The Best Coffee & Tea in Mesa

Lux Central

★★★★☆ 4.2 (2744) • $$

"YOU CANT FILM HERE??? Let me talk to the owner!The only reason they get a three is the food and drinks. Also the chef was great too!As a new customer who traveled over 40 min to get here , a staff member made me feel VERY uncomfortable. I am a content creator who goes to local businesses all around the valley, to help promote their products, brand and/or experience . I have over 350,000 followers across my platforms and am a genuine page people go to for reviews. I am appalled to have been approached by An older gentleman employee telling me If I am going to film I need to get permission from people around me.First. He didn't even ask me what I was doing? If the owner asked me to come in and film,you would have now lost my business in that regard. It is all about the approach and there was no "hi how are you"There were a lot of stares and assumptions. You know what they say about making assumptions??He proceeded to say i can film the pastries but if im going to film inside i need to get people's persimmons..lol this is a public space. No i don't ANYWAY. My camera was actually pointed towards me only. I also have an effect that blurs the back so it was focused on ME. Regardless , there was no need to even tell me that. If he would've just politely asked or even tried to start a conversation. It made me very uncomfortable and now I my review on Instagram and TikTok will be about my experience.The food was good. The chefs service was great! He brought me my food :.Everyone else seems like they'd rather be anywhere else and help anyone but me..lol It was a very unsettling first time. Mind you I spent over $30 in one sitting because i wanted to try some items."

Liberty Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (1936) • $$

"We love Gilbert and the food scene! Liberty Market has been on our list and we finally came for breakfast on 7/13/24 for my birthday. They open at 8am so we surprised to see how busy they were at 8:05am when we arrived - about 80% full inside. The hostess said that there is often a line when they unlock the door. We understand why. There's a lot to like about the Liberty Market. It's historic, the atmosphere is fun, there is inside & outside seating, the onesy bathrooms are all decorated different, everyone is so friendly and customer service oriented and the food is great!We ordered the demi-breakfast - one with pancakes, sausage and fried eggs and the other with blueberry pancakes, bacon and scrambled eggs. The eggs were yummy with a nice orange yoke. We are really fussy about pancakes and these are in our top three! We liked the sausage, but loved the bacon. Our server, James was terrific and we also really enjoyed talking to one of the managers named Harry. Harry was great to give us a little historical background on Liberty Market.We plan to come back on Tuesday for my husband's birthday breakfast! The cinnamon roll looks pretty good! We may have to try them!Our"

Vovomeena

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1400) • $$

"I had heard good things about this breakfast place, and clearly others had, too. At 9:30, the place was completely full inside and the patio was just about full, too.Great, inviting decor had several tables and chairs and a few high tops with stools. There's also patio seating, surrounded by lots of plants. You order at the counter, and your food is delivered to your table. Our food came out relatively quickly. We had the Pain Perdu, which is a banana bread pudding French toast topped with sliced bananas and whiskey caramel, and served with your choice of meat. We chose the bacon. We also had the Pawtucket West, with scrambled eggs, a waffle, and two sausages. It was a pretty big breakfast - - I've never sure why two eggs look so much smaller when I make them at home. We also bought the Japanese coffee flight. They are much different than American Coffee. My son really loved them.I like the way they use local products, like Hickman's eggs and Schreiner's sausage. The service was friendly enough, the decor very inviting, and the food was good."

Crêpe Bar

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1116) • $$

"After trying out a few breakfast places in the area, we finally found the one. We've been going to Crepe Bar so often for brunch now.You go up to the register to order and grab a number for your table. There's all kinds of seating including outdoors. Staff has always been cheery and friendly :)Besides the basic tea and coffee options, they also have some unique flavors! My partner and in particular really like the pecan praline black tea and the hibiscus black tea. The pecan praline tea is so unique. It tastes just like liquid pralines. The hibiscus tea is very strong. It has a very forward sour taste, so I would recommend mixing with sugar and/or milk.Sometimes you're given a small ramekin of their homemade granola as a snack while waiting for your food. It is sweet, nutty, and comforting.My partner's and my absolute favorite crepe here is the sweet Vanilla Bean Custard one. It comes with a flavored homemade whipped cream and the flavors all work together beautifully. You can taste the butter the crepes are cooked in too.We have also tried their Maple Butter crepe, but still prefer the Vanilla Bean Custard.Of the savory options, I have tried the Papa K and Jamaican Jerk. I preferred the Papa K more. that crispy cheese lace is incredible and the crepe itself is absolutely huge. I had to take home leftovers with the Papa K, but was able to finish the Jamaican Jerk in one sitting.I have gotten the crispy pork belly once to try as a side and while it was cooked very well, you only get 2 small cubes of pork belly.We love Crepe Bar so much and constantly recommend it to friends."

Brunch & Sip

★★★★☆ 4 (944) • $$

"A great place for breakfast or brunch. Indoor/outdoor set up is very inviting. Makes me feel like I'm on vacation whenever I dine here.Music is great! Menu has been updated with many more food selections. Service is fantastic. Seating can get crowded on the weekend peak hours, but during the week, the crowd is just right.I invited friends from Chicago to meet here the last day they were in town. We met here for brunch on a Monday around 11am which was real chill. I ordered the Fish and Chips. Beforehand I had to ask the waitress if the fish that was listed as 'catfish' was actually catfish. She told me it was and once I received my plate, I was throughly pleasedThe catfish was fresh with so much flavor. The seasonings was in the flaky crispy batter as well as the fish itself. The sweet & spicy remoulade added that extra umph to the catfish. It came with delicious fresh cut fries. They were cooked perfectly. Mimosas were $4 and there were a variety of flavors to choose from. Best brunch spot in Phoenix!"

Milk Run

★★★★☆ 4.4 (672) • $$

"The Arizona heat is no joke! It was still warm out during the evening, so we went to grab a few refreshing drinks before heading back to the hotel. Milk Run is in a small plaza on the corner of 7th and Camelback. The parking lot was mostly full, you might have to wait until someone leaves. There's another lot behind the building if you give up. Just a short walk away. They are connected to the neighboring restaurant Pho Thanh. Inside you'll find a handful of tables and benches. Surfaces were sticky and not very clean, have your wet wipes ready. Good variety of milk teas, coffee, sparklers (carbonated lemonades), slushies, smoothies, sweet teas, and ice cream flavors to choose from. You can even get milk tea topped with ice cream. Toppings and dairy substitutes are available for additional charge. Peach Mangonada - a salty, sugary, sour slushie! Perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. The tamarind straw adds more spiciness and tartness to the drink. Classic Milk Tea - okay tea flavor with a decent silky consistency thanks to the milk The boba was chewy. Somewhat unsweetened though, I suspect it should've been soaked in the sugar syrup bath for a bit longer."

Elevate Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.3 (625) • $

"This spot is super convenient on your way up the 17. The staff was friendly, the place was clean with plenty of parking but the coffee and food didn't wow us. We got 2 iced coffees, the elevate breakfast sandwich, croissant sandwich and 2 brownies. The espresso tasted almost burnt and bitter which didn't make the drink great. We were in a hurry heading up north and I didn't have time to ask for a remake as it was pretty busy. The sandwiches were fresh but nothing special. The brownies were the best part of the stop lol. They were thick, fudgy and good. Plenty of people love this spot so maybe we stopped in on an off day? Not too many other coffee shops in the area so stop in and check it out for yourself and hopefully have a better experience."

Snowtime

★★★★★ 4.6 (541) • $$

"We stopped by this dessert shop and tried the strawberries and cream signature golden fish bun--it was delicious! The flavors were great, though it felt just a little pricey for the portion size. That said, it was still a tasty treat.The shop itself was clean, and the service was quick. Our order came out fast, which was a nice bonus! Overall, a fun place to grab a unique dessert. Would definitely come back to try more items!"

DaYung's Tea

★★★★★ 4.6 (517) • $

"Was looking for a quick spot to grab some boba tea and so glad I found this spot! Upon walking in staff was so warming & welcome It was est. in 2001! They offer milk and non dairy options! I ordered a taro green milk tea and my best friend ordered the same but blended! They play music and it's a chill spot to get some work done as well as others were doing so."

Donut Parlor

★★★★★ 4.6 (510) • $

"Wow, I haven't had donuts anywhere else in AZ but I don't think I will. The owner has learned donuts in the classic American way, through the Cambodian community! The donuts are soft and doughy, not to mention the toppings are always unique!My favorite so far is the ube donut - I've never had one before Donut Parlor and I'm from CA. Thank you to the wonderful owner Chhaya and Jennifer, their staff. So glad that AZ gets to have its own gourmet donut spot!"

Elly's Brunch & Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (766)

"Really like this place ! Great bloody Mary's and food ! Reasonable pricing, good service ! I would definitely go back and try them again ! Only downside here is it's a breakfast place diner vibe so not the most comfy/ easy to talk in atmosphere but overall a good pick."

US Egg Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (675) • $$

"So are the states like different kinds of eggs? Are people from the state of over easy? Is that next door to the state of sunny side up? Are the tough people from the state of hard boiled? Anyways, it's a big diner and it's alright. I got the club sandwich, which was a bit dry and some coffee and it more less did the trick."

A T Oasis Coffee & Tea Shop

★★★★★ 4.9 (401) • $$

"This is my second or third time visiting and I am truly a fan!Located in a small, shopping plaza, this Ethiopian owned coffee shop is truly a gem. From the imported coffee beans to the home baked treats and eats, it's the perfect place for a quick bite or caffeine boost. What I love most is that you will almost always encounter one of their super sweet owners when you stop in. They are so kind and put so much love and care into everything they do. I can't wait to attend one of their coffee ceremonies one day!"

Songbird Coffee & Tea House

★★★★★ 4.6 (425) • $$

"In a neighborhood where coffee bars either keep closing or downgrade their service, Songbird is left as perhaps the most authentic cafe Roosevelt Row has to offer. What I love: They're consistently open early, at 6am, like a coffee shop should be. They are a comfortable third space in a world where those are dwindling, as evidenced by so many customers typing away on their laptops. My cacao nib infused cold brew wasn't what I came for, but I'm happy I tried it--it was perfect. Service is great, and I even met the owner, who was a really cool guy and deeply attentive to Songbird's sense of hospitality. If you love coffee, you MUST check this place out. There's a reason it's had so much staying power on Roosevelt!"

Downtown Chandler Café and Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.3 (437) • $$

"I liked the food and coffee. Quick and efficient simple cafe. Has a local feel and gets the job done. I enjoyed my breakfast here"

Berdena's

★★★★☆ 4.4 (413) • $

"I got three lattes here, to go, on a Wednesday morning. Everything was hot, tasty, and made pretty quickly - and there was only one person running the till and making the coffees, and one doing the food. the total with tip was $17.xx. Pretty typical, especially for Scottsdale. I didn't get to select my size (I think it was a 10 or 12 oz cup?); I think they should offer gigantic sizes is because the latte was SO DARN GOOD. I got the cardamom rose, which is always a gamble because it could taste like soap or lotion. It paid off because the rose was just a hint, and it was absolutely perfect. My hotel was 0.3 miles away and I drank the whole thing before I even got back (again, def need a bigger size!).It was also not all that crowded, only a few people ahead of me. We actually left a different place down the road because it was insanely crowded, and this was a nice surprise, especially because we had to get back to jump on a call. Next time I'm in town, I'm definitely coming here for my morning jump start."

Morning Glory Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (497) • $$

"Great hidden gem! Food was so delicious and fresh The Farm offers a lotDefinitely a great place to visit"

Deseo Coffee Shack

★★★★★ 4.8 (336) • $$

"We went to Deseo coffee shop and this place is awesome! Authentic coffee experience, and we ordered the Paisano breakfast sandwich which was delicious and we got the cold brew with UBE FOAM which was absolutely delicious.The inside is small and charming, and the customer service is wonderful. They even had a live musician playing acoustic guitar while we were there. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a unique coffee shop experience!"

Fair Trade Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (456) • $$

"I saw this place on ticktock and well because I love coffee I gave it a try. First the place is big they have plenty of sitting space inside out in the front and out in the back. Looks like they allow pets a saw a costumer with his pet. There was a little of multi tasking from the staff and that can create a some confusion. We had to make two transactions as there was staff changing tasks. I did not got to try any pastries as they didn't look very fresh. I would give this place another try just to try another coffee. I tried la Guerita and it was a good coffee. My husband as usual improvised and got an americano with a scoop of vanilla ice cream."

The Street

★★★★☆ 4.4 (392) • $

"The Street has always been one of my go-to's for boba. They have a huge menu and no matter what I get, it's always amazing. Their Taro Mike Tea, Thai Tea, and Chai all with boba are fantastic. Perfectly sweet and full of flavor, the chai isn't wonderfully spiced, and their boba is always just right, never too chewy or hard. Their strawberry green tea is also amazing!! Their shaved iced is also HUGE and sooo refreshing. The inside/decor is pretty cool too, graffiti and street art inspired, you can add your own contributions to the walls if you feel so inclined (just leave the furniture alone). It's kinda neat to see new stickers and drawings each time I stop in. Lastly, the service is outstanding. I've gone when it's super slow and also during the rush and I've never been overlooked or rushed, if I'm feeling something new, they always have good recommendations."

Boba Tea House

★★★★☆ 4.1 (443) • $$

"As Beyoncé asks/sings, "Who run the world? Girls!"Did you know that in America, women were not only ideal tea room consumers, nearly all tea rooms were owned by women? Yasss, queens!Boba Tea House was once *THE SPOT* for all boba tea lovers. Hey, it was the early 2000s and we didn't get the bubble tea boom yet that has taken over the past few years. Boba Tea House came in and brought us some joy after Eba (the OG boba spot) left us. I only ever get one thing here: Lavender milk tea with egg pudding. It's always solid but the past couple of times, I've ventured out and tried the brulee coffee and their ube coffee. Their coffee is solid as well. Get a little snack of popcorn chicken and you won't be disappointed.While still a great spot that's an absolute treat after grocery shopping at Lee Lee's or after getting dim sum at Phoenix Palace in the same plaza, I must confess that there are other boba spots in time I'd rather go to. Nonetheless, I still have much love for one of our oldest bubble tea spots in town!"

Essence Bakery Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (488) • $$

"Date: Sunday, July 2nd, 2023Time: around 12:15pmReason: MacaronsI adore french macarons. Whenever I'm on vacay, I always search bakeries to see if there's a new place that sells them. (Well new to me.) I was having brunch down the street and decided to swing by here first to grab some treats. Unfortunately, I think this is a breakfast spot, so there were not a lot left. I believe I just grabbed one of each flavor and a coffee. The mini macarons were $2 each while the normal sized one - French Chocolate Macaron was $4.25.Texture wise, they had a slight chew. Tho they were very airy and crumbled / broke easily. I can't recall the flavors that day, but I think one of them was lemon which was probably my fav. I adore tart desserts / sweets.I read a lot of good things about their macarons. If I ever find myself in the area early, I'll definitely stop by to see if they have more of a selection then.REVIEW #3459"

Daily Drip Coffee & Desserts

★★★★☆ 4.2 (417) • $$

"Love a coffee shop with late hours! They close at 9pm Mon to Sat. And it was still lively at 8pm.They have lattes, frappes, smoothies, specialty lattes, teas, lemonades, crepes, and sandwiches.I had the Pumpkin White Mocha and it was a bit too sweet so I'll ask for half sweet next time.They also have a private room you can rent for meetings. Just ask about rates."

Cabin Coffee Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (357) • $

"Adorable spot! It truly does feel like you're in a little cabin as soon as you walk in here. I ordered in advance and got a meriter tea and the brown bear latte for my husband with extra espresso, which was a caramel mocha. Barista was very sweet and had my drinks ready to go right on time! I hate to say it but I just didn't like my tea at all. It just tasted really fake and syrupy. Felt like it kinda left a film in my mouth which was unpleasant. I ended up throwing it away. My husband liked his latte though! Would definitely just get something different next time!"

Boba and Brew Tea House

★★★★☆ 4.3 (389) • $

"Bubble tea: the ultimate 'sip-er' power beverage!Previously known as Rapha Tea, this place is now Boba and Brew Tea House. Although the name has changed, everything inside, including the menu, seems to be the same as Rapha's. I got the Ube Jasmine and it was a decent cup. It was super flavorful although a bit too sweet even at 50% sugar. Adjust your drink's sweetness and ice level to your liking.As stated in my review for Rapha, I do like the round-bottom cups here. They match my round bottom. XD"

Valentine

★★★★☆ 4.3 (383) • $$

"We arrived a little early for our reservation so they took us to have a drink at the back bar. The back bar is where cocktail magic truly happens and you can only have back bar drinks at the back bar (FYI). And, the restaurant cocktail menu is different.We did most of our meal as tapas and it was delicious. The mushrooms and elote pasta were fabulous. The cauliflower was a little sweet for my taste. The server promised us that the pretzel would be one of the best we've ever had and they were right. It was fabulous. The real standout was the chocolate cake with frozen sunflower seed mousse. What?! That was crazy good and the whole table was eating mine! (Definitely large enough to share.)Service was great initially but definitely slowed to a crawl towards the end. Our plates were left on the table for a long time before we were offered dessert. Go for the interesting menu and know the service might be slow."

Peace Cream

★★★★★ 4.9 (290) • $$

"A mom & pop business that has several flavors of ice cream. They also have coffee, tea, shakes, malts and more. Our server, Nyla, was terrific! Nice addition with the newly added taco shop in the same center."

The Bistro Queen Creek

★★★★☆ 4.1 (413) • $$

"One of my favorite local QC spots. Amazing paninis and such a good Caesar dressing. Everything on the menu is good. The patio is so nice when the weather's good."

Sip Coffee & Beer

★★★★☆ 3.9 (454) • $$

"Fun, and different but with same old menu! I typically come for coffee and ambience both of which are great! Staff is also pretty nice and good! During the day-there seems to be lots of folks doing the work and atmosphere is just right for it!!"

Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade - Scottsdale

★★★★★ 4.6 (325) • $$

"Wow Wow is such a fun place. We love taking our kids here for the delicious lemonades and great ambiance. My kids love watching their big screen TV with beautiful pictures and videos of places in Hawaii. Sometimes they play the wooden tic tac toe while we wait for our drinks. And we love the surfboard and greenery. The lemonades are the main reason we come and they also taste delicious and fresh. Our favorites are the Strawberry Pineapple, the Blue Hawaii, the Mango Pineapple, and the Lava Flow. It's a fun place to hang out and feels nice and clean."

Abyssinia Restaurant and Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (337) • $$

"I definitely recommend either dining in or calling your order in because I've had online ordering issues twice. Last year I ordered online, I arrived and the door was locked with no one there during operating hours, no updates anywhere online, had to get a refund through whatever third party ordering system I used. Today I ordered through their actual website, my husband arrived and they said they never got it, despite me having a receipt and a screenshot from my bank account showing they took money out, they tried to get him to pay twice. They said to just cancel the order online but that wasn't an option. They claimed they won't get the money for it which is crazy because where is the money I paid going then?! And weird that I should have to pay twice because of an issue with their website, that's something they need to sort out on their end.Onto the food, it was amazing! And a massive portion for an affordable price. I got one sambussa and the veggie combo, which had some lentil and veggie dishes on injera. The sambussa was spicy, everything was super flavorful and perfectly spiced! Would be great to share or to have as two meals!"

Opa Life Greek Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (441) • $$

"I eat here quite a bit with both family and colleagues. Nice casual atmosphere with good food and outdoor seating when the weather is right.The Avgolemono soup is fabulous. I'm trying to figure out how to replicate it at home because I love it. So bright and delicious.They also have a good selection of salads, bowls and classic Greek fare.The flaming cheese is fun and delicious as is the baklava cheesecake. Yum!I've always had good service and good experiences."

Cupz N' Crepes

★★★★☆ 3.9 (418)

"My girlfriends and I came in on a Sunday and the place was half full. It appeared that just the owners were working (a man and a woman). They seemed a little overwhelmed and our crepes took a while to get (30-35 minutes after ordering).The gal working seemed annoyed and not real pleasant while serving us, we thought maybe she was having a bad day or was tired, until we heard her yakking it up with a family she obviously knew. Her whole demeanor was kind and different with them.Anyway, the menu is very expansive and it was hard to decide what to order because it all looked so good.The crepes and fillings were fresh and delicious. Prices were reasonable for the portions.The restaurant was clean and had a nice ambiance."

Tea Snow Boba & Coffee

★★★★☆ 4 (384) • $$

"10/10 this is one of my top 3 boba places! I love how their menu has so many pictures so it's easy to decide what to get. The staff is always so friendly and helpful! Such a cute shop, I've recommended this place to so many people."

Tea Snow Boba & Coffee

★★★★☆ 4 (384) • $$

"10/10 this is one of my top 3 boba places! I love how their menu has so many pictures so it's easy to decide what to get. The staff is always so friendly and helpful! Such a cute shop, I've recommended this place to so many people."