Coffee CommuniTea: Calypsos Coffee, Coeur d’Alene, ID

Today’s Cup o’ Tea
Calypsos Coffee & Creamery

Perks (what I really like!)

• Owner Maria was very accommodating and helpful for my book/music CD signing
• Fun, eclectic décor including local artists’ artwork
• Nooks and crannies with various seating types to accommodate groups and quiet conversations
• A raised platform for performances
• Free Wi-Fi

Share a cuppa (the stories)
Owners:
Local natives the Jenicek family started the business with a desire to involve themselves with the downtown business district, and to work with people who share their love of coffee. I’d say they’ve succeeded!

What’s Brewing (coffee, tea, food)

• Coffee roasted on site (wholesale and retail)
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and catering
• Ice cream (Yum!)
• Baked goods

The Grind (what I would change)
Not a thing. This is a very fun, comfortable hangout.

Percolation Factor (the activity/environment/energy/service)

• People coming in off Cd’A Lake, the City Beach and downtown shopping for a cool drink and some delicious food.
• Live music and open mic nights.
• Behind doors smart room for meeting rental.

The Grounds (location)
Downtown, one block from the Cd’A Resort and the City Beach.
116 E. Lakeside Ave.
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
208.665.0591
Email Maria-Cristina or Todd

Tea Times (hours)
Open:
M.–Th. 7 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
F. 7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sa. 8 a.m.–9 p.m.
Su. 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Yelp rating: 4.5 stars

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I love connecting people and ideas, so I’ve been creating small villages my entire life. Really, what better places can writers and musicians find to create “village” than independent coffee/tea shops? I wrote most of my Rhythms & Muse novel in coffee/tea venues, so it seemed natural to create this blog. Whether you came here to find a new favorite hangout, or suggest a spot not yet not posted, may you find Coffee CommuniTea exactly to your taste!