From the moment you walk through the door, Brick Road Coffee wraps you in a sense of belonging. The…read morestaff -- shoutout to Jordan & Vivian, who were absolutely wonderful -- are warm, conversational, and genuinely helpful with recommendations. This is the kind of place where you immediately feel like a regular, even on your first visit. What makes Brick Road special goes beyond great coffee. They've created a space that's proudly queer-friendly and welcoming to everyone, full stop. The vibe is cozy and eclectic -- there's a small library tucked in, tasty pastries to go alongside your drink, and when I stopped in, The Golden Girls was playing on a projector. Honestly, perfect. I don't find myself in Tempe often, but Brick Road Coffee has officially earned a spot on my must-visit list every time I'm in the area. Do yourself a favor and stop in.

I LIKE coffee.... A lot. We just recently moved to the area…read moreand have been trying all of the tea and coffee shops that have solid reviews. The line here was crazy long like I had to stand outside and wait to get in and stand in their line inside. All good though it's mostly just because of the odd layout of tables and furniture and things. Overall an excellent place and the coffee was good! Just need to have plenty of time waiting for coffee ...

This place is such a hidden gem! It's just off University, but tucked away perfectly. I loved the…read moreatmosphere 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.

This location was so charming, especially being right inside the ASU bookstore! The customer…read moreservice was awesome from start to finish. My daughter and I walked up to the counter ready to order, and I knew I wanted a mocha--but I wasn't completely sure. Hunter stepped right up to the register, already fired up and ready to help. I asked him, "Do you think I want a mocha?" and without hesitation he said yes! We both laughed, and then he suggested adding vanilla, which had me completely sold. Then he started talking to my daughter about a couple of other drink options, and wow--he had me reconsidering my whole order! My daughter reminded me that I don't like prickly pear, but Hunter kindly let me sample it anyway. Sure enough, I still didn't like it--but he made it sound so delicious and refreshing that I almost believed I would! We left already planning our next visit just to see Hunter again. If you get the chance to have an encounter with him, take it! He truly knows the products and how to market them. And most importantly--the drinks were excellent!!!

The blueberry yogurt drink is soo good! It was very busy when we stopped by yesterday but we didn't…read morewait too long. Totally recommend!!

A great pick-me-up spot if you're in the area and looking for options between coffee and matcha! I…read morehave not been to Coffee 48 before, but have only heard good things, so when me and my coworker were nearby we had to make a stop. I ordered the matcha latte with ube cold foam, and oat milk. I really wanted to try the earl grey matcha latte, but unfortunately the earl gray is pre-mixed with 2% milk so I had to go non-dairy. The ube cold foam was actually the perfect flavor, it had the earthiness and vanilla richness that I was looking for to accent the matcha. The matcha itself on the other hand, was a little too milky for my tastes, and kind of got lost in the ube flavor. I would have loved for it to be a little stronger! There was virtually no wait when I came in, but it's definitely a small space with only 2 seats and a small table, so this is a grab-and-go kind of spot. Don't expect a work space! Overall, a good spot with lots of tasty sounding options, and I think I'll be back to try the coffee.

Happy to be leaving a better review this time around- I took a break from Infusion after my last…read moreexperience to explore some other local coffee places, but the beautiful interior, great music, and the delicious coffee keeps me coming back. I had their regular cold brew with a splash of cream and a Sunrise Sandwich- both were so good! The cold brew had a lovely aftertaste that in my opinion, reminded me of dark chocolate and whiskey. Service was also fantastic- the lovely barista was thorough in her explanations of each cold coffee option to help me find what I was looking for! My sandwich was also lovely- the Sunrise Sandwich on an Everything Bagel is easily my favorite breakfast sandwich in Tempe. The Basil Pesto adds a bit of freshness to an otherwise very rich sandwich. Also stopped in a few more times on my evening walks for a Lavender Haze (seasonal earl grey sage honey drink: EXCELLENT!) and their seasonal energy drink- it was a Sunset Spritz (energy with grapefruit pink cordial): both delicious. Happy to say service has improved greatly. Employees are on task and happy to answer my questions. The drinks on the seasonal menu are very good, and their classics are also great. If you're going to go soon, I'm a big fan of the Sage honey and a big fan of the cordial syrup on the 2026 Spring Menu. Will definitely be hitting Infusion up for some future study sessions. Glad to see Infusion takes customer feedback seriously.

It was my first time at Infusion. What a unique cafe. It is situated in a historic building. A…read morecreamery in its previous life according to the sign. There is plenty of seating that can accommodate different size groups. I went with a pour-over, Brazil at the recommendation of the barista. It did not disappoint, great flavor. The rest of our group were happy with their drink selections. The pastries were a good accompaniment. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about their menu. I will be visiting again.

I'm a regular in this cafe since I'm close by. This place is always packed in the morning, rightly…read moreso. The coffee is good, the pastries to die for, and every now and then the lunch is amazing (the cheeseburger!!). I've made friends with the lady cashier who works there. I applaud her greatly for her hard work having to man the shop alone for pretty much all the time, and even when she is alone her customer service and friendliness is still top tier. She really sets the ambiance right especially when the day just started. That's why I do hope the customers show some leniency since she's pretty much alone cashiering and making the drinks. Overall, this place I would say is a hidden gem.

A true hidden gem I happened to find last minute. Their pastries are all amazing!! Took a bunch to…read morea friend's house and all guests were raving about them. The staff is so friendly and sweet! Highly recommend!

Super cute coffee and pastry shop. They have a large menu to choose front as well as some cute keep…read moresakes and goodies. The shop offers a cozy spacious patio seating as well as some 5 top and 2 tops inside. Service was welcoming and friendly. It was our first times, I tried the cold Carmel macchiato coffee and it was perfect sweet to coffee ratio for me:) I would def order again. It's a nice meet up place or two f you want to have a meeting unless you sit on the patio during leaf blowing of trimming hour then you might have to yell every other sentence but other than that great and cozy!

Was looking for a nearby coffee spot after class and decided to try out Honey 2 a Bee. My low…read morerating is because I didn't love their matcha. To be fair, the employee gave me a warning that they use ceremonial matcha which is much stronger and asked me if I wanted to change it out for a more typical matcha powder they use for other drinks. I've had great ceremonial matcha before so I didn't think it would be a problem but for some reason I felt like my drink tasted so odd. I got their spanner matcha which was described to be salted maple flavoring. I'm not sure if it was the matcha or the maple but it had a weird aftertaste that I can seem to describe it other than an expired taste. Because the employee gave me a warning before I would go back and try something else in hopes of a better experience.

I cant believe its almost been a year since Ive been back and omg this place got even cuter! They…read moremoved a building over and I was surely confused. Its much bigger, brighter, and pinker! I love it! They have a super cute photo booth you can also take pics in. My friend and I just so happened to be there when they were giving away free flowers. Such a beautiful surprise. I also asked a suggestion on a sweet tea and they made me a blue jasmine green tea with lemonade and sugar. It was such a pretty purple drink and I would get it again. Tasted just like candy. The cashier and workers were so nice! Got our drinks and avacado toast quick. The toast was delicious. I would come back! Love the new look jasmine jo!

This place is so whimsical it brings me joy. There are fresh flowers everywhere and you can but…read morebaby bouquets or individual flowers to create your own large one. The process was so nice and easy, and there is someone available to help you wrap it up. The drinks can be a hit or miss at times. I had one drink a long time ago that was not good at all, but most recently tried the Chocolate Cosmos and really loved it. I also appreciate the photo booth - although it is $6 for two photo strips, it adds to the fun and whimsy.

I love Steve's Espresso! The location is easy to get to and there is plenty of parking. The…read moreinterior is extremely cute, there are two separate rooms you can sit in. One room is set up with more traditional tables and chairs and the other room has a very cozy atmosphere with couches and comfortable upholstered chairs. The shop was extremely busy, but the noise level was surprisingly not that loud. The barista was extremely customer friendly and even though he had multiple orders before me, he finished my drink in record time! I got an iced Rose Vanilla Latte with oatmilk and it was phenomenal! The drink was a perfect balance of flavors and you can taste the coffee, the coffee tasted rich, bodied, and high quality. The balance of ice and drink was great, the drink did not have too much ice and it was cold enough. Overall I had a great experience with Steve's Espresso and I am looking forward to visiting again and trying their other drinks and their food.

This is a great local coffee shop with lots of delicious food. Options stopped in with some friends…read morehad one of their specialty copies, which was so good. It was very very busy. This is a local joint, where lots of people come and have social time or lots of people on their laptops. The hustle bustle kind of place. Staff is very friendly. Bathrooms are nice and clean. I didn't eat this day, but I saw all of the food options and they looked really really good. This is a great local fine. I will come back again.

Service was great, drive thru was quick, and drinks were super good! Definitely recommend the ham…read moreand cheese croissant and iced americano.

I'm an americano purist -- every trip I take, I make it a point to hunt down the best cup in the…read morearea. Better Buzz did not disappoint. Their americano ($4.69) has this natural sweetness at the finish that comes straight from the beans, not from anything added. Genuinely one of the best americanos I've had in my life. I liked it so much I bought a bag of their beans to take home. On the food side, I tried the cherry danish ($5.29) and the Crumbonne ($5.29). The Crumbonne is a fun concept, monkey bread in muffin form, but the texture fell a little flat and it didn't quite live up to the idea. The danish was fine, nothing memorable. That said, the experience was still a 5/5 for me. I visited around 9 AM when the shop was peaceful and easy to find a seat. Plus, the staff were memorably friendly. If you appreciate a truly well-crafted coffee, this is the spot. The Americano alone is worth the trip.

After visiting Qamaria Coffee in Rancho Cucamonga over Thanksgiving weekend, I knew I had to find a…read moreYemeni coffee spot near me. Well, close to me. I drove from Glendale to Tempe on Sunday morning, just for this coffee experience! I was so happy to find dedicated parking (turn into the parking structure at the address) and Shibam's entrance is just steps away! The service was great and it was plenty of seating available, even though it's a small place inside. I appreciated the fast, friendly service. I chose the Shibam latte (gotta go for the namesake for the 1st visit) and a beef sambusa! The latte was beautifully delicious and the sambusa was flaky and so flavorful! I am gonna add to my order and get the potato sambusa next time! I loved the tactile experience of grabbing the cup of coffee, balancing the filled-to-the-rim cup of coffee and guiding the cup to my lips! Just delightful! I will definitely be back and next time bring friends!

I couldn't say enough about the coffee and great customer service at Shibam Coffee!…read moreDid you know Shibam is known for the oldest skyscraper city made out of mud? Super cool! I came here on a Sunday. Parking is available near the garage or street. The barista working that day was super helpful. He showed me the menu of different coffees and teas. I ordered the pistachio latte, date latte, and the Dubai chocolate cake. I adjusted the sugar content to 25% sweetness. All three items did not disappoint! I'm thought about it days after and can't wait to go back. Clean tables and inviting environment. I'll be back!