There is something special about finding a place that feels like a secret. Even when you know exactly where it is. Serafina sits up in North Phoenix. It is tucked into a shopping center surrounded by mountains and golf courses. The drive out here rewards you with an experience that justifies every minute.
The space is rustic-industrial chic done right. Exposed brick covers the walls. Concrete floors stretch below. Visible ductwork runs overhead. The bones are industrial. What keeps it from feeling cold is the warm lighting. Natural wood accents soften everything up. Behind the counter sits a world map tapestry. An eclectic art gallery decorates the brick wall at the opposite side. You get the sense that the people running this place actually care about more than just espresso shots. Though they definitely care about those too.
Then there is that shiny red and silver roaster near the entrance. You will often see it actively working. It is turning green beans into something magical.
What really gets me is the philosophy. Damian Serafine brought specialty coffee to Phoenix back in 1994. This was before Starbucks even showed up locally. He trained in New York. He got certified as a barista then decided the Valley deserved better. Now three decades later he is still at it. He is still focused on direct-trade relationships with small family farms. He is still obsessed with getting the bean right. He is still making people feel like family. This is someone's life's work.
Right now (fall 2025) Serafina is doing something bold. They are specializing exclusively in Mexican Chiapas beans. Medium body. Notes of chocolate and brown sugar. The kind of focus that comes from really knowing what you are serving. They also got a slow bar with pour-overs and even a French press. A beautiful red Wega Vela machine pulls shots. A seasonal menu shifts with intention. Think "Bonfire" Think "The Scarecrow" with toffee and pumpkin cream. Think a "Cinderella" Pumpkin Latte that probably tastes like fall.
The whole thing feels like walking into a place where people actually know what they are doing. The dog friendly vibe is genuine. The coffee reflects years of thoughtfulness. It is not chasing trends. If you are in North Phoenix and you haven't made the drive up there yet, you should.
Read my full review of Serafina Coffee Roasters on the dedicated Phoenix page.
| Sunday | 8AM-2PM |
| Monday | 7AM-7PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM-7PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM-7PM |
| Thursday | 7AM-7PM |
| Friday | 7AM-7PM |
| Saturday | 7AM-7PM |
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