The Local Press Coffee — Restaurant in Mount Washington

Update: This location has improved dramatically since my last visit and review. There is more and different seating, and the setup has been changed. There is still honey on offer, but the entire atmosphere is better and more coffee-house. There is a new owner and you can certainly tell! Happy to be coming back here.

This location is losing its appeal quickly. The amount of seating for customers has steadily decreased to be replaced by shelves of overpriced honey. There is ONE table in the coffee shop side, we are not interested in sitting near shelves of honey. There are bright fluorescent lights that ruin the coffee house atmosphere. Furthermore, the owner has said in the past that better seating and tables would be coming; that hasn't happened yet. My wife and I have stopped visiting as frequently, and today when we went in, we remembered why. The pastries used to be fresh and excellent, but now look like they were bought from a Costco. The staff is friendly and the coffee is excellent, but atmosphere and coziness keep customers coming. My wife and I travel frequently and we see the difference between successful small coffee shops and the ones that go out of business. You can tell that the honey part of the business is receiving most of the focus, which is unfortunate, because Mount Washington needs a great coffee shop, not another place...

Update: Added stars 🌟 New owner recently and the changes she has already made are wonderful. We went this morning and relaxed in the calming environment while drinking coffee! We look forward to the continued changes as she creates the coffee house that Mount Washington needed.

Reading previous responses to reviews, it is obvious that this place wants to be a boutique honey shop. However, the majority of the positive feedback is for the coffee shop portion of the business (which is also in the name "Coffeehouse"). Despite this being the majority of the sales, according to one of the owners responses, the business model remains focused on the honey with little emphasis on making the coffee shop welcoming for people who want to relax and drink some of the delicious coffee they have on offer. We have not returned in months due to the horrible seating arrangements and lighting, which we were assured by the owner were temporary when they first opened. Was hoping that this place was going to fill the coffee shop void in Mount Washington, but obviously the owner is more interested in the honey, than giving the community...

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Absolutely Amazing! A Hidden Gem!

The Local Press is not just a coffee shop, it’s a warm hug in a cup and a beautiful slice of community. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with the kind of genuine kindness and welcoming energy that only comes from people who truly love what they do. Lori and Emily, the wonderful owners, have created something truly special here.

The coffee? Perfection. Rich, smooth, and brewed with care. Their pastries and light bites are delicious—always fresh, always made with love. But beyond the drinks and treats, it’s the vibe that sets this place apart. It’s cozy, inviting, and filled with laughter, conversations, and the feeling that you belong.

Lori and Emily go above and beyond to make every guest feel like a friend. Their passion for great coffee and building community shines through in every detail.

If you’re looking for your new favorite spot,- whether it’s to relax, catch up with a friend, or just enjoy a really excellent cup of coffee, The Local Press is it.

Thank you, Lori and Emily, for pouring your hearts into this place. You’ve created something truly...