In the Boston area at least, the role Starbucks used to play has been fully supplanted by Caffè Nero. In my town the two are right next to each other and the di

In the Boston area at least, the role Starbucks used to play has been fully supplanted by Caffè Nero. In my town the two are right next to each other and the difference is stark. The Caffè Nero feels like a cozy study with comfortable seating, dim lighting, and pleasant decor. The Starbucks has full-on highway rest stop vibes.