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    AWAKE Cafe Detroit

    4.6 (78 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 2:30 pm

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    Outdoor seating
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    Lavender Cappuccino
    Migdalia M.

    Warm smiles, pleasant, warm coffee, and great atmosphere. Enough tables to gather with a party of 4 or seat yourself along the bar with a city view. Ordered bagels and both were delicious ! Thus far, favorite grab and go coffee spot, taking into consideration size per price and flavor versatility offered by this location. Service goes a long way and they nail it every time. Only street parking is available, but I've yet to not find front street parking.

    Adi S.

    Awake is not your ordinary coffee shop. According to their website it is a "place where people awake to the love of God and the Gospel message through the care and service of our ministry team and the conversations that happen here." The people here are kind and joyful, exactly what you'd expect from missionaries looking ro spread the word of the gospel. The food however was not the highlight of the visit. I opted for the special. Tomato basil soup and grilled cheese. Typical comfort food that costs an uncomfortable 15 bucks. Spreading the gospel is hard and expensive work. Rating: Food: 6/10 Value: 3/10 Atmosphere: 7/10

    Cinnamon Crunch Scone edith cream cheese.
    Bella B.

    PRODUCTS. Copetic. Very good scone with cream cheese. Tender and flavorful. Daily coffee was average. SERVICE. Friendly! Accommodating with providing cream on side for coffee. AMBIANCE. CUTE. Quiet like a college library. Studious. Lots of outlets for charging devices. Artsy decor. Plants brightened the place. Seats about 30? Homeless loitering around outside. OF NOTE. Street parking in DETROIT. So, park at your own risk and hopefully your car won't be ticketed, stolen or broken into, even if you have insurance. Overall... Good.

    Rachel A.

    went to awake cafe to pick up sandwiches for me and my coworker, i instantly loved the coziness and atmosphere, it was very quaint and cute with warm lighting and plenty of seating! the service was very friendly and quick! we both got the woodward ave and were amazed by how yummy it was!! definitely would recommend :)

    Avocado toast
    Ambirr M.

    The food was really good surprisingly. They have a September special frosted oatmeal cookie latte, I made it vegan which was decent and then I got avocado toast and tased my friends vegan sandwich the forest ave it was tasty . 4/5 will be back for the cozy co work aura but I would want the nice older guy to not play his guitar while im on zoom lol

    Colleen L.

    My friend and I stopped by the Awake Cafe to pick up breakfast before heading to Belle Isle to eat it. The cafe had a warm and friendly feel to it so we decided to sit down and stay awhile. The staff was super nice and accommodating. We asked if there was outdoor seating. At the time, there wasn't, but before we left, they'd set up tables and chairs outside so people could enjoy the weather. I thought the staff's quick response to customers' requests was admirable. The coffee was well-made and delicious. Totally worth the trip. I had a toasted Asiago bagel with cream cheese, which was wonderful. My friend ordered the Ford Ave. breakfast sandwich. She swears it's the best breakfast sandwich she's ever eaten. This is really saying something since this gal eats ALL her meals out. I also thought the pricing on the breakfast sandwiches was very reasonable. If you're looking for a cafe with great food and coffee, a chill atmosphere, and friendly staff, check out Awake Cafe.

    Iced matcha latte with raspberry
    Kirsten A.

    Love it here!! Service is friendly, quick, and they even brought my food out to my table. It can be hard to tell at some places- but I believe the baristas here are pretty good. No loud milk steamer mishaps- very smooth milk texturizing on the hot lattes I've had. Not to mention the food! I had a breakfast sandwich with sausage, egg and cheese on an everything bagel and was impressed. The prices are a little cheaper than some other establishments so I was nervous it would show in the food- but it was delicious!! Great place to come for a chill time with buddies or even quiet work or studying. Music is on the quieter side and vibe is relaxed. There are also two rooms- the main hot/cold bar room upon entrance has seating and also an additional only seating room with a large bookshelf free to use during your stay. Facilities and entire guest area was very clean!! Note: there is no parking lot. This establishment is located on Third St in Midtown and if you can walk or use transit I'd recommend it. It's likely you will not get street parking right in front of the business

    Front Entrance and Outdoor
    Andrea G.

    The Awake cafe in Detroit definitely kept me up and moving. I enjoyed the aesthetic of the establishment. It provided ample seating of various varieties as well as a friendly staff and variety of merchandise options. I enjoyed the forest Avenue sandwich which offered some delicious pickles on the side. The staff was so welcoming, helping me determine which drink to purchase for my first visit. This café is a beautiful option to study meet friends or enjoy the music. There was free parking both in front of the establishment but also across the street. I would like to note this is street parking so on busy days it may be hard to find. I also enjoyed at the entrance they offered a variety of local events and vendors advertisements. Another amazing facet is the fact that there are outdoor seating areas for you to enjoy your coffee on a warm summer day. Check this location out if you are in Detroit near MGM Grand area.

    Everything bagel
    Lauren D.

    I tried the Frosted Oatmeal Cookie Latte and I really liked it. I like how you could taste the flavors and sweetness but it didn't drown out the coffee flavor. It didn't turn the coffee into a dessert. I got an everything bagel. I like to drown my bagels in cream cheese so i got an extra on the side but i think it's convenient that they put it on there for you so someone who may be on the move, trying to get to work or school can just open it and start eating without the hassle. Customer service was good. It's such a nice space to do homework in or even sit in the back area and read a book. I really like this spot. I'm glad I was able to check them out.

    Mark L.

    Stopped for a coffee and cinnamon roll. Coffee good. The cinnamon roll was good. They were nice enough to warm it up, and skip the icing (which can make it too sweet for me). It is a nice vibe with tall ceilings, and soft indie music playing in the background. There are Sayings are posted throughout. There is lots of seating with a counter, couches, tables and a fireplace area. Good space for working or meeting someone. It was not busy on this Saturday later in the morning.

    Avocado Toast
    Autumn M.

    A hidden gem off of 3rd street in Midtown! People, I'm going to need you to venture a block or two off of Woodward and Cass to sample some of Detroit's best eateries. I had the pleasure of *literally* stumbling into Awake following a weekend morning run. Not only was their food tasty (I was a fan of my avocado toast and oranges + their delicious homemade granola bar) but the staff has actually started to create our running crew specialty items like Runners Toast (avo toast with egg) for some of our regulars. This friendly, home like atmosphere is felt the second you step foot in the shop. We were told by the staff that Awake doesn't have a singular owner and actually functions as a collective model which was really cool! The back room has a plethora of books and board games for you to try out as well as some comfy seating. In sum, this is a great cafe/coffee shop but also just a really neat spot to hang out or meet up with friends. Street parking is available.

    Fresh Hand-Made Cinnamon Rolls & Granola Bar
    Aylime B.

    Nice place to work with ample seating and enough outlets and extensions for laptop and phone chargers. The music is not loud at all. It's typically very quiet inside but it does get a bit busy during lunch hours. The ingredients taste so fresh, the coffee and the food are always sooo good. I highly recommend trying their cinnamon roll! My favorite drink to order is an iced latte with caramel and coconut syrup -- not too sweet, and it tastes amazing. Other food items I recommend: the Willis avenue, the Woodward avenue, their spicy chipotle breakfast sandwich. Only downside is that they close early, but they do open pretty early for folks who want to grab a quick coffee and breakfast sandwich before work.

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    Christal P.

    I had no idea this cafe existed until today. I was planning to stop by Tou & Mai for smoothies, but Tou & Mai's hours have temporarily changed, and it was closed. Luckily, I searched for smoothies on the Yelp app and AWAKE was only minutes away. The mango smoothie with oat milk (there is also the option of almond milk substitute) was delicious. The café is small and cozy. The customer service is excellent. I also like the individually handwritten affirmations on each cup. It's so much nicer than getting a cup with your name misspelled or something else that is offensive. I will be returning to try more items on the menu. For downtown, the menu is reasonably priced with sandwiches and salads under $8 and breakfast for under $5.

    Breakfast The Willis Ave Sandwich on Asiago Bagel

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    I've always enjoyed going there. However, the service while good, is always a bit slow. So I sometimes just get a carry out.

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