The 'I Just Left a Hipster Coffee Shop' meme is a popular satirical format used to mock the perceived pretentiousness of modern specialty coffee culture and the 'that happened' social media trope. It originated as a way to share allegedly real—but often fabricated—profound conversations overheard in minimalist cafes, typically involving baristas or patrons discussing niche intellectual topics. Over time, the format turned into a parody, with users inventing increasingly absurd scenarios involving artisanal aesthetics, obscure technologies, or hyper-specific subcultures. The meme resonates because it captures the common frustration with performative authenticity and the 'main character energy' often found in urban coffee hubs.