I've been to Kray's Coffee about four times now, and I've genuinely enjoyed every visit. At this point, it's officially in my regular rotation of coffee spots whenever I want to relax, work on my laptop, or grab a good breakfast/lunch.
The shop itself is medium-sized but laid out really well, with plenty of seating options depending on what kind of vibe you're looking for. There are standard tables and chairs throughout, a larger community-style table in the back that seats around 8 people (great for study groups, meetings, birthdays, etc.), and even a cozy couch area if you want to lounge and chat.
But the most unique feature? The swings.
Facing the counter, there are three individual swings by the windows where you can gently swing while sipping your coffee and watching people come and go outside. On the other side, there's also a swing bench/table setup that can fit about four people. It gives the whole place a really fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Funny enough, my first visit I accidentally took up the larger swing table by myself until I noticed the small sign asking guests to leave it available for larger groups . Once I finished eating, I moved over to one of the single swings instead. It's clear this place stays busy because people genuinely enjoy being there.
Coffee Highlights
I've tried quite a few drinks so far, and honestly, every one has been a hit:
Iced Banana Bread Latte
Coconut Macadamia Bliss (both iced and hot)
Irish Cream Condensed Breve
Tiramisu Latte
Traditional White Chocolate Mocha
The Coconut Macadamia Bliss and Banana Bread Latte especially stood out. Smooth, flavorful, and not overly sweet.
Food
The food has also been consistently solid.
Favorites so far:
Turkey, avocado & cheese panini with chips
Breakfast ciabatta panini with egg, bacon, and cheese
Both sandwiches were filling, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the coffee. I've also tried a couple pastries during my visits, and those were excellent too.
For around $25, you can realistically get:
A premium coffee
A quality sandwich
Chips/snack
...and walk away completely satisfied.
Atmosphere & Service
One thing I really appreciate is how kind and helpful the staff always are. I'm the type of person who constantly asks:
"What's your favorite?" or "What's the most popular drink?"
Every time, the employees have been patient, friendly, and full of good recommendations--which has helped me navigate the menu and try new things I probably wouldn't have ordered otherwise.
The shop is also quiet enough to comfortably work or have conversations without yelling over people, which is a huge plus for me.
They also offer free Wi-Fi, and it has worked flawlessly every time I've been there while doing laptop work.
It also looks like they rotate seasonal drinks, which I'm excited to keep checking out as the menu changes.
Overall
Great coffee, great food, comfortable atmosphere, friendly staff, and a genuinely unique setup.
If you're looking to expand your coffee shop rotation or want a place that works equally well for relaxing, studying, or grabbing lunch, I'd highly recommend giving Kray's Coffee a try.
- Dr. Rick read more