Cartel Roasting Co.
851 Cady Mall, Tempe, AZ
Crema's Take
“Cartel Roasting Co. earns serious praise for their nutty, well-crafted espresso and welcoming vibe that keeps students and coffee lovers coming back to work for hours. The staff genuinely cares about getting your order right—whether that's nailing the spice balance in a chai or customizing drinks to your taste—though pricing skews on the higher side and consistency seems to vary. This campus-adjacent spot feels like the kind of place where baristas remember you and the coffee tastes noticeably better than chain alternatives.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Incredibly kind and attentive staff. Got a dirty chai and it was nice and spiced :) espresso has a nutty flavor. Great place on campus to fuel up and work.
Chai, tasted like milk. Zero spices in it. And it was $6, for a small cup. They only have one size. Could have gone to Starbucks and paid $6 for a bigger cup. And the croissants are $5 or $6. Expensive.
Cartel brews delicious coffee and I am so happy they are in the campus as well. It is in a very convenient location and has a very fresh touch. I edit my former review with a fresh menu.
Some of the best coffee in Arizona. Super welcoming environment and staff, they make every drink as you like it. There are a few locations in the state, but if you’re in Tempe come check it out!
The beans are good, but it really needs some kind of sweetener. The lady who took my order seemed like she wasn't having a great day, but that's probably not a common occurrence. Overall, it's not bad but for $7.30 for an almondmilk latte idk if I would go here again.
Crema Reviews
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