Ready to get to know the newest businesses to open in Columbus? From an Asian-influenced cafe to a pop-up matcha bar, read on to see the newest destinations to open near you.
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
A University District newcomer, Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, is a coffee and tea spot, offering desserts and sandwiches. It's located at 15 E. 17th Ave.
Sudhindra Jadcherla, owner of the new location of the Michigan-based chain, told Columbus Underground that Sweetwaters' Asian and global influences set it apart. “We have many offerings that aren’t found at your average coffee shop."
Among them are the Dragon Eye, a blend of coffee and sweetened condensed milk, and French Vietnamese au lait. A business specialty is frozen drinks like the Ice Dragons, blends of espresso, cream, whipped cream and various flavorings, such as caramel, strawberry, lemonade and chocolate. There are also the expected lattes, cappuccinos and chais, as well as pastries and other sweets.
The Roosevelt Coffeehouse
The Roosevelt Coffeehouse is a coffee roastery that recently opened at 462 W. Broad St. in Franklinton.
Part of the new Gravity Project artist complex, The cafe serves up its own roasted blends of coffee and espresso in macchiato, cappuccino, latte, mocha and more, with various milk alternatives. It also offers sodas, juices, cupcakes, bagels, doughnuts and gluten-free pastries.
Potion Matcha Bar
A new addition to town, Potion Matcha Bar is a pop-up coffee and tea spot and organic store.
Check Potion Matcha Bar's Facebook page for its current location. It offers unexpected matcha flavors, like doughnut and pink guava, made with high-quality, ceremonial-grade matcha. It also offers matcha-related kitchen and health merchandise.
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