Bourbon Coffee

Stopped by here on a cold day to get a latte. I was a little happy and also a little disappointed. Let's see why! First, the cafe is attached to a university, can be easy to miss if you're driving by. The ambiance is quite nice. It was a sunny day, even though it was freezing outside, and sun rays were shining on the chairs by the window. Looked so inviting! Many chairs and tables especially if you want to sit and work. And that's precisely what a lot of people were doing. We wandered around and stood for a good 15 minutes before a couple seats opened up. Went up to the counter to get me a latte. I had a few questions regarding the flavors. Every one of these lattes used artificial flavors, nothing house-made. Sob. So I decided to get the honey cinnamon one (they use actual honey and actual cinnamon, yay). I told them it was for here, but the cashier still picked up a paper-plastic cup. This may seem like a small thing but we're trying to minimize our trash in all of our actions. So I found it strange that even though I explicitly mentioned it was for here and they have ceramic mugs, I was going to be given coffee in a cup which may as well last for eternity on this planet. Anyway, I'm glad I could request the cashier again that I want it for here in a ceramic mug, please. The latte itself was okay, I wouldn't go out of my way to visit. Also, not a single smile during this whole encounter, from start to finish. Pro tip: It looks like there is free parking out back but it doesn't belong to the cafe. However, there is metered parking on the street or a paid parking lot out behind the university.

Free wifi, many outlets, and a really good Prince-inspired lemonade. They're not unusually good for a coffee shop, but they are right on my way to do laundry, so I occasionally stop for a drink (and cash) which makes that whole ordeal a little more fun. What I really enjoy is the space. When I have time (and no covid restrictions) I love to sit inside—they have great seating options and it's easy to focus on work or a book. Bourbon's been good to me!