While Starbucks will do in a pinch and they are sprinkled all over Charlotte, I try to seek out local (or smaller) establishments when I'm exploring a new city. After seeing some of the reviews, I decided to give Port City Java a try. Well, two really.
After reading Adrienne G's review, I was intrigued by the Black & Tan. And heeding her warning I added an extra shot to my grande. It was a little too sweet. I thought maybe it just wasn't my cup of joe, so vowed to give them another try. Went back the next morning and opted for the Almond Joyful. Again, with the extra shot. Too sweet. Even with an extra shot on top of their extra shot, I felt like I was being witch-slapped with sugar.
I'm not giving up on them & would happily stop by for a dessert at the end of the day, but they probably won't be my first stop in the morning.