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Overwinter Coffee

No fancy syrups or frou-frou cappuccinos at this tiny little place — just real honest-to-goodness coffee, light-roasted and smooth-drinking yet bold-flavored; a little pricey but you get what you pay for. And if you really like it (and really have money to burn), they ship the same house-roasted, expertly blended beans nationwide! Indoor seating is extremely limited, but if it's a nice day, take a seat at one of the tables set up on Roosevelt Plaza and enjoy your coffee al fresco; it's one of downtown's best people-watching spots.

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Address: 9 Genesee St
Getting there: Metro Rail: Fountain Plaza
Hours: Mon-Fri 7AM-3PM, Sat 8AM-2PM
Phone: +17164428111
Website: overwinter.coffee (opens in a new tab)

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