with had a warm and positive attitude that felt completely natural rather than scripted. Small touches such as writing positive notes on the cups are nice. It sounds minor but it sets the tone for the whole visit in a way that is hard to forget. DeGiNo is the kind of place that earns your loyalty fast. A real family story, honest coffee and a team that makes you feel like a regular on your first visit. ▶Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. House Specialties (Lattes) Cinnamon Cookie • White Chocolate Mix • Caramel Snow • MexiMocha • Day & Night • Cinnamon Latte • Mocha Truffle • Coconut Mocha • Sweet & Salty • Bunuelo Latte • Honey Oat Shaken Coffee and Espresso Chai Tea • Organic Drip Coffee • Americano • Mocha Latte • Cortado • Cappuccino • Caramel Macchiato Coldbrew Salted Caramel • White chocolate • Vanilla • Caramel • Hazelnut • Coconut Flavorbulls (Energy Drinks) Fairy Boost • Spicy Peach Watermelon • Stop To Paradise • PineBerry Blast • Summer Blush • Buckeye Sunset Natural Boost (Plant Base Energy) Pomegranate • Raspberry • Lime Lemonade • Gianna's Lotus Popping Boba Peach • Mango • Strawberry Lemonades Strawberry • Watermelon • Raspberry • Peach Non Coffee Taro Milk Tea • Chai Tea • Matcha (Vanilla/Strawberry) • Chocolate Dubai Matcha Teas Green • Peach • Black House Drinks Love You Berry M • Be Mine Latte • Love Potion • Cookies & Cream ColdBrew • Banana Bread Matcha • Banana Cloud Latte Summer Drinks Cookies and Cream Coldbrew • Tropical Refresher • Coconut Taro w/coconut cold foam • Cookies&Cream Frappe • Mango Strawberry Italian Soda Milks & FlavorsAlmond • Oat • Soy Sugar Free Flavors Caramel • Vanilla • Mocha • Peach • Watermelon • White Chocolate ▶Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Breakfast & Light Bites Berry Parfait • Grilled PB&J • Power Bagel • Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese • Bagel Sandwich Toasts Classic Avocado Toast • Protein Avocado Toast Salads DeGiNo Garden Salad Kids Menu Mini Avo—Egg Toast • Hazelnut Toast • Mini Classic Avocado Toast • Chocolate milk • Milk • Vanilla or Strawberry MilkShake • Flavored Lemonade with popping boba Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Moxie Coffee Co. Indigo Room Coffee Futuro WeBe Coffee Roasters The Coffee Builders Daydreamer Coffee Collective Coffee

Number and Street: 20940 W Sentinel Dr

La Marzocco

Phoenix

Fair Trade Cafe

Fair Trade Cafe in Downtown Phoenix, AZ is a Latina owned coffee shop and community space in the heart of the Roosevelt Row Arts District. The full menu is listed below. I first heard about Fair Trade Cafe when the owner Stephanie Vasquez appeared on Arizona Family (Channel 3). She was talking about everything being made fresh with no preservatives and I was already sold before the segment ended. Add the fact that it sits in one of my favorite parts of Phoenix and a visit was inevitable. Stephanie opened this place in 2007. That kind of staying power in Downtown Phoenix means something. The shop operates around a "coffee with a conscience" philosophy. The coffee is shade grown, organic and fair trade sourced. The food is made in house. The mission is genuine and you can feel it in the room. And what a room it is. High ceilings, rotating local art on the walls and a vibe that feels decorated with actual culture rather than a designer's idea of culture. Every month a different local artist gets the walls. The work is available for purchase too. It is a quiet but meaningful way to support the local art scene and it gives the space a personality that changes with the city around it. There are two places to sit outdoors. The front area faces the street/train and has more foot traffic and energy. The back patio is tucked into an alcove behind the building and feels almost hidden. I split my time between both and the back patio was the better find. Shaded and calm. A small escape from the Phoenix sun. Now, the coffee. The beans come directly from Cayetano Coffee, a family farm in Mexico that grows single origin beans and does not blend them. They sun dry the beans for three weeks, which is the kind of process that usually signals natural processing and all the fruity complexity that comes with it. So I had high hopes going in. I ordered the latte in the small size (worth noting that both sizes get the same number of shots) and was let down. The roast was so dark that it essentially erased everything the farm worked to build into those beans. Think of it like ordering a great steak and getting it well done. The raw material is there. The execution is not. My advice is to skip the espresso drinks entirely (unless you are a fan of dark/strong coffee). Go for the matcha instead. I also had the Matcha Madness Flight which comes with three different matcha drinks. This was the right call. The flight includes a Maple Sea Salt matcha latte topped with sea salt cold foam, an Earl Grey matcha latte and an Ube matcha latte topped with house made ube whipped cream. All three were genuinely good but the Ube was the standout. Rich, distinct and not cloying. This is where Fair Trade Cafe shines and it is not particularly close. I also tried the lemon bar. It is house made like all the desserts here, but it was too sweet for me to finish. That was a little unfortunate. Service was slow but fine. Be prepared to wait five or more minutes for your drink especially in busy time. Free parking is available in the garage attached to the building from the back side. Fair Trade Cafe is a cool place to hang out in the Roosevelt Row Arts District. ▶Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Specialty Coffee Cup of Coffee • Cold Brew • Cafe Au Lait • Espresso • Americano • Cappuccino • Latte • Mocha Not Coffee Tea • Chai • Cocoa • Milk • Italian Soda • Organic Lemonade • Orange Juice • Matcha Smoothies Finikera Fresca • Desert Sunrise • Chica Fresa • Copper Citrus House Specialties Cafe Helado • The Phoenix • Jefita • Black Magic Woman • Gueritta • Guerita Milks & Flavors Whole • Nonfat • Soy • Almond • Breve • Coconut ▶Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Baked Goodies Pastry Bread • Cookies • Topped Bagel • Croissants • Stuffed Croissants • Buttered or Plain Bagel • Steel Cut Oatmeal Breakfast Sandwiches Breakfast Bagel • Breakfast Croissant • Breakfast Burrito • Chorizo Breakfast Soups, Salads & Small Plates Soup of the Moment • House Salad Hot Sandwiches Fair Trade Cuban Panini • Truffled Grilled Cheese Cold Sandwiches & Wraps BLT • Smoked Salmon Bagel • Turkey Wrap • Turkey Sandwich Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Moxie Coffee Co. Indigo Room Coffee Futuro WeBe Coffee Roasters The Coffee Builders Daydreamer Coffee Collective Coffee

Number and Street: 1020 N 1st Ave

UNIC

Maricopa

Honeycutt Coffee Cafe

Honeycutt Coffee Cafe and Wine Bar in Maricopa, AZ holds a unique spot on the map as the city's only cafe and wine bar combo. The full menu is listed below. This one is a catalog entry rather than a full review. I have not visited Honeycutt and I want to be straight with my readers about that. The concept is genuinely appealing. Coffee and scratch made pastries in the morning. Wine, spirits and cocktails in the evening. All in one locally owned neighborhood spot in a city that does not have a lot of options like this. On paper it checks a lot of boxes. Whether the experience lives up to the concept is something I cannot personally speak to at this time. The Google Maps review section is worth a read before you make the drive. The full drink and food menu is below. ▶Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Coffee & Espresso Hot Coffee • Cold Brew • Iced Coffee • Americano • Latte • Cappuccino • Mocha • White Mocha • Caramel Macchiato Refreshers Strawberry Ace • Orange Glimmer • Wild Berry Hibiscus • Cucumber Melon • Dragon Fruit Frappe Coffee or Cream Protein Shakes Peanut Butter • Chocolate Strawberry • Lucky Charms • Fruity Pebbles Iced Teas Black Tea • Passion Fruit • Tropical • Chai Tea Latte • Hot Tea • Matcha Green Tea Latte Smoothie Wildberry • Mango • Peach • Strawberry Banana • Pina Colada Other Drinks Hot Chocolate • Soda • Lemonade • Red Bull • Italian Creamy Soda • Copa Energy Drink • Lime Energy Drink Specialty Cocktails Copa Sunset • Bahama Mama • Twist My Whisky • Starburst • Margarita • Spicy Strawberry Margarita Cocktails Chocolate Martini • Martini • French Martini • Lemon Drop • Cosmo • The Tornado • Lavender Gin Lemonade • Bloody Mary • Pina Colada • Strawberry Daiquiri Wines Riesling • Pinot Grigio • Sauvignon Blanc • Sparkling Wine • Chardonnay • Moscato • Pinot Noir • Cabernet Sauvignon • Red Blend • Merlot Beers Modelo • Corona • Dos Equis • Guinness • Lagunitas • Coors Light • Bud Light Seltzers • Cinco Vodka Spritz • Ultra • Angry Orchard • 805 Milks & Flavors Soy • Coconut • Almond • Oat • Heavy Cream • Extra Syrup/Sauce ▶Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Breakfast Breakfast Sandwich • Omelette • Egg Bites • Breakfast Burrito Appetizers Beer Battered Fries • Rosemary Fries • Loaded Fries • Warm Nachos • Jalapeño Poppers • Mozzarella Sticks • Onion Rings • Fried Zucchini • Fried Green Beans • Fried Mac & Cheese Bites • Garlic Cheese Curds Sandwiches Copa Club • Turkey Pesto • Grilled Cheese • Tuna Melt • Chicken Cordon Blue • Chicken Strips • Corn Dog • BLT Salads Chef • Chicken Caesar • Cobb • Bacon Chicken Ranch • Chicken Cranberry Desserts Oreo Churro • Caramel Churo

Number and Street: 44400 Honeycutt Rd

Nuova Simonelli

Goodyear

Enroute Coffee & Tea

The West Valley does not get a lot of love in the media. I have said it before. Good coffee options in Goodyear are not exactly abundant. So when someone builds something worth talking about right off the I-10 at Estrella Parkway (literally one exit and you are there), it matters. Enroute is bright and spacious. Polished concrete floors. High ceilings. Soft pastels and botanical accents everywhere. The service counter has this beautiful light blue bar with classic wainscoting detail. A white stone countertop running its full length and leafy green wallpaper on the back wall that ties it all together. It is calm without being cold. The whole area outside feels new too. Medjool palms lining the Estrella Parkway. Shopping centers that still look like they just came out of the box. But here is the thing. Enroute is not trying to be a minimalist third wave coffee bar. It is trying to be the best neighborhood cafe in Goodyear. The menu is one of the broadest I have seen at an independent shop. Specialty lattes, loose leaf teas, matcha, chai, lotus energy drinks, protein smoothies, Italian sodas, a full food menu and a kids menu too. This is the place you bring a group with wildly different tastes and everyone finds something. And the coffee? Espresso shots are pulled on a gorgeous Nuova Simonelli machine using a naturally processed Brazilian single origin roasted by Union Coffee Co. For drip and other coffee options, they switch to a light roasted Brazil and Colombia blend that skews brighter and more delicate. I had a straight latte with double shot of espresso and it was great. Smooth, well extracted and no bitterness hiding behind milk. A lot of shops can build fun signature drinks but completely fall apart at the espresso. Not here. I also tried the seasonal Ube Caramel latte cold and it was fantastic. Not too sweet and refreshing in a way that made me wish it had a permanent spot on the menu year round. Comfy chairs, strong wifi, outlets everywhere and everything sparkly clean. People come here to stay a while. Enroute is exactly what you want to find one exit off the freeway in Goodyear. ▶Click to View the Drink Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. Coffee Bar Drip Coffee • Cold Brew • Americano • Latte • Single Flavored Latte Specialty Coffee Mocha • Caramel Drinks • Signature Lattes • Signature Frappes! • Specialty Lattes Caffeine FREE! Creme Frappes! • Italian Soda • Orange juice • Lemonade • Hot Cocoa Smoothie Smoothie • Snickerdoodle Protein Smoothie! • Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie • Banana Split Protein Smoothie Lotus Energy Drinks Signature Lotus Drinks • Build Your OWN lotus TEA Matcha Green Tea • Chai Tea • Tea! (Loose Leaf) March (Seasonal) Screwball Cold Brew • Groundskeeper Matcha • Batter-scotch • Pot O' Gold • Cinniccati Chai • Four Leaf Clover Lotus ▶Click to View the Food Menu Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available. BREAKFAST & LUNCH Sausage Breakfast Pizza • Parkway Breakfast Burrito • Bagel Breakfast Sandwich • Avo Bravo • Artisan Avocado • Iconic Cozy Crunch Bowl • Chicken Strips • Goat fig yourself Flatbread • Chorizo Sammy • Bacon Breakfast Pizza • Chorizo burrito • Bagel & Cream Cheese • Sassy Avocado • Yogurt Parfait • Hot n' Buttered Cinnamon Roll • Blanco Flatbread • Ham, egg and cheese Croissant Sandwiches & Wraps Turkey Avo Panini • Birds n Bee's Sammy • Crispy Chicken Sandwich • Jesse's wrap Kids Friendly Kids Chicken Strips and Fries Explore Top Phoenix Coffee Shops All Coffee Shops in Phoenix Moxie Coffee Co. Indigo Room Coffee Futuro WeBe Coffee Roasters The Coffee Builders Daydreamer Coffee Collective Coffee

Number and Street: 15605 West Roosevelt St

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Arizona Interactive Coffee Shops Map

Arizona Coffee Shops
360+ in One Place