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Futuro currently takes the cake for my favorite coffee shop in Phoenix currently. I've tried their matcha two ways: 1. as an iced latte, unsweetened. The first time I ordered it unsweetened was accidental, but trying it without sweetener or flavor was what made me realize that their matcha may be the best I've ever had. I've also had their Mas matcha latte and it is also absolutely delicious and simple and still allows me to taste the matcha through the vanilla and sweetness. I've been to other places that serve Kettl matcha, but none have tasted nearly as rich as Futuro's. The atmosphere itself is true to its name. It is futuristic, simple, and beautiful. It is full of unique art pieces of all types, and they sell their coffees and teas as well. I feel at peace inside and they always have vibey music playing at a perfect volume and incense lit. The service itself is one of a kind and makes me feel like I'm at a 5-star restaurant. They bring your items out on a beautiful tray and will always serve your drink with a cup of water on the side if you order it for here. They will even package your food up for you, which I would never expect from a coffee shop. It can be busy at times with a bit of a wait because the drinks are all made one at a time, but it's always worth the wait. The place isn't very big but has plenty of seating given the space. For working from home, they do have wifi but limited outlets. Their pastries served from a local bakery are also delicious.
The coffee, the pastries, the vibes -- everything about Futuro has gotten me thoroughly obsessed. The intentionality of every item on their menu shines, and I find myself visiting more and more. I'm currently hooked on the Cafe de Olla, a gorgeous blend of sugar and spice that's topped with a star anise pod that enhances the aroma with every sip. But virtually every menu item -- honorable mention to the Cajeta -- is balanced and well crafted. The baristas are all very knowledgeable about their teas, as well. I've recently been SO hooked by their semi-new weekend pastry artist, Ghita, who crafts such unique desserts. Most recently, I tried their absolutely FIRE black sesame craquelin with a mildly sweet tahini cream. The rhubarb cream pastry was also gorgeous and creative. Futuro as a space is intentionally designed as well, with plenty of seating on both sides, boutique goods for sale, and great reads. It's the perfect place to read a book and chill on weekends. And the staff, even when busy, seem to always perfectly serve each order and efficiently clear out plates. Officially my favorite coffee shop 1000% now.
I have been to quite of bit of coffee shops and this place is up there. Got their cold brew black and it was very flavorful. Came here a second time and got their coffee while drinking it in house. The coffee was served nicely in a small coffee pot and clay cup. The shop is also decorated beautifully with small art pieces thoughtfully placed. Highly recommend this place.
Top tier coffee and baristas, contemporary Mexican art, fire culture. We come every weekend for the GF pastries on weekends.
Regrettably, I cannot stand behind Futuro's drinks. By now, I've tried the cajeta (goat milk caramel and maldon sea salt), cafe de olla (piloncillo, cinnamon, anise, citrus), and ahuacate (avocado, lime, maldon sea salt), but I didn't love any of them. While the ingredients compositions are intriguing, I didn't actually like any drink that much. The cajeta was neither sweet or savory enough, and the cafe de olla was weak and not sweet. The ahuacate wasn't my favorite either, but it was indeed a refreshing drink with the lime cutting through the sweetness. However, the sea salt pistachio black sesame cookie sourced from a friend of the business Augustina Fekete's weekend menu, which is reportedly gluten free on weekends (but not widely advertised, if this is your dietary restriction make sure to still ask!)
Absolutely a visually beautiful, modern, artistic place with Mexican inspired drinks and currently serving baked goods from Ghita (Romanian culture based with a love of French pastry and named in honor of the baker's father.) This review is based on our most recent trips but we have been going for at least 7-8 years and fell in love right away. This is a well over due review! The minute you step in you can feel the artistic vibes. They are always featuring artwork and usually of someone local or Mexican inspired art. The service is always excellent. The baristas are very knowledgeable. They always have great coffees from a variety of single origin areas. A lot of their cold brews come from Sey coffee. I'm a super big fan of their cold brews. We have also dabbled in their lattes which are delicious as well. One of my all time favorites the matcha con agua de coco. Not only is it tasty but beautifully presented. I definitely recommend anything on their drink list, from the matcha, to the coffee, to the teas. All great and carefully crafted! It's definitely a top coffee spot for us and we are always recommending it visitors and locals who have never tried it. The newest baked goods from Ghita are hitting soooo good. We have had the Romanian cake and most recently the chocolate beet cake and roasted kabocha squash cake which are amazing! I look forward to more treats from her! Overall an amazing experience! You won't regret it! You'll keep going back for more. If you are in the downtown area come check them out. Such a lovely place ! We will keep being regulars .
one of my fav coffee shops in the valley! love their story and focus on their history, their coffee is delicious, and the experience is intimate. i ordered mazapan (perfect color, not too sweet, delicious!) and @ghita_phx desserts (AMAZING; some of the most unique desserts currently being made in the valley; AND gluten-free!!!) to go. service was friendly and fast, and i always find myself coming back here.
I had been hearing a lot of mixed things about Futuro, so I decided to finally stop by and check it out for myself. I came with my cousin and a friend and both of them had a similar experience as me. The shop itself is super minimal. All white, very design-forward. Personally, I didn't find it cozy or welcoming. It's not the kind of place I'd want to sit in and hang out for a while. Now the drinks: they were good. The menu is Mexican-inspired with unique house-made flavors, which I definitely appreciated. You can tell they put effort into what they're serving. But while the drinks were good, the overall experience just didn't feel warm or inviting. Worth trying if you're curious or into clean, modern aesthetics. But if you're someone who looks for warmth and comfort in your coffee shop experience, this may not be it. It's also good if you want to grab and go!
One of the best matchas that I've had in Arizona! I got the Mas matcha latte (without the pocky) and my friend got a hojicha latte and we both loved our drinks. Although there was quite a wait for our drinks, it was worth it! The staff were super friendly and pleasant, the interior was cool, and the drinks were great. We would definitely come back!
Heard amazing things about Futuro and the presentation - edible flowers and sparkling water, was even greeted by what appeared to be a regular who stated that we found the best coffee shop in town. Futuro definitely did not meet these now high expectations. We were not greeted but were told, "I'll be with you when I can" by the woman behind the counter. She was the sole employee around 8:15am on a Wednesday so I get being tied up and not having any backup but the language was really off putting. She did offer a sample of the horchata when I asked but she was unwilling to provide any recommendations or input. They also only had one dairy free option - oat milk which she claimed was a "high grade barista line" but it was loaded with sugar and seed oils when I read the ingredients. We enjoyed the drinks though they were on the sweet side. I was really hoping for a better experience. There are other coffee shops with Latinx culture and flavors that I'd rather go to.
Paid for a matcha drink and cafe de olla with 2 crescents for $43. Pastries are not made in house yet overcharged on price and not even warmed up because they don't have an oven. Seating is very industrial and singled out. Instead of tables to chat amongst friends and peers there are unseemly displays scattered around the place.
FUTURO is a modern and minimalistic coffee shop doubling as an art gallery/creative space. This spot is located in the Phoenix area where street parking will be your best bet. Inside, they have a sleek minimalistic interior with some cool art up on display. They have about 4-5 tables for seating inside with a couple tables outside the shop as well. For their menu, they have thoughtfully crafted coffee, matcha, and tea drinks. I got the MAS (matcha con crema de vanilla) and it had a unique flavor profile with a good amount of roast. Overall, I am glad I got the chance to check them out. They are definitely one of the more unique and art-forward coffee shops I have been to. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. Stop by to enjoy some art and drinks!
Ordered: Mas (~$9): matcha with vanilla crema Cajeta (~$7): goat milk caramel and maldon sea salt Aya's take: FUTURO makes the list for top 10 cafes & coffee shops I've ever been to! It has that indoor-outdoor feel by somehow connecting the interior and architecture with the outside surroundings. They're also playing very calming music and have art throughout. It's very minimalistic and almost doubles as an art gallery. I tried 2 drinks, the Cajeta and Mas. Both were exceptional. Made with some of the best espresso (SEY Coffee) and matcha (Kettl), respectively - I knew I was in for a treat. Being from NYC and having tried both original locations of SEY & Kettl, FUTURO has taken exceptional ingredients and transformed them into lattes that are extraordinary. The flavors were distinctive, balanced, and earthy. I'm jealous of the people in Arizona who have access to this spot! This is an absolute must try.
4 years ago
FURTURO has been on my Phoenix Coffee spots list and finally made a visit back. I tried the Tónica, I am a big fan of the tonic espressos, and this one was excellent. The espresso has some great fruit notes and perfect drink while walking around in the summer heat and exploring Roosevelt Row. The coffee shop had some great installations and definitely loved the arts involved in the space. read more
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I sorely miss the half stars in Yelp, I would prefer to give FUTURO a 3.5 mainly because the prices are pretty expensive for my idea of coffee, but the ingredient list is definitely high end. This shop was super busy and not a lot of seeing room but if you're heading to the Churchill it's a nice pick me up. read more
5 years ago
The best coffee in the state of Arizona. The drinks were so good we went back the next morning. The drinks are all crafted and service was friendly. I tried both the Lechero and the cajeta, both delicious. All in a beautiful space. Thank you for wearing masks and keeping your community safe. read more
7 years ago
I came here twice in a week! I love the care and attention the baristas take into making the drinks. I ordered a cafe de olla which was well balanced with subtle spices and citrus flavor. Another day I had the moca. Although both tasty, I prefer the olla. The quality and presentation of the drinks are magical. Also I appreciate the Latin cultural influence in the drinks and artwork. My only feedback would be close the doors when it is chilly. read more
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i liked this cafe! very interesting concept as there are art installations with an emphasis on mexican culture. the drinks on the menu are what you would traditionally find at a coffee shop, but with a mexican flair. i ordered a tonic water with espresso and an americano with vanilla cream. i also loved the fashion magazines they have on the wall as they are very fitting for the minimalist atmosphere. overall 5/5 stars - very clean, great staff, and delicious beverages!!! read more
9 years ago
First off, the actual building it is in is called Palabra, which is the salon inside of the building. But also inside the same building is Futuro the coffee shop. There's also a photoroom for photoshoots. You can explore the building (it's in the shape of a horseshoe). You can see the bakery where they make their baked goods for the coffee shop, the coffee bar, and the salon. I knocked a star because parking is slim to none. There's some spots along the front entrance but not very many. It's a very intriguing coffee shop. It has art along one side of the coffee bar but the other side is empty (they should add more). They have spots on that side where you can sit with a laptop and study, so that's nice. I had the "Cajeta" espresso which is espresso with caramel made from cream from goat milk, not cow, wow - a first for me, with sea salt. It was delightful. Very rich, and thick so it was worth the $6. I loved it. I will be back to try the marzipan infused espresso. Also, had a slice of their Blue Corn Lavender bread for $5. It's like corn bread but not as grainy and less sweet, with a zing of lavender. I think if it was more sweet or came with honey like cornbread does then I would have liked it more. It's also better to pair it with coffee than to eat it alone (the edges are really tough). read more
Currently, there are 8 parking spots in the back of the building. It's the kind where the spots are diagonal and you have to drive in and then reverse back into the street bc there's no room to turn your car around. When I first walked in, all I could notice was how white and sleek everything was - the furniture, seats, walls, etc. And also the fact that you first see the salon before you get to the coffee shop in the back. Currently, there are 6 or so individual tables? But the tables are the super artsy/unique kind so they look like the number 7 from its side profile and then when you sit down facing it, it's just this small narrow white paint covered metal rectangle. There's one large glass table on the other side of the ordering area. They have several espresso drinks you can choose from - the avg cost of everything is probably higher than what you would normally pay at any other coffee shop. I got a regular espresso for $3.50. The barista was super nice and chill and when I went on a Saturday morning (9:30ish), there was only one other car parked in the parking lot and two other people drinking coffee at the large table. read more
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I love the music they play here and the mini desks there are for laptops, books, etc. The only downside is that they don't have any outlets!! read more
3 years ago
Futuro is a great minimalist cafe/art gallery/hair salon at the heart of Roosevelt Row in Phoenix. It has super minimalistic interior. Clean and white. They have very interesting variety in coffee flavors. The one I had that was recommended from the server was called Mazapan. It is the one with peanut candy. It tasted amazing. I loved the slight nutty flavor the iced coffee had. The flavor was rich at the same time refreshing. I am now very curious about other flavors... Overall, it's a pretty unique place! I like that they have something of their own. Their own aesthetic and business approach. read more
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Cool place if you're in downtown Phoenix! Their coffee is great. The environment is very minimalistic and cozy at the same time. The staff is very friendly! A must try! read more
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New coffee spot in the neighborhood. Located in a multi-use building (there's also a hair studio and a small art gallery there). They have a clean, minimalist aesthetic, which I love. The barista was super friend and took time to explain the menu. I ordered the Cáscara, which is a tea brewed from the fruit of the coffee bean. I ordered mine iced with sparkling water. Very refreshing on that hot day! It reminded me of something between a tamarind and a hibiscus tea. I love the concept of this place! Will definite return. read more
FUTURO was recommended to us, and I knew had had to check it out, once I learned they serve heart coffee,from Portland Oregon! Being a Portland native, I miss my pacific NW coffee! FUTURO is a unique place, relaxing vibe, serving up coffee, pastries, and breakfast items that are absolutely amazing! I also learned that my FAVORITE, Phoenix local bread maker, Heft, is baking his magical breads, right here at FUTURO! They take every step to perfect their brew, starting with their machines, and skill! Don't expect to get you coffee in 2 seconds, or phone ordered in ready for pick-up, no,no,no....this is real coffee! The smooth balance, and richness will delight any coffee connoisseur! read more
Delicious espresso drink, great vibe even in CVD times. I look forward to coming back. They had fresh pastries and regret not picking up a Concha with my drink. Display of artwork and libations begs a linger. Stop in, you will be delighted. read more
Its a very trendy spot and the lines are long. They weat masks and there is social distancing.... Sort of. Its a small space so if its a group, theyre kinda close to eachother and the next person in line. I got an horchata and it was really good. I also ordered a tamal and i dont know the other thing. It was like a blue corn tostada thing. Both were high end quality take out and and very flavorful. I wasnt expecting that out of a coffee shop. I gave this place 4 star because of the social distancing AND there is a hair salon in it. Granted its in a separate room, but its an open room and that hair can get tracked into the eating area. :/ I guess im just used to how n strict California is. A few steps away is an open (indoor) market. There were several vendors outside too. Carve out a bit of time to hang. I unfortunately was on a schedule back to CA and the line at the coffee shop ate up my time. Anyhow... Ill be back to check this place out again to update my review. read more
8 years ago
This is a minimalistic, futuristic space we popped into while waiting for our table at Matt's big breakfast. So glad we stumbled in here! We entered through a sliding glass door to a very white, clean shop. I ordered the salted caramel latte with their house made caramel and sea salt flakes sprinkled on top - unreal! I would recommend to anyone who likes salted caramel. My boyfriend got the macchiato his was also great. Much stronger than mine and served in a smaller terra-cotta cup. The vibes here are great and the staff was helpful and friendly read more
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The food and coffee is incredible, the aesthetic and atmosphere is amazing. The workers were extremely nice and so well dressed as well. read more
6 years ago
I can't say enough nice things about this place. Incredible selection of coffee, really friendly staff, and beautiful decor. They've handled the COVID situation really well and deserve all the business!! read more
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Oh my!!!!! This place is so delicious! We tried café olla, cajeta and americano. 2 tamales one was rajas and one was verde and a pastry with rose frosting and key lime with short bread. This place really exceeded my expectations! I am full Mexican and my favorite tamales are my mothers. But these are seriously so packed with amazing flavor. I have to say that out of the two, I loved the verde tamal the most. The cheese in the rajas tamal made it taste so amazing as well!! The coffee was extremely great. Was not watered down at all..The pastry was sincerely out of this world good. I cannot say enough great things about this place... I cannot wait to bring my parents here. Overall, loved my experience. The staff was friendly. Parking is normal hectic parking in the city lol but love this place. Also loved that they played Mexican music for a while! read more
While exploring the streets of downtown Phoenix, a friend and I were in need of a caffeine boost. I came across FUTURO thanks to my Yelp community. The PALABRA building is super modern and is a shared space with an art gallery, hair salon, and FUTURO coffee shop. We appreciated that the drink menu had some unique Latin-inspired options to choose from. Unfortunately, they were out of the ingredients to make the first two requested drinks (piloncillo for the Cafe de Olla and raw honey for the Abeja). Nonetheless, we searched for our back up to the back up options and went with a glass of Jamaica infused juice and a Cajeta Latte. The juice was fresh and not too bitter, while the latte was not overly "gamey" from the goat-milk caramel and paired perfectly with the hint of sea salt. My friend and I were able to enjoy our drinks while catching up under under a disco ball. A good time had by all (under the ball) in the end. read more
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909 N 1st St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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(602) 730-3227
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