The place is small but very cute. I got their Maple Spice Latte & it was the most delicious latte I ever tasted. I overheard the conversation from their regulars, it seems like the guy makes the best cappuccino in town.
Also my friend got one of their cookies. He said it's definitely worth the cost & then some. Cute place, not tons of seating, serves only specialty coffee drinks & some fresh cookies & muffins.
I love going to eSSence to get my favorite drink which is a iced Vietnamese style coffee! Not only do they have great coffee they have fresh pastries. Mine favorite is the blueberry coffee cake:)
I work in the building and there have been times I only have a minute or two to place my order, I will tell the owner that I will be right back to pick it up but I end up getting busy with work to realize how long I've been gone and out of the kindness of their heart they will bring my drink down to me and say I didn't want it not to be good when you drink it. There are not many business that would take their time to do that.
I don't know what I would do if I ever changed my job!!!!
I am sad to see this coffee place go. I wish them the best on what ever new adventure they have planned. You guys will be truly missed!
I have been going to eSSence since their inception years ago and hands down the best coffee in the city comes out of this place. The two owners are coffee connoisseurs and truly understand what it takes to make the perfect coffee drink. The shop is cozy and the music is always pleasant and the available seating is nice too. I work in Johns Landing and have tried all of the other coffee places in the area and there is no comparison! If you want hot(or iced), delicious coffee,,,,,,, Go To Essence!
Hands down, the best coffee in Johns landing. Their ice coffee is INTENSE but well worth it when you need the extra kick. I usually get a shot in the dark. They are friendly, quirky, and appreciative of your business. I regret ever going to starbucks or elephants deli. No cookie-cutter mornings here...this is the real deal!
I love going to Essence because of the nook-in-the-wall, quiet atmosphere, great for reading a book. The coffee is good (the owner is from Sumatra and knows coffee), and music was quiet jazz last couple times.
No internet access though, and careful, the parking is paid now and they're ticket-happy (happy to give you a ticket).
Great friendly place to get a coffee! It only took a couple of orders before they were able to make my 'regular' drink without even having to ask. Good coffee and assortment of snacks.
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