Seabrook EDC Celebrates Damn Fine Coffee & Fried Pies' 5th Anniversary.
The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) proudly recognizes Damn Fine Coffee & Fried Pies for five years of business success in Seabrook. The celebration marks a milestone in the business’s journey and is part of the SEDC’s Business Anniversary Celebration Program, which honors local businesses that reach significant anniversaries and make meaningful contributions to the city’s economic and community growth.
Damn Fine Coffee & Fried Pies began with a dream. After relocating to Texas for work, owners Diane and Mel Gow found a property in Old Seabrook and saw its potential. Combining Mel’s 30 years of coffee roasting experience and culinary background as a master chef, the couple opened their first roastery, followed by a full-service coffee shop serving fresh-roasted coffee and scratch-made meals.
“We opened during the pandemic, faced a fire a year later, and have endured storms, freezes, and power outages,” said Diane Gow. “But Seabrook has stood by us. We’re proud to be your coffee shop.”
The business stands out for roasting coffee on-site in small batches and preparing all food fresh to order using a blend of modern and heritage recipes. The menu includes espresso drinks, Italian sodas, house-made lemonade, gelato, and signature fried pies—all served in a cozy, dog-friendly setting that welcomes the entire community.
Over the past five years, Damn Fine Coffee & Fried Pies has become more than just a café—it’s a neighborhood hub. “We’ve always wanted to create a space where people can gather, recharge, and feel at home,” said Gow. “We’re here for Seabrook, just like Seabrook has been here for us.”
To celebrate its fifth anniversary, the business hosted a community event featuring:
- Live music by Jeremiah James
- 10% off all regular menu items, all day
- Complimentary food and drink tastings starting at 2 p.m.
- Extended hours until 5 p.m.
Looking ahead, the team plans to expand the property by adding a covered seating area and reintroducing live music, as well as hosting more community events.
“Make every day a Damn Fine Day. It’s your choice,” Gow added.