Cafetal Coffee
Tempe, AZ
About This Place
Business Name:
Cafetal Coffee Tempe, AZ
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Cafetal Coffee offers a heartfelt taste of Colombia right in the heart of Tempe! This is a true farm-to-cup experience, where the delicious and smooth coffee is grown on their own 6th generation family coffee farm before being locally roasted. You can taste the pride and passion in every single cup from a perfectly crafted latte to one of their wonderfully inventive seasonal creations. The food menu is just as incredible featuring authentic Colombian staples like delicious Arepas and savory Empanadas that perfectly complement the coffee. More than anything, what makes Cafetal so special is the atmosphere. Stepping inside feels like being welcomed into a family's living room! For a coffee experience that is as authentic and heartwarming as it is delicious, Cafetal is an absolute must visit.
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Location & Details
4.7
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556
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Hours:
| Sunday | 8:30AM-2PM |
| Monday | 7AM-4PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM-4PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM-4PM |
| Thursday | 7AM-4PM |
| Friday | 7AM-4PM |
| Saturday | 8:30AM-2PM |
777 S College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
33.42
-111.93
The Coffee Experience
In-House Roaster
Slow Bar (Pour-Over, etc.)
Features Single-Origin
Retails Single-Origin Beans
Milk Alternatives
Nootropic or Mushroom Coffee
Siphon Brewing
Menu Highlights
In-House Bakery
Artisan Breads
Pastries & Sweets
Vegan Options
Crepes Available
Dubai Chocolate Available
Ice Cream Available
Serves Bagels
Refresher Drinks
Commitment to Craft
Esspresso Machine Make:
La Marzocco
Esspresso Machine Model:
Linea Classic
Amenities & Vibe
Wi-Fi & Work Friendly
Indoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Pets Allowed Outside
Live Performances
Great Ambiance
Payment Methods
NFC Mobile Payments
Debit Cards
Credit Cards
Accessibility & Facilities
Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Contact Information
Tempe
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