The Coffee Builders: A coffee shop with a twist

Known for its creative food and unique coffee drinks, The Coffee Builders prides itself on its experimentation with popular flavors and dishes.

The mildly eclectic selection of food and drinks is something owner Thomas Porter had a vision for, with his “testaurant” format that allows him to bring bold new ideas to the coffee shop scene.

“What I really wanted to do at this shop was take coffee to another level,” Porter said. “If you come here, you are going to experience something different.”

The crafted specialty drinks bring a twist to conventional coffee with items such as their lattes, with unique flavors like cabernet or black truffle. The restaurant also boasts a selection of teas and sweet drinks that are great alternatives for non-coffee drinkers.

The food items complement the coffee perfectly, with one of their most popular items being their open-faced sandwich called Smørrebrød, a Danish-style bread that is artistic. The restaurant also has a wide gluten-free selection.

“Check, Please! Arizona” guests enjoyed the gluten-free waffles, with a base made in-store, and sampled the Smørrebrød sandwiches alongside their drinks.

“I just love the atmosphere of the place,” Guest Ryan Johnson said, noting the calming and quiet environment of the artfully designed restaurant.

Guest Veila Aguirre’s pro tip is to check out the fun events the restaurant hosts, from chess tournaments to yo-yo classes.

Our show “Check, Please! Arizona” has featured restaurants across the state, and we wanted to give you the opportunity to see firsthand where these local eateries are located!

View the Google Earth map here and get an idea of where your next outing can be, from Sedona to Buckeye. The map is free to view either on your web browser or through the Google Earth app on mobile.

Using our interactive map, you can view the addresses and information of each restaurant, and browse through options in your area. The map is color-coded by area, and it’s easy to view information about a restaurant by clicking on its marker.

Make sure to bookmark the map so you can come back to it whenever you’re in need of a new local restaurant, and if you view it on the mobile app it will stay saved for easy access!