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The Café You Can’t Miss: A Giant Cup on the Move

The Big Coffee Cup Cafe serves customers outside House of Petals, Safety Harbour. The Big Coffee Cup Cafe’s iconic cart was built by Amr Sharaki, the owner. Photo courtesy of Shirin Kohli.
The Big Coffee Cup Cafe serves customers outside House of Petals, Safety Harbour. The Big Coffee Cup Cafe’s iconic cart was built by Amr Sharaki, the owner. Photo courtesy of Shirin Kohli.
Shirin Kohli

In a world full of similar cafés, one local coffee stand is turning heads and warming hearts by standing out in the most unexpected way. 

The Big Coffee Cup Cafe is the creation of Amr Sharaki, a passionate coffee enthusiast with a flair for design. Sharaki dreamed of opening his own signature coffee shop, but “I’m too broke to have a shop,” said Sharaki. Instead of giving up, he built something unforgettable, a giant pink coffee cup on wheels. His handmade cart is shaped like an oversized cup of coffee, and it has become one of the most recognizable coffee cups in the short span of 3 months. 

Amr Sharaki making a Mocha Monster. The mocha monster is one of Sharaki’s favorite drinks. Photo courtesy of Shirin Kohli. (Shirin Kohli)

Locals and visitors alike are drawn to the whimsical design, snapping photos and stopping by for a fresh brew. While Sharaki is happy to serve coffee, he admits he has a soft spot for matcha, which often makes its way onto the menu. 

Much of the cart’s popularity has come from online attention. “Social media is where everything happens,” said Sharaki. Posts of the oversized pink coffee cup continue to spread, bringing in curious customers from near and far. 

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“This cart is literally the cutest,” said Kaleigh Duncan, owner of House of Petals Flower and a Steinbrenner Alumnus.  

The Big Coffee Cup has quickly become more than just a cart; it is a gathering spot. From early risers grabbing their morning fuel to students seeking an afternoon pick-me-up, the cart offers a warm and welcoming vibe to all that visit. 

With its unique design, friendly service, and unforgettable charm, The Big Coffee Cup Cafe proves that sometimes the best ideas come from thinking outside the cup. 

 

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