coffee
There is a Starbucks on the corner of Broad Street and White Street. On the opposite side of Broad Street almost across the street is
No Ordinary Joe's cafe. Its menu is smaller than Starbucks, but is an independent place. This is a good place for those sick of the taste of or disillusioned with Starbucks. Also serving good java is Zebu, on Broad Street. There is a Dunkin Donuts located on Water Street by the river.
bars/nightlife
The Globe, 20 E. Front St, located at the corner of Globe St. and West Front St., is an old, very popular bar. Drink prices are average.
The Fix,26 W. Front St, located on West Front St., was known as Chubby's up until 2009. It's more greasy than swanky, but still a cool place to go. A great place to meet young people.
Ashes, 33 Broad St., a cigar bar/restaurant on the lower level and a dance club on top. Look for the lower level to be populated with successful, middle-aged men while the upper level may have more young people. Not a place to go if you don't want to spend alot of money.
The Downtown, at 8 W Front St., is a popular spot. It is swanky by nature of its nonchalant brick walls and black painting, and is small and noisy. If you enjoy a happening scene, go here. Drinks can be expensive.
The Dublin House, located on 30 Monmouth St., is a popular place, especially in the summer. It has a large outdoor table area, which usually fills up quick on most summer weekends. Drinks here a reasonable, and expect the place to be crowded and full of good looking locals.