I loved my experience at Cartel! I went for the first time last week. The indoor cafe is so spacious and the staff are very friendly. I went early enough in the morning that it was practically empty in the cafe so it was such a quiet and peaceful experience. The chai was so creamy and delicious and so was the blueberry poptart I ordered. I will definitely be back again soon! read more

Cartel Roasting - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Short and sweet review for one of my favorite local coffee shops in Arizona. Cartel just gets good coffee. Their drinks are always artfully crafted - and there's truly something for everyone on their menu. I stopped by this location twice during my recent week-long stay in Tempe. You'll almost certainly encounter a line at any time of day - but the baristas move quickly, and it's well worth the wait. My go-to order is their Single Origin Cold Brew, which is made in house and can be customized with whatever milk and sweetener you like. They also offer a Nitro Cold Brew if that's more your speed, along with several fun seasonal creations. This location is almost always busy with people studying or working or hanging out - but not so busy that you won't be able to find a table. I love that their decor stays true to that neighborhood coffee house vibe. I especially appreciate that they display local art and ceramics for guests to admire as they're waiting in line ... we loved something on display so much we took it home to Nashville with us! read more

I recently visited Cartel Roasting and was impressed by how spacious and inviting the atmosphere was. The service was friendly and efficient, which added to the overall positive experience. However, I was not particularly impressed with the quality of the coffee. It lacked depth and flavor, which was disappointing. The food was okay, but I felt it could have been better. Overall, I would say that Cartel Roasting has potential, but there is room for improvement in both their coffee and food offerings. PS. They have hidden Elmo's it's cute. read more

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This place is such a hidden gem! It's just off University, but tucked away perfectly. I loved the atmosphere and the coffee was very good. My only complaint is that they didn't have caramel for a caramel latte. I ended up getting an iced coconut caramel latte and it was $8 for 12 ounces, which seems extremely expensive for a small coffee. The coffee was good, but strange that they didn't have regular caramel. read more

Love the ambiance! Delicious coffee too! Quick service with a smile. The decor is cool and there is plenty of seating. read more

Cartel Roasting - Sweet latte with vanilla - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

One of my favorite places to study. I love the music they play & the coffee is solid. You definitely have to get there a bit early since it's usually packed inside but this is my favorite place to study. Plus there's a great pizza place next door. read more

Cartel Roasting - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Great place to catch up with friends and or to do some work, and it is also conveniently located right by ASU. The drinks are good and the service is always great. They have plenty of tables and seating areas to be able to work from... I definitely recommend trying out their teas. read more

I've officially tried everything on the menu and I do not like any of it. Sorry. Staff is fab tho.

I had a great experience, the coffee was good, and the vibes were nice. I definitely will be trying other things on the menu read more

Cartel Roasting - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I come here every weekend and this weekend i placed an online order so i could pick it up at 9:55am. I get there and wait at the pickup spot for a few minutes and i don't see my order so i decide to get in line and see if it's there. They find the order and tell me it will be right out. My order was not done till 10:15am, i don't understand what the point of pickup is then if it's not ready. Please make changes to this system or just get rid of pickup as a whole if it is too overwhelming. read more

Staff recommended an iced latte with agave and cinnamon, and I loved it. Inside is nice, and walls are filled with local art, and positive words throughout from under glass tables to the entry wall, love the kind spirit. Only negative is that there is one restroom with one stall, there was a line the whole time, always someone waiting. read more

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I wanted to get on the bandwagon but this wasn't something that wow'ed me. I LOVE the decor and ambiance. Tables galore and very trendy setting. I opted for the dirty chai (around $7) and I just wasn't feeling it. I can't put my finger quite on why, so I definitely think if you're in the area, stop by and give it a try yourself. read more

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Was looking for a good, not too crowded or small place to study. Was my first coffee shop that I studied in and was a perfect first choice. They do play music so make sure to bring headphones, although I did find myself turning mine off because they had a good playlist. Coffee selections are simple yet good (iced and hot options). Will definitely come back here if I can't make it to the library. read more

I always love the ambiance! But as a former Barista, I watched the barista give me a burnt shot that was left on the bar for who knows how long... They did a good job on steaming the milk but a burnt shot changes the whole drink. read more

Cartel Roasting has never done me wrong, always nice people, good atmosphere, yummy coffee and pastries. Plus, Buffalo Exchange is right next door for a little ice coffee, thrifting action. read more

Best coffee in Arizona! Great service and delicious coffee drinks. Love the Tempe location on Ash. Excellent baristas

Cartel never disappoints, the coffee is out of this world, I always get the CCL because it's so unique I have not been able to find something similar at any coffee shop. The vibe at this one is super chill, it's near ASU so a great place for students to come with a laptop and study or work. The staff is really friendly too. read more

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Cartel Coffee wins at ambiance. It's a great place to lounge and do work or meet someone. There's lots of college kids here getting things done or reading. However, the inside is super air-conditioned to the point that I was uncomfortable and the outside seating is covered with flies, so I didn't stay long. Their prices are a little outrageous, but I guess they can do that because they're on a school campus. The 8-oz is almost $6, and it is a tiny cup. Their coffee is pretty good, but it really does not blow my mind. I've tried their almond milk latte a few times now, and it lacks body and foam. It also leaves a sour aftertaste. It's not a bad coffee, but it isn't in my top ten in the city. read more

Cartel Roasting - the interior of a restaurant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Coffee flavor: excellent (latte and lavender honey iced latte) Size of coffee: one size only ...no large and my latte was a baby size. I would have to get two but at that point it was expensive enough. That is fine if the drink were bigger for the price I paid but ouch. Big big negative! Music: blaring for customers/ and bad timing for me as a customer as well as the toddler and his dad near me. Lyrics in a slow rap "F--k your sister, F---k you mother, F---k your assh---e!" Ummmm listen all you run a public place and from me to you all F you!! A business should be embarrassed to share songs like this to the public. I love Frank Zappa going up but I would never blast his music out to all type of people coming into my store! What are you thinking. Made me angry that you think it is ok. I am not a prude, but just the Pricipal of the decision is what kills the Vibe that you just don't give a sh--! The music is more important than what the customer thinks. Way to go. Service: I was asked if my drinks were to go. I said yes. When called up I got open paper and plastic cups but then it was up to me to find the lids and put them on. No drink carrier just move on. Was the feeling I got. Not their intention, but again I am writing a bad review based on First Impressions in hopes that they work harder in doing better. Clear up a few things and you could have a winner. Parking : they can't control but it is tight and didn't see really friendly back there. I put three stars for size of drinks, price, and Gall (TBH) of musical ambiance and ignorance to customers. read more

I've frequented Cartel many times, Tempe and Scottsdale location. The Scottsdale location is much smaller, but offer couple tables, bench seating along with some high tops and small outdoor patio. Though it is intimate, service is friendly, beverages are tasty and the atmosphere is bright and open. Their breakfast burritos are tasty if you're looking for a quick bite and overall a great place to stop by or do some work. Ample free parking is available, being in old town and on the side streets, it's easy to get to and in a great location. read more

Cartel Roasting - Espresso Tonic - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Delicious coffee. They roast their own coffee. I got a iced vanilla latte. Wish they had caramel drizzle but they don't . Still good. The location is on the corner/side. read more

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Always on the search for a good cup of just regular coffee nothing fancy, sugary, ten dollar cup of coffee. Cartel is the best and closest I have found in town. read more

Ok, I am officially OBSESSED with the Chagaccino beverage at this coffee spot! The Chagaccino is a heavenly mushroom and coffee beverage that includes Chaga, cacao, cinnamon, vanilla, and monk fruit sweetener. I also added skim milk, so all in this drink was less than 100 calories. That's wild because it tastes so decadent it should be sinful to imbibe. The best part is it's also affordable at $5.50 for 12 oz. Unfortunately, the avocado toast I ordered with this drink wasn't as phenomenal. I'm willing to forgive its mediocrity because it was only $4.50. ‍ Cartel - Thank you for putting me onto my new favorite coffee indulgence! read more

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i loveee the CCL! cartel is a staple in my routine whenever i visit arizona. it is such a delicious, reliable coffee spot. it is always busy and consistently pumps out good brews! i was so happy to find out they have a location in california because, now, anytime i'm driving thru palm springs i can happily order my iced latte. overall, highly recommend! my coffee snob boyfriend is a fan and my coffee loving mother was obsessed when we had her try it. the locations are trendy, clean, and tend to have really nice baristas that get your drinks out fast! read more

I really enjoyed the coffee at this establishment. The ambiance was good, seems like a great spot to get work done! The only thing is that the line gets extremely long, especially on the weekends. But the service is really fast so it isn't too bad! read more

Really good coffee. I got an iced vanilla latte, one of the best I've had so I see why it's expensive. A good place to talk or study, although note that the music is kinda loud. I try to sit further away from the speaker so I can focus on my work. Good vibes overall read more

We visited Tempe for Five days and tried several coffee houses before finding Cartel. Once we did, it became our go-to shop, twice a day. Good coffee. Good service. Good people. Good patrons. Good ambience. Five s read more

Ordered a cup from a tall dude who hadn't shaved his whiskers in what looked like years. Without asking my name or how my day was he shot me with an evil glare and proceeded to process my order and wrote "USA" on my cup... Very strange encounter... Not sure if he was being racist, "or what have you," as I am of Latino decent, however I wasn't offended as I could just tell he had something "dark" on his heart that he wouldn't speak on... My cup was stacked to the brim with ice and tasted pretty terrible... PLEASE proceed with caution into this establishment! On a lighter note the ladies working there were extremely friendly and the atmosphere from the customers were great, but that one tall kid spooked me to the bones. I will never return. :) PEACE AND LOVE read more

Met up with a friend for coffee and Cartel was the place picked. I haven't been to Cartel in a while outside of the one in the airport, so it was nice to come back and visit. After checking out the menu I went with an iced vanilla latte and it was a the perfect latte. Still dig the vibe of Cartel and they have plenty of seating. I have been a fan of Cartels for years and like I said it's the only coffee shop I visit when I am at Sky Harbor (its in terminal 4 C Gates). If in the area and looking for coffee give Cartel a try. read more

Good service fast even when there was a long line. Industrial decor. Good and extra hot Americano drink. They offer only one size drinks. FYI. My friend said his iced drink had too much ice. We like and would recommend. read more

One of the best coffee. I came from out of town for a couple days and while walking Old Town Scottsdale, I stumbled upon this place. Ever since I left Arizona I've been ordering their coffee weekly on their coffee subscription. Cute little hip coffee spot. Great tasting coffee. Great lotion. Super helpful and nice staff. Throw in the coffee subscription, now I'm obsessed. read more

Cartel Roasting - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

What is going on Cartel? Stopped by to grab a coffee for the first time in a while. The seating is so...different now. The seating area looks like an underfunded elementary school. Storage and random stuff surrounding the seating area gives it a hoarder vibe. The bathroom is in desperate need of a deep cleaning. Coffee was still good tho! read more

GOOD COFFEE SHOP NEAR ASU I always get a bit confused at coffee shops with simple menus. I asked the barista for a recommendation on what to order, and he recommended a vanilla latte. I expected a better recommendation, perhaps of something more unique to the cafe, but I didn't want to be a Karen and ask the question again. My vanilla latte was good, nothing spectacular though! I appreciate that they have glass cups if you order your drink for "here" to produce less plastic waste. Music was fitting to the ambiance, lots of hipster/tumblr vibes with Lana Del Rey and other similar artists. Parking lot is a bit small. read more

First time here, and I loved it! The space is big and open, with ample seating, tables, and outlets. The staff was so welcoming and kind, had a bit of a mix-up where someone took my breakfast order, and the people working quickly remedied and helped me out. They were soooo awesome :). Thanks for providing a chill spot to get some work done, can't wait to come back. read more

I felt like my iced latte was very much lacking in flavor. The espresso flavor was weak and barely there. I could not taste the lavender syrup at all. It tasted like a cup for milk for $7. The modern decor is nice and it's very spacious inside with lots of seating, but I was not a fan of the metallic tables. It was a bit annoying when my iPad kept sticking to the table when I was trying to work. I also wish it wasn't so dark so I could see better while working. I think this isn't a good study spot for me personally, it would be a better hangout spot. I think this could be a good coffee shop for others but it's just not for me. read more

Wife loves her coffee and was looking forward to coffee in the AM. We were somewhat disappointed in the sizes and the prices. Two large coffees (6.75 each) almost $15!!? Told my wife we should of went to Circle K (they have one on every corner in Tempe,AZ). They only have two sizes 16oz and 10oz, that's a huge difference. I thought everything was very expensive and prices marked up. My wife got a large coffee with an extra shot, we usually use splenda, but they didn't have it, only raw sugar and Stevia. No heavy cream just half and half. My wife was very disappointed in her coffee and didn't even drink half of it. I got a large mocha, it was good. My thinking is if you going to charge high prices, give your customers more of a choice between sweeteners and cream and throw in a medium. read more

Good spot as an Internet cafe. A nice place to decompress. Great spot for the university students.

While visiting out in Arizona, it was great to find a spot that had some variety in their coffee! I as able to purchase some coffee to take home too! read more

I wanted to purchase a gift card for a birthday present and I live out of state. The Cartel website has no working telephone number so I sent a text. Wasn't sure this would even be possible but they got back with me and everything went well. Easy peasy! Thanks! read more

Environment employees are very nice, but the coffee is super weak. You could get 4 shots and still not feel like you had a coffee.