Since 1998, Raging Sage has been brewing coffee at this quaint, family-owned location, offering Tucsonans a unique, balanced house blend that's two parts dark roast and one part light roast. Try it on ice with a little sugar for a savory summer treat, or get it hot for a sleepy winter morning's wake-up call. You can even take a bag home to brew at your convenience, or check out their website, where you can order the beans by the pound from their online store. However you sip it, you'll agree with the Raging Sage barista who stated simply, "It's good; I drink it."
Runners up:
2. Caffe Luce
943 E. University Blvd., No. 191
207-5504; caffeluce.com
3. Starbucks
Various locations