My love affair with whole bean coffee continues unabated…read more I stumbled across this locally-based coffee roaster by happenstance. As luck would have it, I was hanging out at a local cafe and the owner had just gotten a new brand of whole bean coffee in- that from the Flint Coffee Company. Curious, I asked him what it was like and he seemed pretty enthusiastic about it. He said it was a new line that he was introducing for retail, likening to the rich Sumatra Starbucks blend, but with a twist. Well, I love the earthiness of Starbucks Sumatra, so my interest was piqued. What was the twist? What was that extra something that supposedly made it worth it? Apparently, it's organically-grown under special shade trees or something. These coffee beans are marketed as "direct trade, shade grown with no pesticides involved." Whatever it is, it does the trick. At any rate, I know I liked it a whole lot. Flint Coffee Company bills itself as a family owned business interested in producing sustainable coffee beans from their family-run farm (the family apparently owns a coffee plantation in Peru and owns the local company where it's roasted here in Flint). The beans are hand-harvested, washed and then dried in the sun on a drying bed. Later, the beans are depulped, with any pulp remnants used as a fertilizer for the soil while the beans ferment overnight and are rewashed. I guess it's more of a natural way to process coffee beans. All I know is that I was impressed with the smoothness of such a rich coffee flavor. There was very little to no acidity in it and no strange aftertaste that is the hallmark of cheap can coffee. In other words, if you like Folgers or Maxwell House, this probably isn't the coffee for you. However, I like my coffee rich and earthy, so it was a hit with me. It tasted just as good in its last drop as it did from the first sip from my coffee cup. They have a few different blends, from milder beans to the darker, more intense variety that I prefer. I picked up a 12 oz bag for $11. That wasn't a bad price. It wasn't the cheapest (it's true that I could have probably gotten a whole lot of average canned coffee at the grocery store for the same price or less), but for me, it's about quality, not quantity when it comes to coffee. I really can't stand that acidic aftertaste of cheap coffee, so I was down with the price.

Had an excellent experience here. Ordered an Americano & the Rhema Club. Both were fantastic! The…read morestaff were friendly and polite and I really enjoyed the space.

The cafe seems far more invested in cultivating an aesthetic than delivering quality food or…read morehospitality. Service feels slow and strangely disengaged, as though customers are interrupting the ambiance simply by ordering. What should feel warm and welcoming instead comes across as performative and inattentive. The food is especially disappointing considering the prices. The sandwiches are remarkably small and underfilled, leaving you wondering whether you accidentally ordered a half portion. The salads are even worse, which is essentially a pile of arugula. For a downtown business surrounded by residents and neighboring businesses, the lack of inclusion for the community and the repeated disregard for basic city noise expectations is difficult to ignore. Ultimately, Flint has several coffee shops that provide better food, better service, and a far more genuine sense of love for the community here.

The Good Beans Cafe is not just a coffee shop. It's a community cornerstone for all walks of life…read morein the Flint area. The owner is beyond personable and knows the regulars on a first name basis. I've been a patron for 22 years and always look forward to some time well spent at The Good Beans Cafe. If you can't decide on a drink, The Old Flannel Jacket is to die for. Take some time to swing in and see what this local gem is all about.

Atmosphere felt comfortable, lots of cool local gifts to look at. The owner was very kind &…read morewelcoming. My partner got an iced caramel latte and an iced lavender latte for myself. I would give it a 10/10. We definitely plan on coming back again

Laid back atmosphere, friendly employees, good coffee/tea…read more. We've stopped in a handful of times when in the cultural area (my old neighborhood) and found it to be very lovely..great atmosphere, good coffee and pastry, nice vibe, good prices, great service, decent location.. My husband and I particularly enjoyed the attentive service, the friendly dog that hangs out (it belongs to the owners, I believe), and terrific pour over coffee. Now that Flint Foster is closed and Good Beans operates on only limited boutique hours (ugh), we'll make Dorothy's more a local hangout..

Great coffee!! We like the ambiance a lot too and the spiritual message of trust in our Creatorread more

This is a really fun bookstore in Flint. I was visiting some family the area and they know my love…read moreof bookstores so they pointed me this way. Worth the stop! I really enjoyed all the artwork and the chill/cozy vibe. The ambient music was great and there were plenty of places to just sit and hang out. It seemed like a nice community space to hang out in. I got a peppermint hot chocolate from the coffee bar. It was well priced and super hot when they gave it to me. Perfect for a rainy, drizzly, chilly day. It was tasty and warmed me right up. Next time I'm in the Flint area I'll stop back in for a visit!

What a great "find" in Flint. I love used vinyl and Totem's collection is impressive. In addition,…read moreif you are looking for a particular album, Aarontold me they have a warehouse a block away with 50,000 albums in stock. I picked up four albums - all around $7 to $10. Very reasonable. My wife found some used books. We also learned they are having a four-singer night on Jan. 23 and we are planning to make it back there for that. I recommend this place.

The four stars are for the cool atmosphere: a laid back outdoor vibe that welcomes families, dogs,…read moreand both new and old customers. The beer selection was less extensive then you would expect as is their non-beer offerings of hard cider and wine. The cider won me over but my BF, a beer fan, was less enthused with the selection. But here is the thing - at the end of the day we had a good time. Fyi - the bar itself does not have food but the taco truck parked at the edge of the drive was serving up food that looked good and it was doing a brisk business. We were not hungry so left sampling their offerings for another visit.

Great brewery with a great beer garden. Plenty of beer and non beer options. Nice mug club…read more Different events most days of the week. Pizza during winter months and taco truck during nice weather.

Flint Crepe Company is a must-visit breakfast-brunch spot in downtown Flint, for more reasons than…read moreI can fit into any review. There is plenty of seating, and they open up outdoor seating when warmer weather comes. Despite how busy it gets, you will find seating opens up pretty fast. The staff are kind, quick, and knowledgeable, and prices are reasonable for the caliber of quality you get with every menu option. They also have a seasonal menu that is worth keeping an eye on as it cycles throughout the year. Every dish I've ever had from here has been a feast for all my senses. I recently got the Michigan Smoke and substituted their roasted garlic cream sauce for the BBQ sauce- it was seriously delightful!!!! I usually get their egg crepe and they also have seasonal drinks.

Such a cute little cafe! Four of us visited on a Saturday, and the place was hoppin' but not so…read morebusy that we had to wait for a table. Between the four of us, we had two savory and two sweet crepes. I had the blueberry French toast crepe, which was delicious! I also had a honey latte (hot), and it was yummy! My daughter goes to UM Flint, and this is one of her favorite spots to dine.

I am not a serious coffee drinker but I like a latte every now and then. Coffee Beanery knocked a…read morecaramel latte with oat milk out of the park for me. Location was large and clean. Staff were friendly. I have driven by this location many times and wanted to stop in. So glad that I finally did. Definitely worth a try and so much better than some of the national chains.

I love this Coffee Beanery the staff is the nicest!! The are very accommodating the even measure…read moreyour my heavy whipping cream to meet my macros. I love this place and they offer a punch card so you get a free coffee once you purchased 11. I love how smooth the espresso is it's def Flint townships finest.

A solid coffee experience…read more They sell really good organic fair trade coffee at a much cheaper price than Starbucks or the Coffee Beanery or any other large corporate-owned coffee shop. I love the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans wafting through the air. It gets the morning off on the right foot. This cute little indie coffee stand, located inside the Flint Farmer's Market, brews up a fine cup of joe. The espresso is very nice, bold, but not overbearing. If you're not sure what you want, the barista will recommend something or whip up something a tad more unique than the traditional latte or espresso. If you want tea instead of coffee, they can do that, too. Their tea variety is humongous, something to certainly suit every taste. Good prices and even better service. I've never ordered a drink here that wasn't served with a smile.

My favorite place to get coffee. All organic fair trade coffee beans, freshly roasted by the lovely…read moreStephanie. Many varieties of high quality teas and coffee. Always a pleasant experience, which is why I come here many times per week. Conveniently located in the Flint Farmers' Market. You've got to check this place out.

How convenient! Inside the Alfred Sloan building, not 40…read moreyards from the entrance, close to bathrooms with plenty of seating. Needed a Expresso fix and boy is it delicious. White Raspberry Mocha in a extra large. Nothing better on a wet day.

This is the Coffee Beanery located inside the entrance to the Sloan Museum.. the service was all…read moreover the place, slow and even scattered- yet there really wasn't anyone ahead of us- took forever to get our bagels and coffee- coffee was fine, very hot, typical Coffee Beanery dark roast- but they totally stinted on the cream cheese and the bagels were rock hard.. and kinda lukewarm for hashing just been toasted.. the cafe menu is pretty limited and I recommend eating first before heading into the museum- just grab cafe drinks here..skip the food and snacks.. the cafe has its own separate entrance area as well, facing the street- they have plenty of seating and free wifi.. that's about all there is to say..