Great breakfast place. They have great premium coffee, lattes, etc. It's a must visit place. The inside is cute and accommodating. A bit tight but manageable. I will surely go back. read more

Great little place for Brunch. I love the aesthetic and atmosphere inside. Many teapots and Mugs for sale btw. The service was outstanding. Food - The White Knight coffee is delicious. Corn beef hash is good as well. I said good and not great because I like mine very crispy at the top. read more

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No no noooooo-!!! Breakfast "burrito" (actually just a fried flour tortilla on the plancha) for $15??? And some super dried non flavorful frozen separate "hash browns" that were immediately toss-worthy equals don't waste your hard-earned dime. I couldn't..... suffer..... it. Sadly, the mediocre coffee was better than my entree PS half star for very large portion of eggs inside the fried tortilla. read more

This place wasn't it. It's one of a couple options for breakfast. I thought the other place I went to wasn't amazing, but I found out I liked it better than this place! The wait is long, so prepare to stand around for a while. I was thankful they had a few spots to sit at least. To order coffee, you can go inside and squeeze over to the cashier to order. I will say, the coffee wasn't worth it, especially for the high price. When I was sat, we were squeezed into a corner. The tables are extremely close together to try and fit as many people as possible, which I wasn't into. Our waitress came over slowly and never returned again. We also watched as other people sat after us, ordered, and got their food before us which was frustrating. I tried to fill my time by looking at the quirky decor, which was fun, but it made my mood even more sour. Thinking back while writing this review, the food was not memorable. I had to sit here for a bit and try and visualize what I had. The eggs were overcooked, but I was too hungry to say anything. The bacon was alright, but it definitely felt like it was under a heat lamp. Pancakes were some of the oddest I've had. Slightly crispy, almost needed a knife to cut it, and the syrup tasted like nothing. I wouldn't return. read more

Well, this is one of the few breakfast spots in St. Ignace, so we haven't had much choice. The coffee was very good and I'm happy they have dairy free milk. The breakfast on the other hand was very average, the vegan frittata comes now without vegan egg, so not sure what kind of frittata this is... you still have to pay the same price, so I asked if they can put some veggies as a replacement for the missing egg, and of course they did, but I learned from the bill that we charged extra... that is so unfair. It tasted ok, would definitely be better with the "egg". Husband got the traditional breakfast and it was ok too. The place itself is super cute and the staff was very friendly despite being very busy. read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Vegan frittata that has no vegan egg substitute - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

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The place hums. Not with noise exactly--but with presence. The walls are crowded with art, relics, and fragments of lives once lived out loud. Everything seems to lean inward like it's listening. Watching. Remembering. I only stopped in for espresso--twice. But both visits felt like chapters in a story I didn't know I was part of. The first time, the staff was warm and welcoming. The second? I was greeted like an old regular, like someone who'd been missed. There's something magnetic here. Not just caffeine--something deeper. A sense that time folds a little at the counter, that the past is stored in the frames on the wall, and maybe in the coffee itself. We'll be back. Of course we will. read more

Restaurant was definitely busy and to be expected for a Sunday morning after church. We didn't wait too long for a table. The restaurant is small and you can tell it's a busy cafe. However the rest of the experience was subpar. Our waitress took a little while to come to our table. The table next to us sat after us and was greeted and got their drinks before our table had gotten greeted. We ordered our drinks and food all at the same time once our server had come to the table. We proceeded to wait 10+ minutes for our coffee to get to the table. We actually had to stop the waitress as she walked by to ask if we could get our coffee, to which she replied, "oh.." and went back and grabbed them. While we waited for our food for about 30+minutes, we proceeded to drink our coffee, never offered refills and rarely saw our waitress to be able to ask for refills. When the food came we just immediately asked for the bill and even though our cups were empty, still had to ask for coffee refills rather than being offered a refill. Food was good. The pancakes were good, the corn beef hash was good just a bit salty, and the waffle was nothing special. Might have been an off day since it seems like a busy, popular place but definitely was subpar. read more

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I have been coming here for the past 20+ years, but I moved out of state and haven't been back in several years. It has gone downhill unfortunately. The vibe is still cute with a sort of "hippy" colorful theme. We got there and were told it would be a 20 min wait for our party of 3, which is no big deal. We got seated after about 20 mins of waiting. Again, not a big deal. However, after we got seated our server didn't come around for around 10 mins to greet us. Once she came around we ordered plain coffees and our breakfast at the same time. Our server then proceeded to what seemed like forget us. She finally walked by us another 10 mins later and we had to ask for our coffee. She brought us our coffee and we waited another 30+ mins for our food to come to the table (about 50 mins after we were seated). Our server never refilled our coffee until she gave us the bill. She never asked us or gave us water. The other tables around us that she was seating were also waiting for long periods of time. The pancake and corned beef hash were good. But, not worth the wait. The parking situation here is also very limited. The coffee here is excellent. If I were to come back, I would just to a to go coffee and eat somewhere else. read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

Wow - loved it! It's been at least 10 years since I've been to Java Joes. I had fond memories of that first time here. This time, my wife was with me. We shared the following: - Hobo Omelet with Hasbrowns and Sourdough Toast - Coconut French Toast We ordered the omelet as shared, which means it's split into 2 plates, each with hashbrowns and toast. It was so tasty. We packed half to take home. We asked that the French Toast be brought out later. Worked out perfectly. Amazing presentation and taste. Lunged the crunch of the griddle coconut and the flavor of the batter and the syrup. So good! As for service - 5 stars as well. Our server was pleasant and attentive. Much appreciated. Thanks Java Joes! read more

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Busy cozy Java house I just ran in to check it out and grab a chai latte. The parking lot is small and full so I would suggest walking from your hotel. Kid friendly menu with coloring on the back. read more

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Classic divey diner serving breakfast and lunch five days a week (closed Tuesday) Fun newspaper style menu packed with all your breakfast dreams. Eclectic decor on the inside and a fun mural outside Outdoor seating on the patio, too! Good size portions Super friendly staff and fast service! Located on the mainstreet just outside of 'town' What more do you need? My rating rationale +1 Service +1 Food~Taste/flavor/quality +1 Presentation +1 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value This was for a visit in September, I'm slowly catching up on vacation spots read more

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Loved Java Joe's Cafe! The staff were personable, the service was timely and the atmosphere is so hip and fun! The family loved the eggs, pancakes, French Toast, omelettes and I especially loved the coffee. Highly recommend! read more

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Oh Java Joe! What a character (the man behind the cafe). Stopped here on a recent trip to the area and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The inside is colorful and comfortable. It has an eclectic feel where you could visit several times and notice something new and different each time. On our visit were were admiring their expansive, fun, and funky teapot collection. I ordered a breakfast sandwich and a mocha. Both were wonderful. The mocha was decadent with whipped cream on top and was more dessert-like than I typically enjoy but matched so well with the entire vibe of the place that I didn't mind a bit. The breakfast sandwich was cheesy and wonderful. The service is outstanding. While we were there the owners were both in house and Joe walked around and chatted with all the customers. He's lovely as is his wife. Truly such a gem they have here! Get to it! read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Mocha! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

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Been coming here for years and it's always been good. The original owner's son and wife took over this year. They made some upgrades inside and kept most of the menu the same. This is my go to and it did not disappoint!!! So good! Our server was the best- so funny and friendly. Make the time. It's small, local and fills up fast! read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Stuffed Banana French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

This has been a family favorite for years. Joe and Sandy created an amazing legacy, and have handed it to their lineage. I had the Denver Omelette from their amazing eclectic menu, which captures practically anyone's taste. My wife had the Greek Omelette, and my Mother-In-Law had the Vegetarian Frittata. No one walked away hungry, all the food was fresh, the service was amazing as they worked as a team to make it a great experience. If you are in St. Ignace, this is a must stop, they have amazing coffee, breakfast and desert. The music allows for conversation, and the patio and indoor dining provide an environment to have great conversations about your Northern Experience with Family and Friends alike. This spot has never disappointed and the food and service has not missed a beat. The legend is in good hands. read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

Simple unpretentious and quirky. Java joes is all of this! Oh I also forgo tasty. This little gem is located near the ferry to Mackinac island and serves up a tasty breakfast hitting all the spots. We arrived around 9 on a Saturday so the little restaurant was popping. Don't be afraid though they have fast service and move folks through quickly. The only build I can offer up to make things even better is to simplify the menu. Too many choices not only make it arduous for guests but slows down the kitchen. We waited about 30-40 min for 3 corned beef hash orders... however it was worth it! Delicious! Stop by read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Corned beef hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

Stopped in for breakfast. There was short wait. Very fairly priced with an extensive menu. The menu even gave suggestions of things to do and places to explore, which was so nice! We both loved our food and service was good and quick. I also got the Vanilla amaretto latte which was sooo good. It is a small restaurant, so it was a bit cramped but totally worth it in our eyes. We got a cool shirt that was only 13$ and everything was very fairly priced. even got a complimentary magnet! Definitely recommend. read more

Java Joe's Cafe - magnet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

This place! Man where do I start...let's start with the hostess, I was actually afraid of her! No joke, super rude and not friendly and inviting at all! I can't stress enough how many times she kept saying to EVERYONE that walked in that everyone from the party must be present when she calls your name, because they do NOT hold tables here. So she calls my name, I was there without my husband who was literally walking back from parking the car, she goes to me "he better be, we don't hold up tables here, we need to be rotating them quick"! Umm ok. Our server was super nice and this review really has nothing to do with our server, food was meh, nothing to write home about, I had to add salt, pepper and hot sauce to my skillet, it was flavorless. Anyway, back to the show we got while we were waiting for our mediocre food. As we're chilling at the table the owner comes out to the table next to us and goes "were you guys here yesterday morning too? To which the guy: yeah, the owner: well you didn't leave us a tip and that was rude, and I wanted to let you know that kind of disrespect isn't tolerated here! Guy: umm we did leave a tip, cash on the table. Owner:no you didn't. OMG is this real life?!? He was beyond rude causing this scene in front of everyone seating in this tiny space, so of course he made the guy super uncomfortable and embarrassed him, note to the owner "WTH man, you're supposed to make your customers feel welcomed not jumping their throat for a $8 tip!" Not sure if the older lady at the hostess stand is the owner wife but I'm actually baffled on how they were able to keep this place opened for so long with their attitudes and the way they talk to their customers. Also (we were seated right by the door so we can hear the hostess talk to incoming customers) telling your customers to look over the menu while they wait for their table so they can order quicker so you guys can rotate your tables quicker isn't nice either! I felt like we were super rushed the entire time, they seemed to be so money hungry. Another good one was, someone walked in and asked what the wait is, and she goes to them, 20-45 minutes, but really I don't know, everyone's taking their time this morning umm ma'am I can hear you loud and clear, at least try to be more professional and nice. I know there aren't many options in this area for breakfast but this place is a absolute NO for us in the future, i rather have a granola bar and save the $65 I dropped here for a mediocre breakfast, a coffee I couldn't finish and a rude show we got! read more

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We waited 45 min before our bagel and crepe were served...cold like it was under a heat lamp and forgotten about. then 30 min for check... waitress completely forgot us. the crepe was extremely thick and everything was dry because it was roasting in the back just drying up. Pancake was cold and served with no nutter nor syrup. Their forgetfulness was unexcusable...extremely poor service. read more

Delicious omelette's and Java! Great service and smiling faces. We will return to this place for breakfast for sure! read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

All I got was one iced latte to go and it took about 15 minutes to get it. Mind you it wasn't even busy. Only one girl was making all the drinks while 2 other employees just watched. They do not use any measuring system to putting syrups into their coffees. They just take off the cap and pour however much they want in. This creates inconsistency with their drinks. Also it's WAY over priced. I paid $10 for one, small iced latte. I would not go back. read more

Best breakfast hands down!!! Service is always amazing and the food is just as good. Highly recommended!! We always stop on our way home to the UP. read more

Awesome food, lovely service and great location. We stumbled upon this place to grab a quick bite and fell in love. Service: Joe and Sandy are fun, warm and welcoming. They do have a small kitchen - so make sure to budget enough time when you visit the place. Food: We ordered a bunch of omelets which were tasty and had sumptuous portions. The menu has something for everyone. Highly recommend for a hearty breakfast/brunch before you head to the Mackinac Island. Ambience: the place has a very nice, cozy ambience. The outdoor dining area is great for lete groups Overall - awesome experience. Great food. read more

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Ordered a coffee with an extra shot and paid for it. Not on the sheet so argued with me and would not make it right. Will Ever go here again!!! So rude!!! Also the coffee tasted like burnt coffee could not drink. 14oz for $8 in the trash read more

Stopped on a recent trip through and it's such a cute little place! The menus are like newspapers and there are SO MANY choices! The server was friendly and helpful, great coffee and delicious breakfast. We took advantage of being able to split the omelets. "Java Joe" is a character for sure. A great little spot if you are in St. Ignace! read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

The building itself is super cute on the outside and inside it's full of pictures and collectibles. There is very limited seating for the entire restaurant and little room for people to maneuver around while not sitting. We went on a summer Sunday morning around 11 AM and it was very busy but we were seated within 5 minutes. The host and server were so nice. I don't have any complaints there. While my party of 4 was walking to be seated, what I presumed to be the owners wife made a comment about how she used to have a prize to bribe kids of getting off their phone and talking to their parents but they ran out. While I do look incredibly young for being a full grown 4'7 adult, what was meant to be a personal and fun comment felt inappropriate and I didn't appreciate it as she was stabbing at my appearance as someone who is the face of the business. The wait to order our drinks and food along with actually receiving them took awhile on a busy day which was OK, but while waiting for our orders I was people watching when I overheard and watched the wife point to her head and say to a server, "sometimes you need to use your brain." Forget the comment she said to me, but as a manager, I would never say something like that to an employee of mine, and especially not in front of a restaurant full of people. As a leader you are to give feedback privately, otherwise it's degrading and it's humiliating. Other than that, the owner Joe visited each table and conversed with them in between making drinks. read more

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Friendly, clean and a delicious breakfast! "Java Joe" is a treat as he makes his way around the restaurant. read more

What an awesome place! Very bright and colorful keeps the place feeling not too small. The menu is very plentiful and full of choices. You wouldn't be able to make a dent in their menu if you dined there for a week. There is something for everyone. read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Eggs Benedict, small fruit cup and a short stack of Nutella Crepes. Yummy!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

I'm a fudgie but this was such a cute little breakfast place! It's like a little home transformed to a dining area, it was so homey! Their food was made to order and fresh AND affordable for St. Ignace. I ordered their corned beef hash omelette and I can't even begin to describe how good it was. My husband ordered the hungry man and finished it in under 10 minutes lol the service was also great, their servers were super nice and really took care of us. My husband and I will definitely coming back whenever we're at St Ignace again! read more

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Super cool breakfast spot with eclectic flair and a funky vibe. Joe the owner is really nice and a local expert if you need some recommendations for area attractions. The menu is printed on a newspaper and is quite extensive, they have a ton of omelette and pancake options. I had the unique and intriguing lobster omelette, which also had shrimp. It was absolutely delicious. My fiance had the biscuits and gravy with eggs and said they were great. The only downside here is that the service is very slow. We waited about 45 minutes after ordering to get our food. We walked from our hotel but beware of the parking lot, it is a bit of a trap! read more

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We asked someone where we could get breakfast in St Ignace because we couldn't find one as we were walking around. Java Joe's was the recommendation and it was perfect. Busy but we were seated quickly and the food was delicious. We'll go back! read more

Great food, amazing service and so friendly . We were visiting from Ohio and we stopped in here for breakfast. Best place ever

Java Joe's must be THE go-to place. It was hopping when we arrived around 10:30am on a Sunday and had about an hour wait. We might have gotten in sooner but there was a group of 13 ahead of us. The waiting area is outside, there is absolutely no where inside to wait so if it were raining, you'd be out of luck. If you happen to be eating on the outside patio, it can be a little awkward as it kinda feels like people are staring at you. I know I was eye balling everyone's food, when I was waiting. The food...this is why it got almost 5 stars. They have a pretty extensive menu...oh my goodness, they have pancakes galore. We tried four different kinds at our table - Hawaiian delight, Oreo, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, and Banana. They were all VERY tasty. I'd say you probably can't go wrong with their pancakes. The drinks...we had an iced chai and a caramel cappuccino. The iced chai was very milky and didn't have a strong chai flavor, it ranked pretty low for me. The cappuccino was luke warm and also not something we'd go out of our way to get again. The service...our waitress was great. Very nice and attentive even though you could tell she was extremely busy. On the flip side, the hostess was ALL business and came off a little rude to some guests. There was a bit of an altercation regarding a guest that didn't have a mask and the hostess practically yelled at her. Granted the guest was rude too, but I was a little surprised at how how she acted toward the customer. All in all, the food was good so I'd come back if I was in the area. read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Entrance with eat-in patio dining. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

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This is a great little place in St. Ignace! The food is great and they have such an eclectic menu! The owners are very gracious and a hoot to be around. They even gave us free coffee while waiting for our table and free hot chocolate to the kids! Where else do you hear about that happening? Please give your support to this great local business! read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Hawaiian Omelette and Corned Beef Hash Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

Waited 45 min prior to seating. Once seated we ordered immediately and waited another 30 min for food to arrive. The service was slow and it seems like they were understaffed. The service staffed seemed overwhelmed and confused at times. The food was decent but not the best. For the biscuits and gravy I was impressed that they gave 4 biscuits. However the egg seemed less than other places. read more

Java Joe's Cafe - Biscuits and gravy with hashbrown and egg (less egg than normal). Hobo omelette. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Saint Ignace, Michigan

I came here because this place had good reviews about it being nice and cozy. The whole style of this place threw me off, and it was extremely unique - not in a way that I liked. There was this guy walking around talking about how the floor of the building was linked to Hindu legends. On top of that, the food was tossed together, the service was fine, and there were no cleanliness issues. First, the food. The food was extremely tossed together, and the food did not seem of the highest quality. The bacon with my breakfast special was transparent and see-through in the middle. Additionally, the scrambled eggs were a bit runny, and they were not restaurant quality. My Rating for this Category: 3/5 Next, service. There were no major issues here. Our waitress was friendly but extremely quiet. She just took our orders and left. The food that I ordered came out at a good speed, and we were in and out of the restaurant with four people in less than fifty minutes. My Rating for this Category: 4/5 Finally, the cleanliness. There were no issues with the cleanliness. Nothing on the table - silverware, dishes, and glasses - was sticky. The table is covered in a paper-made cover. Also, there were no bugs in my food - I have had this happen before at other restaurants! My Rating for this Category: 5/5 For me, nothing came together to make this place pop. Everything was extremely generic, and nothing was special. The food was average at best, the service was fine, and thankfully there were no cleanliness issues to be reported. After coming here, I cannot say that I will be back, and I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone traveling in the area. read more

We had an absolutely fabulous breakfast at Java Joe's! Loved everything we had and will go back next time we're in town!

We loved the Java Joe's. The food was absolutely fabulous, but the atmosphere made the visit the best...plus our waitress was kind, funny, and awesone! read more

Good food and service. Small spot with a lot of character. Ordered breakfast and omelette was fabulous. Not crazy about the hash browns -should have tried the biscuits and gravy. read more

Cool place. Joe is a cool guy. Would highly recommend going into the establishment to look around. Food is very good too. Great way to start your morning before heading to Mackinac Island. read more