I really want to like the Coffee Garden but there's a number of things working against it. To begin with, the staff behind the counter are almost always too busy to look you, the customer, in the eye and greet you. All they're interested in is taking your order - at their leisure - then getting back to talking amongst themselves about whatever it was before you walked up to the counter.\r
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I also agree with the previous commenter about the attitude they have toward their nearby competitor. I'm not the least bit surprised to hear of snide behavior like this coming from the CG. Here's the thing: if I can get a BETTER-made drink and perhaps a friendly greeting, well guess what? THAT'S where I'm going to go!\r
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As for the drinks? They're ok. The mocha I had was too sweet. I would prefer it if they were served at a hotter temperature without having to ask for it. And be careful trying to walk out the door with a drink in your hand as the seats and tables are too close together and you will likely spill your coffee if you aren't paying close attention to where you're walking.\r
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About the only nice thing I have to say is that the drink I was served was given the latte art treatment in the shape of a nicely poured rosetta. That was a nice touch.\r
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To summarize, if you have to have a drink and there's no place else nearby, the Coffee Garden will suffice.\r
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Pros: Nice location in the city, independent.
Cons: Indifference to customer, crowded floor.
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