That's where I'd put the coffee maker.

That's what I did originally, it's just a bit annoying because when I open the top of the coffee maker to put filter/grounds in, I can't open it enough because of the cabinets above. And the cord is too short for that outlet to pull it out far enough.. I suppose I could get a small extension cord so I could pull the coffee maker out enough to open the top?

I would possibly try a little decorative bowl where you could place practical things such as your keys and little gadgets or even a bowl of decorative or real fruit. You could also place a spice holder if you have one, try finding a light that could be stuck easily to the underpart of the cabinet to lighten that little space up. Hope this helps!