A once a week favorite. They are roasting their own beans plus have other wonderful options for…read moreflavored coffee. Grab a mug, sit with a friend and order a muffin. Speciality drinks and hot food too. This is a local gem. Light music in the background gives it an easy and relaxed feel.

Very nice little lunch spot. Great coffee and sandwiches. Totally love their deserts too.read more

If you love coffee like me and enjoying trying different kinds from around the world this is your…read moreplace. By far the best coffee I've ever had and I've tried tons of different kinds from around the world! The owner is a great guy and his products are one of a kind. Check this place out! You won't regret it!

From the owner: Fresh Roasted Coffee in small batch, high quality coffee, Ethiopia Coffee, Honduras Coffee,…read moreGuatemala Coffee, best coffee, freshly roasted

Do not get beans here. Do not let them grind them. I like to support local shops when I am…read moretraveling and I have my own espresso maker. I asked for espresso grind. When I opened the bag I could tell right away it was too fine. I attempted to pull a shot, but got nothing. It was most definitely Turkish grind. Since I could do nothing with the bag, I went back to explain this was ground too fine. The same individual was there and reacted with condensation, saying this is indeed espresso grind, which is basically Turkish, and he doesn't know what kind of maker I have so he cannot dial it in. I said I have never had this problem in the years I have done this at other shops. He acted like he could do nothing for me, so when I pressed that I can do nothing with these beans I spent money on, he got on the phone. At one point I heard him say, "Yes, I tried to explain that to her." As if I didn't know what I was talking about. I was finally given the option to get a bag of beans without having them ground, which is all I really wanted. I can grind the beans in my own grinder at home. I went down the street and bought a bag of beans there. I asked for espresso grind and mentioned that the last place gave me Turkish. She had to look up the appropriate setting, but she got it perfect. When I got home and opened the bag of beans from Black Iron, the beans were oily and smelled burnt. My coffee tasted that way, too. I was rather shocked because the latter I had ordered with my purchase was not bad. I had to use them up slowly by masking the bad taste with my go-to beans.

Love this cafe! I haven't tried them in years since moving away, but had to stop in during a recent…read morevisit home. They have since changed owners since I last visited, and had the opportunity to meet the new owners daughter who was working on bar that day. She is so friendly and makes a great macchiato! I used to be a barista for a few years and have since become an at home espresso enthusiast. This cafe produces delicious, quality espresso made with care. Quiet, clean, and cozy. Great study spot or catch up with friends. Can't wait to return next time I'm in town!

I absolutely love the coffee ambiance everything about this place is super amazing especially the…read morestaff! Shout out to Josiah!

Stopped in for a breakfast sandwich and a coffee. Was getting tires on my car, so I had a half hour…read moreto spare. The sandwich was ok, and the coffee was smooth and hot. I drink black coffee, and I am kind of picky. Enjoyed the coffee and the small warm seating area. would recommend.

Don't bother going anywhere else for coffee if you're near Ionia, Sozo's should be your first and…read moreonly stop. I've been to a lot of coffee shops in nearby cities and big cities around the country and Sozo's is just as good if not better than any I've visited. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the environment is really laid back, with lots of space to sit and work or meet with friends, coworkers, or classmates. They source their own beans, and make their own baked goods in house. I'll often order their drip cause it's so good, but I also love their pour over, the Nutty Irishman, or just a plain Cortado. And I always keep their beans on hand for home. Please visit, enjoy, and support Rodney and Mindy and this small/local business!

When I moved to Ionia from GR over a year ago, I was worried that Biggby was my only option... I…read morewas so relieved to find Sozo. This is a real coffee lovers heaven. The staff is consistently friendly and fast, the baked goods are always bangin, and the atmosphere is super cozy. And the prices are very fair. This place is miles above any of the GR coffee shops I loved in every way. 10/10

1) My mocha Frappuccino with a shot of espresso was super flavorful and just right for a hot day…read more 2) the shop is in a historic building that was originally a bank dating to 1912, complete with brick walls, gorgeous tin ceiling, and original vault that is now a snug for a cozy conversation or game of checkers. And an assortment of things by local artisans for purchase. 3) the owner and her staff are delightful people. Kind, great service, make food/drinks to order. Had a great chat with the owner and other barista on duty. Will come again for the ambiance, great coffee, and the friendly and welcoming atmosphere .

The coffee is pretty good. I've never eaten here. However, I don't like their hours. My schedule…read moredoesn't line up most of the time with mine due to their short hours. The ambiance is very nice. The staff is super friendly.

We tried a lemon blackberry mini cupcake at a wedding show we went to, And it wa shonestly one of…read morethe best cupcakes I have ever had, And i dont like Cake normally at all, Theres only one other bakery I eat cupcakes at. I am thinking about ging back jst to get a few of those.

This is my second time trying this place. They have a great menu selection. Their daily soups are…read moredelicious. Their bakery items are some of the best I've ever tried.

never had an issue with this star bucks. I go multiple times a week and it's always the same good…read moreservice. Inside is clean and drinks are consistent.

This location used to be decent. They had their moments, but moments are easy to overlook when…read morethey're not all the time. The last few times I went there though, I waited 30 minutes for 1-2 drinks. This was 2 separate days, not the same day. I don't have the time or patience to wait 30 minutes for my already overpriced drink. I will bring my business elsewhere.