Thanks to GoRemy’s Arlington Rap, we know that Arlington has a Starbuck’s on nearly every corner, but what about the independent coffee shops? The Java Shack at 2507 N. Franklin Street in the Courthouse neighborhood prides itself in being a community gathering spot. The Java Shack was dubbed “The Cheers Coffeehouse” because they take the time to know their customers’ names, drinks and sometimes their lives.

NOTE:  The Java Shack is now closed and Sweet Science Coffee has taken its place.