Top 3 Independent Coffee Shops in Tucson Arizona

If you're like me and need that buzz from coffee to wake you up in the morning, or as a mid-afternoon energy re-booster, below are the top 3 independent coffee shops in Tucson Arizona.

LeBuzz Caffe/Espresso is located at 9121 E. Tanque Verde Road, Suite 125 in the Safeway shopping center at the northeast corner. In the shopping center it is attached to Safeway's left side. Many people love this Italian coffee shop and come to it from all over town. Every time I walk past it, it is always packed no matter what time of day I am there. As they drink coffee and/or nosh, people love to sit and relax as they chat with others, or just by themselves. It is also a popular place for bicyclists to meet and relax before and after they go riding. The employees never rush any of their customers to leave. LeBuzz has very comfortable indoor and outdoor seating. Along with selling a variety of coffee blends(caffe), LeBuzz sells pastries, cinnamon rolls, buns, scones, muffins, dessert bars, tarts, streusels, biscotti, cakes, a variety of breads, eggs, pancakes, sandwiches, salads, soups and quiche. They even sell LeBuzz dog bones for $10.00 per bag and all of the proceeds go to the Humane Society of Tucson. You can also special order larger quantities of their items with at least a 3 day notice. They are open from 6:00 A.M.-8:00 P.M. every day. Their telephone number is: 520-749-3903.

Savaya Coffee Market is located at 5350 E. Broadway Blvd., Suite 174 in the William's Center Shopping Plaza at the southwest corner of E. Broadway Blvd. and N. Craycroft Road. Savaya roasts different blends of organic coffee beans from all around the world. As you enjoy their fresh coffee you can also enjoy the beautiful murals that decorate the shop. Taste their delicious coffee then buy a pound of beans to make your own at home. Along with selling coffee, lattes and teas, Savaya also sells coffee machines and everything needed for you to brew your own coffee. They also give coffee classes usually every other Saturday at noon and on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 from 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. they are having their first anniversary class. Their regular hours are Monday-Saturday from 9:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Their telephone number is: 520-747-3200.

Avenue Coffee is located at 2502 N. Campbell Avenue on the corner of Water Street - one block north of Grant Road. As you relax in a spacious, warm and friendly environment with friends and/or family, alone, or with your computer (free Wi-Fi) enjoy a cup of their delicious coffee, espresso, macchiato, latte, cappuccino, mocha or tea. They even sell Italian sodas, smoothies and also shakes made with espresso, ice cream and other delicious ingredients. With your beverage you can also have a fresh Village Bakehouse muffin, cookie, coffee cake, cinnamon roll, dessert bar, crescent, bun, scone, or bagel and more. Be serenaded by live entertainment on some nights too. They are open Monday-Friday from 6:00 A.M.-10:00 P.M. and Saturday & Sunday from 7:00 A.M.-10:00 P.M. Their telephone number is: 520-225-0437.