The Coffee Studio

Love the location and the people running it. It’s now like my second office. The tea is great also. 5 star from me.

Was in Phoenix for work last week and staying in a hotel nearby and searched for coffee shops in the direction I was heading that morning. This came up, so I figured I’d give it a shot, and I was very glad I did. I got some kind of caramel vanilla latte (it was early, so forgive my imprecise memory) and it was absolutely delicious. Plus the service was extremely friendly and made for an even more enjoyable visit. I was upset that my flight out of town the next morning was so early that I couldn’t go back again. But the next time I find myself back in Phoenix, I’ll be stopping by the Coffee Studio. I recommend you do too.

Remember the old commercials for Mervyn’s? The ones with the desperate shopper lady at the window chanting «Open! Open! Open!» That’s how I’d been feeling about the Coffee Studio. For MONTHS, there was the teaser that I would have a local coffee place within walking distance of my house. And finally, finally, that day came — THE COFFEE STUDIO IS OPEN!
I’m relatively basic when it comes to coffee. I don’t mean the «venti pumpkin spice latte half calf skinny with extra pumps of some sickingly sweet flavor and whip for $ 7.00» kind of basic — I mean I actually like the taste of good coffee. Add a little half and half, and I am a happy woman. Or a well-​balanced cappuccino from time to time. So — I ordered the medium roast plain drip coffee. And it was good. Very good. Good enough, that I skipped the cream entirely. It was smooth, a little chocolately, and so, so good!
I haven’t tried the breakfast sandwich, which I was told is excellent. I haven’t tried the cold brew or any of the espresso options. But based on the quality of just the plain old drip coffee, this place is a winner.
So glad they’re finally open — and so glad they’re close to home! This will be a regular stop for me, given my coffee addiction and preference to avoid the big monopolistic venti-​chain whenever I can!