Skip to main content
Who Makes The
BEST COFFEE
US Brand Directory
Flagstaff, Arizona · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsMacy's European Coffeehouse & BakeryArizona coffee roastersIndependentRoasts in-house
Visit Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery's site

Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery is a landmark Flagstaff establishment that has been roasting its own coffee on-site since 1980. The shop is widely recognized for its enduring community atmosphere, vegetarian-friendly menu, and dedication to traditional European-style roasting practices. It remains a single-location business that has resisted expansion to maintain its local character.

Ownership
Macy's is an independent, family-founded business established by Tim Macy in 1980 and continues to operate as a single-location institution in downtown Flagstaff.
Founded
1980
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Macy's is known as a historic Flagstaff institution and the first coffeehouse in Arizona to roast its own beans. It is celebrated for its long-standing community presence, vegetarian-friendly bakery, and commitment to traditional, high-quality coffee roasting.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand states it sources Arabica hard bean, Grade 1, organic, and estate coffees, prioritizing small growers and cooperatives. While they emphasize purchasing from non-corporate enterprises and traditional farms, they do not publish a list of specific farms or farmers on their website.
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery

These are examples recorded during editorial research. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

External customer, cafe, marketplace, and class ratings are not comparable measures of the quality of an individual coffee. We do not convert them into original tasting scores or brand-wide star ratings. Our independent reviews are published separately after a coffee has actually been brewed and evaluated.

Verify original product sources

Retailer information: Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery

Documented physical retailers
Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells whole-bean coffee by the pound at their physical cafe location in Flagstaff.
Physical
Documented online sources
Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): Offers nationwide shipping for their house-roasted whole-bean coffee.
Website

I verified that the brand sells its coffee directly through its physical cafe in Flagstaff and its own e-commerce website; no third-party retail partners were identified.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Nov 14, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-02-01 · Flagstaff Business News
Welcome Home

Macy's European Coffeehouse & Bakery celebrated 46 years of operation in Flagstaff. Owner Tim Macy discussed the challenges of maintaining the business amidst rising costs and the importance of the shop's founding values in fostering community connection.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-17. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand mentions sourcing from small growers and cooperatives, it does not provide a current list of specific sourcing countries or farm names on its website.

Your coffee interests. Every section.

Learn something new, follow the people behind your cup, or explore by flavor and tags.