Manhattan coffee shop opens new cafe in Columbus
New York City-based coffee shop and roastery Manjul has opened a Columbus cafe at 230 E. 5th Ave. in Weinland Park. The coffee shop, which has its original cafe in the SoHo neighborhood in Manhattan, features a sizable coffee menu, matcha, tea and pastries. The expansive corner space on the ground floor of Thrive Companies' 4th & 5th Apartments features floor-to-ceiling windows, with a long coffee bar and plenty of seating at tables and benches. Guests get a full view of the coffee preparation, from baristas pulling shots of espresso to brewing pour-overs and crafting matcha. The coffee menu covers a spectrum, from espresso drinks to pour-over coffees and cold brew to specialty lattes. Complementing the beverage program is a selection of sweet and savory bites. Over the opening weekend, Nov. 6-8, Manjul featured croissants, tomato and cheese tarts, brioche-like maritozzo filled with lemon curd, chocolate batons and a ciabatta sandwich with grilled chicken, tomato and arugula. Satisfy your hunger for food news. Subscribe to Columbus Monthly's weekly dining newsletter, Copy & Taste. The company's SoHo shop and website promote Manjul as a coffee-clothing lifestyle brand offering men's and women's fashions alongside coffee-brewing equipment. Hence, there is a small retail