I love coffee shops, so I always get excited when I can try a new to me spot, like The Borough. I…read moredon't get to Allendale very often (maybe twice a year) so when I was heading to Grand Valley's campus for an event recently, I made sure to allow extra time to stop by. The parking lot in front is pretty small, and there is only one access point, so if you go past it, you'll have to turn around near the apartments behind it. Don't drive on the sidewalk... I didn't, mostly because there is a sign that says, "This is a sidewalk" which made me laugh. (Truly that should be an entrance into the parking lot!) The space is very bright and airy with cute decor and space to get some work or studying done. I was greeted right away when I walked in and I had a tough time deciding what to order. I wasn't hungry, but I love that they have a full on food menu - including salads, burgers(!!!), bagels, toasts, paninis, pastries, etc. Plus all the regular coffee items, boba, smoothies, and teas. I went with one of the seasonal specials, the banana bread matcha. It didn't take too long to come out and it was very tasty - not really what I was expecting, but I liked it. It reminded me of a very green banana (which is how I prefer bananas), it wasn't super sweet but also not super matcha-y. They are expanding their space, so I am interested in coming back to see what that looks like and to order more delicious drinks and try the food!

The Borough is the perfect spot for a quick coffee or lunch date! It's so light and bright in there…read morewith lots of seating. I love the healthier food options they have, but you never have to twist my arm for their panini and tater tots as well! They always have fun specials for drinks and the staff have great recommendations. Go check out this great woman-owned spot!

Didn't know they move to downtown. I was hoping that it is in a house on the west side like before…read more Now the vibe has change. More like a art gallery that serve drinks and coffee than a cafe. Very minimalistic. I don't like it. Drinks are good. They still serve pastries from local Nantucket bakery. To me, the place looks weird, looks unfinished and seating is not comfortable

New location alert! Morning Ritual has moved from the west side to the heart of downtown, at the…read morecorner of Lyon & Ionia. The new space is way bigger and brighter, with lots of natural light and space to hang out, get some work done, and enjoy a unique beverage + vegan breakfast sandwich! They also have a lot of fun art everywhere, as well as plenty of cute and irreverent items for sale. Loved the Snoopy stuff! Nate and I stopped in recently to get something from their summer menu - I tried the reaper: vegan caramel syrup, cream soda, espresso, and oat milk marshmallow vanilla cold foam. Nate ordered the sacred heart: lemon syrup, tonic, matcha, oatmilk marshmallow vanilla cold foam, with a dried lemon garnish. Phew! They were both very tasty, smooth and not too sweet. I always enjoy the opportunity to try something unique, and Morning Ritual has always provided that. Also, major points for taking our names for our drinks! Hearing "oat milk latte" and then seeing someone else take your drink is one of my biggest pet peeves when it comes to coffee shops. It's such a small thing that can make such a big difference and yes I will continue to write about this in every coffee shop review ever, lol. It looks like the space will serve as a music venue, and their sign also mentioned a photobooth, which wasn't there when we visited, so I'm excited to see what they will offer to the community as they continue to bloom in this new location. Parking: metered street parking is available nearby, be prepared to walk a bit!

Stopped in the other day for a quick visit with family…read more Coming from Metro Detroit, this is one of the best coffee shops I've ever tried! Great service, friendly staff. The inside of the building is spruced up nicely, enjoyed the artwork. Will be back again. :)

My first love. Open 24 hours! Awesome drinks guaranteed, no matter what you choose. Artwork and…read moreatmosphere are top tier. Once spent an entire 8 hours studying here. 10/10 would recommend. It's a classic.

A great place to sit and do homework. A lot of coveted seats by windows and outlets so get there at…read morea good time to stake your claim. The coffee is always good and you can customize the heck out of. Theres always a nice playlist going in the background. I have yet to try to food besides the killer chocolate chip cookies they make in house but there's a nice menu of sandwiches, salads, and smoothies.

While popular among college students, it's a great place for all. Stopped by on Sunday for a quick…read morebrunch. Friendly service. Good food. Açaí was fresh and delicious.

It was hard giving them a five star since I specifically came in for foam art and they dumped the…read morecup Into a to go cup ruining the art. But this coffee was SO good, I forgave the barista . And this cute coffee nook will be a destination for us next time we come back.

Lantern is a decent spot to get some work done. I don't frequent it often just because of the…read moredowntown location, but I was there recently for some coworking. The employees were friendly and helpful as I ordered my latte and a croissant. I was pretty sure I ordered it iced, but it came out hot. (Not a big deal.) The latte was okay, I'm not sure what kind of oat milk they use but I think it wasn't my favorite. The spinach and feta croissant was flaky and tasty but I wish they had a way to warm it up (or maybe they do and I should have asked). The vibe inside for to-go orders is bright and cheery, once you go down to the main seating level it's a bit dark and cozy. The wifi was fast and reliable, and there is a decent amount of seating for the space. Metered street parking is available on the surrounding streets. It's not my go-to spot, but if you're downtown and need a caffeine pick me up, stop in!

Just want to comment about the wall of liquor they have near the entrance. Never seen this type of…read moreshelves before in any type of grocery store. Each bottles are shinning under the overhead spotlight and telling you to buy them. This is a boutique Meijer so grocery choices are limited but they have everything you need to make lunch or dinner.

Bridge Street Market is a fancy Meijer, basically! It is Meijer's attempt at appealing to the…read morepeople who want organic strawberries, multiple options of coconut water and $10 almond butter. I can dig it, though, because sometimes I am that person. But also, sometimes I am not that person, and I'm especially not that person when I just want to find a fully stocked aisle of children's medicine (Tylenol in bubble gum flavor, in fact) at a good price. Thankfully, Bridge Street Market is a little bougie, but not so bougie that it loses its Midwest Meijer roots. Anyway, I picked up my children's Tylenol, but I also stopped by the wine section before I checked out. Bridge Street Market has a large and fun wine area. I say fun because they take the time to label some of the wines on display with tasting notes and other descriptors. I was in the Italian section, so I picked up a bottle of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, just based on how it was displayed on the shelf. The merchandising people at Bridge Street are doing a good job -- they made me pick up wine on a whim! (Which, to be honest, isn't that difficult, but still.) All of the checkout lanes are self-check-out, but there are people standing by to help.

Quite possibly one of the best cafe mochas I've ever had. Just great coffee- with great vibes…read more Bonus points for super friendly staff.

5/5 for aesthetics and natural light, but a 3.5/5 for the coffee. I just felt like I got a little…read moreless than what the cup could hold and my drink was more milky than it was coffee. For the description of what the drink was, it fell short from the experience. It was a seasonal Japanese style drink with undertones of anise, ginger, and cinnamon, with some smokiness and a housemade syrup. The service was wonderful and supportive with my indecisiveness haha I hope I have a better experience next time!

I always love discovering new to me places, and I had seen a few reviews of Moka Roots recently, so…read moreI made plans to meet up with a friend there to catch up. The space is beautiful and spacious, and there were a few other people meeting and working there. The menu is interesting and they specialize in Yemeni coffee and other drinks. I got the Moka Roots latte at the recommendation of the owner, which was delicious with some light warming spices like cardamom. They also sell slices of cake and other goodies - I got a piece of baklava which was perfectly crispy and sweet. There is plenty of parking in the lot, and it's attached to the amazing Super Green Market. They also have an outdoor patio which I'd love to enjoy in the summer. Moka Roots isn't super close to my house, but I'm glad I checked it out and will definitely be back in the future.

Delicious, amazing coffee, and great space to get some work done! Great customer service and…read morerelaxing atmosphere.

Lively location great for conversations with a friend or working in a buzzing setting. The friendly…read morestaff offers a wide selection of single origin espressos and pour overs in downtown Wyoming!

This place is perfect! I'm traveling through Michigan while working remotely and this has been my…read morefavorite spot so far. Lots of seating and great espresso pulls. Avocado toast was a good sized portion. I like the ample seating options and availability of seats. Service was friendly except for the male barista who cut in front of me to put away coffee cups grabbing a fork and napkin. I thought he was another guest so I let him go first, but then realized he worked there. A little rude imo.

This place is adorable and both of our drinks were fantastic. Reasonably priced as well.read more

Littlefoot is a really cute little place in a somewhat industrial area. It is kinda hard to find…read moreand recently a Foxtail coffee opened in a very prominent location, unfortunately taking away customers. There is some parking around the area but can fill up quickly if there's a popup. I've never actually tried any drinks from Littlefoot but have gone to support many of the local small businesses they partner with for events. I love how they use their space to work with and uplift other local businesses. I often go to buy baked goods from Foliage and Flour as they are a retailer. The interior is actually really cute and each room has a slightly different vibe and really unique wallpaper. I definitely recommend coming here for a quick drink.