MANGILAO \u2013 At first glance, locally owned Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa appears to be a typical caf\u00e9. However, if you take a look inside, you may find yourself admiring the artwork that lines the walls or the pool table situated inside of the caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n

But what would probably most surprise you is that this \u201ccaf\u00e9\u201d has an entire bar selection behind the counter.<\/p>\n

This not so typical caf\u00e9 also happens to be not your average bar either and that\u2019s because Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa combines the best of both worlds to bring their customers an unforgettable experience each time they decide to grab a quick bite or have a round.<\/p>\n

Starting back in 2013, Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa was founded by Denise Mendiola as a business idea with her father. She liked the combination of a caf\u00e9 and bar, and she liked latte stones. This led to the birth of Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa, which literally translates to \u201chouse of cups.\u201d The latte stone theme can be noticed as part of the architecture in the caf\u00e9. Mendiola\u2019s passion for her business venture is to keep it Chamoru and to keep it local. Those beliefs transcend into the popular menu items they have to offer.<\/p>\n

They order their produce from Grow Guam, which they incorporate into the popular paninis, wraps, and smoothies they serve daily. Mendiola takes pride in knowing, as a local businesswomen herself, that she supports other local businesses as well.<\/p>\n

The popular menu items include their turkey spinach wrap and teriyaki mushroom panini. These are paired with flavored beverages, including coffee specialties such as the Kaduku Mocha and Caramel Haze. The one thing that keeps customers in line and hungry for more is Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa\u2019s famous garlic dressing, which is served with almost all their sandwiches, wraps, and salads.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve never tried anything like it anywhere else on Guam,\u201d says Aubreeana Taylor, a senior at the University of Guam and a customer of Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa.<\/p>\n

\u201cAnything I order, I have a side of their garlic sauce.\u201d<\/p>\n

Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa also offers a 10% student discount to UOG students and students from the Guam Community College.<\/p>\n

Mendiola says they cater their menu to offer budget-style food that is also healthy and provides energy. She understands the struggles many college students face financially and hopes to ease the burden by providing a menu that fills their stomachs without emptying their wallets.<\/p>\n

She also offers her caf\u00e9 as an environment for any college student to spend the day. Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa\u2019s space is large enough to serve as meeting places for group projects and there is also free wifi for their customers. In fact, customers can spend the whole day there and get exactly what they need from breakfast to lunch and snacks in between.<\/p>\n

Well into the night, you can still find Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa lit up and hear music flowing out their doors. That\u2019s because they also offer nightly entertainment throughout the week.<\/p>\n

Andrea Grajek, barista and marketing personnel, mentioned that they are restarting their open-mic Mondays, which had been definitely a crowd drawer previously.<\/p>\n

You will also find different bands playing during different days between Wednesday to Friday, including R & R, G Strings Aloud, and The Vetones.<\/p>\n

So whether you are looking to do homework or looking to relax after a day of working, Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa can provide exactly what you need. Check them out daily or nightly in Legacy Square, Mangilao, behind Kentucky Fried Chicken.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

MANGILAO \u2013 At first glance, locally owned Guma\u2019 T\u00e5sa appears to be a typical caf\u00e9. However, if you take a look inside, you may find yourself admiring the artwork that lines the walls or the pool table situated inside of the caf\u00e9. But what would probably most surprise you is that this \u201ccaf\u00e9\u201d has an … <\/p>\n

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