I love this concept! A nice, clean, chic coffee spot downtown, with progressive roots and literature all over. We loved our meal (I got the campau and an iced matcha), as well as that the seating was very nice. One thing our party loved was that, despite how many people there were, it was easy to maneuver around to find seating and didn't feel cramped. The service was quick and the staff were very nice. This has to become a regular spot for me. I'm very excited to go again! read more

3.5 Stars really... It was packed both outside and inside on a Sunday afternoon!! We found parking on the street. It was a hot day and I didn't feel any AC inside. It was so hot!! Especially with all those people inside. To make matters worse, they only have ONE bathroom and for all genders to share! The only cool thing is they have a dedicated prayer room. I have never seen that before. The coffee was good but I felt they didn't fill the cup up all the way (my husband got the drinks while I went to the restroom or I would have said something). They had a brownie on display and when I got it to go, it was placed in a Zingerman bag do I guess they get their pastries from there! read more

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Everything is great here: food, service, in a quietly enlightening atmosphere. Couldn't want for anything.

love the oat draft latte! service plus ambiance is amazing! food: 10/10 latte: 10/10 service: 10/10 read more

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Got the avo toast, it was pretty good! Although a little salty but I'm just used to not having salt in my food. The coffee was not bad either. Just made a quick stop on my way to the border. I would probably come back again if I'm ever around the area. There's lots of seating inside and it's nice and quiet to study. read more

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I come in to Kitab at least once a week and absolutely love it. The owners are very kind people who host lots of events for the community, I love the variety of people that come in here, every drink I've ever gotten is delicious, and I meet friends here to hang out because it's such a nice place to be. It gets a little busier during Wayne State University exams but that's okay. Also, because I'm a simple girl and get the same order usually, most of the baristas remember not only my order but my name which feels so nice. Can't recommend enough! read more

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Their coffee is incredible. I'm was addicted to their brown butter pumpkin latte in the fall. Food can be hit or miss. I had a breakfast sandwich on a croissant which was dry as anything. I ordered a bagel next time and it was absolutely loaded with cream cheese New York style--which I loved. Next time I ordered a bagel, I got a mere smear of cream cheese on an otherwise dry bagel. It would be five stars if the food were consistent. read more

Bookstore/coffee shop located in midtown. Great place to study or finish up work on your laptop. There's always students studying when I visit Kitab cafe. Love the vibe & location! Their coffee is delicious. I got their bacon egg and cheese biscuit before & liked everything about it, except for the fact that the bread is always super hard. Even after I tell them to toast the bread it's still not the best. I do recommend this place for coffee though! read more

It was my first time Kitab and I was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere is warm and inviting with ample seating for dining or work. It gives off neighborhood coffee shop vibes, but a bit bigger. I grabbed an iced matcha and the Caniff sandwich. My matcha was tasty and refreshing and was served up quickly. The Caniff was the real show stopper though. The pesto in it is banging. Next time I'm around I'll try something else maybe, but I could see myself being drawn back to that one. Highly recommend Kitab. read more

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Cold December Saturday morning in Detroit, here for work. I am in love with this café. The sandwich was AMAzinnngg, I'm super picky but I eat all things delish ... Order the Egg Pastrami (mine was on sourdough), everything was so fresh and just went together! Then I ordered the cookie butter latte. YUummy . Everyone was super Dope and friendly, provided quality suggestions. I enjoyed that they have free Qurans (English and Spanish), adding it to my spiritual collection. It's pretty busy but a nice amount of sitting, just get there! read more

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Worst Matcha Latte I've ever had the displeasure of drinking and the staff was not very friendly. Will not be back.

Great study spot but can get a bit busy but not too loud. Whoever was in charge of the music has great taste. Large variety of drinks and food :) read more

I always come for the oat milk draft latte - always yummy, so smooth and sweet enough to not need additional sugar! Service is fast, I wish they called by name though as they are so busy and people order the same drinks. Today was my first time grabbing a sandwich, the Gallagher with halal turkey and veggies on an everything bagel. Quite good, and made for a nice quick lunch together with the coffee. Decent amount of seating with tables, but usually full of students and folks camped out with laptops. Small lot parking but plenty of street parking around the corners - pay with the Detroit Parking app! read more

Kitab Cafe - Oct 2024: Oat milk draft latte - $6.50 Gallagher sandwich (no cheese) on everything bagel $11 - Cafes Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The midtown location has made no efforts to keep the alley next to it free from customer parking. This alley provides the only access for 60 residents next door to enter their garage. Do better Kitab. read more

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This cafe is very cute, they offer a lot of options and a lot of unique drinks. I got the cookie butter latte and it was very rich and flavorful. It was a bit hard to find seating in the cafe and it can get a bit loud in here. The service was quick and they offer free parking outside too. read more

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Stopped by Kitab Cafe after hearing about it on Instagram. We ordered the iced chai latte and the brown sugar oat milk latte--both were delicious and perfectly sweetened. I loved how the cafe blended modern decor with the rustic charm of the city. It was bustling, so we ended up mixing and matching seating in a few different spots. Definitely a must-try cafe! read more

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this place was pretty crowded on a friday afternoon. i came to get some work done and got a matcha latte and the campau sandwich. the matcha latte was pretty good and the campau sandwich was delicious, the bread was fresh and it was overall very tasty. this was a pretty solid remote working environment. the only thing i would mention is that sometime around 3pm, i think they must have started cutting onions in the kitchen because my eyes were suddenly watering and it began smelling like onions. that was definitely an experience i've not had before at a cafe or restaurant! read more

I came here back in December with a friend and when I tell yall, I have not stopped thinking about this place! It's a great place to meet a friend or do some work! I ordered their Holbrook sandwich and the Brown Sugar Draft. I loved both. The Brown Sugar Draft... I could drink it everyday! Also, the baristas were very kind! read more

My friends and I came here hearing great things from other friends. Super cozy vibes and we luckily found a cute spot to sit and do work (pictured). My friend ordered a Oat Milk Draft Latte and I had a Chai Latte both of which were yummy. The on tap feature was very cool and unique. The service was decent. I didn't get any food or pastries but I would love to come back and try them! read more

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I came right after it opened for the day & it was pretty empty on a Sunday morning. I drove & saw I could only stay an hour parked but I brought my backpack full of my study supplies but for not even an hour of work, I wasn't happy with. I picked this cafe for the study vibes and ample seating but didn't feel welcome with those signs out front. But it started getting busier at the hour mark anyway. The music was light but good and it was plastered with flyers of events & some good reads on the shelves. The Brown Sugar Oat milk Espresso was 10/10 perfection but the bacon, egg & cheese on a croissant was a 3/10. My croissant & bacon were burnt & the egg was a bit rubbery. read more

I had their matcha latte and chicken sandwich. Both the matcha and the sandwich were pretty good, the inside is also very nicely decorated and it is kept clean. The staff were very helpful and kind. read more

Kitab Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I was excited to hear when Kitab Cafe opened in Detroit, as I have visited the Hamtramck location. It's located in a very cute area of Detroit with a lot of walkable sites, so I thought it was a great stop to grab a latte to walk around and visit other local businesses. There also a nice selection of books to peruse, and it's a nice interior, but definitely fills up in terms of available seating so you may have to wait for a table if you are looking to enjoy your coffee there. read more

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really cute spot with outdoor seating! great for stuying. their cookie butter latte is to die for! read more

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Awesome owners, great coffee . Would definitely recommend checking this new place out. read more

Kitab Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

such a great experience at kitab cafe!! i got the honey cinnamon iced matcha and i loved it!! the atmosphere was fun and spacious and the service was fast!! read more

Homemade syrups made all the difference in what was one of the best iced vanilla lattes I've ever had.

Very fresh, excellent light sandwich. Perfect for lunch. The place is halal and very nicely decorated on inside. Plenty of seats. The service was excellent as well. I would definitely go back. I think the aioli in buffalo chicken was slightly over powering, loved the spice though and a little too much mayonnaise in the turkey sandwich read more

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This cafe is so popular! Very cute with lots of seats that surprisingly get full more often than not. Tried their grandmas golden tea twice and love it each time. It tastes like a cider mixed with a lemonade with less citrus. Great light iced drink for the hot weather 9/10. Ordered the breakfast sandwich croissant loved the flaky croissant and the melted cheese 10/10 read more

Kitab Cafe - Grandmas golden tea and breakfast sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

This cafe is their 2nd location in midtown. Mostly college students here given proximity to campus. The menu is identical to their Hamtramck location. They serve La Colombe coffee and their pastries are from Zingerman's in Ann Arbor. The oatmilk draft latte is my go-to. It is so creamy and frothy. I recommend adding a bit of simple syrup if you like more sweet drinks. Their sandwiches are all really tasty and fresh. The Holbrook sandwich is my favorite and has a bit of a kick to it. I appreciate how you can choose the type of bread for the sandwiches. The space inside has plenty of seating and feels bright. read more

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I love their brown sugar oat milk latte, they are super fast and it's a great place to study either inside or outside

What a cute coffee shop! It's so bright inside and they have lots of indoor and outdoor options. I also love their collection of art of books for sale. We got two of the oat milk lattes, one brown sugar and the other the lavender draft. If you want something not as sweet as a traditional latte, the drafts are a great option! The staff here are very friendly and it was nice to see it so busy since this business has great values. read more

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A great addition to the midtown neighborhood, replacing a beloved institution. Great coffee selections, warm and inviting interior that makes a better use of the space than Avalon did. Feels like a place where you could spend an afternoon reading or catching up with a friend. The later hours are a big plus, too. read more

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Lovely ambience! Lots of room to study or work. Excellent coffee and tea. Friendly service staff. Into it! read more

Kitab Cafe - Cold brew with oat milk saving my life - Cafes Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Service is like 7.5/10, drinks are AMAZING - one of the best coffee shops in Detroit tbh. Good place to work, and it has a nice ambiance and vibe. read more

Always a great place to go after DETROIT MUSLIM RUNNING CLUB (DMRC)! Amazing service and the food always hits! read more

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The place is ok, but it's what you'd expect from a coffee shop catering to students. The coffee quality is subpar, the service was mediocre, and they charged me to remake my drink that they made incorrectly in the first place. So I basically paid double for my beverage. So many other better options in the area. read more

One of my absolute favorite coffee shops because they carry La Colombe! The oatmilk draft latte will forever be my favorite. I can't get enough. The interior is absolutely adorable- the concept is a cafe/bookstore hybrid. During my last visit, I had what I think was a brioche toast coated in an orange blossom syrup- it was perfect with my draft latte. I'm slowly making my way through their pastries but they do rotate items quite frequently. The staff are always super helpful and accommodating. read more

This cafe is amazing! I highly recommend trying the draft lattes, they are delicious. I've had a breakfast sandwich from here as well and it was 10/10. It's always busy in here but the line moves very quickly read more

Atmosphere: 5/5!!! Trendy but quiet music playing, a lot of seating available for groups or solo coffee drinkers. Even books available to read and buy! I absolutely loved the vibe of this coffee shop. TLDR: Come for the coffee and atmosphere! Eat beforehand. As for the drinks and food, I've become a bit of a coffee and bagel snob... so if that's not you then this may not apply. That's why I've only decided to deduct one star from this... I'm definitely being picky. I ordered a cappuccino and an everything bagel with cream cheese. I found the cappuccino to be the driest I've ever had... seriously unsure how they even managed get that much foam in my cup. I did not specify at all with the barista, so I don't want to fault them for this. I found the espresso to be delightful. They serve La Colombe coffee- very enjoyable taste. As for the bagel.... this is where my star deduction comes. I need to go back and ask where these bagels are coming from; if they said out the freezer from Kroger I would not be surprised. It was served as a sandwich and basically flattened together. I don't know... call me spoiled... but if I wanted a bagel that tasted this way I'd buy a pack of them out the freezer at a grocery store. read more

I have been here (both Midtown and Hamtramck locations) multiple times, both for regular business hours and events hosted after-hours. Absolutely wonderful staff, owners, and atmosphere. If you are a reader, their selection of books is always incredible. If you're looking to be around fascinating people, you'll find them here. If you're looking for a comfortable place to work for a few hours, this is your spot. read more