Your East Dallas Coffeehouse
East Dallas Middle Ground isn’t just a coffee shop. We’re a celebration of the neighborhoods, people, and personality of East Dallas.
From our quirky patio, to the vintage 1948 coffee shop sign, to the murals, and use of only local vendors, our guests know they can always find a great drink and a big dose of community within our walls.
We love to meet our neighbors, hear your stories, cheer you on, and share what makes East Dallas so special.
Make Yourself Comfortable
Our space is huge! Alongside our custom bar, you’ll find plenty of seating (and outlets) to relax or work. Get cozy on one of our couches or take advantage of our kid-friendly room while you catch up with a friend. Looking for a space of your own? Book one of our private work rooms for conference calls, team meetings, tutoring sessions, or group project meetups.
After closing, we will have community workshops led by local artisans and experts. Keep an eye out on our social media for offerings!
Have an upcoming event? Our space is available for local groups and organizations to rent—or if you’d like East Dallas Middle Ground to come to you, you can hire our mobile coffee cart to cater. Contact us for more information.
Our Coffee
We are working exclusively with Oak Cliff Coffee Roasters located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas. After meeting with several roasters, it became abundantly clear that the knowledge, care, and trust that comes alongside working with the OCCR team was exactly what we were looking for. As long time leaders in Dallas coffee, OCCR has been vital in the development of EDMG. Not to mention, their coffee is delicious!
Read more about them here: OCCR Farm-Sourced Coffee
Our Community
Community is at the heart of East Dallas Middle Ground. We’re passionate about making an impact that goes beyond our walls and look forward to supporting both local and national causes through fundraisers, drives, and more.
For inquiries about event participation, donations, or other community events, email hello@eastdallasmiddleground.com
Tiffani Kocsis, Owner
Opening a coffeehouse has been a dream since I was a 12-year-old annoyed with the lack of options in the Los Angeles theater district. After twenty years in education as a teacher and administrator, I’m so excited to finally bring my dream shop to life with East Dallas Middle Ground!
I grew up in coffee shops (my first love was Bean Town in Sierra Madre, California) hanging out with friends, getting graduate work done, or just getting away from the chaos of little ones for some quiet. I love the culture of true community that arises when you find your place.
In a lot of ways, it’s the same way I feel about East Dallas. I moved to the area in 2009 from out of state and it quickly became the only place around Texas that felt like home—and it has been at the center of my life since.
My husband grew up just blocks from where EDMG is today. We were married at the Filter Building, had our first house (and baby) in Little Forest Hills and now we live in Lake Highlands with our three kids who attend school in the area. When we aren’t shuttling them to and from tumbling, theater, golf, and track, you can find us visiting our favorite neighborhood spots or seeking out new East Dallas gems (and always with coffee in hand).
My love for the personality and people of East Dallas is deep. I’m beyond grateful for the local folks who have supported this adventure so far… I can't wait to hear your stories and to share this part of our story with you!
Email: tiffani@eastdallasmiddleground.com
Tiffani’s Quick Facts: has taught Biology, Health, Anatomy/Physiology, & Psychology, true crime junkie, tender of chickens (9 of them names after USWNT players), pie > cake, Taylor Swift is a lyrical genius, voracious sudoku player, cat lover, California native, memoirs & documentaries everywhere.
Favorite Drink: Raspberry Marocchino
Dream Trip: New Zealand Backpacking
Favorite Book: The Joy Luck Club
Hidden Talent: Slipper flipping
Joe Newton, Director of Operations
A native of Dallas, Texas, Joseph began studying the Double Bass with Dwight Shambley, former section bassist of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, at the age of 14 paving a clear path to attend Booker T Washington HSPVA. Joseph graduated with a bachelor degree in Double Bass Performance from the New England Conservatory of music in Boston, MA under the tutelage of Lawrence Wolfe, assistant principal bass of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. As a former member of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, Joseph has gotten the opportunity to play in ensembles all over the country and is currently a Teaching Artist with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Young Musicians Program.
After a successful career in music performance, Joseph moved back to Dallas in 2019 with a new found peaked interest in coffee and service. This led to him transitioning into mastering the art of coffee and customer service and has worked to help build, establish, and revamp multiple coffee and cafe concepts around the Dallas area. Joseph is now our Director of Operations and is excited to help establish EDMG as one of Dallas' new coffee staples in the East Dallas Area!
Email: Joe@eastdallasmiddleground.com
Joe’s Quick Facts: Performed in most major performance venues around the United States, Was in a Super bowl commercial with John Malkovich, obsessed with all things Game of Thrones/House of Dragons/Lord of the Rings/Harry Potter (No, I have not read the books), Mexican food is my go-to food of choice (if it ain't spicy I don't want it), Lover of all things basketball, GO MAVS+WINGS! Settlers of Catan enthusiast, Dallas native but a Bostonian at heart, Winter is my favorite season!
Favorite Drink: Pour Over
Dream Trip: Camping in British Columbia
Favorite Book: Between the World and Me
Hidden Talent: Can make a mean Jerk Turkey
Join Our Team
We’re looking for dependable, kind, fun, and welcoming individuals to ensure all guests feel invited in and cared for. Sense of humor, excellent taste in music, and superior dance moves a plus! After reviewing resumes, we’ll be in touch with people who we think might be a good fit for EDMG. If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk.
Available positions:
Counter Staff: entry-level cafe staff
Baristas: previous experience required
Lead Baristas: minimum two years barista experience required
