8 Incredible Coffee Shops in Phoenix, AZ
Coffee lovers in Phoenix are in for a treat as the city is home to a vibrant coffee scene with numerous cafes serving up delicious cups of coffee. To help you navigate the coffee scene in Phoenix, we’ve compiled a list of the best coffee shops in the city. Each of these coffee shops has its own unique vibe that make it stand out. So no matter what your preferred coffee order is, you’ll be able to sit back, relax, and enjoy it.
Fillmore Coffee Co.
600 North 4th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602)-606-2426
Owner Tristan Davies wanted to bring the passionate coffee culture of Australia to Phoenix and has done just that with Fillmore Coffee Co. You can find it in the heart of downtown located within the lovely Skyline Loft Apartments. Here you can sip delicious espresso drinks and coffee while enjoying one of their fresh pastries. Fillmore Coffee Co. also serves breakfast and lunch items, homemade baked goods, salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Every item is made in-house with fresh locally sourced ingredients. Coffee is a personal choice, but when it comes to food, their Avocado Toast is one of their most popular menu items. Get it with goat cheese for even more flavor.
Tres Leches Cafe
1714 West Van Buren Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
(602) 368-1804
Tres Leches Cafe prides itself on being Arizona’s first Mexican Coffee Shop. Opened in 2014, it has always seen itself as a local alternative to national coffee brands like Starbucks. Owner and Barista master, ET Rivera, has created a unique menu of one-of-a-kind hand-crafted recipes that his Mexican heritage and cultural upbringing have inspired. The Tres Aztecas, Cafe Horchata, and Cafe Churro are some of the fan favorites. In addition to coffee, you can also sip on delightful Aguas Frescas and fresh fruit smoothies. You can also order delicious Mexican pastries and sweets.
Songbird Coffee & Tea House
812 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 374-4192
Located in a historic house built in 1904, Songbird Coffee & Tea House has served guests for over a decade. Owner Erin Westgate takes pride in creating a welcoming and comfortable place for new visitors and regular customers to sit back and relax. As she puts it, “Songbird is an extension of your living room.” Every aspect of Songbird is geared around being local. The coffee, tea, and kombucha are all sourced from local small businesses. The pastries and breakfast sandwiches are made in-house. You can also see the work of local artists, writers, poets, and more in the shop. So whether you want tea or coffee, Songbird has something for everyone.
Copper Star Coffee
4220 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 266-2136
Copper Star Coffee embodies the spirit of “I’ll do it myself.” That’s because owners Bill and Ginger Sandweg have done just that. When they didn’t have a place to get a great cup of coffee, they created that place for themselves. Now, Copper Star Coffee provides the people of the Melrose District with not just excellent coffee but also chai, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, bagels, hummus, and more. Everything is made in-house and without cutting corners. Their house-made lavender syrup helped them win Phoenix’s best Herbal Latte. The chai is made from scratch. The bagels? Same thing. The bacon on their BLTs? You bet. The best part? It’s all affordable. The people at Copper Star Coffee know you shouldn’t be charged an arm and a leg for a nice hot cup of coffee and a delicious breakfast sandwich. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to try it for yourself.
Provision
4501 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 626-3866
Provision’s mission statement is “To build community through quality coffee, food, and beverage.” They do that, and they do it well. At Provision, coffee is meant to be approachable for everyone. They typically offer 3-5 different types of single-origin coffees from different regions. Each has its own unique flavor profile. This enables people to experience a broad spectrum of coffee and find what works for them. Everyone has different tastes, and Provision knows that. Provision also serves up classic, traditional, and seasonal cocktails at their bar if you visit later in the day, adding another dimension to everything. You can also order breakfast and lunch food items. All are delicious, but the breakfast sandwich is definitely the move if you’re in before 11 am. Oh, there’s also a secret menu, but you’ll need a password to access that, and it’s not our job to tell!
Deseo A Coffee Shack
2330 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 275-3155
Whether you want to enjoy a delicious cup of organic and fair trade coffee on their patio or inside their cozy cafe, Deseo A Coffee Shack guarantees you’ll always have an experience that will make you ready to return. Their dedication to quality sees them partner with local dairy suppliers and bakeries to ensure that everything in their shop is fresh and of the highest quality. You can also enjoy a variety of food options for breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack. The breakfast chilaquiles with an egg on top is definitely a go-to if you’re hungry. No matter what, Deseo A Coffee Shack provides everything you could ask for from a coffee shop: quality drinks, food, and great service.
Xanadu Coffee Co.
625 North 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 283-4000
Xanadu Coffee Co. is so much more than a coffee shop. In fact, this shop only opened up in the last few years. Prior to that, Xanadu operated a coffee house in the center of downtown Phoenix that has not only roasted its own coffee but also enabled other local businesses to roast their own, all while teaching people how to be baristas, fixing machines for those who need it, and making incredible coffee to boot. The shop in the Garfield District is where you can come to relax and enjoy a cup of coffee made by people who love every part of the process that goes into it. So come on by, order your favorite drink, and dig into one of their delicious ‘wiches. When you do, you’ll see why Xanadu is so loved by the community that it serves.
Luanas Coffee and Beer
1502 West Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 314-5557
Luanas Coffee and Beer is a place where you can get breakfast, lunch, and dinner, each with its unique vibe. As the workday comes to an end, the coffee goes away, and the beer comes out. The food menu is bigger than most coffee shops, and breakfast is served all day and night. Luanas’s breakfast pizza is delicious and one of those items that hits no matter what time of day. You can sip on traditional lattes or try one of their many specialty lattes and refreshers. Luanas Coffee and Beer isn’t your standard coffee shop, but that’s what makes it so special. It’s also what makes it one of the best spots in the city.
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