Mugshots
Given the success of the original Mugshots location in Fairmount, it’s no surprise that owners Jill and Angie have opened a second location, this time in Manayunk. Mugshots part two, just off Main Street, is on par with the original, but a little less noisy (the Fairmount shop sees more than its share of weekday mum-and-crying-baby combos in this coffee lover’s opinion). The layout is different, with the counter immediately on the left as you enter. With little room to accommodate a line, expect it to stretch out onto the sidewalk if more than a few customers are waiting. But fear not: there’s plenty of seating in the back, once you’ve obtained your preferred goodies. Parking is a 24-hour disaster, as can be expected in Manayunk; take public transportation or alternate means if you can. But the trip is worth it. As with the original, you’ll find a healthy selection of Fair Trade coffees and locally grown goods; “Expect Organic” would be a reasonable slogan. If you’re looking to cool off or recharge after a workout, try a smoothie. Otherwise, grab a coffee and a very tasty bagel or a sandwich, and enjoy the (relative) silence.
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