I love Steve's. Having been here twice now, I feel safe with my conclusion.
Steve's Espresso is tucked away on the side of an obscure strip mall in Tempe. Most don't even know it is here, which is perfect for an increasingly anti-social nerd like myself.
The atmosphere is a little bit different, too. While it is like most coffee shops, it is a bit simpler and the music is a bit different. All of which add to my liking of this place.
Let's not forget the coffee. While I can admit I may have had better coffee at other places, the espresso at Steve's is very delicious. And for some reason, I have noticed their Mocha tends to give me a bit more motivation than most places.
I thank @bwilley for having a meeting with me here, because it is now a new fav.