Mexican Coffee Shops in Arizona
Mexican Coffee Rooted in Latino Heritage
A curated list highlighting Mexican owned and Mexican inspired coffee shops across the state.
Searching for the best coffee shops near me often leads to Arizonaβs Mexican coffee shop culture. From traditional Cafe de Olla to modern craft brewing, these Latino owned cafes blend heritage with precision. Many rely on top rated coffee brewers, top rated coffee makers, and carefully dialed top rated coffee grinders to preserve flavor and consistency. The result is Mexican coffee that respects tradition while meeting modern specialty standards.
Mexican Coffee Shops in Arizona
From Cafe de olla to modern Mexican coffee Traditions
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Some shops earn their name. Homage Coffee House (or HCH to the regulars) earns it twice over. The whole place is a love letter to old Glendale and you feel it the second you pull up.
Let me set the scene. Historic downtown Glendale is one of those rare Phoenix pockets that makes you want to slow down. Tree lined streets. Preserved brick storefronts. Shaded bungalows, antique shops and murals displayed everywhere. It has a small town pulse that the rest of the Valley mostly paved over years ago. And smack in the middle of all that charm sits a 1915 stone house painted a warm mustard yellow, with blue trim, a gabled roof and a front porch that basically begs you to sit down.
Real grass wraps the front and sides, which in this desert is borderline miraculous. There is a big mature tree out back throwing shade. Street parking is easy and plentiful and there is a small unpaved lot in the back if you would rather tuck away. Inside, a narrow hallway connects a few cozy rooms front to back, all of them soaked in natural light. Stepping in feels less like walking into a business and more like walking into someone's home.
There is a good story behind this place. The owners were not even planning a coffee shop. About six years ago they were hunting for a restaurant space, found this old house and fell in love with it. Then reality hit. A full kitchen meant a commercial hood, ventilation, plumbing, the works. So they pivoted. Their daughter already had barista experience, so coffee it was! They brought in a gorgeous 2-group yellow paneled La Marzocco Linea, started messing around with house made syrups and partnered with Xendu Coffee for beans. When Xendu later closed down, they sourcing from Press Coffee, the well regarded local roaster.
The hot drinks come in two sizes, but both pull the same number of shots, so I went small to keep my latte from drowning in milk. The beans are the Press Twitch blend, a medium roast that is part Nicaragua and part Mexico and serves as the Press signature espresso. Now, I will be honest. I am not usually a Press blend guy. But this latte pleasantly surprised me. I did not really catch the cherry and dark chocolate those beans are supposed to show, yet the cup was creamy, smooth and balanced. The small size let the coffee breathe instead of vanishing into dairy. And the temperature was dialed in perfectly, no scorched milk situation like you get at too many other shops.
And then downtown Glendale did its thing. The neighborhood charmed me so hard I could not leave. I wandered the antique stores, poked around the old streets and basically had to drag myself back to obligations. But not before circling back to HCH for round two.
This time I went for the popular Rosemary Lavender Latte, made with their own house made syrup. It was 110 degrees out, so iced was the only sane call. The Twitch blend made a surprisingly crisp espresso base and the herbal notes came across cool and refreshing (the ice probably deserves some credit there too). The lavender stayed subtle and never went perfumy, which is a real win. Best part, it was not too sweet. No sugar bomb here. A hot latte gets natural sweetness from the milk, but an iced one like this leans entirely on the syrup to balance the herbs and espresso. HCH nailed the balance perfectly!
If I am allowed one daydream, it is this. Glendale has so little in the way of single origin espresso or slow bar pour overs, and a place this special feels like the perfect spot to one day see a rotating guest espresso or a natural Ethiopia on a quiet weekend. Something fun to imagine for a community that would show up for it.
Until then, HCH is doing exactly what its name promises. It pays homage, and it feels like home.
Number and Street:
7021 N 57th Ave
Tucked away like a hidden gem, Deseo A Coffee Shack is a vibrant and soulful coffee house that you simply must experience. This beloved, female owned spot is brimming with character, from its cozy, chic decor to its wonderfully creative menu inspired by Mexican culture. The coffee program is exceptional, built around a custom blend of beans sourced from a local roaster, resulting in lattes like the Canelita and Tres Leches that are consistently described as the best in the area. The food is equally impressive, with phenomenal breakfast sandwiches and authentic chilaquiles that are made with genuine care. Above all, the incredibly warm and friendly service makes every visit feel special. For a truly top tier coffee experience filled with flavor and heart, Deseo is an absolute must visit.
Number and Street:
2330 E McDowell Rd Unit D
Mis Raices Cafe is located at the edge of downtown Phoenix in the Grand Avenue Arts District. The name translates to "My Roots" and the cafe was founded by Clara Sanchez to celebrate her Mexican heritage. That spirit shows up everywhere from the colorful murals on the walls to the warm energy you feel the moment you walk in.
The menu leans into Latin inspired drinks and it is the best part of the visit. I tried the Horchata Latte and it was well balanced and genuinely good. I drank it to the last drop. I also ordered a latte with a double shot pulled from Mexican Chiapas beans (medium roast). I am typically not a fan of Chiapas beans but I enjoyed this one. They also serve a traditional Cafe de Olla for anyone looking for something classic and comforting. The beans come from local roaster Espressions Coffee Roastery.
Mis Raices is the kind of place that feels personal. It is small and honest and proudly rooted in the culture it represents. Grand Avenue has no shortage of creative spots but this one stands on its own.
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OtoΓ±o (Autumn)
Calabaza Latte β’ Calabaza-Chata β’ GarapiΓ±ado Latte β’ Mazapan De OtoΓ±o
Drinks
Smoothie β’ Protein Shake β’ Blended Drinks β’ Refresher β’ Energy Drink β’ Lemonade β’ Mangonada β’ Iced Tea β’ Hot Tea
Coffee
Latte β’ Mexicano β’ Cafe De Olla β’ Protein Latte β’ Drip Coffee β’ Capuccino β’ Cold Brew β’ Shaken Espresso β’ Coffee Flight
Tea Lattes
Tres Leches Chai β’ Chai-Chata β’ Chai β’ "Fruity" Matcha β’ Matchata β’ Matcha Mazapan β’ Matcha
Specialty Lattes
Horchata Latte β’ Churro Latte β’ Marias Latte β’ Mazapan Latte β’ Flan Latte β’ Cajeta Latte β’ Mexi Mocha Latte β’ Kinder Bueno Latte β’ Gansito Latte β’ Duvalin Latte
Aguas Frescas
Pinole β’ Iskiate β’ Jamaica β’ Tamarindo
Cocktails
Guacamaya β’ Mangoneada β’ Sotol Swizzle β’ Adelita β’ Wells β’ Guava Sotol Mule β’ Kate's Flojera Drink β’ La Fresa β’ Margarita β’ Strawberry Margarita β’ Mango Margarita
Draft
Tecate Alta β’ Modelo Especial β’ Dos Equis β’ Dos Equis Amber
Bottle & Canned Beer
Corona Extra β’ Pacifico β’ Modelo Negra β’ Tecate Red Can
Milks
Alm/Oat Milk
Syrups
Flavored Syrup
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Burritos
ChicharrΓ³n β’ Colorado β’ Deshebrada β’ Relleno β’ Picadillo β’ Frijol & Queso β’ Rajas β’ Birria β’ Carne Asada β’ Adobada
Vegan Burritos
Vegan Colorado β’ Vegan Relleno β’ Vegan Picadillo β’ Vegan Frijol & Queso
Tacos
Birria β’ Carne Asada β’ Adobada β’ Γ La Carte
Bowls
One Entree Bowl β’ Relleno Bowl
Vegan Bowls
One Vegan Entree Bowl β’ Vegan Relleno Bowl
Breakfast
Chorizo β’ Soyrizo
Sides
Chips & Salsa
Paletas
PiΓ±a con TajΓn β’ MazapΓ‘n β’ MelΓ³n
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Number and Street:
1325 Grand Ave Suite 3
So a tattoo artist walks into the coffee business. I know how that sounds but it is the actual origin of Xolo. Malice, the owner, first opened ITS Tattoo next door. He ran it for about a year. Then he looked around and thought, why not do coffee too? And so in 2022 Xolo was born. Because why not.
I love that energy. And you feel it the moment you walk in.
Let me set the scene. The space blends vibrant Chicano culture with a clean industrial cafe look. There are concrete floors and a white subway tile counter. The seating is mid century leather paired with sleek barstools. But the design is only half the story. The shelves are curated with local merch and traditional Mexican artwork. There are marigold accents. There is striking black and white photography on the walls. It is warm. It has deep cultural identity. The whole room feels like a tribute to the culture Malice comes from, and that respect shows in every corner.
And Malice is easy to talk to. We had a good long chat. He told me about the beans, and the story is out of control.
Here is the deal. Malice uses Mexican Chiapas beans, medium roasted. He buys them from a friend who owns a farm in Chiapas. But the beans do not go straight to the shop. They travel from Mexico all the way to Paris, France to get roasted. Then they get shipped back fresh to his shop in Phoenix. That is a lot of frequent flyer miles for a coffee bean. Malice and his wife also commute to Mexico regularly for almost everything they use here. This is a labor of love. You can taste it.
Now to the coffee, because this is a coffee shop after all. Shots are pulled on a gorgeous restored La San Marco espresso machine. I first ordered a latte. Craft coffee fans will be happy to know Xolo offers a single hot latte size. That means balance. Every shot here is pulled by weight and done with care. That is the right move. It gets you consistent results cup after cup.
As the drink cooled I could easily pick up the nutty character of the Mexican beans. There were hints of chocolate and a little cinnamon spice on the back end. At the time of my visit 2% milk was available and that turned out to be a good thing. That 2% hits a sweet spot. It has enough fat for a silky rounded mouthfeel without going heavy. It does not mask the delicate flavors of the beans. The whole thing tasted smooth, sweet and comforting Zero harsh bitterness.
We also ordered the Azucar Morena (means brown sugar in Spanish). This one was deep and rich with a warm spice. Not too earthy and not too sweet. Just a good blend of Mexican spices and espresso. The balance really got me. Most Mexican coffee I have tried in the past is not like this. Xolo does it right. And there are plenty of house made syrups here if you want to try other signature drinks.
As I was leaving I thanked Malice and asked him what he wanted the readers of azcoffeeshops.com to know about him. He just smiled and said, "Just come on in and enjoy a cup of coffee".
So that is the whole thing right there. A tattoo artist who followed a whim. Beans that fly across an ocean and back. A restored Italian machine in a room full of marigolds. It sounds like too many ideas. But Malice pulls it all together into one cup, hands it to you with a smile and asks for nothing but that you enjoy it. So go on in. Do the man a favor and enjoy a cup of coffee.
Number and Street:
2428 N 16th St C
Futuro is a coffee experience for the art lovers in Phoenix. Located inside the PALABRA gallery, this minimalist and cozy space serves incredible single origin espresso. Walking in feels like entering a space that exists somewhere between a gallery and a meditation room. The first thing that hits you is the whiteness (literally everything is white). The walls and the glowing ceiling create a stage for the coffee. The room refuses to compete with what actually matters.
The passion here is evident in how they source their beans. Futuro works exclusively with SEY Coffee, an acclaimed roaster out of Brooklyn and the choice says a lot about their standards. What truly sets them apart is that single origin is the star. The espresso is currently pulled from a Colombia Pink Bourbon (light roast) with notes of blueberry, hibiscus and pink lemonade. SEY sources these beans hand picked at peak ripeness and dry-fermented for 36 hours on raised beds until the moisture content hits exactly 10.5%. That level of care in the supply chain before a shot is even pulled is something. If you are a slow bar person, the current pour over option is a Peru grown at 1950 meters in the Sandia Valley with notes of apricot, lychee and pink lady apple. Both selections could change with the seasons but whatever SEY sends, you know it is going to be really good and Futuro will work with it well.
While the classic espresso is flawless, you absolutely must explore the inventive and Latin-inspired signature creations. I went for the "CAJETA" latte. It uses goat milk caramel that tastes like a deep, nostalgic memory (kind of like candy from childhood). It felt sophisticated. Then there is the "MAZAPAN de la Rosa" latte. Each drink on the focused menu is a curated creation. Nothing here feels like a novelty.
The presentation turns a simple order into a full ritual. Cups arrive on a wooden tray with a small glass of sparkling water and a card for tasting notes. You watch the baristas work with quiet focus and measured gestures. Some may not like the slower pace but I think those people miss the point. The slowness is the whole idea.
The design invites you to notice and to pause. It is not a spot for fast laptop turnover or large groups. This place respects the bean by treating every cup like it is a masterpiece. It weaves Mexican heritage into a modern specialty program without any fluff or pretense. I will say this plainly. I make my own espresso at home with Ethiopian natural beans and I am rarely outgunned. Futuro is one of the few places that genuinely has me beat. You leave feeling like you witnessed a performance. It is an essential Phoenix destination that stays with you long after the caffeine wears off.
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Con CafeΓna
NEGRO single origin espresso β’ BLANCO single origin espresso β’ FILTRO single origin batch brew β’ COLD BREW single origin β’ TONICO single origin espresso, tonic water β’ LECHERA sweetened condensed milk, piloncillo β’ MAR iced americano, vanilla bean creme
Especiales/Signatures
ABEJA local raw honey β’ CAFΓ DE OLLA piloncillo, cinnamon, anise, citrus β’ CAJETA goat milk caramel, maldon sea salt β’ MAZAPAN de la rosa peanut candy, almond β’ MOCA stoneground cacao from guerrero, mΓ©xico
Sin CafeΓna
HORCHATA wild rice, almonds, cinnamon β’ JAMAICA hibiscus flowers, cinnamon
Con Alcohol
NIΓA FRESA paleta, strawberry, lime, mezcal β’ CARAJILLO licor 43, mole bitters, citrus
Tea & Botanicals
SNOW JASMINE green β’ ARBOR BAIMUDAN white β’ SHAN LIN oolong light β’ OLD GROVE HONEY ORCHID oolong dark β’ FIFTY EIGHT red β’ MARSHMALLOW botanical β’ HΕJICHA roasted green tea β’ MATCHA green tea
Milks & Flavors
Oat Milk β’ Goat Milk β’ Vanilla Bean Creme
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Number and Street:
909 N 1st 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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Number and Street:
6041 N 7th St
Casita Coffee, just steps from the Gilbert Heritage District, has a menu loaded with creative drinks. It grew from a beloved mobile cart into a brick and mortar cafe.
But the real headline is the latte. A plain whole milk latte made with a single origin washed Colombia El Nevado, sourced from Moxie Coffee. It is one of the best lattes I have ever tasted. And I have tasted a lot of lattes. The beans were perfectly rested after roast, sitting right in that sweet spot where the espresso truly sings. Freshness is one part of the magic. The other part? Whatever the heck Moxie is doing with the roasting process.
Honestly, I do not know what kind of alchemy Moxie is practicing. Their El Nevado is dialed in to a degree that does not feel quite fair. And the funny thing is, their Guatemala CODECH tastes shockingly similar even though it is a completely different origin from a completely different country. So the terroir is not doing the heavy lifting here. There has to be some secret roasting move going on. Maillard reaction sorcery. Some development time witchcraft. Whatever it is, I am here for it.
Credit where it is due though. Moxie roasts for plenty of shops, but Casita is the one who put this exact bean in my cup. The owner, Mr. Herrera, told me that he personally chose these beans for their incredible flavor. He hunted for the right flavor profile and refused to settle for anything less than the best. That level of care is rare, and in the East Valley it is borderline miraculous. We used to drive clear across the Valley for coffee like this. Casita brought it to our doorstep.
So if you find yourself wandering the Heritage District, keep walking. Casita is a few blocks away and your latte is waiting. Fair warning though, it just might ruin every other latte for you.
Read my complete Casita Coffee review.
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Coffee
Espresso β’ Cortado β’ Coldbrew β’ Americano β’ Latte
Specialty Coffee
Horchata Latte β’ Mexican Mocha β’ Honey Lavender β’ Spanish Latte β’ Cookie Butter β’ Blue Churro β’ Coconut Mocha β’ Cafe de Olla Latte β’ Peanut Butter Honey Latte
Not Coffee
Chai β’ Taro β’ Matcha β’ Coconut Pineapple Green Tea β’ Italian Soda β’ Butterfly Pea Lemonade β’ Butterfly Pea Tea Latte β’ Lotus Energy Refresher
Fall Menu
Pumpkin Horchata Latte β’ Pumpkin Spice Latte β’ Cold Brew w/ Pumpkin Cold Foam β’ Pumpkin Cookie Butter β’ Spanish Calabaza
Winter Menu
Vanilla Rosemary Latte β’ Salted Maple β’ Orange Cardamom Latte β’ Cozy Winter Latte
Summer Menu
Horchata de Coco β’ Coquito Cold Brew β’ Dulce Naranja Latte β’ Honey Vanilla Latte β’ Cherry Blossom β’ Pandan Matcha β’ Pina Colada Latte
Milks & Flavors
Whole β’ 2% β’ Half and Half β’ Oat β’ Almond β’ Vanilla β’ Lavender β’ Caramel β’ Irish cream β’ Pure Cane β’ White Chocolate β’ Chocolate β’ SF Vanilla β’ SF Caramel β’ Coconut β’ Strawberry β’ Dragon Fruit β’ Mango β’ Monk Fruit β’ Brown Sugar β’ Honey
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Food & Pastries
Donuts & Assorted Pastries.
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Discover more great coffee shops in my top East Valley coffee shops roundup.
Number and Street:
7 E Palo Verde St #7
Sunkissed Coffeehouse is a gem celebrated for its warm and positive atmosphere, making every visitor feel like part of the family. If you're seeking functional beverages, the menu includes unique options like the Chagaccino (a specialty latte made with wild-foraged chaga mushroom). The interior is a vibrant mix of lush greenery walls, cheerful neon signs, and a curated gallery of photos that create a unique and welcoming space. This women-owned and family-operated shop shines with a passion for community and exceptional service that is consistently praised by patrons. The menu is a delightful exploration of creativity, featuring organic fair-trade coffee and inventive signature lattes like the earthy Chagaccino or the delicate Como La Flor with rose cold foam. Beyond the exceptional coffee, they serve highly-rated house-made food, including standout chilaquiles and flavorful bagels. For a truly memorable experience filled with outstanding drinks, delicious food, and the friendliest service, a visit to Sunkissed Coffeehouse is highly recommended.
Number and Street:
3860 W 24th St #109
Some coffee shops surprise you the moment you walk in. Azul Cafe is one of those. From the outside it looks like an older unassuming building. But step inside and it flips on you. The place is big, bright and spacious with plenty of tables. White smooth ceiling, tile floors, light wood tables and brown cushioned seating. Minimalist and modern. And it is clean. Really clean, bathrooms included.
Azul is a small local brand with a few locations around Yuma. The others are buried deeper into town, but this one sits just a few minutes off the highway, which quietly makes it a great Starbucks alternative if you are passing through.
Now, the coffee. The beans actually come from Over The Road Coffee, a Yuma rooted roaster that stays active in the community and pops up at local farmers markets all the time. That is a cool local connection. The only catch is that nobody behind the counter knew it. When I asked about the beans, the best I got was "house blend" of dark or medium. And look, when the baristas cannot tell you where the coffee comes from, that is usually not a great sign, even when the answer turns out to be a solid local roaster.
I had a small hot latte with whole milk, and it took me right back to the old school Starbucks latte. Not bitter, not sour, not watery, just kind of quiet. The bean character is muted. To their credit, they put different shot counts in the different sizes, which tells me someone is at least thinking about balance.
The real action here is the sweet stuff. We tried the coconut cream mocha, which had a lovely sweet coconut cream, though the mocha itself was so sweet it fought the coconut. Pleasant, but I would not reorder. Then there was the cherry cheesecake matcha, which arrives with actual cheesecake crust crumble on top. This thing is a dessert wearing a drink costume. Really good as a sweet treat, with a decent (if slightly synthetic) cherry note. Just do not expect it to taste like matcha. Most of the drinks here lean on commercial syrups, so go in knowing that.
While I didn't try the food, the shop also provides house made flan and fresh croissants that are displayed in a pristine pastry case.
So here is the deal. If you are hunting for a serious single origin pour over, this is not quite that. But if you want a spotless, airy space with friendly sweet drinks and an easy stop off the highway, Azul delivers.
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Seasonal
Love You Berry Much β’ Love at First Sip Latte β’ Dubai Chocolate Matcha Latte β’ Strawberry Cheesecake Frappe β’ Choco-Cherry Crush β’ Pink Spice Chai Latte β’ Pineapple Dream β’ Coco Dulce Chai β’ Summer Surge β’ Coconut Cream Mocha β’Cherry Cheesecake Matcha
Daily Selections
Iced Latte β’ Iced Matcha Latte β’ Iced Coffee β’ Iced Tea β’ Shaken Espresso β’ Frappuccino β’ Chai Latte β’ Lemonade β’ Blue Lotus β’ Pink Lotus β’ Vanilla Bean β’ Tres Leches
Hot Drinks & More
Hot Latte & Cappuccino β’ Hot Tres Leches β’ Hot Americano β’ Hot Chocolate β’ Hot Matcha β’ Hot Chai β’ Match Latte
Matcha Selections
Matcha Iced Latte β’ Matcha Tiramisu β’ Matcha Frappe β’ Matcha Lemonade β’ Matcha Slush Lemonade β’ Strawberry Matcha
Frappes & Slush
Chai Frappe β’ Matcha Frappe β’ Lemonade Slush β’ Matcha Leomande
Tea Menu
Black β’ Green β’ Mango β’ Passion β’ Raspberry β’ Earl Grey β’ Strawberry β’ Peach & Passion β’ Raspberry & Pomegranate β’ Mango & Lychee β’ Mint & Green β’ Peach & Raspberry
Flavors
Vanilla β’ Caramel β’ Mocha β’ Hazelnut β’ White Mocha β’ Brown Sugar β’ Cookie Butter β’ Lechera β’ Vanilla Creme β’ French Vanilla β’ Cinnamon Bun β’ Irish Cream β’ Lavender β’ Regular β’ Sugar Free Vanilla β’ Sugar Free Caramel β’ Sugar Free Hazelnut β’ Splenda
Milks
Regular β’ Oat β’ Lactose β’ Soy β’ Almond β’ Coconut β’ Half & Half
Add Ons
Lemonade β’ lemon β’ Energy Boost β’ Soda Water β’ Lotus β’ Dried Strawberries β’ Strawberry Puree β’ Cold Foam β’ Extra Shot β’ Caramel Drizzle β’ Chocolate Drizzle β’ Cream Cheese Cold Foam β’ Lechera Drizzle β’ Cinnamon Powder β’ Natural Honey
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Pastries & Treats
Strawberry Cheesecake Frappe (with Biscoff cookie crumbles)
Number and Street:
1245 S 4th Ave
Nichim Cafe in Yuma, AZ is one of those rare finds that makes you want to tell everyone you know. The menu alone is worth the stop off the I-8.
Yuma does not get the coffee love it deserves. But if there is one shop in town making a serious case for the city, it is Nichim Cafe on S. Foothills Blvd. Owner Karime Burruel originally grew up in Mexicali and you can feel that pride and care in every corner of this place.
Ms. Burruel runs the cafe with her daughter and together they have built something genuinely special. Her commitment to quality starts with sourcing. She imports her coffee beans directly from a roaster across the border in Mexico, focusing on single origin Chiapas beans grown in the mountains of that southern Mexican state. The beans are organic. The milk is organic. The chicken in the sandwiches is organic. The equipment matches that standard too. The espresso shots are pulled on a Nuova Simonelli and every chiller and piece of equipment in the shop is quality stainless steel (none of the cheap restaurant-grade stuff here).
On our visit we put the menu to the test. The Chicken Sandwich was delicious and everything on it felt like quality right down to the sourdough bread. The Arugula Toast with egg (avocado and cherry tomatoes on sourdough) was excellent. The Sprouts Toast with egg was fabulous. The boiled egg addition to those toasts is a great call and I would not skip it. The Mango Smoothie was creamy and delicious. The hot latte made from those Chiapas beans was exactly what you want from a single origin pour. And the Mocha Frap deserves a special mention: it is well balanced, not too sweet, made from all natural ingredients with no syrups and no added sweeteners. Think of it as what a Starbucks frappuccino would be if it actually cared about you!
The cozy shop also functions as a mini market. You can grab a dozen organic brown eggs sourced from Golden Valley Browns (a local Yuma farm), sourdough bread and English muffins from The Rustic Pantry, jars of marinara from Mama's Bella Vita, local honey in several varieties and handmade soap bars from McMatos Farm. The desserts come from Tater Bryde Bakery & Sweets and they are top notch. What Ms. Burruel has done here goes beyond running a great cafe. She looked at her community, found the best of what it had to offer and brought it all under one roof! Local farmers, local bakers, local makers. The result is a place where a single visit gives you a genuine taste of Yuma at its finest. That is a rare thing anywhere.
The shop sits right off the I-8 Foothills Blvd exit with a brand new Chevron right next door. It truly could not be more convenient for travelers passing through. Just know that Nichim Cafe closes at 3:00 PM daily (2:00 PM on Sundays). This is a shop worth building your schedule around. Set your arrival time, plan your stop and do not let the clock beat you. You will regret it if it does.
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COLD DRINKS
Iced Americano β’ Iced Latte β’ Frappuccino β’ Organic Date Shake β’ Whipped Latte β’ Organic Cold Brew β’ Dirty Chai β’ Matcha Latte β’ Lemonade β’ Mexican Choco Frap β’ Mexican Chocolatte β’ Turmeric or London Fog Latte
HOT COFFEE & MORE
Americano β’ Cappuccino β’ Cortado β’ Latte β’ Chai Latte β’ Dirty Chai β’ Loose-leaf tea β’ Mexican hot cocoa β’ Organic matcha latte β’ Breve
SMOOTHIES
Lavenberry β’ Acai β’ Strawberry β’ Mango β’ Mixed Fruit β’ Strawnana
LOOSE LEAF TEAS
Pomegranate Green Tea β’ Sweet Hibiscus β’ Prickly Pear β’ Peppermint β’ Black Tea β’ Earl Grey β’ Lavender
Milks & Flavors
Oatmilk β’ Coconut β’ Almond β’ Whole β’ 2% Low fat
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BREAKFAST
Matcha Yogurt Bowl β’ Toasted Sourdough English Muffin w/ Organic peanut butter, bananas, honey β’ Toasted Sourdough English Muffin w/ Butter & local jam β’ Toasted Sourdough English Muffin w/ Butter & local garlic honey
SOURDOUGH SANDWICHES
Tuna Sandwich β’ The Italian Deli β’ Chicken Sandwich
AVOCADO TOASTS
Classic Avo Toast β’ Arugula Toast β’ Vegan Toast β’ Sprouts Toast
FRESH SALADS
Yuma's Favorite Summer Salad β’ Light Delight
HOUSE-MADE DRESSINGS
Garlic Aioli β’ Honey Mustard β’ Strawberry Vinaigrette
EXTRA YUM (ADD-ONS)
Avocado β’ Chicken β’ Veggies β’ Cheese β’ Dressing
Explore Nearby Yuma Coffee Shops
Yuma Coffee Guide
North End Coffeehouse
Cafecito
Nichim Cafe
Old West Java
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Number and Street:
11242 S Foothills Blvd #9
Coffee Bean Espresso Bar is a casual neighborhood cafe on S 4th Ave in Yuma, AZ. The menu covers espresso drinks, breakfast, lunch and dinner at a price point that makes it easy to come back often.
This is not a third-wave coffee shop and it does not try to be. It is the kind of place a neighborhood actually needs. Mexican-owned, friendly staff, some house made desserts in the case and a full food menu that runs from soups and salads to hot and cold sandwiches. You can make a meal out of a visit here without thinking too hard about it.
The espresso program is built around a Colombian and Brazilian blend, medium-dark roasted with notes of chocolate, hazelnut and a touch of caramel sweetness. The beans come from Lindsay at The Unknown Ground Coffee, a local Yuma roaster. Whole bean bags are available to take home, which is a nice touch for anyone who wants to support local outside of the cafe. The machine pulling the shots is a La San Marco 100 Touch, a classic Italian workhorse that suits the vibe of the place well.
The latte I had was decent but left me wanting a little more. My gut says it was the shot calibration rather than the beans themselves. Lindsay's blend has the right foundation on paper and the La San Marco is capable of better. It might just be a matter of dialing things in. If you are looking for a geisha pour over or a rotating single origin flight, this is not your spot. But if you want a coffee, a good sandwich and a genuinely friendly room to sit in, Coffee Bean Espresso Bar has been doing exactly that for a long time. Yuma has plenty of chain options. This is the alternative worth choosing.
Number and Street:
2450 S 4th Ave.
Amaik in Yuma, AZ is not a coffee shop that happens to sell food. It is a family bakery and specialty market that happens to have a cafe menu. Once you understand that, everything clicks.
The shop is tucked inside a small shop complex and not visible from the street. You have to walk in a bit to find it. When you do, the reward is a cozy and beautiful space run by a Mexican family whose warmth comes through in everything on the shelf and in the display case.
The desserts are the reason to come. Recipes go back generations. The grandmother and mother make them and some of those recipes trace back to the great grandmother. That kind of lineage shows up in the food. You can also pick up house made jams (multiple varieties) and local honey.
On the beverage side, the coffee beans come from Over The Road Coffee, a Yuma-rooted roaster you will typically find at the local farmers market rather than a storefront. Espresso is pulled from an Ethiopian single-origin bean and whole bean bags are available to purchase. The cafe menu covers espresso drinks, matcha, affogato, dalgona and a solid tea list that includes masala chai, cardamom and lavender among others. Aguas frescas round things out nicely.
The food menu has grown beyond sweets into light savory territory. Salads, sandwiches on a panini press, acai bowls and a soup of the day give the place real lunch potential. The avocado strawberry toast is worth trying.
If you walk in expecting a precision espresso bar, this is not that. But if you walk in for a cranberry pepita oatmeal cookie made from a family recipe, a jar of homemade jam, a bag of Ethiopian single origin beans and a masala chai, Amaik will absolutely deliver. Yuma is lucky to have it.
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Cafe
Espresso β’ Americano β’ Cowboy β’ Mocha β’ Matcha β’ Dirty Matcha β’ Affogato β’ Dalgona β’ Hot Coffee β’ Cold Brew β’ Dalgona Coffee
Tea
Green β’ Black β’ Masala Chai β’ Chai β’ Tisana β’ Cardamom β’ Lavender β’ Pumpkin β’ Astragalus β’ Blackberry β’ Eucalyptus
Aguas Frescas
Jamaica β’ Lemonada β’ Agua FRESCAS
Milks & Flavors
Maple β’ Agave β’ Sugar β’ Brown Sugar β’ Stevia β’ White Chocolate β’ Dark Chocolate β’ Caramel β’ Cinnamon β’ French Vanilla β’ Peppermint
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Toast
Avocado β’ Strawberry
Sandwich
Black Forest Ham β’ Panini Press
Salad
Tuna β’ Crab β’ Fruit
Soup of the Day
Caldo de Pollo
Acai Bowl
Original β’ Dubai β’ Peanut Butter β’ Nut Butter β’ Pollen β’ Chia Seeds β’ Roasted Coconut β’ Cocoa Bits
Explore Nearby Yuma Coffee Shops
Yuma Coffee Guide
North End Coffeehouse
Cafecito
Nichim Cafe
Old West Java
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Number and Street:
3300 S 8th Ave H
Talega Coffee is a stylish hidden gem in downtown Tucson celebrated for its Mexican owned roots and smooth espresso with a beautiful dog friendly large patio.
I discovered Talega on a quiet tree lined street and it is a true owner operated gem. This shop is celebrated by coffee snobs as one of the top in Arizona. The passion of the owners (Rene and Tyler) shines through in their service and welcoming energy. They have created a space that celebrates their heritage while being a designated LGBTQ+ and transgender safe space. The name "Talega" is actually a tribute to the roots of Rene. A talega is a traditional Mexican cotton filter bag that her grandmother used to brew coffee.
In Mexican culture coffee is a central part of social gatherings with family and friends. Rene uses this philosophy to foster a sense of belonging in the Tucson community. They serve a focused menu of classic espresso drinks. Each cup showcases a deep and smooth flavor without bitterness. You must try the creative specialty drinks like the La Rosa Latte. It uses Arizona wildflower honey and is inspired by the traditional Mexican peanut candy called mazapan. They also offer Huupa Coffee which adds to the unique menu. There is a beautiful dog friendly patio for hanging out.
Between the history in every cup and the incredible courtyard vibes this is an essential Tucson experience. Stop by for the latte but stay for the soul of the place.
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Coffee
Double Espresso β’ Cortado β’ Americano β’ Cappuccino β’ Flat white β’ Cafe Latte
Tea & More
Chai Latte β’ Matcha Latte β’ Butterfly Pea Lemonade β’ Hot Tea β’ Water
Specialty
La Rosa Latte β’ Maiz Latte β’ Manzana Latte β’ Miso Maple Flat White β’ Pica Latte
Milks & Flavors
Cinnamon β’ Piloncillo β’ Vanilla β’ Honey β’ Almond β’ Oat
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
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Explore more of the Best Tucson Coffee Shops.
Number and Street:
236 S Scott Ave
Located at 640 N Stone in Tucson, Chappopin Cafe offers a vibrant and authentic taste of Latin coffee culture. This cafe is celebrated for its unique handcrafted specialty drinks that cannot be found elsewhere. The menu features creative recipes like the spicy Chingona latte, the traditional Cafe de Olla, and the tropical Playa latte. Patrons consistently praise the rich and authentic flavors that honor Latin heritage. The staff is known for being exceptionally passionate and welcoming. Chappopin Cafe is a true community hub hosting events like social dancing and local vendor markets. It is perfect for a soulful coffee experience.
Number and Street:
640 N Stone Ave
Carino Coffee Bar is an adorable pink coffee cart in Tucson. It's a beloved local gem run by owners Jon and Itzel. They create a cozy and welcoming spot with a relaxed, artsy charm. The shop's commitment to craft is evident in their choice of a La Marzocco espresso machine. The menu features creative, high-quality drinks like the Matzatli Matcha with pineapple spice tepache and the La Adelita latte.
Number and Street:
901 S 6th Ave
Flagstaff has a hidden gem that brings the authentic soul of Chiapas Mexico right to the mountains. Mayan Winds Coffee Emporium is easily one of the most heartwarming spots you will find in town because the owners source organic beans directly from family farms in Latin America. You can taste the difference in every single cup and I was blown away by the rich Mexican Mocha which has just the right kick of cayenne and cinnamon. You really need to ask for a sample of their traditional cacao or honey while you are there because the owner loves sharing the history behind them. The vibe is super peaceful with vinyl records playing in the corner and plenty of comfy seating. Do not leave without trying a pistachio muffin or a spicy chai because they are absolute game changers.
Number and Street:
2144 N Fourth St
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.
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Specialty Coffee
Cup of Coffee β’ Cold Brew β’ Cafe Au Lait β’ Espresso β’ Americano β’ Cappuccino β’ Latte β’ Mocha
Not Coffee
Tea β’ Chai β’ Cocoa β’ Milk β’ Italian Soda β’ Organic Lemonade β’ Orange Juice β’ Matcha
Smoothies
Finikera Fresca β’ Desert Sunrise β’ Chica Fresa β’ Copper Citrus
House Specialties
Cafe Helado β’ The Phoenix β’ Jefita β’ Black Magic Woman β’ Gueritta β’ Guerita
Milks & Flavors
Whole β’ Nonfat β’ Soy β’ Almond β’ Breve β’ Coconut
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Baked Goodies
Pastry Bread β’ Cookies β’ Topped Bagel β’ Croissants β’ Stuffed Croissants β’ Buttered or Plain Bagel β’ Steel Cut Oatmeal
Breakfast Sandwiches
Breakfast Bagel β’ Breakfast Croissant β’ Breakfast Burrito β’ Chorizo Breakfast
Soups, Salads & Small Plates
Soup of the Moment β’ House Salad
Hot Sandwiches
Fair Trade Cuban Panini β’ Truffled Grilled Cheese
Cold Sandwiches & Wraps
BLT β’ Smoked Salmon Bagel β’ Turkey Wrap β’ Turkey Sandwich
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Number and Street:
1020 N 1st Ave
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.
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House Specialties (Lattes)
Cinnamon Cookie β’ White Chocolate Mix β’ Caramel Snow β’ MexiMocha β’ Day & Night β’ Cinnamon Latte β’ Mocha Truffle β’ Coconut Mocha β’ Sweet & Salty β’ Bunuelo Latte β’ Honey Oat Shaken
Coffee and Espresso
Chai Tea β’ Organic Drip Coffee β’ Americano β’ Mocha Latte β’ Cortado β’ Cappuccino β’ Caramel Macchiato
Coldbrew
Salted Caramel β’ White chocolate β’ Vanilla β’ Caramel β’ Hazelnut β’ Coconut
Flavorbulls (Energy Drinks)
Fairy Boost β’ Spicy Peach Watermelon β’ Stop To Paradise β’ PineBerry Blast β’ Summer Blush β’ Buckeye Sunset
Natural Boost (Plant Base Energy)
Pomegranate β’ Raspberry β’ Lime Lemonade β’ Gianna's Lotus
Popping Boba
Peach β’ Mango β’ Strawberry
Lemonades
Strawberry β’ Watermelon β’ Raspberry β’ Peach
Non Coffee
Taro Milk Tea β’ Chai Tea β’ Matcha (Vanilla/Strawberry) β’ Chocolate Dubai Matcha
Teas
Green β’ Peach β’ Black
House Drinks
Love You Berry M β’ Be Mine Latte β’ Love Potion β’ Cookies & Cream ColdBrew β’ Banana Bread Matcha β’ Banana Cloud Latte
Summer Drinks
Cookies and Cream Coldbrew β’ Tropical Refresher β’ Coconut Taro w/coconut cold foam β’ Cookies&Cream Frappe β’ Mango Strawberry Italian Soda
Milks & FlavorsAlmond β’ Oat β’ Soy
Sugar Free Flavors
Caramel β’ Vanilla β’ Mocha β’ Peach β’ Watermelon β’ White Chocolate
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Breakfast & Light Bites
Berry Parfait β’ Grilled PB&J β’ Power Bagel β’ Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese β’ Bagel Sandwich
Toasts
Classic Avocado Toast β’ Protein Avocado Toast
Salads
DeGiNo Garden Salad
Kids Menu
Mini AvoβEgg Toast β’ Hazelnut Toast β’ Mini Classic Avocado Toast β’ Chocolate milk β’ Milk β’ Vanilla or Strawberry MilkShake β’ Flavored Lemonade with popping boba
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Number and Street:
20940 W Sentinel Dr
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.
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Specialty Coffee
Doppio β’ Americano β’ Drip β’ Cortado β’ Cappuccino β’ Latte
Spring Specials
Cairo β’ Perth β’ Tainan
Matcha
Strawberry β’ Passion Fruit β’ Coconut β’ Mango β’ Guava
Milks
Whole Milk
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Food
Salted caramel cinnamon β’ Crumble coffee cake β’ Buttered toast & Strawberry β’ Jam Cookie β’ Taiwanese chocolate castella β’ Cake
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Number and Street:
147 E Adams St.
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Latino Owned Coffee Shops Beyond Mexico
Colombian and Brazilian cafes are joined here by coffee shops rooted in Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, and other Latin American traditions. These Latino owned cafes share a focus on origin, technique, and quality coffee. While their styles vary, each brings a deep respect for craft and culture that fits naturally alongside Mexican coffee in Arizona.
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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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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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Number and Street:
888 N 1st Ave
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Number and Street:
850 N 5th St
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.
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TRADITIONAL HOT
Gio's Organic Coffee β’ Americano β’ Cappuccion β’ Espresso Single / Double β’ Coffee Latte β’ Caramel Latte β’ Mocha Latte β’ Vanilla Latte β’ Chai Latte (Dirty) β’ Matcha Latte β’ Hot Tea β’ Hot Chocolate
TRADITIONAL ICED
Gio's Cold Brew β’ Iced Americano β’ Iced Coffee Latte β’ Iced Caramel Latte β’ Iced Mocha Latte β’ Iced Vanilla Latte β’ Iced Chai Latte (Dirty) β’ Iced Matcha β’ Fresh Iced Tea
BLENDED ICE ESPRESSO DRINKS
Blended Caramel β’ Blended Cinnamon β’ Blended Mocha Latte β’ Blended Valilla Latte β’ Blended Hazelnut Latte β’ Blended Chai (Dirty) β’ Blended Matcha
Flavor
Extra Flavor
Milks
Malted Milk β’ Almond Milk β’ Soy Milk β’ Coconut Milk
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BAKERY
Assorted Pastries β’ Assorted 1lbs (mini) loafs β’ Avocado Toast β’ Empanadas β’ Alfajores
GIO'S SALADS
BEET & AVOCADO SALAD β’ STRAWBERRY SALAD β’ GREEN SALAD
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Number and Street:
414 S Mill Ave
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.
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Note: Menu items are subject to change. Some items could be seasonal and may not be available.
Slow Jamz
Espresso shot β’ Cortado β’ Americano β’ Flat White β’ Iced Latte β’ Matcha Latte
Specials
Ube Latte β’ Black Sesame Charcoal β’ Mexican Fried Ice Cream β’ Vanilla Bean Piloncillo β’ Korean Banana Matcha
Add Flavors
Vanilla β’ Lavender β’ Toasted Hazelnut β’ Strawberry β’ SF Vanilla
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Number and Street:
765 Grand Ave
Old West Java in Yuma, AZ is a Western-themed cafe at 356 W 24th St with rustic cowboy decor, a cozy atmosphere and a seasonal drink menu worth exploring.
The origin story here is too good to skip. Owner Cristobal Perez started selling coffee out of a makeshift horse trailer. That is not a branding gimmick. That is a real thing that happened, and it makes the Western theme feel earned rather than decorative. The cowboy decor inside is charming and the room has a warmth to it that matches the staff. The barista I encountered was genuinely friendly and the kind of person who makes you feel good about being there.
The seasonal drink menu keeps things interesting and the newer additions like acai bowls show that the menu is still growing. If you are ordering drinks, stick to the espresso-based options. The signature iced latte is decent.
I did not see any whole bean bags for sale and when I asked the barista where the beans come from, there was no clear answer. For a cafe that leans so hard into identity and character, that is a gap worth closing. Knowing your beans is part of the story.
But here is the thing. Old West Java is not trying to be a specialty coffee destination and that is fine. It is a neighborhood cafe with a great backstory, a fun room and a staff that makes you want to come back. In Yuma, that counts for a lot.
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Coffee
Americano β’ Breve β’ Cappuccino β’ Cold Brew β’ Frappe β’ Latte β’ Macchiato
Non-Coffee
Chai Latte β’ Green Tea β’ Hot Chocolate β’ Matcha β’ Strawberry Green Tea β’ Blue Raspberry Hibiscus Tea β’ Black Tea β’ Strawberry Lemonade β’ Peach Lemonade β’ Strawberry Smoothie β’ Mango Smoothie β’ Strawberry Mango Smoothie β’ Banana Strawberry Smoothie
Signature Drinks
Signature Latte β’ Howdy Latte β’ Boss Latte β’ Cookie Butter Shaken Espresso β’ Yee Haw Latte β’ Rodeo Latte β’ Protein Latte β’ Chocolate Abuelita Frappe β’ Mazapan Frappe β’ Lavender London Fog
Seasonal Drink
Western Sweetheart Latte β’ Sunset Rose Latte β’ Sunrise Coconut Latte β’ Glitter Berry Lemonade β’ Honey Trail Latte β’ Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Latte β’ Strawberry Cream Horchata Matcha
Flavors
Banana β’ Caramel β’ Hazelnut β’ Lavender β’ Mazapan β’ Strawberry β’ Blue Raspberry β’ Chocolate Abuelita β’ Cookie Butter β’ Sugar Free Caramel β’ Sugar Free Vanilla β’ Toasted Marshmallow β’ White Chocolate β’ Dark Chocolate β’ Butter Pecan β’ Honey β’ Peach β’ Vanilla
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Acai Bowl
Desert Dream Bowl β’ Sunset Saddle Bowl
Toast
Avocado Toast β’ Nutella Toast
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Number and Street:
356 W 24th St
Cuptown Coffeehouse is a cozy Uptown Sedona cafe with red rock views, free parking, local art on every wall, and coffee that keeps pulling you back for more.
Sedona is a tourist town and most of the coffee spots on 89A feel like it. Cuptown does not. It sits just off the main strip with free and easy parking. There is a front porch where you can stare at Snoopy Rock while your latte cools down and a vibe that feels more neighborhood than highway. That alone separates it from a lot of the competition.
The beans come from Late for the Train, a acclaimed Flagstaff roaster. The coffee here is consistently good in a way that sneaks up on you. You walk in on day one of your Sedona trip and find yourself back two more times before checkout. The caramel latte is the move and it stays on the right side of sweet without trying too hard.
The space inside has that eclectic lived-in feel no designer can fake. Local art covers the walls and handmade mugs sit on shelves. Used books are scattered around and are for sale. You can buy the art. You can buy the mugs. It is part coffee shop, part gallery, and it works.
Now here is the bonus. The parking lot is shared with Crystal Castle which is a beautiful store selling stones, amethyst, quartz, calcite, jewelry, and all the things Sedona was put on this earth to sell. Grab your latte and maybe walk next door (they open at 10AM). Spend twenty minutes in a room full of crystals!
It is not a third wave lab doing experimental things. It is a solid and comfortable coffeehouse powered by a roaster that takes the coffee seriously. For anyone staying nearby or gearing up for a hike, it earns a spot in your morning rotation fast.
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More Sedona coffee worth knowing about -> Sedona Coffee Guide.
Number and Street:
274 Apple Ave Suite B
Think your local coffee shop really knows its beans? Peixoto does not just know them, they grew them! On their family farm in Brazil where the Peixoto name has been tied to coffee for over a century.
Walk into this place and the first thing that hits you is the light. High ceilings pull your eyes up to exposed beams and industrial touches that somehow feel warm instead of cold. Hanging pothos plants cascade down from above (and they look healthy, which means someone here actually cares). The space breathes. Natural sunlight pours through the windows and catches on the glassware they use for every drink. These are not paper cups. Your latte arrives in actual glass that shows off the layers and the foam art.
The smell is what keeps you there. Fresh roasted coffee with none of that burnt edge you get at places that do not understand their beans. Peixoto roasts light to let the natural flavors come through. Their espresso leans bright and fruity. It tastes different because it is different. This is honey processed coffee from their own farm at Fazenda Sao Jose da Boa Vista in Minas Gerais.
The seasonal menu changes with intention. Right now you might find a Hot Honey Latte with cayenne that somehow works. Or a Kettle Corn creation that balances salt and sweet in ways that should not make sense but do. The Coconut Cold Brew returns every summer and people plan their visits around it. The Strawberry Pistachio gets layered in pink and cream and topped with freeze dried berries that crunch.
Behind the counter sit baristas who pull shots on equipment that matters. They do manual pour overs with gooseneck kettles. They understand extraction times and water temperature. When you watch them work you see people who actually know coffee instead of just following a recipe card.
The pastries come from local bakeries and rotate daily. Get there early if you want the almond croissants (buttery layers for days) or the cardamom buns on Tuesdays. The macarons are delicate enough to justify the price. Everything sells out because everything is actually good.
The crowd is a mix. College students claimed corners with laptops. Friends catch up at small tables. Someone in the back is on a video call. The vibe stays relaxed even when the line stretches. Music plays at a volume that lets you think (rare these days). You can sit outside along the street and watch downtown Chandler move past you.
This is the original location. The one that started it all in 2015 when Julia and Jeff Peixoto left corporate jobs to do something that mattered more. The space feels lived in now. Comfortable. A place that knows what it is and does not need to prove anything.
Parking can require patience during peak hours. The place fills up on weekends. But there is a parking garage nearby that makes it work. And honestly, once you taste what they are doing here, you stop caring about the walk.
This is what happens when a family decides their legacy matters more than scale. The farm connection is not a story they tell to sell coffee. It is the actual reason the coffee tastes this way. Worth the trip to downtown Chandler whether you stay for hours or just grab something perfect to go.
See also Peixoto Coffee Roaster' Gilbert location.
Number and Street:
11 W Boston St
Cafe Cortez is the embodiment of a lifelong passion for coffee. Founded by third-generation Costa Rican coffee farmer Ron Cortez. This exceptional roastery and cafe is built on a "More Than Fair" principle, ensuring direct and ethical relationships with farmers while roasting some of the finest beans from around the world right in Tempe. The menu is a beautiful tribute to the craft, featuring a traditional Costa Rican "Vandola" pour-over that showcases the nuance and quality of their beans. Every drink, from a perfectly pulled espresso to a soulful latte, is crafted with expert care by passionate and knowledgeable baristas. The atmosphere is consistently described as magical and welcoming, making it a true hidden gem for those who want to experience coffee that is rich in both flavor and history.
Number and Street:
805 S Farmer Ave
Berdena's is one of those places that just makes sense where it is. It sits in the 5th Avenue Shops in Old Town Scottsdale, right in the middle of galleries and boutiques and the kind of streets you actually want to walk around. Getting a coffee here is only half the point. The other half is everything around it.
Jonathan Madrigal opened Berdena's in 2017 after moving to the U.S. from Costa Rica. The shop is bright and airy inside with floral wallpaper, Parisian-style tiling and a baby blue Synesso espresso machine that somehow ties the whole room together. Seating is limited and fills up fast on weekends so if the weather is cooperating, grab a spot on the pet-friendly outdoor patio.
Berdena's runs a multi-roaster program rotating beans from places like Ritual Coffee out of San Francisco and Morgon Coffee Roasters from Sweden. The lineup changes, so there is always a reason to come back. If you want something beyond a straight espresso drink, the Honey Lavender and Cardamom Rose lattes are made with house syrups and worth trying.
The food is no afterthought either. The avocado toast has picked up "Best of Phoenix" recognition and the breakfast sandwich is a legitimate local favorite. If you are in Old Town and skipping breakfast here, you are making a mistake.
Berdena's has been around since 2017 and the following it has built is well earned. It is the kind of neighborhood coffee shop that Old Town Scottsdale is lucky to have.
Berdena's Phoenix - checkout the other Berdena's location in Phoenix.
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Number and Street:
7051 E 5th Ave suite i
Berdena's in Phoenix is a bright and modern specialty coffee shop in the Camelback East Village neighborhood. The menu includes espresso drinks, creative specialty lattes, an exceptional breakfast and brunch selection and fresh in-house baked pastries.
You already know Berdena's. Or at least...you should. The Berdena's Scottsdale location has been a local favorite since 2017 and this Phoenix outpost in Camelback East Village brings the same energy to a Fredo neighborhood.
The setup is familiar. Bright, modern and small enough that it fills up fast. If you go on a weekend and expect to waltz in and grab a seat, temper those expectations. But it is worth the wait.
The breakfast and brunch menu is the real draw here. The Smashed Avocado Toast has the reputation for a reason. The Breakfast Sandwich holds its own. And if you are hungry, Stevie's Big Boy Burrito is the move. The pastry case is also worth your attention. The croissants and cinnamon rolls are made in-house and are the kind of thing that makes you regret not ordering two.
On the coffee side, Berdena's runs a multi-roaster program and the menu has the common drinks. The classics are done well and the specialty lattes (Honey Lavender and Cardamom Rose among them) use house-made syrups that give the drinks a floral character you will not find at most shops.
Both locations are worth visiting. But if you are on the Phoenix side of town, you no longer have an excuse to drive to Scottsdale.
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View my Phoenix city coffee shop guide.
Number and Street:
1215 E Missouri Ave Suite 6
El Cafezito s a hidden gem known for its exceptional coffee and delicious crepes. Customers consistently praise the friendly and courteous staff for their attention to detail, which results in consistently perfect drinks. The menu features a variety of authentic specialty drinks with unique flavors like mazapan, horchata, and pistachio, as well as classic lattes and mochas. The crepes come in both sweet and savory options and are noted for being chewy, flavorful, and filling.
Number and Street:
7540 W Indian School Rd a4
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.
Check out other great Tempe Cafes near ASU.
Number and Street:
777 S College Ave #101
What does coffee taste like when the family who grew it also roasts it and serves it to you? At Peixoto, you get to find out. They own their farm in Brazil. The family has been growing coffee there for over a century. This is not some marketing line about partnerships or fair trade stamps. This is actual crop to cup integration that maybe a handful of places in the entire country can claim. It matters because you taste the difference.
The space itself feels like walking into a minimalist tech office but in a good way. Modern and airy with two floors. The upstairs has this loft situation with comfy chairs and outlets everywhere. People camp out here to work (like seriously camp out). You might have to hunt for a table during peak hours but the atmosphere makes it worth the search.
The seasonal drinks get creative without being obnoxious about it. The Coconut Cold Brew comes back every summer and people lose their minds over it! The Hot Honey Latte has a cayenne kick that works better than it sounds like it should. The matcha is smooth and not chalky (which is rarer than you would think). You can get most drinks as either espresso or matcha. This is brilliant because some days you want caffeine that punches you in the face and other days you want something gentler.
They use macadamia nut milk and oat milk. No almond milk though so do not ask. The baristas know what they are doing with pour-overs and actually use gooseneck kettles like they are supposed to. When someone takes the time to do manual pour-overs properly, you notice. Behind the bar sit two Sanremo Opera 3 group head espresso machines. That is six total group heads that could be working at any given time. This is serious firepower that lets them handle volume without sacrificing quality.
The pastries rotate and come from local bakeries. Get there early if you want food because they sell out. The macarons are delicate and worth trying if they have them. On Tuesdays they do Swedish baked goods including cardamom buns with almond paste that are genuinely excellent. The variety keeps things interesting.
At peak times, lines could look intimidating but they move fast. You will get your drink quickly even when the place is packed. The whole operation runs efficiently.
Fair warning about pricing. A 16 ounce specialty latte will run you around eight bucks. Some people think this is reasonable for good coffee from a family farm while others think its steep for their daily routine. You decide where you land on that.
This is what happens when a family decides to bring their century of coffee farming expertise to Arizona. The farm connection is real. The equipment is professional grade. The execution is there in every cup. Worth the trip to Peixoto in Agritopia whether you are settling in to work for hours or just grabbing something excellent to go.
See also Peixoto Coffee Roasters' Chandler Location
Number and Street:
3150 E Ray Rd
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