🍦The best coffee shops in Annapolis

Good morning, Annapolis. The em dash (–) is apparently no longer the most reliable way to tell if AI wrote something. A new report from Barron’s says the sentence structure, “It’s not just a _____, it’s a _______” was found in 50 public company communications in 2023 (before AI was super common) and over 200 in 2025.

Btw, we’ve been using the em dash since before Sam Altman was out of diapers and don’t plan to stop. It’s not just a phenomenal piece of punctuation, it’s a lifestyle. Sorry, couldn’t help myself. . .

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, & Duffy Perkins

Nemacolin – Western Pennsylvania's premier luxury resort tucked away in the breathtaking Laurel Highlands – is the perfect escape as warmer weather arrives. Just a short drive from Annapolis, this one-of-a-kind destination transforms with the season, making spring and summer the ideal time to experience everything it has to offer.

From championship golf courses and spa retreats to zip-lining, wildlife encounters, and fine dining, Nemacolin delivers an experience unlike anywhere else. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or simply a much-needed reset, the resort's sweeping landscapes and world-class amenities create memories that last long after checkout.

It’s more than just a vacation, it’s an experience. To reserve your stay, visit nemacolin.com and discover your new favorite escape.

As you read this, a small group of Annapolitans is en route to La Push, WA. On Friday, they’ll mount bicycles and ride ‘til they reach the Starboard in Dewey Beach. Pardon the exaggeration. They will sleep and visit many dive bars along the way. So. . . why?

Because in 2023, an Annapolitan named Laura Olds was diagnosed with ALS.

So Laura’s husband, Todd, and his friends Rex Houlihan, Scott Alyn (AKA Scooter), & John Cleary are riding bikes 4,000 miles to raise half a million bucks to find a cure and support patients.

Rider Rex – who until three weeks ago hadn’t ridden a real bicycle in 20 years (he’s been training on a Peloton) – asked Naptown Scoop to get involved way before this came to fruition. And to be 100% honest, I wasn’t sure it would actually happen. . .

But it’s happening and we’re committed now. Our goal is to raise $20k (a mere 4% of the group’s $500k goal). We’ve already raised $9k (not bad for before the wheels start spinning).

Rex and I made a bet on it so please help me not lose. Donate in honor of someone you know with ALS. Or someone you lost to the disease. As a bonus: your donation is 100% tax-deductible.

Click here to donate to Team Naptown Scoop.

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Many moons ago, we compiled a list of the best coffee shops in Annapolis. Since then, Annapolis’ coffee game has seen some serious upgrades.

My dog’s favorite is obviously Oscar’s. She’s still hoping for a brick-and-mortar Oscar’s someday. I don’t have the heart to tell her it probably couldn’t be as dog-friendly because of health code laws. But I digress.

This might be unpopular but they aren’t all locally-owned. Sorry, corporate or not, Tatte has great vibes and good products.

We hope you enjoy our list of the best coffee shops in Annapolis. Please let us know what other lists you want to read.

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It’s not too late to get your lawn on track this spring—but the window is closing fast. Starting now can still deliver strong results, but waiting much longer may mean missing key treatments that set the foundation for a healthy, weed-free lawn all season.

We’re grateful to have recently been named Best of Annapolis 2026 for Lawn Service & Treatments, and we’d love to show you why.

For a limited time, enjoy 50% off your first service + a free soil test with code LDNAPSCOOP.

Our schedule is filling quickly—call today to secure your spot.

📞 (410) 956-8300
🌱 Visit: LawnDoctor.com/Annapolis-MD

Now playing…

🛍️ Colonial Players presents Poor Clare, April 24–May 16. A hilariously anachronistic retelling of the true story of St. Clare of Assisi will have us all considering the cost of doing good.

🏙️ Classic Theatre of Maryland presents 42nd Street, April 29–May 17. This ever-popular musical follows a Broadway hopeful as she arrives in NYC and navigates show biz.

❄️ King William Players presents The Skin of Our Teeth, May 1. The Antrobus family must survive one global disaster after another in this groundbreaking classic.

🦁 Children’s Theatre of Annapolis presents The Lion King, May 1–17. Simba’s journey from runaway outcast to king of the savanna comes to life onstage at CTA this spring.

Coming soon…

🎵 Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre presents Cabaret, May 21-June 20. Scandalous and tense goings-on at a nightclub unfold in late 1920s Berlin against the backdrop of the Third Reich’s rise.

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🤱 Not too late: Mother’s Day is approaching fast. Don’t have a plan yet? Check out our Ultimate Mother’s Day Guide (or send it to your kids/husband 😂)

🖥️ Pixel opinions: Annapolis is redesigning its website and they want your help to make sure it’s super useful. Tell ‘em whatcha feel.

☕ Coffee on wheels: There’s another new coffee trailer in town. Although unlike the new Travelin’ Tom’s, Magothy Roasting Company’s coffee trailer is usually found in the same spot at 44 W Earleigh Heights Road in Severna Park. Check Facebook before you go to make sure they’re open!

🎸 $5k score: Get it? Score? Because this is a music story. Broadneck HS senior Ferris Kimberly just landed the Annapolis Musicians Fund for Musicians’ $5,000 Tim King Music Performance Scholarship. This fall, he’s heading to to Shenandoah University to study music production. His instrument of choice is guitar but he also plays bass, drums, and sings. Call him a one-man band.

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64 🌡️ 53 | 🌧️ | 24% ☔ | 💨 S 10 mph (9 knots)

65 🌡️ 50 | 🌧️ | 92% ☔ | 💨 SE 13 mph (11 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 51ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

49 West | Kristen Viands & Co | 7:30–9:30 PM
The Admiral’s Cup | Daphne Eckman | 7–10 PM
Captain’s Daughter | TBA | 5–7 PM
Middleton Tavern | Middleton Songwriters Showcase| 6–9 PM
The Point | Aidan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Uli Jon Roth | 8 PM | Tickets

49 West | Dave Chappell & Friends | 5–7 PM
49 West | Mr VCR & Friends | 8–11 PM
The Admiral’s Cup | Stephen Henson/Slip Hippies | 7–10 PM
Beer Farm | Mike Heuer | 4:30–7:30 PM
Brian Boru | Madisun Bailey | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–9 PM
Pirates Cove | Vicky Roberts Band | 6–9 PM
The Point | Jordan/Pressing Strings | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Tavern | Nate Finn | 9 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Mike Miller | 9 PM

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