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Phoenix Coffee Co

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Phoenix Coffee Co; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm & producer level
TagsPhoenix Coffee CoOhio coffee roastersColombiaIndependentFarm & producer levelRoasts in-house
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Phoenix Coffee Co is a prominent Cleveland-based specialty coffee roaster and cafe operator that has been a cornerstone of the local coffee scene since 1990. Operating as an employee-owned cooperative, the company distinguishes itself through a democratic business model that empowers its staff with operational input and equity stakes. Beyond its retail presence, the brand maintains an in-house roasting facility and a wholesale operation, focusing on high-quality sourcing and sustainable practices. By integrating its roasting expertise with a commitment to community-focused employment, Phoenix Coffee Co has established a reputation for both technical excellence in coffee preparation and a progressive approach to the hospitality industry.

Ownership
Phoenix Coffee Co is an independent, employee-owned cooperative coffee company.
Founded
1990
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Being the only employee-owned cooperative coffee company in Ohio and a long-standing fixture in the Cleveland specialty coffee scene since 1990.
Sourcing countries
Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes long-term relationship buying and highlights specific producers, such as José Fredy Rodriguez of the Grupo Mártir cooperative in Colombia. They offer both single-origin selections and blends, with a focus on quality-oriented smallholder partnerships.
Notable coffees
  • — Copa de Occidente (José Fredy Rodriguez, Grupo Mártir, Colombia)
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Phoenix Coffee Co

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: Phoenix Coffee Co

Documented physical retailers
Phoenix Coffee Co (Coventry)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe location in Cleveland Heights that sells the brand's coffee.
Physical
Phoenix Coffee Co (Lee)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe location in Cleveland Heights that sells the brand's coffee.
Physical
Phoenix Coffee Co (Ohio City)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Operates a physical cafe location in Cleveland that sells the brand's coffee.
Physical
Documented online sources
Phoenix Coffee Co's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): Sells the brand's full range of roasted coffee beans and brewing gear with shipping available.
Website

I was able to verify the brand's own online shop and its physical cafe locations through their official website and local reporting; however, no specific third-party retail partners were confirmed in the search results.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 25, 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 Phoenix Coffee Co, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-10-29 · Crain's Cleveland Business
Phoenix Coffee returning to Downtown with luxury apartment building spot

After closing its long-standing downtown location in September 2025, Phoenix Coffee Co. announced plans to return to the area with a new cafe in the Skyline 776 luxury apartment building. The new space is designed to be smaller and more efficient, catering to the evolving needs of downtown residents and workers.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-05. 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. I could not verify specific current single-origin coffee offerings or concrete, ongoing philanthropic programs with defined financial commitments.

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