  Mbr Member Username: Mbr Post Number: 54 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 69.136.139.235 |
What's the deal with the coffee shop in the Forest Arms Apartments on the corner of 2nd and Forest. Is it open now? Was it closed recently? Is it good? | ||
Gravitymachine Member Username: Gravitymachine Post Number: 959 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 198.208.159.20 |
I just moved from that block 2 months ago....never once saw it open | ||
Merchantgander Member Username: Merchantgander Post Number: 1690 Registered: 01-2005 Posted From: 150.198.150.244 |
The place doesn't have very long hours but it is open. Their store Hours: Sunday 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed Friday Closed Saturday 2:00 AM to 3:30 AM For some reason they are having trouble building a customer base. | ||
Chitaku Member Username: Chitaku Post Number: 10 Registered: 03-2006 Posted From: 68.43.107.72 |
can't imagine why, it's always open during prime hours. | ||
Boo Member Username: Boo Post Number: 119 Registered: 01-2004 Posted From: 63.117.185.99 |
i was there this morning and there were three "baristas" working, which i thought was odd since i was the only one in there. it is small but cozy but it is going to be hard to compete to attractions closer to campus. for now they must close up by 7:00p on the weekdays since they are located in a residential building- i think they are trying to work through that with management to extend their hours. | ||
Sharmaal Member Username: Sharmaal Post Number: 764 Registered: 09-2004 Posted From: 136.1.1.101 |
Is that the place called the "Amsterdam" ? | ||
Spaceboykelly Member Username: Spaceboykelly Post Number: 135 Registered: 04-2005 Posted From: 69.246.30.248 |
They don't have a very obvious storefront. I noticed two flags hoisted above the sign, and I guess that's about it... Anyone have any idea of their real hours? | ||
Jfried Member Username: Jfried Post Number: 768 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 209.131.7.190 |
boo were you really there this past wednesday? | ||
Boo Member Username: Boo Post Number: 121 Registered: 01-2004 Posted From: 63.117.185.99 |
yup, i was. wednesday morning. i had a discussion about the color orange with the crew. | ||
Jfried Member Username: Jfried Post Number: 772 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 209.131.7.190 |
boo - then do you know the regular hours? | ||
Detroitduo Member Username: Detroitduo Post Number: 564 Registered: 06-2005 Posted From: 194.138.39.54 |
Orange rocks, if you are Dutch.... | ||
Boo Member Username: Boo Post Number: 122 Registered: 01-2004 Posted From: 63.117.185.99 |
i think they are open until 7:00p on weekdays and they are scheduled to be open on both sat/sun, not sure how early or late. orange=decaf=beware! | ||
Iddude313 Member Username: Iddude313 Post Number: 19 Registered: 07-2005 Posted From: 70.236.201.123 |
I received this info from a friend today. I guess its supposed to be fair trade/organic. I'll check it out. Amsterdam Espresso: 4639 2nd Ave. Detroit (corner of Forest & 2nd Ave.) Hours of operation: Mon. – Fri. 7am – 7pm Sat. & Sun. 9am – 9pm | ||
Jfried Member Username: Jfried Post Number: 788 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 209.131.7.190 |
boo don't lie http://www.modeldmedia.com/dev elopmentnews/amsterdam39.aspx | ||
Nanners Member Username: Nanners Post Number: 6 Registered: 03-2006 Posted From: 68.79.98.191 |
I was in there yesterday to see the place, try the coffee, and read my Sunday paper. Very friendly, laid back, bright and comfy, good coffee (I'll get a stronger roast next time), ability to enjoy a smoke if you like (but not a smokey place if you don't like), it will be good when they get a larger schedule of regulars. | ||
Grace_detroit Member Username: Grace_detroit Post Number: 1 Registered: 04-2006 Posted From: 69.136.147.79 |
Here's the truth about US! This our third week of business. If you haven't been in yet, please come by & see for yourself! ------------------------ Now open for business daily Monday - Friday 7am to 7pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am to 9pm (*Extended Hours coming soon!): AMSTERDAM ESPRESSO 4639 Second Avenue - under the bright blue awning, on the corner of Forest and 2nd Avenue, in mid-town Detroit's Cass Corridor; a genuine "neighborhood coffee shop", with a friendly, community oriented atmosphere. Specializing in a variety of locally roasted, fair trade coffees; some organic and shade grown. Featuring Lavazza espresso, "Italy's Favourite Coffee" and Motor Cityblend as the house coffee, as well as a wonderful Sumatra, available now, for a very limited time. The friendly, well-trained barista can pull a traditional Ristretto (restricted) shot or make a variety of authentic coffee drinks with one of many, yummy flavors of the all natural "1883" brand french syrups, or Ghiradelli chocolate, white chocolate and caramel, using whole, low-fat or soy milk. Round out the experience with one of our all natural snacks, baked fresh daily, right here in our own neighborhood. Non coffee-drinkers can enjoy a Chai or one of our wonderful, aromatic Harney & Sons teas, hot chocolate, or a Steamer (steamed milk with flavored syrup); and coming soon: a full line of all natural cold drinks. Relax and get to know your neighbors on comfy, indoor seating with wi-fi access, as well as outdoor, cafe seating. Owners Hali Stone and David Bedient, both native Detroiters, and city residents, encourage you to stay a while, if you can, and engage in stimulating conversation with new and old friends. "Everyone likes good things." is our motto and our goal is to provide just that. (Message edited by grace_detroit on April 14, 2006) | ||
Eric_c Member Username: Eric_c Post Number: 701 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 68.250.202.175 |
Welcome to the forum Grace_detroit and best wishes with your business. I'll be in to see you, for sure! | ||
Lowell Board Administrator Username: Lowell Post Number: 2469 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 66.167.210.27 |
Welcome to the forum Grace and good luck with your business. The location is interesting as there is a lot of coffee house types in that neighborhood of apartments and students and faculty. Are you in that space where the record shop used to be? A non franchise coffee house has been a missing element since Zoots [think that was the name] closed. It was next to the Bronx bar. [BTW, even though you violated the forum policy on advertising, you get a pass this time as it is relevant news. But you owe me a free cup of coffee when I show up.  ] | ||
Drdetroit Member Username: Drdetroit Post Number: 15 Registered: 04-2006 Posted From: 199.179.239.251 |
Grace - any direct connect to internet besides wi fi? |
