I was advertising in another thread and it was suggested that I get my own thread, so here it is!



We also own a little coffee shop in OKC. Vintage Coffee at 150th and Western. It's not really a trendy and edgy kind of place, more laid back and low key. I can't do trendy + caffeine, makes me irritable! lol.

Come by and give us a shop before you decide on your favorite coffee shop. All of our beans and Teas are organic and fairly traded and taste great, we think they are the best product in the market. We love both brewed coffee and espresso drinks, you'll have to try both and tell us which you like better. We also have great frou-frou drinks for those with a sweet tooth. In fact, we created the Smooffee drink - frozen yogurt and espresso and your choice of flavor. Perhaps you've seen the Sonic copy of it with their soft serve "ice cream" and dehydrated "espresso"?


We have couches - tables - bar stools, free wifi, fresh baked goodies from Brown's Bakery and sandwiches from Kolache Kitchen. We also have a drive-thru when you are on the go.

While I'm selfishly hawking my wares, here is a list of our weekly summer night events:

Tuesday Night - Game Night. Bring your favorite board or card game and a group of friends or challenge a stranger. Also Wii games and Rock Band. $1 brewed coffee (hot or cold) if you drink it in a mug or glass.

Thursday Night - Movie Night. Staff selection of campy movies you can watch and make your own clever comments on, a la MST 3000. So far we've watched Goonies and Beetlejuice, who knows what we'll watch next?
Free Popcorn with purchase.

Friday Night - Open Mike Night. Bring a guitar or your best comedy routine.
$1-off Smooffee's and Latte's.

Saturday Night - Singles Mingle. Invite all your single friends who are tired of the bar scene. Relaxed atmosphere to meet new people.
$1 Sandwiches or Sausage Rolls.

Perhaps a dumb question, but is that NW 150th or SW 150th?

nw. -M

Perhaps a dumb question, but is that NW 150th or SW 150th?

Yup, NW. The next street north of Memorial, and just east of the intersection of Western and 150th. The street turns into 33rd a few miles east as it turns into Edmond.

Went in today at about 1:30PM. The shop is inviting. Its very clean, has fun colors and decor. Definitely pulls off the 'third place' concept well. Mid-afternoon is a slow time, so it was just I in there. Barista was very friendly, and quick to take the order. I ordered a double espresso.

Shop uses a super-auto machine. It looked like a Franke, judging by the hemispheric-looking group, but admittedly I'm no expert on such things and forgot to look at the brand.

Anyway, espresso was served on a 15-20 sec shot, with some serious blonding at the end, served in a paper cup. In fairness, I poured it into a demitasse, so my review isn't exactly perfect. Tastes like the beans are a medium-dark blend, and the coffee came out a bit under-extracted and a tad bitter.

I don't know if I was undercharged, but $1.08 for a doubleshot is among the most competitive prices in town. Kudos to the designer. The shop has a long bar which would be really cool for hanging out. That seems to becoming more and more rare, even in third wave style shops.

Definitely one of the cooler-atmosphere hang outs along the North side. There's not a lot of coffee options up in Edmond, but I think I'd probably give Allaus the edge in Coffee, though neither have a particularly great product. I'd definitely go back. Coffee shops are about a whole lot more than coffee.

Lastly, I think it would be inaccurate to insinuate that Sonic ripped off the "Smoofie." Unless I misunderstand the product, the caffè affogato is not a new concept.

Once the construction clears up in front of your store, I'll bet it really gets going. I live nearby, so I'll have to swing by to check it out.

Went in today at about 1:30PM. The shop is inviting. Its very clean, has fun colors and decor. Definitely pulls off the 'third place' concept well. Mid-afternoon is a slow time, so it was just I in there. Barista was very friendly, and quick to take the order. I ordered a double espresso.

Shop uses a super-auto machine. It looked like a Franke, judging by the hemispheric-looking group, but admittedly I'm no expert on such things and forgot to look at the brand.

Anyway, espresso was served on a 15-20 sec shot, with some serious blonding at the end, served in a paper cup. In fairness, I poured it into a demitasse, so my review isn't exactly perfect. Tastes like the beans are a medium-dark blend, and the coffee came out a bit under-extracted and a tad bitter.

I don't know if I was undercharged, but $1.08 for a doubleshot is among the most competitive prices in town. Kudos to the designer. The shop has a long bar which would be really cool for hanging out. That seems to becoming more and more rare, even in third wave style shops.

Definitely one of the cooler-atmosphere hang outs along the North side. There's not a lot of coffee options up in Edmond, but I think I'd probably give Allaus the edge in Coffee, though neither have a particularly great product. I'd definitely go back. Coffee shops are about a whole lot more than coffee.

Lastly, I think it would be inaccurate to insinuate that Sonic ripped off the "Smoofie." Unless I misunderstand the product, the caffè affogato is not a new concept.


Thanks for coming in, and thanks so much for the heads up on the espresso. I adjusted the settings to improve the taste. And yes, you were undercharged, lol. It should have been $1.75 + tax. But everyone deserves a cheap drink every now and then!

It was indeed a Franke super-auto, it's a great little machine. And the espresso blend is a medium-dark. You may have rushed the judgment a bit about our products. I'd give us another opportunity, if I were you.

And, correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't an Affogato espresso poured over gelato and then eaten with a spoon? Our smooffee is more like a shake. Before we opened I did quite a bit of research on it, and I couldn't find anyone in the US who made anything like it. I could be wrong about the Sonic deal, but the coincidence and the timing is uncanny.

Once the construction clears up in front of your store, I'll bet it really gets going. I live nearby, so I'll have to swing by to check it out.

We look forward to serving you! Yes, we are very anxious for the construction to clear up; it was started about a year ago and has been very slow going.

It doesn't look like they are making much progress. Every time I go to Vintage, the road looks about the same.

Although, IMO, Vintage is well worth driving through a little construction to get to.

Thanks for coming in, and thanks so much for the heads up on the espresso. I adjusted the settings to improve the taste. And yes, you were undercharged, lol. It should have been $1.75 + tax. But everyone deserves a cheap drink every now and then!

It was indeed a Franke super-auto, it's a great little machine. And the espresso blend is a medium-dark. You may have rushed the judgment a bit about our products. I'd give us another opportunity, if I were you.

And, correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't an Affogato espresso poured over gelato and then eaten with a spoon? Our smooffee is more like a shake. Before we opened I did quite a bit of research on it, and I couldn't find anyone in the US who made anything like it. I could be wrong about the Sonic deal, but the coincidence and the timing is uncanny.

I guess I misunderstood what the smoofie was. You're exactly right about what an affogato is. I was undet the impression that what you were serving. In any case, I'll certainly be back. A little finer grind adjustment (I assume) will go a long way.

Cheers!

A little finer grind adjustment (I assume) will go a long way.

done! I am absolutely grateful for the feedback.

It was set a little coarser due to high humidity we've been having.

Does "vintage coffee" mean the coffee is old and expired?

Does "vintage coffee" mean the coffee is old and expired?

Of course that is what it means. What a silly question. :boxing2:

Does "vintage coffee" mean the coffee is old and expired?


That was mean and unnecessary. If you were trying to be funny, add a LOL or a smiley next time.



Here's one definition of vintage.... try Google or dictionary next time if you're not familiar with a word.

Vintage:


Of or relating to a vintage.
Characterized by excellence, maturity, and enduring appeal; classic.

Vintage:


Of or relating to a vintage.
Characterized by excellence, maturity, and enduring appeal; classic.

Precisely!

We hear that joke about every 4 months.
We knew it was coming.

Seeing as how I was the one who suggested you start a new thread, I feel the need to comment as requested. I've never been to your shop, but I love MST3K and coffee so I'll try to stop by on a Thursday night to get in on that.
What are your hours? When does this movie night thing kick off?

Seeing as how I was the one who suggested you start a new thread, I feel the need to comment as requested. I've never been to your shop, but I love MST3K and coffee so I'll try to stop by on a Thursday night to get in on that.
What are your hours? When does this movie night thing kick off?

cool!

hours:
open at 6am Mon to Sat
close at 9pm (or later if people are here) Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri, Sat
close at 6pm Wed
closed Sunday

we start the movie around 7pm - I was actually thinking about getting MST3K this week, put in an "official" request and that'll seal the deal.

Been in a couple of times. Nice store.

Wish you'd have been open while OKCMallen and I were growing up. Would have been very convenient!

coffee is just brewed and tastes good.....

MST3K secured (I watched it last night) and all ready to go for Thursday night.

I live right in that area, where exactly are you located? Are you in the shopping center that has the cleaners and the karate place?

Yes. He's on the far east side of the strip, right next door to Limerick Photography studio.

Yes. He's on the far east side of the strip, right next door to Limerick Photography studio.

*DING!*

I'm at Vintage now, editing the manuscript for my next book. Very nice neighborhood coffee shop, good Latte, good prices, friendly mellow vibe. Not at all corporate. Much better than Starbucks.

I'm at Vintage now, editing the manuscript for my next book. Very nice neighborhood coffee shop, good Latte, good prices, friendly mellow vibe. Not at all corporate. Much better than Starbucks.

I know a coffee shop is not a sports bar, but do they have a TV showing the OSU game right now????

It wouldn't surprise me! They actually had a game playing last night.

Address and info is going in my navagation system in my mom-mobile!
I know for sure I'll be swinging by!

I know a coffee shop is not a sports bar, but do they have a TV showing the OSU game right now????

i'm pretty sure i did watch the OSU game that night, the bowl game right?


we have big screen LCD TV and satellite and watch all sorts of things on it? why can't a coffee house watch sports? only smokey bars are allowed to?

we also watch movies sometimes, or tv, or music, whatever. we are flexible.


UPDATE: Construction is done. Two nearby starbucks are now out of business. Business is going great, come by and check us out Monday to Saturday 6am to 9pm (wed we close a 6pm). We also have a drive-thru if you are in a hurry.

still free wifi.

Do you serve soft drinks for those non-coffee drinkers that like the coffee house atmosphere?

Coke or Pepsi?

^ They have 20 oz. Coke products. They have hot cocoa. You can have their signature "Smooffee" without espresso. Also, they have a wide assortment of pastries.

The non-coffee drinker is well taken care of there.

other non-coffee drinks

hot "No-Joe" : like a latte w/o coffee
cold "No-Joe" : like an italian cream soda
hot apple cider: caramel or cinnamon are some good flavors for this one
hot or cold fresh brewed teas: black, red, green or spicy chai
hot or cold chai tea latte

also, we can turn any drink we sell into an energy drink (like a red bull) for only $0.75 more.

we are open for any other non-coffee ideas you may have.

I'm at Vintage now, editing the manuscript for my next book. Very nice neighborhood coffee shop, good Latte, good prices, friendly mellow vibe. Not at all corporate. Much better than Starbucks.

I live a little north of there and usually stop whenever I need to pick up one of the kids at Summitt MS. Staff is always very friendly and the coffee is great.

I really miss going to Vintage Coffee. Can't wait to come in when I get home!!

thanks CaptDave, we look forward to seeing you back, be safe, and thank you for your service.

if we still haven't convinced you to try Vintage Coffee or one of your other friendly, neighborhood coffee shops...then surely this will convince you

Starbucks Introduces INSTANT coffee (http://www.starbucks.com/coffee/c17-instant-coffee.aspx) (from their own website)

don't be the last one of your friends left holding a cup with their logo on it, convert immediately!

I stopped in there one afternoon, and really liked it! It was better than Starbucks. I think I ended up getting a Late with vanilla.

I stopped in there one afternoon, and really liked it! It was better than Starbucks. I think I ended up getting a Late with vanilla.

thanks OKC4me! we also have a drive-thru if you wanna stay in your warm comfy car.

I hope they're better than Starbuck's. While Starbuck's has incredible
marketing skills, I'm not a fan of them.

I believe they burn their beans. Their City roast is almost an Espresso roast.

no burned beans here.
even our espresso has a nice full flavor w/o being burnt and bitter.

we brew coffee that people actually like, not the kind you have to grow to tolerate like bitter medicine.

*bump*

Summer Hours: Open until AT LEAST 10 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

i say AT LEAST because nearly any night we'll stay open if people are hanging out, spending money and having fun.

:doh:Jim, can I ask you about your chairs?

no burned beans here. even our espresso has a nice full flavor w/o being
burnt and bitter.

we brew coffee that people actually like, not the kind you have to grow to
tolerate like bitter medicine.

Too bad you're miles out of my area. I'm rarely out there.

The one thing I don't like about most coffee shops is that they don't use
enough coffee.

Too little coffee + too much water = bitter coffee.

Too bad you're miles out of my area. I'm rarely out there.

The one thing I don't like about most coffee shops is that they don't use
enough coffee.

Too little coffee + too much water = bitter coffee.

we are just a minute or so off the kilpatrick turnpike...

we are just a minute or so off the kilpatrick turnpike...

I live by Overholser Lake. Sometime if we're in the area we'll stop by.

It would be well worth the trip. Not only do they provide a wonderful ambiance, great coffee, and wonderful people, they support the local economy and our schools.

They were very kind to me .. I'm forever grateful. Support our Local Businesses!!!! This one's a keeper!

.oO(but are they snooty and have rules galore, and why won't anyone tell Steve about the chairs?)Oo.


stops, drops, and rolls with laughter, even if no one else finds it funny at all

It would be well worth the trip. Not only do they provide a wonderful ambiance, great coffee, and wonderful people, they support the local economy and our schools.

They were very kind to me .. I'm forever grateful. Support our Local Businesses!!!! This one's a keeper!


thanks karried!
:yourock:

Help Nominate us in the gazette Best of OKC in these categories:

* Best Coffeehouse
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* Best WiFi

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also become a fan on facebook, search "Vintage timeless Coffee" - we often run specials just for our facebook fans!

thanks!

I asked my brother about your place (he lives in Edmond). Said he drove by to check it out once, but it was closed at the moment. He loves coffee and said he'll be by again. I'm looking forward to trying it as well; my family loves coffee!

I asked my brother about your place (he lives in Edmond). Said he drove by to check it out once, but it was closed at the moment. He loves coffee and said he'll be by again. I'm looking forward to trying it as well; my family loves coffee!

our hours:
monday & tuesday - 6am to 9pm
wednesday - 6am to 6pm
thursday to saturday - 6am to 10pm
sunday - closed


look forward to meeting your family!

Come on everyone, let's support our local Coffee shop!

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My local coffee shop would be Slingers or C&J who also made the top 5.

My local coffee shop would be Slingers or C&J who also made the top 5.

that's nice.



But for the rest of you with GOOD TASTE ( :boxing2: ), please vote for us as:

* Best Coffeehouse
* Best Signature Drink
* Best Free WiFi

thanks, we appreciate your votes!

Vintage Coffee, FTW! :D

I've been to Vintage a few times and I've always had a great experience. The barista always serves a glass of ice water with my coffee or baked treat, which I never have to ask for and I really appreciate it.

Good luck to you and your "not Starbucks" shop!

thanks John, Tex and mugofbeer!

much thanks to everyone who voted for us in the BEST of OKC. we may not have the most fans, but we definitely have the BEST fans.

Sweete Memories
6501 N. May Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73116
(800) 873-0219 / (405) 842-4799

We have used them for years and their cakes are amazing. I especially like their marble cakes with cream cheese icing. You ought to call them and check them out.

Read the entire thread and never did see a reply to the question about the chairs...

That said, I'm glad to see that I'm not the only person who thinks that Starbucks' coffee tastes burnt. I like coffee made strong the way it should be made, but not burnt-tasting.

I'll be there soon. In the meantime, please also support some other local businesses, Broome's Fried Pies at Hefner & I-35, BBQ Chop Shop near Wilshire and N. May, and G.P.'s BBQ Grill out on NW Expwy near the Surrey Hills Entrance. All good people serving good food!

chairs - that is actually a carry-over from the Coffee Slingers thread, any question about chairs at vintage could probably be answered with deep cushioned couches, tables and bar stools.

cake post - wrong thread most likely.

burnt beans - not in my shop. the only reason to burn a bean is to hide poor quality so all you taste is the roast. our beans are high quality, fresh, organic and fairly-traded; no reason to hide that flavor, their roast only complements it.