"RooRoast!"…read more Waiting for the light to change at Main and Stadium, I look down at the clock. Seven minutes to five. "What the heck. I'll call." "Hey Siri, call Roos Roast." My heart races a little. I'd been trying to get over for a coffee all day and now they are about to close. I blurt out my ask. "...any way you could just leave a coffee outside on the picnic table. I could slip the money under the door?" "Don't worry about it." Kyra says. "Just knock. I'll make it right now." "Thank you so much." 5:02 pm: I zoom into the parking lot, jump out of the car, run up to the door and knock. The door swings open and there she is...my coffee angel; coffee in hand with a smile. I know she is trying to get out of there. I grab the coffee, shove some money with a good tip into her hand. "Thank you so much. I'll write about it." I yell back. It's taken me a couple of weeks but herein lies my humble expression of gratitude to Kyra, the one who had the where with all to stop and ask herself: Who's in charge here, the clock or my heart? I love everything about RoosRoast; the music, the art, the bulletin board, the garden, and especially the relaxed atmosphere that makes you want to stop and have a chat with someone in line or the lovely people who make you really good coffee. Did I mention the really good coffee? All of this run by the renewable energy of the sun. I learned from a young person (I'm 70) in line one day that the buzz word in commerce right now, is "frictionless"; luring us to fly even faster through our precious moments without obstruction. No time to chat or stop and connect. Oh my gosh! If we don't have each other, what else is there? As Ann Arbor drifts away from the townie town it once was, RoosRoast stands defiant; determined to hold space for the slow down, the slow talk, the long pull. I always leave RR happier and more at peace than when I arrived. Thank you Kyra and RoosRoast

You can't go wrong with a tasty breakfast burrito and a soulful cup of coffee from Roos Roast, and…read more enjoy it in one of their many outdoor dining vignettes surrounded their garden oasis is icing on the top. It was a perfect, mildly brisk day to sit outside in front of Roos, mesmerized by their carpet of bright colored zinnias. The deliciously comforting Cheesy P burrito with pork sausage along with a large cup of their bold hot coffee (nothing added so I could really taste the quality of the beans) made for a simple and perfect morning breakfast. I added protein balls to my order to up my protein for day - all clean nutritious ingredients and it tasted like dessert. The folks behind the counter were very friendly, all with big smiles, and patient with my indecisiveness and lack of knowledge with the call number system for order retrieval. I honestly can't wait to go back!

Best breakfast sandwich in the city. No frills just a very good bagel with eggs cooked to…read moreperfection. Even better if you can eat it outside by the fire. Coffee is killer too, great beans and baristas that care about what they're serving. Love this place and will continue to come back.

I came here on a Friday afternoon and it was PACKED! Normally when I go, there are plenty of seats…read moreavailable in the front section. But it was super crowded so I ended sitting in the back section, which was more comfortable because there were less people. We got: - 2 small vanilla lattes with whole milk - pastrami sandwich: I was expecting better bread to be honest, it looked like a cafeteria sandwich in my opinion - large drip coffee It was a good vibe seeing people working and college kids working. The outdoor area was also open since it was a beautiful day out!

Parking is hard. Have to find street parking and it's extra hard in snowy weather (we ended up…read moreparking at the public garage). Inside is tiny but cozy. My glasses instantly fogged up! There is outdoor seating too. We ordered a lemon bar and it surprisingly had a subtle lemon flavor so it's not too sour and it had a good texture. My husband said the coffee was ok. I didn't get to try a latte cause we had an event after but their menu looks good! Service was good too and bathroom was pretty clean.

Best in Ann Arbor -- definitely five stars for a small town spot. It's a small but very friendly…read moreroaster, and I loved the welcoming vibe. We tried a flight featuring their light roast Ethiopia Natural along with a seasonal pumpkin spice latte. The flight had some nice fruity notes -- not the best we've had (body, complexity) , but still enjoyable, and it was great to see this option on the menu. The pumpkin spice latte was a highlight: refreshing, with a strong pumpkin spice flavor that really stood out. Overall, a charming and worthwhile stop if you're in Ann Arbor.

As a lifelong Washtenaw County resident, I am more than familiar with Zingerman's and their family…read moreof businesses. I appreciate the efforts they put into community building and local craft. But none of that is why I'm here... I stopped in on my way to work yesterday to get a cup of coffee and decided I'd better write a review about what I got. Many of the reviews below mention the great coffee that Zingerman's provides. But as a coffee drinker of 30 years, I can confidently say Zingerman's roasts the MOST BITTER coffee I've ever had. I guess it's a product for connoisseurs, but I am a little disappointed they don't have a normal coffee that tastes good. They only have burnt tasting, extraordinarily bitter coffees that make a British IPA beer taste watery. What's up with that? Why no mellow coffee at Zingerman's?? Also, if the cream curdles as soon as I add it to the coffee, I'm grossed out. If I want curds in my coffee, I'll dump some cottage cheese in there. What I prefer is a nice, smooth, creamy cup of drip coffee. There's really nothing better!

Visited this place for a quick breakfast. Their coffee was strong and well balanced. We got nutty…read moremonkey toast and caviar of the south. Both were yummy and filling. Great experience overall. Staff was friendly and patient. Great place to stay and work too.

I was in the area running some errands and looking for a coffee shop when I came across Misfit…read moreSociety. I saw they had a banana foster latte and immediately wanted to try. I went to the first location, right in the heart of U of M and the line was out the door. So I then went to the other location which seemed larger inside with plenty of seating. So I approach the counter and place my order: iced banana foster with peanut butter cold foam (up-charge). Before ordering I did ask if the banana flavor was subtle or more forward tasting and she stated it was subtle so I asked for more banana flavoring as well. When I got the drink - I first noticed the foam was missing - so I asked about this and she said it was because the cold foam frother was broken. So I asked why was I charged for foam if it was broken and she said she forgot and didn't offer a refund or anything and I was running late, so I left. I take a sip in the car and notice that there's absolutely no banana flavor to the drink - it tasted like a basic iced latte with cane syrup. Overall, just disappointed with the service and drink itself lacking flavor and the up charge for something I didn't receive. Maybe this was a one off but I don't I'd return.

New to me coffee spot by campus. Nice lattes and cool vibe inside. Love the snake logo. The barista…read morerecommended the maple spice latte so I tried that and got it with oat milk. Super smooth latte and so delicious! Friendly baristas there and the coffee was very good. Will definitely be back and will try some beans too!

The Yemen coffee was so good! The quality of the latte, for an affordable price compared to other…read moreYemen coffee shops was worth it! The staff were very friendly and helped me decide on a drink. I recommend the Socotra latte if it's your first time as it is their signature drink and reminds me of a gingerbread latte. This is a great place to study or hangout with friends. There's plenty of space and very comfortable seating! There's great history in their art hung and I loved learning more about the culture while I was there too!

My friend and I came here late at night to try the lattes. He ordered the toffee nut latte, and I…read moreordered the pistachio latte. The toffee nut latte was definitely sweeter. It had a rich, warm mix of hazelnut and caramel. The espresso was strong enough to stand out and blended perfectly with the toffee-nut flavor. The pistachio latte was more subtle. It tasted like a classic latte with a gentle, nutty hint of pistachio. Service was great. They brought out our drinks within 10 minutes and were very friendly. The ambiance was also a highlight, with groups of friends and young adults enjoying their Friday night. Great spot to gather with friends after a dinner. Overall: 9 out of 10. Would definitely come back.

Banana bread latte was the best! Honestly the best coffee I've had for the price. Staff was kind…read moreand I didn't have a long wait. I'm coming back forsure

I loved this place the first time (last year), so this one stings a bit. I literally traveled in…read morefrom FL like a croissant-seeking alien, chasing the memory of how good it was... and I come in peace, but I also come for filling. They JUST switched bakers and... yeah, you can tell. The croissants still look incredible, but the filling situation is basically a scavenger hunt across the galaxy. You go in expecting something amazing and get a tiny dot like it's being rationed on a space station. Big pastry, minimal payoff. I feel like I need advanced technology to locate the filling. I honestly struggled with giving this 3 stars because the staff is easily 5 star. They're great. But when you're handed a massive croissant with not even a whole lick of filling, I have to give it a 3. Really hoping they dial this back in, because I know how good this place can be.

I came here with my sister twice in two weeks. The baristas are always so kind!…read more The almond croissant is worth coming here for. They get them from Cannelles, so delicious. The cortado was so good, same for the matcha. We got coconut matchas and i loved them. The vibe of the place is also so nice to do work or just chat with a friend. Super cold the day we went tho, I dont know why.

Gosh I hate giving 2 stars... but I spent over $20 for a latte and a bagel sandwich and both were…read moreCOLD, and it wasn't even busy. So the latte was cold b/c they clearly didn't get the milk warm enough (it was made quickly and didn't sit around, so that's the only possible conclusion). Then I waited for over 20 minutes for my bagel sandwich and even asked what happened to it... and yet, I continued to wait another 5 minutes. When I got it, it was wrapped in foil and COLD. I mean cold. Nothing warm left in it... if this is how it is when it's not busy, what happens when it IS busy? I likely won't return here when I can go to York for a much better experience. So bummed b/c I wanted to have another place to go on Mondays when York is closed. :(

DIVINE! If you like your smoothie with ice chips in it, this is perfect for you. The chocolate…read morechips really add such a great texture. The ice cream is definitely on the creamier and less sweet side, but it makes it feel so good to eat! Guilt free. The store is also a small business so it feels good to support. Definitely check it out.

Fantastic cafe! We stopped in for a pastry and some coffee. We got an iced Lavender Latte, hot…read morespiced oatmilk latte and a pecan sticky bun- everything was delicious! The staff were very friendly and helpful and the service was quick. The prices were standard for A2. Very cute interior with plenty of study spots, as well as areas to chat- both indoor and outdoor seating. They have some fresh food options too. Would highly recommend checking this spot out!

Nate and I have been exploring various coffee shops throughout Ann Arbor. Sometimes it's tough to…read moreget an idea of the vibe just by looking at Yelp, but we got lucky with Cahoots Cafe. We found nearby street parking and we were able to get a spot on a comfy couch that was near a power strip. There isn't a ton of seating so I imagine it can get busy throughout the day. The building is historic and also houses a coworking space which has a lot of really great amenities. The vibe inside the coffee shop is cozy but modern, and I loved the decor. They also had some really great merch - the tote bags were calling my name! I ordered the cardamom fig latte and Nate got a golden milk latte. They do that thing where they just yell out the name of the drink rather than taking your name, but I loved everything else about this place. The cardamom fig latte was unique and definitely tasted of both cardamom and fig. They have bagels and some pastries. I really liked the varied seating (comfy couches/chairs, tables, and bar seating) and plentiful outlets for getting work done. The wifi was fast and consistent. If I lived in the area this would be my go-to coffee shop. It's not the biggest space but it's definitely worth a visit!

Cute coffee shop adjacent to a co-working spot in town with really good coffee but kind of…read moreunderwhelming food options. Most recently I came here for a meeting, ordering a vanilla latte and a sweet potato hand pie to nibble on since I hadn't eaten yet. The description of the latter sounded so good, sweet potatoes with black beans and a few other veggies, wrapped up in flaky pie dough. The filling, however, was mostly pureed, giving it more of a baby food consistency which I didn't love. The flavor was good though but I couldn't get over the mushy texture. The black beans weren't pureed in but were few and far between (I think I maybe counted 2 or 3?). In addition to my hand pie I also ordered a piece of the billionaire's shortbread but they didn't ring it up/prepare it. By the time I realized it (I had to wait for my hand pie to be heated up) it was only a few minutes before close so I didn't bother going back up to the counter to reorder. IDK if they were just in a hurry to close or genuinely didn't hear my order but it was a bummer since it did look great. The vanilla latte, however, was quite good. And for a coffee shop that's most important. And what they lacked in substantial food options they did make up for in fun, seasonal drink specials and a few sweet treats like cookies and the aforementioned shortbread. The space is very cute, as well, and made for a really comfortable meeting location. So overall I did like my visit here. I just won't be rushing back here if I'm feeling peckish. But for a caffeinated pick me up and a nice place to meet or chill, this definitely fits the bill.