Best Grand Rapids Coffee Shops

In recent years, coffee shops have become a gathering place for patrons looking to socialize with friends and family, take a quiet minute to themselves, or study/work. Grand Rapids is one of the cities to fully embrace this desire and has become home to many high-quality coffee shops. Each with its own unique atmosphere and menu you are sure to find many shops you will want to try.

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Sparrows

Offering two locations, one on Wealthy Street and one on Plainfield ave, Sparrows coffee has been serving Grand Rapids for years. Offering a warm environment, quality coffee, and a welcoming environment, Sparrows is a great place to run in and grab some joe on the go or meet up with a friend to catch up. Wanting coffee in bulk? Sparrows roast their own coffee and sell it by the pound.

Kid-friendly

Wealthy Street Hours: Mon.-Sun. 7 am-7 pm

Plainfield Ave Hours: Mon.-Sat. 7 am-6 pm & Sun. 9 am-5 pm

MadCap (2 locations):

With multiple locations in Grand Rapids and Detroit Michigan, Co-founder, Trevor, has turned his passion into a career. Providing a unique experience and utilizing the best beans roasted to perfection, Madcap is a favorite among Grand Rapids locals. Head over to the downtown location and grab a cup to go and enjoy while you explore the beauty that Grand Rapids has to offer. With limited seating at the downtown location, head over to the Fulton Street shop if you are looking to sit and visit or get some work done. Choose your setting while still enjoying the same delicious, high-quality cup of coffee.

Downtown- not super kid-friendly

Hours: Mon.-Sun. 8 am-4 pm

Fulton Street- kid-friendly

Hours: Mon-Fri. 7am-3pm; Sat, & Sun, 8am-4pm

Ferris Coffee:

Offering more than just fantastic coffee, Ferris Coffee & Nut Co. offers its own delicious snacks that pair perfectly with your beverage. This family-owned roaster uses its 95 years of experience to produce the best quality products for all of its customers. Sourcing coffee from farmers in South America, Indonesia, Africa, and more, the shop prides itself on working with quality people and serving people all over the country. With a huge online offering, check out their website, but don’t forget to stop in and get a fresh-made latte and experience their stunning shop in downtown GR.

Kid-Friendly

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7am-6pm; Sat. 8am-4pm; Sun. Closed

The Lantern Coffee Bar and Lounge

With a variety of brew methods, ranging from Kailua Pour-Over, Aeropress, Espresso, and more hang out in this work-friendly environment and fill your day with focus, food, and delicious coffee. With endless options, you will find yourself sprinkling your workday with a variety of different coffee and tea choices.

Not Kid Friendly- geared more towards patrons studying or working

Hours: Mon.Fri. 6 am-7 pm; Sat. & Sun, 8am-7pm

Lyon St. Café

Looking for a café that not only serves high-quality coffee but also beer and wine? Lyon St. Café is the place to be. Start your morning with a cup of joe, assorted teas, and hot chocolate, or come in later for a locally crafted beer or wine flight. Pair your coffee with a delicious pastry or baked good, enjoy your crisp beer with a deli sandwich or savory food item, or experience the full wine flight journey with a charcuterie board to enhance the delicious notes in the variety of wines. You and your friends will become part of the crew at Lyon Street Café. One of the best coffee shops in Grand Rapids!

Kid-Friendly

Hours: Mon.-Sun. 8 am-4 pm

Bradbury Café

You don’t have to go to France or Europe to enjoy the feel of a petite, delicious café. With top quality offerings, this coffee shop brings brightness with its beverages that match the brightness of the shop. With ample natural light, stellar employees, and a stunning vibe, this is a place you will want to visit more than once.

Kid-Friendly

Hours: Tues.-Sat. 8 am-3 pm

Outside Coffee Co.

With their philosophy being, “Coffee always tastes better outside”, enjoy a variety of beverages in whatever atmosphere the great outdoors offers that day. This community-based shop is located in the heart of uptown Grand Rapids and combines food truck dining, a welcoming/ inclusive environment, and an experience like no other. With garden seating and hammocks in the summer and domes and fire pits in the winter, you can enjoy a delicious cup of handcrafted coffee year-round. A great place for your kids to explore and enjoy, but make sure they have dressed accordingly for the weather as there is no indoor seating. One of the most unique coffee shops in Grand Rapids!

Kid-Friendly, but outdoors so bundle in winter

Hours: Mon.-Sun. 7 am-7 pm

That Early Bird

Since opening in June of 2016 this café has become a staple in the neighborhood and focuses on seasonal, local products. Offers an environment that welcomes all patrons, to enjoy breakfast with friends, or sips some coffee while you focus on the workday. Head over to their website to see their delicious menu and the hip vibes the shop offers.

Kid-Friendly

Hours: Mon.-Sat. 7am-3pm; Sun. 8am-3pm

Herman’s Boy

Celebrating 120 years of unique coffee, this local treasure is a must-visit for anyone in the area. This business is 5 shops in 1: a roastery, bakery, deli, confectionery, and barbecue. Stop into the homey café and enjoy a delicious, made-to-order bagel sandwich paired with a handcrafted cup of coffee. Enjoy the smell of freshly roasted coffee from their roastery as you enter the store and don’t forget to take home meats smoked in-house. Choose from their extensive list of coffee and have it ground however you’d like so you can enjoy Herman’s Boy cup of coffee each morning. Not a big coffee person? Shop their extensive tea offerings as well.

Kid-Friendly

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7am-7pm; Sat. 7:30am- 6pm; Sun. 10am-5pm

Haggerty’s

Located on the Beltline in Grand Rapids Michigan, this coffee shop boasts a menu that is an extension of their at-home kitchen. From warm, frothy lattes to delicious açaí bowls or avocado toast, this is an excellent place to spend some time. Whether you are studying, reading, visiting, or working, there is a variety of seating to accommodate your needs. Pick a cozy booth for some quiet and privacy or grab a table in the middle of it all to enjoy visiting or just watching the hustle and bustle around you.

Kid-Friendly

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7 am-6 pm; Sat. & Sun. Closed

Bitter End

Serving traditional espresso beverages since 2001, this coffee shop is sure to offer a unique experience. Open 24/7, you can stop in anytime for an excellent cup of coffee. Roasted fresh daily on-site, your cup will always be the freshest and finest it can be. Also offering kombucha and bulletproof coffee, their menu offers as unique a vibe as their shop. For parking information, menu items, and more about the shop, visit their website.

Not Kid Friendly- geared towards those working and the late-night caffeine seekers.

Hours: Open 24/7

Rise Authentic Bakery Co.

This café offers an entirely gluten-free, vegan, soy-free, and dye-free bakery. You will find high-quality pastries, desserts, breakfast and lunch foods keeping with the standards listed above. Creating an environment that is suitable for many dietary and allergy needs, everyone can enjoy the delicious offerings of Rise Authentic Bakery. This Westside coffee shop cultivated an environment where the community is welcome to enjoy and share in its inclusive menu and high-quality coffee offerings.

Kid-Friendly

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7am-6pm; Sat. & Su.n 8am-4pm

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