I'm not a coffee person. Just never acquired a taste for it. However, I found their house made cashew milk latte quite delicious. I couldn't tell you what kind of coffee it was, but it wasn't overpowering. The cashew milk was very creamy, uncommon for alternative milks. The service was very friendly. The place matches the vibe of the Rise Uptown hotel & Lylo that it's attached to. I would say hobo chic. Despite not being a coffee guy, I will definitely be back tomorrow for my morning caffeine fix given how tasty that latte was. read more

I stayed at Rise Uptown Hotel so I had to pay a visit to Cartel! I did not disappoint! It's a clean and cute spot! The coffee stands apart from others! It's uniquely flavored in a good way! I enjoyed sitting out front on the patio but the inside is also really nice. Olivia served me both times I visited, she was so professional, nice and had a really cool playlist going! It's a must try! read more

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Was looking for a good spot for a coffee date with a friend in Uptown and found Cartel Roasting. The shop itself is very small, it can maybe set no more than 8 people inside, but also has seating outside. The space is clean and well maintained with a easy to read menu. I ordered their Autumn Matcha and loved the unique flavoring. Prices were reasonable, the staff were kind and service was speedy. read more

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I was not very impressed by this coffee shop. It's tucked next to Lylo Swim Club so you park in the back and then walk towards the street. It's a little tricky to find the first time. I got a small iced americano and a French toast muffin - both cost $5 each which felt a little on the higher end for the size and quality. The texture and flavor of the muffin really fell flat for me; I can bake a better muffin. The aesthetic inside the coffee shop is cute and modern, but there's very limited searing and there is not a bathroom inside. The service was ok. read more

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Lovely little shop. I love their dirty chai. Yes it is a quaint space but the product is worth it. read more

Cartel Roasting - Chai - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Nestled by the Lylo Swin Club is this cute and quaint Cartel Roasting location. This is more of a grab and go location as there is minimal seating. They had some delicious looking pastries, but my Yelp bestie and I stuck to coffee as we had just eaten at Lylo Swim Club. Loved the cortado for a pick me up. If you need to use the restroom, you will need to let the barista know as they share the bathroom located in the pool area. The barista will open the gate for you to walk in. read more

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I love cartel coffee, so when I saw this little location was close, I had to stop in. This location is very small, minimal seating options inside and out. But their menu was still great. I was the only one there when I arrived and the barista was friendly and had my coffees ready quickly! Perfect little location to stop in for a delicious coffee. read more

I just walked 15 minutes to try a neighborhood coffee shop and no one was there and the sign said closed. It's 7:15am and Google says they open at 7. Now I get to log into work with no coffee because it's too late to go anywhere else. Sweet! read more

Parking tip: turn at the 3rd Ave light or worst case park at the hotel (but this can be busy) Coffee is great Staff is friendly Small cute location read more

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Cartel Roasting Company has a relaxing, cool vibe. Very friendly staff. And I enjoyed an artful and delicious cappuccino and espresso. Who could ask for anything more? read more

Cartel Roasting - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Stopped in for a quick pick me up after lounging at the bar next door. Service was fast and friendly. I ordered a small iced vanilla latte ($6.00 + $0.75 for vanilla). It was good but not my favorite tasting latte. Love the vibes of the coffee shop. Comfortable seating and good tunes. Prepackaged food items as well as beans for purchase. Parking is a little tricky as it appears it's shared with the hotel and surrounding businesses and the parking lot is quite tight. The coffee shop is tucked away but has clear signs to show where to go to get your caffeine fix! read more

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In my opinion, Cartel has the best tasting coffee in the Valley. Subtle , crisp, flavourful - it's so damn good. I ordered a pour over drip. It was delicious but $4.75 for a drip? Dang. I'd expect the coffee beans to be golden for that price. The food option is a little bare- there were 2 burrito options and pastries. I ordered a cinnamon roll which didn't exactly hit the spot. 3 stars for the pastry , 5 stars for the coffee. read more

Cartel is my favorite coffee shop in the valley. This shop is one of the closest to me so I frequent this one the most, although there are many more around the valley. I will only buy my beans from Cartel. They have a wide variety of roast flavors and all are great. Their coffees are delicious and they have pastries and burritos available too. This specific location is a bit smaller and harder to get to as its next to Rise Uptown and on a main street but always worth a stop in. Quick, friendly service and cute shop! read more

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I was staying at Rise and wanted to get coffee since they do not offer coffee. A few things to note: only 1 size of coffee, they only pull double shots, and limited seating. My first impression was that it was small but nice vibe. The menu on the wall does not provide a lot of detail but they do have a paper menu. No smiles, unwelcoming, and just rude when I ordered incorrectly or miscommunication. I will not be going back. I'll find another place. I didn't even feel comfortable enough to take pictures inside. Save yourself the trouble and go elsewhere. Also the coffee was biter. I'm from PNW and I know coffee. (Danish was not warm & stale) read more

Cartel Roasting - a pastry and a cup of coffee - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Good service but the coffee was a big disappointment. Tasted more like mushroom tea than coffee. Prices are high and sizes are small. Overall, skip this stop read more

Cartel Roasting - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Tasty. But too PRICEY. Two potato small burritos, two lattes and it was 35$ The only reason I come here is because I stay at Rise Uptown Hotel often and they are connected. You can enter this coffee shop from the rooms at the hotel, the hotel pool, or off the main road. Staff is not very helpful when it comes to suggestions and they seem snobby to a degree, prob because they are a little bougie compared to other coffee shops, lots of different types of drip coffee and items to purchase. They have a cute little bar seating inside the pool area for the hotel with a large window to pick up coffee order. Overall the coffee is tasty. Burritos not so much. I'll only go when I stay at the hotel. I took 2 stars because it was OVERPRICED. read more

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Not my favorite flavor of beans, their coffee is a bit bitter but conveniently located near the hotel. It's a tiny shop and clean with limited seating but employees aren't very welcoming or friendly. read more

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I loved that this cute little coffee spot was by my hotel. I loved waking up early to grab my coffee and enjoy the early mornings. My vanilla latte was pretty good but the other coffee options were not good quality. I do however love the caramel banana bread So delicious. If they had better beans I think it would taste so much better but overall it was okay. read more

Cartel Roasting - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Drip coffee and danish were $10.75. Small space with two tables- both taken. Sat in a chair next to the window. The guy next to me was trying to balance his laptop. Danish was taken from a large plastic tote- like the one I store my Christmas ornaments in. read more

I Will never go back to any of the locations EVER again. I literally paid almost $8 for 4 shots of espresso, 3 ounces of almond milk & half a pump of lavender that cost me $4.50 a year ago and $5.50 a couple months ago. That's abuse! Yes there is inflation but that's obnoxious. I understand that you recently opened two new locations so you're at a time in your business that's fiscally risky but it's NOT okay to abuse customers that way. I will go to many other locally owned places nearby. Best of luck! read more

Cartel Roasting - The cost of a Latte with Almond milk. I didn't even tip the girl because it was ridiculously expensive. - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Officially opened today and is connected to the Arraive Hotel but you can enter from the front without going thru the hotel property. Same great coffee and pastries as the other locations I'm used to but so happy this is in Central Uptown Phx. It's about time! read more

Cartel Roasting - Coffee bar - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Super Friendly staff! Made me a chai latte even though it wasn't on the menu board and it was perfection! Also tried the Bagel Bomb which is such a cool option! Kinda wish they had a way to warm them just a bit, it would've been better just a little warm but it still had a great taste. read more

This is a grab-and-go location with a few seats inside and outside. We sat outside and it's so hard to do that because of the loud nonstop traffic. The service is alright. The coffee was lame. I got an almond milk latte and it was disappointing. The beans were clearly low-quality and the drink was so thin and lacked body. I've been told Cartel makes the best lattes in Phoenix, and if this is the best the city offers, then I don't know what I am going to do! read more

What a charming coffee shop, a local gem! The coffee was incredible - I got an almond milk latte, my husband the cold brew, and my sister a sparkling tea. They were all delicious!! Our barista Chloé went above and beyond with her excellent service, helpful attitude, and sincere kindness. We are from out of town, but will absolutely come back when we visit again. read more

Cartel Roasting - the interior of a coffee shop - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The cold brew here is the most pure and flavorful that I ever had that gives me the coffee vibe but not bitter. I can drink this without any cream or sugar with ease. Whenever I come to Arizona, I make it a point to stop here to electricity my day. read more

Unfortunately, Today is my last day bringing business to this location. After my first visit, The second and third have been complete MISSES as far as service and professionalism. There is a lot of things a coffee shop cannot be, but one thing they should be is flexible when it comes to their drink offerings because taste palettes differ. The attitude towards paying customers supporting the livelihood of the business should change if you care to create a good business culture that will allow you to thrive, but I wave the white towel. Luckily, I will take my business to the Coronado location where they lead an excellent example. My hope is that this location will "get it" but if not I am no longer affected by what this location limit is on what they offer read more

First time at this location and I must say Stephanie was one of the best Baristas I've encountered, incredibly relatable and her recommendations hit the spot. I love Cartel coffee but people like her make the experience worth coming back every time! You found a great one Cartel! Thank you again, Stephanie! read more

I'm not sure what everyone is on about with their one star reviews, but we were greeted upon entry, our drinks were served promptly, the menu was clear, concise and easy to quickly navigate. The pastry selection was on par with a grab and go coffee shop. Our drinks were as expected. Ambiance was pleasant. I appreciate the easy access from adjoining hotel to coffee shop. Existing in a place of ego to write so many one star reviews is a true reflection of the collective desire to assert power over one another. It's a coffee shop. Everyone needs to take a sip and take their attitudes down a notch. read more

Its weird to me that they won't take cash for my Chemex order but will take my tips. If you're not going to accept cash at least make it make sense. If you can't accept cash for sanitary reasons, how are tips any cleaner? There is enough alternatives (Lux, Copper Star) limit your customer's this much. read more

Horrible. Prices are ridiculous. I rather support Starbucks then this place. Coffee isn't even that good for them to be charging robbery prices. ​ read more

Coffee great quality. Service 2 days in a row was snobbish not friendly. Little too pricey even for Arizona. read more

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Missed home a lot but luckily had cartel close by to make me feel like I was back in Palm spring for a little. read more

Cartel Roasting - Iced Chai latte - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

My wife and I had a great latte and pour-over, and had polite, energetic service! Awesome little coffee shop next to the Rise Uptown hotel. Hopefully "Tanna" gives this place another shot! Thank you! read more

Cartel Roasting - a hand holding a cup of coffee - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Here 2 or 3x a week. Great pastries, drinks, food, music, & service. Never more than a 5 minute wait for a drink order, no idea what people are talking about in the other reviews where they report a long wait. read more

Cartel Roasting - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Cartel makes the best mocha I've ever had. I'm so glad this location opened near me. I wish there was more room to space out while waiting, but they're doing a great job by limiting guests and seating. I'm also glad they have their "sip and replace" mask policy to keep others safe. read more

Cartel Roasting - Large iced mocha - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I owed a a coworker, a large Cartel iced chai for a favor, so I looked on the map for the nearest location and drove there. It turns out that THIS location, nestled between Changing Hands and Rise Uptown hotel, only has one size. Now I know! They also have limited latte flavors and no soy milk (but they do have almond or oat). This would be a cute spot if you're staying at the hotel but if you want larger sizes you can go to Changing Hands or drive to a different Cartel. read more

Great service every time, go to on the weekends and their pastries are delicious, still need to try a few more but I've already tried most read more

Cartel Roasting - Mocha latte, they didn't need to this since it was on the go but they did anyway - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Hate leaving one star ratings but I couldn't stand the experience I had here. Lady that took my order looked at me like im a fucking monkey or something and was just plain rude, no responses from half of the things I said to her just weird looks the whole time while she's talking to another lady. Weird ass lady I wished I could've got her name so I could mention it in this review read more

I was unfortunately very disappointed in this place. My fiancé and I went here to get some work done and have a coffee. The seating is very limited and the place doesn't feel like it's even air conditioned. My fiancé got a cold brew that tasted horrible, definitely don't recommend. It is in a great location, but you can definitely find way better coffee shops with a better atmosphere and coffee near by. read more

Cute place and atmosphere! But woah it's expensive!! I paid 9$ for my latte, don't get me wrong it was good but not 9$ good.