Coffee & Pizza Come Together

Posted on Nov 4

Victory Lane Pizza and Coffee by Inferno is the duo you didn't know you needed

This Monroe business duo is blending two beloved flavors—coffee and pizza—into a unique experience. Though coffee and pizza might seem like an unlikely pair, they both share a knack for bringing people together.

Beginning Business Ventures

In 2018, a group of first responders ventured into a lawn care and small excavation business. But when the pandemic hit in 2020, their business began to fizzle, prompting them to brainstorm new opportunities. When the chance to purchase Victory Lane Pizza in Monroe came along, they seized it, eager to take on an exciting new challenge.

With Victory Lane Pizza connected to an adjoining space, the group of friends toyed with the idea of opening a coffee shop next door. The result? Coffee by Inferno launched in February 2024, following the successful opening of Victory Lane Pizza a year earlier, in February 2023.

The Creative Menu

As local businesses, the team behind Victory Lane Pizza and Coffee by Inferno enjoy the freedom to experiment and get creative with their menu. They welcome customer suggestions, which has led to their best-selling pickle pizza. Crafted with a special dill sauce, it quickly became a hit.

On the coffee side, they partner with Yield Coffee, a local humanitarian roaster that provides freshly roasted beans delivered weekly.

"It was really important to us that we partner with local businesses as much as we could, as well as finding ethically-sourced coffee beans," says Sarah Terrell, one of the four friendly faces behind the Victory Lane Pizza and Coffee by Inferno.

The fun coffee menu offers a range of unique creations you won’t find at chain coffee shops, featuring seasonal treats like a Peeps latte in spring, a chocolate-covered strawberry latte for Valentine’s Day, and a Lucky Leprechaun latte for St. Patrick’s Day. Customer favorites include the White Chocolate Bourbon Caramel Latte, Pumpkin Cold Brew, and Tiramisu Latte.

Positive Messages

Coffee by Inferno has become known for its unique touch: positive affirmation coffee sleeves. With every coffee order, baristas take the time to fill out these sleeves with uplifting messages, creating a small but meaningful moment for each customer.

These affirmations add a personal, feel-good element to the experience, transforming an ordinary coffee run into a dose of daily encouragement and connection.

"The connection that we create with people is something that sets us apart in the food scene," Melissa says. "We want to give people a reason to smile and leave here happy."