I love Aldea! I have to come here whenever I'm in Grand Haven…read more The location is great, right in the center of downtown on Washington Ave. Staff have always been nice and drinks and baked goods are great too! It's a certified B corp which means all their ingredients are sustainably and ethically sourced! That's a big plus! The place is so nicely designed with so many places to sit. Big beautiful windows let in lots of sun and natural light. I love sitting outside in the summer taking in the energy of downtown. You can tell this place really puts a lot of effort into caring and supporting their local community! This is the ideal local coffee shop. Although I've never been, they also have a location in downtown Muskegon!

I rode my bike to get my wife a coffee to bring back to the camp ground. I ordered an iced…read moreamericano and found out they don't have any sweetener other than sugar. No sugar free sweetener of any kind. They filled the water all the way to the top so I had to drink some of it to get the lid on and they only have the wide mouth drink lids. No straws. I asked for a larger cup because I had to carry it on my bike. They don't have any. Just small cups. I get it if the owner doesn't like sugar free sweetener. But making that decision for the customer is very pretentious.

did you know that morning ritual has breakfast sandwiches?…read more all of which are default vegan (option for dairy cheese available) 1. bacon, egg, and cheese 2. sausage, egg, and cheese 3. egg and cheese all sandwiches come on an english muffin with richie sauce which is some sort of spicy mayo. they still sell nantucket goodies too like bagels, vegan croissants, and the vegan pb chocolate rice crispy treats. i personally like the new location, though of course i miss the character of the old building. the photo booth is fun and i enjoy perusing the various local products and art they sell/display.

I don't know how to feel about this place! It's creative and unique, the space is big with lots of…read morenatural light and a good amount of space to work. The drinks are interesting. It wasn't bad, but not my favorite. I didn't love the specialty options, but the fruity loopy special was pretty good and tasted just like the cereal (although I wasn't expecting a green coffee) In terms of specialty coffee, I wish they had more staple espresso options (such as brown sugar or cinnamon) rather than fruity syrups (strawberry/peach). Everyone's taste is different, I'd still encourage to give it a try!

It was Mother's Day Saturday. We were visiting Grand Rapids + decided to drive to Holland. I had a…read moredrip coffee that was aromatic, rich with a hint of chocolate. The guests in front of me had pour overs. The staff was busy and efficient! The decor is warm + inviting. I will go out of my way to enjoy Drip again!

I just love this spot in downtown Zeeland. The service is great and there are tables to sit with…read morecomfortable seating. The coffee beats Starbucks and other locations by a long shot. I make special trips just to get the Miel.

Super cute coffee shop in Holland, Michigan. Great to stop by right before visiting Veldheer Farm…read more They have a lot of hanging plants on the ceiling. Their coffee and matcha drinks were flavorful, creative, and the perfect level of sweetness. We had the Brazen Coffee (cayenne honey and chocolate), Vietnamese Coffee (vanilla, cinnamon, coconut creme, and condensed milk), Iced Blackberry Matcha (blackberry cold foam). All of them were great!

Came here right before walking in the Tulip Time parade with my coworkers. I got the berry cupcake…read moreand Nutella latte. It hit the spot at the time in that it kept me warm and indoors but neither was especially memorable. I couldn't really taste any Nutella in the latte, though it was still a decent latte overall. The cupcake seemed a little stale, but considering it was gluten-free, it still wasn't bad. Service was quick, and it was a convenient stop before the parade.

This place is such a nice not so little find. It's part coffee shop, part nut and specialty goods…read morestore, with the café on one side and the retail shop on the other, which makes the whole experience feel relaxed and fun. We had a matcha latte and the vegan chocolate muffin, and both were really good, well made, and satisfying without feeling heavy. Afterward, we spent some time shopping around the store and browsing their goods, which was just as enjoyable as the coffee itself. Another cool thing is that you can reserve a conference room to get some work done or have meetings in. Oh and they have a pretty big parking lot for a Grand Rapids coffee shop! Overall, Ferris Coffee & Nut is a great spot to slow down, treat yourself, and leave with something tasty to take home. Bonus points if you live only a couple if blocks away from it

After seeing Yelp photos of one of my friends', I decided to check out Ferris! Super cool spot with…read morea retail store, coffee shop, training center, and private rooms to rent out. The barista was super friendly and welcoming too! I ordered an iced matcha and added the orange blossom syrup. So tasty! I also grabbed a bag of their Columbia coffee beans and can't wait to have that with my breakfast tomorrow.

So super cute! Went here for breakfast the the food was so good and filling and healthy. We ordered…read morethe avocado toast as well as the tourist panini. The avocado toast was so fluffy and had an amazing amount of avocado definitely recommend.

We stopped in on a rainy morning and fortunately was able to sit inside The seating is very limited…read moreinside, but there is outdoor seating. Respite Cappuccino Court is located in downtown Douglas. Their coffees are made with beans from Ferris Coffee and MadCap Coffee. We ordered a latte flight- Lavender Honey, Vanilla Carmel and Golden Dune. Since our order was to eat in, I expected the lattes to be served in a coffee mug, instead of paper to go cups. The Lavender Honey was my favorite and is one of their signature lattes. It was made with rich, bold espresso with a custom-crafted lavender honey syrup. I had the Lavender Honey Toast . It was very good and the lavender was not overpowering. The toast was French bread, spread with velvety house-made goat cheese mousse infused with lavender, and topped with a drizzle of honey. My husband had the Tourist Wrap Panini. A combination of egg, bacon, avocado with a tomato aioli spread. Food was served in a box. Overall, the food and drinks were very good, presentation could have been improved.

I love my coffee, so when I travel, I always seek out a local roaster, and I am SO GLAD that I…read morefound Uncommon during my first visit to Lake Michigan! I'd come across them while doing my HW for the trip, but without really knowing the area, I'd thought that staying in South Haven meant I wouldn't get the chance to visit, but after stopping in to The Flying Saucer in South Haven and picking up their beans there for the house, I learned everything is kinda close on this part of the coast! This is their main location, right in the heart of Saugatuck. It's cozy and colorful, warm and inviting, and filled with some incredibly sweet people. Oh yeah. They have A LOT of great coffee too! Their specialty and seasonal drinks all sounded delicious, but I'm a purist in pursuit of the best cup of black coffee, here for the single origins and blends that are sourced and roasted by this skilled team. Walking in I was faced by a massive wall filled with beautiful bags of beans from all over the world, each labeled with notes on origin, processing and flavor profile. I set my sights on a pour over and when the cashier said I could choose anything from the wall, I was gobsmacked (that's a funny word). The range was so impressive, with great representation from all over the world, processed in all different ways, making the choice quite difficult. It's a good thing I used my time in line to look at all of the options, and I settled on a white honey processed coffee called Villa Sarchi, which was delightful. If I have one quibble it's that they didn't have an actual pour over menu and this is simply because I enjoy asking the baristas about the coffees. This spot is super hot, with a line out the door at all times, so despite the barista at the counter being incredibly accommodating, I couldn't in good conscience hold up the patrons behind me with too many questions or returns to the wall. I also tried their espresso lime tonic for a beverage to stroll with and enjoyed the slight sweet and tart drink very much on a hot day. Uncommon also has a great menu of food offerings and we had a bagel breakfast sandwich and one of their MASSIVE savory scones. I wish I'd asked or been asked about warming the scone because it definitely needed it, but holy hell this thing was packed with cheesy goodness and the perfect foil to my naturally sweet coffee. Normally I go home with one bag of coffee as a souvenir, but I couldn't help but buy two, which were in addition to the beans I also bought in South Haven! In total I think I sampled about 5 different Uncommon roasts and loved them all! I loved this place so much I looked to buy merch, but sadly they had run out of the sizes I needed. There's always next time. Or maybe they'll ship...

There are coffee shops that serve great coffee... and then there are coffee shops that make you…read moreinstantly feel something. The second I walked into Uncommon Coffee Roasters, I was hit with the smell of fresh bread. It immediately took me back to my grandma's kitchen. She used to bake a loaf of bread just for me--with no nuts, because she knew that's how I liked it. Walking into her house, I always knew exactly what she was making. It's funny how a smell can transport you somewhere in an instant. Then I looked over at the bakery case. Mistake. Everything looked fresh, homemade, and absolutely beautiful. We had plans to spend the rest of the day walking around Saugatuck, so I talked myself out of buying a loaf... and regretted that decision before we were even back out the door. Despite the line stretching from the counter almost to the entrance, the staff handled it like absolute pros. Everyone behind the counter seemed completely in sync, moving quickly without making the experience feel rushed. Watching them work was almost entertaining in itself. The shop has a colorful, artsy personality that fits Saugatuck perfectly. It feels modern without losing that cozy small-town charm. Between the artwork, the cheerful cups (seriously... how cute are they?), and people scattered throughout reading, chatting, working on laptops, or simply enjoying their coffee, it felt like the kind of place you naturally want to linger. As for the coffee... We ordered three different drinks and somehow all landed on winners. My Don't Be Salty cold brew (cold brew with caramel and salted caramel cold foam) was phenomenal. Another in our group ordered the Caramel Silk latte, and judging by the smile after the first sip, I'd call that a success too. I honestly couldn't tell you what our third friend ordered... only that all three of us agreed we'd happily order our drinks again. Some coffee shops are just a quick caffeine stop. Uncommon Coffee Roasters feels like part of the Saugatuck experience. We'll absolutely be back... and next time, I'm buying the bread,

I highly recommend chartreuse sisters. I'm kicking myself for not coming here sooner. This place is…read moreso cute and the menu items are amazing and not something you find everywhere. The flavors combinations are interesting and creative and there are so many options. The blueberry lavender bliss bar was my favorite. I was worried that it would be too sweet but it was so well balanced in flavor, sweetness and textures. I can't wait to try their other flavors. Both the mini quiche and the veggie handpie were delicious too. They were savory, flaky, warm and comforting. You can tell that the people making these care about making good food. The drink menu also had a lot of interesting options. I went with a seasonal drink, the Message to Diane. It was refreshing and light and not overly sweet. It had just a little bit of spice in it with the chai and habanero.

I had a good key lime cheesecake here. They have a nice, small selection and the cafe is really…read morecute. I did not see anything else that I was interested in at that moment, but they mix up what they offer sometimes.