There's a lot going on at Irah's: coffee, froyo, oatmeal bar, digiboo movie rentals, tvs with sports and news. It's almost as if the theme is designed to distract, but things all come together in this neighborhood shop and I quite like it, thank you very much. This has quickly become my favorite spot to grab a quick latte (they brew espresso with Illy coffee pods) on my way up to Washington Park with my canine companion. At only $2.25 for a latte (when I brings my own reusable cup), you can't beat it. I also like their chipper and chatty staff that always keeps things interesting while I wait for my espresso.
Bottom line: good, cheap espresso that is better than Starbucks but has a slight risk of inexperienced barista rookie mistakes.
My message to Irah: lose the televisions. They're not cool.
My message to you: check it out on an early morning for coffee on your way up to the Rose Garden or in the evening for a stroll around Goose Hallow.
