There's nothing like good service and this was nothing like good service.
Listened to the bloke moan about how he'd worked six days this week and couldn't wait to get out of the place, whilst the silent woman made us two overpriced mochas.
They were cold so we returned and asked for fresh drinks which resulted in eye rolls and a very begrudging exchange. The second drinks weren't really any better but we honestly couldn't be bothered to waste any more time here.
Subway is across the hall - their coffee is much better and much cheaper. Their service can't possibly...
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