Nate and I have been exploring various coffee shops throughout Ann Arbor. Sometimes it's tough to…read moreget an idea of the vibe just by looking at Yelp, but we got lucky with Cahoots Cafe. We found nearby street parking and we were able to get a spot on a comfy couch that was near a power strip. There isn't a ton of seating so I imagine it can get busy throughout the day. The building is historic and also houses a coworking space which has a lot of really great amenities. The vibe inside the coffee shop is cozy but modern, and I loved the decor. They also had some really great merch - the tote bags were calling my name! I ordered the cardamom fig latte and Nate got a golden milk latte. They do that thing where they just yell out the name of the drink rather than taking your name, but I loved everything else about this place. The cardamom fig latte was unique and definitely tasted of both cardamom and fig. They have bagels and some pastries. I really liked the varied seating (comfy couches/chairs, tables, and bar seating) and plentiful outlets for getting work done. The wifi was fast and consistent. If I lived in the area this would be my go-to coffee shop. It's not the biggest space but it's definitely worth a visit!

Nice, clean little café, but the service was painfully slow. I asked the employee if they had any…read moredecaffeinated tea. She wasn't sure, so I mentioned that peppermint usually is. She disappeared into the back room for another four minutes, came back, and still didn't really have an answer. I'm sorry, but if you work there, shouldn't you know--or at least be able to quickly find out--what teas you serve? ‍ Such a simple question turned into a ridiculously long wait. Cute, clean café, but the service and basic product knowledge definitely need some work. that's 15 minutes of my life. I won't get back for absolutely no reason.

Hazel Coffee had a great selection to choose from and the staff was so friendly and inviting! A…read morevery clean place to grab a quick drink and I will definitely be returning soon!

I think of myself as a fun guy. But I have also been accused of being no fun at all because of my…read moregeneral dislike of sprinkles. It's not as if I'm opposed to gilding the lily so to speak. Give me a brownie and I'm happy to top it with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, walnuts, and even a good cocktail cherry. That said, I love matcha. Thick, green, creamy, and grassy. I enjoy lighter styled traditional matcha too, even poured over ice. Perhaps even with a splash of oat milk. But then again, perhaps not. Really I am less keen on matcha flavored with syrups or espresso flavored with pretty much anything. Great coffee and traditional matcha I believe can be elevated with accompaniments, like an amazing buttery croissant or a sweet and chewy mochi. It's important to know going in that Hazel is beloved by the Instagram set who enjoy the visual appeal of layered and flavored drinks with bright, bold, and contrasting colors. And good for them. Those folks deserve to have a cafe that serves their needs. Perhaps one day I'll have a craving for a $10 drink with cloud foam piped on top as well. And on that day, I'll be very glad that Hazel exists. And I have to give props to Hazel for doing what they do the hard way. They make their syrups in house. They take care in crafting their drinks. They are very customer centric. The owners are charming and very hands on. The space they have created is warm and inviting -- as the kids say these days, it's a vibe. Their success, business acumen, and sound financial management is impressive. The bar for really good coffee in Ann Arbor keeps on going up. Hazel has definitely carved out a niche for themselves. I had high hopes when looking at the IG feed before they opened that the shop would focus on the classics, but I'm old and terrible at social media... and texting. I'm tragically bad at short form, and I do not understand memes one little bit. Even still, I will give them props for pulling the best espresso shot on Packard which is no small feat considering the beloved local businesses that are their direct competition.

I came in quickly to get a matcha and was really impressed by this coffee shop. They have a very…read moretempting baked goods section- including a Dubai chocolate cheesecake. There are 2 floors and there seemed to be a lot of students there studying and hanging out. It is really cute inside and the service was friendly and prompt. The matcha tasted really authentic and I appreciated that they used strawberry purse, instead of syrup. The default is whole milk but I believe you can also get milk alternatives. I will be back for dessert!

Really well decorated place. It gives off a clean, calm and slightly upscale vibe…read more I tried the Yemeni tea with the bun spices and it was outstanding. There's a cardamom flavor to the tea which is reminiscent of Indian chai, but this is black without milk.

Parking is hard. Have to find street parking and it's extra hard in snowy weather (we ended up…read moreparking at the public garage). Inside is tiny but cozy. My glasses instantly fogged up! There is outdoor seating too. We ordered a lemon bar and it surprisingly had a subtle lemon flavor so it's not too sour and it had a good texture. My husband said the coffee was ok. I didn't get to try a latte cause we had an event after but their menu looks good! Service was good too and bathroom was pretty clean.

Best in Ann Arbor -- definitely five stars for a small town spot. It's a small but very friendly…read moreroaster, and I loved the welcoming vibe. We tried a flight featuring their light roast Ethiopia Natural along with a seasonal pumpkin spice latte. The flight had some nice fruity notes -- not the best we've had (body, complexity) , but still enjoyable, and it was great to see this option on the menu. The pumpkin spice latte was a highlight: refreshing, with a strong pumpkin spice flavor that really stood out. Overall, a charming and worthwhile stop if you're in Ann Arbor.

Reasonably priced, good selection of food and drinks (including non-coffee options). Kind staff…read more Decent amount of seating inside and outdoors. Only complaint is parking can be a bit tricky. Looking forward to co-working here more in the future.

Fresh ingredients, welcoming atmosphere, and friendly staff. Big reasons why I can't wait to come…read moreback!! Strolled in on a Saturday late morning for coffee. Pleasantly surprised to see EVERYTHING IS GLUTEN FREE!!!!! Sprung for the Jam Sesh sandwich and the banana bread latte with pride flare (it's June). It was very difficult to decide what to eat. But knowing this and its AA location are close by, I'm not too upset. Outside and inside seating are pretty plentiful. Parking though....is not. Maybe park on the street but I snagged the second to last spot in their lot. Its location is tucked away just outside downtown Ypsi. It's relatively small so keep your eye out when looking for it. They're also dog friendly!!!

I enjoyed my first experience at Common Cup! One of the main things I look for in a coffee shop is…read morehow comfortable I feel to work there, and this spot helped me get the job done. The atmopshere was cozy and inviting. There seemed to be a majority of University of Michigan students here. There's plenty of seating, whether it be couches to smaller tables to (what I remember) one larger table for bigger groups. I'd say the seats at the tables maybe weren't the most comfy though, I do wish they had seat pillows. The drinks did take a while to come out, but it wasn't an issue for me since I was just working. Side note: they even provide feminine hygiene products in the restroom. They also have a printer available. There's a huge parking lot available. Overall, I think this is a great spot to study and work from home, and you should definitely check it out!

Cute place in the bottom of a Lutheran church. It is an open space with a few groupings of soft…read morefurniture and several table and chair sets. Great coffee and a small offering of pastries. Nice spot to read. Highly recommend!

Got myself one of their seasonal lattes, I do not remember the name of it! But it was sweet and…read morevery enjoyable. There were some appealing seasonal drinks with uncommon flavors. The barista was quick and friendly. Great location and they also have a lot of prepared sandwiches/baked goods. Seems like a cool spot to visit, I recommend it.

Good coffee spot near UMich campus, there's seating inside but it's fairly limited and not a big…read morestudy spot. Great for grab and go. I got a small Iced latte, it was good but nothing super notable. It was a busy weekend day, the service was relatively quick.

This place is one of the best. I liked the drinks and I love everything. I would love to stop by…read moreagain.

We went to Socotra while visiting Ann Arbor because they had great reviews and it didn't…read moredisappoint. The coffee was excellent and the staff were so nice!