Wolf Next Door Coffee is a charming café located on Derby Street in Salem, known for its early morning offerings and cozy atmosphere. Guests enjoy a variety of beverages, including espresso and chai, as well as a selection of sandwiches and baked goods. The café has recently added indoor seating, enhancing the inviting space for patrons. It’s a popular spot for a quick breakfast or a leisurely coffee break in the neighborhood.
Monday
6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday
6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday
6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Yesterday Wolf Next Door Coffee served an early morning nosh to #TheBaldOne.
The doors had barely opened when our always walking hero arrived with his hunger sharp and stomach growling. Much to his surprise there was a table for two already served and pleasantly chatting with each other. Four others were in line, two of them ordering and the other two waiting their turn. At the same time a food delivery was in process with a five foot stack of boxes. The server, who said their name was “A” kept calm throughout and carried on nicely.
A Breakfast Sandwich with egg, cheddar, bacon, and mashed avocado and a medium black coffee soon made it’s way to our guy and he stepped outside to take a seat on the streetside patio to take in more sweet ocean air and warm morning sunshine.
Where’s your weekend Breakfast spot?
Yesterday #TheBaldOne decided that Breakfast would be at Wolf Next Door Coffee on Derby Street.
This Wolf, created by an actual Wolf, is a quaint space that carries an old-school casual, friendly atmosphere that just seems to encourage guests to speak with each other. Standing mute in line, staring at a space on the wall while ignoring others who are ignoring you just won’t work here. Once you step in you become part of the pack, but without the hierarchy. They prefer that you not howl or yowl, but they do want to hear you.
A really good large, hot, black coffee by Jim’s Organic Coffee started the morning nicely. You pour it yourself, and on this visit half the pour finished one urn, whole the other half started the fresh urn.
The sandwich was egg, cheddar, turkey and house hummus on a nice white sourdough bread by Fantini Bakery. Amply stuffed with added greens and tomato this is a sandwich of early morning distinction.
A seat was taken on the Mercy Tavern patio. It’s nice to see neighboring businesses getting along and working together. Company and conversation were provided by #GetaHat, #MysteryLaptopGuy (what does he do?), and #DoctorCannnotKeepUp.
Wolf Next Door Coffee served a Breakfast Sandwich yesterday to #TheBaldOne. It was their Turkey & Swiss Sandwich on an English muffin which comes with baby spinach, tomato, and generous dollop of a very good Dijon mustard. Our adventurous hero decided to add hummus to the mix on a risky whim. Mustard and hummus? One may wonder if he’d lost whatever is left of his mind. The other guests may have heard or even watched as his intellectual marbles rolled across the floor.
Well. Guess what? It worked, deliciously. The kitchen, faced the challenge of stacking this busy sandwich on an English muffin without flinching. No fear is the right thing attitude in a small kitchen. Make what you have work, and move on to next challenge. It was the move of a true sandwich pro to layer the mustard on the bottom, with the hummus on the top providing an outstanding mix of tastes and textures into a beautiful sandwich that still held together well.
WND operates in a small, historically quaint spot in a Derby Street neighborhood that once was home to Salem’s Irish population and known as Little Dublin. In the early 20th Century it became the center of Salem’s Polish community and remained that way into the 1980s. Stop in soon and commune with our immigrant history, and at the same time enjoy a small meal, or cup of coffee in contemporary Salem.
Late breakfast today, or will it be lunch? Here are a few suggestions.
Joe’s on A ROLL in Beverly, Salems Retreat, Wolf Next Door Coffee, Brothers Taverna, and Witch City Hibachi, Inc.
Wolf Next Door Coffee is stepping into the wonderful world of the common victualer today by officially adding inside seating. With the sidewalk modifications happening outside it won’t be long before they have their own sidewalk seating too.
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This morning it was a quick breakfast for #TheBaldOne at Wolf Next Door Coffee on Derby Street. This little spot has made its mark on the neighborhood. It’s always nice to be able to get a quick “cuppa Joe” just a few doors down from your home.
It was indeed a “cuppa Joe” this morning, hot, black, and tasty. The coffees was a medium drip-style by Jim’s Organic Coffee. There was also “The” Breakfast Sandwich with egg, applewood smoked bacon, and cheddar cheese on an English muffin. It’s a good sandwich and only took a minute or two to make. If you grab a morning nosh with this Canis Lupus inspired shop, you can sit outside at one of the Mercy Tavern picnic benches. It’s nice that Mercy allows this when they are not open for their lunch and dinner business.
The Wolf has a nice selection of hot sauces if that’s the way you swing. Our BaldDude selected the Ghost And The Darkness which The Pepper Palace tells is “very hot.” Well, it turns out that this claim is a bit overstated, despite it’s use of Ghost pepper, Cayenne, and peri, it is not all that hot, but it does have a nice flavor. We’ll try a more generous dose the next time.
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This perspective shot by #WeddingPlanner showcases Winter Island, a breakfast Bagel and coffee from Wolf Next Door Coffee, and even manages a plug for Real Pirates Salem. Nicely done.
A message to you from Wolf Next Door Coffee on Derby Street.
“We recently learned that we are the only independent coffee shop in Salem that opens early, 6:30 am, during the week. We sleep in on weekends and holidays and open at 8 am – but during the work week, we’ve got you covered. We know the first ferry to Boston leaves at 7am.
As always, you can order online and have your order waiting for you when you arrive.
https://www.wolfnextdoorcoffee.com/
Tomorrow brings to us the return of the Salem Jazz and Soul Festival. Music is food for the mind & soul, and you owe it to both your mans and soul to spend some time at Salem Common tomorrow.
Thanks to Peabody Essex Museum, The Lobster Shanty and Wolf Next Door Coffee for being sponsors of this great event.
Mercy Tavern has their outdoor space ready to go, and they are allowing Wolf Next Door Coffee to utilize that space when they Mercy isn’t open.
Nicely done by the Mercy team. Now drop into this adjacent Wolf tomorrow morning for a coffee and a nosh.
https://www.wolfnextdoorcoffee.com/
This morning brought a short visit to Wolf Next Door Coffee. It’s a darlin’ little spot on Derby Street, and we say darlin’ in a kind, but #SnarkyLawyer sort of way.
Their was no plan involved. But since #TheBaldOne had already had a cup of coffee, a second one was not happening. Being over caffeinated is not an option.
A 12-ounce bag of Jo-Jo’s Java coffee beans from Jim’s Organic Coffee was purchased after proper in-house grinding. We’ll let you know a little later how well these beans brew up at home.
Also taken away was a tube of Bean Balm which is a lip balm made in-house with coffee, infused olive oil, local bees wax, honey, and essential oil.
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Shop The Chocolate Pantry on Derby Street, snuggled between Mercy Tavern and Wolf Next Door Coffee is ready to provide your Valentine’s Day needs.
*DERBY STREET HIGHLIGHTS 2021*
Running along the Salem waterfront Derby Street has long been filled with places to slake your thirst and fill your stomach. Here;’s a quick look at today’s eating and drinking options.
VFW Witch City Post 1524 serves some great meals and welcomes veterans and non-veterans alike. Jean Louis Pasta Shop is across from the Salem Ferry. Wolf Next Door Coffee offers much for you in their small space. The newest kid on the block is the scrumptious Shop The Chocolate Pantry. Mercy Tavern continues a long tradition on the Daniels Street corner. Witch’s Brew Cafe sits on the other corner. Coffees, teas, and liquor are available at Jaho Coffee & Tea. We’ll end this part of Derby Street at Brodies Seaport.
The other section of Derby will be covered later. As will Pickering Wharf.
Scroll the photos to see what’s what and where.
This morning Salem Digest attended the outdoor Veteran’s Day Service on Memorial Drive at Larking Lane. Afterwards a short march was undertaken to Shop The Chocolate Pantry on Derby Street. The newest addition to the #SweetSalem scene is nestled comfortably between Mercy Tavern and Wolf Next Door Coffee. Just call the block between Daniels Street and Bentley Street #TheLusciousLine.
We met Amy who posed for a photo behind the counter and then we explored the shop in order to explore the offerings which are “Globally sourced chocolates & confectionery, sophisticated flavors, handcrafted to perfection. Over 50 chocolate fillings to choose from, all individually wrapped. Customized favors, gift baskets, occasional & holiday orders available.”
Oh my goodness. If you have a sweet tooth we’d suggest tying a rope around something solid outside and then tying it around your waist. That way, if you get disoriented or lost you can find your way out by following the rope. Or, a friend can pull you out after an agreed upon period of time.
#TheBaldOne doesn’t really have a sweet tooth. He prefers his chocolate dark and towards the bitter. Amy was having none that foolishness and insisted on providing a grab bag of sweet, not so sweet, and delicious samples to take home and explore. This a sacrifice he must make for you. It’s not always easy being Salem Food Digest point man. It’s all done for you friends.
Make some time to visit and let Amy and Shop The Chocolate Pantry show that when “Life Happens Chocolate Helps.”
https://www.shopthechocolatepantry.com/
The two photos below were purloined directly from the page of #AlphaWolf. It appears that she has prepared some serious Loaded Baked Potato Soup that will be served today at Wolf Next Door Coffee on Derby Street. You know you want some.
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Head down to Derby Street using any available and practicable mode of transportation and stop in to Wolf Next Door Coffee. Beverages hot and cold are available, along with sandwiches, pastries, and other delicious and delectable treats.
https://www.wolfnextdoorcoffee.com/
We’re open every day to serve you!
