Crema's Take
“Cartel Roasting does solid, high-quality espresso and attracts regulars who swear by the coffee itself, but the 3.8 rating flags real friction: the single-size-only format is genuinely small (smaller than a Starbucks tall), pricing feels steep for the portion, and inventory hiccups like running out of regular coffee during morning rush are recurring complaints. If you're an espresso purist willing to accept minimalist portions and higher prices, it's worth a stop; if you want flexibility, volume, or reliability, this isn't your spot.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →I love Cartel and this compact spot is no different than their other locations. The baristas are always kind and swift in service. The coffee is S-tier, and the baked goods are tasty. I'm not always in the area but when I am I make sure to drop by. Highly recommended.
The coffee wasn’t bad but that’s where the good stops. My wife and I went in for a coffee and tea. The sizes are only one size and it is VERY small. They didn’t have any regular coffee, only decaf. They only had whole milk, no mocha for that option of coffee if you wanted to…
My wife and I really enjoyed our time here. The staff was very nice and accommodating. My cappuccino was great and my wife loved her matcha latte. The seating was very comfortable and relaxing. I highly recommend this coffee shop. I only wish that “Cartel” served soy and/or…
Definitely great coffee. Overpriced? Yes for sure. One size , I get it, however small is not even in the size of Starbucks tall, smaller than that. Most importantly, came with my family at 8.35 am, highly likely we are first people on a Saturday, the guy at the cashier and who…
This was my first time at this Cartel location. Their coffee never disappoints! I loved this space more than expected. It’s close to Target and many other shops, so skip Starbucks and support local. You won’t regret trying their signature crafted drinks.
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