For those with a hipster deficiency, you can take care of your credentials at The Root. Unlike the old Phoenix, there are waaaaayyy fewer wayward "Taco Bell Gang Teens" hanging out. I love that this local coffee house is always packed with Lakewood's literati. I've only had coffee here, but the bakery case will wear me down one of these days.
Open Mike Night on Tuesdays = fun stuff. Get your guitar and come on down.