Today Just Us! Coffeehouse, Barrington (1715 Barrington Street) posted a sign in its window alerting java drinkers and passerby that the location would be closed permanently as of October 30. It made the move to its current location, from 1678 Barrington, back in April. Later today, Just Us! Coffee’s Facebook page posted the following: Dear […]
Just Us! Coffeehouse, Barrington
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Best Specialty Coffee
Gold Winner Steve-O-Reno’s Cappuccino Cafe Silver Winner Java Blend Coffee Roasters Bronze Winner Just Us! Coffeehouse, Barrington Walk into Steve-O-Reno’s on a typical morning and the smell of fresh-baked pastries and fresh brewed coffee will greet you before you can say “cappuccino.” Serving up the best in specialty coffee for over 15 years, these Americanos and […]
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Just Us! Barrington is moving
After eight years in its quaint little nook on Barrington Street, Just Us! Coffeehouse (1678 Barrington Street, 422-5651) is ready for a change. The cafe decided it had outgrown its much-loved space just after Christmas, nearly simultaneously to the closure of Oddjects (1717 Barrington Street), one block north. While most people hop on the negative […]
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Best Hot Chocolate
You have to wonder if The Powers That Be at this particular coffee company realized just how popular its line of chocolate would become? With hot chocolate coming in classic, spicy and peppermint varieties (and a soy milk option), it’s not a surprise that Just Us! has been named Best Hot Chocolate for the third […]
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Barrington Street 2011 Rumours
It’s certainly not too early to start talking about 2011 in local business. If everything goes well, Shoptalk has heard the good people at Just Us! will be opening a cafe at the Khyber (1588 Barrington Street, 422-9668). More info to come as we (over)hear it.
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Go local on Barrington Street
We’ve all heard about the problems on Barrington Street, but the real story might be how longtime retailers have managed to survive and even thrive downtown, despite the closure of businesses, which recently have included CD Plus, Carsand Mosher and Peep Show Girly Boutique. And at press time, we’re receiving word that locally owned outdoor […]
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They’re back….University students return
We’re all about to get hit. No, not with a hurricane, necessarily—even though we have seen a couple of tropical storms already in August. We’re talking about the storm of the student body, Hurricane Academe. Most businesses in town will be boosted by the sudden increase in the local population, either directly or indirectly. Some […]
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Best Barista
“I have a humongous genuine smile,” says Young, letting us in on the secret of his popularity. Even though he’s only worked at the Barrington Street location of Just Us! for less than a year, his customers have taken to him very quickly and with stalwart support. “That’s what I thought,” he says. His favourite […]
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Best Cafe
If The Coast gave an award for most award-winning, Just Us! (with a location on Barrington and at 5896 Spring Garden, 423-0856) would win hands down, with four wins this year. Their secret to success? “The social awareness we bring forward,” says inventory manager Frani Chandler, referencing the company’s commitment to fair trade and environmental […]
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Best Coffee (Espresso-based)
First runner up: Steve O Reno’s Cappucino Second runner up: Carlitos Cafe
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Best Coffee (Regular)
First runner up: Java Blend Coffee Roasters Second runner up: Carlitos Cafe