A brand new espresso store could possibly be coming to West Allis this yr.
Ethiopian Espresso Store is being proposed for 7629 W. Greenfield Ave., within the area previously occupied by Schroeder Books.
The West Allis Plan Fee is anticipated to evaluation a particular use allow software, together with website, landscaping and architectural plans for the proposed cafe on Wednesday, based on metropolis paperwork.
Thomas and Amina Bell plan to lease the 978-square-foot area and rework the previous bookstore right into a espresso store.
It could focus on Ethiopian-style espresso, a espresso recognized for its shiny fruited and floral flavors, mild to medium physique, and complicated taste notes, based on the town and coffee-based web sites.
The Bells could not instantly be reached for an interview, however menu objects would come with varied espresso drinks and teas, in addition to pastries, soup, salads, chilly sandwiches, fruit and wholesome snacks obtainable for dine-in or carryout, based on the town.
The entrance of the store would characteristic buyer seating, and the again can be remodeled right into a prep kitchen.
A flooring plan submitted to the town reveals seating for 22 clients, with eight two-person tables and 6 seats alongside a counter by the entrance home windows.
Reworking is estimated to price $20,000. If authorised, work might start in March or April.
Relying on how building goes, the store could possibly be open by late spring or summer season, stated West Allis Planning and Zoning Supervisor Steve Schaer.
Proposed hours for the store are 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday by Saturday and 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.
If the plan fee provides the inexperienced mild, a public listening to is anticipated to be held on the frequent council assembly Feb. 17.
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