. "I've been hooked on Coffee Rush coffee drinks ever since discovering their Chandler location years ago. That still is my default coffee shop, however, on the occasion when I am on this north side of Gilbert, I caffeinate here. The offerings are identical and familiar, my loyalty punch card is honored, and occasionally I'll run into Stefano, my favorite bartender (they say bartender here, not barista) who used to work at the Chandler shop.\n\nMy favorite thing about the coffee here is that it is strong enough to taste in a latte or a loaded frost, and they have a good selection of sugar-free syrups. I do like the larger size of this Coffee Rush's interior, and the exterior patio is cool--with the fountain and the sound of running water. But I still have a soft spot in my heart for the lakeside seating at the Chandler venue (it must be the presence of ducks).\n\nWhen I shop down the road at Kohl's, I'll drop in here. Or if I dare to get my back waxed across the street at Knockouts--this will be my side trip. Whatever you do, don't overlook Coffee Rush on this side of the East Valley. Life's too short to settle for Starbucks."^^ . "5"^^ . "1"^^ . "2"^^ . . "2013-09-07T00:00:00"^^ . . "1"^^ .