Business & Tech

A New Coffee Spot in Oakville?

Join the Oakville residents who are talking online about bringing a new coffee shop with an arts scene to South County.

Could Oakville support a new coffee shop, maybe one with a quirky art scene?

Kimberly Hanan-West asked this to Oakville residents on Facebook, and so far, neighbors have been enthusiastically supportive and cautious.

"Do any of you think Oakville could support another coffee bar?" Hanan-West asked. "My current vision is something quaint and eclectic where people come together. Shop would do smoothies, coffee, jewelry and some books. Just not sure with (Starbucks) and Perk It Up nearby."

Bill Lindsay suggested she partner with Rich's Custard. "Most don't want custard in the morning or coffee at night," he said. "There are a lot of those combinations here, and they seem to do well. In fact, I take the kids for ice cream and I get a decaf in the evenings."

Hanan-West said she was looking for a place with a good-sized lobby and a drive through.

"I think Oakville is desperate for a business that promotes a community feeling," she said. "I want Oakville to have fun, community centered venues to go to, but I don't know if this bedroom community can support a coffee shop."

What do you think? Can Oakville support a coffee shop? Would you go?


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