50 Best Coffee Shops in Tempe

“Randomly found this coffee shop online when looking for a new spot to meet my friend. AMAZING!! All the staff is extremely friendly and personable. Great drinks and good prices. I love that they’re open super late; it was so nice not to rush out of there and catch up with a friend. Parking was easy to find. I will be coming back! If you get the chance, try their version of the “viral” dot cake. It’s the best one I’ve had! So yummy!“

“Excelente lugar limpio, agradable, servicio muy amable y su comida deliciosa; Arepas riquisimas, te Matcha fabuloso.“

“This place is so important! Delicious food and drinks, relaxed community atmosphere. Love it!“

“Let’s see if you care enough to respond- So disappointed!Why are you charging for 20 oz drinks and serving in obviously undersized cups that when weighed are only 15 oz including the cup?!? Using holiday cups w your logo and paying for them by undercutting what your regular loyal customers are paying to get is a lowsy way of doing business. Stop using the undersized cups to up off your regular loyal customers as a means of paying for your holiday cups! Or, 🤔 maybe customers should be warned that they’re not getting what they are paying for- unsavory and poor business practices. And update your menu! No excuse to not serve sugar free and low fat options when diabetics and weight conscious clients are also paying clients who now have to go elsewhere because you don’t serve them! Shame on Bikini Beans! Or did you think that girls in things w sweat dripping off their bodies while making our drinks and overly sugaring drinks will make up for inadequacy?!? And make sure that your scantily clad servers at least wear antiperspirant and take the time to write what the drink is on the lid so when omeone orders two or more (as I have been for sometime now) they can actually tell which drink is which! Do the photos below look like something you’d pay for and actually consume w confidence?!? Now let’s see if Bikini Beans even cares enough to reply!“

“A true GEM!!! Da Boss is so sweet and kind. The donuts are FANTASTIC! So are the bagels, croissants and coffee. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Jonathan was the best! We sat outside and had the best conversation with him and learned more about the business and his love of baking!“

“Such a beautiful coffee shop! The space is bright, open, and really well designed. There are plenty of different areas to sit, which makes it a great spot to bring your laptop and get some work done without feeling crowded. The whole place has a really relaxed vibe, and the coffee was great too. Definitely one of my new favorite places to work from in Tempe.“

“If you’re in the Tempe area and trying to have a good shawarma you’re at the right place. Friendly staff and great food. Good portion of food and not heavy on you stomach. I recommend this place. Chicken Shawarma & beef shawarma 🤤🤤“

“We enjoy good coffee and this is the best we have found in the valley so far. Excellent coffee!“

“Great dog friendly patio, yummy coffee & nice staff! ♥️“

“Myaisa was absolutely amazing! She helped me with my order, added the points to my app, and was incredibly polite and helpful throughout the entire experience. She and the better buzz team made everything quick and easy and provided great customer service. I really appreciate her kindness and professionalism. Thank you, Myaisa!“

“The coffee is incredible here. I feel like I get something different every time and I’m never disappointed. My only problem is that I can never work my way through the entire menu, especially because they have fun new seasonal drinks frequently! I only wish they had a seating space—they only have a couple of chairs because it’s a small space. Do note they have a surcharge for purchases made via card.“

“This quaint coffee shop sits in a small courtyard with beautiful, lush plants surrounding it. You could walk right past it and not even know it is there, but it is worth finding. The coffee has a very rich and robust flavor. The staff was incredibly friendly. The food looked amazing. This place is an amazing spot to enjoy morning cup of coffee!“

“They have the best coffee around! Everything is good - the latte, drip, cold brew. It’s never bitter and always smooth. Their food is good too. I love their breakfast burritos!“

“Eden never misses. It has become my weekly ritual to come here after my morning lecture. Great study environment - the definition of cozy. No matter what I order I am always happy! The staff is always so sweet, too. Prices are very reasonable for the quality and compared to other coffee shops near by.“

“The food is delicious! Customer service is outstanding! This is going to be our home away from home!“

“Love this place. Have been a customer since before they moved to their current location.

Staff are always friendly. The ambience is chic and cute and comfortable and I love it. Other coffee shops should take a page from their interior design book. :) Also, they have this adorable little photo booth.

Biggest limitation is there aren't a lot of electric outlets...so not really a premium place if you're looking to work and need to be plugged in. Also, BIG windows, so it can be a bit bright...but that's a matter of preference - I like a little darkness, but lots of folks will appreciate this.

P.S. Also, if you've been to their Ahwatukee location...totally different vibe...a lot friendlier and warmer here...whereas the Ahwatukee location can feel a bit clinical and the staff a bit cold.“

“I went here two or so years ago and their gyros and hummus sub par but when I recently went I noticed either someone bought it off or just made dramatic changes. The gyros and hummus is AMAZING. So yummy I just stuff myself. I've had other gyros but Opa Life just takes the cakes. The gyros are more than enough and so good and the jalapeno cilantro hummus is just so good. I've returned here so many times I think they're starting to recognize me. Lol

9/25/26:
Though the food is good, man the prices are just alot.....I got a gyro chose my side for the hummus which is extra and half order Greek fries. All totaled $29 and some change. The hummus never came with any pita bread. This was called a rare treat for me. Just the pricing is overwhelming.“

“Chill place for morning coffee, the have all the doors open …. Just a chill place.“

“This place has the best coffee around and an amazing staff. I’m assuming it was the owner that was in, but we just came in a half hour before they were actually open and even though we were totally fine with coming back later, he gladly made us coffees. Highly recommend this place! The cold brew is the best I’ve had and the cappuccino was an actual cappuccino. About 75% of the time I order one elsewhere is like a full cup of milk. This place knows coffee, definitely check it out!“

“Their gelato is amazing!!“

“Great coffee, food, and vibe. Such a vibrant space to meeting people or take a break.“

“I love the bubbly personality of the baristas, I find when Im not sure what I want they make a great recommendation too! Love all the specialty drinks- The BEST!!“

“Ordered doordash from here and only got the oatmeal with bannana, strawberries, and Nutella. I wasnt expecting much as it was oatmeal. I ended up being delightfully surprised by not only the freshness of the ingredients but the amazing plating for a to-go order. I will update when I visit in person.“

“Great Chai, Delicious Banana Bread, And An Awesome Bike Technician ❤️🚴“

“One of my neighborhood go-to's whether I am in PHX, Tempe, or Scottsdale. Great Burritos, Cold Brew is 🤌🏻🤌🏻“

“Super chill place with good music and better drinks. The seasonal options are delicious with the Pumpkin Pie Best Drink Ever being a very very solid option, and high-quality food being available as well. Service is very friendly, even if a tad busy!“

“I went to this Press Coffee every day during my business trip, and it quickly became my go-to spot. Their lunch options are excellent, and the cold brew is especially great.

Everything on the menu from sandwiches to burritos and breakfast items is tasty, fresh, and good quality without being too heavy or greasy.

They also have a nice little outdoor patio, which makes it a very pleasant place to take a break.“

“Best Coffee...best service...best place! Been going here for more than 15 years and never found a place that has better iced coffee or better service.“

“I love this place! My go to for mother's day, Valentine's day, teacher appreciation gifts, you name it! So lovely and affordable!“

“Excellent food choices and extremely friendly service.“

“Very clean, staff was very friendly. We are just visiting from out of state and checking out different coffee shops & the atmosphere was warm & inviting. Great ice coffee!“

“Happy Joe is the best coffee and always has fun flavors and the nicest funniest baristas. When I’m not in Tempe I crave Happy Joe. It is the best.“

“This review for Cortez is long overdue. To add the very short of it at the start, if you live in Arizona and drink freshly roasted coffee daily and you are not buying from Cortez, you need to at least try a bag. My first order was because it was cheaper than other local specificity roasters. I keep returning for more because of Cortez’s unique selection of odd and exciting fermentations and processes (Juicy Lulo springs to mind quickly). It is some of the best coffee you will ever have. Story Time: Sorry, not sorry. I used to go down the street from work and pick up bags from another Arizona roaster; however, I was laid off from GM along with over 900+ other people. I found Cortez by searching for a local coffee roaster that I could order by mail that would not break the bank to save some money. I made my first order on Nov 8th, 2023, and ordered a bag of Columbia Ocampos, plus some other small 8oz bags from Cameroon. I made my first cup of Ocampos and quickly realized that it was one of the best cups of coffee I have had, and with that, he had me hooked because, on Nov 22nd, I ordered a second order, then Dec 10th, Dec 22nd; you get the idea... I have been drinking coffee daily from Cortez for over a year, and each new, unique coffee gets better and better. My standard order is a monthly 2lb bag of Vulcan Azul for espresso and each new drop. When writing this, it is Colombia Vergel, which is just… amazing! It is fruity, acidic, and a real treat for the senses; who knew coffee could be so wild and flavorful! I had the pleasure of meeting Ron Cortez at his cafe (The Bright Side) in Tempe once a few months ago. He was an absolute pleasure, and I felt I could speak with him about coffee for quite a while. I ordered a pour-over Finca Amalita (that is his farm, so cool!), which was made in a vandola, and to this day, I have not had a better cup of coffee, and I really need to find some time to go back. Anyway... long story short, buy some Cortez Coffee.“

“Great cappuccino in a beautiful cup. Feels like you are in Europe.“

“I love this place so much. The people that work at palette are so nice and friendly. The best part is their coffee bar. They have some of the best tasting coffee and tea.“

“Good drink!! Good severies!!“

“Gotta love Dutch Bros, for sure.
My biggest challenge is deciding on what to get.
The classics are always good but a couple of the Dutch Faves or energy drinks can hit the spot, as well.
Try the iced Cocomo with an extra shot...
The people are always nice and they do a good job of keeping the lines moving pretty quickly.
We love this South Tempe location, for sure.“

“Talisha is so friendly and prompt! ? My Saturday morning routine is to get a hot nonfat latte to sip while I do my shopping. Never disappointed. Worth your time to go here when you're out and about, regardless that there's a freestanding location in the parking lot!“

“My favorite Starbucks in Tempe Best employees 😊“

“Best donuts in El Paso! Great customer service!“

“Friendly employees and only a drive-thru, convenient for me. Happy it's there. Go enjoy their great coffee.... :*)))))

Note to folks that put these programs together, these questions do not even pertain to this and other establishments. There's no indoor seating, therefore no atmosphere, no take-out and you need no parking space. Ask better questions so I and others can give more informing information. Wake up!!!! Thank you!!

PJ“

“One of my favorite healthy places to get breakfast or lunch when I'm on this side of town! Portion sizes are good for me, I ate half my veggie burrito at this point in the pic. The Paradise Glow drink tastes very good, no crash. A tad bit pricey, I added 2 extras in my burrito and altogether was $20. They do have good deals sometimes and points do add up for discounts! Enjoy!“

“This small business really cares about what they are offering and it shows!“

“My pup and I always enjoy stopping by this location for a weekend coffee and a pup cup. The barista team is always super friendly and helpful.“

“I don't normally do 5 stars across the board. But I was pleasantly surprised at how cute and nice this Cafe was, how great the food was including the drinks, and how friendly and quick the staff was. This was our first time in and we'll leave back for sure with the kids. They had freshly squeezed orange juice, the coffee was awesome, and the food was so incredibly tasty and fresh!“

“I think its the best i love their iced coffee and they have great sercice :)“

“As someone who is dairy free, I was so excited to find out they have a dairy-free dark chocolate option for their mochas! It's so hard to find a truly good dairy-free mocha, and this one did not disappoint. Such a great option if you're dairy free or have a dairy allergy! They also have lotus energy which is great and not too highly caffeinated.“

“We love the Pup Cups. I'm a fur mom of three fur babies and they love their cups.“

“I live here.“