They're still one of my favorite bakeries!…read more Their coffee bun is smaller now :0( but it still tastes good. My husband loved their Soboro red bean bread. They have so many different ones to choose from!

The cloud cake here is an utter delight. Vanilla is very nice but chocolate is utterly sinfully…read moreamazing. The cake is pretty but not one of those twee preciousness things. It is also not too sweet like so many cakes are. Be warned it is light and airy but still decadent. The mousse is as described, incredibly cloudlike. It melts in your mouth but it is not light per se. It has a smooth chocolate richness. The cake is perfectly soft as well but the flavors linger. The berries with it add a nice punch too. I really don't know how they do it. I will tell you this much though. It is the most popular selection for birthday cake at work. Yum.

Sweetwaters is a chain that started in the Ann Arbor area that features "globally influenced…read morecoffees and teas." Nate and I frequent them while we're in A2 and recently visited this location for the first time. It's located in a strip mall and is connected to the Westgate branch of Ann Arbor District Library. The employee taking our order was super patient and friendly! I got a large oat milk latte and a croissant breakfast sandwich, and Nate got an Earl Grey tea with a pretzel bun breakfast sandwich. Our food and drinks came out in a timely manner and they asked our name for the order (bonus for this, #iykyk). The shop is interesting because the library doesn't actually open until 10 am, but there is seating available for the coffee shop and people were walking around/browsing the library for at least an hour before they opened. I've never seen such a set up but it seems to work for them! I really liked the latte - it was smooth and creamy, and the sandwich was flaky and savory. They have a great rewards program and overall I really like this chain. Parking is quite easy compared to some of the other Sweetwaters locations, which is nice!

The staff at the store in Westgate are not trained in customer service, the other locations seem…read morefine. They sell stale bakery items and when I asked for a refund they had to call their manager for a item less than $2.00. I still haven't heard back.

I frequent this plaza a lot for Plum Market, Ricewood and my colorist. Ahead of an appointment, I…read moredecided I needed a quick caffeine fix. I'm familiar with Qahwah House thanks to Yelp! We had a Yelp event at their Dearborn location. I really wanted the iced Adeni chai that a few reviews have talked about, but they were unfortunately out. So, I got the hot Adeni chai with no sweetener. It does take a little longer as they brew it fresh. You can watch them heat and steep from the induction stove right there which is pretty cool. I was surprised by how spacious it was. There were ample tables (that I appreciated they were wiping down on a regular basis) as well as WiFi. If I need to change up scenery, I'll have to stop by here. Also they had a whole refrigerated case of goodies. I'll have to come back and get something - that Pistachio dream cheesecake was calling to me!

Honestly, I had an average experience. The barista was nice and helped recommend a great refresher…read morebut nothing special. We went when there was a student discount (buy one get one free) so that was great, but to be honest, I probably wouldn't go if one of my drinks weren't free- the prices are crazy! But, I guess I can't complain given my normal Starbucks order is around the same cost. Drinks were tasty but the refresher was kind of bland. Again, if we're comparing to Starbucks, I probably would still choose my regular refresher there over this one. Environment was quiet, clean, and easy to study, however it was SO hot! I'm wondering if the heat was on. Not sure why that would be the case since it was the middle of September. Overall, I was a little disappointed with my experience. It did not stand out to me and was overwhelming because of the heat.

The parking lot is tiny, and I was miffed on my latest trip (on a weekday morning, no less) that it…read morewas full, meaning I had to park in a nearby neighborhood. The cinnamon rolls are worth it, and this latest trip had me going for a yuzu lemon meringue bar, which struck the perfect balance of not too sweet, but also not a bland flavorless hellscape, which a lot of "not too sweet" dessert can fall into. Rather tempted to make the trip and get one again before they go away for the year. I will note that loaf cakes, like the apple cake and the olive oil cake, were a bit disappointing--dry, and in the former case, lacking in apples.

This place was recommended by my wife's Cantonese group. Located right where Huron pky splits into…read moreJackson and Dexter Ave sitting in a small shopping mall behind a gas station. The place is small yet quaint. There is some outside seating as well. We tried their OG breakfast sandwich and was very impressed. The toasted sesame bun was outstanding the sausage patty is not your typical sausage patty made fresh and spiced well. The egg has what looks like scallions and spices overall a really good sandwich for $9. Their coconut Ube milk bun was outstanding really enjoyed the coconut filling in the middle. The chili crisp scone was good but would have liked to taste more of the chili crisp. My wife tried their Champaign tea which she liked but did not blow her away. That said my wife is quite the tea connoisseur so it takes a little more to impress her when it comes to tea. All n all a great little spot will definitely come back again to try more of their baked goods. According to staff their coffee is what people really come here for, along with the baked goods.

If you're looking for finely crafted and very unique coffee downtown you have to try Moka. Their…read morelattes are very good and the Turkish coffee is excellent. The pastry selection is also very strong and it's a really nice place to get away from the cold. Seriously I can't recommend the Turkish coffee enough! All their roasts are fantastic so it's really worth it to try something you haven't had before.

This is a great coffee shop & I'm so glad to see it in downtown Ann Arbor. The coffee and the…read moredessert were great. The space is nice and well put together. I might actually buy coffee and tea as holiday gifts for my coworkers. The reason for the 4 star instead of 5 is because the women's bathroom was not clean, customer service can be improved, and some music can really make the cafe more inviting. I made coupe of orders, one included dessert. I was handed the cake with no fork, had to ask for one. Wasn't given napkins and didn't bother asking. I might sound petty, but honestly the product can be great. However, customer service is what brings customers back. There needs to be proper training. If I'm going to spend money and do everything myself and ask for everything that should be the basic/ standard, then I might as well make my coffee at home. It terms of music, I think it would amplify the space. When I stopped by the cafe, I was the only one in the main space and it was dead silent and all I can hear is the buzzing of the cooler that had the water and pop/ drinks. Some light music in the background would've blocked that noise. I only share this because I would love to see this business thrive.

I just discovered Biggby Coffee, and I'm a little bit obsessed…read more What I like: The drinks! The caramel mocha is smooth and light. Other places make mochas that taste like hot chocolate or that make you feel like you've eaten a giant piece of chocolate afterwards. I've had the brewed coffee, the butterbear and a handful of other drinks...and I loved them all. For the kids, they have flavored lemonades and smoothie-like options, too. And, they don't carry donuts, which eliminates the kiddos begging for sugar during the visit. What I don't like: The menu is crazy huge. I had to go inside and get an actual booklet of drinks to understand the choices. You can't just order a drink here. "Do you want it hot, iced or frozen?" I feel if I wanted it iced or frozen, I would have said so. "Three or four shots?" Again, if I wanted extra shots, I would have asked for them. I walk away feeling as if they are trying to upsell me, not really get me the drink of my dreams. At this location in particular, parking and getting out can be tricky. It's a sad little strip mall. Heck, it's too small to even be considered a strip mall! But, the staff is super friendly, so I'll continue to shell out $5+ for my mocha and be on my way.

Food was amazing but customer service gets a two. I would have given a zero but the woman who made…read moreour food and the man who made our drinks were nice. The woman who rang us up however wouldn't have even talked to us if she didn't have to our our food order in. We walked in and she just stared. When she took our order I said good morning and she acted like she didn't hear me and proceeded to take our order. If we weren't so hungry we would have left.

I can't say enough good things about TeaHaus. I love tea, and feel like it doesn't get as much love…read moreas coffee in terms of just the experience of tasting, smelling, etc. Thankfully, they ship, so I can order my teas when I get back home as well. Honestly, I was a bit overwhelmed when I came in. There's a tea bar area, the loose leaf tea wall, pastries and other desserts, swag, a tasting area, and apparently it was trivia night tonight. I experienced all of this in just the first minute or two of entering. And it was packed! I really appreciate the time taken to explain the shop to me and walk me through many of the teas. Although they were busy, I didn't feel rushed (there were 2-3 people working the registers) and it felt very personal chatting. I was able to smell a bunch, and could really tell the differences in them. I ended up getting 3 50g bags and 2 sample bags, plus some stickers and pins. Really excited to try these out. Their range goes from darker to lighter, and they have a wide variety of black, green, rooibos, and herbal teas/blends.

It's bigger than it looks from the outside!…read more There is some seating by the windows and then some near the back area (behind the "tea bar"). They are selling really cute tea ornaments and they have other things like tea pots and cards with funny phrases like "It was you Oolong." They don't have a physical menu because the flavors constantly change. You can look online but for the most part, have to stand behind the counter in diff areas to see alll the flavors! I spotted Almond Milk Tea and she let me smell it and I was sold! It smelled wonderful! When it was actually brewed, it was ok though. It doesn't really have milk in it either :0p My MIL got the Hisbiscus (a tad too sour) and my husband got the Japanese Cherry green tea (that was good and has a mild flavor if you like that sort of thing). They have signs on the table that there is no Wifi because they encourage unplugged conversations and connections.

****Zingerman's Roadshow****…read more This is a regular stop for me when heading into work downtown. Not weekly but often enough. I appreciate the consistency in the menu items and quality I get from Zingerman's. Breakfast burrito with side of their house hot sauce is choice. Today I opted for a pound of THE BEST butter outside of France, and a large horchata. The drink is only available for a limited time so indulge and enjoy the hard work to make such a delicious and decadent drink. My final bill was $37 before tip. I try not to look at the prices when I visit as each visit is such a treat and the quality in everything is unmatched. Worth it. The convenience of the drive up is also a perk. Easy in and out without having to leave my car. Love it.

Working in Ann arbor, I was destined to end up here eventually. It did take me 2 years though…read more Largely due to the non-stop demand of work in the village.... Which is the same rushed and impulsive manner that I interacted with the experience. It's also a bit unfair. Due to the details that I rushed through the drive for a pickup and didn't get to interact with the service or atmosphere.... These points should be taken in stride.... - The food was amazing but felt overpriced, noticeably. BUTTTTTT...... Reliably keeping and paying great team members is not cheap in our times.... (See next point). - The woman who I I interacted with in the drive lane was helpful, expertly trained, genuine, focused on me, and cool..... It's rare to find that in the industry. ..... Considering those dynamics. I would put money down that outside of my rushed experiences..... I would push to 5 stars. It's a very chill vibe place with a team that is probably worth the visit with friends or family. And.... That outside picnic corner is just begging for pulling on some moments. Especially with the park and pool a minute walk from.

We went for their musical bingo series. It's a great option to break up your work week. The…read moreenvironment was chill and you could hear each other talk. The pizza was delicious. I'm not sure if it meets the definition of detroit style pizza but I liked it better than any detroit style pizza I've had. The marinara pie was bright and delicious. You can add anchovies if you want. A heavier savory option was the mushroom pie. It had a roasted garlic spread that will keep the vampire away. Both pies had a good crust to topping ratio.

HOMES Campus is a fun stop for lunch with a brewery, cafe, and rotating food trucks in one…read morelocation. There's a very nice outdoor seating area in the middle. On my recent visit, we enjoyed a burger, garlic cilantro fries, two paletas and a chocolate espanol batido (shake) from the Frita Batidos truck. The paletas and batido were both impressive. I had the lime and summer fruits paleta and it was probably the best popsicle of my life. Very fresh fruit flavors and real fruit in the paleta. The chocolate espanol batido had spices, including lots of cinnamon in a chocolate shake - it was really excellent with intense flavor. The burger and fries were also excellent. And they kindly split the burger for us and played the two halves very nicely. While at HOMES Campus, I also picked up a few excellent chocolates from BonBonBon.

Since writing this initial review, Jersey Mikes has become part of the regular grab and go…read moredinner/lunch rotation and I've come to really like it! I mean, how can you not love a place that's got the Danny DeVito seal of approval?) I've since dialed it in and my new usual is the Jersey Shore Favorite with some added banana peppers and mayo. A bag of chips on the side and it's more than enough for full meal if you're starving or two meals if you're just feeling a bit peckish. Also, their chocolate chip cookies are a nice add on for a lil' treat later in the day. The staff here is quite friendly and they're always hustling to get folks through the line as quickly as possible, though they do stay pretty regularly busy. It seems no matter what time I come by I have to go through some sort of line. I tend to place my order online for pick up so I guess my only real quibble is that they've don't have a pick up area accessible to guests. So every time I come in to pick up an order I have to wait in a line to ask for it. It ruins their flow, too. It would be awesome if they just had a table or shelf dedicated to that so we could just literally grab and go. But I suppose there's some protection to the orders if you have to ask the staff. Pros and cons, I guess! But it would be nice to have a more streamlined option. Otherwise, keep up the good work JM!

I've heard good things about jersey mikes but I was completely let down. The food was honestly…read moreunappetizing . the meat had no flavor. The lettuce was the only thing I could make out. Completely disappointed