I visited Zeke's Tuesday around 3pm after being caught in bad weather. The barista was super friendly and patient as I took my time deciding exactly what I wanted. I ordered a latte and their chocolate chip zucchini bread. The zucchini bread was pretty good however, I found that latte a bit too foamy. However, the smoothness of the espresso made up for it.
When I initially walked into the coffee shop, I felt as though I had transported to a totally different area of the city. It in no way felt as though I was in East Liberty. I had scored a seat in the front by the window. Looking outside, I noticed a huge juxtaposition between the demographics of Zeke's customers versus the people walking by. A hipster coffee shop next to a dollar tree is a picture perfect representation of gentrification if you ask me. Though it seems that management is aware of their delicate role in the changing community. As the only Black person in the shop during my visit, I appreciated their welcoming signs and feature of Black artwork on the walls.