Tldr: coffee over matcha. Poblano burrito over egg+cheese burrito. Great service, sometimes(?) no…read moreindoor seating. Ambiance: there was only outdoor seating, maybe a few tables. It seemed like it was more of a grab and go vibe. If u want indoor seating.. They may not have it available. Service: great friendly service. They were helpful when you asked questions. I also went back to ask for a knif to cut my burrito. Food: they had fresh pastries, and buritos, was looking more savory so I ordered a egg+cheese burrito. My friend ordered the poblano burrito, and we exchanged halves and I must say the poblano with the hot sauce is wayyyy better than egg+cheese burrito. Also, as a matcha snob, the matcha latte was not it sadly. If ur not too particular about matcha you'll be fine, but I was disappointed and should have just stuck to the coffee. Small advice.

Walk up window or order inside. Limited outdoor seating and a few tables inside in a common area…read more Limited food options. Burritos and a few pastries. Standard options for coffee, espresso and tea. The egg and potato burrito comes with red or green sauce. Relatively large in size. Drop coffee was fine.

I love the ambiance of this Cafe. It does not even feel like downtown Phoenix. It feels like a…read moresmall quaint village in the north east. The decorations are beautiful. The theme is (as one might suspect) songbirds and the entire Cafe is decorated with small songbird items. As a detail oriented person, I was in heaven noticing all the cute decorations. I ordered the matcha latte and it did not disappoint. My friend ordered an iced americano. Both are classic items and they delivered well. There is plenty of seating inside and outside (weather permitting) and it seems like it would be a peaceful place to study or work. The baristas were sweet and patient and helpful with the menu.

Songbird Coffee & Tea House is a cute coffee house in downtown Phoenix (more specifically near the…read moreRoosevelt Row Arts District) and the shop is located in a historic house built in 1904. Apparently the shop sources coffees and teas from local businesses. For example, coffees = Infusion Coffee Roasters in Tempe, loose leaf teas and chai = Maya Tea Company in Tucson, kombucha = Milly Moon Kombucha in Phoenix, and breakfast burritos = Lua Lua Catering. [Parking]: Mostly metered parking and I ended up parking few blocks away from the shop (plenty of metered parking spots near the intersection of E McKinley St & N 5th St). [Atmosphere]: Inside of this historic house, the wall features the work of local artists. The shop also has a cute outdoor patio area with tables. [Menu]: Apparently Matcha Latte is one of the more popular drinks here. The shop offers 12 black tea options, 9 green tea options, 8 herbal tea options, 4 white tea options, and 3 oolong tea options. *** Matcha Latte (16 oz, iced - $6.25): I was surprised that my drink was sugar free by default and I probably say yes when the staff had asked about adding sweetener. The drink was not as creamy as I thought and it was honestly a fairly mediocre drink. The drink also came with a paper straw. *** A great spot for a casual 1st date due to great vibe, but matcha latte just didn't hit the spot.

Futuro currently takes the cake for my favorite coffee shop in Phoenix currently…read more 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…read more 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.

This is the only coffee shop in Phoenix which has NEVER made an error in my order…read more All the baked goods ARE good. Busy, but pleasant and efficient.

I met up with one of my former student leaders today to catch up, and she recommended that we meet…read moreat the Original Lola Coffee Location in Phoenix, which was a walk away from my office. The ambiance, drinks, and service were all great! There is an entrance to Lola Coffee from Roosevelt and another from the back near parking spaces. There is a restroom near the back entrance, and the start to the line to place an order is right near the front entrance. I saw in one of the comfy chairs while I waited for my former student to arrive. At that point, we moved to a regular table and then went and ordered drinks. She ordered a coffee, and I ordered a lemonade. We both enjoyed our drinks which were ready very quickly. There were smaller and larger tables, and there were also countertops along with business cards and marketing items at the back of the room on a thin table. Lola Coffee began with humble beginnings going back to 1992 with a cart, then Lux Coffee, and eventually Lola Coffee downtown. Now, there is even a second Lola Coffee location in Arcadia near 40th Street and Indian School. Today, they serve coffee, pastries, and breakfast. The Downtown Phoenix location hours are weekdays from 6:30 AM to 7 PM and weekends from 7 AM to 7 PM. You can see their menu, history, photos, and more on their website (https://lolacoffeebarphx.com). While I had trouble choosing between a lemonade for a cold beverage or hot chocolate for a warm beverage, it's great they have so many options. Again, try them for drinks, breakfast, or pastries. Their staff is so helpful and the actual restaurant is quite welcoming to everyone.

For the first time a few weeks ago, and I was not disappointed. It shares a space with a bakery,…read morewhich is so fun because you can get coffee from Peixoto and also grab fresh pastries or a sandwich. I got the lavender thyme matcha which was light on the Matcha flavor, but was very floral and refreshing. My friend got one of the coffees which she also enjoyed. There is plenty of seating inside and outside and it's very bright and a great place to work from!

I love the coffee here. Every drink is delicious and also…read morevery original. The service has always been top notch and the cafe and restrooms are always clean. They will validate your parking for one hour. Today we tried the pistachio latte and the blackberry pistachio cold brew

I ordered a plain latte, and it was genuinely one of the best I've had. It was perfectly made and…read morehad an amazing espresso flavor. Sometimes that's all that really matters, and they nailed it. The interior and the seating is very basic and uninspiring. But don't let the simple interior fool you - this place is absolutely worth a stop.

Possibly one of my favorite coffees ever. I'm still dreaming about the peanut butter shaker.read more

One of my favorite Kava bars in the Phoenix area, always a vibe when we come to this place. The…read morebartenders are always very inviting and friendly and they always know exactly what to serve you depending on how you are feeling. The drinks here are fantastic and whether you want to relax or get another jump start, this place has the fix for you. They host events as well, like an open mic night I happen to catch on a Tuesday evening but it was great to see what everyone brought that evening. Make sure you check out this kava spot, you won't regret it!

Lacuna Kava Bar was such a cool vibe. It's tucked into this little house setup with a super chill…read moreoutdoor patio that feels cozy at night with all the string lights. They had a live band playing when we went, which made the atmosphere even better. Definitely one of those unique downtown spots you end up hanging out at longer than expected. The drink menu was huge with a bunch of different kava and kratom mixes, plus the neon signs and mood lighting made everything feel really laid back. Bartender was nice, crowd was mellow, and it honestly felt more like a little community hangout than a regular bar. Bathroom was clean but smelled like a fart. Overall though, really unique place if you want something different from the typical bar scene.

The service was so nice and friendly! Very helpful with for giving options and helping us pick…read morethings out!

I love this place! I enjoy the ambience and the lattes are fantastic. Like no other(s). Very…read moresmooth. Their food is light and tasty. Try the Teriyaki chicken and the sauce is not that super sweet; it is light and the sauce is awesome.

Healthy, fresh food. The Burrito and Brekkie Scramble were both delicious. Had some spinach in…read moreeach, which we appreciated! Tasty coffee and açaí bowl too. Chill vibe and friendly workers. Will come back next time I'm in downtown Phoenix.

Another stop on my coffee passport adventure! One thing I really enjoyed about this shop was how…read moremuch they support the local community. They have artwork from local artists available for purchase and business cards from other local businesses displayed throughout the space, which gave it a welcoming, neighborhood feel. As for the coffee, it was okay. I tend to gravitate toward shops with more creative and unique specialty drinks, and this spot was a bit more traditional. If you're someone who enjoys classic coffee options, this may be right up your alley.

Stumbled upon this place while searching for coffee after arriving on an early flight. I was…read morepleasantly surprised by how good the flatbread was, burrito was fine, and the coffee and black tea was good too. Service was okay--guy at the register wasn't super pleasant or helpful with menu questions. I think they were setting up for a block party happening later that night, so they may have had a lot going on, but we were 2 out of 5 people in there that morning so it wasn't busy or anything. Otherwise, you can definitely tell this is a favorite spot for locals, a few came in and knew the bar tender by name. There's arcade games, a pool table, indoor & outdoor seating, and eclectic decorations and art from local painters / photographers.

I came by here for ice cream the other evening and absolutely loved how funky and off the wall this…read moreplace is! The people working were very polite and helpful. The ice cream was delicious, and for a single scoop, I got to choose two flavors: red velvet and Cookie Monster. The red velvet stuck out more and I highly recommend that flavor! There was bingo going on when we were there, but it seems like they also put on a ton of other events. They also serve breakfast and are well known for their pizza!! I cannot wait to come back here!