I enjoy going to Starbucks, but sometimes you want variety when going out for coffee/tea. My friend and I decided to go to Istanbul Cafe & Espresso Bar for a gab session over caffeine (thanks to Yelp). I was a few minutes late to meet my friend, but she texted me to let me know that there was nowhere to sit. Thankfully by the time arrived, a group cleared out and we were able to snag the seats by the fireplace. This is a great place to sit and relax; it feels so cozy with dark lighting a comfortable chairs all around. Espresso drinks come with latte art and teas come in a cute pot - I really dig the presentation of the drink items here. I already had lunch, but the food looked quite good as well. I can't wait to come back.
Some additional pros: open late, free WiFi, alcohol
Good for: coffee, tea, drinks, getting work done