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4.0 (588 reviews)
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Emily S.

I wanted to give Fair Trade another shot because their drink menu really does look appetizing. What I find the most frustrating is these policies that really don't make much sense. They offer a flight with two coffee drinks and a matcha drink. The matcha drink on the main menu (not as part of the flight) specifically says it can be made as an espresso or a matcha. So I inquire if the matcha drink in the flight can be made as an espresso instead and they tell me no modifications. So I ask if the two espresso drinks in the flight can be made half sweet or with non-dairy milk and they tell me no, because they are batched already, but the matcha drink can be modified to be half sweet. Wait, what? I was just told no modifications on the matcha, now I can modify the matcha? But I can't have it as an espresso. Hmmm. I really didn't love that. So we decided to forego the flight and try two regular drinks. They were pretty large size and very sweet despite ordering half sweet. Maybe Fair Trade suits others' palates more but I just don't think it's for me.

Matcha Flight
Olivia Z.

Not bad matcha! The space is super cute and perfect for chatting with friends or getting work done. We came in around 2:30 on a Thursday and got our drinks within 10 minutes of ordering. The service was quick and the workers were nice. We ordered a matcha flight which comes with a banana cream matcha, strawberry cream matcha, and a coconut cream matcha. The quality seemed a bit inconsistent since the strawberry one was super strong and matcha forward whereas the coconut one had little to no matcha flavor and was predominantly coconut. There were also a few clumps in the drink but that didn't affect the texture too much. My favorite was definitely the strawberry since it was the strongest. The flight came in at a little over $20 (we got oat milk) which was quite pricey because the drinks were super small (probably the size of 1.5x a normal matcha) so we paid double the price for variety lol. It is definitely a cute concept though, especially for the indecisive. Ratings Strawberry cream matcha: 4.5/5 Coconut cream matcha: 2.5/5 Banana cream matcha: 3.5/5

Matcha flight!
Liz C.

The matcha flight here is not just hyped, it's everything you thought it was going to be and more! Honestly thought that the matcha wasn't going to be good but was I wrong. I got the flight, of course, because why not? Everyone was raving about it. Three flavors of matcha: coconut cream, banana cream and strawberry cream. My friends also got another large matcha on the side. The service was pretty fast even with how busy it was. We found seating outside because the inside was packed and full of people. The ambiance was cute and located centrally in Phoenix, very near the airport and college. But anyway, my favorite flavor of the flight was the coconut cream. I would definitely stop by here again and try other things when in AZ because we were in a hurry for our flight home.

Matcha flight was just ok
Christy C.

This cute cafe is open daily and 7am-7pm Parking was ok since there was street parking available Inside was very nicely decorated, spacious, clean, and had plenty of indoor and outdoor seating Service was friendly Pricing was a little pricey so expect to pay $9 for matcha drinks and most of the food was $7-$10+. Got the Matcha Flight ($18) and it came with 3 flavors - strawberry matcha, banana cream, and coconut cream. The matcha was ok and not as rich as I was expecting since they use ceremonial matcha but it just tasted average. The drinks were a tad too sweet even after giving them a good stir. My favorite was the strawberry matcha since there were bits of strawberries and it tasted very refreshing. The banana cream was decent and had a hint of banana without being too heavy. My least favorite was the coconut cream because the coconut was very overpowering so I definitely couldn't taste the matcha. The PB Power Toast ($7) was pretty good but a little pricey since it was pretty simple and easy to make. It was basically just a slice of bread with sliced bananas and honey drizzle and cinnamon on top. It tasted pretty good and not too sweet but seemed pretty basic for the price. The Breakfast Croissant ($9.25) was delicious! The croissant was crispy and it was stuffed with two fresh eggs and ham and cheese. Definitely recommend! Overall, I thought the food was decent but the Matcha flight was definitely overpriced and nothing tok special so most likely won't recommend or reorder.

Ube matcha
Shanita F.

The purple matcha was just too beautiful to not order. It's a dollar or two extra for the purple whipped topping, but heck, it's worth it! It kinda tastes like fruity pebbles. Very good! There isn't a lot of space to order and the line quickly reaches the door but there's plenty of seats once you order. I saw a lot of people working at their laptops and such! There's patio seating as well!

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Courtney R.

I am trying local coffee shops with my friends and I will submit. I'm having a great time doing so and Fair Trade Cafe did not disappoint! First of all aesthetically it is so cute and here I came on a Sunday and they had a DJ who played the best mix of music and created such a vibe! And sometimes when they have the DJs in the restaurant, it's too loud and overpowering the DJ here did a good job of providing music that you can vibe to, but not wear it so loud that she couldn't carry on conversations and still enjoy yourself. My friend had ordered us a coffee flight and a Matcha flight and to be honest the market plate was my favorite. I like both coffee and Matcha, but their flavors really stand out the strawberry Matcha and the banana cream. Matcha were my favorite favorites. The banana cream had such a delicious flavor and undertones to it, along with the fact that it had cold foam on top. I enjoyed it so much that I actually got a full-size cut to go. I also had a chocolate croissant which was delicious and my friend had a blueberry muffin. I tasted as it was also delicious. They were heated so they took a minute or so to come out because it was a busy day, but I do like that they do bring your treats out to you and I think the team here was super friendly and engaging and I really can't wait to return.

Double Matcha, Coconut Cream Matcha
Christine D.

I saw this cafe a lot over social media and TikTok, so I definitely had to stop by and try. It's located right next to a free parking garage, so parking is super convenient. Right when you walk in, you can tell this is such a cute and aesthetic cafe. We got the matcha flight, which comes with a strawberry cream, coconut cream, and banana cream matcha. The drinks are about half the size of the normal size, but this was a nice option to try their different flavors. Unfortunately, I think their matchas are a bit too sweet, with their banana cream being way too sweet for me. I was a fan of the coconut cream matcha, however. I wish it was a little less sweet, but still yummy nonetheless!

Michelle D.

Much better experience than our first visit! They had a DJ and the vibe was great. Plenty of outdoor seating and a good amount inside too. I loved the Amor Latte. The matcha, though, still isn't our favorite. We have tried the 3 matcha flight and the strawberry matcha, but it tasted more like sweet strawberry milk than matcha. Very sweet and heavy on the strawberries. They don't offer gluten-free pastries, but they do have gluten free bread for sandwiches. Service not has not been that great, it often feels like we are interrupting the staff to order. We will probably give it another try and hope it keeps improving each time because it's such a great location and coffee shop!

Matcha Einspänner
Jasmine F.

After being mixed it's a perfect matcha color. Really flavorful maple salt latte, without losing the taste of matcha. Baristas were very sweet and accommodating, always worth the drive.

Chorizo Breakfast Sandwich Guerita-Iced Black Magic Woman
Asa P.

This tucked away café is a gem. I had to stop in after meeting a client in the area and I could see the line and hear the music. That's what dreamy in. Not to mention I hadn't been there before. It's a whole vibe. Very busy on the weekends flowing with coffee, laughter, and amazing aroma's coming from the kitchen. The DJ was playing the hits and plenty of space to dive into some work study if needed. It was well worth the wait. Great customer service. I'll definitely be making a trip back for that amazing looking match flight.

Secret Menu Item: Cortado
Bryan N.

Stopped in for a cortado and even though it wasn't listed, the baristas didn't hesitate. They knew exactly how to make it and handed over a perfectly balanced cup with deep espresso flavor and just the right touch of milk. Smooth, strong, and finished before I wanted it to be. We grabbed seats outside and the weather made the whole experience even better. Easy atmosphere, good energy, and plenty of space to relax without feeling rushed. It's an ideal pick for a first meet up, a low key coffee date, or a spot to open the laptop and get things done. On top of that, the pricing is solid for the quality. Downtown Phoenix coffee done right.

Matcha
Lyly T.

One of my best friend favorite matcha spot! Love the vibe here. Staff are always welcoming and nice. Matcha delicious. I feel like it's stronger than most.

Matcha flight
Yu W.

I used to come here all the time before I got my own coffee machine. It gets very busy and crowded on weekends, so try to avoid peak days if you're looking for a quiet coffee break. The location is great, close to downtown Phoenix and many other activities. And get this: there's free parking! Honestly, the coffee itself was pretty average. However, I found myself obsessed with their matcha flight! It comes with three flavored matcha - coconut, banana, and strawberry. If you sit at the bar, you can even watch the barista prepare them, which makes the experience more fun.

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Keep an eye out for fall drinks!

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Matchas are always worth the drive ;)

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Ceremonial matcha for the win!!

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Thank you for loving us! Hope to see you soon! Beautiful pictures!

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Thank you for coming in, we do use Premium A1 Ceremonial Grade matcha!

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Ube matcha is great! Try our free parking garage behind the shop!

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