Their coffee wouldn't rank as my favorite in town but as they're located just across the street from work, it's really convenient. On the other hand the chocolate chuck cookie they make is really, really good and I highly recommend trying one....or two.

I was introduced to the Wired Monk a couple months ago and was very surprised. If you're looking for a good espresso, here's the place for you! Its nice and strong and their single is equivalent to most coffee shops' double, all at the same price. Great smoothies, a variety of sandwiches which I bet most people have never tried, and yes, a liquor license.

A nice quiet place to sit down with a friend and enjoy the atmosphere. The food was good and the service was great. They also serve martini's and beer which I wasn't aware of - might be a good place to have a drink with a friend in the evening.

I wish we had one in Dartmouth in our neighborhood. Such a great coffee shop and community spot with local poetry night and musicians.

The California bagels, with avocado is a very tasty sandwich.

Not close enough to downtown to walk for lunch, but it's a cool weekend hang-out for the trendy South-End crowd.

They host local musicians downstairs and have a liquor license too, if you like your coffee with a splash of alcohol.

Espresso is the base ingredient for all the specialty coffees here, so your caffeine craving can always be met! Great baked items too. It's a bit out of the way if you don't live within the neighbourhood, but it's a great alternative to the bigger coffee chains.