On Western Avenue near Orangethorpe sits a nondescript strip mall, within which sits Coffee Stop. It’s not much to look at, but I stop at it from time to time on my way into or out of my neighborhood. They serve up a large variety of acai bowls, smoothies, juices, coffees and sandwiches. The prices are not low, but on things like the bowls and the smoothies, the generous portions and quality almost make it worth it. The juices are good and fresh, but eyebrow-raisingly expensive. The coffee is good. One other thing they have on the menu is a number of toasts, and I recently entered new territory and gave one a try. I believe this one was the “#4” on the menu, and it was decadent and wild and very tasty, incorporating, as you can see, figs, avocado, tomato, lemon and ricotta cheese. Give it a try! Coffee Stop is at 7041 Western Ave.
