Very cute coffee shop! Been to the East Lansing location several times and this was my first visit…read moreto the Lansing location. A spontaneous muffin trip while strolling around Old Town. Got blueberry and sister got cinnamon. Very dense and yummy! Great ambiance for studying or catching up with friends. There isn't too too much seating, but found a small open table. Also PSA please return Burt the succulent :(

A coffee shop that knows how to do it the right way. If you appreciate quality coffee you need to…read morestop by The Blue Owl. A creative vibe and quality coffee is a can't miss trip.

Great coffee, & wonderful catering customer service. I'd highly recommend & will use them again.read more

Drink: got the pistachio latte, I was a bit disappointed. It seemed like all I could taste was…read moremilk. Also got a candied elderberry latte... I should've not done that. Again, just milk with a slight hint of the syrup. I always like to try seasonal drinks but now that I'm old, I think I'm just gonna get regular coffee in the future. I couldn't tell you what the coffee tasted like at all. Service was fine, I read a lot of negative reviews but my barista was very nice and friendly. It definitely looked like a great place to relax at, there were quite a few tables and they were all filled. We did not get any of the baked goods; it all looked appetizing though. Next time I'm here, I'll get a cold brew.

Stopped here with hubby and got a wine flight to share and some books! Recommend. The atmosphere…read morewas amazing - imagine cozy bookshop meets cool cafe meets community hub. I'm looking forward to going back and getting a chai or trying their food. There are tons of great books to choose from (I discovered a couple of new authors I hadn't seen at other shops around town) and they have some board games you can sit and play with friends while you hang out there! We went on a Sunday afternoon and the place was hopping. Employees were friendly and cheerful and managed to let everyone take their time ordering while still working through the line quickly. We'll definitely be back for future date days or hangouts with friends!

I usually dont like to write reviews for coffee places because I find many to be very cookie…read morecutter/generic, but I had to mention this place because not only do they have great coffee (and a surprisingly good grilled cheese sandwich), but they also have a library with plenty of books and a wine rack. Those are the things that made it standout for me. Perfect place for a college town like East Lansing.

Super cute spot perfect for a mid way stop across the state. Delicious Chi I may think the best…read moreEVER. Staff was very friendly and bathrooms were clean. Thank you and we will be back!!!!

I so want to like this place, because its location on Waverly is near my house and so convenient…read morewhen I'm about to jump on the highway right there! I also really believe in supporting small businesses, local economy and diversity. However, I keep going back after being disappointed, and it doesn't get any better. The latest issue is that I had a $5 birthday coupon (which is only mediocre considering my average drink costs over $8, but OK, I know it's not Biggby). I got there the day after my birthday, which also happens to be smack in the middle of the holidays (between Xmas, Kwaanzaa and New Years Day) and was told it was NO GOOD. Unlike literally every other birthday offer that I get from this rewards program that restaurants use, it is not good for the month of your birthday, or even the week of your birthday, or even the day before and day after your birthday, but for ONE DAY only. On top of them not having one single vegan food item and also not allowing folx to post community announcements, this was the last straw for me. I will not return.

Logistics. In shopping plaza, just east of Marsh Road along northside of Central Park Dr,…read moreconnecting to Time Square Drive, in Okemos. Vibe and First Impressions. Galley-like set up as you walk in. Breakfast diner vibes more than 'cafe and bakery'. Kitchen to your left as you walk down short corridor into cafe. Sloth-like chill attitude encouraged; the hashtag is #letshangtogether. Had fun looking at all the little sloth decor throughout. Lots of light and glass. VERY limited seating; seats about 15 (?) inside; mostly 2 tops and a 6 top. When we walked in, we were greeted warmly, permitted to sit where ever we would like, then handed menus. Turkish music playing was just a bit too loud. Hospitality. Friendly and helpful. Owner-chef seemed very happy to be there, singing and engaging with his regulars. Offerings. Basic breakfast and lunch items with Turkish and Mediterranean classics. No flavored lattes but other basic espresso drinks offered. Chai was excellent. Had the Turkish coffee because it was a Turkish joint; was REALLY good; strong. We had the Simit Platter; sesame-like NY bagel, feta chunks, and olives. All very good. See pics. Apparently they offer cooking classes, catering, and meal prep pick-up -- for ever-changing healthier, fresh, easy-prep take-out options. Of Note and Last Impressions. Lot parking. Overall, fun.

We tried a variety of dishes from here when visiting family. We got all of them for takeout for…read morelunch. The menemen was my favorite. Like scrambled eggs with tomatoes and onions. It was tasty and even better with the bread they provided. It could've been packaged in a better way because the oil dripped out everywhere by the time we got it home. Maybe a plastic container with a tight fitting lid. The mezze platter was also quite nice, especially the carrot appetizer. The bulgur patties were also flavorful. The artichoke was slightly disappointing because it didn't have any other flavor than salt and vinegar, similar to canned/bottled artichokes. The salad was fresh and the dressing was light. Overall, this was a light and tasty lunch.

We stumbled upon this coffee shop as we were browsing downtown by the campus - the location is…read moreperfect! The building is clean, the ambiance is chill, calm and sophisticated. The menu is superb. The variety of coffees and desserts is plentiful for anyone's taste buss and knowledgeable staff helped make us something delicious. The Haraz spices in my latte were delicious, very well made. We ordered croissants to go - they were amazingly soft and buttery, huge and delicious!

Great pastry and the coffee choices are good. However, the price points, especially on coffees are…read morevery high. Service has been good but not great. Probably not my everyday choice, but a "once in a while "trip.

Oh my sweet, sweet toaste. I love this place so much. I genuinely feel maternal towards it…read more Hands-down the best coffee in East Lansing, and there's pretty much no other place you're gonna get a specialty coffee for six dollars and trust me, I've been everywhere. The pesto tomato sandwich is one of the best sandwich I've had, easily the best sandwich in East Lansing. I never reviews, but I had to find a latte that compares in Chicago, which is saying a lot. Very nice people too.

Not sure who all these people are giving five star reviews but our experience was definitely not…read morefive star. We all had grilled sandwiches which were basically tasteless and served lukewarm not hot. Also, we asked for one sandwich without pesto, and they didn't even get that right. Sorry guys, with that limited of a menu, you really should be doing better.

Fun cafe that serves unique tea drinks. A full meal or pastries are other options and they're all…read moregood!

Selection was quite limited, against the menu offerings. The New York cheesecake was good, the…read morecrepe cake was ok.

My go to for delicious coffee that doesn't taste like corporate burn garbage. Extra points for…read moreBangos nasty af potatoes. If you know, you know

I'd been to a different location of this local coffee shop before, so I was excited to stop by this…read moreone and get some breakfast the morning after Thanksgiving. The space is large with plenty of seating, and they have a wonderful food menu with bagel sandwiches and delicious potatoes. The employee taking our order was patient and polite. I got the Parkside sandwich (bacon, egg, pesto, cheese), and Nate got a Thanksgiving sandwich special. I also got an oat milk latte. They have a pastry case full of pastries and doughnuts so I'd love to try those next time. It was nice to sit and enjoy our breakfast and I loved the latte - it was one of the best I've had recently, very creamy and smooth. The parkside bagel was quite greasy, but the flavors were so savory and yummy. I loved the pesto and it had a ton of crispy bacon. I saved half for later and it was still good heated up the next day. We got a side of the curry potatoes with some bang bang sauce to dip - these were so good! Crispy on the outside and soft inside, with lots of great curry flavor. They were pretty salty but I really loved them. This is an inclusive and welcoming space and I hope they continue to do well!

Great little shop with plenty of space to meet or work. Very good coffee and friendly baristas…read more Love the vibe - soft music and comfortable environment. I will definitely be back!

Amazingly friendly staff very well managed, very clean and amazing coffee. I would definitely keep…read morecoming back!