Uncharted Grounds

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Tucked just off Houghton Lake, this cozy little coffee shop is a hidden gem with serious charm. The outdoor seating is perfect for soaking in the lake air, and the inside is just as inviting, with cute decor that feels like a warm hug. We ordered the mini pancakes, and they were absolutely dreamy--drizzled with Nutella and topped with fresh strawberries and bananas. Sweet, simple, and unforgettable. Pair it with a hot latte or iced coffee, and you've got the perfect start to a slow morning by the water. The service was fantastic, everyone was kind and pleasant. A must-stop if you're in town--just be prepared to never want to leave. read more

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Erin Q.

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11 months ago

Wow! Love this addition to the Houghton lake area! I walked here with my mother in law as we are visiting them on vacation. It was so hard to choose, but I got the iced oatmeal cream pie with oat milk. It had cinnamon, chai and cold foam. It was to die for! It really was the perfect drink! I'm going to have to go back before we leave town. The owner and employee were both so friendly too and the shop is super cute! read more

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Molly S.

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10 months ago

A local destination, for sure. We stopped through on a road trip with our pup and had a five-star experience. They use delicious espresso and quality products but it's the joy and passion in the whole place that's contagious. Food selection was well-rounded and the pastries we tried were clearly made with love and butter (cranberry orange and caramel apple muffins). The Sightseer latte was the perfect balance of vanilla, white chocolate, and cinnamon. Chef's kiss. So many seasonal combos and cool creations going on, I wish I was a local! The service was top-notch and friendly. This cafe is like a lake-house home in the best ways: comfortable, chill, full of joy. Delicious espresso hand-crafted beverages with a view of Houghton Lake is hard to beat. Oh, and seasonally there's an ice cream shop also popping. Too good to be true. Best rest stop on our road trip! read more

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Eddie R.

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10 months ago

Great coffee and really the only good coffee shop in Lake Houghton. Standard drip is good, service is quick and people are friendly

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Sherry W.

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The only reason for a star deduction is there is no restroom. The staff is friendly. There is indoor and outdoor seating. They have WiFi. The chai latte was made with a powder and very tasty. Prices are reasonable. They had a few bakery items. Easy parking in the front. read more

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Andrea P.

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Cute little new coffee shop! Friendly staff and tasty coffee. They also serve food, that I can't wait to stop back by and try but today was just a little afternoon pick me up run. read more

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Shelby M.

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7 months ago

Cute little stop during our day trip. Their chai is delicious, and my husband enjoyed a holiday drink and the blueberry cheesecake muffin. The girls are super friendly and make you feel so welcome. We will definitely come back the next time we're in the area :) read more

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Betsey W.

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Uncharted grounds in Houghton Lake is definitely a must go if you love coffee! The atmosphere and coffee were truly worth the drive. If you do not like coffee there are lotus energy drinks as well. read more

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Eleonor M.

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My car is having a problem motoring by without stopping. I've decided to try something new each time. That's if I can remember what I've had on my last trips. Anyway I decided to have a frappe this time. Not one to have overly sweet stuff I chose Cotton Candy flavor (silly girl) which I keep calling Birthday Cake--Duh! It tasted like Birthday Cake. I was very surprised by the low sweetness and rich creaminess. Can you say Yummy?!!! I did get brain freeze a couple of the first sips. As always the staff is friendly and (being me I always have questions) they are always happy to answer them. This was a hot Michigan day so patrons were inside working on a laptop, talking on phone, or just having a conversation. Overall it was pretty quiet. read more

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CANNOT recommend this local coffee shop more! Great coffee, food, and staff! Love the atmosphere and location is perfect. read more

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Gary M.

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Awesome place, friendly staff. Great coffee drinks! Quick service! Will be back!!!!

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Karen L.

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Would be great if they had an option for brewed DECAF coffee! Cute small place, super busy now but came to get a decaf coffee and they didn't have any. Need to have options. Could benefit from more healthy breakfast options as well...Wheat, bran, cinnamon, blueberry muffins etc. in addition to the non-healthy favourites too. This place is the only coffee shop near North Shore in Houghton Lake and it's off to a great start, just could use some tweaking on coffee & breakfast options. read more

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Chelsie H.

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This place has got it all! The vibe is so cozy and quaint. The owner is so sweet and friendly as well! The coffee recipes are absolutely divine, and the coffee brand used is excellent! There's a fantastic selection, with a variety of substitutions available. The prices were also very reasonable. So thankful I only live a few minutes away because I will be coming back over and over! read more

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Nicole W.

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Such a cute shop with tons of options, including kids drinks and Houghton Lake merch! Great owners and staff and plenty of parking! A modern look with coffee, bagels, muffins. Outdoor seating! They also have a few drinks in which all proceeds go to local charity. read more

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Kennedy F.

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The inside of this shop is so cute! They have a good amount of seating too. Their drink menu has quite a few options. I tried the pumpkin latte off the fall menu and it was so tasty! They also have baked goods & breakfast available. I want to try the mini pancakes next time I visit! The staff was super kind and quick to make my latte. read more

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Amy Z.

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This coffee shop is so cute inside AND has delicious coffee. A calm, quaint aesthetic with delicious coffee? Yes please! The menu is quite diverse with lots of delicious latte creations. The service was friendly and I'm grateful that the dairy-free options are plentiful. I'll be back tomorrow! I'm so glad this place has been brought to HL. read more

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More info about Uncharted Grounds

3624 E Houghton Lake Dr
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
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(989) 202-2199
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Hours

What time does Uncharted Grounds open?

Uncharted Grounds opens at 6:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.Uncharted Grounds opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Uncharted Grounds close?

Uncharted Grounds closes at 2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Uncharted Grounds is closed on Wednesday.

Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 6:30 AM - 2:30 PMWed ClosedSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Indoor Amenities

Does Uncharted Grounds allow dogs?

Yes, Uncharted Grounds allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Uncharted Grounds have outdoor seating?

Yes, Uncharted Grounds has outdoor seating options.

Does Uncharted Grounds have parking?

Yes, Uncharted Grounds has parking options. Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Uncharted Grounds have free WiFi?

Yes, Uncharted Grounds has free WiFi.

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Specialties

At Uncharted Grounds Coffee Shop we combine exceptional coffee with community vibes. Offering specialty drinks, Chai Tea, Matcha, real fruit smoothies, lemonades, breakfast and lunch options, accompanied with excellent customer service.

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“Their chai is delicious, and my husband enjoyed a holiday drink and the blueberry cheesecake muffin.”

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Kiss Me Specialty Coffee Shoppe

4.6(56 reviews)

Stopped by on a Friday afternoon in October and had the place to ourselves. One staff working…read more Our server was outstanding: friendly, efficient and attentive. The cafe was cute; nothing elaborate but clean and interesting. Seating is limited. We ordered decaf mochas and found them to be piping hot, a bit thin tasting and a little too sweet for our tastes. It was good, but not excellent. Prices were a little more than Starbucks but not appreciably. The bakery items were limited but looked good. Fun mural outside and very close to all the action in Houghton Lake. Definitely a stop worth making when in this area.

Cute coffee shop with indoor seating. There is no food. Syrups are not homemade. I had the London…read morefog tea and it was good. Parking on the side lot. Friendly staff.

Limited indoor seating. Several bar stools also along the window

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Copper Kettle Distilling Company

4.4(48 reviews)

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We got there early and it is a cozy old log cabin. The server was sweet and prompt. We had meat…read moreflight # 3. We also got a side of cornbread and coleslaw. I had the naughty Santa and hubby had old fashion. Loved everything the chicken and pork were our favorite. Cornbread was perfect and we got the cherry BBQ sauce and mustard based one. Both highly recommend especially since I don't typically love BBQ sauce.

The Copper Kettle is a must stop distillery. The best place for craft cocktails, flights and food…read morein the area. Amazing appetizers from Frickles to the loaded tots with craft beer cheese and bacon. Always get the flight of six handcrafted spirits. Our favorites include coconut rum, banana rum, salted caramel and coffee . Love the small town feel with the elevated menu from downstate. Fun themed decor and drinks for the changing seasons too! They have the best team with Taylor, Rileigh, and Brea. If you're in the area you need to check out the Copper Kettle.

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1.0(2 reviews)

Service very bad service waited over 30 minits for even to place an order then another 15 to get itread more

This is my third time going here and I will say if you would like your drink made right maybe come…read morein a few weeks. I've had to go in every time after I went into the drive through because they didn't make it right, put the wrong ingredients or whatnot. For being in line for 40 mins I would expect my drink to be made right. 1/10 experience.

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McDonald's

1.6(16 reviews)

takes about 35 minutes on average to get food service is horrible laughing when complained toread more

Never had problems before... but whoever was the cashier on 05/11/2023 around 4:45pm needs to learn…read morehow to count change. Our total was $2.73 and we gave her $5.73. She counted the change at least 3 times and gave us $2.99 back? If she was missing a penny she could've just asked if we had another one. I'm sorry but if you can't count the money then you shouldn't be at the register. I purposely took the time to count out 73 cents so I wouldn't get any change back. She didn't even give us a receipt. Do better!!

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Powell's Restaurant

4.1(29 reviews)

3.4 mi

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We stayed in Lake Houghton for one night and stopped at Powell's Restaurant for breakfast before…read moreheading out of town. It is a cozy local diner. The owner is incredibly friendly and makes everyone feel welcomed. Our party had omelettes and pancakes/sausage and everything tasted great! The food is cooked to order and tastes like your grandma's cooking.

Wife and I got there at 730 am for breakfast owner was rude said we should be home in bed that…read moreearly we tried to order he was a ass to my wife he was very lucky i was in a good mood cost over $30 for a couple of simple breakfast wasn't worth our time and money it sucked won't be back

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3.7(59 reviews)

3.6 mi

Always nice people working. Love the coleslaw, fish & fry's! Love the Garrets omelet and biscuits &…read moregravey. The ambiance is family friendly and calming.

Even though crowded, the service was decent. The waitress stayed in touch with me and got my food…read moreto me as quickly as she could. The quality of the food was average, but nothing to really complain about.

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Shaker's

3.0(99 reviews)

2.9 mi

Service was outstanding. Very tentative staff. Food was good. All day breakfast is a plus!…read more I had the patty melt on rye and my wife had the biscuits and gravy. Family dinner charm.

Even though it was crowded, the staff tried their best to keep food and refreshments flowing. The…read morerush in getting food out into the dining room was obvious as the bowl containing my spaghetti order was splashed with sauce. Small thing, but it shows that the kitchen was more interested in pushing food out than preserving good presentation. The surcharge for using a credit card was a turn-off. If you already claim the fee as a business expense, why punish the customer with another charge?

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BLT on wheat w/ onion rings

Lyman's On the Lake

4.9(8 reviews)

5.1 mi

I've been coming to this bait shop well over 10+ years! Amazing people with amazing knowledge of…read moretheir products and area! Never let you down, highly recommend to stop by if you're near Houghton lake!

The team at Lyman's was very helpful in guiding first time ice fishers like my brother and I. They…read morerecommended the bait for the type of fish we wanted to catch. They had a replacement combo for me when mine broke on the first day. They provided a ride out to the shanty that we rented and drilled the jigging and tip up holes around the shanty. Can't blame Lyman's for having little to no action on the hooks. Would go back for bait, but probably won't be back to use the shanty because of the location and lack of fish.

Ice shanty rentals..4-man, 6-man and sleeper shanties

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3.0(4 reviews)

3.7 mi

Just moved here and very disappointed with this store. "Fresh" produce is always bad, the lights in…read morethe frozen fridges are mostly out, the cheese fridges are lukewarm, expired food, ect..This place needs a serious remodel! Houghton Lake needs another grocery store!!

This is the nicest grocery store in the Houghton Lake/Prudenville area. It's a fairly new store…read more Very modern inside - with a good produce department. I went grocery shopping here with my Uncle during my recent visit