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Press Coffee - CLOSED
Category: Food Coffee & Tea Coffee & Tea [Edit]
5410 E High StSte 115
Phoenix, AZ 85054
(480) 419-6221
- Price Range:
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- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
62 reviews for Press Coffee
Review Highlights
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"Another bonus is they are super dog friendly." In 5 reviews -
"Looking for a good non-Starbucks coffee to start your day." In 11 reviews -
"I think their chai tea rivaled my favorite in NYC." In 9 reviews
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62 reviews in English
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Review from Janet D.
Phoenix, AZ
1/16/2012 15 Check-ins Here
This is a hidden gem of a coffee place at City North.
They have great coffee and a very good selection of beans.
If you like the milky lattes and mochas this place has these also.
The mocha was not quite as sweet as I would have liked but it was still a very good brew. -
Review from Justin v.
Phoenix, AZ
My review was also sad, I miss this location :(
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5/2/2012
Perhaps the best coffee in Phx, thank God the left the Scottsdale Quarter location open! I really… Read more »
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Review from Marisa S.
4/29/2012 1 Check-in Here
Another one bites the dust. Too bad, this was one of the only excuses to stop by City North. I think when they took the couches out, people stopped coming. I came here with a group of girlfriends to finalize our plans for a trip to Las Vegas. They had minimal options since they are closing on Monday.
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Review from Shy A.
1/12/2012 1 Check-in Here
Fantastic! So fantastic that if I lived within walking/driving distance of this place I would probably be here for my morning coffee...mid-day tea...and whatever wildcard drink at night! Phew! The drinks (really any) are yummy, fresh and you can literally taste the care that was taken in choosing the tea leaves and coffee beans. I LOVE that there are UNLIMITED refills on their ice tea and they include some simple syrup at the bar so that you can sweeten it as you like! The service was outstanding-warm and with a sincere smile!
Listed in: 5 Star Joints are all the…
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Review from James S.
Phoenix, AZ
10/29/2011
Okay, I gave them four stars on my last review, but I simply can't do it again. It's five-star coffee, through and through.
After sampling their location at Kierland I decided to drive 14 miles and have coffee at their location up north. I asked what they had in a light to medium roast, and I swear she brought ten bags of coffee for me to sniff. They roast all of it, and not one bag had even the slightest burnt smell, but overwhelmed me with complex aromas. Nothing else in Phoenix can compare.
I have now cleaned out our casita and am ready to open up a clandestine and illegal coffee speakeasy in central Phoenix.Comment from Steve K. of Press Coffee 11/30/2011
James!!! Your descriptions are second to none!!! Thanks!!!! More » -
Review from Karri G.
Scottsdale, AZ
Updated - 11/11/2010
I have not returned yet (although I expect to soon as I have a planned event at Press next week), but I think it is fair to share that the Owner contacted me regarding my review. He was, of course, in his words, "disturbed...All I can say is I apologize for your experience and only ask that you give us a second try if you are in the area."
That is good reputation management, and appreciated by me!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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11/6/2010
The atmosphere is nice: clean, modern, spacious.
I never had the coffee. I had to wait in line too… Read more »
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Review from Erika D.
Phoenix, AZ
11/7/2010
Press Coffee isn't bad. I've been on two separate occasions, maybe a couple of months apart. I will probably go back, unless I find a coffeeshop that serves food a bit closer to home (it's maybe a 10 minute drive for me, using the freeways).
As I typically order mochas at every coffeeshop I frequent (since I don't have a 5,000 dollar machine at home), most of my reviews for coffee tend to be espresso-milk based. I don't want to say that their coffee is bad, since I don't drink drip (I can make decent drip at home, after all), but if I'm going to pay 4-5 dollars for an espresso drink, it better be good. Press mochas are drinkable, but they're largely underwhelming. If I can make a better mocha, I'm not impressed.
And if the mochas aren't good, it's a good bet that neither are the lattes or cappuccinos. It's all about how the milk is steamed-- if it's not steamed correctly, the milk tends to be too watery with little body (and natural sweetness), which leads to a crappily made drink. At $4 plus $1 tip, it's really too much money to spend on a so-so beverage. As for the Toddy drinks, buy a $30 Toddy system on Amazon and make it at home-- you can make it the way you like it and not be disappointed. The process is easy and you'll quickly make back what you spend on the machine instead of paying for it at coffeeshops.
Since I've been twice, that means I've had at least two different baristas which leads me to believe that either their baristas aren't trained very well or I just happened to get the two crappy baristas. Granted, it's not solely a coffeeshop so they have other venues to excel (great wine, great food), but as it's one of the main focus, I feel like they should pay better attention to it and train their baristas to make decent espresso drinks, consistently (unless they start charging less for it, which is unlikely).
Especially since their food isn't that great. The first time I had the pazzini panini which was way too oily- I had to force myself to eat it since I was already hungry from the 20 minutes I waited outside to be served (my dog was with me and I hate leaving her by herself--then figured out that they don't wait on tables). I also hate rosemary. Out of their 10 sandwich choices, 5 are on rosemary flatbread. That's creative. The second time I had the breakfast burrito which was alright. Nothing to write home about, especially since I, once again, probably could've made it better at home.
The two times I went, the umbrellas weren't open which I don't get. This is Arizona--it's sunny almost all of the time and baking under the sun isn't especially comfortable (maybe they leave it unopened so people won't linger? I know I didn't). The second time, it was fine for the people on the half of the patio that was covered in shade because of the buildings but since I had my dog and they had theirs, I didn't want to stay on that half of the patio in case the dogs got in a scuffle. The point is, if you have umbrellas, open it when the shift starts, else why have it? So the customers can stare at it and think about how hot they are?
On the plus side, the people who work there are pretty friendly. Especially if you have dogs. Not friendly enough to provide water bowls or treats for the dogs, or provide outside service when they can clearly see you're by yourself with your dog, but friendly enough to say hi and pet the dog. Oh, and of course the main reason I go there-- dog-friendly. I really need to find more outside patios that allow dogs. I don't mind spending money but I do mind spending money on mediocre businesses.
I hope Press improves because I do like the ambiance. Also, because it seems to be in a pretty dead area (bit creepy walking around CityNorth on a late Sunday morning; it's like a ghost town), it would behoove the business to make the experience as good as possible for their customers; otherwise I wouldn't be surprised if they closed the location. Oh yeah, the owner needs to check his attitude when he replies to Yelp reviewers-- the customers aren't always right but in the customer service-retail world, customers will make or break your business. Acting more like a professional wouldn't hurt. -
Review from S C.
Phoenix, AZ
2/25/2012
This is a great little place, friendly staff, great food and they have a dog friendly patio. Love to go there on Sunday mornings with my paper, my pooch and my hubby. The coffee is great and the teas are even better - the blueberry is outstanding.
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Review from Gabi M.
2/17/2009 1 Check-in Here
Yelpers bombarded Press today for our February Yelp Office Hours, and I am happy to report that Press took amazing care of us!
I'd heard good things about Press prior to my visit today; hence one of the reasons for planning office hours at this particular location. Plus, it was time to do something in the North Phoenix area. Press did not disappoint!
I had an iced tea and a veggie flatbread sandwich. The sandwich was ok - it was served with mixed greens. I would go more for the beverages and snacks than the food itself... and the atmosphere of course. I like that they serve Diet Coke and other beverages to choose from since not everyone is into coffee and tea. The service was attentive and friendly, we had a large communal table, free wifi, and clean bathrooms to boot. Oh, and outside seating. What more can you ask for?!
Thanks Carrie and Brian (the managers) for taking such good care of our group today... I know I'll be back again soon. (Even if I have to drive a few extra miles).Listed in: Coffee, Tea, & Me!
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Review from Erin G.
Fairfax, VA
2/17/2009
What a nice experience for my first time up in North Phoenix. Janelle H pointed out that City North may be negatively impacted by the depressed economy in searching for leasees for this new shopping center, but I have to say that the concept is charming and makes me want to stroll up and down High Street, possibly with a parasol.
Uh anyway, PCFW is also a charming little coffee shop that utilizes its space well and feels at once airy and cozy. The huge table at the back seems tailor-made for Yelp gatherings and I got to meet some great yelpers, sip coffee, eat a cupcake and get a super secret ceviche tip that I will cherish forever. I ordered a regular old coffee, because anyone can fancy up coffee drinks with syrups, foams and loads of milk, but the test of a coffee shop should be its pure unadulterated drip/press. I went for a half-decaf and thought the taste was still rich and not at all bitter (which happens when the machines aren't cleaned, yuck!). I also didn't vibrate home so it wasn't overly steeped and I very much appreciated that.
PCFW had a tasty-looking menu, namely the red pepper and smoked gouda soup and in the bakery case, a slice of chocolate cake that looked like pure fudge. I would go back for both items...but I didn't order either because Sarah G bewitched me with carrot cake cupcakes.
The outdoor seating is made that much more pleasant because of the corner unit location as you don't have to wave away exhaust fumes whilst enjoying friends and a good coffee. -
Review from Jeremy O.
Gilbert, AZ
1/11/2009
I spend the better part of two hours at Press yesterday in CityCenter at CityNorth. This is an awesome, locally owned coffee and wine joint. When I pulled into CityCenter on Saturday morning, it was pretty quiet as I drove through the still under development shopping center. I easily found a parking spot just outside Press and headed inside.
I was immediately greeted by two different employees with big smiles and "How are you this morning!?". Good first impression. The space is casually upscale and feels very comfortable with couches up front, a long laptop bar along the side and a large group table in the back. The patio outside is awesome as well and "pet friendly". One of the employees told me they are planning a Doggy Dinner in a couple weeks out the patio and that they already have sold out. Pretty unique and neighborhood friendly idea.
I ordered a small Americano which was served right up and headed outside to sit on the patio and enjoy the sun. Free wi-fi is provided (90 minutes with a code provided at purchase) and I enjoyed surfing around while soaking up the beautiful morning. The place was lively the entire time I was there with families, couples, and a few dogs out of the patio. Good vibe.
I decided to try out the Chai that I had read about in Marc's review and it was really great. I also ordered the Club Panini which was served with some chips and a sweet pickle. Great sandwich. Simple, clean, perfect Saturday afternoon Bistro food.
I didn't sample any of the wine but I did talk to the owner Steve for a while about the evenings and it sounds like they have a real passion for wine and the wine bar experience. If it is as good as the coffee/morning experience, it must be great. I need to plan a trip back to enjoy a few glasses soon.
Press is a great addition to the local coffee/wine scene. If I lived closer by, this would be my hangout for sure. -
Review from Marc N.
Scottsdale, AZ
1/9/2009
Chai is alive and well, and living at City Center at City North.
I had been dating a gal name Starbucks for the past few years. She was a plain gal, generic if you will. She was dependable and available. I was feeling as if i needed more out of my relationship, as you can imagine.
So, at times, I would cheat on my gal with another gal named Coffee Bean. Coffee Bean was Kosher and a bit edgier, yet had a leaner list of qualities.
I needed more out of my relationships. They say that when you're not looking for someone new, they appear. Well, that was the case with my new crush named Press.
I had been to High Street for dinner Kona Grill, yet most of the other shops and restaurants were closed or not yet open for business at the time.
I ventured back during daytime hours to give them another opportunity. I had heard about Press, so I was more than excited to give it a go. At this point I was still making caffeine a part of my diet, so i ordered something called a "Dirty Chai." This was a Chai with espresso shots. Press uses a powdered Chai which, in my opinion, works better than the liquid or tea bag forms. I was also given the option to have my frothy delight in a ceramic cup. I opted for that. I felt like i was having the type of coffee house experience I had only just imagined.
Press occupies a well appointed space, too. From the wood and granite, to the stained concrete floors, I felt as if i were in a European city, not a Phoenix strip mall. The free wi-fi is a major plus, in my opinion.
Press goes as far as to have a "dog friendly" cart outside, in its ample outdoor seating area.
I spoke with Steve, the owner of Press, at length. In talking, I asked how Press came to be, and he said that his wife had wanted to open a coffee shop one day. Well Steve, you have certainly exceeded her expectations, as well as the residents of the Greater Phoenix area.
By the way, Press serves sandwiches and soups, as well as an extensive list of wines.
Check it out, the staff will make you feel at home, or like you're on vacation in the cozy European city of your choice. -
Review from Paul K.
Phoenix, AZ
12/15/2008
City North is finally complete and it comes with its very own coffee shop. For having been open a month or so the place has a dozen or so patrons milling around at all hours of the day. I stopped by because I was tired of going to Starbucks and I've been coming here to work and enjoy hot beverages ever since. WIFI is free for patrons but the crowd is more upscale than techy.
What do they serve you ask? Everything coffee, tea, chocolate, imported beer and wine. Plus a great lunch menu of fresh sandwiches and salads that could pass for a decent meal at a gourmet bistro. The coffee tastes great, not burned or excessively sweet. You even get to drink it out of those cool San Francisco style over sized mugs. The wine selection is around 30 different light and dark bottles between $5 and $16 a glass. Check out their periodic wine tastings.
Food and drink aside any good cafe needs good atmosphere, and this one blows everything I've seen out of the water. I genuinely want to be here at all times of the day. Located on a quiet corner of the shops the large windows open during warm days onto a shaded terrace. Facing the windows is a great granite bar with tall stools for sipping lattes and working on your Mac laptop. Great for people watching. Towards the back is a large oak table for group meetings while the front of the shop has a comfortable leather couch for relaxing. The whole space is well lit by soft light thats easy to read by but elicits the best cafe atmosphere. Evening include candle light, has to be seen to get the full effect. The music playing in the background is very good and the staff is absolutely amazing.
I've been here three times and already I'm on a first name basis with a few of the employees. They're informed, helpful, and eager to make sure you have the best experience possible. Its like this place has been a local spot for years.
So if you live in the north valley, skip Desert Ridge, forget Starbucks, and head straight to Press at City North. Plus theres a Kona Grill within walking distance so you can spend all day here then go out for the evening.
I reserve my limited review time for places that absolutely positively rock, this is not an exception.Listed in: My Neighborhood
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Review from Kenny B.
Snellville, GA
6/3/2009
Not that I can add anything more to what has already been said, but this place rocks. High caliber people running the show and working there. Always great stuff coming from the kitchen and the coffee pots. I have never had anything bad here. It is added bonus that these people are the bright spot in a City North that desperately needed something good to overshadow the lame (especially across the street).
Their special events are a must. I must note that I have never been to an event there, but given that everything these peeps touch glosses over with gold, I believe my fellow yelpers are raving about. Kudos to you Press. I love you. -
Review from Sarah L.
11/2/2009
I know the name of this place is "Press Coffee Food Wine", but I just like to say "Press Coffee Wine" because I come here for coffee and wine most of the time. Typically the food is an afterthought... and lucky for me it's a delicious one!
But there is one thing that stands out.
Coffee. Coffee. Coffee.
It stands out so much, I drive from Tempe to get Press.
We live in a world of relativity so it seems only natural I have to mention Lux. Yes Lux is closer and I do like Lux. However, Lux makes me feel AND ACT like a crack addict after I've had their coffee. Forget getting any work done, I need to run a million miles afterward.
Press on the other hand? Their coffee is like... smooth jazz. Try the regular latte with whole milk. No sugar. No syrup. Just pure fabulous gloriousness.
You'll quickly realize that coffee is truly an artform at Press.Listed in: Places I Couldn't Live Without
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Review from Elizabeth A.
Phoenix, AZ
4/21/2009
What a treat to have Press within walking distance of my house!! After walking by a few times and from the Yelp reviews, I convinced the BF that we should skip Sbucks for a day and give it a try!
I am so glad we did as it is as great as described by the other Yelpers! All the staff is extremely helpful, nice and overall, super pleasant! The chai tea (both hot and iced) is probably the best I have had in P-town! The BF really likes their regular lattes as well, but he would tell you to ask for it extra hot if you like hot lattes! (Cool shapes with the milk too!)
They carry a great assortment of wines, including the bottle I just drank at Razz's a couple weeks ago, which is really hard to find. They also do a lot of events (BBQ's, dog events etc) that seem like fun and I can tell there is already a 'local' group that hangs out there on the weekend mornings.
Another bonus is they are super dog friendly! Bernie will definitely enjoy some time there on the patio (at least when it cools off!)
Can't wait for my next latte!! -
Review from Ambrosia M.
Phoenix, AZ
1/8/2011
Okay, as much as I love Starbucks Coffee. . . This gives them a run for their money for sure!
The interior decor is nice, very relaxing. The baristas were friendly and what I enjoyed most is the fact that once your drink or food is ready, they don't just scream your name out at the bar, they actually walk it over to you.. whether you're sitting outside or inside! Amazing. I wish there was one closer to home, but It was worth the drive
Truly the way coffee is suppose to taste -
Review from Kelley p.
Houston, TX
12/31/2008
Thought I would stop by here for lunch. I'm not sure if it's because it's New Years Eve or what but pretty much the whole City North area was dead. It gave me a weird vibe....but my good soup was worthy of the ghost town atmosphere.
In my opinion, Press can definitely replace Starbucks at all these Scottsdale/Phoenix shopping/dining/living areas. Plus they actually have a lunch menu that is worthy of sampling, so I was psyched!
They had 2 great soups....I had the roasted red pepper and gouda bisque. The gouda totally calmed the red peppery-ness down, yummy! They had a great selection of not your average sandwich- sandwiches. Naturally I had to have "their" version of the grilled cheese. I being the grilled cheese connoisseur, was not that impressed. It was served on a rosemary flat bread that also had a layer of bread between the cheeses. I could do with out that extra layer. Maybe more cheese instead of the bread layer.
I will come back just to try another of their soups, have some wine and sit in the sun and Yelp on my laptop. Hopefully next time there will be more people around so I don't get that weird ghost town vibe. -
Review from Albert H.
Scottsdale, AZ
5/9/2009 1 photo
Excellent doppio and drip coffee this morning at Press Coffee, though the naughty side of me wanted a pint of Tripel Karmeliet, Lindeman's Framboise Lambic, New Belgium Mothership Witbier, or Great Divide Pale Ale. Cafe light breakfasts were served to some patrons, and most observations I had were of little English muffin egg sandwiches with assorted toppings inside.
Coffee is the main focus here, at least by decor and by what most people were drinking this morning, and you can't resist noticing the craft beer taps as you enter the place.
Not terribly busy as this place hasn't fully been discovered, or really becacuse this area isn't fully developed yet. Enjoy it while you can. -
Review from clifford w.
Phoenix, AZ
11/7/2009
A friend of mine recommended I check out this coffee shop so I decided to swing by on a lazy Friday afternoon. I like the layout, the location, the interior and you really feel welcome at this coffee shop. Awesome!
I perused the menu and picked out a chai tea. It came out beautifully frothy and smooth. As I was checking out the artwork on the walls (which are for sale btw) and the huge table in the back area of the shop (which I want for my next house), I noticed some distinct names on the wines. The names? Kungfu Girl on one bottle and Bitch on another. Haha! I picked up one of each to add to the wine rack and was pleasantly surprised later to hear from friends that the two bottles were quite tasty. :) Sweet. -
Review from Terry E.
Scottsdale, AZ
2/1/2010
It's an okay place to spend a Sunday morning, but I wouldn't go out of my way. I wonder if I got a bad batch of coffee, because even this strong coffee lover thought it was waaaay too strong. Nearly emptied out their skim before it got to a drinkable strength, and by then it was cold. The "fresh baked" muffins were very good, but they would only put one muffin of each flavor at a time in the display case, which made them look pitiful and not so fresh.
On the positive side, the staff was friendly and efficient. The place was clean and nice and sunny, with coffee house decor you'd expect. Don't know what they put in their water, but the other customers were all really attractive. Hope some rubbed off. -
Review from Andrew K.
Updated - 2/17/2009
I got a chance to try the coffee here, and I was very pleased. Great, smooth flavor, lovely latte art, and friendly service. They need a trash can within view of the patio, though. I don't know if I was just really confused or what, but I completely missed it if there is one. I had to walk all the way back inside to throw a few pieces of trash away.
This is a great place, now I just have to check out the alcohol options!Listed in: Go here, do this., CityNorth
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1/23/2009
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Great place. Really really cool inside. I was just struck… Read more »
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Review from Dana G.
Scottsdale, AZ
8/23/2009
I would love to keep this short and to the point. Press is amazing! Such a unique concept of Coffee meets Wine with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere! I tend to go every Sunday morning to read the paper, a drink and some good. Try the Iced Toddy, which is their version of Iced Coffee and is specially brewed to not be watered down. This drink makes Starbucks taste like water, and ever since, I can not bring myself to go back to Starbucks (not that their coffee was good anyway).
The staff is so friendly- after going just a few short times, they know your name and what you like to eat and drink.
Try the Steal-cut Oatmeal or Breakfast Burritos!
You will absolutely fall in love with Press... and it's dog friendly too! Woof! -
Review from Angella H.
Phoenix, AZ
5/19/2009
Hands down the best coffee shop in Scottsdale! I can easily spend my entire afternoon here. This place has wonderful coffee, my favorite being the Toddy, a cold brewed coffee that is 67% less acidic than a regular coffee and has more caffeine to boot!
The staff is incredibly friendly, and the owner, Steve is always there making the place welcoming and fun. The walls are decorated with artwork from local artists for sale, and they offer "doggie dine-in's" periodically on the patio. Fun and relaxing, I would recommend this place to everyone! -
Review from Steven G.
Denver, CO
2/23/2009 7 photos
Steve and the gang at PCFW are outstanding - free wifi, an endless cup o' coffee and you have the makings of an awesome experience in City North.
I've taken to driving past the SB's (I pass three of them on the way) and scheduling all my N. Phx meetings there. -
Review from John S.
Scottsdale, AZ
Best coffee shop in scottsdale.
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Review from Jacque B.
Denver, CO
5/14/2010
AMAZING coffee (no bitter, over-roasted coffee here)!!!
Devoted owner.
Adorable setting.
Fantastic food (little bit $$)
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Review from Brett B.
Scottsdale, AZ
8/2/2009
Finally a great Espresso & coffee house in N Scottsdale. Press is located in the new City North shopping district, which (sadly) is facing some very tough economic times with anchor stores Nordstrom and Bloomingdales backing out of the project.
This gem of a coffee house takes their start product seriously, and the dopio Espresso shots that I have had here over the past 4 months have been consistent and flavorful, with good complexity and multiple layers of crema.
The staff is friendly and well trained. I have never tried their sandwiches or nice selection of salads but I hear they are quite good. Prices are moderate and quite fair considering the above average quality and upscale location.
Parking in City North in front of Press is generally never an issue during the day as businesses in City North are pretty much deader than a door-nail.
I highly recommend Press for anyone seeking genuine espresso and a positive experience. -
Review from Melissa H.
Phoenix, AZ
4/10/2009
I finally checked out Press for the first time last night and was very impressed. The staff was incredibly helpful, the store was laid out well, service was quick, and the patio is a nice hangout.
The staff told my friend that they have the best latte in town. I am a latte freak, so I bit and decided to try it out. Not only was the latte amazing, but they also spent an extra few minutes explaining the latte-making process and then attempted to make some cool shapes with the milk. AWESOME.
I am so, so glad to see a decent coffee place on this side of town. They have a great product and it's great people watching out on the patio. I definitely want to go back with friends and have a glass of wine. Now, if they would only stay open later than 9... -
Review from Aaron P.
Phoenix, AZ
10/24/2009 2 Check-ins Here
Lattes, Mochas and the MOCHA MALT they have in the summer - OMG.
The staff and the food is AWESOME as well. One of the best coffee shops in town, hands down. -
Review from Nate S.
Scottsdale, AZ
12/16/2009
Today was the second visit for me to Press Coffee in the new City North Shopping center. By far best coffee I have had in town. I must admit I'm a frequent visitor to Starbucks because there are about 3 within 2 miles of my house, however if you are looking for a quality cup of coffee....Press is your place.
I'm a big fan of supporting the local coffee shop and hope you will too. Even if it is a little out of the way for you it will be worth it for your morning or even afternoon coffee fix. I haven't tried the food yet but from what I saw they have some mighty fine looking homemade sandwiches and pastries. They also sell wine by the bottle if your day is calling for that kinda fix.
So support the local mom and pop shops and give Press Coffee a shot. Oh, and by the way, my soy cappuccino was $.10 cheaper than Starbucks. Start saving today! -
Review from Danielle S.
Scottsdale, AZ
4/22/2010
Press Coffee is a great Sat/Sun morning stop. My boyfriend and I had a lazy day several weeks ago and stopped in. I had a chai latte and he had a smoothie for our "breakfast". Both were very good! I love a good chai latte and it is difficult to find a place the serves the right blend of spicy and sweet (most are made way too sweet for my taste). I think their chai tea rivaled my favorite in NYC. Then it was on to the "lunch" portion (hey, I said it was a lazy day). We each ordered sandwiches which were both tasty.
They have an outdoor patio and the windows are open for nice weather. I love having a local coffee shop nearby to support! -
Review from Travis N.
Phoenix, AZ
10/5/2010
SUPER coffee! This is my favorite coffee shop in the U.S. The mocha in a large glass mug is my favorite. The coffee is selected with high quality in mind. They always do a cool design on the top of the mocha. Press has friendly staff and great service. The indoor - outdoor open air atmosphere is what a coffee hangout should be.
They have free Internet and a large conference table to accommodate 8 people for small company meeting.
The food is always fresh and tastes good. I had the camel apple muffin today. Yum! -
Review from gretchen s.
Los Angeles, CA
3/16/2010 1 Check-in Here
Just met a friend there yesterday to catch up. We both enjoy loose teas, so opted for Press instead of Starbucks. Press has a decent selection of loose teas (not the best I've seen, but they are not a tea house). We also picked the place since it's bright and airy and they have a huge patio, so I could bring my dog without a problem. As a dog owner, lover, I give them props for having some bowls out so our canine companions also can enjoy a drink.
I am not a huge fan of the food. It's OK. Some stuff like the wraps are really good, others like a grab and go pasta salad I tried once is disgusting - overcooked and drowning in some pre-made dressing. Yuck.
But the coffees and teas are great and I very often skip the Starbucks right next door to drive to Press for something really delicious. -
Review from Stephanie S.
Scottsdale, AZ
Updated - 7/28/2009
I finally came back to Press and feel comfortable giving a 5-star rating after sampling more of the offerings. I met a friend for lunch and she immediately commented that it's a very cute place.
We both had sandwiches served on rosemary focaccia. Sometimes sandwiches can feel a bit too carb-heavy but their focaccia is nice and thin so it's just right. The sandwiches come with chips but you can get a small salad instead, which I did. The balsamic dressing was quite yummy.
We both noted that the music is pretty solid here. The volume was low but I managed to catch some Snow Patrol in there. I couldn't leave without a cup of their delicious chai with skim milk, and once again it just made my day.
Business seemed a bit slow there, so be sure to stop in and keep this great little Starbucks-alternative in business!!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/17/2009
Really cute little coffee shop/cafe at City North. It's small but they have several seating options… Read more »
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Review from Nicole W.
Louisville, KY
1/1/2010
I can't say much that others haven't. The wine and coffee bar combo is genius. Lots of local hanging out on Sunday afternoons.
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Review from Peggy T.
Saratoga, CA
3/7/2010
This is the bf and my "spot" every Saturday morning when I'm in town. We roll out of bed, take a 10 minute drive, order our respective drinks and/or snacks, and sit in the outside patio.
It's extremely peaceful and when it's sunny, it's even better. I can't complain! It's quality coffee and quality time =] -
Review from Adam N.
Bloomington, IN
8/2/2010
My wife and I just happened to be rolling through town, and are so pleased to have found Press Coffee!
Well crafted espresso drinks, delicious panini, and dog-friendly to boot!!! My wife, our dog and I enjoyed a lovely respite. Yummy!!! -
Review from Bryan B.
Phoenix, AZ
6/29/2009
More like 3.5 stars...
We went here one mid-week morning about a week ago. I had read the reviews and looked at the menu online and thought this place would be right up my alley.
First thought when we drove down High Street? Plenty of good parking spots still available! Actually, there was a parking lot on the north side that I was unaware of that had some cars, but the only people in Press was a quartet of PHX police officers. I wanted to try one of their breakfast sandwiches but was disappointed in the lack of non-pork meat offerings on the sandwiches. Would have been great if the server had asked if would like a sandwich w/ no meat for a discount, but he didn't. Guess I could have asked... Instead I got a chocolate chip muffin. It was fine (nice touch that I had the option of them warming it up so the chocolate was nice and melty). The coffee was just okay, nothing special but nothing wrong with it.
We ate outside, as their patio is shaded from the sun at the time we were there. I enjoyed the patio (and the interior as well). Very nice atmosphere. I'm sure this will be a great place to go if (when?) CityNorth ever really gets going. I was pleasantly surprised to see that there was a slow (but steady) stream of employees coming to some of the offices located there.
I will probably go back, either for a late night coffee, or maybe even a lunch as they had some interesting things on the menu. 3.5 stars rounded down to 3. -
Review from Frank G.
Scottsdale, AZ
5/17/2011
Since moving into my office at CityNorth, I've become a regular at this place. There is no better coffee and the food is fantastic. I typically order an Americano and the Cactus Club Panini (turkey, avocado, bacon, spring mix, tomato with chipotle pesto)... The atmosphere is very cool and laid back. They have a large patio that's great when the weather is nice. Great place for a business lunch if you're not too pressed for time (sorry about the play on words, couldn't resist). I enjoy meeting my wife there for lunch when we can, too. The service is very nice, but it's typically a bit slow. They also serve beer and wine, but I haven't tried a happy hour there yet. Give it a try -- you'll be glad you did.
