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Coffee Bean Counter
For nearly two decades, Chris Parker has been a familiar face in Huntington County as a realtor. His work gave him plenty of opportunities to meet people, but he admits it wasn’t always the kind of connection he wanted. “Who wants to hang out with a salesman when you’re not looking to buy? Not me,” Parker laughed. A coffee shop, however, felt like a natural gathering space…a place where relationships could form without pressure.
That vision came to life inside the old Community State Bank building, right across from the courthouse. The name was inevitable once Parker realized there was no ignoring the “HUGE, oversized, behemoth bank vault door” that dominates the space. He leaned into it, combining a tongue-in-cheek nod to both “bean counters” and coffee beans, and Coffee Bean Counter was born.
Though doors just opened in August, the shop is already bustling with conversations, laptops, Bible studies, and even a few spontaneous brainstorm sessions. Parker beams when he talks about it. “I love that people are coming in and using the space the way we intended…it’s everything we had in mind, and people are enjoying it.”
The menu is as creative as the setting. Alongside espresso, chai, and smoothies, you’ll find customer favorites like the Blueberry Pancake latte with maple, the Campfire S’Mores Chai, and the adventurous Viking — a mocha latte with chile flavoring and cayenne cold foam. Parker promises that soups and wraps will be joining the lineup soon, making it another easy option for lunch downtown.
Part of what makes Coffee Bean Counter stand out is its sense of history and hospitality. Guests are encouraged to step up to the old vault door, take a selfie, or even give it a push to feel the weight of Huntington’s past. Inside, seating options are plentiful, ranging from cozy upholstered chairs to work-ready tables with plenty of outlets.
Parker is candid about the hurdles of starting a business — the red tape, the paperwork, the endless details — but he’s quick to credit friends, family, and the community for helping him move from vision to reality. His favorite part has been the early support from neighbors. “People get what we’re trying to do here,” he said. “They love the drinks, the space, and the contribution we’re trying to make in downtown Huntington…it’s for the people.”
He’s also committed to giving back. Parker envisions opening the space after hours for local fundraisers, allowing groups to retain 100% of the profits. Collaboration with other businesses excites him as well, noting that multiple coffee shops in town don’t create competition so much as energy and visibility for everyone.
“Brewing Coffee. Building Community.” It’s the slogan on the door, and it’s also the thread running through everything Chris Parker does — from real estate to roasting beans. For him, Huntington isn’t just where he landed after college. It’s the community that invested in him, and Coffee Bean Counter is his way of investing back.
For nearly two decades, Chris Parker has been a familiar face in Huntington County as a realtor. His work gave him plenty of opportunities to meet people, but he admits it wasn’t always the kind of connection he wanted. “Who wants to hang out with a salesman when you’re not looking to buy? Not me,” Parker laughed. A coffee shop, however, felt like a natural gathering space…a place where relationships could form without pressure.
That vision came to life inside the old Community State Bank building, right across from the courthouse. The name was inevitable once Parker realized there was no ignoring the “HUGE, oversized, behemoth bank vault door” that dominates the space. He leaned into it, combining a tongue-in-cheek nod to both “bean counters” and coffee beans, and Coffee Bean Counter was born.
Though doors just opened in August, the shop is already bustling with conversations, laptops, Bible studies, and even a few spontaneous brainstorm sessions. Parker beams when he talks about it. “I love that people are coming in and using the space the way we intended…it’s everything we had in mind, and people are enjoying it.”
The menu is as creative as the setting. Alongside espresso, chai, and smoothies, you’ll find customer favorites like the Blueberry Pancake latte with maple, the Campfire S’Mores Chai, and the adventurous Viking — a mocha latte with chile flavoring and cayenne cold foam. Parker promises that soups and wraps will be joining the lineup soon, making it another easy option for lunch downtown.
Part of what makes Coffee Bean Counter stand out is its sense of history and hospitality. Guests are encouraged to step up to the old vault door, take a selfie, or even give it a push to feel the weight of Huntington’s past. Inside, seating options are plentiful, ranging from cozy upholstered chairs to work-ready tables with plenty of outlets.
Parker is candid about the hurdles of starting a business — the red tape, the paperwork, the endless details — but he’s quick to credit friends, family, and the community for helping him move from vision to reality. His favorite part has been the early support from neighbors. “People get what we’re trying to do here,” he said. “They love the drinks, the space, and the contribution we’re trying to make in downtown Huntington…it’s for the people.”
He’s also committed to giving back. Parker envisions opening the space after hours for local fundraisers, allowing groups to retain 100% of the profits. Collaboration with other businesses excites him as well, noting that multiple coffee shops in town don’t create competition so much as energy and visibility for everyone.
“Brewing Coffee. Building Community.” It’s the slogan on the door, and it’s also the thread running through everything Chris Parker does — from real estate to roasting beans. For him, Huntington isn’t just where he landed after college. It’s the community that invested in him, and Coffee Bean Counter is his way of investing back.
