Brakeman's Coffee & Supply
225 N Trade St, Matthews, NC, Matthews
Pause with a coffee at this converted house; save time for the walk rather than rushing straight back to the car.
Coffee stops
Matthews: coffee, garden-shop browsing and gelato
A short Trade Street and John Street outing for a weekday off. Begin at Brakeman's, browse Renfrow's hardware and garden goods, then finish with gelato. Plan for Tuesday through Friday, when Renfrow is open, and start late enough for Artisen's afternoon service. Allow about two hours on foot.
TGA Trail by Trails GuidesA few good stops.
Go in order, or follow your curiosity.
Renfrow Hardware
188 N Trade St, Matthews, NC, Matthews
Browse a working hardware and garden shop. Plan for Tuesday through Friday because it is closed on weekends.
Artisen Gelato
301 W John St, Matthews, NC, Matthews
Finish with a gelato and compare the day's flavors. Ask staff about ingredients if you have dietary requirements.