Many customers have confessed to Dave that they drove to the East side of town for good coffee before the opening of Zen. But the coffee alone is worth the trip. Zen uses coffee roasted locally, unlike most other coffeehouses. The Bechtals found not only quality in local roaster Grant Tomlin's beans, but social consciousness as well. The place offers beverages on the premises, as well as beans to go.
Good coffee is as much about the brew as it is about with whom and where it's sipped.
Cincinnati's coffeehouses appeal to a wide range of patrons, from coffee connoisseurs to those who want to just sit and linger over a hot cup. Although the national chains may be convenient, with so many homegrown choices, folks can find unique experiences at every visit with local favorites. The views expressed in these pages do not necessarily represent those of the publishers. Entire contents are copyright 2000 Lightborne Publishing Inc. and may not be reprinted in whole or in part without prior written permission from the publishers. Unsolicited editorial or graphic material is welcome to be submitted but can only be returned if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope.