Hi friends! ☕👋 It’s me, Mugsy—your trusty sidekick for Renton’s new Bring Your Own Cup (BYOC) adventure. I may just be a simple reusable mug, but let me tell you, life gets exciting when you travel around Renton in search of the perfect sip. You see, instead of picking up a new disposable cup each time, my job is to tag along with you—helping keep Renton a little greener, one refill at a time. Let me show you where I’ve been lately:
☕ First Stop: The Highlands
Up in the Highlands, I kicked off my journey surrounded by happy faces and familiar favorites. What a way to start!
🍩 Chuck’s Donuts: A Renton classic! I couldn’t resist their legendary maple bar. Paired with coffee in a reusable mug? That’s local tradition done right.
🌿 Hasel Café: Bright, modern, and cozy—Hasel Café was a treat. Their creative lattes made me feel fancy, and the staff was all smiles when I showed up ready for a BYOC refill.
🌄 Sorrento’s Coffee: This inviting espresso stand made for the perfect sunny stop. I got to soak in the rays while holding onto a delicious drink.
⛽ Hop In Grocery: Who says convenience stops can’t be coffee adventures? I got topped off while my human grabbed road-trip snacks. A quick fill-up for both car and cup!
🛒 Highlands Food Mart: A store packed with global flavors, from snacks to drinks. They welcomed me for a fresh coffee while my human explored something new on the shelves.
💪 Highlands Nutrition: I even mixed things up with an energy-packed shake and tea. Not exactly coffee, but hey—a mug’s got to try new things sometimes!
🌊 Next Stop: The Waterfront
While catching some views (and even bumping into Gene Coulon Park 👋), I made sure to refuel.
Top Pot Doughnuts: Just a quick walk away in the Landing, it’s the ultimate classic combo—coffee and doughnuts. I felt right at home with the shop’s vintage vibe, even though I’ve got a more modern shine.
The Market at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington: A lakefront stroll calls for a refill! The Market always has something ready!
🏙️ Downtown Adventures
There’s always something happening downtown, and of course, I couldn’t pass through without a coffee stop.
TJ Mart (formerly Neighborhood Market): In the hustle and bustle of downtown, TJ Mart kept me filled while my human grabbed lunch and chatted with the new owner.
City Scenes Café: A visit to city hall meant a quick stop at this café for great drinks, food and snacks!
Renton locals really know how to make a mug feel at home. P.S. I’ve made even more stops around town! Be sure to check out the full list at rentonwa.gov/bringyourowncup to see where you can take your reusable cup next.
Why BYOC Matters
Sure, I love going on adventures. But here’s the real perk: every time you bring a reusable cup along; you’re helping reduce single-use waste in Renton. It’s a simple act with a big impact—supporting local businesses and keeping our community cleaner.
So next time you’re grabbing your daily brew, don’t forget me! Together, we’ll sip, explore, and make Renton a little brighter—one refill at a time.
See you at the next stop,
☕ Mugsy
