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Got a Sweet Harmony, which is Philz' take on the oat milk + cold brew that's trending among the big coffee chains. Pleasant balance of cinnamon, sweetness, and creaminess--not unlike a low-sugar horchata. The coffee flavor is very subtle underneath it all.
Sausage breakfast burrito was passable--the tortilla was a little dry. A packet of Tapatío accompanied it, which added some much needed salt, acidity, and spice.
Seasonal fruit danish was comfortably flaky and chewy. The dough was not as sweet as I was anticipating, and at first this was a disappointment but upon reflection, I appreciate that the coffee and pastry complemented each other's similarly unassuming sugar levels.
A mixture of blueberries and lemon curd in the heart of the danish perked up its flavor with suitable tartness. It nonetheless left me longing for some slivered peaches, which are sweet, sour, and in session--hence competitively priced to replace the blueberries.
Servers were friendly, fast, and accommodating. The other patrons were polite and readily willing to share space near the power strip.
The cafe environment is both soothing and upbeat. There is an abundance of comfortable seating, although the bench along the Beale side needs more back-rest cushions. Today's music selection was a relaxing medley of low-tempo R&B. The decor is a cheery blend of plants, wall art, and LGBTQIA+ banners. As a portion of the cafe's revenue is donated to the Point Foundation, the Pride flags signify earnest commitment to diversity.
The location is very satisfying. The view of East Cut Crossing ringed by sleekly honeycombed towers is as bucolic and urbane as one can reasonably expect this deep into the City's commerce-dense northeast.
In all, though a few minor tweaks to the food and furniture would be welcome, I had a very enjoyable cafe experience here, and would strongly recommend sipping a cup of joe here next time your travels take you to the East Cut.