This Connecticut cafe feels like an emo time capsule, a throwback coffee stop, a themed hangout, and a quirky local experience all in one. A Cafe With Major Throwback MoodWalking into Not A Phase Cafe feels like finding a playlist from 2005 that still hits just right. Why The Emo Theme Feels So FunThemed cafes can sometimes feel gimmicky, but the emo concept at Not A Phase Cafe manages to feel grounded and genuinely entertaining. For anyone who enjoys sharing their outings online, the cafe tends to provide plenty of visually appealing moments. Not A Phase Cafe has positioned itself as a place with actual staying power, not just a novelty worth visiting once and forgetting about.