Phoenix Coffee

Came here almost everyday while I was in Cleveland.
They made my coffees perfect every time.
I’m super fussy about the temperature of my drinks (hot coffee 120 to 125 degrees) and a lot of places get annoyed when I mention about the temperature, but this place made it perfect!
The girls were so kind, too. Thanks Phoenix coffee!

Cool little coffee shop tucked in an office building on 9^th street. Great ambiance if you’re looking for a quiet place to relax or do some work. The coffee is so-​so, a bit too weak for my taste. Same with the Americano. Service is fine, yet it does annoy me that when I pay with a credit card on their iPad device, it only gives me a tip option in $ 1, $ 2 and $ 3 increments. While I usually leave a tip, a buck or more on a two dollar cup of coffee isn’t happening!

No matter what your reason is for coming here, it’s the perfect little place for it. There’s always people sitting outside and inside doing various tasks on their handhelds and laptops. PHX is home to the nicest baristas (I’m convinced) of all time. I usually stop here a few days a week to get a bagel, sometimes a coffee that they no longer offer but make special when I request it, or even a hot tea when I’m sick– the flavor at the recommendation of the amazing and hardworking Elizabeth.
The only thing I wish would change, is they’d bring back the soft grey and white tee-​shirt they used to offer because I spilled some merlot on mine, which was bound to happen as much as I wear it repping this place. Go here!

I do love Phoenix coffee. From the laid back vibe to the drip coffee, I’m all about heading to Phoenix for my afternoon caffeine fix.
The baristas are really nice… Probably the nicest I’ve seen in Cle.
Coffee is excellent. When I’m feeling like I need to indulge, I get the mocha. Heaven in a cup, I tell you!
Extra indulgence is the selection of pastries provided by Bön Bön Cleveland. *yes please!*

Cozy local coffee shop located in the heart of Downtown Cleveland.
Phoenix coffee in one word is AMAZING! They serve high quality coffee, teas, snacks and pastries all from local purveyors and shops.
Great place to stop for your afternoon caffeine fix. The East 9^th location has been recently updated with a fresh coat of paint and large modern reclaimed wood communal tables and comfy armchairs which lend to having quick meetings or just some alone time with your hot cup o’joe.
I normally order their basic latte’s however if I really need an afternoon pick me up/​sugar rush I’ll go for the speedball or stuporball. They are basically cold brew mocha coffees with an added shot of espresso in the stuporball. Try one if you dare!
Also good to note they carry bagels from Cleveland Bagel Co.

Phoenix Coffee = YES. I mean really, Cleveland is so lucky to have many awesome local roasters, Phoenix Coffee included. Phoenix is reasonably priced, high quality, and never lets you down.
Of their four locations, this one ties as my favorite (with the Ohio City location). For being in the bustling metropolis of East 4^th Street in downtown Cleveland, this location is remarkably cozy. They have the most adorable vintage-​inspired faux fireplace, and an abundance of green terrariums, regardless of season. There’s no shortage of tables inside, and I love having meetings of all types in this location.
Keep in mind: all four locations carry different hours. The Ohio City location tends to be open until 7pm, and I have found myself almost scheduling meetings on East 9^th in the evening, when they actually close at 5pm. Oops… check those hours on Unilocal

Coffee wasn’t all that, better than Starbucks, but that ain’t saying a whole lot. Girl got an attitude when I politely asked if I could get a pour over. Gee, don’t want you to work too hard and pour anything other than drip coffee.

Gross!!! Tastes like dirt and over priced! I feel bad for what appears to be the sad employees in the building next door, stopping for coffee for just a glimmer of hope to get them through the day.

Decent.
A bit over priced and I don’t really care to put cream cheese on my own bagel, I like that to be done for me… particularly when I’m paying a premium.
Coffee is drinkable.

I’ve been by this place for years thinking it was some old place past it’s prime. Then I stumbled into the OH City one, enjoyed myself, and figured I’d try this one. Even walking up to it today though, I wasn’t even sure it was open.
The inside thankfully is much brighter and more lively than the storefront. There are varied seating options for groups, couples and solo visitors. It’s really spacious and honestly a nicer setting than downtown’s largest Starbucks (that being the 14^th St one I think). This is definitely the nicest downtown coffee shop to sit and work in. (It’s just as nice as Pour but perhaps more cozy).
I didn’t do anything fancy here, just a drip coffee as the line was pretty long (but they moved it along a lot faster than Starbucks’ baristas). The coffee I really enjoyed. Not sure which one I actually got as the signage was poor and there weren’t any options to pick from, but it was good — definitely worthy of competition with Cleveland’s newest coffee shops.
There’s a big bakery case as well. Next time I’ll have to get something and also next time I’ll have to try an espresso… the dirty cup bin was full of 5 espresso cups which seemed a lot to me so they must be tasty.

The Alma Palmer is amazing. It’s lavender lemonade with iced black tea. I will try to recreate it at home. Wish me luck!
This is a nice spot for an informal business meeting (one on one) and there is a high top table that I saw a group of about six or so using for a business chat. The WiFi is free and the signal was strong enough for my remote server to run smoothly.
There is a bathroom available but you need to ask for the key at the counter.

When I visited this place, it was the day before the Super Bowl, and I thought it would be a great idea to walk to the West Side Market during the blizzard, only to find myself deprived of caffeine and feeling in my fingertips. The walk up the brick steps to this cozy café was treacherous, but worth all the anxiety I experienced.
Coming into the café, the staff were all very knowledgable, catering to all my questions about their pour-​over options. The menu is minimalistic, and everything they make seems to use the best ingredients, and best techniques. The amount of care that went into my cappuccino, which a default drink was astounding. And a café that offers Cortados, really impressed me.
The space is limited at this place, and that the only deficiency I can name, but the décor and design are all modern. What really showcases the special-​nature of this café are the friendly staff and the quality roasts that are provided. I highly recommend visiting this café just for the high quality of the coffee.

I am a buffalo NY native and I am used to either the generic tim hortons or the amazing selection of locally brewed coffee shops. I have been a batista at a local shop for a couple of year that reminds me much of Phoenix coffee. My girlfriend and I walked past starbucks and a few other café’s and stumbled across this quaint coffee house. From the outside I was not sure what to expect but I gritted my teeth and gave it a shot… and boy am I glad we did. Service was friendly and the coffee was of quality. I am very pleased with this coffee house and I hope to return to this place again sometime! Thanks, Cleveland.

Phoenix coffee came very highly reviewed. They were undergoing some renovations/​moving when I was there so I have to give them the benefit of the doubt. The espresso I had was terrible. It was burnt and very acidic. The staff were extremely friendly though and the pour over I had was better than average. Also, stay away from the food. I got two different types of scones and both tasted like soap and seemed to be freezer burnt. The croissants were decent. Hopefully I just caught them on a bad day.

Phoenix is by far my favorite coffee shop in Cleveland. There are four locations. All of the locations offer vegan alternatives using soy or almond milk. Most locations also carry vegan treats as well!
The baristas know what they are doing, and most have perfected latte art! A simply perfect pick me up!
Phoenix will always make my Top 10 vegan-​friendly places in Cleveland.

Not sure why it’s taken me so long to give this place a try, but better late than never, right?
From the outside, it looks small and sort of like an in-​and-​out thing, take your drink and go. I was wrong, it’s actually spacious on the inside and there are enough tables and small sofas to seat a lot of people.
Before coming in, I peaked the menu online to get an idea of what I’d like to order. I don’t drink coffee so it was between the white mocha and hot chocolate. The description of the hot chocolate was too appealing to pass up, so what did I order? Hot chocolate of course!
It is made especially for you, not from a machine that readily spills out hot chocolate. I waited about five minutes and at this point I am so eager to try it!
First sip, holy hot chocolate! AMAZING. Only thing I can say is this is the best hot chocolate I’ve ever had. Actually, it’s one of the best hot drinks I’ve ever had. The flavors are indescribable, just a burst of flavors in your mouth with each sip.
Please do yourself a favor and try the hot chocolate! I wish they were open on the weekends, as this is very close to me.

Of all of the places I visited while in Cleveland, Phoenix had more character than all of them (probably more than all of them combined). I loved the old-​timey décor with beautiful lamps, overhead lights, furniture, and vibe. The coffee was above average and the staff was very nice. The pastries were tasty. However, I do have to convey a complaint: it really turns me off when businesses (particularly coffee shops) have the swipe machines for cards that ask how much of a tip you’d like to give. Let’s get real: I don’t consider myself cheap– in fact, I always tip a barista my change on a coffee. But when you only have options of $ 1 or more for a tip on a $ 1.60 cup of coffee, it kind of turns me off. I typically end up tipping the $ 1, but more so out of obligation. Please don’t obligate and then marginalize your customers for over 60% tip on a drink (I know– the counter response is to simply not tip– but I don’t want to do that). I’m sorry– just had to convey an objective complaint to a business. Overall, though, I actually really liked this place and probably would have given it 5 stars.

Best iced mocha EVER!
They cold brew the coffee for all iced drinks. If you’re not familiar with that system, what it does is lowers the acidity & makes your drink smoother.
I wish all coffee shops did this!
Very inviting décor. I could have hung out there all day!

This Phoenix has got to be my favorite. Perhaps this is because it is most convenient for me to treat myself before work. That certainly plays a role in it, but I think that the staff really bumps it up here. Everyone is super friendly and I often see the same girl working behind the counter and she never looks frazzled despite lines, obviously caters to her regulars, and is just all around pleasant. Major plus for me – they’re conversational, but not overbearing and have a smooth system for keeping conversations going and tending to others waiting in line. Having worked at a coffee shop for almost 7 years, I can say that that’s an art in itself and I really commend the people that they have staffed here.
Despite my normal go-​to (small soy chai) being a disappointment here (hence 4 instead of 5 stars), I’ve branched out a bit and have never been let down. The espresso here is delicious and when you ice it with some coconut syrup… OMG what a wonderful tropical treat! I also splurged on a cookie once – some caramel chocolate chip wonder and it was fantastic!
Overall, I’d never discourage someone from coming here. It’s a great location downtown and the interior is way cozier than you’d imagine it to be from the outside appearance. (And less crampy than the other locations.)

Stopped in here this morning for coffee based on the large number of favorable Unilocal reviews. First off, as others have noted, it’s downtown, so there is not a parking lot you can pull into. You might be able to find some parking meters on the side street across East 9^th on Walnut Avenue — which is where I parked.
Very cozy coffee shop — smelled amazing from the moment I opened the door — you know, that rich, aromatic, delicious, full-​bodied earthy, smoky funk in the air that tells you that high quality bean mud is roasted and served here!
I inquired about different types of coffee — they had their standard coffee which is already brewed, I asked about their bold — I was told it was a dark Italian roast — and that if I wanted it — I’d have to wait for 4 minutes, as they would make it to order via French Press. My reaction? Hell yes — let’s do this!
So I waited my four minutes — was worth the wait too. Coffee was absolutely rich, dark, and delicious!
Nice place to sit with your notebook or iPad and get some work done — as a number of people were doing while enjoying their bean juice. Sadly, I had to get mine to go, but I’d love to hang here some time!
Folks are nice here, service is good. Check ‘em out!