Cartel Roasting Co

Great coffee experience. Worth the drive.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Unfortunately the WiFi never works. I have to use my phone hotspot every time. Coffee and atmosphere are great but wifi that is not usable is a big miss for me.

Excellent espresso! Appreciated the cashew milk cappuccino. ?

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

This place has a great atmosphere and pleasant service. However, the coffee has a very off flavor to it and is definitely some of the worst coffee I’ve had. I would not recommend this place for that but is nice to hangout and relax.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Nice environment, not too busy, plenty of space to move around

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Below average in a very nice environment. Is a lovely place to spend some time but espresso is below average. Decent after taste but No "Crema" and no thickness.
Price is also on the high side (more than 4$ for an espresso)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

I’d love to give Cartel downtown 5 stars - the ambiance and workspace is great! Unfortunately their internet is completely unusable. From the reviews, this seems to be a long-term issue they’ve had with their provider. For being in the heart of downtown, it’s surprising to see that an internet issue can’t be resolved over such a long period of time. I hope they’re able to fix the issue or find a different provider - I’d love to work here a few days a week, but need reliable internet. Otherwise, the staff and environment are great!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 3

Just had a coffee with heavy cream. Good atmosphere to get some work done, study, or relax.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Manual Drip Coffee

Pretty typical coffee shop. Coffee was pretty good, not great. Blueberry muffin was pretty good, not great. Casual comfortable atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Great atmosphere! Fun place to chill out and it's a great space ? for conversation and coffee.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Used to live in the apartments two blocks away from downtown Tucson's Cartel Coffee. Today I paid more than $4 for literally a half dry fist of granola in a half full container with not possible enough milk ... I was told I could not be charged for extra milk, cashew or soy/rice milk. I had the bad service throw my paid-for order away. Mr. Leight

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 1

I have been here 2 times and I would rate this place 5 stars but I am hoping the owner will see this review and fix something I feel is a very unnecessary problem.

The Wi-Fi is not usable. Way too slow. I have to use my mobile Hotspot to work here.

I would even pay like a $1 or something per visit to have good Wi-Fi. And no, it's not the number of people using it. You just need better WiFi.

I am happy to update my review to 5 star once this issue is fixed.

Cartel Roasting Co. is a hidden gem for coffee lovers and casual visitors alike. The atmosphere is effortlessly cool, with a blend of modern design and cozy, welcoming vibes. The carefully curated music adds an extra layer of charm, creating the perfect background for work, conversation, or simply enjoying a moment of relaxation.

The staff at Cartel Roasting Co. are exceptional—knowledgeable, friendly, and always ready to recommend a new brew or chat about the latest coffee trends. Their passion for coffee is evident in every cup they serve.

Speaking of the coffee, the cold brew at Cartel Roasting Co. is a standout. It’s incredibly smooth, with rich flavors that need no additives. Whether you're a coffee aficionado or just looking for a great cup, you'll find their cold brew to be a refreshing delight.

Overall, Cartel Roasting Co. offers a unique and enjoyable experience that goes beyond just great coffee. It's a place where you can truly unwind and appreciate the finer things in life.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great coffee at a good location

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Manual Drip Coffee

I have been here 2 times and I would rate this place 5 stars but I am hoping the owner will see this review and fix something I feel is a very unnecessary problem.

The Wi-Fi is not usable. Way too slow. I have to use my mobile Hotspot to work here.

I would even pay like a $1 or something per visit to have good Wi-Fi. And no, it's not the number of people using it. You just need better WiFi.

I am happy to update my review to 5 star once this issue is fixed.