Cafe Prince

"This Core City cafe boasts a menu for the folks who need a little sustenance, but not the typical pastry-centric fare one might come to expect in a coffee shop. In addition to its selection of espresso drinks, visitors can try one of the spot’s refreshing beverages like the Sunrise with orange juice and espresso. Cafe Prince also produces its own oak milk, on top of offering regular and coconut milk options. To eat, grab a whole carrot, described simply as “nude, raw, chilled,” the Holy Trinity, which includes sliced apples, razor-thin shavings of Parmigiano reggiano, and raw honey, or on Wednesdays, the cafe serves Neapolitan-style pizza. There’s also a variety of toasts, available in sweet or savory options, using bread from Cafe Prince neighbor, Mother Loaf. The open space has a minimalist aesthetic, which invites casual conversations with regulars or baristas. In addition, find a limited selection of retail goods like high-end pantry products and bags of coffee beans." - Serena Maria Daniels

"This Core City cafe may have become famous for its offering of a nude, raw, chilled single carrot on the menu, but now it just might be known for its pizza as well. Each Wednesday, the coffee shop now also sells Neapolitan-inspired pizza from a countertop oven equipped with a Biscotto pizza stone, allowing each pie to achieve an optimal char on the chewy crust. Available margarita-style with house-made tomato sauce, basil and mozzarella, or topped with pesto and mozzarella cheese." - Serena Maria Daniels

"A newly-opened cafe in Core City with a health-conscious menu, including items like a raw, chilled carrot for $1.80. Owned by developer Philip Kafka, it occupies the space formerly held by Astro Coffee. The cafe's menu offers various unique snacks, and it sources its produce from local farms and Whole Foods. While praised for its health focus, some local residents criticize it for not addressing the need for affordable, fresh food options in the community." - Serena Maria Daniels