I love coffee shops, so I always get excited when I can try a new to me spot, like The Borough. I…read moredon't get to Allendale very often (maybe twice a year) so when I was heading to Grand Valley's campus for an event recently, I made sure to allow extra time to stop by. The parking lot in front is pretty small, and there is only one access point, so if you go past it, you'll have to turn around near the apartments behind it. Don't drive on the sidewalk... I didn't, mostly because there is a sign that says, "This is a sidewalk" which made me laugh. (Truly that should be an entrance into the parking lot!) The space is very bright and airy with cute decor and space to get some work or studying done. I was greeted right away when I walked in and I had a tough time deciding what to order. I wasn't hungry, but I love that they have a full on food menu - including salads, burgers(!!!), bagels, toasts, paninis, pastries, etc. Plus all the regular coffee items, boba, smoothies, and teas. I went with one of the seasonal specials, the banana bread matcha. It didn't take too long to come out and it was very tasty - not really what I was expecting, but I liked it. It reminded me of a very green banana (which is how I prefer bananas), it wasn't super sweet but also not super matcha-y. They are expanding their space, so I am interested in coming back to see what that looks like and to order more delicious drinks and try the food!

We tried The Borough for the first time with the family. This restaurant/ cafe is off of 48th…read morenestled amongst the GVSU apartments. The vibe is welcoming. We appreciated the kid friendly array of games and etch-a-sketch for entertainment. The menu is fun, but you need to search for prices. We ordered fries, a plain smashburger, a panini, and two sodas for around $31. Tipping is optional and the space is bright, playing dream pop tunes and filled with young 20 somethings. The food was good enough. My panini was well grilled, but the tomatoes would have been next level had they been marinated in balsamic vinegar. Winter is tough to find tasty tomatoes so I don't fault them on it... however the tomatoes were the let down of the Turkey PT 3 panini. The smashburger was sufficient. My husband said it tasted on par with Burger King (not sure if that's a compliment or a diss because we love BK). He was disappointed with the fries because earlier pictures portrayed them as hand cut and these were definitely from frozen. Either way, we cleaned our plates. If we come back, I'd be curious to try their breakfast. The açaí bowls look delicious along with the lox bagel and Seoul sunrise. They also have boba drinks, smoothies, coffees, and teas. Glad to have something with chill vibes in the neighborhood, but I definitely feel like the oldest person in the establishment. perhaps I contributed to the aging hipster vibe. We'll be back someday in the morning

Exceptional service! I absolutely loved visiting this coffee shop! It is perfectly located in Terra…read moreSquare and has a drive thru! Very convenient. The inside is cute and welcoming. The staff were helpful and friendly. Their menu has some great options and they even have a holiday menu! I ordered an almond milk latte and it was so good! Prices are very much inline with other local shops I have visited. I will definitely be back. They have great parking but also offer a drive thru option which is placed between the to buildings so pay attention or you might miss it. They take credit card and cash.

What a cute place. We try to find different independent coffee shops when we have time. This place…read morewas new and didn't disappoint. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The place was so busy but they kept a great attitude! I had a brown sugar latte, it was delicious and not overly sweet I absolutely love the monthly missions!!

Coffee shop by day.... brewery by night…read more My family and were looking for a coffee shop on the morning of July 4th, and Quadrum was that place! Liam was an excellent barista. He took the time to make sure he was getting every order correct, demonstrating his attention to detail; something you want out of a barista! The shop was cozy, easily accommodating my party. Most importantly, the coffee was fantastic!! Everybody enjoyed their brews/lattes, and we all raved about how we WILL be back! I recommend everyone to try this sweet cafe!

Good coffee and cute ambiance on the side of the bar! The coffee was pretty affordable compared to…read moreother coffee shops. Fast service, though a smaller cafe seating area.

Community oriented, welcoming, and warm. The drinks are great and their staff is always friendly! I…read morelove their market and music events!

2026 Update: Over seven years later Littlefoot is rocking it with some of the best coffee in GR…read more Thoroughly enjoyed a fresh brewed cup of their Up-north seasonal blend in the recently added café. Totally looking forward to sipping fresh roasted Acetenago Guatemalan at home. If you haven't ever been here, or if it's been a while, come back and pay them a visit. 2019: There is a new toaster in greater GR (Grandville) that I highly recommend giving a try. The Aricha Ethiopian Yirggacheffe was one of, if not the best, coffee that I've brewed at home. The Ecuadorian Finca Lugmapata was good as well. Both were excellent quality coffees that were roasted to perfection. The coffeegood value and available for purchase online.

An independently owned cafe located in Hudsonville off of 28th Ave. it's been around awhile and…read moreknown for their coffee, muffins and sandwiches. I stopped in about a month ago for a healthy breakfast option and enjoyed my cappuccino with cappuccino chip muffin, a bit of fruit garnish and the Signature quiche (basically an assortment of ham and veggies baked in egg with a crust). It tasted like they made it and like it hadn't been frozen and reheated like some establishments in the area. Everything tasted fine and I noted that it was well supported by the local community. Ample free parking out front and reasonable prices for a cafe. Very Hudsonville vibes, but it sufficed and I would eat here again.

The service is always friendly and the food delicious. Signatures has been a favorite spot to meet…read morefriends for years.

Incredible cafe with an even better mission. A local business I am proud to support…read more We had our wedding shower here and they were an amazing host. Will likely use them again if I have any more shower needs. Pricing is fair and staff are friendly. Great spot to meet with a friend for coffee. They have some food options available along with coffee and tea. They also sell cute merch!

Nobody can ever give Maggie's less than a five star review!!! The smiles you get every time you…read morewalk in will make even the worst service or coffee the best. BUT you're getting smiles along with AMAZING service and even better coffee! Make it a regular stop!

Awesome coffee shop! I love that your drinks are made then put in a can, it so fun!…read more The staff was extremely nice and it was a cool place to hang out. The bathroom was clean and there was plenty of seating. Loved it!

Excellent coffee at this beautiful local shop. Stopped here for a to-go order, and enjoyed a quick…read moresit-down at the counter side bar area. High caliber coffee and ingredients. The staff are friendly hand helpful. Nice selection of indoor and outdoor seating. Highly recommend!

Excellent ice cream lots of flavor choices. This is a must stop when I'm in town…read more Large outdoor seating area very clean

Husband got the blueberry sundae with fresh blueberries delicious and I got the unicorn ice cream…read morenachos! The nachos were waffley and crispy and the ice cream was so fun. There was marshmallows and sprinkles and the ice cream was all different colors. I loved it brought the child out in me.

Food was great but what really made my experience amazing was the staff! My bartender Peach brought…read morean energy that lifted my spirits and had me cracking up by the end of my visit! I will definitely be back soon!!

The food and service were great. Also, I loved the online waitlist function. Tasty looking pastries.read more