I was early for meetings and spotted Roasting Plant. This is easy. It's a small coffee shop and…read morethey have low top and high top tables. Lets chill here for a while. My cortado was okay. Super hot so it took a bit to cool, but then a strong roast. While the laws of thermodynamics were underway, I was able to watch the flow of customers, observe the "Javabot" that sadly no one used this morning and watch the Detroit traffic circling around Campus Martius. Other than I was not able to get their wifi to work (Detroit has a free wifi as well), it was a good resting spot with quiet background music and it never did get any other sit down customers while I dawdled. [Review 877 of 2025 - 437 in Michigan - 24434 overall]

I loved my cardamom rose latte here! Lots of coffee choices…read more A coffee lovers dream! Fast and friendly service and good vibes. Located in a cool, older building in historic downtown Detroit. The location is great, near the town square, Campus Martius. Comfy seating options available but it feels like more of a carry out place. It felt like a narrow space to me because there is a large coffee display in the middle. It looks really cool but makes the space feel smaller to me. I'll definitely stop by and get more coffees to go.

This is now established bakery, put on a great lunch. It's a nice atmosphere for lunch or breakfast.read more

Quick, friendly, delicious and fun atmosphere! Easy location to access. So happy to have met them…read moreand grateful for excellent service - even when springing a big order unexpectedly!

Visited this airy, bright, and unassuming space with a friend the other day for study group. I was…read morehesitant at first for whatever reason, like it felt pompous or something with no signage -- I was pleasantly surprised. The food and drink were delicious. The menu is minimal but mighty. I felt genuinely nourished after a vanilla bean latte, parfait, biscuit (Red Lobster-esque cheddar biscuits) / egg sandwich, and greens salad. The eggs were expertly fluffed how I like them. My friend had the lentil soup along with a tofu scramble on focaccia. We ate it all! The espresso was strong, you get real silverware and clayware/bowls. Wow! I was taken aback. And for what you're getting, the prices aren't all too bad. They could definitely be higher (don't make them higher ) I encourage any coffee shop loiterer, vegan/vegetarian, or city dweller, student, etc -- to try this spot. There are a wide variety of books in the room connected to the dining area, with book shelves filled with zines and art pieces. Also a stage? What goes on in here!? Keep up the amazing work, this is a great addition to my favorites!

A beautiful communal space, perfect for catching up with friends or studying! The vibes here are SO…read moreartsy and different compared to most coffee shops. I got an iced cardamom chai and it was super yummy! Had the right combination of creaminess and earthiness. The space also connects to People's Records, which is always a treat to visit. One thing I must say is that menu items are a bit limited, but the space is more than enough to keep me coming back.

James Oliver Coffee Co. in Corktown is one of my favorite places to work remotely. The atmosphere…read morestrikes the perfect balance--comfortable, welcoming, and professional without being overly quiet or distracting. The coffee is consistently excellent, and they offer a great selection of sandwiches and food if you're planning to stay for a few hours. Unlike some coffee shops that can get overwhelmingly loud, James Oliver maintains a noise level that makes it easy to focus while still feeling lively. What really sets it apart is that you can comfortably take meetings here without worrying about excessive background noise, and it's equally great for getting work done between calls. If you're looking for a coffee shop in Detroit with great coffee, good food, and a productive work environment, James Oliver is definitely worth a visit.

A good coffee place and I really love my latte and bagel from there. But, I have not had much luck…read morewith the pastries. They gave me an end piece of zucchini bread and it was so dry, it scratched my throat. Also the brownie was dry when I ordered it. I never order the same thing again but going through the pastries I haven't had a success yet.

1st Shout out to Yelp, I read reviews b4 going to a restaurant. In this case I learned gratuity…read moreis included. I would have missed that Now... I was searching for a Restaurant that Truly supports a GF person So many say they are yet ( pre read their menus and nada) This was a test visit for guests that ARE ABSOLUTELY GF. I called for a Reservation. Oops no same day Res, yet I was told there was one Res left for 12:30 ( if We didn't make it the wait would NOT be long. We were a bit late yet our table was waiting for Us... This is a cozy scratch kitchen restaurant with a Greenwich Village vibe. Table seating for 16 bar seating for 3 Yet it didn't feel crowded. We were asked if it was our 1st time? Yes. Menu was fully explained and even b4 I could ask I was told what was always prepared GF and for other dishes what could be substituted...I purposely chose the GF waffles. May I say AWESOME. I had 1 suggestion....add the Tart cherry crafted jam that came with my husband's biscuit as an additional add on with the syrup. with the waffles I blended syrup and jam and. Then my Latte. I asked for a Hot cup. It was creamy smooth. If You can't have dairy ( and they asked) there's options. I signed up for the Rewards program and already have points and my next visit is already reserved.

Of course, I arrived ridiculously early for our reservation since I always worry about parking. I…read moreparked farther away just to be assured of a spot. I need not have worried; there was parking closer by. Oh well. The restaurant is tiny. And it maximizes the space by lining its walls with colorful bottles of wine, chic and cher containers of olive oil, and pots of artisanal honey hiding here and there. My friend pointed out the breathtakingly beautiful bouquet of dried flowers hanging over our table. I should have taken a photo when I had the chance. I started with the spiced brown sugar latte, made with oat milk. Delicious and sweeter than I thought. Even though the menu is small and curated, I could not decide between the nosh plate, the biscuit brekkie, or the quiche, which was the special of the day. So I ended up with the quiche but added the biscuit and bacon - I did not want to miss out. The crust of the quiche was fine, but the custard-like filling was divine, more like a savory crème brûlée or flan. Service was quick and efficient. Our reservation was made for one of the predefined 90-minute blocks, so the staff was on top of getting and delivering our meals and bussing tables as soon as they emptied to make room for the next group of guests.

In Detroit for business and a Realtor recommended we meet here…read more What a great vibe! The place is in an old church with beautiful architecture and settings. The coffee we ordered was delicious, the place clean and safe. Service was exceptional. In an up and coming area of Detroit, it was a delight to go here!

Unique business set up. You can get cocktails, beer, lattes, wine, coffee, canned bevs, and more…read more Staff were friendly, chill ambiance. Ordering is done at the counter. Good place to catch up with a friend or grab a cocktail to start the evening. Food menu & grab & go snacks available as well. Cool spot!

I come in to Kitab at least once a week and absolutely love it. The owners are very kind people who…read morehost lots of events for the community, I love the variety of people that come in here, every drink I've ever gotten is delicious, and I meet friends here to hang out because it's such a nice place to be. It gets a little busier during Wayne State University exams but that's okay. Also, because I'm a simple girl and get the same order usually, most of the baristas remember not only my order but my name which feels so nice. Can't recommend enough!

love the oat draft latte! service plus ambiance is amazing!…read more food: 10/10 latte: 10/10 service: 10/10

I had a sandwich with turkey, tomato, and lettuce and it was very filling as I was surprised by the…read moreamount of turkey. It was also really good too. Why I am giving it three stars? For one, they don't construct the sandwich when you order instead they have it all packaged together beforehand. I asked for the basil mayo on the side and the guy told me it was already made that way. Plus for me it just wasn't the best cafe I've been to. Okay food.

I love this place, I just wished I lived/worked closer so I could go everyday! They're not open…read moreSundays, which is harsh for me, but everyone needs a day off. Loved their paninis and soups. Looking forward to ice cream time. They're definitely passionate about the flavours they create. Can't wait to see what they come up with this year!