If I could give a place 10*s, Lux has more than earned the title…read more Cool space coffee shops are definitely a thing in Phoenix lately--but Lux was the "design-genius-with-a-latte-machine" long before coffee shops were even a thing here. I've been frequenting this architectural marvel for over 10 years. While so many new shops try to mimic this vibe, none of them are Lux. Lux is King! The 11-Year Flashback: I looked back at my review from 11 years ago when I docked them a star for the "nightmare parking." Back then, I was a "to-go" only person who never envisioned myself as a laptop-hipster hanging out. Well, times change! I'm bumping them up to 5 stars now. Maybe it's the new competition nearby or my better timing, but the parking is a breeze, and I've officially embraced the "comfy chair" lifestyle. The "Cheers" Factor: What really sets this place apart is the people. After a decade of visits, it truly feels like Cheers--where everybody knows my name! Getting to know the folks behind the counter makes every visit feel like coming home. The Sip of the Night: I shifted from my usual plain Cappuccino as my target drink to include in a review to feature their Espresso Martini. I went with a Reposado base instead of the typical vodka, and it was stellar. With two full bars in addition to the coffee and pastry bar, craft drinks truly abound here! (Note: they have an amazing cappuccino too) The Comfort Classics: You cannot leave without the food. My go-to favorites? The Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese and the legendary Chocolate Chip or Red Velvet cookies. Return Factor: 100% I've been coming here for a decade, and it's still the gold standard. As I said in my review 11 years ago: "I see a book, comfy chair and cocktail in my future! Stumble home... Repeat." Still true today! #PHXCoffeeShopTour #1CupAtATime #LuxCentral #PhoenixOriginal #EspressoMartini #FlashbackReview

Coffee is spectacular no complaints here besides it being a lil expensive…read more The shop is also a great vibe feels very hidden and secluded, music is great and seating is eclectic but there's enough of it. The baristas lowkey always look at you kinda weird no matter what you order.

Wow, absolute wow! One of my favorite spots now and glad I found it. From the moment you walk in,…read moreyou feel at home. It is not an ordinary cafe. Everything is handmade, and I wish I could order every sweet treat they offer. Such a good spot to converse at the bar, or take some seats to study with friends. They have outlets too, so you can spend the day studying. The pistachio chocolate cookie is soooo good I want to order a dozen of them just for me. And the matcha? Perfect for my taste buds. Not too rich, and not overly sweet.

Cafecito. Located inside the Otro Cafe restaurant, it was a pleasant find after getting breakfast…read morefrom the restaurant. I really liked their atmosphere and environment, with real plants arranged throughout the cafe. It was a calm vibe with a few seatings available and the employees were friendly and welcoming. The drinks came out quickly and timely. I appreciated the clean presentation and the taste was okay. Yes I would recommend this place to others and will definitely come back myself next time we are in Arizona. The restaurant and the cafe both offer plenty of parking spaces. If you can't find parking in the front of Otro Restaurant, there are plenty more in the back!

Window Coffee Bar is the absolute best! We love their avocado toasts, coffees and lotus drinks. But…read morewhat is really remarkable is the always outstanding staff. the NICEST people always!

In Phoenix for business and happened to be staying in Tempe. Window Coffee Bar is almost literally…read moreacross the street from my room rental but it took me three days to actually make it over there due to my working hours. The patience was worth it! Very welcoming space in an enormous lobby, and easy to access. Chairs, sofas, bartops, tables... the seating choices are endless. Well lit, with a security guard tucked away to keep watch. The menu is straightforward, all the expected coffee choices, and a more extensive food selection than I'd anticipated. I chose to combine the avocado toast and substitute the toast for an everything bagel. They asked if I'd like chili flakes on that and... of course! The cappuccino was excellent, with dense, stiff foam, deep flavor, and perfectly portioned. The avocado bagel was phenomenal, with good, chunky avocado, spread thick on a buttered and toasted bagel. Plenty enough to spread along both sides and have a bit left over. The flow of customers was steady and they worked through all of the orders quickly and efficiently... really could not ask for a better quick coffee breakfast experience.

I had such a great experience at Luana's Coffee Bar. The atmosphere is incredibly chill, one of…read morethose places where you can just relax, slow down, and enjoy the moment. We had coffee drinks and carrot cake, and both were excellent. The coffee was smooth and well-made, and the carrot cake was fresh, flavorful, and honestly hard to stop eating. What really makes this place stand out is the vibe. It's calm, welcoming, and just feels good to be in--perfect whether you're catching up with someone or just taking a little time for yourself

I have been looking for a good comfortable old school Coffee House and ding ding. This is it…read moreinterior cute, cool, comfortable. Lavender margarita good. The dirty chai and veggie pizza 10 flipping stars. Customer service very good and solid WI-FI. Fluffy Grandma recommends.

Great coffee and great service by Angel!…read more Tried the Frankenstein bagel with cream cheese 9/10

Wonder out side ambiance at 2pm on 7th ave, with a quaint gas station turned coffee shop. If you…read morehave allergies I suggest being inside, but if you don't, the tree makes for wonderful shade. The shop is clean and fun looking. Reminds me of If the 90's style came and set up shop in the future. Grunge but elegant coffee. I know it sounds wild but they hit an amazing sweet spot, that deserves recognition. I will be back. Thank you for the hospitality.

It has been a hot minute, but nothing has changed the food. The service and ambience are as…read moreexcellent as I remember them. No matter where you go, you receive the same great product, superb service, and excellent food. Whether you're looking for a sandwich, a pastry, or a beverage, Paris Baguette has it all, and it's all good.

10/25/25: better late than never! :-o We popped in this particular Saturday after eating at the…read moreJINYA place next door the week before. Paris was good, but the experience did not warrant any return visit. They had a huge variety of options (sweets, meals, snacks, etc) in a few places near the ordering counter. The setup reminded me a school cafeteria. You pick up a tray, use the tongs to select your choices, walk up to counter, see more items peruse, then pay at the counter. The store was well decorated, very bright & colorful -- and the seating was quite comfortable (the whicker seats anyway). We ordered a wide array of savory & sweets. The salad needed more dressing, a few of the savory pastries were a bit chewy (had they been out awhile, maybe?), and most of the sweets were decent. The polite gal behind the counter offered to warm up the savory pastries but we declined -- I believe the heat would have made them more chewy. It was a bummer we didn't enjoy the food more. I see there's one in our neck of the woods. Maybe, maybe! we will try that location.

Great coffee, great atmosphere, and friendly staff. Definitely one of my go-to spots. Highly…read morerecommend!

Saw this spot on our way to drag brunch and had to pop in. It's super cute inside and the staff…read morewere super friendly. I got the banana bread latte with almond milk, which is their second popular drink. Overall I enjoyed the drink, but didn't taste much banana bread flavor.

This place has been a go-to ever since we moved to this side of town. My favorite is their Spanish…read moreLatte. Their pricing is incredible if you compare to other coffee spots. We've been ordering two regular sized lattes and always comes up to $11 for both. Seriously you cannot beat this pricing for the quality. The staff is kind but not overbearing how staff from other establishments tend to be. I'm sorry but sometimes I'm just NOT in the mood for the small talk from the Dutch people. Sometimes I don't know what I'm doing later today and I also don't wanna talk about it. Okay that is all for today. Side note: I love how they don't use lids and they put the clear wrap on the top. Makes it fun to insert the straw.

The drinks are on the sweeter side, so I recommend you get easy sweet. :)…read more This has been a long awaited boba shop here, and it's extra exciting because I love their mung bean drink (cold) as well as their sunset passion juice. However, I had a bad experience at their drive through. I placed a mobile order for pick up, and by the time I got here it should have been ready. The initial person we spoke to at the order radio said to pull up to the window, but apparently he did not tell the guy actually working the window... because the guy at the actual window comes to us over 20min. Later saying that he did not know we were waiting, and I guess didn't look out the window until then. The drinks were sitting on the counter the entire time. We came with the intent for an easy order pick up then go to our next location, but the wait caused us to miss the next location entirely, so it ended up being 1.5hr. Drive to and from and wait time to get... boba...? I'm sure that he was flustered, but this entire situation could have been avoided if the person working the drive through window... looked out the window... instead of walking away multiple times to chat with others inside. While I enjoy the mung bean and the sunset passion drink, I do not think I will come back again after this experience--at least, not for a long while. :(

I love first draft! The baristas are super nice and coming here is one of my favorite ways to spend…read morea Sunday morning. A nice coffee or matcha while reading is the perfect start to my day

My WiFi at home stopped working and the library was just not the vibe today so we checked out this…read morespot that had some raving good reviews for a place to work and sip good drinks! Right as you walk in, it's so clean and the space is very chill unlike most cafes that glare music, the music they had was subtle and perfect for remote work. They serve different types of coffee and tea and some baked goods. The space to work was large and didn't have to speed walk to save a spot. The bookstore was well stocked with good books so during a work break, I got some stickers, a new book and a fun little trinket for my purse! Definitely recommend this spot for a nice place to work remotely, sip drinks and eat baked goods. Oh and they also serve mimosas! I didn't order one this time but I will next time!

Love this spot!! I drove past it one day and decided I needed to stop in. The food was delicious, I…read morehad the croque madame. The speciality latte was maple bourbon and it was yummy! Will definitely be back :)

Went to Fa-Me for Sunday brunch with a friend. There was a small line to order, but we were able to…read moregrab an outdoor patio table. The setup felt very European small tables, patio chairs, and a cozy, cute atmosphere. The French toast was a bit dry and could have been better, but I really enjoyed my coffee. Overall, a nice spot to sit and catch up, especially if you like outdoor brunch vibes.