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Patchogue has a new hangout for music lovers — and caffeine seekers.
Record Cafe quietly opened this fall, offering a mix of specialty coffee, vinyl records and guitars under one roof. The storefront sits just behind Main Street along Terry Street and is designed as a community space for collectors and creatives.
Inside, there are roughly 2,000 vinyl records for sale, plus used and new guitars to buy, browse or trade. Music spins throughout the day as customers sip espresso and flip through crates.
The concept comes from owner Yofry Perez-Drebing, who moved to Long Island several years ago after running businesses in South America.
“ I have [vinyls from] a lot bands in different countries,” said Perez-Drebing, who has European and South American heritage.
Perez-Drebing said he’s collected guitars and vinyl since childhood, listening to rock, blues and jazz.
He’s launched and reinvented multiple ventures over the years, from a video rental shop modeled after Blockbuster to clothing stores and online sales.
After spending several years working in local restaurants — beginning as a chef — he decided to combine his passions for coffee and music.
“I started the coffee shop and record store with my own collection and my abilities,” Perez-Drebing said.
Imported roasts and specialties
Perez-Drebing sources his beans from Italy and believes the Italian approach creates higher quality.
“I have the quality right now, the Italian way,” he said. “After you taste the coffee, you can taste the difference.”
Record Cafe serves espresso, cappuccino, latte, hot chocolate and seasonal offerings like eggnog lattes for the holidays.
Perez-Drebing hopes the concept continues to grow. He’s even considering launching his own coffee brand someday.
“This is the start,” he said.
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Record Cafe is located at 76 Terry Street in Patchogue, N.Y.
Top: Courtesy photos from Record Cafe
