Hostile? Don't go here unless you want attitude that borders on contempt for customers. 2 people manning the counter. A spoon for my coffee? Eyeroll. "We don't have any." Lukewarm coffee? "Oh, it will take at least 10 minutes to brew." Incredulous attitude. When I check back, I could hear the muttering. I am reluctant to write this because the owner of Sic Transit and the entire crew at the bike shop are good friends. I've known them for years and everyone who works at the shop are awesome. I don't know why Joe is hiring people like these 2, alienating everyone, but this was the second time I gave the place a try. Same. Never going back. I might get bitten next time. read more

Good spot, great service, lots of seating. I got an Iced Salted Maple Latte that wasn't great, no flavor to it but the House Iced Tea was really good. I love how much seating there is both inside and out. There's dine in and carry out options (less waste for dining in!) Parking is difficult but other reviews have tons of tips on how to find a spot. Clean interior, friendly and quick service, overall would return! read more

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This is the closest coffee shop other than Songbird Cafe to the UM and VA hospitals so I often find myself taking a quick trip over here to get some good coffee. One of their seasonal specials was the salted maple cappuccino and I craved that drink- had to get it at least once a week. It was spot on. Also being mostly gluten free as a gluten sensitive girlie, they have the best gf chocolate chip cookie I have found so far in Ann Arbor. I probably should find out which bakery it's from, but regardless you will not be disappointed. I also did share a cruffin the other day when my mom was in town and it was very good. I love the patio and lights outside as well. Lots of seating too. And the barista was so nice the other day I forgot to say to-go and she happily put my latte in a cup. read more

Lowertown Bar & Cafe - Cruffin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Fantastic cafe and bar by U of M Hospitals and the Kellogg Eye Center. There's a great outdoor patio in the back too with lots of room. If you're a townie I think parking is pretty easy to figure out. If you're visiting check out https://lowertowna2.com/parking on their website to see where to park. read more

Amazing ambiance: I could sit here all day and I think some people do! The inside feels clean and modern but still cozy and personable. The space outside is livelier but still has heart. They've been playing all the World Cup games and you can either watch with sound in the rowdy crowd outside or inside with the tranquil crowd -- I've done both and loved both. Against that backdrop, the coffee is consistently good. I've had both a regular latte and a chai latte and they both hit it out of the park. I appreciate the assortment of pastries they have on hand, too. Some are better than others but there's always something new to try. The baristas here are freaky fast and I've never had to wait, like, at all for a drink. Now that there are additional QR codes on the tables (not a requirement to order, just a convenience if you don't want to get up) I'm sure it'll be even speedier. read more

This is such a cute coffee shop (that converts to a bar later in the day!) on the northside of Ann Arbor, right off of Plymouth road and in the mix near Kellogg Eye Center/Argo Park, it's in a really prime location. Parking is tough here since it's right off the main road and they don't have their own parking lot. You just have to circle around the side streets of the nearby neighborhoods and snag a parking spot somewhere there. But there should be a decent amount of options and just a small walk on over to the shop afterwards. Lowertown is a great place to go with friends on a good weather day, while you're waiting for your brunch spot at Northside Grill, or just even come here for a yummy brunch! They serve both food and drinks and both are phenomenal. The food is unique, the space is so bright and inviting, and it's my go-to for remote working whenever I'm in Ann Arbor and especially don't want to pay for parking and get some proper work done. The vibes are perfect for that during the day and you're out of the chaos of proper campus or downtown Ann Arbor to really get stuff done! read more

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I have had two reviews and raising from 2 to 4. When I get out to walk I will stop by for a coffee or just to take a break at outside seating. It appears they have staying power. Coffee is still not to my liking. Though the pour over yet to try which cost about $7 compared to drip at $3.50. Good crowd inside and outside studying and using free wi-fi. The service today was good. The coffee so so. The ambiance for a beautiful September and sitting outside is great. The bus stop off of Moore and Traver is convient to use. read more

The service was kind and fast. I really enjoyed my vanilla latte and will be having more of them. I can't believe it is my first time stopping in. I love the hanging plants and option for indoor and outdoor seating. Definitely a must try coffee shop. read more

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Have never been here but stopped in for a drink after I was out at an event. They have a cool modern space and specialty cocktails as well as classics and NA. They also have coffee during the day. Everyone was friendly and the drink I got was good! The only downside is parking: couldn't figure out where to park and the only information was on the door of the business which isn't super helpful if you're driving. We ended up parking on the street across the street by Kellogg. read more

Lowertown Bar & Cafe - Gin martini and spicy margarita - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Came here on a Sunday afternoon and it was packed with seemingly students. I just wanted a quick drink so I ordered an iced chai with skim, but they said they only had whole and oat milk (weird?). Not sure if they make the chai or it's from somewhere but it was sweet and bland, and the oat milk combo was not good. I would not order this again; it just tasted bizarre. I'll continue going to Roos for their bomb chai. I figure this place has decent cocktails and coffee, but my experience there today was just not it. read more

Lowertown Bar & Cafe - Iced chai w oat milk (skim was not an option???) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Super cute spot for some remote work! Classic options for coffee drinks, chai, and matcha, with oat milk as an option for non-dairy folks. A small assortment of sweet and savory pastries as well. I tried their matcha latte with oat milk, which was great. Good quality matcha and the option to not add sweetener, which I appreciated. Also tried a savory spinach, goat cheese, and zataar pastry and it was very tasty! I imagine would be even better a little warmed up :). Wi-Fi is available until 5pm, to help transition the daytime cafe to an evening bar. Cool concept, with switchover to cocktails, mocktails, and other evening beverages later in the day. Interior is bright and comfortable, with plenty of plugs for students or remote workers. They also have a cute outdoor space with plenty of additional seating, some of which is shaded. Parking during the day may be a little tricky as there isn't a dedicated lot onsite. There's a lot across the street that is free after 5pm and all day on the weekends. Do not park in Northside Grill's lot. I ended up street parking a short walk away, but be aware that many streets in the area have time limits. read more

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Glad to see another cafe open up in Ann Arbor, so I knew I had to check it out while I was visiting. One of the few great things about Lowertown is that it opens pretty late (but it's also a bar). My friends and I went earlier in the afternoon (before their one hour closing break from 3-4 PM) this past Tuesday and the vibes were of your typical cafe -- friendly baristas, comfortable spaces and seating to study or hang out with friends. I'm not sure if this is the same ambiance when it's later in the evening and more of a bar kind of vibe. Lowertown gets their coffee beans from Hyperion, which is one of the best Ann Arbor roasters. They also have a small selection of pastries for sale if you want something to complement your drink. Their coffee selection is on the smaller side, but they have all your basic espresso-based drinks (cappuccino, latte -- vanilla & mocha) along with some black coffee (drip & cold brew). I tried an oat milk cappuccino (+0.50 for oat milk) and that was not bad. The espresso notes mixed with the oat milk had a more acidic after taste, which is not my preference. One of my friends got a dirty chai (chai is 5.50 and adding espresso shot was extra) which ended up being closer to 8.00. The chai flavors really shined through and it's on the sweeter side without a strong coffee flavor. The drink was on the smaller side, so probably not worth it. Another friend got an iced vanilla latte which was pretty sweet and he enjoyed it (the espresso flavor was obvious, too). Overall, great new coffee shop that you should check out. The drinks are not bad but the interior is fantastic. I really like the sage green and white walls lined with white oak furniture aesthetic. If I was still a student, I'd definitely spend a lot of my time here studying. read more

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Love the place! Great neighborhood spot. Amazing drinks (morning and evening)! Fun people and ambiance!

I want to love Lowertown but I'm not quite there yet with them. I first went on an evening for cocktails. I liked ordering on the qr code and the service when our drinks came was great! They were attentive and made sure we had a great experience. We really liked our cocktails. I will say, the vibe of the patio felt like a little mismatched for a nice cocktails moment. When I went during the day for coffee it felt like a much better fit ambience wise. The patio felt super chill with people hanging out and coworking. However, the customer service fell short when ordering coffee. It felt like we were bothering the staff by just trying to order. Once I ordered my partner was still deciding on his order and the staff member looked visibly annoyed. There was no line and this just really killed the mood for our experience here. I might check them our again on a nice day to be outside and hope for a better experience read more

Coffee drinks weren't good to me though customer service was good! No suggestions really available and the taste was watery. Got a latte.

Great coffee shop that recently opened up in north Ann Arbor. I discovered it one weekend while biking in the area. There's a large, comfortable outdoor patio and bike rack next to the shop. This shop serves both coffee/tea and alcohol. There were varieties of beers on tap when I visited. I ordered an iced half-caf Americano which was smooth and tasty. Service was fast and friendly. There are also small pastries available if you'd like a bite with your drink. It's a good location for catching up with friends over coffee/tea as well as studying. Will definitely be back! read more

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So excited for lower town bar and cafe to finally open up! Been waiting for a cafe with nice ambience to open up in the area. Very conveniently located, excited to see how the outdoor space will translate during the summer months. The large windows allow for lots of natural light, very spacious tons of space to work! Friendly staff despite the busy soft opening! Looking forward to returning soon for more coffee and evening menus! read more

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I'm a big fan of Lowertown Cafe, especially as someone who spends a lot of time on North Campus. The coffee is great, using Hyperion Coffee beans, and it's a great place to work during the day. At night, Lowertown turns into a bar, and hosts my favorite trivia night. The drinks are reasonably priced, service is good, and it's a fun place to hang out with friends. They're always changing and improving things, like the new pergola on their large outdoor patio. Do be mindful of parking availability, but if you're there on nights or weekends, the large UM parking lot across the street is free to use. read more

Great chill indoor outdoor space. Lots of drink options. Can bring in your own food. Rotating taps. Dogs welcome on outdoor patio

My favorite! The employees actually want to talk to you like a real person, and the management cares to implement customer feedback and listen to/accommodate employees. Parking situation is slightly annoying but I'd choose the spacious patio over a slightly shorter walk to the door. Check it out if you haven't yet! read more

Every time I come in for a hot latte it isn't hot, it's barely warm. So I ask for it extra hot. But still my piss is hotter than this latte. Not trying to be rude but like what am i supposed to ask for if it's wrong every time? It's not like I want it scalding. I just want a hot latte dawg like why do I keep wasting money for something I don't like and have to microwave when I get home read more

When I walked by as Lowertown was being developed I hoped it was going to be a convenient neighborhood place to get a cup of coffee OR a place for a beer. It turned out to be booth!!! Needless to say, my dog and I stop by often and find the service friendly and inviting whether morning or evening. The staff and owners have done a fantastic job of creating a comfy, convenient and inviting place! read more

Folks - they've worked out the kinks! Went back today and was so pleased to see that my previous suggestions had been addressed. They have iced tea! They have cold brew and drip coffee (and the aforementioned iced tea) available after 4pm! They have non-alcoholic drinks that are not just expensive mocktails! Loved the taco truck onsite for the day as well. Well done, Lowertown, can't wait to come back! read more

Great experience! Have been here both during the day for coffee and at night for drinks. Great atmosphere at night on the patio. The service was also very friendly. Great vibes! read more

Whether you're an easy going any-coffee person or a hipster coffee snob who home roasts like me, you'll like Lowertown. It felt like a hybrid garden oasis and speakeasy. I asked for a coffee forward drink, and the barkeep made a delicious and simple shaken espresso on ice. Ambiance great. Rain barrels to water the plants sustainably. Only thing missing are solar panels for sustained espresso pulls. Two snaps up with a frothy shake. read more

Lowertown Bar & Cafe - Nirvana - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Good coffee. Good service. No parking. Nice outdoor patio and indoor seating. Limited food options.

Great coffee shop and coffee. Nice outdoor area. Good service and atmosphere. Recommended.

Bright, airy interior and a pleasant patio. Limited food options at midday. Coffee prices seem a little steep. Very limited parking available on the surrounding streets (don't park in the parking lots around Northside Grill!). read more

No wifi on weekends and after 5pm on weekdays. They told me that only after I have purchased the drinks. No clear signs to indicate the wifi hours for students and working adults who might need to sit at a cafe to complete some work. Service is just okay. Price is quite high for a college town. Good for hanging out with a large group of friends. Have outdoor seating. read more

love, love, love this neighborhood hangout spot. Coffee great, mocha heavenly and wonderful cocktails. Looking forward to food truck season again. read more

EEEP!! The dream neighborhood coffee shop and bar. We have long awaited its opening and have been taking full advantage. We love this spot. Hyperion is the best and their lattes are phenomenal. There's plentiful seating inside and out (dogs are allowed on the patio) offering fire pits, an opening window at the bar and they have a fun selection of board games. The atmosphere is unmatched, so beautiful but not trying too hard. There's a reason this place has been packed with townies recently. My husband and I have loved running into people we know already and meeting new people in this space. Personally, it's fun to watch parents come in with their kids because we get to giggle and dream about the day we may get to walk down with our future little one since it's so perfectly tucked into the neighborhood haha! It's sweet to have a place that doesn't just feel like a way to get a cup of coffee but adds value to where you live. From work to playing cards to just chatting, Lowertown has already been a gift. Not to mention staff is great as well! read more

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Baristas were very welcoming and inviting, the interior is so cozy and simple, and the taste of the coffee really tops it all off! Place is great, and despite recently opening it is so great! Got an iced vanilla latte with oatmilk, and my friend got a mocha! Small sizes but you pay for the quality, drinks were amazing! read more

Lowertown Bar & Cafe - tables and booths - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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I've been here a few different times and the last two times I've been here the service wasn't great. The woman ordering in front of me asked what syrups they had and the guy told her they were on the menu and pointed up (to the menu on the wall). Every question she asked he seemed more annoyed. My group had the same experience and we were afraid to ask any more questions because each response sounded liked we should have known the answer. It's a great spot and awesome outdoor area but they need some help with customer service. read more

Wanted to host a casual birthday party for my friend, so I emailed Lowertown to see if we could reserve a table in advance for a larger group. They not only held a table for us, but had the tables decorated with happy birthday signs before we even got there. Employees were so so sweet to us. 11/10 experience and can't recommend enough. I'll definitely be back! read more

great coffee. loved the atmosphere. comfortable seating. good place to talk, work or read. looking forward to going there when weather is warmer as the outdoor space looks awesome with firepits. read more

incredible new addition to the neighborhood! great for reading and working in the morning, or for going out with friends in the evening. drinks are delicious, coffee is great, staff is super helpful. read more