Laredo coffee shop announces closure

North Laredo cafe Flip Flop Coffee Shop, 3910 East Del Mar, has announced that they're opening -- and closing -- their doors for one last time later this year. North Laredo cafe Flip Flop Coffee Shop, 3910 East Del Mar, has announced that they're opening -- and closing -- their doors for one last time later this year. Photo: Yelp Photo: Yelp Image 1 of / 35 Caption Close Laredo coffee shop announces closure 1 / 35 Back to Gallery

North Laredo cafe Flip Flop Coffee Shop, 3910 East Del Mar, has announced that they're opening -- and closing -- their doors for one last time later this year.

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The coffee shop, which is well-regarded in the city for its ambiance, first opened in 2016, and has served Laredo for the last three years in its north Laredo locale. In addition to a variety of specialty coffee, the cafe also served various pastries, paninis and snacks.

In celebration of their final month in the Gateway City, Flip Flop will be hosting a variety of events, including pop-up shops from local boutiques, live musicians, poetry readings and art exhibits.

On their last day, December 8th, the cafe will also host a celebration, including cameras, for those who'd like to share their treasured memories of the shop. Flip Flop plans to use the footage gathered to make a tribute video dedicated to their customers.

According to a change.org petition, ownership of the cafe will be transferred to new owners in January 2020. The new owners plan to change the cafe's concept, turning the space into a French cafe and bakery.

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If you'd like to know more about the slate of events the coffee shop has scheduled for its last month of operation, the shop will keep the public updated via their social media accounts on Instagram and Facebook under @flipflopcoffeeshop. Locals wanting to share their photos, videos or memories of the cafe are also welcome to message the accounts on social media.