Best Study Spots in Downtown Tempe
Categories FOOD & DRINK THINGS TO DO STUDENT LIFE
Let’s be real, sometimes you just need to get out of the house to actually get stuff done. Whether you’re catching up on emails, knocking out a few hours of focused work, studying for an upcoming exam, or meeting up for a group work session, Downtown Tempe has plenty of spots to settle in and be productive.
Here’s our roundup of 6 laptop-friendly cafes, lounges, and everyday study and work spots in Downtown Tempe that check all the boxes: a comfortable atmosphere for solo or group work, places to plug in and recharge, and plenty of coffee, snacks, and good food to keep you going.
So when staring at the same four walls isn’t cutting it, grab your laptop, change up your scenery, and get to work in #DowntownTempe.
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1 Laymoon Cafe 616 S Forest Ave Tempe, AZ 85281 This authentic Palestinian-Syrian inspired community cafe pairs a welcoming atmosphere with specialty coffee, matcha, pastries, and light bites—everything you need to settle in and stay productive for a while. |
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2 GoGo Avocado 707 S Farmer Ave Tempe, AZ 85281 Sometimes you just need brain food, and Go Go Avocado delivers. Everything is thoughtfully sourced from local farmers. Come for the fresh avocado toast, stay for the intentional, focused atmosphere. It's a fantastic spot to review your notes or edit a project while eating something that actually makes you feel good. |
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3 Cafetal Coffee 777 S College Ave, #101 Tempe, AZ 85281 Located near the ASU campus, Cafetal brings specialty coffee directly from their family farm in Colombia. They have amazing home-baked goods and bites to keep your energy up. The space is bright, welcoming, and loaded with outlets, ideal for meeting up with classmates between lectures or knocking out emails. |
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4 Gio's Coffee & Cafe 414 S Mill Ave, 414 Shops Interior Courtyard #111 Tempe, AZ 85281 Mill Avenue can be a lot, but Gio's is a literal hidden oasis tucked inside a brick courtyard away from the chaos. With a shaded patio, and a super quiet vibe, this is the ultimate spot for solo working when you need zero distractions to focus for a few hours. |
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5 Happy Joe Coffee 213 E 7th Street Tempe, AZ 85281 If your work sessions require serious fuel, this is your stop. Happy Joe has a great menu featuring everything from cold brews to pizza on Fridays. Grab a table with your group, plug in your laptops, and order a pizza while you crush that presentation. |
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6 Original Chop Shop 222 E University Dr Tempe, AZ 85281 You’re going to want to check out ChopShop’s patio, which is perfect for group study sessions and brainstorming. |