Random Find: Latte Cafe

Imagine you have had a very long day. Perhaps you had car trouble that delayed your trip home. You are anxious to get home, but still have nearly three hours to go. As you drive up the Central Coast, you know you need another restroom stop. You also know a caffeine infusion would do you well. You see a McDonald's and think, "well, that ought to do." Then you see it: "Peet's Coffee" and you think "OH YES!" There you find a local establishment called Latte Cafe that boasts that they proudly brew Peet's Coffee and Tea. Thank goodness! It shines like a beacon of hope. So, you park, unload your two small children and enter the establishment.

Just then...

It gets even better!

Although, according to the sign on the door, they are right at closing time, they welcome you in, allow you to use their restroom and pleasantly take your order. A moment later, you find that you need to order again and they oblige.

This experience happened on Monday, July 15.

Everyone at Latte Cafe demonstrated a welcoming attitude and served us pleasantly. I felt so incredibly satisfied by the experience, that I tipped a little more than usual. As we left, my two small children and I shared about what a great experience we had. Their open sign remained on and I suspect they may be open later than the hours I observed on the way in, but they were certainly working on cleaning up and getting ready to close for the night. I appreciated their kindness and patience with us during our short visit and I will add it to my list of good stops on the Central Coast, as this is a trip we make a few times a year.

Latte Cafe is located on Fifth Street in Gonzales, just off of 101. It appears to be in what may have previously functioned as a Starbucks. I prefer Peet's Coffee and I prefer local service, so this certainly made my trip a little easier and a lot nicer. According to their Facebook Page, they serve lunch specials. If you find yourself in the area, take a few moments and check it out or even stop in for lunch.