CC's Coffee House: a New (ish) Local Treasure
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CC's Coffee House: a New (ish) Local Treasure

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CC's Coffee House: a New (ish) Local Treasure
Elizabeth Griffon

Everyone has their happy place, safe haven, an Innisfree, where one can read or work or relax in a secure and comforting environment. Many people designate a lake house, or a mountain retreat, or a beach getaway for this purpose. I, however, find a much different refuge.

There is a small coffee shop in Monroe called CC’s Coffee House. It’s part of a chain, but I feel that this particular branch is unique and special, and much of that is due to both the environment and the staff that has been so carefully selected and employed. Walking in, the aroma of fresh coffee and delicious baked goods greets you in such a way that your mouth is watering almost before you reach the counter. There are armchairs in the corner, and tables scattered throughout – close enough to be cozy, but far enough apart to give everyone their separate space. On any given day, you can see a plethora of social statuses and backgrounds, from yoga teachers grabbing a water and tea after class to businessmen and women grabbing a cuppa and a little bit of peace before they continue on to their busy days. And let’s not forget the demographic staple that fills coffee shops across the nations: the college student.

Although it’s only been around for a brief while, this coffee house has become a relative sanctuary for the serious (and not so serious) student in town. Whether you’re here to write a paper or spend some quality time with your “study” group, this place is a good place to be. Floor-to-ceiling windows let in enough natural light to keep you awake, and that, coupled with the endless supply of free refills, keeps the dedicated student energized and focused on the task at hand. The environment is not the only perk, however, because what’s a coffee shop without the coffee? If you answered, “not a coffee shop,” then you’d be right. The coffee here is delicious. The espresso is strong and full-bodied, the house roasts are always fresh and brewed to perfection, and the specialty drinks are just plain delicious. There are even teas, smoothies, and snacks of all shapes and sizes for those who aren’t into coffee. And then there’s the staff. They are friendly, personable, pleasant people who never fail to welcome the weary and bedraggled college grad, offering a smile, some empathy, and that life-giving nectar of the gods to those who need it.

It’s safe to say that I’m a regular here. On any given day you’ll find me typing away, grading papers, or studying for some grad school assignment or another before I go pick up my children from daycare. They know my name and my drink order (grande Café au Lait), and they usually have it ready and waiting by the time I claim my table by the window. Each and every personality that greets me from behind the counter is a genuinely kind and caring individual. They are a beacon of hope and life that is quite necessary in these troubled times, because, in spite of the rewards and benefits, the glamorous life of a high school teacher requires some love sometimes. And these guys and gals never fail to provide it.

So, in light of that information, before you dismiss this haven of goodness as “just another coffee shop,” or worse, an imitation Starbucks, give it a shot. You won’t be disappointed.

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