Photo: @2013 ANVidean

Today’s Cup o’ Tea
Bergies Coffee Roast House
Gilbert, AZ

Share a cuppa (stories about the owner, building, history, name)
More than two years ago, when I met my friend Cherie Scott for tea here, she suggested I write a positive blog about coffee and tea shops. The idea for “Coffee CommuniTea” started brewing at Bergies!

Perks (what I really like!)

• Its location. Brothers Brian and Bruce Bergeson opened the doors to Bergie’s in Gilbert’s historic Heritage District in early 2009. It earned a New Times “Best of Phoenix” award that year.
  

  I enjoyed the comfy seating in intimate rooms.
  Photo: @2013 CScott

• Cottage environment with comfy, private sections
• Two shady patios
• Knowledgeable baristas
• Delicious tea. Even though the menu focuses on coffee, I was pleasantly surprised at the knowledge of the barista who helped Cherie and I on our return visit. She introduced me to a special “Celebration” blend of teas, which was fruity and delightful when brewed later at home.

What’s Brewing (coffee, tea, food)

• Quality coffee, custom roasted by the brothers themselves
• A limited number of teas
• Online ordering available
• Pastries and desserts

Bergies’ front patio.
Photo: @2013 ANVidean

The Grind (what I would change)
Our visit was delightful. Why it’s taken me so long to feature this charming place, I’m not sure. But, I highly recommend you check it out.

Percolation Factor (activity/ environment/energy/service)

• Local musicians on Saturday evenings
• The brothers chat every Tuesday from 11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. on “Culinary Confessions” on AM Radio 1440

What’s not to love?
Photo: ©2013 CScott

The Grounds (location)
East side of Gilbert Road, between Elliott and Guadalupe roads, next to Joe’s Real BBQ.
309 N. Gilbert Road
Gilbert, AZ 85234
480-497-3913
bergies309@hotmail.com
http://www.bergiescoffee.com/

Tea Times (hours)
M–Th:  6 a.m.–5 p.m.
F–Sa:  6 a.m.– 8:30 p.m
Su:  7 a.m.–12 p.m.

Yelp rating: 4.5 stars from 63 reviews

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I love connecting people and ideas, so I’ve been creating small villages my entire life. Really, what better places can writers and musicians find to create “village” than independent coffee/tea shops? I wrote most of my Rhythms & Muse novel and Delfaerune Rhapsody series-in-progress in coffee/tea venues, so it seemed natural to create this blog. Whether you came here to find a new favorite hangout, or suggest a spot not yet not posted, may you find Coffee CommuniTea exactly to your taste!