Charlie’s Coffee Bar & Gallery in Richmond, Indiana
In new years Indiana has been hit truly badly by the deterioration in its commonly industrial financial system, and that fact is all too obvious in Indiana’s smaller cities. You could see block subsequent to block of beautiful (albeit dilapidated) red brick buildings
That one time teemed with the throngs of heavy foot traffic. In the heyday of the industrial revolution, these cities wielded cutting limit know-how for example telephones, automobiles, and electricity. In these smaller cities, big factories wove power in the dreams of a young industrial-era America.
I lately went on a fast business trip to one such little city: Richmond, Indiana.
In its major, Richmond was home to jazz music in the formative years, with thank you to recording studio Gennett Records who hosted such names as The New Orleans Rhythm Kings, Bix Beiderbecke, and «King” Joe Oliver’s band featuring a young Louis Armstrong, Hoagy Carmichael, and other people.
THE EXCUSE
I expected to be in and out in a short time. I turned off of Interstate SEVENTY onto the TWENTY SEVEN and headed north. Subsequent to finishing my business district, I headed back south once more. It was daybreak. So a hunt for morning meal was on my plate, so to speak. It didn’t take me long to see what I was watching for: on the side of the road was a old marquee style sign declaring a cafe with drinks and eats of undisclosed quality. Judging the looks of the marquee, I believed I was in for the other greasy-spoon business, complete with runny eggs and white toast dripping with butter. I was in a city I had in no way visited prior to, I was hungry, and (major significantly) the challenge of new disclosure was screaming in my ear.
I turned off and was soon to expose a delightful discover, of a surprisingly a lot higher quality than the marquee could lead one to consider.
DICSOVERY
I kept my eyes peeled for the greasy spoon cafe I expected. As an alternative I ran crosswise several more red brick factories, one of them with sufficient parking space, home to a sign bearing the name Charlie’s Coffee Bar & Gallery.
The first thing one notices when walking in Charlie’s for the first time is the front door. It appears like it’s 200 feet broad, just as tall, and weighs possibly 200 tons additionally. At the start a hardware storehouse, the spot was built like Fort
Knox. Upon leaning via the doors, you respire in the look and feel of solid wood and redbrick. Crosswise a wide floor space bedecked with loads of seating and tables, a big chalk-written menu greets you with a myriad of flavors. The subdued colors of aged redbrick (some hand-painted) if a backdrop for the brilliant colors of paintings and posters of Charlie Chaplin (from which the cafe obtains its name and decoration) and contemporaries of his era.
The coffee bar floats in an ethereal swath of sunlight (throughout the day) filtering via a light channel poking via the industrial isolation of the ceiling. Stocked with plethora of drinkables and flavorings, your barista stands at-the-prepared to whip out your preferred drinkable.
To the left is a little wooden platform for performers, who regular Charlie’s evening calendar with varied an delightful amusement. To left be more seating, and little rooms for offices (one of which is an attorney), should you have the compulsion to open your personal business. An oversized industrial elevator has been redone as a cozy separate room, providing some secrecy and quiet where you could curl up with a preferred book and read by the daybreak light filtering via an neighboring window. Total, the tone of a cozy and warm air.
ENTREE
As promised, I was hungry that daybreak. I watched at the menu and saw a lot of the fare named subsequent to period film pieces – names for example The Maltese Chicken, Herbie’s Veggiemobile, and the Velvet Elvis. At the barista’s behest, I unique ordered a morning meal bagel with bacon, egg with some lightly grilled cheese (not on the menu, made as a unique just for me) – to be washed down with an iced latte. Just what I required.
I used that fare with gusto (loved it) as I opened my notebook to admission their free wireless web to hack out several errant messages to my a lot of correspondents. In several moments I was adequately nourished and caffeinated for the drive back to Indy.
On the way back, I was considering: in case I was a weekend motorbike enthusiast, Charlie’s could be the spot to get my sidekick (in that case, my Amazon parrot, Chico, who loves to come out driving and hiking) and a entire load of friends for morning meal and some java prior to hitting the open road. Well, I suppose the county hygiene code could need Chico to stay outside to guard the door. But I’d certainly get some human being friends hungering for some remarkable java and an extremely comfortable ambience.
When going to come Charlie’s, don’t forget to come upstairs to come the art gallery and chill-out in the higher climes of the second floor.
Cafe Breton
One of my most favorite dessert places has got to be Cafe Breton. I go here almost more than twice a month. In fact, I’ve influenced most of my loved ones to go here and they all love it! My family, best friend, officemates and ofcourse, my boyfriend.
The best crepe ever:
La Pinay – A mango crepe topped with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. Yum!
Now, my most favorite coffee beverage:
Cafe Liegeois – Cold espresso with coffee ice cream, whipped cream and chocolate sauce. Sooooooo delicious!
I also love eating the Breton Mozzarella Burger. This one is my most favorite burger. My mom also loves it. As a matter of fact, she always asks me to bring her home this sandwich.
They also have other kinds of crepes, salads, sandwiches and coffee drinks.
If you’re from Manila, give it a try. It is definitely going to satisfy your sweet tooth. 
Woyton’s (Cologne, Germany)
Woyton’s
* Breite Straße 80–90, im Einkaufszentrum DuMont-Carré, 50667 Köln, Germany * +49 221 2708680 * www.woyton.de/koeln.html
A cafe that is the German’s equivalent of “Starbucks”. Nice atmosphere and artsy decorated, obviously community hangout establishment. The prices are about half the cost that you would find in a Starbucks. However, the chai tea, was so watered down it just tasted like bad water. Was not impressed. I think I’ll stick to Starbucks since I’m a chai drinker. Rating: 2 stars out of 5.
Strong Coffee
Have you tried Turkish coffee before? Turkish coffee is stronger and much more caffeinated that your average cup of java. The smell is stronger as well! If you like strong coffee, you will love the tiny cups of Turkish coffee at places like Unaabi Grill. If you don’t love strong, strong coffee, then you’ll probably only want a sip or two. It’s usually served in smaller cups, like espresso, because this is some serious coffee.
Cuppa Joe Coffee (Kitslano, Vancouver, British Columbia)
Cuppa Joes – Jericho Beach/Kitslano
Cuppa Joe’s Coffee Shop * 3744 West 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC * (604) 224-3687 * http://www.cuppajoecoffee.com/cajc/stores/kits.html
A great little local (but Vancouver chain) two story coffee house right off of 4th, conveniently located in Kitslano bordering Point Grey bordering Jericho Beach. Just a short jolt of a walk from the Vancouver HI. Free wifi internet just ask for the password at the counter. Great chai, pastries, and coffee. A Starbucks alternative. Carries organic and free trade. Always good music and apparently has great beer on tap (I’m not a beer drinker so can’t comment on that one). Staff and regulars are very friendly. Its an artsy joint with good music. Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5.
Flying Star Cafe (Knob Hill, Albuerqueque, New Mexico)
Flying Star Cafe (Knob Hill – Albuerqueque, New Mexico)
www.flyingstarcafe.com * 3416 Central SE * Albuquerque, NM 87106 * Phone: 505-255-6633 * Fax: 505-232-8432 * HOURS: Sunday-Thursday 6:00am-11:00pm; Friday & Saturday 6:00am-Midnight
A large artsy/chic restaurant/cafe in the heart of historic and trendy Knob Hill district of Albuerqueque is a great place for getting your brew and grub for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Up to the counter you order just like most cafe’s, but tempted with hand made breads, desserts, and pastries while you’re perusing the menu up above. On this particular visit I went for the French Onion soup in a bread bowl and a large cold chai. My friend Vikki went for a butternut squash dish with a new chai latte they were offering and little Trinity went for the pancakes and hot chocolate. We were all quite satisfied with our choices. Jean and Mark Bernstein, both born and raised in New York, came out west with dreams of opening a restaurant … with the exquisite delicacy tastes of New York in mind. They also wanted a large meeting place where solitaries or groups could hang out and lounge. In November 1987, they opened this particular store as their first, on old Route 66. Over the last 20 years their popularity has spread to 8 locations throughout Albuerqueque. Excellent. Rating 5 stars out of 5. Visited 11/30/08.
City o City (Denver, Colorado)
City O City (Denver, Colorado)
210 E. 13th Ave, Denver, Colorado 80218 * 303.318.9844 http://www.watercoursefoods.com/cityocity.html
One of Denver’s premiere vegetarian restaurants, in the heart of capital hill, next to artsy shops and bars. Down tempo music with eclectic offerings of food, coffee, and drinks … this hot spot will give any visitor a sensational zing for their zang. “City, O’ City – An Ode, A Lament” is their motto, and implies the beginning of a poem to the City. It’s a coffeehouse, it’s a cafe, it’s a restaurant. Wine, Ales, unique hard liquors, teas, espresso, drip coffee beans, gluten-free muffins, spelt flour cookies, vegetarian or vegan pizza, seitan fake-meats, every dish i tried at this fabulous restaurant was extremely delicious. Part of the WaterCourse Foods network. Rating 5 stars out of 5.
El Diablo Coffee Company, Seattle, WA
El Diablo Coffee Company
http://www.eldiablocoffee.com/ * 1811 Queen Anne Ave North #101, Seattle, WA 98109 * 206.285.0693
A large artsy cafe in the heart of Queen Anne on the main drag, next to a cool bookstore, and nestled within a bunch of shops. El Diablo will give you a taste of heaven and hell … downstairs taking in Diablo’s color, fire, and Mexican-like Day of the Dead decor style … with great drinks and pastries. Upstairs you can climb into the clouds and settle into heaven. Great place to meet friends, chat, read, and absorb Seattle coffee culture with a kitchy artistic flair. Rating: 5 stars out of 5.
 El Diablo Coffee Co. |
 El Diablo version of Chai, water, and a breakfast muffin |
Poor Richard’s Cafe (Colorado Springs, Colorado)
Poor Richard’s Bookstore and Cafe
324 1/2 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1224 * 1 719 632 7721
Rating: 3 stars out of 5 visited 9/23/06
A quaint little bookstore cafe/restaurant serving a full menu, wine, coffees, latte, and pastries. Good food. Elegant food. Service is a bit slow. Excellent used bookstore next store, one of the best in the Springs. Live entertainment friday and saturdays.
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