Taza Mia

"Fresher Coffee with Better Food" were the words that greeted us as we entered the Taza Mia, and things were looking up as we entered.

However, before we get into details, Espresso Expressed has an announcement to make, one of startling natures. Our crew of the three M's has now increased into something much bigger. Three M's and a J! We included a new member by the name of Joshua David Newman, and we think he'll do pretty good as an addition for us!

Anyway, as I was saying, things were looking up as we entered the Taza Mia. The place had an interesting look; while it was definitely not the homiest place in the world, it was a very unique looking place. Rather high techy look, but for this place it worked. Immediately upon walking in we were surprised to see that had an actual bean machine where they ground and worked their own beans! Upon asking, we learned that the workers there were all certified to actually brew their own beans and everything! It was very exciting, and one lady actually gave us a demonstration. It was good stuff :)

Upon looking around, the place was gorgeous. Like I said, not homey, but still awesome in it's own way! The walls were covered with local paintings that they were selling, and wherever they didn't have those, they had little tidbits about how coffee beans were grown and made, and all sort of random coffee trivia! It was truly lovely. However, nothing could beat the seating there. It was the most unique seating I believe we've come upon! They had nice cushy chairs, with revolving tables on either side that you could pull in front of you, or push off to the side! It was glorious, to an easily pleased aesthetic lover like myself. And in the center of the room was an awesome fireplace(which thankfully was not lit, because it was a hot day). Needless to say, the interior was awesome. Sadly, we were not able to snap any photos that day; if we ever go back, we'll get you all some :)

I feel like I've talked too much already, but there's much more to say! One of the more intriguing things about the place was that they had games and books for all ages(Amanda and I spent a good half hour playing Stratego(little does she know, I cheated it into a tie when I should have lost :O)). The coffee was rather good, as were the shakes; however, they were not spectacular. The service there was decent, but not quite as friendly as one would hope. As for location, it was an interesting location; a bit out of the way, but a very nice place right next to some good restaurants.

All in all, it was a delightful coffee shop; however, on our travels, it did not rank in the very top. After a careful discussion, we decided to give it a 6.5.