Lauren Cusimano
Cartel Coffee Lab 7124 East Fifth Avenue, Scottsdale
Open daily from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Fifth Avenue location of Cartel Coffee Lab is almost always shaded by the surrounding multistory buildings — which makes it feel like a comforting and tucked-away spot for you to refuel. This spot offers espresso, filter drip, and other coffee creations, plus tea, pastries, and plenty of outlets.
Berdena's 7051 East Fifth Avenue, Suite I, Scottsdale
Berdena's is a cozy specialty coffee shop serving organic and local coffees, pastries, and food (when possible). Think honey lavender latte, cardamom rose, and fresh-squeezed orange juice, plus quick breakfast options like cinnamon toast and smashed avocado toast.