# Repair Shop Cafes The Roadside Torque Coffee Shop is Convenient for Commuters By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-03-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torque-coffee References: [sprudge](http://sprudge.com/coffee-off-5-southwest-washington-state-71829.html) & [torquecoffeeroasters](http://torquecoffeeroasters.com/) The conveniently located Torque Coffee Shop sits along I-5 in southwest Washington State, an area that was previously considered a [coffee desert for anxious commuters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grind-cafe) who frequented the route. Torque also runs a [restaurant wholesale component](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dining-venue) of the business. Located between Seattle and Portland, the Torque shop sits within a former mechanics garage, with much of the original structural details kept in place to create a charming, unique experience. The auto-themed cafe is endlessly charismatic, with retro-feeling seating, a classic chalkboard menu and the remaining garage doors that have been painted over with the brand's red-tinged logo. Given the reputation of both Seattle and Portland as coffee havens, the Torque Coffee shop provides a caffeine kick for those in transit who forgot to pack a [bottled cold brew](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialty-coffee-brand). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Repair Shop Cafes:** The emergence of repair shop cafes combines convenience and unique experiences, attracting commuters and coffee enthusiasts alike. - **Coffee Deserts:** The concept of coffee deserts offers opportunities to fill gaps in areas with limited access to quality coffee, catering to the needs of anxious commuters. - **Auto-themed Cafes:** Auto-themed cafes provide a nostalgic and visually appealing environment, offering a disruptive innovation opportunity within the coffee industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Coffee:** Coffee industry can explore the potential of incorporating repair shop cafes concept to create a unique customer experience. - **Food Service:** Food service industry can benefit from the wholesale component of repair shop cafes, providing an additional revenue stream for the business. - **Tourism/hospitality:** The tourism and hospitality industry can tap into the auto-themed cafe trend to attract customers seeking novel and immersive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Coffee-Brewing Cafe Racer Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-caf-racer.md) - [Spaciously Modern City Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brandor-coffee.md) - [Nostalgic Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tesla-diner.md) - [Redeveloped Industrial Cafés](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ironworks-caf.md) - [Coffee-Inspired Auto Tours](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mazda-coffee-tour.md) - [Coffee-Brewing Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vauxhall-mokka-coffee.md) - [Boldly Designed Minimal Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinklu.md) - [EV-Charging Coffee Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-charging-stations.md) - [Reconstructed Coffee Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bad-ass-coffee.md)