Cyclelogical Coffee — Restaurant in Arizona

Responding to the owner about my review: Thank you for your response, but I found it a bit unclear and it didn’t fully address my main concern about the quality of your drinks, which don’t seem to be as good as they used to be. I also have some questions about your organic oat milk. I noticed it contains natural flavors, which one natural flavor can include up to 100 different ingredients, and sunflower oil, which is highly processed and may not align with a non-toxic product that you’re speaking of. For comparison, brands like MALK organic oat milk use simpler ingredients without stabilizers and oils. So I’d love to hear more about your ingredient choices and how you’re working to maintain the quality of your drinks. Thank you for taking the time to clarify!

Original review: Cyclelogical Coffee used to be the heart and soul of our small town’s coffee scene. When it was at its original location, it was hands-down the best coffee shop around. I started coming here years ago, back when the owner was there every day, pouring his passion into every cup. We bonded over our love for a good brew, swapping stories about the best coffee shops down in the valley. Those conversations over steaming cups of perfectly crafted coffee made this place feel like home. But things changed when Cyclelogical moved to its new location and the owner stopped working there consistently. The quality of the coffee started to slip. It was subtle at first, but as an everyday customer, I noticed. They even began roasting their own organic, high-quality beans, which should’ve elevated the experience. Instead, they started cutting corners with cheap ingredients like Kirkland brand oat milk—watery and grainy at best—or worse, Great Value milks and creamers, the lowest quality you can get. It’s heartbreaking to see a place that once prided itself on excellence compromise like this. For years, I’ve been a loyal customer, ordering the same drink every day. But now, that drink tastes different every time I go in. The inconsistency is maddening—one day it’s decent, the next it’s flat or overly sweet, like the baristas aren’t trained to the same standard. It’s sad to say, but my home coffee, made with care and quality ingredients, tastes better than what I’m getting at Cyclelogical these days. That’s not something I ever thought I’d say about a place I’ve loved for so long. I’m the kind of person who buys coffee daily and recommends Cyclelogical to everyone in town. I’ve sung their praises for years, but I can’t keep supporting them when the quality has fallen this far. It’s not just about a cup of coffee—it’s about the experience, the consistency, and the care that used to define this place. I truly care about Cyclelogical, and it breaks my heart to see it lose its spark. I’m writing this review in the hope that it’ll encourage the owners to make some changes. Please, go back to using high-quality milks and creamers, invest in retaining and training baristas to ensure consistency, and bring back the focus on crafting the best cup of coffee on the mountain. You have the potential to reclaim your spot as the best in our small town. Until then, I’ll have to take my daily coffee ritual elsewhere, but I’m rooting for you to turn things around and make Cyclelogical the gem...

I recently discovered Cycological Coffee and have been blown away by the quality of their drinks and the overall atmosphere of the shop. The baristas are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, always happy to make recommendations or customize a drink to my liking.

I'm a huge fan of their Americanos - the coffee is rich and full-bodied, and the proportions are always spot-on. They also have a great selection of pastries, which are always fresh and delicious. The espresso drinks are top-notch as well - I particularly love the crema on their lattes.

But it's not just the coffee that keeps me coming back to Cycological Coffee. The ambiance of the shop is just so inviting and relaxing. The decor is stylish and modern, and the seating is comfortable and spacious. I love that they have a mix of tables, sofas, and bar seating, which makes it easy to find a spot that works for me.

One of the things I appreciate most about Cycological Coffee is the ample space to work remotely. I often come here to get some work done and find it to be the perfect balance of productivity and relaxation. The pine trees and greenery outside the windows create a serene and peaceful atmosphere, and I find it much easier to focus here than in a crowded, noisy coffee shop.

Overall, I can't recommend Cycological Coffee enough. The coffee, pastries, and espresso drinks are all top-notch, and the atmosphere is just unbeatable. If you're looking for a great place to work remotely, relax with a coffee, or catch up with friends, Cycological Coffee is definitely...

Awesome unique atmosphere! Definitely need to visit!

From the street, you would not know it was a coffee shop, I would recommend changing the sign to say Cyclelogical Coffee instead of just Cyclelogical.

Also, the Americano was not made properly.

In response to the owners question I'm not sure how to respond to the comment so I'll just put it on here.

Thanks for asking for clarification! I hope this helps.

Most coffee shops are actually not making an americano when someone orders one - they are making a "long black." The ratio of water to espresso is more than it is in an americano. When you put 2 shots of espresso into an 8 ounce cup and fill it with hot water, you make a long black. When you put 2 shots of espresso into a 6 ounce cup and fill it up with hot water (but not all the way) you make a proper americano. That's why in most coffee shops I go to, I say, "I'll take an americano, but leave it short." Then usually they get the water to coffee ratio right.

Most people probably don't care about this, but I appreciate it when places get this right. I...