Unique and interesting vibe. I love it when owners transform a home into a business and make it funky and cozy. This review is solely on my experience and not the integrity of the bagel itself. I was fascinated when a colleague recommended this place in Rockford for breakfast and I had no idea what to expect when I pulled up to an old home. When I walked in, I was greeted with delicious coffee aromas being ground while people were buying pounds of fresh ground beans. I was confused about the ordering process, but friendly customers explained the procedure. First, you get in line and pick your drink and order a customizable bagel. I picked a sandwich because I was hungry, so I opted for a full on sandwich. I chose an onion bagel with house-made smoked and sliced roast beef, egg, pepper Jack cheese, horseradish sauce, onion, tomato, and lettuce. Yum! The bagels are homemade and on the smaller side so I was able to scarf down the whole sandwich whilst enjoying a large NOLA coffee brew. All of this came to under $10. A great value and interesting experience. After, ordering you can find a seat and they come find you to come back to the counter to pay. You only pay when your food is ready. Then its cafe seat yourself territory. They also have random items for sale and interesting curiosities hidden in the nooks and crannies of this space. Certainly worth a visit based on vibes and price point alone. the food did not disappoint. Smoked meats for the win! read more

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Beat coffee roaster in West Michigan , we drink their coffee everyday , house blend , special blend , chocolate almond, and French vanilla toasts just to name a few . Always some seasonal roasts too plus a confectionery and bakery . All meats cooked on the egg , take and bake meals too , burritos and shellfish pie ! There's a grilling section featuring spices as well as green egg accessories. It's so many things that we find ourselves going often even for a bagel or bagel dog ( good enough for Ginger Zee to serve at her wedding ) if you haven't been you need to go ! read more

The hype is real. I love this quaint and homey spot that is a Rockford favorite. The bagels are my favorite and especially with the spinach and dill cream cheese. Don't miss the baked goods either, I love the homemade granola bar and can't wait to try a cinnamon roll. Staff is so friendly. A very unique spot that checks all the boxes for coffee and deli. read more

Very home-y and cute! I got a 16oz Irish cream cold brew. Very affordable and fills the cup right to the top! Also, a lot of flavoring! They had a TOM of coffee flavoring options! Many workers there to guide you along to how their lines work! read more

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The bagel dog was fabulous!! The Heather Sammy was also delicious. Save room for coffee and a dessert. read more

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Discovering Herman's Boy was a huge surprise for us. Always on the search for an exceptional bagel, we were not let down. I've struggled with how to describe Herman's Boy. A large part of their business is coffee. They have what seems too be dozens of varieties of beans to buy and serve a small sampling when you eat there. It's not only coffee. As I explored the restaurant/store, I found an impressive display of BBQ grills smokers, Green Eggs, rubs, sauces and accessories. We came however for the bagels. Maybe not the biggest variety of flavors but absolutely and unequivocally one of the best bagels I've had in Michigan thus far. Herman's Boy boils the bagels before baking. This gives them their unique texture and "pop" when you take a bite. My opinion only-most bagels I've had locally are nothing more than a flavored dinner roll with a hole in the center. These were not. Taste was magnificent. Creme cheese is thick and not easily spreadable-the way it should be. I like my bagels well toasted but not burnt. Again-perfect. There is ample seating in what seems to be an old home converted to a business. In nice weather, you can enjoy comfortable outdoor seating as well. We enjoy our bagels inside and finish our drinks outside. Staff is responsive and friendly. Beyond the great bagels, we really enjoyed our visit here. read more

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I'm usually not that into bagels, but was encouraged by a friend to come here for coffee and some breakfast. Wow! I got the bagel dog with German mustard, and the dog has a great flavor that leans toward sausage, and the bagel was SO good! Absolutely the right kind of tender and chewy and flavorful The latte is strong and delicious. Also, they sell a lot of kitchen gadgets and Big Green Egg supplies, so that was also a fun surprise. I heard they roast their own turkey, which others in line said is phenomenal...maybe next time. read more

Herman's boy is just such a fun stop. Wonderful products, wonderful people we love their coffee. We love their sandwiches. We love their chocolates. We love their people. Something new to see every time I visit so welcoming and down-home Food feeling. read more

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Went in this afternoon for the first time, was waiting in line and a couple young men walked up to the second register to order. I mentioned I was waiting and asked if I could order and the girl just said no. I walked out and will never spend a dime here. read more

Absolute vest for fresh roasted coffee and every othe in-house sandwiches and food. I am a customer for over 10 years and cannot say enough good things about them read more

We buy all of our flavored decaf coffee here and the selections are many. Today we decided to stay for lunch and what a great decision! The prices are half that of other bagel places and so delicious. We ordered one with roast beef and cheddar which had lovely fresh beef and was the favorite at $4. The rye knot came on a rye bagel with turkey pastrami and Swiss also $4. The bagel dog is a must try for $3 and any condiments you wish. It's a cozy fun atmosphere. The food is ordered at the counter. It's our new favorite lunch spot! read more

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I love the ambiance of a true coffee shop run by three generations of Family. Excellent choices of coffee, beans, or ground, as well as a variety of bagels with spreads or sandwiches. There are many places to sit in the old farm house to enjoy your coffee and bagel. They also make gift boxes for the holidays. read more

When I think about going to a coffee shop, I think about going somewhere to relax. This coffee shop is extremely uncomfortable to go to as a non-regular that isn't familiar with how it works. Apparently you have to wait in line inside the rope and then after you're done ordering you move to the back, which was not told to me after I ordered my coffee ; I accidentally bumped into the woman behind me with her two children because of this. It's just very hectic trying to maneuver yourself in there and is not relaxing at all. You can tell that a lot of the people who work there are very very young and don't seem to have a lot of experience. The mocha I ordered is fine. For a small mocha latte it only cost me $4.77 but maybe it's worth increasing the prices if the service and quality can improve as well. I also recommend a different process for how people order and get whatever they ordered. It's weird that you only pay after you receive what you order. It just adds to the chaos in there. Maybe have a mobile service system where you can get texted when your coffee is ready? This way you can wait outside and then come inside when you're ready. It's just way too crowded and uncomfortable in there. This place is clearly very popular for the regulars. If you want to make it more comfortable for newcomers, I would make some changes. read more

The staff is very friendly and helpful, and the store is cute. The coffee, however, is terrible. I ordered the iced coffee and it tasted nothing like coffee, only syrup. I asked for some to be taken out and coffee added, the staff member was very sweet and did so, but it still had 0% coffee taste. read more

What an adorable place that fulfills your every whim. Coffee candy bagels lunch items spices and grilling equipment. There was so much to choose from and all of it looks so good. My sister and I got butterscotch coffee. Omg what a treat. We split a Turkey pastrami on rye bagel. Lip smacking delicious and I bought some fudge for my mama. I will be back when I go back to Michigan. It's a fun place to visit read more

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Herman's Boy is a longtime Rockford staple with a very homey feel. While homey, I didn't feel that comfortable or welcomed when I stopped in with some friends to order some breakfast to enjoy downtown. The ordering situation is wild and especially more so in COVID times. The space is pretty small where you have to order so watch for the markers on the floor. The menu was a little overwhelming and I never really like having to read off a chalkboard when it's crowded and busy. I should've asked for a printed menu. I ordered a bagel sandwich with bacon, egg, and cheese, but the menu was written in such a way that it made me think I needed to pay extra to get it with egg...? I'm still not sure. If you have anxiety around ordering this might not be the place for you! Then you can choose from a long list of spreads, I chose honey mustard. I went to pay, but apparently you don't pay until your order is made? Also confusing. Then you have to juggle your order (bags, coffees, etc.) while trying to get your payment out. It was a little chaotic! But we finally got our food and made our way to the dam to eat. The bagel sandwich was very good and the bagel was huge! It wasn't my favorite bagel sandwich ever but it was a nice satisfying portion for my boyfriend and I to share. Herman's Boy is known for their hot dogs wrapped in bagels, which is definitely something I'm interested in trying. I think next time I'd order ahead on the phone and get it to go. There is limited outdoor seating on the premises so I'd recommend going at an off peak time or planning on making it a picnic. The housewares and kitchen items for sale are fun to look at while you wait for your food! read more

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Herman's Boy is a Rockford staple and for good reason. They have a large menu and great pastries, sandwiches and more. I got a parmesan bagel with cream cheese and was expecting more, but it's still really good! I also got a mocha with carmel and it's definitely super sweet but still good. They've got fresh pasties, kitchenware, plenty of seating, and more. such a fun hometown vibe!! read more

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Overrated. Maybe we just came on a bad day but the food wasn't very good. The setup is very disorganized and the staff were rude. I would recommend going downtown Rockford to some other places for breakfast and coffee. read more

This place is worth a pleasant drive from Grand Rapids. If you are on your way up north or looking to get out of the city and explore the west Michigan area you owe it to yourself to make a drive to Rockford. This historic town on the rogue River which runs into the grand River is very picturesque. This is an iconic part of Rockford visiting this restaurant and coffee house. It is a little hard to fine so please use GPS it is not in the main downtown area it's slightly outside of town to the north. I always go there for the very unique single source coffees and specialty coffee blend. Their whole bean coffee's are amazing in roasted right there on site. When you walk in the door the smell in aroma of fresh roasted coffee beans hit you in the face. The smells are free. The price of everything is going up and coffee is no exception. But think about it if you buy Starbucks by the glass or ground coffee at the grocery store you are paying a mint for it. Pounds of coffee here range from $10-$12 a pound. If you buy 5 pounds you get 10% off. I think that the lady forgot to give me my 10% off when I bought 5 pounds of coffee when I was in there last. I always like to get some holiday flavored coffee's that are decaffeinated for entertaining. I usually like black non-flavored coffee with great beans but they have some interesting holiday flavors. read more

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We stopped here on the way to get our Christmas tree and grabbed some sandwiches to eat in the car - my Rye Not? Turkey pastrami on a rye bagel was delicious, I'd highly recommend it. My husband ordered a turkey sandwich with mustard on an onion bagel. My son loved his bagel dog and I got a refreshing Very Berry Italian soda to drink. read more

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Let's talk about Herman's Boy. Herman's Boy is a quaint coffee shop that is just a short walk from downtown Rockford. BUT. Not only are they a coffee shop, they are a coffee roaster, a deli, a smokehouse, a bakery, and a candy/fudge shop all in one! Known for their famous bagel dogs and fantastic bagel breakfast sandwiches, Herman's Boy is a Rockford tradition for many who grew up around here. While you're here, enjoy your favorite coffee shop drink, browse their selection of kitchen gadgets, and grab some homemade fudge, and a bag of coffee or tea to brew at home! read more

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We finally tried Herman's Boy recently and LOVE IT! everything that we've ordered has been amazing quality & taste! Just a heads up if it's your first time - once you've ordered at the counter, step away (without paying) and the person helping you will make all your food & drink then they will motion for you to come back up to the counter to pay. read more

What a cool place! It was busy, but I think work the wait. They have a very cool selection of stuff. I bought a mug, coffee, and breakfast sandwiches. We loved it, and is a place we plan to bring non Michiganders to so they can see what cool places Rockford has to offer! read more

Coffee is wonderful and the treats are delicious. The inside is a bit confusing and can feel tight, depending on the day and time. Overall it's a wonderful, local, small business I love to support. read more

Update: We now often frequent here for breakfast to grab a specialty breakfast sandwich some of their wonderful coffee's yummy chocolates or handcrafted sandwiches and loose leaf teas. This place is always super busy especially in the mornings and more so during the summer than winter. Despite being jam-packed, the food service is always great and it seems as though we never have to wait more than 5 to 10 minutes to get our food order. No matter how busy they are the order is always correct and the staff is always friendly. Love stopping in for their premade deli stuff as well. Recommend for any local foodie or traveler on the road. This place has made me a fan of Rockford and has helped me to enjoy the cute little town and bike trails, as well as the friendly folks and yummy eats. read more

This is my go-to place for breakfast whenever I meet with friends. The ultimate bagel with dill cream cheese is EVERYTHING!!!!

Great selection of coffee and food. Worth a stop to try out for yourself. Coffee is the best part, food is still quality, but not over the top. read more

This is a timeless spot for tasty coffee, fresh bagels, and other goodies like nuts and candy. Their bagel sandwiches are always made with the freshest ingredients, too. read more

If you come to Rockford for anything you must stop here. They have every flavor of coffee you've every imagined. It's fresh and ready to be taken home freshly grounded or by the whole bean. Their deli is wonderful. Smoked meat, ribs every week, variety of cheese and deli meat. You can order bagel sandwiches for 2.50!! They have fresh bagels everyday as well as a fresh pastry. My favorite is their sticky buns on Friday and Saturday morning. Many love their giant cinnamon rolls on Sundays. The best thing they have is their famous bagel dog. You must get, it's a hot dog cooked in amazing bagel dough. You won't regret trying it and likely will be obsessed for years to come. read more

Great bagels and coffee in a quaint location. Quick service for as busy as they were. If we were local, I think we'd go here often. The place looked like it was full of regulars and I can see why. read more

Fabulous place! Love the food and choices. Lines and efficiency could improve, but worth the wait. Great hometown feel.

Good food and service The staff was kind and quick to take my order and the food was awesome. The decorations were good and there were a lot of choices for food, definitely coming back here. read more

Great bagels and coffee! Ambiance is cozy and service is great! We will keep coming back!

Great place for sweets and coffee after church. The gathering spot is great to socialize with friends and family.

Great place for bulk coffee. The atmosphere is early 1900s charm. They serve sandwiches too! Friendly but long lines can become a bit confusing. I still love the place for their fantastic coffee! read more

I love the smell of the coffee beans when you walk in. So many choices for coffee and all are delicious. The snacks and fudge are all good to eat or give as gifts. Customer service at the coffee bean counter could be more friendly. read more

Love the hot coco. Yes the lines can be long but not too long of a wait. Love the smell when I come into the store!!

Great local spot. Delish food and great coffee. It can be super busy though so keep that in mind

The BEST hidden gem in Rockford. Will be going all the time from now on. There isn't another place like it around the area either!

We love this place. Very good coffee and bagels. The cinnamon rolls are also very good. You can't beat the prices.