I've found Williamston's Grand River nee "Main St." to be endearing and active every time…read more I've visited, which because of my daughter's athletics has been a lot recently. Shops, eateries, and public parks make the space walkable and consumer friendly. The Sun Theatre, an old school façade movie theatre brings entertainment to the community and Williamston Theatre, with its local thespian scene, is a fine attraction for those looking for in-person comedy, romance, or thriller stories. This vibe is equal parts nostalgic and familiar. Like a Hallmark Channel holiday special in living color. Such is the vibe that this month's review, That New Place, exhibits and revels in. From the lunch counter seating options to the tables organized by the ceramic miniatures that occupy them to the deli case filled with delectable pastries, this place is simultaneously fresh and reminiscent of prior eras. The staff welcome you in unison and usher you out the door with similar hospitality and well wishes for your return. If you go on the weekend, prepare to wait because it has become a popular destination for the bedroom community and surrounding locales alike. Opened in 2023, by delightful and warm owners Carrie Ballou and Ray Priebe, in the location of a former bakery, the tradition of scratch baked goods serves as a foundation for breakfast and brunch flavors from morning to midday. The dine-in or take-home options are in abundance, and the daily specials are sure to have something for everyone. What's Good I visited That New Place on a Friday afternoon with one of my very best friends who was in town from Atlanta as she was home visiting family. It was busy and the owner expressed her apologies for the delay in the delicious Blueberry Peach Crumble Cake ($8) arriving to our table. She was so sincere that I couldn't help but offer grace. The cake was scrumptious and light but could have been heated just a touch warmer. My bestie ordered the Mixed Greens Salad with Mojito Chicken ($15). The tender cuts of chicken thighs were sweet from the orange-based marinade, and the lemon vinaigrette offered a citrusy bite of sour. The only drawback was the mixed greens were nearly all spinach. I had the same protein on the Mojito Chicken Sandwich ($15) which is served open face atop garlic toast with a spread of hot honey ranch and topped with house made Coleslaw. This sandwich was a hit. All of the components complimented each other in terms of flavor and texture. What's Really Good My first visit was mid-week, and I sat at the counter. At first, it seemed like I was the only one who didn't know anyone as conversations between staff and guests were boisterous and gleeful. Then I realized, that was just the culture of That New Place- no one leaves a stranger. I ordered a la cart Two Eggs ($4), Chicken Breakfast Sausage ($5), Pork-Bo ssam ($6), Hot Potatoes ($5). Every bite was a triumph over the previous. The eggs were fluffy and cheesy. The chicken sausage was flavorful, savory and cooked with the right amount of crisp when you bit into them. The Pork-Bo ssam was awesome. Shredded pork shoulder prepared in a traditional Korean fashion with notes of ginger, star anise, garlic, and onion, and black tea. It's not the first thing you think about when breakfast is of mine, but maybe it should be. Still, the potatoes were even better- slathered with the same hot honey ranch that cuddled the open sammy above. Crispy outside and tender inside, but that dressing will have me trying to recreate it in my own kitchen soon enough. Sweet and spiced with red pepper flakes, garlic, onion, and fresh herbs. You're going to want to give these a try. Best Bite The pastries. Period. They are worth braving the construction induced detour in and around town to arrive back on Grand River. I mentioned the Crumble Cake before, but on my prior visit, I ordered two Scones ($5/two) and wish I had the courage to take some home. The first was a Candied Ginger Peach which was soft and sweet in all the ways you want for breakfast. The Blueberry Thyme scone was also soft, but the savory thyme played so perfectly with the fruit that it could be starring on a stage in town as the crowd chants "Encore". Bravo

Food was spectacular. It was seriously out of this world. Everything was made to perfection, and…read morethe hot potatoes! Omg they blew my mind. It was a great experience all around. Atmosphere is nice, service is good and the chef brings the order out to every table. He's kind, caring and talks to his guests. Well worth the experience. I cannot recommend this place enough

Great donuts and really nice flavor combos. Was going through the area and took a chance glade I…read moredid.

AMAZING! Service and quality . The lady who was working the counter was super sweet to my son and I…read more. Officially found our new donut spot! come here!

i would go all the time. seriously, knew my name & my drink lol. i like to switch it up to see if i…read moreever find a new favorite. & if i do so, I only enjoy Tammy making it. not sure why, but whenever she makes my drink it's sweet & to my liking. i stopped going all the time due to the slacking of my drink. doesn't taste good anymore..

From the owner: Coffee is at our heart. From your favorite daily cup to seasonal offerings, there is always…read moresomething on the menu at Starbucks, ready to be crafted just for you. Starbucks has always been a special place to gather and connect. We're woven into the communities we serve. Our stores are gathering spaces for conversations, connection and joy, where our green apron baristas deliver expertly handcrafted beverages, make meaningful connections with their communities and deliver that much-needed pick-me-up to start your day, customized how you want. Our promise to our customers is to uplift the everyday, every time you visit us. So stay awhile and enjoy every sip.

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!

Unfortunately, could've had a much better experience here. I am not from the area and wanted a…read morebagel sandwich with my coffee. When placing the order the man taking the order laughed and said, "No you can't have that" and was very matter of fact. Appearing that it was silly to assume that they made enough bagels to last till noon, and brushed it off by saying to comeback tomorrow around 10am. Very off putting service, and rude. Will not be returning.

absolutely love this 7brew!!!! every drink i get is always 10/10, and the employees are always so…read morecheerful and kind!!!!! shout out to emma g, jill, madison, and tyler!!!!!!

This was my first time at 7brew, and I didn't realize it's a drive through only! That explains why…read moreI couldn't find any online ordering option. When I pulled up, the shop was tiny and the drive through looked dreadfully long, but I hopped in the right line and was shocked at how fast it moved. I was in and out in under 10 minutes. Wild! The staff was super friendly, which made the experience even better. I will say when the staff arrived at our car, they never handed me a menu so I would be prepared to know what you want to order beforehand. I ordered two drinks: the Blondie with half sugar and the Typhoon (an energy drink). Personally, I didn't love the Blondie, it tasted more like straight milk to me and didn't really have much of a coffee kick. It might've been missing some espresso or maybe I just chose the wrong drink for my taste. The Typhoon, though, was really good! Very sweet, but delicious, and I'd definitely come back to try more of their energy drinks. I used to live in the area for college about 8 years ago, and this place definitely wasn't here back then so this is such a fun new addition! Overall, I'm glad I stopped by. Even with the long-looking line, the service was impressively quick, the staff was nice, and I think next time I'll try a different coffee or another energy drink

Delicious coffee. It's basic but good! They have some good items but it was taking too long so I…read morecancelled my order.

Wonderful local coffee shop. Housemade syrups and specialty drinks, & bakery items. Coffee was…read moresmooth and flavorful. The pistachio latte and pumpkin latte were delicious! Service was friendly and helpful.

We were looking for a nice coffee shop to hang out at grab a cup of coffee. We found this place on…read moregrand River. It just had a weird vibe. I'm not sure what it is. We walked in and I didn't feel comfortable being there. The service was fine. The prices were super expensive. A cup of coffee with flavor was $12.95. I end up trying the small Americano for 395. It was OK. Nothing to break about. Won't be coming back. The place itself was clean. I will say in the parking was convenient. And the location was convenient. There's a lot of tables for those who want to study here and there were people hanging out.

Convenient, clean, bright, and welcoming! Chateau has done…read morea great job with the esthetics of this place! Our barista was lovely, kind, helpful, and patient! She took an idea of a coffee and made the most delicious and nutty pistachio latte! There are plenty places to sit and gather or work solo while smelling the amazing aromas of all the coffees. Located in a plaza, there is plenty of parking. They offer sandwiches and sweet treats as well, the baklava is homemade! To date, my fav place for coffee is my kitchen but Chateau will definitely see me often!

Always good service. Lattes is consistently good without being too sweet. The asiago bagels are…read morethe best, but the pastries are all yummy and freshly baked. Prices are reasonable, as I could have a latte and a good sized bagel with cream cheese for $10. Great place for studying, work, or just hanging out. Go here! Support local!

I should start by saying that I have a high level of appreciation for this place not being a chain…read morecoffeehouse that is conveniently located. With that said, there is a very hometown feel when you walk into this place. The staff are very kind and seemingly gentle spirited. The ordering process is intimate and quick and then there are expansive seating options just around the corner. The drip coffee was amazing! Robust but not bitter. The breakfast burrito was also delicious, the sausage makes it crave-able. The cinnamon roll was decent, not my favorite cinnamon roll due to perhaps a citrus flavor experience I could have lived without. It may have been better had I asked for it to be warmed. (But I'm not a fan of having to warm a cinnamon roll in order for it to be good)

Each coffee is freshly made. Staff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Prices are very…read morereasonable

Five stars for the friendly staff, quick drinks, ample of seating, and bright ambiance…read more Three stars for the beverages we ordered. The moka spice latte was pretty decent but what we thought would be a show stopper, the Dubai chocolate latte, was just too sweet. And not like a rich chocolate sweet but felt like an overload of sugar with a hint of oiliness from the chocolate. Would not recommend especially at the steep price of the drink. We also asked for hot lattes but they were lukewarm at best. I'm still curious about their chai so we might return but will pass on the espresso drinks for now. If we try them again, I would try another flavor and would also select the iced option.

Logistics. In shopping plaza, just east of Marsh Road along northside of Central Park Dr,…read moreconnecting to Time Square Drive, in Okemos. Vibe and First Impressions. Galley-like set up as you walk in. Breakfast diner vibes more than 'cafe and bakery'. Kitchen to your left as you walk down short corridor into cafe. Sloth-like chill attitude encouraged; the hashtag is #letshangtogether. Had fun looking at all the little sloth decor throughout. Lots of light and glass. VERY limited seating; seats about 15 (?) inside; mostly 2 tops and a 6 top. When we walked in, we were greeted warmly, permitted to sit where ever we would like, then handed menus. Turkish music playing was just a bit too loud. Hospitality. Friendly and helpful. Owner-chef seemed very happy to be there, singing and engaging with his regulars. Offerings. Basic breakfast and lunch items with Turkish and Mediterranean classics. No flavored lattes but other basic espresso drinks offered. Chai was excellent. Had the Turkish coffee because it was a Turkish joint; was REALLY good; strong. We had the Simit Platter; sesame-like NY bagel, feta chunks, and olives. All very good. See pics. Apparently they offer cooking classes, catering, and meal prep pick-up -- for ever-changing healthier, fresh, easy-prep take-out options. Of Note and Last Impressions. Lot parking. Overall, fun.

We tried a variety of dishes from here when visiting family. We got all of them for takeout for…read morelunch. The menemen was my favorite. Like scrambled eggs with tomatoes and onions. It was tasty and even better with the bread they provided. It could've been packaged in a better way because the oil dripped out everywhere by the time we got it home. Maybe a plastic container with a tight fitting lid. The mezze platter was also quite nice, especially the carrot appetizer. The bulgur patties were also flavorful. The artichoke was slightly disappointing because it didn't have any other flavor than salt and vinegar, similar to canned/bottled artichokes. The salad was fresh and the dressing was light. Overall, this was a light and tasty lunch.