The Grindhouse Coffee Shop returns

Melody Hallows has re-opened The Grindhouse Coffee Shop in its original location at 314 W Main Street.

“People asked me all the time when I was going to open back up,” Hallows said. “I missed serving people and wanted my daughter, Lola Mae, to have a job doing something she enjoys.”

As customers enter the door, they will be greeted by a unique fixture—a Michael Myers statue that adds a startling yet quirky charm to the shop’s atmosphere.

“I put that up around two years ago for Halloween,” Hallows said. “I honestly forget it’s there. I guess I’m just going to leave it because it’s already become a conversation starter.”

The Grindhouse opened on July 1, bringing back the same high-quality coffee that loyal customers have missed. A friend from Flowood, who has been roasting her coffee for 20 years, continues to supply the beans.

A standout among the shop’s offerings is the signature blend, “The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.”

“It’ll make you mop your roof,” Hallows laughed.

Though the shop retains its original charm, a few dents in the walls and touch-ups remain to be done. Hallows’ priority is ensuring the space is clean, comfortable, and welcoming.

“Everybody has been awesome. It’s been amazing,” Hallows said. “Everybody has come in, been so supportive, and let me know how much they missed us.”

Hallows said business has been great since the re-opening.

“I set a daily goal, and we’ve made it or exceeded it every day since we opened,” she said. “I’m feeling pretty blessed about that.”

Among her cherished memories, Hallows is most proud of being married on the shop’s back patio. Her husband is Greg Hallows, and together they have two daughters, Lola Mae and Nimh Hallows.

“I’ve made tons and tons of memories and friends here,” Hallows said.

Beyond running the coffee shop, Hallows co-hosts a podcast called “The Humble Show” with Brandon Cox, a former employee of the old shop.

“Everybody is welcome here,” she said. “We get all walks of life in here. I don’t want anyone to come in and feel out of place.”

Hallows envisions The Grindhouse as a place where people can relax, have a good time, and get some work done without interruptions.

“I just want it to be a staple in the community,” she said. “I want people to know they can come here and get something they like.”