Love Grown

slow saturday mornings on south gaylord street have a particular rhythm, and love grown fits it well. the washington park neighborhood draws people who actually live nearby, not just passing through, so the regulars here tend to be genuinely local. you're not walking into a tourist stop. love grown operates as an independent roaster, which means the coffee you're drinking was sourced and roasted with some real intention behind it, not just passed down a supply chain. the local reputation is solid, built over time rather than manufactured. if you're settling in for a few hours with a laptop, or just want something well-made before a walk around the park, south gaylord is worth the detour. start with a cortado.