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Downtown Hampton’s coffee scene lost a singular voice this year. The Swedish‑inspired Fika Coffeehouse and Cafe at 5 E Queens Way—known for scratch‑made comfort and a living‑room vibe—now appears permanently closed as of 2025, according to multiple business listings.
More than caffeine, Fika leaned into the Swedish “fika” ritual of slowing down with friends. Owners Samantha Thomas, Benjamin Thomas, and Iryna Patterson built a full espresso program alongside drip, nitro, cold brew, specialty teas and even “boozy coffee,” plus beer and wine. Typical hours ran 7 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Saturday and 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Sunday in a restored, old‑house setting fit for breakfast, lingering brunch, and quick lunch…