By Mary Malik

Whether you live in Sugarcreek or are just visiting , there are two things in this town that are not to be missed — the coffee and the ice cream at Wallhouse Coffee Company .

Matt Weaver ’ s dad , Wayne , opened Wallhouse in 2008 , realizing his dream of owning a restaurant and coffee shop .

“ But not just any coffee shop ,” Matt Weaver said . “ Growing up , we spent a lot of time as a family in the Seattle , Washington area , and my dad fell in love with the coffee scene . He wanted to imitate that scene in Sugarcreek .”

Wayne Weaver learned the skills and techniques involved in small-batch

coffee roasting , and the customers of Wallhouse are reaping the benefits of his passion .

“ There ’ s nothing like small-batch roasting to

bring out the flavors and nuances in the coffee beans ,” Weaver said . “ We use the best , the top 2 % of the world ’ s coffee beans , and roast in small batches in house to bring out the beans ’ unique flavors . It ’ s a coffee snob ’ s dream , but you don ’ t have to be one to appreciate it .”

And nothing goes better with the coffee at Wallhouse than their homemade , ultra-premium ice cream .

“ We know our ice cream is the best ,” Weaver said . “ And people who have tasted ice cream all over the world agree . It ’ s handmade in a continuous batch freezer that results in a dense , creamy product .”

Weaver said the coffee

and ice cream are what have made Wallhouse a beloved spot in Sugarcreek for customers of all ages , but visitors should know the popular eatery doesn ’ t stop there . The extensive menu also includes salads , grilled sandwiches , burritos , flatbread , soups , breakfast sandwiches , crepes , bowls and oatmeal .

“ We are the place in Sugarcreek to hang out and meet with friends and co-workers for exceptional coffee , food and fellowship ,” Weaver said . “ It ’ s been so satisfying to see how this place has benefited our community . It ’ s exactly what my dad had in mind , a gathering place where

people can spend a part of their day enjoying great coffee and so much more . It ’ s been a dream come true .”

Visit Wallhouse Coffee Company at 751 Dover Road NE in Sugarcreek .

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Randy McKee Wallhouse Coffee Company specializes in small-batch coffee roasting and some of the area ’ s best ice cream .

Hoursare Monday through Friday from 7 a . m . to 10 p . m ., Saturday from 8 a . m . to 9 p . m . and closed Sunday . Call 330-852-6209 or check Facebook or the website at WallhouseCoffee . com for more information .