Higher Ground

Coffee Shop: Higher Ground Cafe
Address:2300 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC.
Date: Sept. 5th, 2011
Drink: Small Mocha Frappe

Yet another day on the 99 B-Line and in need of a coffee. The stop this time: Arbitus (or if you're going east, Maple). You have to walk about a block down to 2300 West Broadway to reach this sweet little cafe but it's worth it to forgo to chains of starbucks and blendz. I made it just in the nick of time on this holiday and caught them before closing. I love the vibe of this place, all wood floors, tables and chairs and an interesting chandelier that a customer commented about not wanting to clean (Me either!).
I ordered a small mocha frappe and was served pretty quickly. While I waited, I sat and listened to Jack Johnson, which I have to say, is pretty much the best coffee shop music you can find. Higher Grounds seems like a relaxed place where I could hang out on a sunny afternoon. Which is why I hate to say I wasnt too impressed with the drink, it was a little chalky and watery. Usually I am not one to order a blended drink but on a hot day it seemed like a no-brainer. Although I was not completely blown away by the coffee, I know I will head back and give it another try. Maybe you should too! Half the fun about going to a coffee shop is the atmosphere and I like the relaxed homey feeling here. Nice to find another cute place to stop on the B-Line.


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