Live in Tempe and can't hit Gangplank in Chandler? Then Open Source Project (OSP) is the best alternative with a good vibe, great drinks and can help you get work done while having fun. Not quite a full-bore "co-working space," but this laid-back coffee shop combines unique art, productivity, music and more in a collaborative space.
Unlike other coffee shops (forgive me for not being a Cartel Coffee snob), people are friendly. The space is more open and inviting than others. You can jam out with your ham out and not worry about hitting anyone or knocking over anyone's drinks.
The wifi is great because it's free and fast. The tables and couches are spread out so you can get work done, put headphones on or rock out to the music being played inside. Outdoor tables are nice and accommodating. You can also be confident that if you leave your phone or laptop at your seat, no one will run off with it. It's a cozy community environment and people respect each other at OSP.
I've been here numerous times and plan to stay here as long as I can. Mike has a good thing going here.
Skip the Starbucks and head over to OSP. It's across the street from the APS power facility. If you see Tempe Yarn, you're at the right place.