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Code Black Morning Bar

Soda bread topped with cured salmon and fennel remoulade.
Soda bread topped with cured salmon and fennel remoulade.Jake Roden

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The local roaster’s newest location is a clubby den of dark timber and soft light. Fuel up with egg breakfasts on soda bread, or head to the filter bar for single origin specials and sommelier-style service. Need more kicks? The Smoky is made with cold filter, mezcal, raspberry and elderflower.

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