Every business starts the same way. Not with a storefront. Not with a logo. Not with a grand opening. It starts as a tiny idea that refuses to leave someone alone. An idea that shows up while you're driving home from work. While you're lying awake at 2 a.m. wondering if you're crazy enough to try. While you're doodling in a notebook or talking to a friend about what life could look like if you just took the leap. Before Coterie was a café, it was one of those ideas. A dream. And because of...

It started like any regular Friday evening. I had been at Bounce Salon when my phone started lighting up. Emails. Messages. Screenshots. People were reaching out to give me a heads up. There was a post circulating on Facebook about an upcoming event at Coterie Lounge and Cafe. Not just any post. A hateful one. My stomach dropped. The kind of drop that makes everything go quiet for a second while your brain tries to catch up. As a small business owner, it was scary. How could someone think I...

When you walk into Coterie, the first thing you might notice is the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee. But the real heartbeat of this place isn’t just the drinks—it’s the people, the laughter, and the sense of belonging that fills the air. Coterie has created a space where community thrives, where strangers become friends, and where every event offers a chance to connect in a meaningful way. A Space Designed for Connection Coterie isn’t your typical coffee shop. Beyond serving lattes that...