Joseph N.
Yelp
This place is so fun! After living nearby for a year and seeing the sign many, many times, I finally stopped in with a friend for some coffee. I'd never visited because, let's be honest, it's a coffee shop in a strip mall, how good could it be? I was wrong...this is definitely a case of looks being deceiving.
As soon as we walked in, I was taken aback at how much space there was inside! They really maximized what they were working with...there are a few couches and sets of tables and chairs up front, as well as bar stools at the window. More than the space up front, if you walk back behind where the counter is at, there are a few more high-top tables with chairs and a couple more couches. Maybe I should have figured, but I couldn't help but think whoa, this is a spot I can come and chill and get work done!
So far, I was blown away by the appearance, but then saw that the menu is fairly expansive, and displayed colorfully on a chalkboard above the counter, how chic :) There are plenty of options beyond the standard coffee shop fare displayed on the menu, which is inviting for folks who aren't as well-versed in the coffee universe. There are also several non-dairy options (even rice milk!) for your beverage, and a bakery case with a variety of pastries...I can't speak for how the items taste, but they had macaroons in there, which is beyond what I'd expect from a coffee shop.
The baristas were friendly and did a good job keeping the line moving. I ordered the shot in the dark, which is an espresso in a cup of coffee, and it was ready in a few minutes and delicious.
I've only been once, but if you're in the area and have thought about stopping in, prepare to be pleasantly surprised when you do!