I couldn't say enough about the coffee and great customer service at Shibam Coffee!…read moreDid you know Shibam is known for the oldest skyscraper city made out of mud? Super cool! I came here on a Sunday. Parking is available near the garage or street. The barista working that day was super helpful. He showed me the menu of different coffees and teas. I ordered the pistachio latte, date latte, and the Dubai chocolate cake. I adjusted the sugar content to 25% sweetness. All three items did not disappoint! I'm thought about it days after and can't wait to go back. Clean tables and inviting environment. I'll be back!

It's so cool to have a Yemeni coffee near ASU!…read more I didn't know much about Yemeni coffee and wanted to order a cold one. The staff was nice and friendly and let me know that the traditional Yemeni coffee was supposed to be hot. And glad I ordered a hot one - the coffee had a complex flavor with rich cardamom. It was definitely unique but not overwhelming at all. I also asked for less sweet and it was perfect. The coffee shop interior was clean, quiet, and welcoming. Would be a perfect spot to work and study.

Very pleasant outdoor seating with misters, great service and food definitely worth of visiting…read more Really happy with my burger and dilly cucumber salad as a side.

Had a very nice meal at Beginners Luck in Old Town Scottsdale. I have been looking for a solid go…read moreto place in Old Town for a while. Still mourning the loss of Bandera. Beginners Luck is just that kind of place. Food 4.5/5 - I ordered the Crab and Shrimp Roll with fries. It was excellent and quite a portion. More than enough for a second meal. Loaded with shrimp and crab. I wasn't expecting a crab and shrimp salad but rather a mix of the two warm and buttered in the roll but it was very tasty as served. The only part that was a little off was the burned in brand on the roll the cold salad was served in. The charred flavor with the salad was a little off putting. I just pinched off the burnt bits from the bread. Excellent fries! Service 4/5 - I sat at the bar. Bartender was nice, offered regular menu and restaurant week menu as well. Meal was brought by manager, fries were still piping hot. Bartender and manager checked back to make sure meal was to my liking. Ambiance 5/5 - Cute place. A lot of nice outdoor seating and seating inside but a bit less. All in all a great place with a nice complement of offerings! I will return. If only they had a fly through with rotisserie chicken to go, I would never think of Bandera again.

The Eleanor was delightful! Our server was very sweet. The espresso shot was just the right kick…read morestart for the day. The wild mushroom omelette was fantastic, I opted to have the balsamic on the side but ended up using every ounce of it. The vibe was super cute and gave "retro diner" vibes! Must visit for sure! Xo -BB

We came a little over 30 minutes before closing (2pm) and they still seated us and served us which…read morewas really nice of them! I was debating between the chilaquiles and the chorizo y papas burrito. I got the chilaquiles before and had very little meat and only one egg, and the waitress talked me into getting the burrito, so I did. Chorizo y papas burrito was very dry. Both the hot sauces they brought were not my favorite so I was really struggling making the burrito moist. The fries inside tasted old and brittle. My fruit that came with it was not all ripe but was okay. The ricotta scramble toast my friend got was fine, she wished the bread had been more crunchy as it was hardly toasted and she could cut through it easily with a knife, kind of limp and soggy. And she said the chili oil was pretty spicy, but she knew that going into ordering it, so I won't dock points for that! Overall it was fine. Not blown away especially for the price.

Bonjour Please, when you visit, take your time. Savor the moment and the flavors. Relax and enjoy…read morethe comfort in the food. My recent experiences have been for breakfast and I am grazing through the menu finding plate after plate to be up to what Mark Tarbell would call "elevated". That, and transported to what could be a mom and pop restaurant in Paris for solid nutrition with all the flavors intact. Au revoir. A bientot.

Tried Merci French Café & Patisserie on Indian School Rd, and it's one of those places that makes…read moreyou feel like you should be wearing sunglasses and pretending you're "just popping in for a little pastry." (I did not. I ordered a full breakfast and a waffle like an adult with priorities.) I went around 9:15am on a Wednesday--only a few tables were occupied, and the staff was super friendly, gave great recommendations, and the food came out fast. Inside is dialed in with chandeliers, French-y posters and photos everywhere, and a pastry case with tarts, pastries, and cheesecake that basically dares you to behave. The croissant was the star... fresh, flaky, light, buttery... exactly what you want. The egg was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted into it almost like a mini omelette (loved that). My only hiccup was the "bacon." It leaned more limp pork belly than crispy bacon and had a distinct smoke flavor that wasn't the traditional hardwood/hickory vibe I'm used to. Also... because the cheese and egg are fused together, it's basically impossible to pick the bacon out once it's in there. Next time I'd order it without bacon or ask for it on the side and make it crispy. It came with a side salad, which is not what I expected with breakfast, but it was actually great, fresh spring mix and a delicious dressing with a subtle sweet undertone. There were also hash browns with a crispy exterior and soft, warm interior, exactly the texture you hope for I just wish there were more of them! Because I have no self-control around French cafes, I also ordered the Belgian waffle with fruit and whipped cream. The waffle was warm and tasty, more tender/soft than crispy, and I ended up preferring it to the 'scrape the roof of your mouth' style that most restaurants serve up. The whipped cream tasted freshly whipped and the fruit selection was generous. My only critique: I'd skip the granulated sugar on top. The waffle is sweet enough already, and biting into sugar crystals isn't my favorite texture. For a drink I tried the blueberry lavender matcha. It had crushed blueberries in it, but the matcha flavor was pretty mild and the lavender got lost. I also would've liked a touch more sweetness from the syrup but overall it drank a bit "soft" and subtle. Bottom line... really cool little spot with friendly service, quick food, and a pastry case that will absolutely ruin any plan you had to "just eat light." I'll be back but next time I'm customizing that croissant sandwich and letting the pastries talk me into bad decisions.

Happy to be leaving a better review this time around- I took a break from Infusion after my last…read moreexperience to explore some other local coffee places, but the beautiful interior, great music, and the delicious coffee keeps me coming back. I had their regular cold brew with a splash of cream and a Sunrise Sandwich- both were so good! The cold brew had a lovely aftertaste that in my opinion, reminded me of dark chocolate and whiskey. Service was also fantastic- the lovely barista was thorough in her explanations of each cold coffee option to help me find what I was looking for! My sandwich was also lovely- the Sunrise Sandwich on an Everything Bagel is easily my favorite breakfast sandwich in Tempe. The Basil Pesto adds a bit of freshness to an otherwise very rich sandwich. Also stopped in a few more times on my evening walks for a Lavender Haze (seasonal earl grey sage honey drink: EXCELLENT!) and their seasonal energy drink- it was a Sunset Spritz (energy with grapefruit pink cordial): both delicious. Happy to say service has improved greatly. Employees are on task and happy to answer my questions. The drinks on the seasonal menu are very good, and their classics are also great. If you're going to go soon, I'm a big fan of the Sage honey and a big fan of the cordial syrup on the 2026 Spring Menu. Will definitely be hitting Infusion up for some future study sessions. Glad to see Infusion takes customer feedback seriously.

It was my first time at Infusion. What a unique cafe. It is situated in a historic building. A…read morecreamery in its previous life according to the sign. There is plenty of seating that can accommodate different size groups. I went with a pour-over, Brazil at the recommendation of the barista. It did not disappoint, great flavor. The rest of our group were happy with their drink selections. The pastries were a good accompaniment. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about their menu. I will be visiting again.

Do not sleep on the pastries!…read more The cornbread blueberry scone is DELICIOUS. They have some fun treats to have with coffee like large chocolate chip cookies and pastries that look straight out of a French bistro. Show stopping cute and would be a lovely treat to bring to work for a co-worker too. The shop itself is small with probably 15 chairs but a great little place for a drink in old town!

Good coffee, and fair price! The syrups are phenomenally crafted and rich in flavor while not…read moreoverpowering the coffee itself. So yum, get the rose cardamom latte!

Took a morning walk here this morning grabbed a couple of breakfast items for my family and an…read moreAmericano with white out flavors amazing. I love my black rock coffee!!! The girls there were super nice and there was one guy who looked like Filipino or something, but he was like so nice gave me the bathroom code and was like super hospitable Shout out to the staff! The whole place was super clean as always, and always have to give them kudos for keeping this store nice

I enjoy how they do live music sometimes. This gives it a unique edge compared to other coffee…read moreshops. They have a wide variety of coffee drinks to choose from. Prices are typical of what you would pay at most places. Service is pretty good.