A buzz is brewing around the city as local coffee shops resume business. Some spots are sticking to to-go only, while others are practicing safe, socially distanced seating areas.
Each of these popular spots has its own approach and they’re all working to keep the local coffee movement afloat — one frothy cup at a time.
Here’s a list of some places currently open for a hot cup of Joe.
Black Crown Coffee Co.
4024 E. Speedway Blvd.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B5X8pumghJG/
Black Crown Coffee Co. has opened its dining area from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Tuesday – Sunday, and is temporarily staying closed on Monday.
Keep in mind: The seating is still very limited and they’ve closed down some booths to assure proper social distancing upstairs and downstairs. Of course, you can still take your coffee on the road.
Keep up with Black Crown Coffee Co. on Facebook.
Blessed Grounds
902 W. Grant Rd.
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Blessed Grounds is open for to-go orders and you can also grab a coffee and enjoy it there. Right now, the cafe’s hours are 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Monday – Friday, 8 a.m – 4 p.m. on Saturday, and noon – 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Check out their single origins — Honduras, Ethiopia, Brazil, and Costa Rica — and blends online, too.
For more information, visit blessedgrounds.com.
Caffe Luce Coffee Roasting Co.
943 E. University Blvd. Ste. 191 • 4205 N. Campbell Ave. Ste. 125 • 245 E. Congress St.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_3tqZ6Aj0r/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Each of the three Caffe Luce locations are offering to-go only, and the hours differ at each of the spots, too. You’ll want to check in with each location before you head out.
In addition, they’ve installed a new gadget that allows you to open the shop’s doors with your foot, providing the option to avoid touching the handle with your hands.
Keep up with Caffe Luce Coffee Roasting Co. on Facebook.
Cartel Coffee Lab
2516 N. Campbell Ave. • 210 E. Broadway Blvd.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CAk9dYLnYy9/
Cartel Coffee Lab is offering its tasty coffee for pickup only at the Campbell location from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily, while the downtown location is temporarily closed.
Also, for a limited time, Cartel has free shipping on all of its non-subscription products if you use the code “STAYHOME” online.
For more information, visit cartelcoffeelab.com.
Coffee Times Drive-Thru
3401 E. Speedway Blvd.
Conveniently located on Speedway, Coffee Times Drive-Thru still continues to dish out the goods to-go, of course. They’re currently open from 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Monday – Saturday.
For more information, visit Coffee Times on Facebook.
Crave Coffee Bar
4530 E. Broadway Blvd.
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Crave Coffee Bar has reopened its indoor seating area from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., and the drive-thru is up and waiting to take your order as well.
Additionally, the crew is making some artistic updates to the interior.
For more information, cravecoffeebar.com.
Decibel Coffee Works
267 S. Avenida Del Convento
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_SyviHhAjl/
Each and every day, Decibel Coffee Works is open from 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. for any of your to-go coffee needs. They’re nestled in the MSA Annex so you can also take a nice stroll around the complex while you’re sippin’.
For more information, visit decibelcoffeeworks.com.
Dedicated. A gluten free bakery and coffee shop.
4500 E. Speedway Blvd.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B5dTCELBhAU/
If you’re hoping to pick up a coffee for the road, Dedicated is open with limited hours from 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday – Sunday.
For more information, visit dedicatedgf.com.
Eleven Cafe
33 N. Stone Ave., Suite 150
https://www.instagram.com/p/B9hZ9uthQLz/
After a temporary closure, Eleven Cafe has reopened and is offering to-go orders from 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. You’re welcome to sit inside as well, but to-go is still being encouraged.
For more information, follow Eleven Cafe on Facebook.
Epic Cafe
745 N. Fourth Ave.
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The corner coffee shop on Fourth Avenue, Epic Cafe, is open for to-go orders from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily. However, there are a few seats outside that you’re welcome to use.
Just keep in mind that the seating is very limited.
For more information, visit epiccafe.com.
EXO Roast Co.
403 N. Sixth Ave.
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Beginning on Saturday, May 30, EXO Roast Co. will be open for to-go orders only. Recently, the shop temporarily closed its doors for a few weeks and began offering deliveries to local parks around the city.
For hours of operation, keep up with them on Facebook or Instagram.
For more information, visit exocoffee.com.
Le Buzz Caffe
9121 E. Tanque Verde Rd. • 2930 N. Swan Rd.
Both of the Le Buzz Caffe locations are open and offering takeout, curbside pickup, and outdoor patio seating.
For more information, visit lebuzzcaffe.com.
Presta Coffee Roasters
2502 N. First Ave. Ste. 100 • 100 S. Avenida del Convento Ste. 180
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_A5ISbJqod/
Presta Coffee Roasters has two brick-and-mortar locations and for the time being, they’re sticking to online orders, to-go drinks, and deliveries. Plus, if you’re ordering online, use the promo code “LOCAL” for free delivery.
Right now, both locations are open from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily.
For more information, visit prestacoffee.com.
Raging Sage Coffee Roasters
2458 N. Campbell Ave.
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Raging Sage is providing cups of coffee to-go from 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily.
The inside seating area is currently closed, but there are a few tables you’re allowed to sit at on the patio.
For more information, visit ragingsage.com.
Savaya Coffee Market
5350 E. Broadway Blvd. • 6540 E Tanque Verde Rd. • 2905 E. Skyline Dr. Ste. 287 • 2959 N. Swan Rd. • 11177 N. Oracle Rd. • 12120 N. Dove Mountain Blvd.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CAppNiug8Pe/
Savaya Coffee Market is serving up coffee all in multiple locations and temporarily to-go only. Each of their locations are open from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily.
If you’re looking for a bag of coffee to take home, check out their online ordering system.
For more information, visit savayacoffee.com.
Tucson Coffee Roasters
3225 N. Swan Rd. • 250 S. Craycroft Rd.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CAswHDrBbzZ/
Tucson Coffee Roasters has reopened its cafe, so feel free to enjoy your coffee inside or take it to-go. Of course, all social distancing measures are being taken for the public’s safety.
For more information, visit tcroasters.com.
Yellow Brick Coffee
3220 S. Dodge Blvd. Ste. 1
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Yellow Brick Coffee is brewing up cups of coffee for to-go only.
Orders must be placed online or over the phone for curbside pickup from 7 a.m. – noon on Monday – Friday. They’re currently closed on Saturday and Sunday.
For more information, visit yellowbrickcoffee.com.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
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