since moving out of the hood for college, i still havent found a local coffee house quite like Cartel yet. they have tons of drinks to chose from. good chai and blended coffee drinks. i always like to grab a choco scone--delicious, nice and dry. they have free wi-fi, but lighting is a little low if you want to cram a night of studying here but the atmosphere is nice. staff has always been a little odd--they are always kicking it outside and i have to ask them to get off their bums for help. i agree with the previous review--i use to be one of those high school kids. they are annoying and take the musty couches and bookcases to hide behind and make-out. some homeless and loud snoring old people too--not a great place to pick up on people. but overall, i have been going here for years and it will always have a place in my heart.\r
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next door--the gelato place is also wonderful. so many great flavors and even the lil biscuit they top off the gelato with is yummy.
Pros: local vibe, free wi-fi, good drinks and desserts
Cons: the staff, high schoolers & homeless
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