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    Moonwinks Café and Tavern

    3.7 (151 reviews)
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    MOONWINKS CAFÉ AND TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Good for groups

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    Katy C.

    I'm always looking for a great coffee shop in the Ann Arbor area where I can get some work done and enjoy a delicious breakfast and coffee. After thoroughly searching Yelp, Google, and Reddit, I decided to check out Moonwinks this time. I arrived right as they were opening at 8 am and immediately loved the parking lot and plentiful seating inside. They also have some outside seating. Ann Arbor seems to have quite a few of these cafe/bar combination concepts so I think this spot turns into a bar in the evening. I ordered the Sammy's best (bacon, egg, spinach, tomato, swiss, and garlic aioli) on an asiago bagel as well as an oat milk latte. They brought my order out to my table when it was ready. The wifi was super fast and I was able to get quite a bit of work done. The bagel sandwich was super tasty and the asiago bagel was the cheesiest I've had in awhile! The garlic aioli gave it a bit of a zip and I really enjoyed this. The latte was smooth and creamy, not the best I've ever had, but it did the trick. I'm so glad I gave this spot a chance and will definitely be back the next time I'm in town. It was getting pretty busy by 9 am, so get there early if you'd like a table.

    Suzzette M.

    Super cute and cozy cafe. I had a french toast iced latte. Highly recommend! I also had a bagel sandwich with an asiago bagel. Nice bagel, generous smear and great toppings!V Great place to meet a friend, sip some coffee, and get a little work done. The pastry case looked amazing! There is ice cream too!

    Jessica L.

    Great food and sandwiches in Dixboro! My boyfriend and I came back from the Matthei Botanical Gardens and came here for a quick bite to eat. There were plenty of seating, and both families and friends can come to get a bite to eat. You order at the counter and sit down with your meal. There were lots of flyers detailing local events, so I think it would be a fun setting to come enjoy music or gather for a social!

    Avocado Toast
    Grace K.

    Came here for ladies brunch one Sunday late morning. I appreciate the low-key vibe of MoonWInk's Cafe. It's a great casual spot for one-on-one or smaller group meet-ups. This would also be a great spot for some reading/studying on a computer. The service was friendly and quick. My avocado toast came out quickly and just hit the spot as a light snack. There are also little breakfast treats and desserts such as muffins, cookies, and brownies you can enjoy here. I didn't have any coffee last time I was here, but my friends really enjoyed the coffee. Cute little spot! I would recommend checking out if you're in the area.

    Alisa's Bagel (Vegan)
    Tess S.

    Parking was easy in shared private lot. Bathrooms gender neutral. Service was quick and good (person who took our order complimented my coat, bagels brought out in a timely fashion by one of the back staff). My vegan bagel was delicious! Warm, toasted, salty, savory... my husband had the lox bagel and liked it as well. Docking a star because the bathroom was a little gross (gnarly plunger receptacle) and I think they could make the sitting space better, a guest tripped over a chair while we were there for example. So definitely a little tougher to maneuver than ideal.

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    Paul W.

    It's been about a month now since Moonwinks expanded into the bar business. Moonwinks Tavern opened in what what been a jewelry/gift shop adjacent to the café. They offer a nice selection of craft beers (mostly SE Michigan brewed) and cocktails, as well as pizzas, sliders, tacos, and apps. We've tried a couple of pizzas and liked them a lot. Style is thin crust (with thick edges), toppings spare, but flavorful. Pies come personal and shareable sizes, and we find the shareable is just right for a dinner for two. Space is small but clean and light, and there are a number of picnic tables outdoors...would be very pleasant to sit out there on a warm summer evening. Service has been friendly and attentive. I live nearby and appreciate having a cozy neighborhood pub.

    Bacon Me Happy - YUM! Something in this makes it so flavorful!
    Monica L.

    Had the Bacon Me Happy bagel sandwich - OMG what is in this thing? Is it the gruyere? Is there a special sauce? At first it just looks like a standard sandwich but no - something about it is super savory. Totally coming back. Service was kind and I didn't feel rushed.

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    Ketan S.

    Cute little cafe in Dixboro. We stopped here on our Sunday motorcycle ride. Lot of Bicycle riders taking a break from their rides on Plymouth road and people grabbing a bite after Sunday church next doors seem to be regulars here. This is right by the Dixboro project. We just got Fresh Lemonade since we were hot on the motorbike. The barista's and the cashier was very friendly she even exchanged the orange juice for a lemonade for free. I liked the sign and the atmosphere in the cafe! Great stop for every sunday now even for a lunch bite.

    Deanna D.

    This place was adorable great coffee and tea. Nice scones and bagel sandwiches. Overall recommend checking out.

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    Ann S.

    It's embarrassing to admit, but my parents literally live down the street from this little gem and I only tried it for the first time this month. I was in town for the weekend and walk down to check it out. It was packed for a Friday afternoon and there was a steady flow of people. It is small, but very cute and cozy. Staff was very friendly. I wish they would stay open longer (and think they would certainly get the business), but I appreciated how they closed at 4pm and never once rushed any of the customers who were in the cafe. I left around 4:15pm and there were still quite a few people in there (I know what it's like to be on the opposite side, as a staff member, but nonetheless, I appreciated their customer service). I got a delicious seasonal drink (Autumn Harvest Coffee) and an orange muffin, and both were delicious.v I will definitely being going back every time I visit Ann Arbor!

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    4 months ago

    Great service, coffee and lovely place to hang out. I enjoyed one of their avocado toast. Will be back.

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    1 year ago

    Very nice cafe for lunch. Good service and sandwiches. There was entertainment on Tuesday.

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    1 year ago

    Very nice venue with great food nice atmosphere and a large variety of beverages. They also feature excellent entertainment.

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    1 year ago

    The parking is great! Cool atmosphere as well. Right next to a cool bench. Next to a general store.

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    Great coffee and wonderful service. I had the pistachio latte iced and it was oh so good. Will definitely be back.

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    2 years ago

    Best food and service. Amazing corned beef sandwich. I also had a nice Americano before my sandwich. I will be back!

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    Best breakfast sandwich I've had in a long time, and a really delicious specialty coffee.

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