One of the reasons I love It's A Grind is because they are very VERY comparative to Starbucks. I do love me some S-Bux but the pricing and the lack of free wi-fi have prompted me to look elsewhere for a coffee house experience.\n\nI would definitely give It's A Grind another star if they were open later and their specialty drinks weren't extremely overpriced.  A half coffee/half milk blended drink (small size) is $5?! Well, with that said... this is a MUCH better alternative to Coffee Rush because, well, I'll write about them in their review section...\n\nStaff is very friendly, atmosphere is comfortable, and usually I can focus well when I need to study or write a paper. Drinks are GREAT and they even offer a regular black tea: my favorite since I'm not a real avid coffee drinker! Plus it's close to the shopping center and they offer great little snacks to go with your drink. I can't recommend it enough. Go now!