Manhattan's Peaceful Grounds Coffee Company To Close, Reopen In New Location: Owners
By Lauren Traut
Published on March 23, 2026.
Peaceful Grounds Coffee Company, owned by siblings Holly Barajas and Jonathan Tough, with mother Cheryl and stepfather Paul Wellman, will close its Manhattan location on March 29. The owners announced they will reopen in an undisclosed location soon. They have not disclosed where the new location will be. The closing of the Manhattan café has been met with support from community members.
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