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| - Erika's wins an easy five stars. Everything about my experience here has been wonderful. I work less than one mile away from Erika's, so this is exciting.
Struggled to find Erika's at first, but called in and received directions from a very helpful gentleman (who turned out to be Erika's husband!).
Arrived at Erika's around 7:30a or so to find Erika prepping the little booth - her "coffee dock". I was not in any kind of a hurry and there was plenty of seating, so I found a comfy spot and kicked back for a few minutes.
Shortly after getting situated, Erika's husband, Patrick, arrived to help her finish setting up. He was bright and personable and even remembered me from the call I had made earlier that morning.
Patrick took my order for an Americano and (his recommendation of) a Breakfast Melt.
Employees of the large corporate/medical building Erika's is set within entered in waves and Erika was careful to greet each of them with a bright "Good morning!". I loved seeing the rapport between Erika, Patrick, and the building regulars.
When my coffee arrived, it was hand-delivered to me by Patrick. When the food arrived, it was steamy hot and yummy.
The whole experience made me feel very much at-home, despite being seated just outside the offices of Dr. Seuss Orthodontist! Certainly not my usual scene, but I'll be back. Regularly.
Thank you, Erika and Patrick, for some of the most genuine and kind-hearted service I've received - anywhere. I'll look forward to seeing you again VERY soon. :)
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