text: The problem with North Tempe is it is dominated by large chain restaurants and Starbucks Steves Espresso breaks the mold and is the boutique coffee shop and lounge I have been looking for They have the best coffee tea and fresh made pastries in all of Tempe It is in an unassuming location and you have probably driven passed it a thousand times and did not even know it was there Make a point to stop by and I promise you will not be disappointed My favorite is a Mocha with Almond Milk no whip and a Chocolate Chip Cookie So good