If you need a comfy couch and a caffeinated pick-me-up after a rough day of classes, head over to Perks in the Ellicott Complex.

            The coffee shop is a mellow place to grab a moderately priced cup of joe and enjoy a muffin or two. If you’re looking for something a little fancier, they offer White Knights and Carmellas – similar to Starbucks’ chocolate and caramel espresso drinks – and snazzy treats like tarts and pumpkin pie.

            Perks is a good place to relax or study. It’s usually not too busy, and there are a lot of café style tables and cushy couches and armchairs.

            The only downside is that there are usually only one or two people behind the counter, and it’s sometimes a bit of a wait, but the friendly staff gets you your order as quickly as possible.