Espresso Roma is a small café with wireless internet access, food, coffee, beer, etc. They're kind of a jack-of-all trade, but they're definitely a master of none. While they're the only place in Elmwood to get a beer, the beer is not usually that cold, and the service is not very friendly. Last time I went there, there was a horrible smell in the whole place, which forced us to sit outside. The small patio is nice, but even out there, we could smell the inside stink coming toward us. This seemed to be a one-time occurrence, but the not-so-friendly service is not. I've never encountered nice or friendly staff there, and, usually that's what I'm looking for in a neighborhood coffee shop. I say if you want to take a friend, bring a nose plug just in case, and sit outside and enjoy the nice weather in Elmwood.
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