Had to get another round of their "Cookie Monster" and "White Russian" ice cream..so good! (I know,…read moreit's 22* outside but their ice cream is great!) The place was really busy tonight! Even though the staff was running crazy, they didn't hesitate to give everybody the same great personal attention when it was your turn. Their concept is great with a limited menu available if you're hungry, want ice cream or maybe a beer/drink while you're finishing some homework or a work project on a laptop. Be sure to check them out if you travel through South Lyon ***Disclaimer -Not to insinuate underage people drinking and doing homework. The crowd is older, maybe 3rd year college and older but definitely 21***

Great corner cafe in downtown South Lyon. Cute outdoor covered patio, as well as various inside…read moreseating options (as well as a small bar area). Unique menu! Sandwiches (gluten free bread), soup (gluten free options), coffee, cocktails, and ice cream! Something for every time of the day. Order at the front and they will bring it to your table. This method was a tad disorganized and you could tell the 2 gals working were either a bit overwhelmed or unsure who was coming or going. I suggest giving your guests a number on a little stand for their table after ordering. That'll keep you from hollering out their name and walking around the establishment trying to find them. Nonetheless, the food tasted great! Parking: street parking out front and on the side but there's a free lot on the northeast side of the area. Attire: casual. Great place for kids & dogs on patio

Fantastic spot. Cozy little shop that's always nice when entering, greeted by the staff each time…read more The coffee options vary widely and they're delicious. They also donate large portions of profits to very good causes, give this place a try!

Simply Great Coffee !! Pour Over, Drip, Espresso, it's all here. I especially enjoyed my Costa…read moreRican Pour Over. The best part is what Thread Creek stands up for. That is the Health and Well-being against Human Trafficking. Not only for future occurrences but the treatment of past events. Also grab a Red THREAD Bracelet made by the very woman saved. Come in and see the fresh new coffee shop. Plenty of work space and wifi is reliable.

Was my first time trying this coffee chain. Tried the 'Butter bear' iced drink and it tasted nice.read more

Conveniently located right off the highway. Easy parking within their own lot that they share with…read moreother shops on the plaza. Overall clean location. They have lots of options to choose from for coffee and other drinks. They also have some miscellaneous treats as well like donuts and pastries. Like everything else, coffee prices are especially high. Ordered just regular coffee, but the specialty ones can be around $7-$9! That's a lot of money for a whole lot of calories. They actually have employees here and are super friendly.

First time at this business where the good Yelp reviews were the basis for me coming here. This…read morebusiness is a Barista style operation where they have basically alll the drinks you would expect to see at a coffee shop of this nature. For my first drink here I ended up getting a latte where the espresso was made from organic fresh roasted in house beans. The drink was very well made with the correct ratio of milk to espresso and was creamy, balanced, where the espresso clearly shined through and most importantly the drink was quite tasty. Relative to staff and facility, Joe the owner greeted me as I walked in the door and was very friendly and outgoing where he knew the names of several customers as they walked into the coffee shop. Joes friendly demeanor appears to be one of the strengths of this business, aside from his excellent coffee, as evidenced the return customers that came in during the short period I was in his shop. The facility is quite clean with a nice coffee shop vibe to it. It has a smaller footprint with a limited number of tables for indoor dining where they also sell fresh roasted coffee beans by the bag, some pastries, and prepared food among other things. Overall great coffee at a reasonable price and a friendly owner makes this a shop not to be missed if you in the Novi area. Especially if you are a coffee geek like me.

Great coffee done just right. The pastries are fresh and the right kind of decadent. Portions are…read morenice and every item is high quality. Service is quick and really helpful. Good place for a relaxing evening cup. Will come back soon.

Glad this location is near my area, always fresh and fast. I would recommend a friend or family…read moremember all the time !

Skipping this location. I frequent often for iced capp. This location is technically closer, but…read morewhat I drank was basically spoiled milk. Huge disappointment...

Was in town helping friends make a big move from Chicago! I'm so happy I decided to drive an extra…read more10 mins into Milford vs just stopping at a local fast food drive thru (the Golden Arches)!! After a quick yelp search Proving grounds came up! I was immediately greeted upon arrival! Ordered an extra dirty chia latte and the spicy stack! Both were fantastic!! The following day got their churro latte, a special for the weekend! Also delicious! They have a wide variety of seating, including comfy couches! Have a water station available and a wide selection of delicious pastries!

Bopped in for a quick cup of something warm and tasty. Left satisfied! Got a chai latte (they make…read moretheir own chai here) and it was nice and not super sweet. However the hot chocolate was deliciousness! Super rich and creamy-- the perfect end to a cold day.

Great atmosphere and service…read more The pistachio croissant was insanely good. The crust was firm and soft on the inside with just the right amount of sweetness.

I'm so happy TLJ made it's way out to Novi! They have the best fresh cream cakes (that are not too…read moresweet), coffee drinks, and sweet or savory pastries. If you are a fan of tiramisu latte, this is the only place to get it. We tried the pistachio matcha cloud latte (with a shot of espresso) over the weekend and a couple pastries- ham and cheese crossiant and ham and cheese toast that's topped with corn cheese. I absolutely LOVE the h&c crossiant. They do add an aioli that might throw some people off, so beware if you are not a fan of mayo or spice. Since opening, service has always been friendly and much quicker. And I love that they changed up the seating areas- they added cushioned seating along the back windows. This is a great place to come for a quick bite, meet up with friends, or even while you're waiting to rotate your tires. A huge plus is, they are open 365 days a year!

Love this cafe! I haven't tried them in years since moving away, but had to stop in during a recent…read morevisit home. They have since changed owners since I last visited, and had the opportunity to meet the new owners daughter who was working on bar that day. She is so friendly and makes a great macchiato! I used to be a barista for a few years and have since become an at home espresso enthusiast. This cafe produces delicious, quality espresso made with care. Quiet, clean, and cozy. Great study spot or catch up with friends. Can't wait to return next time I'm in town!

Do not get beans here. Do not let them grind them. I like to support local shops when I am…read moretraveling and I have my own espresso maker. I asked for espresso grind. When I opened the bag I could tell right away it was too fine. I attempted to pull a shot, but got nothing. It was most definitely Turkish grind. Since I could do nothing with the bag, I went back to explain this was ground too fine. The same individual was there and reacted with condensation, saying this is indeed espresso grind, which is basically Turkish, and he doesn't know what kind of maker I have so he cannot dial it in. I said I have never had this problem in the years I have done this at other shops. He acted like he could do nothing for me, so when I pressed that I can do nothing with these beans I spent money on, he got on the phone. At one point I heard him say, "Yes, I tried to explain that to her." As if I didn't know what I was talking about. I was finally given the option to get a bag of beans without having them ground, which is all I really wanted. I can grind the beans in my own grinder at home. I went down the street and bought a bag of beans there. I asked for espresso grind and mentioned that the last place gave me Turkish. She had to look up the appropriate setting, but she got it perfect. When I got home and opened the bag of beans from Black Iron, the beans were oily and smelled burnt. My coffee tasted that way, too. I was rather shocked because the latter I had ordered with my purchase was not bad. I had to use them up slowly by masking the bad taste with my go-to beans.

This is so cozy. Set up perfectly for meeting friends or professional encounters…read more I love the tables and window counter. Lots of outlets for laptops. The hours are greaet too. I come here regularly to work and always am serviced with big smiles. They love their cafe and customers - and take pride in it.

What a cute and relaxing space! Nice addition to the area. I had the Butter Cookie Latte and the…read moreBiscoff Cheesecake. She brought my order to me. Love the wood tray. What a nice and classy touch! She could've removed the paper from the cheesecake to make it look a bit more presentable. They were both very tasty and hit the spot. Will be back to try out their sandwiches.