If you're an artist, writer, philosopher, intellectual, activist, freak or wannabe, chances are your ideal afterworld probably looks something like Epic Café. With its colorful walls, cool art and eccentric crowd, Epic Café can be a divine experience for those looking for a little inspiration. It's a great place to kick back, people-watch, eavesdrop or argue, whatever it is you need to do to get the lemon juice flowing. Treat yourself to a fine cup of joe while you're at it, and you might be surprised just how fast you find rapture.
Runners up:
2. Bentley's House of Coffee and Tea, 1730 E. Speedway Blvd.795-0338, www.bentleyscoffeehouse.com
3. Raging Sage, 2458 N. Campbell Ave., 320-5203