A top-notch coffee shop located in downtown Paris, 22 Brew is a family ran business with a family friendly atmosphere. I've yet to try anything but coffee with half and half (hard to beat a classic), but my kids are huge fans of the ice cream and hot chocolate! With a variety of ice cream flavors and multiple toppings for the hot chocolate (my kids love the marshmallows and whip cream), you simply can't go wrong stopping in on a warm sunny day or a chilly afternoon.
Now, although I haven't tried any of the fancy pants mocha-latte-grande-schnitzel-crème-brewhaha drinks doesn't mean I can't give an honest review of the quality of products the baristas serve up at this fine establishment. After all, without fresh brewed, classic, black coffee all these overly-sweetened, hip and with-it coffee shakes simply wouldn't exist. And let me tell ya, it's nirvana in a cup.
Dark as night and roasted to peak perfection, this full bodied cuppajo is developed enough to wear a bra. Each and every steamy cup I've had has awoken my soul in ways I didn't know existed. Really knocks the wind out of the ole "an apple provides more energy" drivel the doctors keep pushing on me, irregular heartbeat be damned.
Aside from the quality of coffee, it's worth mentioning the staff are just as up to standard. Friendly, accommodating, and hospitable are three clichés that immediately come to mind. They guarantee each order is up to par and even though I've never, ever had any sort of complications I'm certain if I did they'd be quick to fix it without hesitation.
Every month 22 Brew, along with elementary art teacher Darlene Hudson, host a "Family Chess Night" in collaboration with the local elementary school and each event brings in multiple kids who want to challenge each other to a friendly chess match. Although it can get a little expectedly noisy, there's never a complaint as the kids laugh and shout with their friends as they chow down on delicious ice cream and plot their next moves.
A very welcoming atmosphere free of the typical "members only" vibe most Paris businesses exude, great ambient noise (tonight I heard Jack Johnson; can't go wrong), a wide variety of beverages that could surely please anyone, amiable staff, and a clean dining area ensure 22 Brew is guaranteed to make you feel cozy and at home in this small little meth-ridden town. A safe space that offers coffee and ice cream, what more could you ask for in BFE, Arkansas!?
Located right across the street from the Eiffel Tower, if you're passing through on your way to Mt. Magazine or simply in town for whatever reason any one would visit Paris, Arkansas, be sure to pull in and treat yourself to the finest coffee Logan County has to offer. read more