I intended to go to Brielle's for a quick espresso and was surprised to see that it's now Babe's! I was informed by the woman who helped me that it had been under new management for about six weeks at the time of my visit. The service was friendly and there were quite a few customers hanging out at 10:30 in the morning.
The interior has been completely redecorated. Long gone are the hand-painted murals and wrought iron tables. The cafe now has a newer, modern feel with plenty of space to sit and work or catch up with friends. The display case featured some tasty-looking treats, but I was really only in the shop for a caffeine fix. I ordered a double espresso. It was just okay...no crema, nondescript flavor, nothing remarkable. This would be a good place to meet up with someone, but perhaps not the best place for a properly made espresso.