Coffee Shops Open Late in Phoenix AZ
Looking for coffee shops open late in Phoenix AZ? This guide features the best late night coffee shops across downtown Phoenix, Arcadia, Roosevelt Row, and nearby neighborhoods. I carefully researched and curated these spots for night owls, late workers, and anyone who needs a place to unwind after hours. From cozy cafes with soft lighting to modern spaces with plenty of seating and WiFi, these Phoenix coffee shops stay open later than most and offer a reliable place to work, meet friends, or enjoy a quiet night with great coffee.
Did you know Puerto Rico grows coffee? I did not. Not until I walked into Chico Coffee Bar in Downtown Phoenix and got humbled... But let me back up. Chico is a new house roaster on the ground floor of a modern brick building on Roosevelt Row, tucked under some shade trees. And the location matters. The Roosevelt arts district is like no other in Phoenix! Here historic brick buildings sit next to modern apartments, galleries and coffee shops. The murals are everywhere. It is walkable. It is lively.Β It is the kind of neighborhood where a coffee becomes part of a morning stroll.
You walk into Chico and the vibe hits you fast. A warm brick accent wall. A handwritten chalkboard menu wrapped in greenery. Vinyl records on the walls (there is a whole Michael Jackson situation going on). And comfortable dark wood seating that begs you to stay a while. It is cozy. It is stylish. It is a great place to work or just slow down. The outdoor setup is simple but welcoming. A small table with chairs sits right under the black metal overhang. The concrete sidewalk stays clean and those shade trees do their part. It is the perfect spot for a quick coffee break outside.
But the real hook is in the cup. The owner, Jonathan, roasts the beans himself over in San Tan, and the house blend is a mix of Mexican, Puerto Rican and Colombian coffee. I was skeptical. I am a guy who favors light roasted single origin beans, so a three country blend usually is not my thing. Then my latte arrived and won me over. As it cooled, the blend started to tell its story. The Mexican beans bring a nutty, almost almond note up front. The Puerto Rican beans follow with a smooth, creamy sweetness. And a tiny hit of bright citrus at the end gives away the Colombian addition tying the whole thing together. My one nitpick is the milk arrived steamed too hot. Had it come in a bit cooler, those notes would have popped even more. And yeah, I went home and fell down a Puerto Rican coffee rabbit hole (turns out they grow Bourbon, Typica and a local variety called Limani up in the Cordillera Central mountains). Who knew! Honestly, that was one of the highlights of my visit. It pushed me to learn about an origin I had completely overlooked.
A couple more things. Chico never adds a surcharge for milk alternatives which is a quiet kindness in a world of oat milk upcharges. The signature Cafe Chico latte uses a house made brown sugar syrup with maple notes. As of my visit, most of the other syrups are commercial and that house made brown sugar is the lone exception. I am excited to see where Jonathan takes this and I would love to watch that house made lineup grow into more syrups and purees. Oh, and the baristas adjust shot counts by cup size to keep the strength balanced which shows that they care.
Downtown Phoenix has plenty of good coffee. But not many shops will teach you something new about where coffee comes from. Chico did. So go out there and support this local family business. It is the kind of shop worth rooting for.
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Coffee & Espresso
Espresso β’ Con panna β’ Cortado β’ Cappuccino β’ Americano β’ House coffee β’ Cold brew β’ Horchata cold brew β’ Cafe latte β’ Cafe mocha β’ Cafe blanco β’ Cafe matador β’ Cafe chico β’ Cafe bombon β’ Cafe Havana β’ Cafe Chata
Teas & Refreshers
Iced tea β’ Hibiscus Palmer β’ Chai β’ Dirty chai β’ Matcha β’ Fresh OJ β’ Fresh lemonade β’ Pup cup
Milks
Oat β’ Almond β’ Coconut
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Bakery
Muffins β’ Assorted pastries
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Urbo | Urban Bodega
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Number and Street:
888 N 1st Ave
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.
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Iced Signature Lattes
Date Vanilla β’ White Choc Pistachio β’ White Choc Biscoff β’ Spanish β’ White Sands β’ Baklava β’ Banana Pudding Matcha β’ Date Cream Matcha β’ TiramisΓΊ
Classics
Espresso β’ Macchiato β’ Cortado β’ Cappuccino β’ Americano β’ Latte β’ Mocha β’ Iced Shaken Espresso
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Futuro
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The Coffee Builders
Daydreamer Coffee
Collective Coffee
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Number and Street:
2603 N Central Ave
Lux Central in Phoenix is a HIDDEN coffee roastery and cocktail bar with no sign. It is the unmarked industrial spot in Central Phoenix that locals talk about. The catch? You have to find the entrance first. This is not a coffee shop that wants to be discovered easily. No sign marks the building. The entrance hides in the back parking lot. First time visitors circle the block multiple times before figuring it out. Once you step inside though, the experience does not match the mystery.
This is supposed to be where the magic happens. Lux Central roasts the beans that they use here and end up at their Kierland location across the valley. The roaster they use looks ancient and worn out. The roasting room appears trashed with burlap sacks tossed around, hoses running across the floor and clutter piled in every corner. The espresso machine pulling shots out front looks just as old and tired. I highly doubt there is any real commitment to quality happening behind the scenes.
The space tries to be many things at once. Coffee shop by day. Bar by night. Restaurant somewhere in between. Morning brings pastries from the bakery team but the talent at this location falls short. Katie at the Kierland location in Scottsdale produces work that puts these bakers to shame. The desserts I bought at Lux Central were nothing special. Maybe my expectations were too high after visiting the Scottsdale location first. That spot set the bar so high that I walked in here expecting the same and did not get it. The Guatemala single origin and house blend get pulled into espresso drinks and pour overs. Afternoon shifts into lunch service. Evening transforms the space as the bar takes center stage with craft cocktails.
Walking into Lux Central feels like stepping into a different world. Industrial meets vintage across multiple connected rooms. Eclectic furniture creates dozens of distinct seating areas. Each room has its own character. Mismatched couches sit near communal tables. Concrete floors anchor the industrial vibe while vintage touches soften the edges. The layout sprawls in unexpected ways.
It is crazy busy and music plays loud in the background. Conversations layer over each other. The bar gets even louder as evening approaches. People pack into every available seat. Nothing here feels peaceful or contemplative. The volume stays high. The crowd stays packed in tight. This coffee shop is definitely not for everyone.
Parking could be a challenge during peak times. The small lot fills quickly. Street parking disappears. Plan to circle the block or walk a few blocks if you arrive during busy hours. The popularity creates its own friction. Everyone wants to be here. Not everyone can find a spot easily.
The food program extends beyond typical coffee shop offerings. Breakfast runs from scrambled eggs to biscuits and gravy. Lunch brings salads, sandwiches, and their famous mac and cheese. Dinner offers items like NY strip steak. The kitchen operates throughout the day with different menus at different times. Cocktails get crafted without a printed menu. You tell the bartenders what you like and they build something custom.
Service runs cold here. The staff I dealt with carried clear attitude and I did not feel welcomed. There was no warmth and no attentiveness. Just indifference and an edge that soured the entire visit. The way you get treated at the counter sets the tone for everything else and the tone here was sour.
The contrast between Lux Central and the Scottsdale location (Lux Max Annex) is night and day. Scottsdale runs quieter, calmer and the quality across coffee and pastries is noticeably better. If you want the Lux name without the chaos then drive to Kierland instead.
Lux Central wants to be many things at once. The hybrid model stretches thin. The roasting setup raises real questions about what is in the cup. The unmarked entrance and chaotic energy will not appeal to most people. For those who want their coffee experience served with volume, a packed crowd, and questionable roasting practices, this hidden roastery delivers exactly that.
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Coffee
Drip Coffee β’ Cold Brew β’ Espresso β’ Americano β’ Macchiato β’ Cortado β’ Cappuccino β’ Latte β’ Flat White β’ Mocha β’ Chai Latte β’ Matcha Latte
Alcoholic Beverages & Cocktails
Espresso Martini β’ Mimosa β’ Bloody Mary β’ Aperol Spritz β’ House Wine β’ Local Craft Beer Selection
Non-Alcoholic Refreshments
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice β’ Seasonal Lemonade β’ Iced Tea β’ Sparkling Water
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Breakfast (Served until 11:00am)
Classic Breakfast Sandwich β’ Avocado Toast β’ Steel Cut Oatmeal β’ Greek Yogurt Parfait β’ Smoked Salmon Bagel β’ Fresh Fruit Bowl
Lunch (Served 11:00am - 3:00pm)
Quinoa Power Bowl β’ Classic Grilled Cheese β’ Roasted Turkey Club β’ Seasonal Harvest Salad β’ Daily Soup Selection
Dinner (Served 5:00pm - 9:00pm)
Braised Short Rib β’ Pan-Seared Salmon β’ Wild Mushroom Risotto β’ Herb Roasted Chicken β’ Charcuterie Board
Checkout:
Lux Max Annex Kierland - Lux's second location in Scottsdale offers a quieter luxury atmosphere with pastry chef Katie's fresh daily desserts.
Indigo Room Coffee - A hidden gem inside of an antique store.
Laymoon Cafe - Experience an incredible Baklava Latte in nearby Tempe.
Aden Coffee House - A unique Yemeni coffee shop near ASU.
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Number and Street:
4402 N Central Ave
Most coffee shops pick a lane. Morning spot or night spot. Bakery or bar. The Grove, sitting on High Street in north Phoenix's Desert Ridge area decided to ignore that rule entirely.
High Street is a polished and walkable lifestyle district. It is the kind of place that feels curated without feeling corporate. The Grove fits that energy well. It reads less like a corner bakery and more like something that belongs in a destination. Right next door sits the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & SPA (home to one of the best golf courses in the Valley) and if you are staying there, The Grove is less than a mile walk away.
Walk in and the room does a lot of things right. The paint is light and bright. The barista bar has beautiful wood paneling. Round tables paired with elegant upholstered chairs are spread across smooth concrete floors. On one side you get booth style seating sharing tables. On the other you'll notice a long bar by the windows with stools for people who prefer to watch life go by outside. Beautiful wall lamps. Flower bouquets and roses on the tables. It is the kind of interior that makes you slow down a little before you even order.
The coffee comes from Passport Coffee and Tea which is a respected Valley roaster. For espresso drinks,Β The Grove pulls from the Portofino blend which is a medium light roast built from Ethiopian, Costa Rican, Guatemalan and Brazilian beans with caramel front and center. It showed up clearly in my latte. It was balanced and full bodied without being heavy.
For drip, the Tuscany Blend takes over. It is a medium dark roast with Central American and Indonesian beans and the tasting notes lean toward dark chocolate and caramel. I had a small drip sample and it delivered exactly that. Shots are pulled on a La Marzocca Linea which is the kind of machine serious coffee shops own.
The bakery items looked genuinely great. Croissants, muffins and more. I had made the mistake of eating a big breakfast before arriving so I had to pass. Next visit I am coming hungry!
Now. About the other thing.
Thursday through Saturday, The Grove stays open until 1:00am (as of this writing) with a Midnight Menu starting at 6pm. The espresso machine runs all the way to close. That alone makes this place unusual. But the real surprise is in the back of the shop.
Look for the phone booth.
Punch star 78 on the keypad. Push the door. You are now inside Star Seventy-Eight, a speakeasy that feels like the prohibition era decided to set up shop behind a coffee shop in north Phoenix. The space is quaint and intimate. A true speakeasy should have no signage outside and a creative way in. Star Seventy-EightΒ almost nails that down.
I visited in the morning (when I needed the caffeine the most) so I did not make it inside the the speakeasy. Plus I think it requires reservation for folks coming to it. I linked to there web site if you are interested. I will try to keep this conversation about coffee.
The Grove is doing something genuinely fun here. A bright elegant cafe by day with serious coffee and beautiful pastries. A hidden speakeasy by night with a phone booth entrance. High Street picked a good neighbor.
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Coffee
Latte β’ Sweet Latte β’ Cappuccino β’ Americano β’ Mocha β’ Brew Coffee β’ Cold Brew β’ Nitro Cold Brew
Not Coffee
Matcha Latte β’ Chai Latte β’ London Fog β’ Hot Chocolate β’ Steeped Tea
Valentine's Day Specials
Love U So Matcha β’ Chocolate Strawberry Cold Brew β’ Cherry-Licious Mocha β’ Rose Gold Latte β’ Cupids Chai β’ Love Spell
Alternative Milks
Almond Milk β’ Oat Milk
Flavors
Coconut β’ Caramel β’ Cane Sugar β’ Mocha β’ White Mocha β’ Hazelnut β’ Honey β’ Lavender β’ Mac Nut β’ Pistachio β’ Brown Sugar β’ Maple Syrup β’ Peppermint β’ Vanilla β’ Salted Caramel β’ Strawberry β’ Dragon Fruit β’ Cherry β’ Mango β’ Sugar Free Caramel β’ Sugar Free Vanilla β’ Sugar Free Hazelnut β’ Sugar Free Mocha β’ Sugar Free White Mocha
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Artisan Baked Goods
Issy's Banana Bread β’ Sunrise Muffin β’ Cranberry Apple Muffin β’ Almond Croissant β’ Chocolate Croissant β’ Plain Croissant β’ Blondies
Grandma's Cookie Jar
Chocolate Chip Cookie β’ Desert Trail Cookie
The Pantry
AM Wrap β’ Farm-to-Table Bowl β’ Harvest Biscuit
Lunch
Sourdough Turkey Club β’ Brie and Apple Melt β’ Garden Chicken Wrap
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Collective Coffee
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Number and Street:
5415 E High St
Cafecito in Phoenix has a menu built around Mexican coffee culture, and it earns its place among the better coffee spots in the city. It sits inside Otro Cafe tucked into the Uptown / North Central corridor close to the Phoenix Mountain Preserve.
The coffee bar was born when Otro Cafe's ownership (Doug Robson and partner Carlos Diaz) knocked through a wall into the neighboring storefront. Phoenix New TimesΒ described it as a love letter to Mexican coffee culture, and that feels right. The whole thing was built to handle brunch overflow from next door, but it has grown into its own thing entirely.
The beans come from Esso Coffee, a local female owned roastery chosen for its caramel and chocolate leaning darker roast profile. The coffee is strong and well prepared. It does not try to be delicate or tea-like. It wants to be bold and it pulls that off.
The specialty drink menu is where things get fun. The horchata latte and the cajeta latte are the ones people talk about most and they are both worth trying. Cafe de olla inspired drinks and licuados round out a menu that feels genuinely connected to Mexican tradition rather than just borrowing the aesthetics.
The pastries deserve their own mention. They are made in house and are one of the best in the area. Fresh, flavorful and the kind of thing that makes it harder to say no when you are just "stopping by for a coffee".
The space itself is chill. Latin music plays, the bar seating works well for solo visits and the vibe leans relaxed rather than performative. If you live nearby, it is easy to make this becoming a regular stop. It is also a natural fit for anyone coming off a morning hike at Piestewa or up in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve area.
One thing worth knowing: if you end up here and the smell of Otro Cafe's food starts pulling at you, that is not a problem unique to you. Their pancakes have a reputation for a reason.
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Coffee & Espresso
Drip β’ Iced Coffee β’ Cold Brew β’ Espresso β’ Red Eye β’ Latte β’ Cortado β’ Americano β’ Cappuccino β’ Macchiato
Specialty Lattes
La Lechera β’ Cafe De Olla β’ Horchata Con Cafe β’ Cinnamon Mocha Latte β’ Cajeta Latte β’ Buenos Dias β’ Honey Lavender β’ Choco Abuelita
Tea & Other
Matcha β’ Strawberry Horchata β’ Golden Milk β’ Chai β’ London Fog β’ OJ β’ Licuado (PB Banana β’ Protein)
Milks & Flavors
Oat β’ Almd β’ Coconut
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Bakery & Pastries
Cinnamon conchas β’ blackberry jasmine tea cake β’ cookies β’ sweet potato scone β’ Guava danish β’ guava and cheese dansih β’ blackberry lemon poppy mantecadas β’ Conchita β’ French toast croissant β’ gluten free peanut butter cookies β’ Mexican wedding cookies (with pecans + fig jam)
Desserts
Ice cream (multiple flavors) β’ chocolate passion fruit cake
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Urbo | Urban Bodega
Window Coffee Bar
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Number and Street:
6041 N 7th St
URBO Urban Bodega in downtown Phoenix has a menu that includes espresso drinks, iced frappes, smoothies and hot food. That opening sentence probably raised an eyebrow or two among the craft coffee crowd. Fair enough. A coffee shop inside a convenience store is not exactly the usual territory covered on this site. But URBO earns its place here and I will explain why.
First, the machine. The espresso bar runs on a two-group La Marzocco Linea. If that name means nothing to you, just know it is the same industry workhorse sitting behind the counter at many of the serious third wave shops in the Valley. Consistency, shot quality, proper milk steaming. That machine does not end up in a bodega by accident.
Second, the beans. URBO uses WeBe Swingset, a blend from the acclaimed WeBe Coffee Roasters which I reviewed separately on this site. It is a medium roast made from washed and natural processed specialty grade coffee. Tropical fruit, caramel and milk chocolate are the characteristics/notes that come through. These are real specialty and well sourced beans. The kind of thing you would find at a dedicated craft shop.
Third, and this one actually matters quite a bit: the hours. Hot espresso drinks are available until 6:30 PM. Cold brew runs all the way to 11 PM. By the time most third wave shops have flipped the sign and wiped down the portafilters, URBO is still pulling shots. For late study sessions or long work stretches downtown, that alone changes the math.
The food side covers breakfast sandwiches and fresh pizza (a Margherita or a prosciutto, if you want to make a moment of it). There is also a small front patio with a few benches where you can sit in the shade and watch the foot traffic and cars move along Fillmore St.
Is it a specialty coffee destination? No. Is it a smart, practical option with better coffee than it has any reason to serve? Absolutely. Sometimes that is exactly what you need.
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Coffee
Latte β’ Cappuccino β’ Americano β’ Nitro Cold Brew β’ Fresh Brewed Drip β’ Espresso β’ Cold Brew
Iced Frappes
Mocha β’ Caramel β’ White Mocha β’ Mint Chocolate Cookie β’ White Chocolate Raspberry β’ White Choco Raspberry
Teas
Hot or Iced Tea β’ Lattea β’ Chai Tea β’ Black Rose β’ Salted Caramel β’ London Fog β’ Swiss Ivory β’ Tea Shot β’ Earl Grey β’ Lavender β’ Coconut Rush β’ Green Tea β’ Matcha
Special Drinks
Iced Nitro Chai Latte β’ Wake Me Up! β’ Iced Caramel Turtle
Smoothies
PB & Banana β’ Blueberry β’ Strawberry β’ Triple Berry
Milks & Flavors
Half & Half β’ Almond Milk β’ Soy Milk β’ Oat Milk β’ Chocolate β’ Caramel β’ Hazelnut β’ Flavor Pump
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Breakfast Sammies
The Classic β’ The Thanksgiving β’ Keep It Simple β’ Hammy Sammy β’ PB & J Time β’ Toasted Bagel
Fresh Pizza
Cheese β’ Pepperoni β’ Margherita β’ Prosciutto β’ Veggie β’ Sausage β’ Cheese Bread
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Number and Street:
603 W Fillmore St
Provision Coffee is a roastery, cocktail bar and restaurant housed inside a striking two story glass building in Phoenix. The interior is bright and filled with lush greenery. High ceilings and floor to ceiling windows make it feel more like a botanical atrium than a coffee shop. The space looks like it was originally designed as a building lobby or reception area in a corporate setting that got adapted into a coffee shop. Whatever it was before, it works beautifully now.
Provision operates as a coffee roaster, cocktail bar and full restaurant. The food program is strong. They source from respected local names like Noble Bread and Chula Seafood. Brunch classics like Avocado Toast and Smoked Salmon Bagels are on the menu. Expect higher prices but the quality of ingredients reflects that.
The coffee side is where I have mixed feelings. They roast their own beans which is a plus. For daily service they run a high end Eversys Enigma super automatic machine. A super automatic does everything at the push of a button. It grinds, tamps, extracts and steams milk with no barista hands on the process. For a high volume operation it makes sense from a speed and consistency standpoint. But for a place that brands itself as specialty coffee, it is a letdown. A super automatic will give you a clean and repeatable shot but it will not give you the kind of nuance and control that a skilled barista can pull from a traditional machine. They do have a single head Mavam under counter espresso machine on site as well. The Mavam is a proper espresso machine and a beautiful one at that (it sits hidden beneath the counter with only the group head visible). I asked for my drink to be made on it and they were happy to do so. I am not sure what their standard policy is on when they use the Mavam versus the Eversys. My guess is that during busy periods they default to the super automatic to keep up with volume.
I will be honest. Both of our drinks were just ok. Nothing bad but nothing that made me stop and think about what I was tasting. We visited on a Saturday late morning and the place was packed. I never got a chance to ask which beans they use for espresso. My honest take is that you go to Provision for the atmosphere and the food. The space is genuinely stunning and the restaurant menu delivers. But if you are coming specifically for the coffee, temper your expectations.
One thing to know before you go. Provision limits wifi access to keep tables available for dining. There is no wifi on Fridays and weekends. This is a place designed for you to sit down, eat well and look up from your phone for a while.
I have walked into hundreds of coffee shops in Arizona. Very few of them made me pause at the door just to take in the room. Provision did. The coffee may not be the reason I come back but the feeling of being inside that building is. Some spaces just do something to you. This is one of them.
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Coffee
Coffee β’ Flash-Chilled Iced Coffee β’ Nitro Cold Brew β’ Espresso β’ Americano β’ Cortado β’ Cappuccino β’ Latte β’ Espresso Tonic β’ Honey Lavender Latte β’ Shakerato β’ Southwest Sunrise
Tea
Peach Blossom White Tea β’ Blueberry Rooibos β’ Wild Tonic Kombucha β’ Sonoran Squeeze β’ Kyoto Blossom β’ Matcha Latte β’ Chai Latte β’ Flash-Chilled Iced Tea β’ English Breakfast β’ Earl Grey Lavender β’ Jade Cloud Green β’ Peach Blossom White β’ Golden Chamomile Blossom β’ Lavender Mint β’ Elderberry Healer
Seasonal Items
Miso Caramel Latte β’ Black & White Matcha β’ Pink Mole Latte β’ Calamansi Tonic
Milk Options
Clover Dairy Whole Milk β’ Califia Barista Oat Milk β’ Califia Barista Almond Milk β’ PKN Barista Pecan Milk β’ Coconut Almond Cold Foam
Flavors
Vanilla β’ Caramel β’ Chocolate β’ White Chocolate β’ Hazelnut β’ Raw Local Honey β’ Spiced Honey β’ Vanilla Monk Fruit (Sugar-Free)
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Breakfast & Brunch
Avocado Toast β’ Smoked Salmon Bagel β’ Breakfast Sandwich β’ Breakfast Burrito β’ Morning Classic β’ Quiche Lorraine β’ Belgian Liege Waffles
Flatbreads, Salads & Bowls
Margherita Flatbread β’ Pepperoni Flatbread β’ Limoncello Flatbread β’ Citrus Fennel Salad β’ Protein Bowl
Sandwiches
Steak Sandwich β’ Turkey Club Sandwich β’ Italian Sandwich
Sides
Spiced potatoes β’ Fresh seasonal fruit β’ Soft scramble eggs β’ JUST vegan eggs β’ Arugula & cherry tomato salad β’ Cucumber & feta salad β’ Zapps Voodoo Chips
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Brunch Cocktails
Seasonal Mimosa β’ Carajillo (Coffee Mimosa) β’ Espresso Martini β’ Aperol Spritz β’ Bloody Mary
Signature Cocktails
New Deal β’ 50 Shades of Lavender β’ Copper & Cactus β’ A Walk in Oaxaca β’ Italian Honeymoon β’ Coffee Negroni β’ Snowbird β’ As Time Goes By β’ Mexico City After Midnight
Seasonal Cocktails
Nightcapp β’ The Phoenix
Classic Cocktails
Sazerac β’ Espresso Martini β’ Aviation β’ Gold Rush β’ Martini β’ Daiquiri β’ Margarita β’ Oaxacan Old Fashioned
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Drinks
All Beers β’ House Wines β’ N/A Michelada β’ N/A Spritz β’ N/A Negroni β’ Amaro Highball β’ Blackberry Lemon Drop β’ Golden Hour Iced Tea
Food
Whipped Feta Dip β’ Caprese Bruschetta β’ Warmed Nuts β’ Steak Tacos β’ Bacon Grilled Cheese β’ Charcuterie Board
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Number and Street:
711 E Missouri Ave Ste 115
Sip Coffee and Beer Garage in Phoenix feels like someone turned a service bay into a hangout and then never stopped adding reasons to stay. It is open and a little industrial but somehow still comfortable enough to disappear into your laptop for hours.
By day it is a full on coffee shop. And they are serious about it. Two La Marzocco Lineas sit behind the barista counter. Not one. Two! Maybe they needed the volume. Maybe they just really like La Marzocco. Either way, two is better than one.
Custom blends, espresso drinks and a steady stream of breakfast burritos and sandwiches keep the place humming. The drive thru adds that very Phoenix convenience so you can grab an Breakfast Burrito and a latte without leaving the car. Then circle back later to actually sit and hang out.
The patio here is genuinely beautiful. Shaded and comfortable with that Arcadia energy around you. Dog friendly too. The kind of outdoor space where you sit down for a quick coffee and look up an hour later wondering where the time went.
As evening hits, things get interesting. There is a whole cocktail lounge hiding under the cafe.
The playlists stay loud enough to feel alive but not chaotic. For a one stop Arcadia spot that covers coffee, work time and a proper night out, this place does the job without breaking a sweat.
Enjoyed this spot? Check out Sip Coffee and Beer in Old Town Scottsdale for the same great concept with a different neighborhood vibe. Or browse my full Phoenix coffee shops guide for more great finds across the city.
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Number and Street:
3620 E Indian School Rd
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