Getting Started....

We've lived in the metro DC area for nearly 5 years now, and continue to search for "our coffee shop". I've visited many, and plan to visit all indie shops in this area if I can. And during every drive home from one I blogged the critique in my head. But... I didn't have a blog to write to.

Until now.

I hope this blog becomes an open conversation within the coffee community; I welcome feedback and the experiences of others. With the experience of many comes great knowledge!

Prior to our move to Fairfax, VA we lived in Houston, Texas, home of the beloved Cafe Brasil. We practically lived there on weekends, despite the 30 minute drive from our home, and Brasil truly became our third space. We read, flipped through our magazine backlog, studies, made notes, watched people, chatted, and listened to the diverse conversations around us. We have not found an equivalent just yet.

The closest replacement was Murky Coffee in Arlington, but hoe... it closed in May. Despite its grunginess, weird smelling bathrooms, and required skill of jumping into an empty chair like a gazelle (was always packed, which was a positive indicator), the coffee was top notch and the wi-fi speedy.

I have revived my search....

Some criteria:
- Outstanding quality of coffee served
- Offer servings in real ceramic cups (not solely paper cups)
- Interesting clientele (for people watching and... socially acceptable eavesdropping)
- Reasonable seating (packed house OK, so long as a seat becomes available every now and then)
- Pleasant / interesting place to hang out and contemplate