Fyi, I’m not going to write anything more about las vetas… Been there five times, not once did I get a great coffee. Some people seem to love it apparently, but I’m thinking they must either work there or have friends working there. For the record, if I ever have any ties whatsoever with a shop I mention, I will also state that relationship.
The best news is that a new shop opened up in Darien: Espresso Neat. This place is consistantly excellent. Use Counter Culture beans, and for drip coffees, they brew one cup at a time, as ordered, right in front of you.
Port continues to be pretty consistant, but there was one day when the beans didn’t seem quite as fresh. Based on other visits, I’ll chalk that up as an anomaly.
Over in the city, Stumptown has open up a cafe… As expected, it was phenominal. Not a lot of room in there when there’s a line, but it’s worth the the risk of claustrophobia.
Gimme and Grumpy are still staples of city visits for me, depending on which side of the city I’m on. Both continue to make the train ride worth it. I still haven’t made it to a 9th street location, and I kick myself every time I don’t go. I also heard Blue Spoon is worth the trip as well…. Soon.
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