Tag Archive 'americas_best_coffee'

Trip Report: Café Murano

Posted by TheShot on 08 Jul 2008 | Tagged as: Local Brew

This café is something of a neighborhood favorite for its quirky atmosphere and ridiculously cheap (though not that great) coffee. Inside there’s found art everywhere — plus painted café tables, a couple of seats from movie theaters (with cup-holders), juicers on display, wine for $9 a bottle, and a few outdoor sidewalk café tables under [...]

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Trip Report: Sugarlump Coffee Lounge

Posted by TheShot on 05 Dec 2006 | Tagged as: Local Brew

Opening in Nov. 2006, this space is aptly named “Coffee Lounge”. It has dark brown walls, spot lighting, large gallery art, lounge-like music, and it attracts more of an upscale, edgy crowd for the neighborhood. A mix of unique seating options spread throughout the long space. They serve some croissants and bakery items, but it’s [...]

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Trip Report: Café de la Presse

Posted by TheShot on 09 Mar 2006 | Tagged as: Local Brew

I hate writing about espresso bars in regression when there’s every reason for us to expect progression. There’s a rising tide of coffee quality that should theoretically lift all boats: McDonald’s is offering premium roast from Gaviña, 7-Eleven is offering single origin Kenya AA and Hawaiian Kona … and late last year Café de la [...]

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