Center Avenue Coffee
Known For
- •Hazelnut latte
- •Avocado toast with sea salt, olive oil, and red pepper flakes
- •Macchiato with perfect foam
Insider Tips
Best Time
Mid-morning for relaxed browsing and fresh pastries
Ideal For
Pro Tip
Order your drink to-go and explore Shaw’s Marketplace while you wait.
Editorial Review
Center Avenue Coffee sits tucked inside Shaw's Marketplace, a historic laundry now humming with the quiet buzz of local commerce. The aroma of freshly ground beans mingles with the subtle scent of vintage wood and artisan goods, creating an atmosphere that's both relaxed and alive. Here, the baristas know their craft—perfecting the delicate foam atop a macchiato one moment, layering sea salt over avocado toast the next. Locals drift in for their morning fix or linger with friends, while the occasional visitor stumbles upon this oasis during a downtown stroll. The space doubles as a community anchor: you can sip a hazelnut latte while browsing handmade wares or chatting with small-business owners who share this eclectic marketplace. In a town where everyone seems to know your name, Center Avenue Coffee quietly bridges old-school hospitality and contemporary flavor. It’s not just about caffeine—it’s about connection, curiosity, and savoring small-town Texas culture at its most genuine.
Price Level
$
Website
www.shawsbrownwood.comContact
+1 325-998-7429
Hours
- Sunday: Closed
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 10AM - 1PM
- Wednesday: 10AM - 1PM
- Thursday: 10AM - 1PM
- Friday: 10AM - 1PM
- Saturday: 10AM - 4PM
Frontier Insights
Exceptional quality, virtually uncharted
Only 7 reviews but 4.9 stars
No TripAdvisor presence - true local spot
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