When I was out in Alpena, Mi, this place had easily became my favorite place to go to in the…read moremorning and sometimes for lunch. I will say the wait's a little long in the morning as this place is popular. I had ordered coffee and a breakfast wrap and luckily I had some work I could get done while waiting for it. The workers are all so nice and the people coming in and out were also amazed at the amount of souvenirs and merchandise. (Like I was) I was thinking about picking up a quarterzip as they're now in style. If I found myself in Alpena again, you'll catch me here the second I wake up.

This is our favorite coffee to buy whole bean by the 5lb bag. We buy it every 2 months and have for…read moreseveral years. We sometimes order online and have it delivered since it's 50 miles from where we live. On occasion we drive there for an outing but we will never eat there again. First off it's very unappealing inside. Dirty floors Cobb webs everywhere. Just a nasty feeling. I was eating a blah wrap and noticed all of the animal mounts hanging on the walls were thick with dust. Who ever owns this place needs to close for a couple of days and clean up the filth.

Cute little coffee shop with lots of flavors to choice from. The coffee was good and the staff was…read morefriendly. This was right next to my Airbnb and I'm glad I stopped by to check it out.

You should not use frozen eggs. The scramble was the worst I've ever had! Seriously, stick to…read morebagels and pastries or get it together! The coffee was good.

The breakfast sandwiches and coffee were great. Loved the free pay phone booth! The guy at the…read moreregister needs to smile and be more welcoming.

First off-if you need a proper wake-up call, order a chai latte with extra espresso. It sounds like…read morea chaotic flavor profile, but trust me on this one. The spicy, sweet chai cuts through the rich coffee, and adding that extra shot gives it the heavy-duty jolt you actually need to survive a massive grocery run. It's dangerously good. While sipping on that, I always end up wandering over toward the gift and home sections. They consistently have the cutest homemade-style gifts, local touches, and unique souvenirs that you wouldn't expect from a big place like Starbucks. Whether you're looking for a sweet local keepsake, quirky little trinkets, or a last-minute gift basket item, their selection of artisan-style goods and seasonal knick-knacks is surprisingly robust.

What a gem this place is and I am used to big city shopping (NYC/LA). Under new ownership and the…read morecouple that now owns it are quite delightful and spend as much time as you need answering questions. I buy gifts for friends on special occasions often and I know I won't ever be embarrassed by the quality. I know it's expensive but everything is nowadays. Great local coffee beans, huge selection including Michigan themed small souvenirs, free wifi, little tables to hang out at .....and totally delectible wide variety of chocolates. They gave me a free sample of their caramel butter popcorn and I thought I would die right then and there! So I bought a bag of cherry cordial chocolate covered popcorn for a friend. Five stars all around.

discrimination at its finest, I'm a truck driver down at the moment. I went into the Starbucks in…read morealpena mi, for the first time to get a cup of ice water and I was discriminated against and was told "waters only for paying customers" the guy was very rude towards me. and also that's not posted anywhere. he was a bald guy. I didn't get his name because I don't care. I'm going to post it to the website it's self and maybe be seeking legal. thanks.

This Starbucks is new to a fantastic town in Northern MI. We were treated with a friendly "welcome"…read morewhen we entered. The baristas were friendly and helpful when we couldn't decide what we wanted to eat. Our food was piping hot and delivered to our table quickly. The dining room tables were cleaned quickly as people vacated. This location is friendlier than average!

John Boy's isn't just a diner--it's a portal. One foot in Americana, one in a dream. The menu reads…read morelike a manifesto: sprawling, obsessive, oddly precise. Every dish arrives like it's been summoned by memory. The bacon is crisp, the toast knows something, and the omelets are heavy with intention. The dining room is small, dimly lit, and full of quiet drama. The regulars speak in half-smiles, and the staff greets you like they've seen your face before--in another life, maybe. Alpena doesn't have many restaurants. That's the mystery. You drive around expecting more, but there's a stillness here. A pause. And then--John Boy's. Waiting. Whether you're just passing through or hiding out for a while, this is your place. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner. (Even if you're not hungry.)

Your typical small town diner! Everyone was so friendly…read more Don't make my mistake and make sure you get their fresh bread!!! My husband got it and gave me a bite, and I regretted not getting my own! It was amazing.

A hidden gem in North Michigan!…read more I was visiting Alpena for a diving trip and was recommended this place. Specifically the Fire Burger and their Poutine. Our party was 6, they gave us "outdoor beers" and a pager. When a table opened up we sat down and I was immediately impressed. Our server was friendly and helpful, super sweet. She handled our accommodations (one of my friends had a lot of specific "requests" for his meal.) We got the poutine and mozzarella sticks for our appetizers... holy sh*t.... The poutine was INCREDIBLE. The mozzarella sticks were clearly house made. Just absolute perfection. I took the recommendations of my friend, and got the Fire Burger... insane. If I could give this place 10 stars I would. Great beers. Great apps. Great burger. Just an all round great time. You owe it to yourself to try this spot.... And if you don't think so, you probably hate puppies and America.

Visiting from out of town and stopped in before the Friday night football game. Beer was good,…read morefood was awesome and service was friendly and fast! The brussel sprouts and nachos are highly recommended! Thank you! Thx for the hospitality!

Great place for a quick bite to eat, to browse comics/art supplies, or stay longer for a…read moremovie/board games. The colors are bright and vibrant, with plenty of interesting things to look at. The food was quick, cheap and delicious. I also learned that they will be hosting art classes soon.

I don't think I'll be going there again. My coworkers and I have food delivered to us. Our order…read morewas brought incorrect and cold. The hot dogs were grey in color. I got the vegan dog and it had no flavor compared to other vegan hot dogs I have had. Very disappointed. We all ended up throwing our meals away because we couldn't eat them.

Great little café with amazing sandwiches! The sandwiches at Blue Moon Cafe are excellent,…read moreespecially with the incredible fresh-baked bread. The grilled cheese and soup combo is also amazing, simple, delicious, and clearly made with care. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in Alpena!

Great food, great service, great staff. Love the new location and the increasing hours for service…read more Love the fresh ingredients and the soups are simply amazing (except, I personally don't care for the tomato soup - I prefer a more traditional creamy bisque with cream sherry and cream). Maybe 2 versions - that would be great! It is in such a great location now-can't wait for summer for the windows to be opened and the outdoor seating to be available.