Roosevelt Row Adds a New Coffee Spot to Downtown Phoenix, Meet “Be + Food + Stuff”

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By: Jessica Danielle Ramirez

Coffee lovers, students, and those just looking for a new spot to kick back can now rejoice. The restaurant scene in Downtown Phoenix has expanded, adding one more eatery to the list to check out. Be+Food+Stuff has been in business for over a month now and offers a variety of delights to all who stop by. From coffee to sandwiches to chocolate or vanilla ice cream, to big and specific cravings, this place has a way to satisfy all cravings.

Located in an artsy building downtown, Be+Food+Stuff is housed in a creative environment filled with other business owners, an art gallery, and is even a spot where photoshoots take place. Just five weeks old, Be Coffee+Food+Stuff has already marked their territory in downtown Phoenix. Troy Watkins and Kyu Utsunomiya are the two who made this new hot spot a success.

“We wanted to add some elements to the neighborhood that weren’t being done already or focused on,” said Watkins.

Morning through evening, stop by for some delicious locally brewed coffee and check out their ‘’sammy’’ menu. Whether you’re craving it at 6:30 a.m. or 4 p.m. their breakfast sandwiches are served all day. The savory sandwiches are made fresh daily and will hit the spot before heading to work.

“We use really nice ingredients and we spend time on our recipes to make it taste delicious,” he said.

Coffee lovers have a wide variety of drinks to choose from. Lattes, espressos, cappuccinos and more are made here. It’s the perfect addition to downtown Phoenix, as many who participate in First Fridays now have a new place to get their fix.

“We make our Nutella in house, which we use in the drinks as well as the toast,” he explained.

There is a great amount of businesses surrounding the new eatery. As the days pass by, business neighbors and foodies stop in to check out what they’re all about.

“Be was a way that we can separate ourselves from other coffee elements that are Downtown,” said Utsunomiya.

The hip new spot is the perfect place to kick back, order a cup of joe, and admire the Arizona art and ‘’Be’’ adventurous.

Be + Food + Stuff

220 E. Roosevelt

Phoenix, AZ 85004

(602) 687-7544

Hours of Operation:

Monday – Saturday: 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Sunday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.