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| - It blows my mind that it has taken me this long to write a review of The Common Market. I have been frequenting this place for what feels like decades. Truly the only place of its kind in Charlotte. The Common Market is your eclectic home-away-from-home type of place. I can't really decide if it falls into the category of coffee shop, delicatessen, acid trip, museum or bakery. Maybe all of the above. It is the perfect spot to grab a cup of joe with friends, split a bottle of wine after work, or stop for a quick business meeting with a lively environment.
The Awkward & the Awesome:
* Best coffee in Charlotte, hands down. They have recently started creating their own!
* The décor. Something out of Andy Warhol and the Drinking out of Cups youtube video. Prepare to be amazed!
* The employees. These people are some of the best I have met in Charlotte. Shout out to Sarah & Chuck (the owner).
* I strongly believe the Common Market could have its own reality tv show.
* A killer deli for breakfast/lunch/dinner + Vegan & Vegetarian options! Chika chika yea!
* The gag gifts. Greeting Cards, Bacon flavored toothpaste, raunchy magnets, cupcake dental floss, Jesus mugs and much, much more...
* Grape leaves. Just do it.
* Beer, wine, tea, coffee, and every soda flavor ever made.
* The outside patio! Dogs & smokers welcome.
* After hours events on the weekends (wine nights, poetry readings, etc)
* And so much more...
If you haven't visited The Common Market yet, I recommend getting over there as soon as humanly possible. This place far surpasses anywhere else in the greater Charlotte area. I would give it 10 stars if possible.
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