Door’s open

Smells so good in here.

That’s usually the first thing people say when they walk through our door. The air is thick with fresh roast, the roaster is running in the back, and there’s always time to chat about what’s currently on the bar.

Roasting on Site

We don’t hide our process behind closed doors. The roaster sits right there in the shop. You’ll hear the crackle of the beans, watch us check the roast profiles, and smell every batch as it cools down on the tray. If you ever have a question about roast levels or origin, just ask.

The Cappuccino Bar

We keep things simple, honest, and traditional around here.
From Vienna coffee and five different drip options every day to a soft, perfectly frothed cappuccino. Instead of sweet syrups, we use flavoured espresso beans to give your drink that smooth, velvety finish.
Our dark Italian house blend is the foundation of it all. It has been running on our bar for 41 years, and it is still as good as ever.
To go with your coffee, we bring in fresh flaky almond croissants from Sucre Bakery and handmade scones from Sidewalk Citizen every morning.

More than just a Coffee Run

We set up our space so it is easy to start talking.
Our regulars are real legends. Every morning we see the same faces at the bar, chatting about cooking recipes, fashion, dog names, coffee, or whatever comes up. We even put up Customer of the Month posters outside on our windows.
When you come here often, we know your name and what you drink. We know if you need a ride somewhere, or why you are feeling down today.


You will not find a cold, quiet room with people hiding behind laptops and headphones. This place is alive, and the connection with people is what matters here, not the Wi-Fi.

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