I often visit this Savaya and their other locations, with all of them being nothing short of great…read more For anyone curious, this location is NOT the specific "World's Best Coffee Shop" Savaya. That would be their Oro Valley location which offers a beautiful mountain view and does not share the cafe space with any other business. As far as I know this location is the only Savaya that doesn't have the building to itself. That being said, this mini-Savaya still is never lacking and holds up to high standards. Ambiance and atmosphere - The outside patio offers lovely shaded seating with plenty of greenery. Inside, there's lots of seating and customers seem comfortable in the space. Innovation in brewing methods and menu - I implore you to ask about their "Science" cold brew!! It's the best cold brew I have ever tasted, and uses one of the most unique brewing methods I've ever heard of. It's called "Science" because it's brewed overnight in a tower that looks like it would be used in a lab. Think giant beakers and glass coil. The baristas can explain it better than I can lol Barista Expertise - I've never had a question go unanswered by the girls who work here. They're always willing to help and well versed on EVERYTHING coffee. The drinks prove it, they're always delicious! But seriously, ask them anything. Savaya is a stellar Tucson coffee staple that is definitely worth a visit and worth supporting! My personal recommendation: Honey cinnamon iced latte Perfect every time.

This is my fourth visit to Tucson. The coffee scene here has always amazed me until today. I am no…read morecoffee connoisseur but I drink enough to know. When I read that Savaya made it on the 77th spot on the "The World's Best Coffee List, I was expecting to be wowed. I read that there are certain criteria(s) to make it onto this prestigious worldwide recognition. Ambiance & Atmosphere - as soon as I walked in, I wanted to walk right out. Starbucks has better ambience. Space is shared with a smoothie shop. Innovation in brewing methods and menu - none of the drinks show any creativity. Barista Expertise - pretty sure the girl that made our drinks just graduated from high school. Here is what we ordered... - Hot Latte with Agave (nothing special about it at all). - Iced Latte with Banana (absolutely did not detect any banana flavor whatsoever). The bad - the coffee gave me and my son major jitters, jitters that we have never felt before. Maybe that is why they are on the 100th list?? My son had to do pushups to fight off the shakes. I think there are so many other coffee shops in Tucson more worthy. Like, who is the panel that put Savaya on this list? Super disappointed. I was expecting to take that first sip and taste something exciting and new. Ranking this java spot as the bottom of the list for me in Tucson.

Okay HELLO to my new favorite brunch spot in Tucson!!!! I'm influenced beyond belief, and I cannot…read morewait to come back and try everything. For starters, it's a cute spot. Intimidatingly small at first, but there's a good amount of seating in the back of house and on the patio so you can make do. Staff keeps things moving along too, so I can't imagine that long of a wait here. Now the food. I'm getting hungry just typing about it. Let me summarize. Not a single thing was below a 9/10. Not one. The standouts are by far the mamacita burrito. I could eat one a day. The carrot cinnamon roll pancakes are breaking my heart because they're seasonal. Please please please please make them permanent!! That is all. Come here next brunch.

Came 9:30 am on a Saturday for a date. It was very busy and crowded but I didn't think much of…read moreit...until it was time to sit down. The setup is you walk in order and find a seat. They give you a number. However, you're not guaranteed seating. There's zero organization. It was stressful thinking in 100 degree weather we may have to find somewhere else to eat our food. I'm sure the food is great but the anxiety of having no where to sit was too much. We canceled our order and decided to go somewhere with guaranteed seating where we could have a nice brunch. This is not my style.

What a cute place! We almost skipped it... truthfully their Instagram isn't very up to date and I…read moredidn't see their have such plentiful vegan options. I'm glad I went! I saw @tusconvegan posted about them and it looked delish. Adorable coffee shop and place to sit. Not empty, not too busy. Very kind barista that helped me decide on the butterfly jasmine matcha. I got soymilk. They also had almond and oat. They also had a ton of vegan pastries. ALSO they had cute stickers with birds. We will be back!

I love that Hello Cafe now gets daily baked goods made by Wonderful Sunshine. Their baked goods are…read morepretty and creative and are all vegan. Today I had the Dubai chocolate donut which I enjoyed. The only thing I would have changed about it is that I wish the chocolate top was a less syrupy glaze and more of melted chocolate cover. But that's just a personal preference and I still enjoyed it. I detected a citrusy flavor in the filling. The donut itself wasn't overly sweet which I prefered. I always like visiting here in terms of atmosphere too. They have alternating art from local artists on the walls which is fun to check out. I like their murals too. They also have games and puzzles and also one outdoor table in the front. They have cold water that seemed filtered available on the counter. I love that they do not up-charge for milk alternatives. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

Friendly helpful staff. Delicious home made muffin. Interesting selection of books mostly with a…read moresocial justice focus. Cozy little place.

Food and coffee was not that great, and the table was not steady so made studying on it annoying…read more Other than that though there's a nice staff and two large tables that seem steadier. Noisy chairs that could use some felt coins on the legs though, if you move around a lot you make a lot of noise

Only thing I didn't like is that it's far from my house…read more Lol otherwise I would be here everyday. Loveeee their drinks, we go when they open and it's always a line which is understandable with how good their drinks are. Very cute, cozy spot. Can be super crowded at times.

It was extremely over hyped from social media. Excited to try for drinks on a hot day…read more Ordered the matcha banana crème. It was delicious and you can definitely taste banana especially in the cold foam. Matcha was nice and strong and bitter which I love. They have gelato but obvious not popular as in another window with no labels on any of the flavors nor was there a menu for it. My issue is the inside. Yes it's beautiful amazing decor and table setting. It's located near U of A so many students were at the table. No place to sit for actual customers. Students camped out with laptops so all tables were taken. At one point while we are there someone from a different tea place came in took a table with outside drinks and didn't even order anything. Just used it for the WiFi for their laptop. Disappointing they don't regulate for actual customers. Sour taste for sure of this experience.

Walked by today at 6 pm. Staff in kitchen. Changing owners? Things look in order but they didn't…read morecome to the door.

Sunday breakfast at Frida's Cafe was such a neat start to the day! We ordered the Frida Huevo…read moreRancheros (wish the sauce was a bit thicker), Desayuno Huas Teco (the ham and eggs were yummy), a short stack of pancakes (which were perfectly fluffy), and a side of fresh fruit (nicely arranged)--everything was pretty tasty overall. The restaurant wasn't very busy, so we enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere, the prices were reasonable, and our waitress was friendly and attentive. The Frida Kahlo-inspired décor was bright, colorful, and fun--it added a unique vibe that made the experience feel special. Overall, a solid choice for a tasty, laid-back breakfast spot in Tucson that didn't seem impossible to get into like some other places on the weekend. Will add it to the rotation for the future.

If you're looking to add something truly special to your sweet tooth routine, this Tucson chocolate…read morecompany delivers an experience unlike anything else. From the moment you open the package, you can tell this isn't your average chocolate -- the craftsmanship, aroma, and creative flavor combinations immediately set it apart. What makes their chocolates so unique is the way they blend bold ingredients with rich, high-quality cacao to create flavors that are both surprising and perfectly balanced. Each bite feels intentional and thoughtfully crafted, turning a simple treat into a memorable tasting experience. Beyond the flavor, the presentation is beautiful and makes these chocolates perfect for gifts, special occasions, or just treating yourself to something extraordinary. It's refreshing to see a local Tucson company bringing such innovation and passion to their craft. If you want to discover a new favorite indulgence or give a gift that stands out, this is one Tucson gem that brings something new and delicious into your life.

We come for the drinks! Their frocho (an icy, chocolately…read moredrink) is a lovely creamy sweet treat for a warm day. This past visit we also tried the champurrado which was a warm chocolate drink with savory spices, yum! They have comfy couches and other goods to browse in the store including some local products. The staff is always friendly.

I have been going to Coffee Times since I moved to Tucson in 2006, and it just seems to get better…read moreand better. The coffee is very good and reasonably priced; my favorite when it's warm (which is most of the time!) is the cold brew, which is smooth and rich without any acidic bite. The lattes are also excellent and super creative, and the matcha is good as well. Coffee Times also offers a variety of baked treats, including vegan pastries from Holden's Rise Above. Best of all, the service is personal, friendly, and super efficient considering how long the lines can be some mornings. The drive-thru is convenient, but even on days when I'm driving instead of stopping by in the middle of a long walk with my pup, I prefer to park and use the walk-up window if the weather is nice. The people who visit Coffee Times are almost as cool as the people who work there, and I frequently enjoy a chat (and, if I'm lucky, a doggie greeting) while I'm waiting. Oh, and my dogs assure me that the pup cups and treats are top notch :-) A Tucson institution that's definitely worth a visit!

I've been going to the drive-through at coffee times since 2009 when I was in nursing school…read more They've always had a wonderful selection of local pastries, bagels and snacks as well as coffee and tea. A local coffee drive-through spot that's we're checking out. You can walk up, but mostly I do drive-through because it's very popular and very busy Recently. They opened a Dunkin' Donuts next-door so if you wanted to get a doughnut and then get coffee, I suppose you could but their pastries are pretty awesome and as of today, I learned they offer Tucson tamales. A really wonderful choice if you're wanting food instead of a pastry.

I have to say, I was so surprised with how much I loved this place! I ended up here quite by…read moreaccident, as my dance company was performing and I hadn't considered packing a lunch. Half a dozen of our dancers descended on the place and they were already deep into the lunch crowd (around 11:30 a.m.) on a Sunday. This lovely employee offered to take care of us and showed us to a table that was able to accommodate all of us. She then proceeded to kindly answer questions, take our orders, and followed up with us to make sure we had everything we needed. I wish I'd gotten her name but I did not, so hopefully whoever sees this can pass along compliments to management (I'm writing this on the same day as the visit)! As for the food and beverages, there were so many more options than I would have imagined at a smaller location like this. I got the horchata which was delicious, and then ordered a yogurt parfait from the breakfast menu and the Sonoran dog from the lunch menu. Thankfully they sell both breakfast and lunch menu items all day! The yogurt parfait was perfect, the yogurt was tasty and not too sweet, and the blueberries were plentiful along with a smattering of strawberries and great granola. The Sonoran dog came with chips and was appropriately topped, with plenty on it yet not so messy that I couldn't eat it. Of course you could not ask for a better environment in which to enjoy your food and drink, because what's more beautiful than the botanical gardens! It's really nice to have a quality restaurant inside a place like this because a lot of times it can be hard to find good food at a place where that's not the main attraction. If you are visiting the botanical gardens you should definitely check out Edna's Eatery! Next time I plan on trying the frozen fruit pops....

Charming cafe inside of Tucson Botanical Garden. They have indoor and outdoor seating and simple…read moremenu. We had the herbed chicken breast sandwich which was delicious as well as their ice cream and berries. Service was quick and attentive, very welcoming. They even have a dog menu during the Dog Days of Summer.