Our Story

Founded in 2013 by Sarah Peters, The Coffee Exchange of Pleasant Ridge soon earned a reputation for its vibrant atmosphere and the playful energy that Sarah and her team brought to every shift. Their humor, creativity, and spontaneous antics inspired the shop’s beloved motto: “Come for the coffee, stay for the show.” The Coffee Exchange quickly became a neighborhood favorite, especially known for its fun seasonal lattes, creative drinks that turned each season into something worth celebrating. But in June of 2018, tragedy struck when a fire destroyed the building. The loss was devastating — not just for Sarah, but for the entire Pleasant Ridge community who considered the café a second home. Neighbors rallied around the shop, and with their support and Sarah’s determination, The Coffee Exchange began its comeback. In January of 2020, after months of rebuilding, the café triumphantly reopened in a new location just down the street, full of warmth and renewed excitement. But just weeks later, the world turned upside down.