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Lyon Street Cafè

4.4 (141 reviews)
ModerateBakeries, Cafes
Open • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Classy
Outdoor seating

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Hangout in the drinking huts!
Jayson D.

Popped in to have a tea and get a little work done. The crew are friendly and helpful--even added a little oomph to make my lavender mint tea bold and strong. Good spot to set up and work for a little while. And the floor to ceiling storefront windows let in lots of light to let you see what you're doing. Lots to love. Support local!

nola and strawberry matcha
Delanie M.

Lyon street cafe is a regular spot for us. I love the vegan chia seed pudding and they always have the latest vegan treats from sweet batches. they have drink specials outside of the normal menu which is what I look for at a coffee shop. the strawberry matcha is good but not the best i've had. it's a little bitter for my taste. my partner loves the nola cold brew which is a chicory coffee. he also claims they have the best vanilla latte which is his go to at most places. i'm excited for the fall/winter specials to come. It can get busy inside but despite a long line, the drinks are made relatively quickly. seating can be hard to find on the weekends. in the winter they have the super cute individual a-frame pods outside. We love hitting the trifecta - lyon street cafe, nantucket bakery, and martha's. it's a great place for treats.

Banana Cream Pie Latte and Baklava Latte
Julia G.

The rotating specialty lattes were great! I loved the banana cream pie latte, and the tiramisu one was amazing. My boyfriend thought the baklava latte was just okay. It's a bit pricey for specialty drinks, but the area is nice, and the shop is cute with some outdoor seating, I'd go back!

Outdoor in the summer
Sara M.

Lyon street is the perfect cozy place, we always find our selves coming back here! It's nice that you can pick a pastry up from next door at nantucket and have it at lyon street. During the winter the chalets make for a romantic day date. And int he summer the few tables they have outside on the sidewalk are amazing too.

Olivia A.

First time going to Lyon Street Cafe and we truly enjoyed our time here! It was quite packed but we had been warned of this in advance and I just assumed it must be good if this many people are here and waiting in line. :) The long line went pretty fast thankfully and we were able to order a mocha latte and the special baklava latte. There was a moment we did feel out of place waiting for our drinks but it was just a busy day. Our name was called and we both loved our drinks. The mocha was incredibly smooth and I loved the nutty flavors in the baklava latte. So good! Besides the coffee being good and the people being so kind to us there, this coffee shop is gorgeous and has a lot of simple white and black everywhere. The aesthetic is on point! Definitely looking forward to coming here more and trying more items :)

Megan V.

Neat spot! Loved the cute & cozy vibes. Relatively fast service for a busy Saturday morning. Has a small parking lot near it. Got my typical iced vanilla latte & it was good!

I forgot... but it's the Orange coffee limited time drink!
Aurea J.

I loved the vibes and interior inside. It's fairly small, but it seems quite popular! It's a nice place to take out your laptop to work or just chill for a bit. The service was quick and efficient!

Seasonal menu
Riley B.

went here today and they had banana matcha! It was sooo good! Highly recommend. They have a seasonal menu which changes periodically and is a fun way to try new things!

Vanilla latte iced
Consuelo R.

Fun, cute, spacious place with great service! I stopped in for the first time and grabbed an iced vanilla latte with almond milk and was surprised at how quickly and kindly the service was even with a packed cafe! The latte was excellent! For someone needing a dairy alternative they offered Oat and Almond. The price was the same in comparison to all other places I have been too.

A Latte - Delicious as it is beautiful
Ron B.

A great place to hang out, comfortable seating, and the bakery right next-door allows for easy additions to your caffeinated beverage. Friendly service and I had a delicious latte. Appreciate the pointer from my local friend, Rob.

Austin G.

After working from literally all of Grand Rapids 4-5 star rated coffee shops in a span of five weeks, Lyn Street Cafe makes top three. Here's why: 1) Coffee: After ordering many lattes from many shops, Lyon Street Cafe's was the best brewed with the right amount of foam, richness and balance. 2) Space: It's simply designed with tables with outlets and strong wifi throughout. 3) Service: Staff were friendly! 4) Location: Just east of downtown and Medical Mile, it's on a street with several other local businesses worth visiting like Martha's Vineyard. If you love coffee and/or need a place to work, head to Lyon Street Cafe. Street parking is nearby.

Miel and matcha latte
Amanda C.

Wonderful service and the most beautiful latte art. Perfectly balanced drinks and a beautiful neighborhood area

Heated area to drink your coffee!
Ashley K.

Stopped in today for the first time with a friend! Service was fast & staff was friendly. We both got the Carmel macchiatos - which were great. The inside was full of people studying/working - ambiance was calm. Such a cute setup outside with little heated huts to enjoy your coffee in! They do have a few food options in the display case as well. Or feel free to grab some bakery items from Nantucket next door & relax!

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the friendly and helpful staff, creative seasonal drinks, and the cozy, bright atmosphere.

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Great coffee latte drinks and drip was actually good. Nice atmosphere and friendly service.

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Staff is always friendly and happy to help with recommendations. Can be very busy at times but well worth the wait

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Try the cafe miel it is one of the best coffee drinks I have ever had. Lyon Street is a great spot with excellent service!

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