July 15, 2008

A New Blend

Crooked Tree Coffeehouse Opens

After a steady string of blahttes, crappuccinos, and cafe au lames from the big chains, you tossed out your regular coffee routine.

But the buzz kill left you wandering the streets in a grumpy haze.

Recaffeinate at the Crooked Tree Coffeehouse.

The vintage bungalow-turned-java hut serves delicious coffee and tea thanks to an organic, fair-trade-only policy. The decor is equally refreshing with vintage shop and Grandma’s attic finds, like a retro tweed sofa, turquoise glass lamps, and paisley club chairs from the ’70s. The back room even has a stage for live musical acts on Friday and Saturday nights.

Locals (translation: Uptown hipsters) kick back into the wee hours enjoying free WiFi, homemade bites (pastries, muffins, sandwiches), and locally made vegan treats.

Sounds like the perfect place to put down new roots.

Crooked Tree Coffeehouse, 2414 Routh Street (214-953-1142 or crookedtreecoffeehouse.com).