Players have spotted a number of real-worldStardew Valleyreferences over the years, with one fan recently sharing a special themed menu from their local cafe. While not an AAA release,Stardew Valleyhas established a presence beyond the realm of gaming, both with official offerings and unexpected surprises.

First released in 2016,Stardew Valleyhas continued to grow over the years with various updates and expansions, and the quaint farming sim has managed to sustain a dedicated fan base for close to a decade. Widely considered to be one of thebest life-sim video gamesof all time, it should come as no surprise thatStardew Valleyfans have documented various encounters with the title in their daily lives.

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Stardew Valleyfan lolo_1427 shared a snapshot of a seasonal menu at a coffee shop in the mountains of eastern Tennessee and remarked that it was the first time they had ever seen such a reference to the game “in the wild.” The menu lists drinks inspired by familiarlocations inStardew Valley, such as the Cindersap Forest, Calico Desert and Stardrop Saloon, as well as aStardropTea, aFairy RoseLatte, and a moonshine-infusedPink Cakebeverage. In addition to the drink descriptions, the menu also features hand-drawn pixelated chalk artwork of a brown chicken, a blue chicken, a Stardrop, and the cafe itself, The Dancing Bean. While unexpected, the OP stated that they were delighted to see one of their favorite games represented at a local business with specialty drinks that bring the world ofStardew Valleyto life.

Stardew Valley Coffee Shop Menu

Fellow community members quickly chimed in with their own enthusiastic responses and fun stories of otherStardew Valleycafe menus. Some shared ideas for moreStardew-themed drinks that players could make at home, with references to Caroline’s tea and the ever-useful Triple Shot Espresso. Others lamented the lack of an in-game coffee shop, though many agreed that having a real-life cafe to visit and experience a taste ofStardew Valleyat was a one-of-a-kind experience for the OP to cherish.

As players await further updates on thenext game from the developer ofStardew Valley, fans are finding more ways to enjoy the relaxedly wholesome life-sim title in-game and in real life. From personalized fan creations to specialty cafe menus, the game’s online community continues to share the many fun ways that audiences can enjoy the world ofStardew Valley.