Here's a more natural, human-sounding Google review (cleaned up, correct spelling, and grounded in…read morewhat's actually said about them online--strong coffee, pastries, and genuinely warm service ): Moka & Co. is hands down one of my favorite spots in Mesa right now. Everything about it just feels right -- the vibe, the people, and especially the food. You can tell they actually care. The staff is super welcoming and generous, not in a forced way, just genuinely good energy from the second you walk in. Food-wise, they don't miss. The honeycomb with cream cheese inside is insane -- sweet, rich, and something you don't really see anywhere else. The Dubai chocolate latte is a must-try too, super smooth and indulgent without being over the top. The beef samosas are perfectly crispy and packed with flavor, and the chocolate pistachio croissant is easily one of the best pastries I've had in a while. Honestly, every time I go I end up trying something new and it's always solid. You can tell they put real thought into everything they serve. Definitely one of those spots you keep coming back to.

I went to New York City last summer and had the most amazing chocolate Dubai iced latte. Ever…read moresince, I've been on a mission to find something comparable here in Arizona. I came across Moka & Co while searching for the best Dubai-style coffee in the area, and I'm so glad I gave it a try. Their Dubai iced coffee is really good--while it didn't quite top the one I had in New York, it definitely ranks as my second favorite. The only downside is the price. A 16 oz drink was $10, which feels a bit steep for a medium-sized coffee. Overall, though, it's a great option if you're craving a Dubai-style iced coffee without leaving Arizona.

I had been out of state for three years so when I came back, my friend and I went back to Pura Vida…read moreGrinds for morning coffee. The place had changed a lot! It was newly renovated, had a nice seating area in the front, which is where we sat. The iced coffee is so good, with many selections of extras such as vanilla flavoring, oat, soy or coconut milk for those of us who cannot have dairy. The lady who took my order was super nice, friendly and helpful. Aside from the sidewalk outside, it is handicap accessible, if someone holds the door open for you to come in with your wheelchair. It wasn't loud and the place was nice and sunny. The coffee was just as delicious as I remembered from 3 years ago. We will definitely be returning for coffee because the ambiance, the coffee and the service were excellent.

This place is on my favorites list in east Mesa. Friendly service feels like home with relaxed…read moreatmosphere. Tasty treats, excellent coffee and a cool vibe with a twist of Costa Rica

I am not one to go around leaving reviews, but I had an amazing experience a few days ago that I…read morecannot stop thinking about, all thanks to the cutest barista who I cannot remember her name, but she was real petite with dark hair, must have been early to mid-twenties. From the moment I walked in, she was incredibly friendly, upbeat, and genuinely welcoming. I was not sure what to get but she patiently guided me through the menu including breakfast options, sodas, smoothies and of course, coffees! I ultimately came to the decision to try their new pecan pie blonde and her favorite fuel, a sour sublime energy drink! She took the time to chat, made me feel appreciated as a customer, absolutely made my week, and I will be back soon! Huge shout-out to an awesome barista who represents this shop so well keep up the fantastic work!

Was a nice treat to try out Black Rock Coffee, we went here for the first time!…read more Not sure what to get but they have a good variety of options, we ended up getting a green tea and a couple Mexican Mocha! Ok those Mexican mocha's were great, it was a creamy, cinnamon, chocolate, iced coffee! I loved all the flavors that popped in this drink!! I'll definitely be back for some more of that greatness!

Are you a lectiophile? You know, a lover of reading?…read more On our first visit, we got two specialty drinks: Banana Pudding ($7, Banana bread base with vanilla cold foam and topped with vanilla pudding swirl): Maybe it was because I had the oat milk substitute but it didn't taste too strongly of banana. Blueberry Pancakes ($7, Blueberry milk with blueberry purée and topped with maple cold foam): I knew this drink was going to be amazing because how can it not? If you love blueberries, you can't go wrong here. It's a great space. The vibes are 100 with plenty of seating. It's in a great spot in DT GIlbert so shop, have lunch, and then end your day with a nice beverage.

I'm not a big reader, so I'm sure this place will absolutely kill it for any book worms. The vibe…read morefelt mainly for the booktok girls though obviously not restricted to that. They sell books, nicknacks, coffee, and even have a photo booth which was cool. It prints out 2 sets of three pictures for $5. The coffee I tried was the banana pudding coffee with banana milk. It sorta tasted like banana, mostly just a milk forward coffee. Just based on personal preference, it was a bit too sugary sweet for me, not as much of that coffee flavor coming through. The cashier was sweet though and even talked about a TV show with me that she noticed on my shirt, which is always nice and welcoming. Worth checking out.

The confectioner creator was very friendly and genuinely delighted to share his creations…read more We felt very welcome. Featuring high quality ingredients and fantastic, sweet flavors, we will definitely come back for more fun treats.

What a way to end a night with the BEST churro bites I have ever had! crunchy outside with a soft…read moremiddle filled with pumpkin spice and vanilla ice cream! I had such a hard time deciding on what to get bec all the options looked incredible. the churro ice cream sandwich I'm already ready to go back to try!! Also family owned and operated, the staff was fun and helpful and poured love into their creations.

Bak & Jo Bakery and Coffee is such a cute spot. The space is surprisingly big with lots of cozy…read moreseating, including couches, plus areas to hang out, play games, and relax. They have a great selection too. Croissants, sandwiches, desserts, cakes, coffee, tea, and even a little gaming area. The whole place feels really welcoming and community oriented. I loved all the Polaroids of happy customers around the shop. It gives the place so much personality. Even though I walked in right at 7 AM, the woman working was incredibly kind and helpful. Such a friendly start to the morning. Definitely a great place to grab coffee, something sweet, and hang out for a bit.

I love Bak & Jo. I believe the worker's name is Sou, and she is always so sweet. She's always…read morewelcoming me in and making my drinks absolutely amazing. The banana bread matcha is my new obsession, and I've been ordering it every time lately. I recommend you get it with oat milk because it makes it taste creamier and is soo soo good!! I also love getting some work done there. The space is very spacious, and the music is at the perfect volume - not too loud. I also saw that they were awarded one of Yelp's Top Places to Eat, which is so well deserved! Definitely recommend!

Rise Up is sure to put a smile on your face: quality breads, pastries (cakes, cupcakes, etc) and…read moresandwiches, bright decor and very friendly service. They sometimes sell out of their croissant wheels, so we had to get one: croissant consistency shaped into a circle with filling and glaze. When you cut into the raspberry lemon, the so-named filling oozes out... decadence on a plate. They also had a pistachio and chocolate one, and others. Somewhat similar to cronuts but less flaky. At $9.50, I'm good for awhile! We also tried the soft lemon blueberry cinnamon roll which also came in several different flavors. Their sandwich bread is also quality; we enjoy the honey whole wheat. They have a rewards card to buy 10 loaves of bread (or challah, sweet bread) and get 1 free. They also donate their leftover goods at the end of the day to a homeless shelter. Shop local and support this business!

This is hands down the best bakery in the valley! Every single item I've tried has been absolutely…read moreamazing. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by the kindest, most welcoming staff, which makes the whole experience even better. There's such a wide variety of delicious treats to choose from that it's hard to pick a favorite. Personally, I love the sugar cookies--they have the perfect level of sweetness. My daughter can't get enough of the mint brownie, and my husband always asks me to bring home one of their coffee cake loaves. Beyond those favorites, they offer an incredible selection of cupcakes, croissants, cookies, cinnamon buns, and so much more. Anytime we have visitors, this is one of the first places I take them. I truly can't recommend this bakery enough!

Spring Leap is one of Light Heart's speciality coffees this season. The presentation was very…read morepretty with latte art, poppyseeds, and a dried lemon. I wasn't sure what lemon poppyseed would taste like in a coffee syrup, and I'm not sure if I know even after trying it. The flavor of their homemade syrup leans towards lemon rind than lemon flesh. It was almost a bit bitter. The espresso was smooth with 2% milk. I would consider coming back but getting a different flavor.

Never noticed that the cookie dough place swapped out for a coffee shop, so we tried it out. Fast,…read morefriendly service. It's really cozy inside as well. We got the nitros, mine with vanilla, hers with just stevia. They both tasted pretty close to the same, but that being said, they were both delicious and some of the better nitros I've had. Better than Starbucks at least. Unfortunately one coffee was dropped and we cried at the memorial.... But we'll be back to try again

I love the name and it drew me in for an afternoon latte. Drinks come in a real glass! Space is…read moreso relaxing and I sat for a bit to check emails. The merch is super cute... I was so tempted to pick up some. Easy parking. Good service. Please come and create your own adventure.

This is a review where the customer service spoke more to me than the coffee…read more First off, the coffee was great. I got the spring special which was carrot cake, and it wasn't very sweet but they have a station with sugar for those who may want it sweeter. I personally like the less-sweet option, so I'm happy. The cashier sat and talked with me though while my drink was being made and was so sweet. Even to the girls ahead of me in line, it's like she's friends with everyone haha. And not in a "Dutch Bros in your face" kind of way either, which is nice when I'm running solo. I'll be back just cause of that alone, but of course to try some different coffee flavors as well.

My co-workers/friends were planning to go somewhere else for lunch but noticed this cute place with…read moreoutdoor seating and switched gears. It was hopping for a lunch spot on a random Monday. You place your order and then you find your seat. Some of the tables were still dirty but we assumed it was bc of the lunch rush. We ended up clearing a table for ourselves and the workers came rushing by to help. I order the wild salmon salad. My friend ordered the falafel salad. And my other friend ordered the chicken caprese melt. My wild salmon salad: very very good. The cashews were a good touch. The salmon was very well cooked and chewy. It looks like it was more grounded into a patty instead of a nice filet. Good for a lunch salad. If I had it for dinner I think i would have wanted it to be more like a filet My friend loved her falafel salad. She kept mentioning how neat that most anything on the menu could be converted to veggie. And there were many many options for vegans. My other friend inhaled his chicken caprese melt. He loved it. All in all - we would come here again!

Trendy chain that touts its quality ingredients and nutrient-rich meals. Despite its name, eggplant…read moredoesn't seem to be an especially focus in its dishes, sounds good though! They offer a variety of plates, salads, bowls, melts, breakfast, desserts and smoothies. Besides a focus on whole foods and some things that are whole wheat and wild, not sure where they source their ingredients. You can filter their dishes by dairy, gluten, vegetarian and vegan. Regardless, their food was very good. I customized a bowl with tofu, greens and sauce and it was tasty. The melts are also tasty. I enjoyed the cheese bread ball that came with the bowl and wished it came in a pair. Their superfood smoothies are yummy but also pricey. Most of their dishes are between $12 and 18 and portions are adequate. They also sell swag with their branding. The restaurant atmosphere feels a bit a posh/swanky, which isn't my usual go to. But as a result it did feel clean and modern. Indoor and outdoor seating. They have an easy to navigate website to order for a specific time. (Most of the time when we pick up an order, it's not ready by the specific time but it's done within 5-10 minutes.) You can also download their app to earn rewards.