We are excited to launch The Crossing Express Market and Cafe in three strategic phases, each designed to advance our business vision. Phase 1 will focus on opening the market and offering a range of convenient essentials. Phase 2 will involve remodeling the space to better suit our expanded market and cafe operations, enabling the introduction of our lounge concept. Phase 3 will bring full realization of our quick-cafe model, featuring fresh grab-and-go options and a complete menu—marking the next step in delivering a seamless, customer-focused experience. A time frame will be established when we get more clarity on the steps needed in the project. Stay tuned for updates and opening announcements by subscribing to our newsletter.
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What 70 Responses Are Telling Us About The Crossing Express Market & Cafe
Your feedback continues to shape every part of The Crossing Express Market & Cafe. Since launching our community survey, 528 people have visited the survey page and 70 have shared their input, giving us a clearer picture of what Lawrenceburg and the surrounding area want from a convenience‑meets‑cafe space.
What We’re Learning From You
Fresh, prepared food is a major priority. A strong 84% CSAT score (Customer Satisfaction Score) and a 4.33/5 average rating show that customers are highly interested in freshly made sandwiches, salads, wraps, and hot meals prepared in‑house. The most‑requested items include fresh sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, salads, wraps, fruit cups, yogurt parfaits, and protein boxes.
- ⚡ Speed matters. With a 3.85/5 importance rating, quick service is a key expectation—especially for morning and lunchtime visitors.
- 🥗 Health‑minded options matter too. 63% of respondents value healthier choices like low‑calorie, plant‑based, or gluten‑free items.
- 🛒 Late‑night access is in demand. Among those who answered, over 70% believe a late‑night convenience option is needed near Walnut Street, with many preferring hours extending to 12am or later.
- 🧺 Basic groceries are a welcome addition. When asked about late‑night grocery pickups, respondents highlighted essentials like bread, eggs, milk, cheese, pasta, fresh vegetables, deli meats, and ready‑made soups.
🎶 Atmosphere Matters
92% enjoy music in a cafe or lounge environment.
The top atmosphere preference is cozy and relaxed, followed by modern, bright, and calm settings.
92% also enjoy natural background scents like coffee or baked goods.
🛍️ Product preferences are clear
Shoppers want a mix of local products (74%), small‑business items (72%), and familiar national brands. Snacks, drinks, baked goods, and healthy snacks top the list of convenience purchases.
🍺 Beer, wine, and DORA participation are popular.
67% would enjoy single‑serve beer or wine in a lounge‑style space.
74% want the cafe to participate in the Lawrenceburg DORA program.
đź’ł Loyalty programs matter
81% say they’d return more often if rewards are valuable.
The most preferred reward type is instant dollar‑off savings.
No‑expiration rewards are the top choice.
Who’s Responding?
The survey reflects a strong local presence:
83% live or work in Lawrenceburg.
The majority visit the area multiple times per week.
Most respondents are 35–65+, with a strong morning and afternoon presence in town.
What This Means for Our Next Steps
Your input is directly shaping decisions around:
Menu development
Hours of operation
Grocery essentials
Atmosphere and layout
Loyalty program structure
Beverage offerings
Local vendor partnerships
Participation in community programs like DORA
This project is being built with you, not just for you. Every response helps us refine the experience we’re creating at The Crossing Express Market & Cafe. More updates are coming as we continue turning your feedback into real decisions. Thank you for helping us build something meaningful for Lawrenceburg.
We’re looking for vendors to partner with us, especially in home goods, crafts, and baked goods. If you’re interested, please submit an application for consideration. As a vendor, you’ll be able to showcase your products in our store and earn ongoing income while we handle the selling for you.
For ongoing news, updates, and announcements about events and everything happening at The Crossing Express Market and Cafe, be sure to view our blog. It’s the best way to stay connected and hear about our latest updates!
After spending five years in the hospitality industry, the owner of The Crossing Market and Express Cafe is drawing on his experience—and his family’s—to bring something new and much‑needed to downtown Lawrenceburg. The business is proudly family‑owned and operated by a mother‑and‑son team, joined by a business partner who has become family through the journey. Together, they bring a combined background in hospitality, retail, quick‑service concepts, and deli operations. Throughout their careers and their time getting to know Lawrenceburg, they’ve all recognized the same clear gap in the area: while the town offers bars and lively restaurants, there are few places where locals and visitors can find late‑night essentials or simply unwind in a quieter, more relaxing environment. That shared understanding inspired the creation of a space that blends convenience with a cozy, comfortable atmosphere in a way the community hasn’t experienced before.
The Crossing Market and Express Cafe will be more than a traditional convenience store. It will offer a hybrid experience—part quick‑stop market, part cozy cafe—serving both guests who need to grab something fast and those who want a comfortable place to unwind. Visitors will be able to pick up a snack, drink, or hot meal in as little as five minutes and head out, or they can settle into a welcoming lounge area ideal for getting work done, watching a favorite show, or simply taking a moment to recharge.
The closed‑concept layout of the building will be preserved, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels far more personal than a typical convenience store or coffee shop with wide‑open space. Whether someone is running errands, heading to a meeting, or just passing through town, The Crossing Market and Express Cafe will offer a place to pause, recharge, and feel at home. Guests can settle into a lounge chair, grab a table to get work done, or even pick up the remote and enjoy TV while sipping a drink. Every detail of the space is designed with one intention in mind: for you to feel comfortable and genuinely welcomed as our guest.
As a family‑built business, that sense of welcome is at the heart of everything we do. We don’t see the people who walk through our doors as transactions—we see them as guests we have the privilege to serve. Our goal is for every visitor to feel cared for, whether they’re stopping in for five minutes or staying for an hour. At The Crossing Express Market and Cafe, hospitality isn’t an extra touch; it’s the foundation of who we are as a family and how we show up for our community. And did we mention we’re open late? We’ll be here until 12am on weekdays and 2am on weekends, making sure our community has a comfortable place to land seven days a week!
The Crossing Express Market & Cafe will feature late night hours and be open 7 days a week.
The Crossing Express Market & Cafe will feature a comfortable lounge space. Be our guest and stay a while.
The Crossing Express Market & Cafe will feature convenience essentials, from freshly prepared grab-and-go meals, beverages, snacks and more.
The Crossing Express Market & Cafe will feature quick eats that are made to order.
The Crossing Express Market & Cafe will feature craft beverages such as boba teas, dirty sodas, and smoothies.
The Crossing Express Market & Cafe will feature goods crafted with passion by vendors from the local community.
Store Information
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215 Walnut St
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
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Store
812-308-3100
Customer Care Line
812-260-1107
Hours
Coming Soon