Let us be honest finding a space can be really tough. This is the place that's not our home and not our workplace, where we can just be ourselves. Finding a space that really welcomes every part of who we are is even tougher.
If you are, in Reno and you want to find a place where you feel like you belong and you also want a good cup of coffee then Coffee & Comics is the place to be. They have coffee at Coffee & Comics. You will like Coffee & Comics.
This is not a comic shop that happens to have an espresso machine stuck in the corner. It is a special place where people in the local community like to go. It is a place that feels safe for everyone. It is a place that's full of life and energy. Coffee & Comics is really good, at making people feel like they belong.
An Unapologetically Inclusive Atmosphere
When you walk into a new shop it can be really scary. You might think that the people who already go there will make you feel like you do not belong. Coffee & Comics is different. The moment you walk in the door you can tell that this place is not, like that. Coffee & Comics makes you feel welcome.
The vibe here is intentional. This place is a friendly space for LGBTQIA+ people. You can feel it when the staff are nice to you. This is a place where you can be yourself completely. You can wear your cos play attire or show off the things that make you proud or just come in the clothes you feel comfortable in, like sweatpants, because sometimes you just need to get away from everything. The people here do not judge you, they just want you to feel welcome. It is really great to find a place in the Biggest Little City where you can feel safe and where people, like you...for you.
A Neurodiverse-Welcoming Haven
The world is a loud and demanding place. It can be totally overwhelming at times. The people who work at Coffee & Comics get this. They have a place that's full of life and energy but they also know that people need their own space. Some people like to be around others and talk a lot while others like to sit and read or think. Coffee & Comics is a place where you can do either one. The team, at Coffee & Comics understands that everyone is different when it comes to socializing. Coffee & Comics is a community hub that's lively but it is also a place where you can be alone if you want to be.
This place is really great, for people who like to do their thing. If you want to join a loud D&D game at the large table you can do that. But if you want to sit at a table in the corner wear your headphones and play on your mobile gaming device for a long time, that is okay too.
The structure of board games and the shared interest in comics are great ways to start talking to people. They make it easy to have conversations without feeling much pressure. This is especially helpful, for people who get nervous around others. You do not have to try to think of things to say to make conversation. You can just talk about Batman or how the game of Catan works.
The Fuel: Seriously Good Coffee
You can have the feelings, in the world but if the coffee tastes bad it is hard to stay for a long time. The coffee has to be good or it's just not worth it. The coffee is important and bad coffee can ruin everything.
The coffee part of the business is just as important as the games and comics. They make good drinks that are as good as what you would get at a cafe in Midtown. If you need an espresso to help you play games or a fun latte with a cool design the staff have you covered.
The Fun: Games, Drinks, and Community tables
Finally the reason we are all here is the geekery.
The comic selection at this place is really picked out with care. They have the superhero movies and also some amazing smaller titles. You can find comics made by people from all walks of life and stories that are about all kinds of things that people go through. The comic selection has something for everyone. It is like they want to show people that comics are about everything that happens in life.
The real magic happens at the tables. Coffee & Comics has a lot of games. This is a place where you can actually play the games you love like board games and Magic: The Gathering. On any evening you will find people playing games together. While some are painting miniatures, others are playing Magic: The Gathering, or playing old school Nintendo.
The Verdict
Reno is really lucky to have Coffee & Comics. It is more than a place to buy things. Coffee & Comics is about people coming together. It is a place where people can make friends and feel like they are part of something. Coffee & Comics is an example of community building.
If you are looking for a place where your pronouns are respected, your neurodivergence is understood, your coffee order is perfected, and your love for nerdy things is celebrated, stop by. Grab a latte, pick up a controller or a comic, and find your people.
Locations: Coffee & Comics