If youre standing in the lobby of Proud Hound Coffees recently opened Silverton café and are reminded of Wes Andersons aesthetic, thats intentional. Co-founders Daniel Smith and David Holman are big fans of the film director. Similar to Andersons films, the brands distinctive color palette, geometric symmetry and minimal-but-playful atmosphere make it instantly recognizable. Located in a 4,000-square-foot warehouse at 6717 Montgomery Road, the café officially opened on June 26 a milestone the team has been chasing for years. Since launching in 2019, Proud Hound has been helping Cincinnatians get their caffeine fix via pop-ups with its coffee truck and cart, wholesale operations, events and collaborations. The flagship location, complete with a coffee bar and full-service kitchen, also houses its roasting facility, viewable by customers through large glass windows. Customers can expect all the usual espresso-based beverages cortados, cappuccinos, americanos, lattes and mochas alongside cold brews, pour overs and drip coffees. Not into coffee? The café also slings teas, hot chocolate and more. You can even order a picturesque blue matcha. The kitchen, run by executive chef Kierstin Dudley, serves up Southern-centric breakfast and brunch with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients and seasonal dishes. From the Nashville-chicken-inspired Nashy Nati Chicken sandwich to a Brekkie Banh-Mi, Korean Street Toast and a Cincinnati Love Letter with goetta, theres much to devour. In addition to gluten-free offerings, vegan and vegetarian options are also available. Keep an eye out for the full feature by Mackenzie Manley this week.
Photos by Hailey Bollinger
