Sometimes you just want an excellent cup of coffee. Wouldn't it be great if that wonderful cup of coffee came with live music? Now you don't have to go to a bar to enjoy great jazz and other sounds. Head out to one of these places, order a scrumptious dessert and a cup of cappuccino or an Espresso Macchiato, and enjoy the music.
Coffee Houses Offering Live Music
These coffee houses offer live music, although it might not be every night. Check the Web site for the schedule. If you know of another local area coffee house that features live music, just let me know.
Cave Creek Coffee Company & Wine Purveyors
Cave Creek
From their Web site: "We offer the finest coffees and an inviting environment to provide you the most unique gathering place in the area. We roast all our own coffees and our wines are world-class. We are Arizona's version of "Austin City Limits" bringing national musical entertainment to the high Sonoran Desert."
Fiddler's Dream Coffeehouse
Phoenix
From their Web site: "We offer a smoke-free, alcohol-free, COMPLETELY ACOUSTIC musical environment in a small venue. It's a lot of fun, and we hold an open-stage at the end of most Friday and Saturday shows."
Gold Bar Espresso
Tempe
From their Web site: "Coffee, Jazz & Art, Wireless Internet. Gold Bar Espresso provides
an inviting atmosphere where our guests receive a warm welcome, excellent service and an exceptional product, at a place where strangers become friends and the coffee shop becomes home."
Mama Java's Coffeehouse
Phoenix
From their Web site: "...Mama Java's Coffeehouse employs friendly, knowledgeable baristas that proudly serve up great coffee, espresso drinks, teas, smoothies, and fresh baked goods in a comfortable, inspired atmosphere, right in the heart of Central Phoenix....Mama Java's Coffeehouse features the Arcadia Bluegrass Jam every Sunday, Poetry and Literary readings on Mondays, Open Mic Night every Tuesday and a Jazz Jam once a month on Thursdays, Live original music Friday and Saturday, monthly Art Openings, and Special Event nights with National Touring Acts."
Over Coffee
Surprise
From their Web site: "Over Coffee is an independently owned coffee house....Our focus is to provide the highest quality Fair Trade coffee's from specific regions around the world. We will offer organic shade grown coffees, blended coffees, and single origin coffees. Along with our full line of coffee and Espresso Drinks, our menu will feature the finest teas, delicious smoothies and a superior selection of pastries, bagels and breads. It is our intent for Over Coffee to provide a comfortable atmosphere featuring free wireless internet, unique art from local artists, and live entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings as scheduled."
Sacred Grounds Jazz Coffeehouse
Scottsdale
From their Web site: "Sacred Grounds Jazz Coffeehouse is part of the outreach ministry of Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ. Each Thursday evening from 7:30-9:30 P.M., the very best in professional acoustic jazz is heard. Top local jazz artists and internationally-known jazz musicians are featured in a comfortable, non-smoking friendly setting where the listeners are also treated to gourmet desserts and coffee."
All dates, times, and offerings are subject to change without notice.
