I work in the same complex as Great Harvest, so I end up stopping in out of convenience for a coffee on occasion. Pretty decent coffee, but I'll drink anything that isn't weak like Dunkin Donuts (sorry Dunks...love your donuts though!) coffee. The best part about this coffee ritual is the "sample" of bread they offer you. Seriously, this has been my breakfast on more than one occasion. So so tasty! There is nothing better than freshly baked bread topped with flavored butter/jam, and the fact it is a good sized portion is a bonus! I have also had their turkey sandwich, and found it to be good as well. The bread definitely makes the sandwich taste very homemade.
I like that the store is family owned (within a franchise), as it is obvious a lot of hard work goes into the workings of the store. In my opinion it's worth shelling out an extra buck if it's going to a family vs corporate america.
But...on the money note....I had to dock a star for the prices. I would love to buy their bread, but really can't afford $7 for a loaf. Their jams are also a bit more than I am willing to spend, or I'd have one of every flavor in my fridge! It doesn't keep me away...I just try to keep my visits spaced out a bit more. Kudos Great Harvest!