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Lola Coffee
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 7 am - 7 pm
Fri-Sat 7 am - 10 pm
Sun 7 am - 2 pm
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
153 reviews for Lola Coffee
Review Highlights
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"Free Wi-Fi, coffee, baked goods, and awesome location." In 8 reviews -
"Lovely space (and delicious latte." In 26 reviews -
"Cinnamon goodness is the Matador." In 17 reviews
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153 reviews in English
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Review from Donna B.
While I've been known to frequent Starbucks for a Salted Caramel Mocha, I prefer giving my business to locals. I chose Lola's over the weekend when I needed to get some studying done. I got the Black 'N' White mocha (which was neither black nor white, but yummy just the same) and took a seat at the bar at the window looking onto Central. I enjoyed the atmosphere, and the employees were nice. Don't expect a lengthy menu, so choosing something shouldn't take long. I didn't try any pastries on hand, but they looked delectable.
Parking was tight, it could use more tables and chairs for people with laptops, and for a while it was too warm inside. At some point, I believe they turned on the A/C even though the front door was still open, so that helped. They have the WiFi password taped to the register, which is really convenient.
I like it here and will probably come back.Listed in: Phoenix - fave places in the…
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Review from Rand H.
Updated - 4/21/2012
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Lola Coffee here, home to a fun Yelp Office Hours event a while back, has closed but the place has reopened as a similar business. :-)1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/11/2009
Dropped into this nice little coffee spot today to get together with Gabi, Norm R., Aileen B., &… Read more »
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Review from Bryan B.
3/12/2012 1 Check-in Here
There is nothing wrong with Lola, it is clean, the service is good, but I guess I am missing something about the experience. I can and have been wow'ed by a cup of coffee before, but not from this place. The atmosphere is ok, but for the price I guess I would rather go to Lux or if judging product alone and not atmosphere I would just go to Starbucks.
I know the reaction of people reading this is going to assume I don't support local businesses (which I do... A LOT) or I am another Starbucks sell out... Starbucks is great at pushing local coffee shops to be better, I think that is true for others... I am not convinced it is true here. -
Review from Corey Tess T.
Phoenix, AZ
2/28/2012
I wish I lived closer to this little gem! I am a huge coffee fan. I seek out specialty coffee and coffee shops where ever I land. I travel a lot and work a lot, so caffeine is a must for me and I hate bad coffee.
This place makes an amazing cappuccino and the sweets and pastries are fresh. There is a lot of seating and it isn't overly hipster, but just enough to be interesting.
Really great roast. -
Review from Angela M.
Phoenix, AZ
Updated - 4/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
Lola's on Central is now Citizen Coffee- Not the same.... But still a local coffee shop that beats out your local 'Bucks. I recommend making the trek to Lola's on Roosevelt.
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11/3/2011
I have been a fan of Lola's since they opened and since Lola's tapas closed. The coffee is… Read more »
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Review from Thomas I.
Henderson, NV
2/17/2012 7 Check-ins Here
This is the place to go to get some work done. Nice relaxing music and a crowd that's there to get things accomplished.
And oh ya, the coffee is pretty dang good. -
Review from J.D. L.
Phoenix, AZ
11/18/2011 1 Check-in Here
Good morning everyone.
Lola is a good solid coffee house and provides a backdrop for women to converse over projects and upcoming events and for men to fiddle with gadgets. I almost always converse and fiddle while thriving on a beautiful quad espresso but love to read the old fashion way too with a newspaper in my hand which Lola buys or at least a patron leaves.
I can tell the Lola Brew Crew are proud roasters of sustainable but bold coffee and places an allegiance towards the pursuit of coffee perfection.Listed in: Downtown Midtown, Instant Coffee
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Review from Michael G.
Phoenix, AZ
12/5/2011
Only 4 stars?
(A few notes: The folks that rated this place low must have been isolated incidences and I feel weigh far to heavy on service rather than product. Dining at a restaurant, rate the service a lil' harder, but a coffee shop, hold your tongue.)
Anyway, this place rocks. We aren't super close, but we pass up several coffee shops en route to Lola because the quality is top drawer.
The beans, fair trade, and the roast is perfect. The price of a bag of beans is amazing. Doing right by the farmers and then respecting the product with such a solid roast. This is what is all about!
I have yet to find a better americano. A splash of cream and a splenda only augments the flavor of the espresso and the richness really shines. I've been to most of the independent coffee shops throughout the area, and if I do find myself elsewhere, I can only compare them to Lola, and Lola wins out each time. -
Review from Elizabeth B.
Phoenix, AZ
1/2/2012
Awesome coffee, incredible sweets. Nice, quiet and just around the corner.
I'd humbly ask for more power outlets for us home office types who need a getaway spot! -
Review from Kelly S.
San Francisco, CA
10/23/2011
I am only giving four stars as of now because I have only been here once. But the quality and taste of their coffee, along with a super friendly staff and customers, has led me to yelp! :o)
Seriously though... their coffee is delicious! Super strong, super flavorful and just all around amazing. I find nice coffee shops are not hard to find... however, finding ones that have GOOD COFFEE certainly is!
I plan on going to Lola Coffee again soon... as in today =)
Atmosphere seemed nice for the time I was in there and the location is convenient. -
Review from Lindsey F.
Scottsdale, AZ
1/5/2012
I'm partial to Lola's Roosevelt location but this Lola's is quite delightful as well! This coffee shop has plenty of open space and seating, making it perfect for an afternoon of reading, working or simply sitting around and chatting with friends. Lola's coffee is some of my favorite in the Valley and it could have something to do with their delicious homemade whip cream. Yes, I said homemade. It's buttery, it's creamy and it makes any drink more delicious. Oh and their coffee isn't bad either. In fact, their coffee is just as good! I really enjoy their iced lattes and their hot mochas. However, anything here is delicious, including their cappuccinos which I've stolen a sip or two of here and there.
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Review from Jamie S.
Tempe, AZ
9/19/2011 1 Check-in Here
Well. I like the atmosphere of this coffee shop. but the coffee taste was not as much great as I expected. (You know,, it depends on person)
If I have a chance to be in downtown phoenix, I would go there again, but I wouldn't drive up to there for tasting the coffee. -
Review from Daniel E.
8/16/2011 1 Check-in Here
This places gets packed! Went on a Saturday to meet some people and there was not a table or a chair empty in this place. Also, there was only 1 person working and the line for ordering drinks was pretty heavy. She did a good job working the cash machine and the espresso machine!
I love the concept of Lola and I want to love Lola's so bad but there are places I have been to that are much better, with bigger space and friendlier people working. -
Review from Candy T.
Phoenix, AZ
7/30/2011
I found this place on my phone "place" app. and decided to try it out. After all, I needed a place to focus and do some school work.
The only downside is that they don't have a chai tea latte, which I always get.
I got a Cafe Latte instead, which was great.
I love the atmosphere and definitely the free WiFi because I needed to do work. They do play loud music though, in case for some of you who like to work in silence.
Overall, love it and very close to the lightrail. -
Review from Iain B.
Phoenix, AZ
Not too much to add. But must try nevertheless.
Second time here, well technically third but the first time it was on a Sunday at 3pm and it was closed. Closed, 3 pm Sunday? That made me a grumpy mumpy, but on the second time/third time when it was open, I was pleased. I mean, Sunday at 3 pm and closed, YIKES!! Where will hipsters look cool and surf on their Mac Books for free or students study for hours while only spending $6?
Went yesterday (third time) for a little of the old in and out, or in some circles known as a spot of coffee. Nice coffee shop, I didn't eat anything but had a lovely triple skinny vanilla latte and picked up a bag of their espresso.
I love coffee art and my skinny vanilla latte had a touching and semi-inspiring flower shape on it. I immediately rushed home and scoured You tube to learn to make coffee art with my espresso machine. Oh, they make it look so easy, we tried it and are beginning to make progress, (I made the shape of an ink blot on my latte) oh to think some day my latte will have intricate bird shapes and strange Aztec images on our homemade espresso drinks, alas inspired by Lola's.
PS. Coffee art is a lot harder than they make it look on You tube.
To sum it up, I found it to be a nice caring touch that you don't see at many other coffee shops.
The shop itself is really set up nicely and in perhaps one of the best central corridor locations possible. Off the light rail and in the heart of Cen Pho, it is strategically perfect.
The down side you ask?
The hours are Wimpy, Wimpy, Wimpy. One would expect later hours with a central-downtown-hip-urbane -Coffee shop of this caliber?
I think the hours are indicative of an inherent conundrum to what ails Central Phoenix as a whole (although improving). Things are just not open late enough to be considered a World Class City. Hopefully, they will have longer hours as time goes on?
Otherwise, I am a fan of Lola's!Listed in: My ROTDs, everyone gets 15…
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Review from Cade F.
Phoenix, AZ
1/28/2012
The coffee and service are both good, but not great. Pastries are good, but not fresh. I go here when Lux is too busy.
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Review from Eric G.
Phoenix, AZ
7/31/2011 1 photo
I was near this part of town a while back and was wanting a nice little breakfast. I saw this places was rated pretty high on yelp and figured I'd give it a go. It looks pretty much just like any and every other coffee shop you've been into. This nothing out of the ordinary about the looks, which if you are going for a coffee shop that's probably a good thing. I ended up getting a double espresso and a slice of the quiche. The quiche was heated up in the microwave and the coffee was served. The food looked amazing but was far to under seasoned. I guess they thought that the Parmesan cheese on top would be enough to season the entire thing, but they were really underestimating that. The coffee was good, it's pretty hard to mess up an espresso.
I didn't rate it very good, but would I go back? I think so. I might give them another try, and get something other than the quiche. Their baked good looked pretty good and their price wasn't crazy or anything. If I'm in this area again I will probably stop by and they may make me change my review. I'll keep my fingers crossed. -
Review from Soli A.
Tempe, AZ
1/19/2012 8 Check-ins Here
Love this place. the atmosphere was rather chill and calm. We played Uno, and drank pretty darn good coffee! we had a lemon cookie, which was...JUST RIGHT!
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Review from M E.
Phoenix, AZ
8/5/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I don't go for their coffee anymore... I go for their fresh squeezed OJ. Sound strange you say? Well if you think it's strange clearly you haven't had their orange juice. Delish.
Especially on a lazy day with a fresh baked pastry.
Couldn't be better. -
Review from Arlin B.
2/9/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Lola Coffee is a great coffee shop with plenty of room to move around and delicious coffee and pastries.
Daniel Wayne, founder of Lux Coffee before he sold it and opened Lola Coffee. It's located not far from Lux and it's a nice change when you need some additional room to meet with someone.
Their coffee is house roasted off site and very good. They have different varieties of coffee depending on the seasonality and availability. They have a small selection of cookies and pastries but it's their tarts that set them apart from other places. Their tarts are divine and luscious. They also offer some unique cold beverages such as fresh agave lemonade and a variety of iced /hot teas.
The Coffee may be a little better at Lux but Lola doesn't have near as many creepy look-e-loo peeps that stare at you while you're trying to enjoy your cup of joe :-)Listed in: Coffee & Caffeine
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Review from Audra U.
Phoenix, AZ
4/17/2011
Oh, how I do love an unfriendly judgy person who's about to take my order. Sarcasm anyone? Call me crazy but I like to be greeted with a smile.
I'm looking at the damn board trying to find the chai tea latte prices. Where the heck is the chai listed?!
I deem their chai as bland anyway. Unless their blend changes I'll never go back.
Side note: Cool chandelier. But walking through people to order sucks. -
Review from Bret F.
Chandler, AZ
6/28/2011
This review will get right to the point. I had some time to kill before an early morning meeting today, so I gave Lola a try.
Espresso = Awesome
Service = Awesome
Atmosphere & Music = Awesome
Everyone that stopped in while I was there all seemed very happy, which rubbed off on me. I'll be back. -
Review from Corey S.
New York, NY
3/13/2012
If there customer service didn't suck they would have gotten 5 stars. I come to phoenix a few times a year to shop, enjoy the cactus and spend time decorating my vacation condo. Last Thursday morning I found myself craving coffee but lacking fresh water. The water here is brown and completely undrinkable. I could see the word coffee taunting me from my balcony, so I did the very un AZ thing and walked there. The place is super cute. Plenty of seating and it had a good atmosphere. It took 5 minutes for the girl to ask me what I wanted. I was the only one standing at the register and they had like 4 employees standing around talking. Forgive me for wanting formalities. What do you want? doesn't put me in a good mood. My cafe au lait was fair better then you should be able to get in Phoenix. The foam was creamy and had a pretty design on top. The next time I am in town I will definitely be back but only because your coffee is good and you are 300 hundred feet from my vacation condo. Just don't expect a tip.
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Review from Kelly A.
3/27/2011
Lola, what a gem! My boyfriend and I walked over here, feeling enticed by an evening coffee and rumors of an outside patio. We decided to bring the dog with us so he could experience Lola too. :)
We sat outside and apprehensively parked the dog outside, making sure to clear it with the staff that it was okay to have him outside. The petite brunette barista (wish I had gotten her name!) was so incredibly sweet and gracious. She took the time to come outside and greet our dog, even bringing him a "puppyccino," just water in a bowl but a very sweet gesture nonetheless.
The inside is clean and modern looking, but not so modern that all the furniture is uncomfortable. I could certainly see myself passing away lazy weekend days here, happily caffeinated and making good use of the wi-fi. I really wish I had come here sooner, I feel they certainly deserve the business with their tasty and reasonably priced coffee, great staff and low-key ambiance. -
Review from Summer K.
Phoenix, AZ
12/31/2011
Rude and watered down tea... I've never been here.. Today must have been the worst day to come. I was the only one ordering and I didn't get helped... Why is this place so popular!? I live nearby and I'll make sure none of my guests have to bring this place business, either! Sorry for the trouble in asking about your damn menu!!!
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Review from nina k.
Los Angeles, CA
1/3/2012
I was on a road trip and stopped in Phoenix for a night. A local resident told us about this coffee shop so went there. Had a great experience. I like independent coffee shops and a great ambience.
Great decaf soy latte (w/honey)
Clean bathroom
Good music
Great seating/deco.
It was just chill environment. I loved this place and would recommend people visit and enjoy awesome lattes. I didn't try all the pasteries but chocolate croissant was pretty awesome with moist chocolate.
Thank you for great service you guys. -
Review from Anthony P.
Phoenix, AZ
12/22/2010 1 Check-in Here
I usually frequent the downtown Lola, but fate had me in the central corridor and I gave it a shot.
This Lola Coffee location is upscale and cozy, much like its sister location in downtown. The business is bright and airy, with a friendly crowd.
Walking in I was greeted with good music and friendly smiles. I grabbed my drink and muffin and was all set.
Parking is pretty tricky here, and I am unsure what you're supposed to do if you get there and there are no spots. Cry? Perhaps.
My only lament about Lola is that I wish they had more variety regarding pastries/snacky stuff. What they have is good, but kinda dry and plain. I would love to see some simple classics like cheese danish, maybe even a donut, done Lola style. I'm not suggesting that this become a Dunkin Donuts, but there is something to be said for old school treats. There are times that fancy is nice, but sometimes simple beats that out. Like Joe Dirt says, "Don't church it up!" -
Review from Mariann M.
Mesa, AZ
5/24/2011
I am a slave to Lola Coffee! I usually pick up the bags of whole beans to have at home, but stop by a few times a week for their iced coffee.
Everyone who works here is great, always excellent service (even at 7am when they first open!!) -
Review from Kali M.
3/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
Stopped in here for a quick drink + snack while waiting for a friend to finish her wedding rehearsal at Brophy Chapel across the street.
Between the two of us, hubby and I had a lemonade, iced coffee and some sort of ganache cake concoction. All were pretty good. The barista was friendly, sweet and attentive, and the ambiance was upscale hipster. Easy parking and not too crowded. -
Review from Erica D.
Phoenix, AZ
3/20/2011 4 Check-ins Here
I love Lola's on Central. Great location that's not too far away from the Biltmore. Unless it's super packed at Hula's for some reason, you should always be able to find a space to park.
There's plenty of spaces to sit and work with their free Wi-Fi. I particularly liike working at the "bar" that overlooks Central. Their music is kind of hipster-y, which is appreciated in a coffee shop, especially if you've spent too many days at Starbucks like I have. However, the music is a little loud in case you want a quieter place to work out of.
There's also cute seating outside for a perfect weekend date coffee shop.
The blanco is my favorite - sort of a white mocha concoction which I'm sure is over anyone's caloric intake for the morning, but a great drink nonetheless.
They've got a ton of pastries, but unfortunately gluten free goodies every now and then. If Lola's would offer that - it would be totally perfect! -
Review from Laura W.
Scottsdale, AZ
6/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
Seriously good coffee.
Cinnamon goodness is the Matador.
Barista finished it off with a beautiful fan latte design....I almost hated to drink it!
Love the big cups, the space, the proximity to Brophy.
It has a soul.
Yeah, I'm a fan. -
Review from Angela J.
Tempe, AZ
12/10/2011
Eh. And, trust me, I wish I felt more for this place as I was really excited to try it. Go to Cartel, man.
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Review from Hope B.
Phoenix, AZ
12/13/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Great atmosphere, lots of parking, not overly crowded, unique baked goods, fair coffee dispensed from a pump thermos (frown).
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Review from Tonia B.
5/15/2011 3 Check-ins Here
I don't know why I always forget about Lola. I visit on occasion to grab a Friday morning kick in the ass to go, but always regret never sitting down to hang at Lola. It looks so comfy and relaxing. Like a spa. The colors, the textures all make me want to stay.
It's not my favorite white mocha, but it's a good one. I wouldn't come back if it wasn't. -
Review from Grace R.
Phoenix, AZ
11/18/2010
On a cool Monday afternoon in Phoenix listening to a busy street where cars pass by and the church bell rings every hour. Ahh! It's nice to sit outside and drink iced tea with honey. Listening to the surroundings and looking up in a clear blue skies. Just appreciating the day.
Lola's coffee is not a typical chain of coffee shop but a nice place to relax and tuned down from a busy work day. -
Review from Julia W.
Phoenix, AZ
11/8/2010
Worst. Coffee-related. Experience. Ever.
I will say, the beverages were pretty good, not awe-inspiring but good.
But the service sucked.
It was my first time there and I wasn't sure what I wanted but had been sent with drink orders from some friends. It started poorly. I stood at the counter for several minutes without a single person either before or after me and was not so much as greeted. I've worked in a cafe and that should just not ever happen. If they can greet you over the heads of 30 travelers at an airport Starbucks, I should at least be able to get a hello at a desolate cafe.
Second, there was no tea on their menu so I finally asked the dude behind the counter about ordering I asked him about a tea order for my compadre. He looked at a paper behind the register, told me what I was looking for existed and rang me up for it.
I guess my biggest complaint is the tone of condescension that was present from the time I opened the door to the time I left. Even the 4 middle-aged patrons looked at me like I wasn't trendy enough to be there. I may not have a snazzy haircut or be walking in with a fancy mac book but I am still intelligent enough to pick up on attitude and, as far as I know, my money is just as good as anyone else's.
I will absolutely never go to this location again. -
Review from Nicole P.
Phoenix, AZ
11/5/2011
I really like Lola; everything I've ordered here has been tasty and of high quality. Service is always friendly and efficient. The decor is pretty modern with tons of natural light and varied seating, but still retains a coffee shop funkiness. Even when the place is packed, the atmosphere is laid back, not overwhelming.
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Review from P b.
Phoenix, AZ
5/4/2011
Was in town from Boston to meet with someone at 9am. I went to their office and the door was locked. So I walked around wondering why they were not at their office and wondering if I came all the way from Boston for no reason!
I made my way back to Central and saw the clock at the Lightrail station read 8:12 am. Right then I realized that I set my watch at the wrong time (who would have thought AZ was on West Coast time?) Anyway due to my ignorance I had roughly 48 minutes to waste and ended up in Lux.
The coffee is really, really good. They have free wi-fi. I ate a quiche which was really weird combination of veggies which did not taste just right but heck I ate it anyway.
Minus one star cause the service was kinda iffy. The woman behind the counter was just not the friendliest. -
Review from Christopher T.
Phoenix, AZ
12/30/2010 1 Check-in Here
This visit resulted in a mixed bag.
The Highlights: Chocolate scone was very good.
The Lowlights: The drink I got was good, too bad it was not what I ordered. Would have corrected it, but it took about 15 minutes to get it in the first place. Can't really figure out why, because despite the place being totally full, there were no orders ahead of ours.
Yea, I would go back. -
Review from Deanne D.
Phoenix, AZ
11/29/2011
I love Lola Coffee. I have been going there pretty much for the past 2 years or so. 99.9% of the time the coffee is amazing and you are in and out (if you are in a rush) relatively quickly. The art work on the walls is always great to look at while you wait. And the pastries are yummy! I recommend the iced coffee with a little 1/2 and 1/2 and some agave sweetener.
