Connections Cafe

Was being harassed in the coffee shop by another customer. I told the main barista in the coffee shop this morning at 1130am on Wednesday 04/30/2025 and a librarian and they refused to assist me. I would not recommend this library and coffee shop due to this and the unclean restrooms, unfair treatment of patrons, and poor customer service.

While visiting the Tempe Public Library, I decided to browse a bit and was pleasantly surprised. They have a huge wall of staff recommendations and displays featuring trending or viral topics, which makes discovering new reads really fun.

I also stopped by the Connections Café to try their coffee—unfortunately, it was a letdown. $7 for a 16oz cold brew that wasn’t great. Cute little spot to sit and read, but I’d skip the coffee.

One of the best parts? They sell used books for just $0.25 to $0.50, including large print and regular editions—a steal! Overall, a great library with some nice perks, but the café could use improvement.

Latte was bad.Maybe I'll try regular coffee when I'm backI've been back and the cookies and pastries are great. Great prices too

Latte was bad.
Maybe I'll try regular coffee when I'm back
I've been back and the cookies and pastries are great. Great prices too

Cozy, happy cafe bordered by books from the little bookstore. A favorite stop!

Great! I love this cozy spot right in Tempe Public Library. It's so convenient that you can grab some snacks or beverages to keep your tummy from rumbling and to keep you energized while sitting, lounging, browsing, or studying at the library.When I came, I did not see much of a line. It was just myself. I took advantage of their posted special- $1 lemonade. It was not too sweet nor too sour. Just the perfect amount of refreshment for a sweltering summer day.There was also some coffee flavors and some yummy pastries to choose from as well. Additionally, the cashier lady working that day was very nice and efficient.

Everything is good here including the

Everything is good here including the price. Desserts have nice big slices.

Avoid the male blonde cashier, he says stuff like i'll try to get your order or when their is two people in line he freaks out, i am just one person up her

There are plugs for laptops underneath those brass circles on the floor. ;-)

Nice spot to get a coffee or drink a soda while working from the laptop/ notebook. Quiet & not crowded.