Caffe Ladro

This Ladro location just opened up a few weeks ago, and it definitely feels new – the décor is beautiful and comfortable, and the entire presentation is very orderly and clean.
The café occupies a small corner of the 400 Fairview building – it has doors to the street and is open on one wall to the rest of the building. I came here late but it doesn’t seem to be a crowded location – people tend to grab a drink and move on.
There is really nothing to complain about. Plenty of seating for its size: total of 18 metal stools and chairs set at two bars (one high one low). No tables, so this may not be a great place to meet with others if table space is required – but for single or two-​person parties this setup is pretty ideal.
The prices are very reasonable – only $ 2.70 for an espresso doppio, and the most expensive drink on the menu is a 16oz mocha for $ 4.90. Kathleen was my barista today and she helpfully explained the three «Signature drinks.»
Medici = orange-​zest mocha
Gibraltar = espresso with slightly cooler milk (ask though – that’s a very weak description)
Shakerato (pronounced Shah-​kerr-​ah-​toe) = espresso mixed with cane sugar in an ice shaker. I got this (pictured) it was very good!
Got an Americano afterwards (decaf espresso this time) and it is wonderfully smooth.
Lastly, this corner is a large bus stop – if people-​watching while you drink/​work is your thing? Definitely consider this location.
Free public wifi, closes at 6pm on weekdays, and hardly crowded – an excellent spot for some solo-​coffee enjoyment.