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.
Lauren Cusimano
Murphy s Law Irish Pub 58 South San Marcos Place, Chandler This Irish bar in downtown Chandler is easy to miss, as it s crammed in with the many shops, restaurants, and other bars surrounding Dr. A.J. Chandler Park. But upon entering the narrow room that is Murphy s Law, you ll know you ve found your next favorite pub. A good mix of Irish and Arizona ales fill the beer menu, and food options include Irish mac and cheese, Murph s Reuben sandwich, and St. Ivan fish tacos. Their mission? To bring the vibrant Dublin pub scene to the east Valley.
O Connor s Pub 2601 West Dunlap Avenue