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Beloved Neighborhood Pharmacy & Post Office Here to Stay – And now, with coffee!

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Natali Carrera
Natali Carrera is a devoted coffee addict who also loves her teenage son, her husband of 18 years and shopping small & local. She is the founder & CEO of parent support non-profit Success Together, Inc. and has been a freelance content creator for FresYes.com for 7 years. Natali is a lifelong Fresno resident, unrelenting cheerleader and Fresno State grad.
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Allen and Lynn Taylor opened their northwest Fresno-based Bullard Pharmacy more than 50 years ago, and the combination neighborhood pharmacy, gift shop and postal counter has been a beloved staple for those in the area for just as long. The Taylors and their staff have always been known for their exceptional customer service, and many northwest Fresno residents go to the postal counter within the Bullard Pharmacy almost exclusively, thanks to their very helpful staff who will take the time to advise you on how to ship things economically and in the best possible packages.

Lynn and Allen Taylor, Bullard Pharmacy founders and beloved royalty as far as customer service goes!

Living near Bullard Pharmacy, I was one of many who has used their postal counter for almost all of my USPS needs for more than ten years now, and I was saddened to hear that the Taylors were planning to retire his past December and so far had not found a buyer for the store. The pharmacy portion of the business was sold, however the gift shop and postal counter remained with an uncertain future, as did their staff.

Along with so many others, I was thrilled to learn that Bullard Pharmacy had been purchased and would remain open complete with postal counter and the addition of a new highly sought-after feature – a Peet’s Coffee counter! Since early 2021, the store, now known as “The Post” has been undergoing remodeling inside, with a clearance of older merchandise and new displays featuring boutique and local goods taking their places.

The Post with its new signage located on the NW corner of Bullard and West

The postal counter moved from its smaller, former location along the store’s back wall to the larger and more open former pharmacy counter (a much needed shift too, as the holiday influx of packages would often leave the post office workers with little room to stand in the hours just before the postman came for his late afternoon pick up). Peet’s Coffee has now been setup in the former postal area and is expected to begin serving this month!

The new, expanded postal counter inside The Post
Peet’s Coffee Counter inside The Post, prepared to open this month!
Peet’s Coffee Menu

Whether you’ve been a long time customer who was concerned Bullard Pharmacy and its postal counter would close, or if you’ve never been but like to buy local, love a postal counter with great service or Peet’s Coffee, you’ll definitely want to stop by The Post soon! Keep up with all the changes as well as their awesome selection of incoming, ever-changing products via their Facebook page.

Let It Grow Fresno Opens Brick & Mortar House Plant Shop

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Natali Carrera is a devoted coffee addict who also loves her teenage son, her husband of 18 years and shopping small & local. She is the founder & CEO of parent support non-profit Success Together, Inc. and has been a freelance content creator for FresYes.com for 7 years. Natali is a lifelong Fresno resident, unrelenting cheerleader and Fresno State grad.
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This is not the first time nor will it be the last time I was excited to share something with you about one of my favorite hobby – houseplants. However, in this article two of my favorite things collide: houseplants and locally owned small business! Let It Grow Fresno is a company that started on Instagram and has grown steadily over the past several months and amasses a cult following with its friendly customer service, affordable weekly plant delivery options and wide variety of uncommon and beautiful houseplants.

I had the opportunity to interview Kelly, co-owner of the company about the business and its up and coming opening in its new storefront located at 529 E. Shields.

Let It Grow Fresno co-owners Daniel & Kelly (image credit: Let It Grow Fresno)

FresYes: Tell us a little about yourselves, your background and your ties to Fresno.

Kelly: I have lived in Fresno my whole life. I grew up in Clovis and was a musical theater and performance addict. I have performed with just about every local theater company. Then I founded Aerial Arts. I taught and ran the aerial arts program at Cal Arts Academy and ran the non-profit Aerial Arts Fresno before the pandemic hit and everything shut down. My partner Daniel is from Byron, Texas and moved to Fresno six years ago to pursue his Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. After completing his degree, he worked in the field for a bit before going back to his roots as a swim coach. He currently coaches online classes for Clovis Community College. Daniel is an avid movement enthusiast who loves hiking, rock climbing and acro-yoga (which is how we met, in an acro-yoga class).

A Puppy Tail Cactus hangs in the window at Let It Grow Fresno

FresYes: How long ago did you start Let It Grow Fresno as a business, and did you always envision having your own storefront?

Kelly: We posted our first post on Instagram in July, 2020 and never imagined it would have turned into what it is now! What started as a hobby turned into a full blown business in a matter of a couple of months and we just took things as they came. As soon as we realized we may actually be able to support our little family working for ourselves, doing something that we are actually passionate about we were like, well let’s go for it. Let’s invest in ourselves! I think just a couple months in I was already looking for spaces. 

Plants basking in the sun at the new Let It Grow Fresno location

FresYes: How did you decide on the location for your new store, and what do you love about it?

Kelly: It kind of just fell into our lap and we really feel like it was just meant to be. We were at a point where we had decided that we weren’t going to actively look for a space — especially with the pandemic and there being so much risk when it comes to being able to remain open. 

I was on a walk in my neighborhood and ran into Nichole Castech, Daniel’s insurance agent. She was moving her business into a new building and that meant that she needed someone to take over her lease on her current building. It just so happens that I have actually admired this space for some time because she had a lot of plants in the window, it has optimal natural lighting, and it is walking distance from our home. One of my favorite things about the space is how it feels. It feels like community.

Nichole extended her hand to us and helped us get into this space out of the kindness of her heart because like us, she believes in our little Fresno local business community. So I just feel very grateful for that and for the opportunities our store can bring that will enable us to pay it forward to others in our community.

Snake plants potted and ready for sale

FresYes: What types of plants and pottery would you say are your specialty?

Kelly: House plants are our specialty! We are also striving to carry planters and products from local (California-based) or small businesses (US-based)!

FresYes: Do you have a favorite plant? And, is there a plant variety even you struggle with at times?

Kelly: My favorites right now have been Calatheas! I just love how they are always in motion. I always struggle with certain types of delicate ferns… but who doesn’t? 

This is a calathea of my own, purchased from Let It Grow Fresno – NC

FresYes: Anything else you’d like our readers to know?

Kelly: We are just so grateful to our customers who have become our friends! We love seeing your plant pics and look forward to having you in the shop! Though we are near ready to open the store, we will not be open to the public, as we will be doing private shopping appointments due to the pandemic. We feel like it is our responsibility to be as cautious as we can in our personal lives in order to not spread Covid to any of our customers or their families!

Crotons, Aloe and String of Turtle plants await you at Let It Grow Fresno

In addition to private shopping appointments, you can shop Let It Grow Fresno’s inventory anytime on their new website at www.letitgrowFresno.com or via their Instagram. Local delivery is available weekly for a small fee. Happy plant shopping!

Sweet Thistle Farms Offers Beautiful Outdoor Experiences

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Natali Carrera is a devoted coffee addict who also loves her teenage son, her husband of 18 years and shopping small & local. She is the founder & CEO of parent support non-profit Success Together, Inc. and has been a freelance content creator for FresYes.com for 7 years. Natali is a lifelong Fresno resident, unrelenting cheerleader and Fresno State grad.
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Life in the time of COVID has forced us to think differently about how we spend our leisure time or attempt a date night. Many of our favorite options from before COVID are either not an option currently, or carry with them a certain level of risk.

Since experts advise spending time with your household members or small groups and outdoors to minimize risk, I’ve been seeking out unique experiences to share with you here that may bring fun to your weekends while keeping you relatively safe.

This week, I present to you Sweet Thistle Farms — a beautiful, flower-filled farm that allows you the opportunity to pick your own bouquet, pick-up a pre-made bouquet, or even enjoy a special date night complete with wine tasting and charcuterie boxes.

Flowers collected by a friend on her recent visit to Sweet Thistle Farms

Sweet Thistle Farms is located in Clovis just east of Academy off of Shaw at 5365 N. Mendocino Ave. This year’s U-Pick season kicked off last weekend (June 13th) runs each weekend. If you decide to go, flowers range from $1-$3 each or you can fill an entire bucket full for $30.

My friend Amanda, her mother, sister in law and niece filling buckets with gorgeous Sweet Thistle blooms during opening weekend

Sweet Thistle will be hosting a Friday Date Night on June 26th from 5-8pm and it sounds like it may become a semi-regular occurrence during the warm weather months. Local wines will be offered for tasting, Rocky Oaks Goat Creamery will be offering cheese boxes to nibble on and guests are encouraged to pick their own bouquets and bring a picnic blanket to relax on and enjoy the evening surrounded by natural beauty.

If you’re lucky, you may even make a furry friend at Sweet Thistle!

If you visit, please note you’ll be walking through flower fields and will brush against plants, so you may prefer pants and/or tennis shoes. If visiting during the day time, don’t forget sunscreen and water. Additionally, since it is a flower field – there are bees present. Bees are an asset and so important for all of our crops. The bees at Sweet Thistle are much more interested in the flowers than they are interested in you, and are generally not aggressive – however, if you or someone in your family has a severe allergy, please take that into consideration.

Just looking to take a nice drive and purchase a ready-made bouquet? Sweet Thistle has a roadside stand that they regularly replenish with flowers for sale, ready to take home!

For additional details on all Sweet Thistle has to offer, visit them on Facebook or Instagram. Happy picking!

Hero Alliance Provides True Superhero Experience for Valley Kids

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Natali Carrera is a devoted coffee addict who also loves her teenage son, her husband of 18 years and shopping small & local. She is the founder & CEO of parent support non-profit Success Together, Inc. and has been a freelance content creator for FresYes.com for 7 years. Natali is a lifelong Fresno resident, unrelenting cheerleader and Fresno State grad.
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Historically, here on FresYes.com, our web traffic statistics have shown us that our readers really like when we share great, local birthday party options that you can book for your child’s next celebration. If you’ve got a little one who’s into superheroes – I’ve got a great local company to share with you!

Have you ever watched a movie or a tv show that features a kid’s birthday scene in which the parents hire a costumed superhero or princess to make an appearance at the party? Odds are you’ve seen this common movie trope. Sometimes this situation goes well, the dressed-up character is convincing, the kids (well, actor kids) go nuts and it makes for a great party. Other times, particularly in comedies, the costumed performer falls a bit (or a lot!) short of expectations and hilarity ensues as the kids make skeptical comments about whether it’s really Elsa, or Anna, or Batman.

Two weeks ago, I attended my nephew’s 5th birthday party and he is a BIG Spider-man fan. Halfway through the party, imagine his excitement when Spider-man rang the doorbell and said he was there to hang out with him and his friends! Dear Fresnans, this Spider-man was GOOD!

Spider-Man arrived at the birthday and was happy to go along with whatever the birthday boy wanted to play for a bit – they toured the yard together.

My own son was a pretty big Spider-man fan around the ages of 4-7, and he would have likely lost his little kid mind if a convincing Spider-man had shown up at his party. So, far all of you with children in the age range who could have their day, no year absolutely made by their favorite hero or heroine showing up as a guest at their home – I’ve got all the details on a fantastic company in Fresno providing an exceptional character experience.

The company you’ll want to be sure you follow on social and keep for reference in your phone is the Hero Alliance: Heroes for Hire. Hero Alliance is a locally owned company that promises the most authentic character experience and the most realistic costumes in the Central Valley. “We are a group of individuals that believe in keeping imagination alive by providing the most authentic, realistic superhero entertainment for you and your loved ones. Not only do we look the part, but we ACT the part!” Having seen Hero Alliance’s Spider-man in action, I can confirm that this is definitely the case.

When Spiderman arrived at my nephew’s party, his costume was very believable and he moved the way Spiderman moves, and made hand gestures like Spiderman makes. He was friendly and immediately interactive with all the young children at the party, following them into the two-story play structure in the yard (as requested by the children) then posing for pictures with the kids in quintessential Spiderman poses. After picture time, an un-costumed member of the Hero Alliance team (all staff wore Hero Alliance shirts and were friendly and professional) began painting faces with Spiderman themed artwork (she was calm, sweet and patient with each wiggly little one) and a couple other members of the team began setting up what appeared to be some sort of obstacle course.

Spider-man face paint being applied

The course turned out to be the Superhero Training Grounds and after face painting, each child got coaching and Superhero moves and looking out for others and their safety. It was really cute, very well done and after the training was complete, each child received a Superhero Certificate!

Superhero training in progress!
A newly certified Hero!

The list appears to be ever-growing, however, it appears that the current available characters offered by Hero Alliance are: Batman, Joker, Spiderman, Spider Gwen, Super Man, Super Girl, Antman, Iron Man, Hulk, Joker, Harley Quinn, Bane, Thor, Captain America, Black Widow, Falcon, Jedi Warrior, Rafael (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle), Deadpool, Captain Marvel and Dr. Strange.

Hero Alliance offers several different party or event packages at a variety of price points. The largest package features an hour and a half of entertainment that includes a character of your choice, photo time, hero/jedi/ninja training obstacle course, a themed game with prizes, themed music, certificates for children (and a special surprise for the birthday child), face painting or balloon animals for up to 15 children and the Happy Birthday song sung by the character to the child. This package runs $225, but pretty much includes all the entertainment you’ll need to delight a crowd of youngsters for an entire party. The smallest package coming in at $85 still provides 15-minutes of immersive character fun. To view all the packages and find out how to book your child’s favorite hero for an upcoming event click here.

On a final note, my sister-in-law who booked with Hero Alliance said they were absolutely amazing to work with, down to every detail, including accommodating special needs and sensory issues. She was so impressed and said she’d recommend the company to anyone who’s young one’s love superheroes! I hope this article helps many of you bring dreams to life for the kids in your lives!

*Note: This post is not sponsored in any way, Hero Alliance did not know I would be writing it – I just love sharing great local businesses with you all!

Passion for brewing: the Fulton Street Coffee story

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Natali Carrera is a devoted coffee addict who also loves her teenage son, her husband of 18 years and shopping small & local. She is the founder & CEO of parent support non-profit Success Together, Inc. and has been a freelance content creator for FresYes.com for 7 years. Natali is a lifelong Fresno resident, unrelenting cheerleader and Fresno State grad.
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In 2013, Octavio Vargas was in college, had recently lost a close friend, and needed something positive to focus on. When he met restaurateur and business owner, Carlos Contreras, who hired him on the spot, he found joy in his new job at a small café in Avenal, CA. In time, Octavio felt ready to return to Fresno and continue his studies. Upon his return, Octavio met Leo Rios, owner of Café Corazón in Fresno’s Tower District.

Leo was passionate about his roasts and had a lot to teach, and despite the steep learning curve, Octavio learned to roast coffee on his own. Café Corazón eventually closed and Octavio took his newfound roasting skills to Valparaiso Café & Roastery located in the Bitwise South Stadium building  in downtown Fresno.

In October 2017, the owners of Raizana Tea Company approached Octavio and his friend Carlos about purchasing the business. An impending promotion would be forcing the family to move out of state and they wanted to see their business and downtown storefront thrive despite their absence. The timing then was not quite right for Octavio and Carlos, but in January of 2018, the stars aligned and the pair, along with new partner, Julie Lopez, were able to purchase Raizana and begin creating the entrepreneurial dream Octavio had envisioned: a combination tea and coffee roastery, wholesaler, and café.

Fulton Street Coffee

Fulton Street Coffee co-founder, Octavio Vargas, and manager, Elizabeth Moreno

Fulton Street Coffee opens

Fulton Street Coffee, located in the former Raizana Tea location on Tuolumne and Fulton, is officially open for business, offering meticulously selected and roasted coffee from around the world, as well as teas of exceptional quality under the Raizana name.

Café service began with pour overs and tea, and has now expanded to include espresso beverages and the shop’s specialty drink—Café con Leche, a smooth, cold brewed coffee infused with cinnamon and brown sugar, served over ice. (I tried this during my visit, and it was very good).

Fulton Street Coffee

Fulton Street Coffee’s current drink menu

Fulton Street Coffee is currently open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., but soon they hope to expand their hours to 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. The business is operated by the founding partners and café manager, Elizabeth Moreno.

Fulton Street Coffee

Elizabeth Moreno takes fellow FresYes writer Sarah Soghomonian’s order

Inside the café, visitors can enjoy work from local artists and photographers, which is displayed prominently on the walls, and sip coffee at the bar, in a comfy upholstered chair, or outside at the umbrella table.

Fulton Street Coffee

Interior bar seating

Fulton Street Coffee

Relax in a comfy chair while you drink your coffee or tea

Fulton Street Coffee

Store front and outdoor seating

Those who’d like to purchase Fulton Street Coffee for themselves can do so online as a one-time purchase or as a subscription. Orders over $25 are discounted by $5 and shipping is only $2.

Fulton Street Coffee

Whole bean coffee is available for purchase online or in the cafe

Fulton Street Coffee

Raizana teas are also available

Be sure to check out Fulton Street Coffee next time you’re in downtown Fresno. You’ll enjoy delicious coffee that’s been roasted with passion, and served with pride and a warm smile. And check out their website here, and follow them on Facebook here.

Fresno Flavor: Benaddiction

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Jason Farris
Head YES man at FresYes.com
I grew up in Fresno. Relaxed in its calm breezes, listened with my dad to the crack of the bat at little league baseball games when I was a kid and now take my son to do the same at minor league games. I broadened my mind at its schools (I went to high school right here at San Joaquin Memorial, and to college at Fresno State!) I love that if I drive for two hours in one direction, I can be in the mountains. For two hours in another, luxuriating on a California beach. I can enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of San Francisco or Los Angeles, but still be able to come home to relaxation, calm, and quiet.

I love where I live, and I also love what I do. I'm lucky to be able to work in a profession in which I get to build relationships; one that has me meeting new people each and every day and helping them to build new lives in my beloved city. I'm lucky enough to work in a profession in which I can marry cutting-edge technologies and marketing techniques to good, old-fashioned, nose-to-the-grindstone work. I am lucky enough to work in a profession that allows me to work as an advocate for my clients; to use every tool at my disposal to get a job done well for them, and with as little stress and expense as possible.

I love my city. I love my job. One inspires my excellence for the other.

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It’s time for another episode of Fresno Flavor!

In this episode, I get up early (really early) and head to rock-n-roll breakfast spot Benaddiction in northwest Fresno. On the menu? An Eggs Benedict dish called the “Alive,” a vegetarian plate you have to see to believe. 

Join me as I chat with owner and chef James Caples about his love of loud rock music and his amazing food.

I mean, come on. Right? How great does that look? I’m telling you, I ate every bite of food on that plate.

If you want to get in on the Eggs Benedict action at Benaddiction (they serve much more, as well—check out the menu link below), here are the details.

Where to find Benaddiction

Fresno Flavor Benaddiction

Location: 
3015 W. Bullard Ave. (corner of Bullard and Marks)
Fresno, CA 93711 
(559) 374-6082

Hours: Sun-Mon 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Menu: Found here

Social: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

How to see more Fresno Flavor

Fresno Flavor Benaddiction

As always, I want to thank the team at Ppl for putting together this amazing video.

Be sure to follow FresYes Realty on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss a single episode of Fresno Flavor. Look for my next episode to drop the first week of February! 

Previously:
Fresno Flavor: Limón
Fresno Flavor: Rocket Dog
Fresno Flavor: Take 3 Burgers
Fresno Flavor: Chef Paul’s Cafe
Fresno Flavor: Casa de Tamales

Hi-Top Coffee sets up shop in the Tower District

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Natali Carrera is a devoted coffee addict who also loves her teenage son, her husband of 18 years and shopping small & local. She is the founder & CEO of parent support non-profit Success Together, Inc. and has been a freelance content creator for FresYes.com for 7 years. Natali is a lifelong Fresno resident, unrelenting cheerleader and Fresno State grad.
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Hi. I’m Natali, and I’m a coffee addict.

There, now that that fact has been made abundantly clear, I am happy to share with you that Fresno now has one more awesome place to grab a really great cup o’ Joe. Everyone, please welcome Hi-Top Coffee to Wishon Ave. in the Tower District.

I stopped by Hi-Top for the first time last Friday morning on my way to work and for having been open just eight days, it sure seemed like a popular place to be already! The whole place was filled with people enjoying the beautifully redecorated space, but despite that, the service was fast, friendly, and attentive. Long story short: my mocha was phenomenal, and it kept me energized until late in the afternoon, which was awesome.

Hi-Top Coffee

Hi-Top Coffee’s owners at work [photo: Hi-Top Coffee]

Hi-Top origins

Hi-Top Coffee is the product of a friendship formed originally at MetalMark climbing gym in Fresno. Hi-Top co-founders Aaron Bagato, Spencer Suvanto, and Karsyn Suvanto have a passion for coffee, from picking the beans to pouring a cup to every drink they serve.

Bagato started as a barista in Montana, and after moving back to his hometown, worked for Raizana Tea and helped Kuppa Joy open their Fresno location. Most recently, Bagato worked at Lanna Coffee Co. He traveled to Thailand and learned the full circle of third wave coffee, from sourcing to roasting, brewing, and serving.

Hi-Top Coffee

Hi-Top offers an open, friendly, and inviting space [photo: Hi-Top Coffee]

A Commitment to craft coffee

The Suvantos purchased a La Marzocco Strada EP, a rare, custom espresso machine that provided a catalyst for their coffee shop plans. Construction on the shop began in May with the help of Karsyn’s father, Joe Parker, owner of Karsyn Construction. The shop, formerly Café Corazon, was remodeled into a comfortable space with natural concrete floors, wooden tabletops, hexagonal tiles, large windows, and a custom mural by local artist Quinn Bowman.

“Our goal with Hi-Top Coffee is to create a quality experience from beginning to end; from the moment it is picked all the way to the final product served,” says Bagato, who considers himself a barista above a business owner. “Although we are providing a top-quality experience, we are not pretentious about the end cup of coffee, mainly because we realize there are so many hands along the way that helped create that single cup.”

Hi-Top Coffee sells and serves craft coffee from primary roasters Cat & Cloud, a shop based in Santa Cruz that was started by a team of national barista champions whose values and mission mirror those of Hi-Top’s founders. Hi-Top will feature Cat & Cloud’s flagship blend “The Answer” for espresso drinks, and will rotate in single origin coffees as they become seasonally available. Hi-Top Coffee also plans to be a multi-roaster shop, bringing in guest roasters on its pour-over menu each month.

Artisan teas will be offered from Kilogram Tea, an offshoot of Intelligentsia, and gourmet toasts will feature local, fresh-baked bread. A Hi-Top Coffee mobile cart is also in the works, which will be available for private event catering.

“We are intentionally hiring friendly people and are eager to share our love and knowledge of coffee to any customers who want to learn,” says Bagato. “Above all else, we want to create a place that offers people a great cup of coffee, a smile, and hopefully a better day.”

Hi-Top Coffee

What to try if you go

  • Hi-Top Coffee’s specialty drink, the “Low-Top”: a one-and-one split shot of espresso, one half plain and one shaken with almond milk, honey, cinnamon, and cardamom
  • A Flat Churro: toast with cinnamon and sugar, like you had when you were a kid… oh nostalgia…
  • Sweet Greens: avocado toast topped with lemon basil pesto, micro greens, and olive oil

Hours and location

Shop hours are Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Hi-Top Coffee is located at 1306 N. Wishon Ave. For more information, visit www.hi-topcoffee.com or follow them on Facebook.

10 Things You Should Know About the New Dale Bros. Coffee

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Natali Carrera is a devoted coffee addict who also loves her teenage son, her husband of 18 years and shopping small & local. She is the founder & CEO of parent support non-profit Success Together, Inc. and has been a freelance content creator for FresYes.com for 7 years. Natali is a lifelong Fresno resident, unrelenting cheerleader and Fresno State grad.
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There’s a new coffee spot opening up in Fresno. Here are ten things you need to know about Dale Bros. Coffee.

Dale Bros Coffee

Look for this logo on the door to Dale Bros. Coffee when you show them support on opening day!

1. Their grand opening is TODAY, June 22, 2017! Normal business hours will be Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

2. Dale Bros. Coffee is located at 744 P Street, Suite 102, which is just north of Ventura on the east side of P Street, in the big red brick building (next to what will soon be Quesadilla Gorilla’s second Fresno location).

3. Dale Bros. Coffee was originally a local coffee roasting company founded in 1917. The grandson of the original brothers Dale has partnered with Francisco and Melanie Unguez (of Twee and Spokeasy fame) to open the new coffee shop.

4. All of the fixtures and shelving in the new shop were handmade by Brennan Dale and Francisco Unguez.

Dale Bros Coffee

A look at some of the awesome shelving and fixtures Dale and Unguez built

5. Though Dale Bros. is no longer roasting coffee locally, they are getting their beans from the Valley, and tea from California.

6. Dale Bros. offers not just coffee but also a mini-boutique experience featuring Fresno tank tops and t-shirts, jewelry, aprons, scarves, mugs, candles, and a variety of other pretty and unique wares. Shop while you wait for your coffee! (If you enjoy shopping at The Foundry Collective in Clovis, you’ll also enjoy shopping in Dale Bros.)

Dale Bros Coffee

Cute and dainty jewelry at reasonable prices line the shelves inside Dale Bros. Coffee

Dale Bros Coffee

7. Dale Bros. has experienced baristas who know how to make a great cup of coffee. The barista who made my drink when I was checking out the shop, Chelsea, has been making awesome coffee for more than seven years.

8. Melanie and Chelsea recommend trying their Honey Cinnamon Latte if you don’t have a usual favorite coffee drink. They can make it with nonfat, whole, or almond milk at your request, too.

Dale Bros Coffee

Chelsea is a barista at Dale Bros. and she’s quite skilled on the espresso bar.

Dale Bros Coffee

Melanie and Chelsea are ready welcome and caffeinate you!

9. Each morning, Dale Bros. will be offering up tasty, locally made pastries and fruit-filled empanadas made by Corazon Baking Co.

10. If you’re in the area but in a hurry, you can email Dale Bros. your order and they’ll have it ready for you. Dalebroscoffee@gmail.com.