Coffee rivalry heats up between Acorn and Java
City
Opening a new coffee stand in Koury Business Center stirs up
competition on campus Lauren Doxsey/ Features
Editor
Elon has always been known for its coffee
establishment– the Acorn Coffee Shop. Students have
always enjoyed stopping by Acorn, whether it be for lunch or
to grab a coffee in between classes.
However, it looks as if Acorn will have some competition
this year.
A second coffee shop opened on Elon’s campus this
semester. Java City, which is located in the new Koury
Business Center, offers gourmet coffee as well as various
breakfast snacks.
Though Java City isn’t nearly as big as the Acorn
Coffee shop, it provides students with a variety of coffee
choices such as the Java-launch, similar to the Frappuccinos
served at Starbucks. Yogurt, fruit and bagels are also sold
at Java City.
“I like Java City because I am able to grab a quick
coffee or snack right before heading to class in the business
center,” senior Chloe Baker said. “It’s
convenient and has a welcoming environment.”
Java City is fairly new and many students may not know about
it. Its location in the new business center is nice for
students on the opposite side of campus from where Acorn is
located.
Acorn Coffee Shop has an extensive menu of Starbucks coffee,
made–to–order deli sandwiches, salads, smoothies
and a selection of muffins, bagels and pastries. Two
computers with full Internet access are also available to use
free of charge.
“I like Acorn because of the non-dining hall
setting,” junior Kelly Chencharik said. “I love
that I can use my meal plan and meal dollars
there.”
This year, Acorn is offering sandwich and drink specials.
Pre-made sandwiches such as the southwest turkey wrap or
almond chicken salad croissant are available on specified
days of the week. Drink specials, such as caramel apple cider
and toffee nut lattes are being offered through Oct.
11.
For more information on specials, check out the dining
services Web site.
Contact Lauren Doxsey at pendulum@elon.edu or
278-7247.
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| Acornvs.Java City | |
– Coffee shop located on Williamson Avenue. |
– Coffee stand located in Koury Business
Center. | |
– Has two computers with Internet access. |
– Offers a variety of gourmet coffee
choices. | |
– Offers sandwich specials on specified days of
the week and drink specials during certain months. |
– Sells breakfast snacks including bagels,
yogurt
and pastries. |
Kate
Ferris/ Photo Editor Elon
students check out the options available at Acorn Coffee Shop
(above). 
Kate
Ferris/ Photo Editor Java
City offers a variety of gourmet coffees and breakfast snacks
in Koury Business Center. | 
