Northern Grind LLC is more than a drive-thru coffee shop—it’s a place where coffee, connection and community come together.

Located at 5566 Highway 210 in Cromwell, Northern Grind was created by owner Samantha Schofield with a mission to provide a welcoming place where people can stop for a few minutes, meet up with friends, work, or simply feel at home.

Northern Grind offers a wide variety of beverages and treats, including hot and iced coffee, espresso drinks, Red Bull Kickers, Italian sodas, dirty sodas, refreshers, smoothies, kid-friendly coffee drinks and pastries from McGregor Baking Company.

Schofield’s vision for Northern Grind grew from her desire to create a flexible, family-friendly business after adopting her son, Zane. She also wanted to provide a safe, supportive environment where people could develop valuable life and workplace skills.

Community involvement is at the heart of Northern Grind. The business participates in events throughout the area and supports local organizations, teams and community activities.

Coffee may be what’s on the menu, but community is what’s truly being served at Northern Grind.