Lifeboat Coffee

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Mark C.

This is a very small shop all the way in the back corner of a small plaza. As the name implies, they serve up coffee along with other food items such as breakfast burritos, croissant sandwiches, and calzones. Oddly enough, the way this place looks is different from the pictures of the past. It definitely has that small business type of feel with inventory out in the public area, no sign boards showing the menu, and various inventory on the tables. They do have a written menu at least. The prices are good and the taste of the food are unique. I got their huge breakfast burrito and a croissant BLT. My order was taking so long that the owner gave me a free coffee which was quite delicious.

lisa J.

Wonderful staff, breakfast and coffee out of this world. Please visit and enjoy! Worth every penny.

Amazing food and coffee ! Perfect for these cold mornings! Delicious breakfast sandwiches! Will be returning for more!

The breakfast was amazing and the service was friendly and amazing thank you for making my morning ! Keep up the good work!

Sabine T.

I really wanted to love this place. Cute decor with the nautical theme. Sadly, not a very warm welcome when we walked in. The girl at the counter was on her phone and did not make eye contact or greet us. We ordered a tea and a coffee. She wasn't unpleasant, but she made no eye contact at all as she rang our order - no smile either, she was pretty much just to the point. We got our drinks and were the only customers. She went back to her phone as we sat there with our drinks. There were a bunch of boxes in the middle of the floor on the right, in the middle of the shop. It made the place look like it was not put together and a tad bit messy. I think this is a cute place with a lot of potential. Maybe we came on a day when they just had a delivery, hence all the boxes. Maybe we came on a day when the girl at the counter did not feel like interacting. I don't know, but it sadly didn't leave me with a burning desire to return.

Ali B.

For some reason I thought this place closed down but I'm so glad it didn't and I got to try it for the first time today! This is a cute nautical coffee shop. I like some of the antique type stuff that they have in here! I got an iced coffee with oat milk and English toffee. They charge the same for every size coffee which is awesome! I got my husband a hot caramel latte. The barista was awesome. They make their coffee strong and didn't put too much oat milk in mine so I asked for a little more and he was able to help be out. It tasted amazing! Affordable too! Would come back for sure.

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Derek K.

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This screamed small business and well priced. I had a good enough late on my way out and I'm planning on getting another try in the future. You can tell the owner cares about his business and you should support it! read more

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Wendy C.

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While waiting for my car to be serviced, I stumbled upon this coffee shop and so glad I did. When I walked in I was greeted by the owner John who is so friendly and knowledgeable about his coffee. I stayed for an hour and enjoyed my Carmel macchiato and our conversation. Highly recommend and I will be back! read more

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I really wanted to like this place. Unfortunately, the coffee I took home seemed to be so over roasted, it was bitter and seemed to have an aftertaste of what I could imagine licking an ashtray would be like. I love dark roasts, but this was something I have never experienced. Almost $20 in the garbage. read more

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Mark C.

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This is a very small shop all the way in the back corner of a small plaza. As the name implies, they serve up coffee along with other food items such as breakfast burritos, croissant sandwiches, and calzones. Oddly enough, the way this place looks is different from the pictures of the past. It definitely has that small business type of feel with inventory out in the public area, no sign boards showing the menu, and various inventory on the tables. They do have a written menu at least. The prices are good and the taste of the food are unique. I got their huge breakfast burrito and a croissant BLT. My order was taking so long that the owner gave me a free coffee which was quite delicious. read more

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lisa J.

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Wonderful staff, breakfast and coffee out of this world. Please visit and enjoy! Worth every penny. read more

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Both of our drinks came out bad. My sister ordered a cinnamon coffee with oatmilk. The coffee was bitter.. I ordered a dirty chai & that was so bad.. read more

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The breakfast was amazing and the service was friendly and amazing thank you for making my morning ! Keep up the good work! read more

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Sabine T.

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I really wanted to love this place. Cute decor with the nautical theme. Sadly, not a very warm welcome when we walked in. The girl at the counter was on her phone and did not make eye contact or greet us. We ordered a tea and a coffee. She wasn't unpleasant, but she made no eye contact at all as she rang our order - no smile either, she was pretty much just to the point. We got our drinks and were the only customers. She went back to her phone as we sat there with our drinks. There were a bunch of boxes in the middle of the floor on the right, in the middle of the shop. It made the place look like it was not put together and a tad bit messy. I think this is a cute place with a lot of potential. Maybe we came on a day when they just had a delivery, hence all the boxes. Maybe we came on a day when the girl at the counter did not feel like interacting. I don't know, but it sadly didn't leave me with a burning desire to return. read more

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Jade D.

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I drive by this place a lot and decided to stop in. It is now my favorite place to buy iced coffee. What I noticed is the coffee is dispensed from a refrigerated juice dispenser machine, so the coffee is very cold and when poured over ice, it doesn't melt the ice. Therefore, you have a delicious coffee drink that is sweet, but the bold coffee flavor still comes through. The barista is friendly and is an expert at making delicious coffee drinks. read more

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Marc S.

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Most Amazing Coffee from an Incredible Family! They are Veterans & truly look after fellow Veterans with a Military Discount. The look & feel inside this place is Super Cool Great Vi read more

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Ali B.

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For some reason I thought this place closed down but I'm so glad it didn't and I got to try it for the first time today! This is a cute nautical coffee shop. I like some of the antique type stuff that they have in here! I got an iced coffee with oat milk and English toffee. They charge the same for every size coffee which is awesome! I got my husband a hot caramel latte. The barista was awesome. They make their coffee strong and didn't put too much oat milk in mine so I asked for a little more and he was able to help be out. It tasted amazing! Affordable too! Would come back for sure. read more

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Faith H.

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I love coming by Lifeboat with my friends! The coffee is amazing and the owner is very welcoming. He always remembers us when we walk in.

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Jack A.

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Really awesome coffee spot that my friends and I just tried the other day on a road trip. The breakfast sandwiches were incredible, coffee and matcha were great, and the server was very kind. Definitely would next time we're in Phoenix! read more

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Great place. Hidden gem. Nothing but love here. Drinks and food made with love. Great chocolate iced coffee and fire square croissant breakfast sandwiches read more

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Samantha R.

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great place! I was working across the street but was able to call ahead and pick up my order within 15 minutes. Staff was very friendly, clearly a family owned/run environment that is well cared for. I came for the bacon egg and cheese on a croissant which lived up to the hype from other yelp reviews and got a dirty chai too that was the perfect balance of sweet and spice. highly recommend! will be back read more

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Wicke T.

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wanted to really like this place, but just wasnt feeling it. We ordered a few coffees and just ok, wasnt worth the drive :-( read more

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Breanna K.

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Great coffee and delicious breakfast sandwiches! Sandwiches are LOADED and priced really well.

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Larisa M.

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I found this amazing coffee spot on Yelp. The coffee and sandwiches were amazing. The owner of the shop was very friendly and accommodating, made us feel like at home. Definitely recommend trying it out. read more

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Carisaa F.

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I really tried to like this place. I went in because the reviews were good, but man it was a dump. The owner was there as well and you could just tell by the way he talked that he was an asshole. I went in thinking I'd get food, but there was no food. I was even concerned about the quality of the beans and it looked like they were ground up in something that wasn't clean in years. The place was warn down, and the owner seemed like a piece of shit. He wouldn't give me time to think about my order. I wouldn't recommend this place. read more

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T C.

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Awesome options and the owner is so friendly! We got 3 different drinks and all of them were delicious! Great conversation! read more

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Lindsey G.

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My husband and I came in wanting to try a local coffee shop and breakfast. They advertise breakfast sandwiches and when we asked about them the owner said they don't have them anymore. This was disappointing and we had to go somewhere else after to get breakfast. There was also no menu to order from either. I did get a coffee since we were already there and the business is veteran owned and we wanted to support. However, I wanted to leave the second we walked in. There were about 5 other people in there and the majority of them were cops, and they made us feel very uncomfortable and unwanted as if we were in their space. It felt more like a club than a coffee shop. The owner was kind, but the vibe of the coffee shop was not for us. read more

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Beth B.

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I love their coffee but jeez it takes like four trips to complete each order. Who has time for that? I've ordered over 6lbs roared and ground. It takes one trip to order and pay and between three and four to recover said product. I've heard, "family emergency I don't know where your order is, to closed for holiday on Good Friday sign says open again Monday. I just wanted the order of beans that were to be ground ground. I think this would be a great place to get coffee if it didn't require multiple trips in to get said coffee and get it right. Too bad I will miss it. read more

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Jeanie S.

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Stopped by on Wed. at 2:00pm. Rainy and cold day, thought a hot coffee at a new place (for us) owned by vets would be a fun choice. However, the place was closed. read more

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Daad A.

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Better coffee just down the street cultivate coffee, grinders coffee, or even black rock' A very weird vibe! read more

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Mary G.

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Awesome Coffee!!!! I got the long island macchiato-almond roca! Big John's recommendation when I asked what i should get!!! I like the fact that this company not only serves a great product, but they also support great things. They partner with special needs and support life! I plan to use my groupon that is good for a year. I found Lifeboat because of their deal on groupon, $20 worth of stuff for $10, I was intrigued because of what they support, buuuuuuuut I will be back because of their deliciousness!!!! Give it a try, you won't regret it!!! (: read more

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Michael F.

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Really cool place. They roast their own beans. Owner is very nice and accommodating. Very warm comfortable vibe read more

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Mylisa M.

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I enjoy trying different coffee shops so I decided to stop by. I walked in and it was odd , the set up was confusing. Lol the menu is a tv which wasn't working so I didn't have anything to browse . The guy making the drinks was just like "tell me what you like and I'll see if I can make it" .. I asked for a simple white chocolate mocha and he said he was out . So I just got a vanilla latte and it wasn't great. Kinda watery. Also , he called me beautiful and I didn't appreciate it. There was like 4 grown men sitting in there (one was cop) . The whole vibe was just weird lol won't be back. read more

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Hannah M.

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This is my new favorite coffee place. Absolutely delicious! The colossal sandwich was incredible! The owner was also friendly and kind! I will definitely be coming back soon. read more

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Amber D.

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Great little place with amazing coffee bean delicious coffee, I tried the Vanilla Latte. The ground and roast their own beans..... read more

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Kristine P.

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Ahoy mates! Get on board with a great locally and veteran owned and operated coffee shop in north/central Phoenix located at the NW corner of 7th St. and Dunlap. Tucked away on the north end of the strip mall is this hidden gem. Lifeboat Coffee is open 6 days a week - closed on Sunday- for all your caffeine charged java needs! Today I opted for the classic 20 ounce cup of coffee and cream and reeeaally enjoyed the flavor! Not too bitter, not too strong - it was juuussst riigghhtt. Spacious seating area if you want to hang out and chat or do some work on your laptop. But I really loved their cute nautical theme and jargon that the owner uses - so fun!! Save yourself from corporate coffee takeover () and Row on over to Lifeboat Coffee and support our Local business owners! read more

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Jenn S.

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Delicious coconut latte and excellent service and Veteran owned! The owner is very friendly and clearly enjoys his job. The drip coffee is also excellent. Definitely worth a try. read more

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Melody H.

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Smells musty in there, feels like my grandparents cluttered house. Coffee was filled with syrup when all I got was a latte lmao

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Ben H.

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Nice coffee shop owned by a super friendly family. I ordered a breakfast sandwich was made earlier in the day and toasted. Wish it was fresh but it was still pretty good. The coffee shop itself has a cool personality. There were lots of dog hairs around my table which is the only reason I'm raring life boat coffee 4/5 stars. I'm not a dog guy read more

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Jess L.

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We popped in here for a coffee this morning and we were so happy! The place has a rustic pier vibe to it with fantastic friendly faces around; you can tell it's a neighborhood favorite. The breakfast calzone was phenomenal and so big we had to take half to go. We will be back! read more

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Thomas S.

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Dropped in for coffee during the 9:00 am hour on a Tuesday. First noticed the (apparent) owner socializing with two customers. The owner was not drinking anything but had no mask on. Then the barista came out, with no mask or gloves, to take our order. She made them and handled them without mask or gloves, so we walked out looking at each other, wondering if we should try to sanitize the lids and cups. We decided to remove the lids, and we each took a sip at the same time, and the lattes were just awful. We spotted a trash can, tossed them, and found some hand sanitizer. read more

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Jr O.

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Veteran owned local coffee shop in Phoenix - visiting from CA - I was looking for a coffee shop and I'm glad I found this one. Ordered a large mocha and a breakfast burrito. Also learned what the word "Spelunking" means! Lol. Owner is a great guy! Support this local shop! read more

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Deni G.

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When all I need is a great cup of coffee Lifeboat Coffeeis a great local coffee shop. They have great coffee and breakfast items. I just tried their Iced Americano and muffin for the first time and both were amazing. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Meet your friends here and enjoy some of the best local coffee. You won't regret it. read more

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Joshua A.

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Great tasting Cafecito just wish someone would've given me a heads up, ring the doorbell, email, text when my deliciousness of a breakfast burrito and coffee got delivered. Too stealthy but A+ for BB and Coffee read more

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Kota S.

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I spend a lot of time drinking and reviewing coffee, I saw this place and stopped by on a whim. I was not disappointed not only did we walk into an aesthetically pleasing lounge we were promptly greeted by a very nice barista. He took our orders and let us know about different items. We got our coffee quickly both were absolutely delicious. I got a iced almond milk latte and my husband got a caramel cappuccino! Five stars definitely would recommend! read more

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Bo J.

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This place exceeded our expectations fantastic barista and the breakfast burrito was filled with amazing goodness!! The coffee was roasted to succulent perfection!! read more

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536 E Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85020
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(623) 205-8542
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Hours

What time does Lifeboat Coffee open?

Lifeboat Coffee opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Lifeboat Coffee close?

Lifeboat Coffee closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Lifeboat Coffee is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 6:00 AM - 2:00 PMSun Closed

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Does Lifeboat Coffee take credit cards?

Yes, Lifeboat Coffee takes credit cards.

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Does Lifeboat Coffee have catering options?

Yes, Lifeboat Coffee does have catering options.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Lifeboat Coffee have bike parking?

Yes, Lifeboat Coffee has bike parking.

Does Lifeboat Coffee have outdoor seating?

No, Lifeboat Coffee does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Lifeboat Coffee have parking?

Yes, Lifeboat Coffee has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Does Lifeboat Coffee have free WiFi?

Yes, Lifeboat Coffee has free WiFi.

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We have the finest gourmet coffees available by the pound or more! We roast single origins in all profiles and have loads of exciting blends, too! Our legendary 2lb breakfast burrito and our sammys have returned!

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Door dashed from here. We ordered a banana foster iced coffee, coffee cake, and breakfast sandwich…read more(egg, croissant, and turkey) Coffee did not disappoint or the coffee cake - it was perfectly moist sweet and crumbly. Was a little disappointed with the sandwich , the eggs where super thick//too big for the sandwich and the croissant wasn't a traditional croissant it was square (just a side note)

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Cafecito

Loved this place…read more Definitely one of m favorite cafes. Their lattes were strong. They had a bunch of other interesting drink options too. They had a comfy seating area. And the cafe was attached to a restaurant. I found this cafe because it's open later than other neighboring ones. It's almost very cozy and relaxing. I highly recommend.

This place can be very busy. I ordered a cafe latte…read more It was great. Service was fast. There are lots of different drink choices here. Parking can be a challenge during the morning breakfast rush and the weekends. The barista seemed to be enjoying her job.

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The pastry is amazing and the staff was super helpful, especially Dolly! We also got a drink that…read morewas divine.

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Staff and service are amazing here!! Friendly, fast, and tastes delicious. They are always so…read morewelcoming as soon as you walk through the doors and the vibes are always elevated.

Best coffee shop in phx! I always am greeted with a smile, they even always say goodbye to me…read more Makes me feel seen.

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Amazing coffee and food and the atmosphere is perfect!! will definitely be returning :)read more

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Probably the best matcha I've had in phoenix so far! We arrived in the afternoon on a Sunday and it…read morewas pretty busy. We snagged a table and our drinks came out super quick. First of all, I love the cups. The rounded bottoms are so cute and it is the perfect size. We ordered the horchata latte and the matcha coconut cloud. Both were amazing. The matcha coconut cloud was refreshing, the perfect sweetness level, and the matcha flavor came through from the foam (which isn't always the case with this drink). My friend also enjoyed her horchata latte. I love that they have flavors like black sesame and pandan which I 100% need to come back to try. Ratings Matcha coconut cloud: 4/5 Horchata latte: 5/5

I have been here A LOT. We live nearby and it's our favorite coffee shop to visit. They used to…read morebe super Duper busy, but always very quick. We've tried a lot of different things on the menu, but my favorite will always be the regular strawberry Matcha, they also always have seasonal flavors which is really fun, and helps me try new things since I go so much. Their banana pudding Matcha is very popular and I missed it last year, so I got it this time, soooo delicious. They also sell the banana pudding by itself which is also a great snack/dessert. The Matcha is sometimes inconsistent here, I've had more hits than misses, but it's something to consider since their drinks are pretty expensive. When it's not too busy this is the perfect place to study or work, it's really cute inside and has great ambience!

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Lux Central

This is an update. my first few visit were great! i originally gave them a 4 star…read more.. Today I'll give a 5 star. The gentleman that helped me in front to decide what i wanted was very nice and informative. They have been consistent in their service and food. I love the busy atmosphere with lots of customers sitting at long tables studying or whatever they are doing. several couches and seats near the entrance is where i prefer to sit. My daughter and her friend love this place also. It has become a regular place when we come to the city Thanks Lux for making a great place to stop at for coffee and chill

I have wanted to try this place for awhile but it's always so busy on weekends. Went today…read more(Monday), wish I hadn't. Was not greeted by any staff (although at least 4 walked past me without even a head nod), had no idea what the menu was or pricing. Located a girl standing in front of a register and asked her where the menu was ~ she pointed and said over there... There were 4 different cards sitting where she pointed. (The red one's are for food.) I randomly order something. (Espresso over ice with whole milk ~ received it with oat milk took a taste and yucked out of that. Directly into the dumpster at the back of the parking lot. ) I could have went back in there but for $6 it wasn't worth my time. If you are a regular, they seem to treat them very nice. If you are new to their establishment ~ you don't matter.

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Case Study

I love the decor and taste in design that this coffee shop offers! The moment you walk in, it's…read morecozy and the service was nice. From the display cases, the colors, the jars they sell their quick breakfast chia seed pudding in and the furniture, it's all really nice. The coffee flavors are all there. Food that people ordered looked fresh. I'd just say that my latte was sweeter than I expected. Next time, I'd have to order it less sweet.

Late last year, I had only been to Case Study to attend the Tuesday evening coffee raves hosted by…read moreFriends of Case. This year, I've visited after work with coworkers and after work alone to get more work done. Despite the limited parking out front, there is free curbside parking beside and behind the coffee shop adjacent to the nearby businesses and residential area. There is ample space inside with various types of seating and ample charging and free wifi. The front area has window counter space and couches/love seats to lounge. The back area has small tables, large tables, desks with lamps, and a love seat. My only complaint is that this large area gets pretty hot in summer afternoons without adequate AC or fans back here. It was like this last year when I previously attended the evening coffee raves. Both times upon visiting recently in daytime, I ordered the Dark Horse latte, comprised of dark maple syrup, smoked sea salt, espresso, milk. I love this latte because it's sweet but also has depth from the smokiness and saltiness. While I think the coffee is on the pricier side, I'm incredibly satisfied with my drink choice regardless. Overall limited specialty drink menu (which is what I usually care about when exploring coffee shops) but many options in general. Seems like people mostly come here to be on their laptops opposed to socializing here, which I appreciate. This is an incredible spot to work, especially since they close later in the day at 6pm, offer free wifi, ample seating, ample charging.

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Strawberry Toast (Noble sourdough, cream cheese, strawberries, crumbled pistachios, lemon zest, and agave)

Vanilla latte

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Strawberry Toast (Noble sourdough, cream cheese, strawberries, crumbled pistachios, lemon zest, and agave)

théa

Found this place on social media, our waitress was Sarah and she was awesome! Great atmosphere,…read moredrinks and food! Will definitely be back if we end up in Scottsdale again!

Sara was the best. Made our bday so special. She was attentive, kind, and professional.read more

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Mariscos Playa Hermosa

Late lunch 3pm normally a slower pace for a restaurant. Host…read moresat us quickly and server was very friendly and when I asked for recommendations she provided us with some great choices. My friend ordered a burrito and I wanted some lite, I picked the mini seafood tower, with all sauces and avocado on the side. Server brought out complementary seafood tostadas. Food quality, service, ambience, all top-notch, highly recommend!

We were invited to hangout with some friends and enjoy the Mexico World Cup match. Not knowing…read morewhere we were going till last minute we ate at home and had just decided to do drinks and dessert wherever we ended up with our friends. Insert the most fire drinks we've scene in a while and they all can be made NonAlcoholic! Needless to say we had no clue what we were getting ourselves into and we were glad cus the prices were high but the drinks were large and delicious! All of my three daughters and my wife felt so cool with their drinks and loved every sip. Our friends said their food was good and one of which got the coolest pineapple drinks we'd ever scene! Along with amazing chips and salsa we are very excited to come back and get some food as this is a stellar top notch seafood place with amazing drinks people and an all around experience

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Our Molcajete Frio is a cold seafood platter with so many of your favorites! Oyster. Crab legs. Ceviche. Shrimp. Delicious!

Arizona Wilderness DTPHX

Arizona Wilderness Brewery is hands down the best brewery in my neighborhood and my go-to spot when…read moreI want incredible food, outstanding craft beer, and a fun atmosphere. If it's your first visit, the AZ Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich is an absolute must. It's perfectly crispy with just the right amount of heat and packed with flavor in every bite. One of my favorite traditions is stopping by after work on Thursdays to take advantage of the $5 IPA special. It's the perfect way to unwind, catch up with friends, and enjoy some of Arizona's finest locally crafted beer. Whether you're there for the food, the beer, or the lively patio atmosphere, Arizona Wilderness never disappoints. If you're in the neighborhood--or even if you're not--it's well worth the visit. Highly recommended!

Came back after seeing the soft serve margaritas on all socials--on Mondays they have half off…read morecocktails all day. Made the long drive from Gilbert to see what the hype was about and let me say....that soft serve was WORTH IT! I got the swirl and it was soooooo refreshing and delicious. I have seen people comment that they were too strong (I don't see the problem or maybe some people don't really like tequila) but mine was perfect! Not strong at all. The only reason I didn't give this updated review a 5-I ordered the banh mi sando and the sandwich was so dry. Chicken was dry. The cilantro wasn't chopped I had to pick out long stems. Also I got the AZ frosè and the rosemary syrup was just way too pungent to enjoy the whole beverage. I wished it had been more balanced. Especially when the French fries are heavily seasoned with rosemary--a bit too much.

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Outside sitting area

Beer Battered White Fish Taco

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Back patio is great!

Sophia's A Brunch Counter

This brunch spot is a must try in the valley. From the moment you walk in the restaurant it…read moreproduces a fun and upscale vibe. The interior was very clean and so well decorated. Their patio area is huge and well shaded. They had an ample amount of parking for downtown. The customer service was outstanding for a restaurant where you order at the counter. I loved their rotating drink menu in addition to their regular drink menu. I got the waffle, bacon, and the strawberry matcha special. The waffle was delicious and well presented on the plate. I loved the The bacon was tasty. The matcha drink was also great. The blue corn waffle was well made and a large portion.i loved the honey butter with Chile. It was a sweet and savory dish. The service was fast and they did not rush customers despite the line. The music was good but not overly loud. I look forward to my next visit.

SOPHIA'S A BRUNCH CORNER @ MIDTOWN…read more The egg sandwich was very filling and the salad was refreshing. There is a decent amount of outdoor seating but not much indoor. The place was very cute with many people going for brunch photos. Overall 4/5

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Pizza To The Rescue

Couldn't recommend this place more! The ambiance is casual and welcoming, yet elevated. Great for…read morean evening date night or an easy midday lunch! We were lucky enough to be there on a Sunday when they brought rescue puppies over! So cute! Our server, Tess, was kind and very attentive. She had great recommendations, and we enjoyed everything we ordered from the menu! Can't beat the happy hour deals. Will for sure be coming back.

Such a great concept for a restaurant!!! Met the cutest puppies and the food manages to hold…read moreup to the (adorable) expectations. Super satisfying vodka rigatoni! Nothing to really set it apart from others, but will hit the spot :)

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The decor is nice but the restaurant needs some cleaning.

Our Spicy Rigatoni!

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Front door and patio area

PYRO

We had the patio all to ourselves, which made for such a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience…read more Henry, our bartender and server, was outstanding. He has an incredible palate and made some fantastic recommendations that truly elevated our meal. His knowledge, attentiveness, and warm hospitality made us feel so welcome. The steak tartare was absolutely divine, and the sweet potato side dish was just as memorable both were perfectly prepared and full of flavor. This was another visit from California, and Pyro has never disappointed us. Every time we come, the food, service, and atmosphere remind us why we keep coming back. Highly recommend!

We celebrated a birthday here on a Sunday afternoon. The restaurant wasn't overly busy and has a…read moregorgeous, spacious setup with a large patio that's perfect for groups. (Note: The signage is a bit small across from The Global Ambassador, but garage parking is easy). The decor is cool--loved the retro Japanese pinball machines. The Japanese French Toast was fantastic, and the complimentary Ube dessert for the birthday girl was a super nice touch! On the flip side, the Pyro Benedict missed the mark--the shredded short ribs were very dry. The Green Tea Milk Punch ($12) looked good, but lacked flavor and wasn't worth it for my friends. Watch out for fees: They auto-added a 1.5% credit card surcharge without informing us upfront. It's frustrating for a larger, modern venue to pass off merchant fees like that. Check your bill carefully!

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Zen Thai

Before going to watch the Dodgers play the Diamondbacks, we stopped by Zen Thai and I'm really glad…read morewe did. It's such a cute little spot. The decor is super adorable, but honestly, the food is what really stood out. We ordered the Tom Kha, Pad Thai, and combination fried rice, and everything was so good. The Pad Thai had amazing flavor. We got everything at a medium spice level, which was perfect for me. I also loved that they let you choose from mild all the way up to extra Thai hot...my fiancé loves super spicy food, so that was a big plus since not every place offers that. We ate everything between the two of us. That's how good it was. The service was also great. He kept checking in on us without being over the top, which I appreciated.

Lights out, delicious food. This is what I've been missing for years, seeking authenticity and…read morespice that would make a jalapeño blush. From what we were told, this is food coming straight from home recipes. I was not expecting it in downtown Phoenix, but my goodness, what a gem. The locals have my envy.

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View from front/entrance towards the back/bar. Note: couches for the two large center tables, very cool! 5/2023

Our togo order: Drunken Noodle with beef, Hawaiian Fried Rice, Papaya Salad and Tom Yum soup

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Entrance to Zen Thai

Sottise

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7.5 mi

A hidden, but well known gem in Phoenix, Sottise is an upscale restaurant set in what looks like a…read morerenocated Phoenix home from the 20s or 30s. I don't believe the server knew how to handle the less than formal style of the group I was with, but they did not turn us away and provided phenomenal service. The drinks had elegant garnish, and were well made. The most complicated might have been a vodka soda, but the additional touch was nice. For a start we ordered the oysters, which was kept everyone stuck between being nice and fair, and wanting to take all for themselves. We also ordered the octupus which was very good. For my main, I had the salmom rillete. Well made and pesented - I only thought to take pictures after I ate. Our group was never rushed for the bill and we enjoyed a beautiful evening sitting on their porch. I am looking forward to going back more "prepared" and enjoying their seabass or beef bourguignon.

I stumbled across this restaurant on Instagram and decided to give it a try--and I'm so glad I did…read more From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming. I chose to sit at the bar, which turned out to be the best decision. I tried the oysters, the escargot, and the burnt Madeleine dessert--each one was absolutely delicious. But the highlight of my experience was the bartender. He was young, charismatic, and made such great conversation. As a visitor, he made me feel genuinely welcome, which really elevated the entire experience. I believe his name was John C. (though for some reason I thought it was Liam!). Either way, he was fantastic. The gimlet he made incredible and expresso martini even better. I would highly recommend this restaurant--definitely sit at the bar if you can!

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Cute bar

Baked brie

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Pe L.

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7 years ago

I wouldn't generally write a negative review of a local, family-owned business, but the political bias of the owners and the fact that one can see fetuses on the coffee that they sell--including the caption stipulating that abortion is "America's Holocaust"--is greatly off-putting, and likely very triggering for anyone who has had an abortion or anyone who doesn't want their coffee shops propagandizing them. Before going there I did not know that Lifeboat is "America's first exclusively pro-life coffee shop," (according to their website) and I wish I had because I don't particularly want to patronize an establishment that claims to donate a portion of their funds to pro-life groups that harass Planned Parenthood and that exist to encroach on a woman's fundamental right to decide what to do with her body. The coffee is fine. Not exceptional, but fresh and strong. The staff was also fine. If you agree with their politics I imagine you would like this place. It's just not for me. read more

Lola S.

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8 years ago

Nothing here was anything to write home about. The business is located in Tony's Plaza- a strip mall on the corner of 7th street and Dunlap. Later discovered this place supports the ideals of the Christian right wing who believe the government owns women's reproductive organs. A portion of this places business profits support their misogynistic beliefs. I value businesses whose ownership aren't stakeholders in what goes on with my vagina. Not buying another cup of coffee so my money can fund men who want to tell me what I can or can't do with it. Will never return. read more

Jesús V.

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9 years ago

Products are mediocre at best. I'd compliment them on their atmosphere, at least (it's a nice spot), but they have a nasty habit of making you leave their establishment (and removing your reviews online) if you don't agree with their antiquated anti-choice political stance - such as openly supporting John Ryan, a man charged with domestic terrorism. I wouldn't recommend this establishment. read more

Meredith C.

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7 years ago

I was excited to try this seemingly cute little local coffee shop until someone tipped me off about their very outspoken "mission", if you will, which is very unsettling and incredibly misogynistic. I like my coffee without undertones of Handmaidens Tale read more

Ava T.

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5 years ago

This place is a walking pro life advertisement please don't go here if you are pro choice. I was extremely uncomfortable in there. It also took like 15 mins to get a coffee but that's besides the point. read more

Ann C.

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9 years ago

What the Lillis' are doing and worked hard to achieve is great coffee and the wonderful fact part of their proceeds go to the most worthy of causes, protecting life from womb to tomb!!! read more