Java Central

Some have asked about Java Central’s sanitation practices during the COVID-19 crisis. We’ve been diligently adapting our processes since the first week of March to decrease all exposure risks normally present in our operation. Here is a list of practices we’ve changed or added in the last two weeks.

1) Hand sanitizer stations were immediately placed by each entrance and exit and by the cash register on 3/9/2020.
2) All staff have been trained and required to wash or sanitize hands more frequently and thoroughly than our normal practices. We began this training more than two weeks ago. Critical control points (CCP) regarding hand washing have been identified and trained.
3) Java Central has three members of our staff with Level 2 Franklin County Health Department food handlers certification. Four team members have SerfSafe certification and owner Andy Piper is a state-licensed Preventative Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) for food production and manufacturing.
4) Java Central Cafe and Roaster maintains a Level 3 County Health Department license and has a consistently clean record with the government.
5) All common touch points for customers have been eliminated, except the doors and cash register screen which we are working on eliminating as soon as possible.
6) Staff are required to report daily their body temperature. Individuals with temperatures higher than 100 degrees will be required to quarantine.
7) Customers who are waiting to order or pickup are being asked to stand 6ft apart.
8) Our team has been split into smaller teams with little crossover to prevent any exposure amongst our staff.
9) Our café is not open to dine-in per government order.
10) All surfaces, door and faucet handles, cash register screen and card readers, kitchen utinsels and machinery is frequently sanitized every 30-60 minutes. Gloves are worn for all food preparation as well as whole bean coffee bagging.

At the Café

Macha Maker – A blend of matcha & sencha teas from Japan with a hint of lemon and infused with nitrogen for a creamy mouthfeel

New Orleans Nitro – Nitrogen infused Peruvian coffee cold brewed with chicory for an earthy and slightly sweet libation

Cascara Latte – Freshly brewed (one cup at a time!) Costa Rican Cascara paired with your choice of steamed milk, vanilla, and cinnamon…mmmmm

Nogguccino – A fan favorite makes a comeback! Our signature cappuccino with eggnog foam and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Gingerbread Chai Latte – Our famous chai with gingerbread simple syrup and steamed milk.

Sweet Potato Pie Latte –  Sweet potatoes – not just a side anymore! We’ve created our own signature simple syrup with sweet potato and marshmallow flavors, paired it with our latte, and topped with cinnamon. You have to try it to believe it!

Highlander Grogg

Our seasonal flavored coffee is back! Highlander Grogg is a single-origin Peruvian coffee which we roast and flavor in-house to ensure optimal flavor and aroma!

Pay it Forward

Call 614-839-0698 to “Pay it forward” to our local health professionals, police, fire, and first responders! For $25 or $50, you can support our local men and women on the front lines of the epidemic with a donation of coffee and gift cards. You could also send it to an anonymous neighbor who has to stay home! We’ll deliver the care packages every Friday as a gift from you, or anonymously if you want!

Home Delivery

Click the Order Online link to have your favorite latte, muffin, or any of your favorite food or drinks delivered direct to you! Delivery from DoorDash.

At Java Central, we believe that great cafés are the hallmark of a great place to live. We’ve combined our passion for great coffee with our unique space to create a warm and welcome café experience. We seek to enrich our city by providing a space where diverse people with diverse views are welcomed and respected. Artistic expression is a vital component of this philosophy. Our live music and art gallery provide space for local musicians and artists to share their craft with others. These values drive our vision as we seek to create a safe and nourishing space for all who visit.