Description
This is a stealth Starbucks. The cushy couches and the low-key vibe might fool some for a sec, but that's the unmistakable scent of mega-success wafting through the rarefied air. The big brains at Charbucks Central decided to mine all the cool tricks they've seen around this coffee-obsessed city and re-brand. It's really pretty brilliant. Especially because it means you can get a shot of espresso or a glass of wine, depending on your mood. Yes, boys and girls, this is a grad-school version of Starbucks, meant for sophisticated conversation over Chardonnay. It just might fly if the food selection didn't suck like every other Starbucks. Come on Howard. You're going to have to do better than pre-packaged blah chow if you want to hang with the super-chill coffee crowd.
