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Savaya Coffee Market at The Flin is a peaceful and sunlit hidden gem in downtown Tucson. This beautifully designed shop is a quiet retreat for true coffee connoisseurs. As a premier local roaster, Savaya shows an exceptional commitment to coffee craft. The menu features a full craft brew bar with methods like Pour-over, Siphon, and Aeropress. You can explore rare and exclusive single-origin beans from around the world. Baristas pull exquisite espresso shots on a top-tier La Marzocco machine. Savaya Coffee Market is an essential destination for an unparalleled coffee experience.
Number and Street:
108 S Church Ave
Discover Talega Coffee Co. a stylish hidden gem on a quiet tree-lined street in downtown Tucson. This owner-operated shop is celebrated by coffee snobs as one of Arizona's best. The passion of the owners, Rene and Tyler, shines through in their exceptional service and welcoming energy. They serve a focused menu of classic espresso drinks, and each cup showcases a deep and smooth flavor without bitterness. The creative specialty drinks like the La Rosa Latte with Arizona wildflower honey are a must-try. With a beautiful, dog friendly courtyard and consistently amazing coffee, a visit to Talega Coffee Co is an essential Tucson experience.
Number and Street:
236 S Scott Ave
Crema Coffee in Tucson is a hidden gem for true coffee lovers. This family owned shop offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere perfect for studying or relaxing. Baristas craft exceptional drinks on a top-tier Nuova Simonelli Aurelia Wave espresso machine. The menu highlights coffee craft with offerings like the highly praised cortado and rotating single-origin espresso beans. They even use a single large ice cube in iced drinks to preserve the pure flavor. For a consistently amazing cup made with passion, Crema Coffee is a must-visit.
Number and Street:
3725 W Ina Rd #120
Pour My Coffee Co is a local favorite in Tucson's Rita Ranch neighborhood. It is located in a convenient shopping center. This modern cafe offers a comfortable environment for work, meetings, or just relaxing. Baristas craft drinks on a top-tier La Marzocco Linea PB machine, renowned for producing exceptional espresso (a sign of commitment to quality). The menu features delicious signature lattes, classic drinks, and fresh food items like breakfast sandwiches and pastries.
Number and Street:
9136 E Valencia Rd #160
Caffe Globe in Tucson is a hidden gem inside the Door Church. The Cafe serving exceptional espresso from a world-class Victoria Arduino Eagle One machine. While a church-affiliated cafe is unusual for this directory, the investment in this competition-level equipment signals an uncompromising commitment to coffee quality earning its place on this list. The menu features classic espresso drinks and creative specialties like the Pistachio Bliss cold foam cold brew. Please note, Caffe Globe has very limited hours. They are open only on weekday mornings from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and are closed on weekends. For a premium quality espresso prepared with passion, a visit during their open hours is highly recommended.
Number and Street:
2950 E Irvington Rd
Located on Stone Avenue, Red Captain Coffee operates out of a charming red coffee cart and is a true hidden gem in Tucson. This spot is an absolute must visit for any serious coffee lover. Behind the cart lies a beautiful and serene desert garden patio, providing a peaceful oasis for patrons to relax and enjoy their coffee. The staff and owner are consistently praised for being exceptionally kind, passionate, and welcoming, creating a wonderful neighborhood feel. Please note that Red Captain Coffee is closed on Mondays.
The dedication to coffee as a craft is immediately evident from their impressive menu. Red Captain boasts a full craft brew bar offering a rotating selection of exquisite single-origin beans from around the world. These beans can be meticulously prepared using Aeropress, V60, or Chemex methods, allowing the nuanced flavors of each origin to shine. The baristas are knowledgeable and clearly care about their craft, pulling excellent espresso shots and creating both classic drinks and unique Mexican-inspired lattes like Horchata and Mazapan. For an unparalleled craft coffee experience in a beautiful, tranquil setting, Red Captain Coffee is one of Tucson's finest.
Number and Street:
4004 N Stone Ave
Located inside the American Eat Co. food hall in Tucson, HeBrews Coffee is a faith-based cafe that has quickly become a local favorite. This welcoming spot offers a warm and uplifting atmosphere, often filled with the sound of Christian music. Patrons consistently praise the exceptionally friendly and kind staff who serve a large and creative menu. The specialty lattes, like the popular Horchata, Churro, and Tiramisu, are expertly crafted and full of flavor. In addition to excellent coffee, HeBrews serves a full menu of delicious protein bowls, fruit bowls, and toasts. Please note that they are closed on Mondays. For a consistently wonderful experience that combines great coffee with a positive and unique vibe, a visit to HeBrews Coffee is highly recommended.
Number and Street:
1439 S 4th Ave
Located on Congress Street in downtown Tucson, HeeMee Coffee + Bakery is a Korean-inspired cafe with a bright and modern interior. The space is frequently praised by visitors for its cozy, homey, and Instagram-worthy aesthetic. This welcoming atmosphere complements a diverse menu of creative specialty lattes like the Dalgona and Cookie Butter, with all espresso drinks prepared on a La Marzocco Linea Classic machine. Beyond beverages, HeeMee serves an extensive menu of savory Korean dishes, including Bulgogi bowls, Katsu sandwiches, and weekend-only Korean Corn Dogs, alongside a wide selection of in-house pastries and unique desserts.
Number and Street:
20 E Congress St #110
Located on East University Boulevard near the University of Arizona campus this Caffe Luce location is an in-house artisan roaster. The two-story space features an upstairs loft seating area and displays local art including a prominent large-scale painting with unique figures. The cafe has an industrial feel and a large San Franciscan roaster is visible to customers.
Number and Street:
943 E University Blvd #191
Located on Campbell Avenue Caffe Luce is a Tucson-based coffee company that artisan roasts its own beans. The shop offers a wide selection of house blends and single-origin varietals available for purchase or as the coffee of the day. The menu includes a full range of espresso-based drinks pastries and teas. The cafe provides a quiet and clean environment for patrons.
Number and Street:
4205 N Campbell Ave
If you want to experience the original Decibel vibe, you have to hit up their spot at the MSA Annex. This isn't your typical cafe. It's a super cool walk-up window built into a rustic shipping container which is just awesome. I love the setup here. It’s all outdoors and you can grab a table in these semi-private nooks created by the massive container doors. Just so you know, there's no indoor seating here so it's all about enjoying that Tucson weather. The coffee is just as amazing as their Broadway location with fantastic espresso and a chai that has the perfect amount of spice. It's the heart of the Annex and a perfect stop for anyone exploring the area. You have to check it out.
Number and Street:
267 South Avenida del Convento Bldg #9
What makes a specialty coffee roaster worth the drive to Tucson? Decibel Coffee Works might be the answer. Ugh, I might have to rewrite my entire list of top Arizona coffee shops because this place is a must-visit. The moment you walk in, lush plants hang overhead and the mid-century vibe hits you immediately. It's immaculate. The staff is welcoming and genuinely kind. They roast their own beans on a Diedrich roaster using high-quality sourced specialty coffee, and you can taste the difference in every single sip. The quality isn't an accident. Now, their Mavam under-counter espresso machine is a piece of art. This is the kind of equipment that signals serious dedication to craft. The baristas pull incredible shots. Their Cafe de Olla is a fantastic take on a Mexican classic, executed with precision. The specialty beans they use, like Sangre Negra, Monolith, Sharp End Blend, and single-origins like Ethiopia Yirgacheffe and Panama Boquete, are the same ones you can buy on their website if you want to brew at home. But here's where it gets interesting: their in-house baker, Nikki, creates vegan scones and homemade ice cream that pair perfectly with the coffee. One thing missing? A pour-over slow bar. If Decibel ever adds one, I might sell my Phoenix house and move to Tucson. Just saying. You will not be disappointed.
Number and Street:
2631 E Broadway Blvd
Located in the historic Benedictine Monastery near the University of Arizona, Yellow Brick Coffee at the Benedictine is a bright, modern cafe with a minimalist, Scandinavian-inspired design. The open and airy space is praised by visitors for its clean aesthetic and abundant natural light. The shop is one of two Tucson locations and serves as the brand's flagship cafe. Yellow Brick roasts its own coffee, offering an extensive pour-over menu featuring a rotating selection of single-origin beans. The centerpiece of their bar is a futuristic, under-counter Modbar espresso system. In addition to a full coffee menu, they serve a variety of pastries, smoothies, and a food menu with breakfast and lunch options that utilize locally sourced bread.
Number and Street:
800 N Country Club Rd Ste 3180
Located inside Tucson's stunning Historic Pima County Courthouse, Yellow Brick Coffee's downtown location offers a truly unique experience. This walk-up window serves as the sister location to their flagship cafe at the Benedictine Monastery. The atmosphere is praised for its noble charm and beautiful architecture. Patrons can enjoy their coffee in the lovely adjacent courtyard. The staff are consistently described as friendly, kind, and helpful, contributing to a welcoming vibe. This is an essential stop for high-quality coffee in a memorable, historic setting. A visit is highly recommended.
Number and Street:
115 N Church Ave.
Discover one of Tucson's most beautiful coffee settings at Presta Coffee's Mercado San Agustin location at 100 South Avenida del Convento. Ugh, you have to see this place. It's a gorgeous, plant-filled coffee bar set within the lively public market. The whole vibe is just incredible, especially when you can grab a coffee and sit out in the stunning shared courtyard. The bar itself is beautiful, with white geometric tiles and an open, airy feel.
They're serving up their own locally roasted coffee and have some cool, science-lab-looking Kyoto-style towers for slow-drip cold brew. It is a really popular spot, and when the baristas are on their game, the coffee can be fantastic. Just so you know, the experience can be a bit hit-or-miss depending on who is working.
Number and Street:
100 South Avenida del Convento #180
Many of these independent shops are deeply committed to the craft of coffee, often adhering to the high standards of quality and sustainability championed by organizations like the Specialty Coffee Association.
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