I came across Grouchy John's by accident. I was very content with my discovery of Sambalatte and my belief that it was the best coffee in town. And while it is still my go to and this is my first visit to Grouchy John's and he will have some making up to do, I have to say I was pretty blown away by the coffee and service!!
I was unsure of what to order. So many choices and combinations to choose from! ( they have their fav's- grouchy John, o.g., a.r.m., all of which get phenom reviews). But I decided on the butter-me-up, made with trader joe's cookie butter. Now I just have to say this is one of my favorite guilty pleasures on earth, but to find it put into an addiction of mine (lets just be honest here!)... Coffee??? SOLD!!!! And the verdict is..... Delightful!! It wasn't too sweet, which I was worried about. I ordered it with whole milk but it didn't feel heavy at all. It was delish and I wish I had ordered the larger size!!
The service was great. There were a couple people behind the counter and a gentleman that walked around making sure everyone was happy. I assumed the owner and later asked and was correct! He asked twice if I had tasted my coffee yet and to let him know if I liked it and checked on me several times as I sat and enjoyed the vibe. The barista (girl with dark hair) also asked me. It was very nice to have such great service.
Now....On to the vibe of the joint. I really enjoyed it, but initially it threw me for this side of town I think. I seriously felt I was walking into a gamers room who is obsessed with star wars and may be out of town at a comic con convention. Very eclectic range of people hanging out, playing board games and on their computers. Honestly,I could see this place downtown... but am more than thrilled that this piece of culturally diverseness found its way into my part of town!!! It's one of my biggest reasons for missing LA so much. Vegas lacks places like this!! I will be back!! Thanks Grouchy John.... Who isn't grouchy at all!! ;-)