Maybe not the fastest service, but the food and drinks were great. Really liked my smoothly and my sandwich. Cook actually came out to check on our order and was super friendly. Really a neat place, has a stage for comedy and music acts. Would love to come back when there is entertainment. read more

5th and Elm Coffee House - Coffee Shop with a stage (Music and Comedy) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hancock, Michigan

I used to live in Houghton as a kid...a very long time ago. And this spot was the theater where I saw my first movie in a movie theater -- Mighty Ducks! Anyway. Now it's a coffee shop and a super good one at that. I've come here twice in two days because their coffees are delicious. They have vegetarian and vegan/dairy-free options, food, breakfast, sandwiches and pizza nights and also live music! So fantastic. Their hazelnut oat milk latte is seriously one of the best I've had. Super friendly and quick too! read more

5th and Elm Coffee House - Bagel sandwich with egg, cheese, spinach, peppers and onion & oat milk hazelnut latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hancock, Michigan

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The general vibe of this place is relaxing and welcoming. I could stay here for hours; eating, drinking coffee;and putting a puzzle together. read more

We've had coffee at a few local cafes and so far, this is our favorite! The iced caramel macchiato was flavorful and coffee forward. The Miel was slightly sweet, creamy, and had a little cinnamon flavor. The vibe of the place is really cool with the old theater. We love cooks old buildings so this was right up our alley. We will definitely be back! read more

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Disclaimer: solely basing this review on a single coffee purchase. But the staff was friendly, menu had quite a lot of food and drink options, and the coffee was the best in the area I've had so far out of 4 other cafes. read more

5th and Elm Coffee House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hancock, Michigan

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We go there for breakfast sammie's and they are sooo yum! I get the maple sausage on a cinnamon bagel and cheddar cheese

Food was amazing. We got the breakfast bagel and Tuscan chicken and it was absolutely delicious. Piping hot, fresh ingredients, and the coffee was great too. A+! read more

5th and Elm Coffee House - Tuscan chicken - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hancock, Michigan

the drinks were absolutely horrible I have been to a great many coffee shops across the country and they had the worst coffee by far I have ever tasted. The service was long but ok. Nice place but absolutelay garbage coffee read more

Amazing service, great food, nice staff, good vibes. Only caveat is that they dont have a good calendar or website that tells you what events are going on at the theater, y'all would have many more customers if they knew what and when things were happening. read more

Once again, Boone and the guys killed it! Breakfast pizza was great, atmosphere and service was top notch. If you haven't been to this quaint place, please try it and tip the staff. Fresh made pizza crust was out of this read more

5th and Elm Coffee House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hancock, Michigan

Loved the food both times I have been there with my kids. The first time my son and I had sandwiches and my daughter had the blueberry bagel which she loved. The second time we all had pizzas. They were great. The crust was thin for the amount of toppings on my daughter's pizza. We might have just missed if you can change the crust thickness. The best part was the smoothies. read more

I've passed by this place for years and just discovered it last summer. It's a big back from the street, so you have to look for the outdoor seating and mural on the wall. We tried it out for the first time last week and it was good. The bagel sandwich was proper and the coffee was great. I got a mocha that I enjoyed, and I usually avoid coffee. The staff was cheerful and we had no issues. read more

Great cafe in an alley-like street. Miel latte- 5! (espresso, honey, steamed milk) SO good! Latte- 5! Service/setting: 5! Recommend! read more

Amazing food and coffee! Great for a quick bite and recharge. Also great for sitting down to get some work done... Side note - get the quiche! :) read more

If you are looking to buy a cup of coffee and not sit down and enjoy it this is a perfect spot for you. I'm not sure

OK, so I am a snob. Coffee snob for sure, food snob as well. First off, remember, you are in Houghton, way up in God's country. Second, this is not a "big city, sophisticated" location. Now, that being said, the coffee (I had Guat) was a 4.5. Very good! My wife had the pannukakku, a 5! Excellent!! I had the maple sausage burrito. Also a 5. Excellent!! The staff was friendly and the food was fast and obvious care was used in preparing it (ex.- the maple syrup was hot). Atmosphere is decent and clean, but with everything going for it, this place is a yes!! read more

Yay! On the recommendation of our hotel's staff we walked here for lunch. My iced almond milk decaf latte was the real deal--rich dark coffee flavor in unsweetened almond milk. My sandwich was incredible! Gluten free turkey artichoke. I skipped the cheese. The pesto, soft bread, turkey and artichoke sang together. Delish! read more

5th and Elm Coffee House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hancock, Michigan

Excellant Food! The soups are amazing. Service is friendly and everyone was wearing a mask!

Some of the best coffee drinks in town. They make a great caramel machiato. Usually I only stop by when I'm in town and want food and coffee. I've had their chicken caprese, turkey on sourdough (could use a little more sour though), breakfast burritos, and one other chicken sandwich with pesto and all were good. My Grandma kept raving about the turkey and artichoke sandwich and insisted we all take a bite to try it. She also really, really, appreciated that they have homemade gluten free bread because she usually can't eat sandwiches when we go out because of that. Some reasons why only three stars are the atmosphere and price. I like coffee shops to be cozy and warm (like Cyberia or any other place that has comfy chairs, couches, and carpet). I find 5th and Elm to be a little "cold". The tables and chairs don't make me want to sit and buy more drinks for hours like other places. Might be the tile floor which I know sounds picky. But I think a few comfy fabric chairs might help. I do love their little outside sitting area in the summer though. It's nice to sip a coffee outside with that UP breeze blowing through. And the price is sort of high for Houghton. For the four of us to go out with ordering three full sandwiches, a half sandwich and soup, and a coffee it was over $30. The sandwiches are just sandwiches, no chips or fries or even a pickle. But the quality is good so I'm assuming that is why. 5th and Elm gets a thank you from me for having gluten free bread. It was nice to go out and see my Grandma able to order something other than a salad without croutons. She seriously would not stop telling us about it (at Christmas dinner, when we ordered, after we ordered). read more

5th and Elm was great. Much better than any Starbucks or chain coffee shop. The coffee was good and the breakfast burrito was great! Very tasty and filling. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend 5th an Elm to anyone looking for a quick breakfast or some fresh coffee. Then also played good music and the vibe of the place was cool. Highly recommended! read more

Coffee is great. So is the food. Service is thorough and friendly but on the slow side. Don't come in if you're in a hurry. But if you have the time, get a mocha and maybe some latte art from Barista Ed. read more

5th and Elm Coffee House - Latte art by Ed. I requested a manatee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hancock, Michigan

So I am not a huge fan of coffee not being made to order. They have coffee pre made in carafes which I think tends to lower quality coffee then having the option to have it brewed and served fresh from a variety of options. Espresso was pretty good, however isn't served with a cup of cold water for your palate, but there is water available in a cooler. I also ordered a rueben which was delicious, I would definitely order it again. To be honest you really can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches, they are all so good. Also have to note the mufalleta capicola is amazing and I would highly recommend it. read more

Had the walnut burger, which was a veggie burger made with walnuts and ordered it with the smoked gouda which was delicious and not too heavy as it is on a sandwich thin. Also, got a Amaretto cream soda, which combined the syrup with sparkling water and cream. Very good. Service was friendly but seemed a bit chaotic when I first walked in. I was surprised there were no sides for the sandwiches; a bag of chips along side the sandwich would have been preferred. The option to eat in the courtyard was nice, since the ambiance inside was reminiscent of an old McDonald's. read more

I LOVE this place! There food is great and it is a great place to study! The workers are so nice! I would come here every single day if I could! Definitely come and try this! read more

Great little locally-owned and operated quick-food place for variety of fresh-made-to-order lunch and breakfast items designed for people who like nutritious food, including items for those with nutritional preferences. Coffee and teas are also good, and the space caters to students, young professionals, artisans, people with a need to do a little work on their laptop, and locals who want to meet up with others. The patio was lost in the flood, but the inside is fine. read more

Great coffee and tea. We stopped in on a whim on our way up the Keweenaw Peninsula. Very friendly staff and great service. Felt like locals when we weren't. read more

I went Mountain biking in Copper Harbor a few years ago and my friend and I stopped by here on the way back home. I ordered a breakfast burrito. I remember tasting the beans, rice, cheese, and some green peppers or salsa, which provided a little bit of a kick. The burrito was heated in a press, which helped make the burrito nice and hot. Years later, I am still thinking about that breakfast burrito. read more

REALLY nice people here. Their breakfast burritos and bowls are very tasty (and big enough to share!). Their bagel toppings are good, but if you are looking for an east coast bagel you'll be disappointed. We'll be back. read more

Great food, fantastic staff, incredible coffee, perfect location, great atmosphere all ran by what seems to be... What must be a hell of a being ! Eat here ! read more

Went here to meet up with a friend on a Sunday afternoon and was comfortable. Overall, it's a nice place to get a quick meal and coffee. It wasn't too noisy and there was plenty of seating inside. There's also nice patio seating. Though there were people consistently coming in and out, everyone seemed to receive their orders in a timely manner. There is a pretty wide range of drinks and eats. The turkey artichoke sandwich on ciabatta is delicious! Slices of turkey, cheese, and marinated artichokes tucked between warm crusty ciabatta that is lined with pesto and mayo makes for a totally satisfying lunch. read more

Has been a long time since I've eaten at 5th&Elm. Ordered a breakfast bagel sandwich on a GF bagel and an Americano to go. Ordered online and picked up from their walk-in window, which I believe is new since COVID restrictions. Tasted delicious. I got my sandwich with bacon and it was thick bacon cooked just right. The coffee was perfectly roasted. Thank you. read more

We stopped in here for coffee and breakfast on the way to the Isle Royale ferry, around 8am on a weekday. Both were good, but our breakfast burritos took over 20 minutes to prepare!! There wasn't a long line ahead of us, and a place that does mostly takeout on weekdays should be able to handle orders much faster than that. Also, as we waited, we watched the line back up to where people were waiting 15 minutes because the same person running the checkout was also making all of the drinks. read more

One of my favorite coffee, breakfast, & lunch places! Very down to earth, calming atmosphere, friendly staff, and DELICIOUS food. I recommend the tuna melt and walnut burger. Great local spot! read more

This is my favorite coffee shop in the Houghton area as their coffee is truly flavorful and their foods are fresh (homemade) and delicious! They blend their own chai mix, as well, which is nice. This past summer, they brought in the Merry Berry frozen yogurt stand, as well, so I can now get my fro-yo fix year-round, too, which is wonderful! I'm a big fan of their yogurt, berry, granola parfaits, chased with a strong cup of the daily brew after a long run on the Canal trail. They now have a nice outdoor seating area in front when the weather allows, as well as free wi-fi. The only downside, to me, is that the inside seating is rather cafeteria-esque. It's just plain sterile and uncomfortable, which does not lend itself to lingering with friends, unfortunately. read more

Coffee was good! But this place needs to take care of the air ventilation. When they cook at the kitchen, the grill smell from cooking (mostly meat) is over-drenched all your clothes and your hair although you are sitting in the lounge and the smell can last all day long. If you want to grab a coffee to go or sit outside, this would be a nice place. But, not inside the lounge. read more

I'm not a big coffee drinker so I can't comment on that but I do love sandwiches and the ones here are excellent. I had the muffaletta and will definitely be going back for another. The olive spread is excellent and all the meat is sliced fresh when you order. It takes longer than Subway to get your food, but it's so much better. The staff there is always super friendly and helpful too. read more

Nice find after a drive from Union Bay campground in Porcupine Mountain State park. No real good places on the way. Broccoli ham quiche and veg kale soup were excellent. read more

Super delicious Walnut Burger - a vegetarian option made of tofu, walnuts, bread crumbs, spices, and a few others things. Mushy but flavorfully excellent, plus you can add avocado for 50 cents (do it). However - not so stoked by the coffee, which is the reason I went there. Cappuccino was among the more "eh" ones I've had. I don't consider myself a coffee snob, but I do like espresso, but wouldn't order it here again - would stick with drip. Also, rather slow despite not being a busy day. Clearly had a strong local community though - lots of art, fliers for local events, baristas knew many people stopping in. If I lived here, I would be happy to hang out here. read more

Stumbled upon this place and couldn't be more satisfied. The latte was spot on. For lunch I ordered a turkey artichoke sandwich and the white bean fennel soup of the day, both were full of flavor and came out quick. I'll definitely be back. read more

We were looking for a quick lunch and came across 5th and elm. Has some good soups and sandwiches. Good coffee as well, the iced latte hit the spot. Cash Only. Atmosphere had cafeteria feel to it, but did have tables outside. read more