Cake and the Beanstalk

The new coffee shop that replaced Flying Monkey Deuce on Locust street, Cake and the Beanstalk, is finally opened. I had the chance to stop by with a friend who I have not seen in ages to do some catching up.  First of all, the staff is out-of-this-world friendly!  Making me feel welcomed and right at home, I happily ordered my usual non-fat, chai latte, which was delish and almost a whole dollar cheaper than other surrounding coffee shops in the neighborhood.  Cha-ching!  To go along with my latte, I ordered the chocolate covered banana cake, which they claimed was their specialty (all treats are made in-house), and it certainly hit the spot.  The space is perfect for taking a break out of your day to enjoy some treats/catch-up with a friend/do some reading/etc.  There will be outdoor seating for the warmer weather, and the view of the garden next door is an added bonus for stopping at Cake and the Beanstalk.  One last thing, in all my chatting/catching-up with my friend, I mistakenly left my purse next to our table at the shop and did not realize this for well over 3 hours.  In a panic, I ran to the shop and was welcomed with a recognizing smile and a cheerful nod, and voila! my lost purse was found completely intact and with all of its contents accounted for.  If you're in the neighborhood, this coffee shop is a must stop!