We stopped by Collective Espresso on a Saturday morning. The café has a very nice ambiance, with about 4–5 tables inside and a few more out in the garden. It’s a rather small space overall.
We ordered a latte and the “fancy” drip coffee—both were excellent. The fancy drip was simply a different bean variety than their standard drip, but it was still very good.
The café seemed popular with locals, and it filled up quickly. Just a heads-up: it may not have a bathroom, so keep that in mind if you plan to stay for a while. Also, because it’s quite small, it can be a bit hard to find a quiet spot to study.
Overall, a cozy place with great coffee and a...
Read moreThis shop is such a gem! I live three blocks away and was thrilled to learn there is a photo lab inside where I can get film developed and purchase new rolls—such a great feature! The coffee is excellent and the pastries are some of the best I’ve ever had. Their hours are great—perfect for bite to eat and caffeine before heading to work or running errands. The shop is small, so if you’re planning to work in there, claim your spot early. The streets in the area aren’t typically busy and there’s usually lots of...
Read moreWent to Collective Espresso, here is what I thought:
I love Collective Espresso! The hot chocolate with oat milk and chai tea with oat milk were warm and well-prepared. The rose donut and sesame peanut butter chocolate cookies were delectable and rich. I could sit in this cafe and work all day long! Collective Espresso has a cozy interior with blissful natural lighting. I came here today and I want to go...
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