I work at CMU once a year and often have time before my shift to grab breakfast. I'm familiar with Ponder Coffee from their location in the Health Professions building where I work, but I wanted to check out this downtown location. I loved it! The location is great and I was able to find street parking nearby pretty easily (although it was during CMU's winter break). I got a breakfast burrito with sausage, bacon, cheddar, and potato, and an oat milk latte. The employee taking my order was patient and friendly. The space isn't huge but I was able to get a small high top table near the front window to read and enjoy my breakfast. The latte was very delicious and creamy, and the breakfast burrito was huge! I loved that it came with salsa and sour cream. I definitely could have saved half for later, but it was so good that I smashed the whole thing. The seating wasn't super comfortable, but I was able to hang out for about an hour or so, reading and having a nice warm meal. Loved my visit to this Ponder Coffee and will definitely go back in the future. read more

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Huge fan of Ivy, especially their outdoor dining area, but last night I had a dinner reservation for a group and was told when we arrived it was for Coco Cabana. I've never made a reservation there (or for Varley) but this was the second time they've tried to tell me my reservations were for there. When I make an online reservation, at Ivy's address, there's no option to select Coco Cabana, so I don't know why there has happened multiple times. It seems like they're trying to force people to go to their less popular restaurant, which feels unethical and is very off putting. With this said, the bartender is phenomenal, he makes great cocktails. And the staff have always been very friendly and engaging. read more

Came to have breakfast and coffee with my friend, i came long time ago with my brother and it was even good then. I tried the bacon egg and cheese sandwich on English muffin, her avocado toast looks good and got an iced peppermint mocha with almond milk. Sooo yummmy will come back!! service was fast and food was amazing, love the vibe in here read more

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I'd been to the other Ponder locations around CMU's campus, but I think this one is the best. Even towards the end of their day, the staff was friendly and polite. Plenty of seating, though a little cramped. Menus right by the door for easy access. Bathrooms are located in the back hallway and through a mudroom, which is a little weird but all in all appreciated. It definitely gives off the "small town cafe" vibe. Especially being right there on Broadway, this place likely gets plenty of business, and I would recommend it to others simply due to their diversity in drinks and food. read more

Ponder Coffee - Peppermint hot chocolate and a cherry mocha. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mount Pleasant, Michigan

When Ponder opened many years ago, it was such a welcome surprise to downtown! I live on the West Coast (Bay area, now Seattle) and would come back to visit my family every summer. There weren't many coffee options (imo) years ago and Ponder was within walking distance from my Mom's house so every morning, my husband and I would walk up and get a pourover. The coffee has always been superb and the quality beyond many we've experienced in bigger cities. Unfortunately, pourovers are no longer offered but on my last visit, I had the batch brew of their Murrandia from Kenya. The mango and lime flavors knocked my socks off! Thank goodness I can order coffee online because I'm getting this one for sure . So glad you guys are here and doing your thing read more

We were visiting from out of town and wanted to take my wife's mother out to breakfast & get good coffee. Ponder had excellent reviews & a nice website so we checked it out. Was totally worth it... The breakfast sandwiches are fresh & unique - good variety.... And named after characters from the popular TV show 'The Office' ! The donuts are made fresh and almost taste like sweet bread vs a typical donut. The coffee is very unique and delicious - we had the Karuhiu from Kenya (which has 'intense' notes of raspberry & blackberry) - we bought a bag. The staff was friendly and helpful. Outdoor seating as well for nice days. Several came in from around the state who said this is 'the only place they come to for coffee & breakfast'. I can see why and we will join that club as well! read more

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The coffees are appropriately sized, but the milk is oversteamed and too hot. Didn't try the food read more

Ponder Coffee easily became my favorite coffee shop in Mount Pleasant, and in all of Michigan. Their Lavender Vanilla Latte is my personal favorite, made with their homemade lavender syrup. The staff are always friendly and it is the perfect place to catch up with a friend or get some homework done! read more

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Love this coffee shop! Visited from out of state and came here almost every morning. Super friendly staff and amazing coffee.

Cozy and warm atmosphere, amazing food options, delicious specialty drinks and coffee. Had nothing but pleasant interactions with the staff. read more

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Great atmosphere. Awesome waffles - gluten free. And best of all the coffee is fantastic. I appreciate the service. Made me feel welcome and appreciated. Come try this place. read more

Ponder Coffee - Brought my grandson and wife to share. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Love the coffee selections and also getting to know the staff and some of the customers that frequent here and being able to have conversations with friends and drinking coffee. A wonderful place to be! read more

My family comes to Ponder Coffee every Sunday after they clean the local parks. (Bonny's Cleanup Crew) I was in town from Houston, Texas this weekend and finally got to see what all the hype was about. Such a cute coffee shop! No only did the inside have a cute vibe but so did the outside area. My husband and I tried their chorizo breakfast burrito and the brown sugar latte, both were amazing! We will definitely be repeat customers during future visits to Mount Pleasant! read more

Ponder Coffee - a cup of cappuccino on a saucer - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mount Pleasant, Michigan

We tried Ponder for the first time and it was amazing! The employees were helpful and nice, the establishment was clean and the service was quick. I do think that the coffee is a little overpriced, however, that would not stop me from going back again. I got the Iced Salted Caramel Latte (which I'm still dreaming about) and my friend got the Iced Lavender Vanilla Latte - she did say the lavender was a little overpowering but if you like a stronger aroma then that's definitely the vibe for you!! read more

Ponder Coffee - Left: Iced Lavender Vanilla Latte Right: Iced Salted Caramel Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Had spectacular cup of coffee here, definitely one of the better cups in recent memory-nice and strong and very flavorful. The burrito was really good too, and the staff was nice. read more

Surprisingly cute coffee shop in downtown Mt. Pleasant. Smallish interior; but cozy and full of hygge. Excellent outdoor seating option (including firepit in the winter); and a tremendously helpful staff. Menu is small but excellently-done. Would totally revisit. read more

This place is a great location with plenty of free parking. Delicious and adroitly priced menu ranging from my Southwest Salad to my Salted Caramel Latte... also as to be expected from coffee shops, absolutely pushing the limits of what can be done with reclaimed pallets! I love it. The service was prompt and professional. The space size was adequate but intimate. Like Arnold, "I'll be back." read more

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Good coffee and atmosphere... nice local spot ... downtown MP, and soon to be new location on CMU's campus...

I love the Salted Caramel Latte iced. I can't yet get passed it to try the many other drinks they offer. My daughter says the Lavender Vanilla Latte is on slammmm! The gluten-free waffle has a perfect texture of crunchy outside and moist inside, just needs salt added to the batter. The Frittatas are really good. But the pièce de résistance is their croissant, both the butter and the chocolate! They are the most amazing I have ever had. Flaky outside and like air on the inside. I am addicted to these little bundles of deliciousness. This location is small but comfortable on the inside and they have outside deck seating as well. The staff is nice and efficient. Be sure to get your loyalty card which gives you a free drink after the 10th stamp. This is my new goto coffee spot! They have a second location which I look forward to visiting soon. read more

Coffee was just fine (had the batch brew), friendly staff, and a nice atmosphere. So nice to have a non-chain coffee shop in downtown Mt. P!

After recently moving from Los Angeles it was important to me that I find a craft coffee company. I believed it was going to be a long shot in Mid-Michigan, but thank God for Ponder because it helped me transition from SoCal to rural Michigan much quicker. The downtown location is pretty small and cramped. On a busy Saturday it is often standing room only and makes me want to turn around and go somewhere else. It is probably impossible to increase the seating, but if they could get more space it would make the experience that much better. The coffee is the best in the area and well priced for what they do. I am sad that cold brew goes off the menu in the winter, but it makes sense. I'll get the drip, but on a good day I'll order the pour over because I am a snob. It is worth it. The food is worth ordering. My wife and I love waffles and it makes date days fun to share one of those. The breakfast burritos are delicious too! I do not think you could go wrong ordering food from here. I'd recommend this place any day. It is a second office for me in certain seasons of life and good place to meet with friends over the best coffee in mid-Michigan. read more

Outstanding coffee drinks and a great college town coffee shop atmosphere! Definitely worth stopping by if you are visiting CMU.

Amazing all around! Great place to get some coffee and very tasty food. We had waffles, a burrito and the Palmer sandwich, I would order them all again. Definitely stopping back in on own way downstate. read more

I have never been disappointed in the food or drink. I would like to see them open a little earlier but with the staffing issues today I understand. A great place to bring guests rom out of town for a quality breakfast. read more

Came to visit Mt. Pleasant for a CMU grad school tour and wanted to try out some local places. Cute little shop! Nice, simple decor. Nice barista who was good at answering questions. The serving size on the avocado toast with egg was decent for the price. The vanilla latte was delicious! The flavor was amazing and the 12 oz portion was perfect. I would visit again! read more

Ponder Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mount Pleasant, Michigan

super warm and inviting space. all of the staff is super kind and helpful. all of the food and drinks are amazing, you can't go wrong with anything here. read more

I came here for breakfast today and got the Strawberries & Cream waffle! My mans got the Ham & Cheddar. They're pretty good! I really like the whipped cream! The coffee is decent. I'll be back for the lattes :) read more

Ponder Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Mount Pleasant is lucky to have such a cool little coffee destination. Not only is the coffee top notch, the food is also outstanding. When I travel for work, I rarely go to the same place twice, however, I stopped by for breakfast/lunch three times in the same week here. There is outdoor seating, so if you have time and the weather is nice, feel free to take advantage of that. The menu is robust and has flavors and ingredients for all. I recommended this to anyone who is looking for a fresh take on wraps/sandwhiches and needing some delicious coffee. read more

A hidden gem. Friendly staff, extensive waffle options for a coffee shop, a solid variety of always-on and seasonal waffles, coffees, etc. The space is great. We had a raspberry waffle and a seasonal gingerbread/eggnog waffle- both were exceptional. read more

Ponder Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Excellent coffee! We ordered two lattes at low temp to go. Both were excellent. This place is a gem in Mt. Pleasant!

Ironically, the star of the show here is not the coffee, but the food. The coffee was decent, but not great -- a little on the bitter side. The turkey sandwich, however, was to-die-for: A generous helping of high-quality turkey with fresh lettuce and tomato on fresh local bread. Just excellent. read more

Very cute coffee shop located right down town great for meetings or to get some homework done. Their coffee and food is great

Best coffee shop in MP. Delicious food, incredible lattes, great energy and vibes. I have been here probably 20+ times in the past two years and have never been let down. Price is average for the high quality food and coffee, menu is small but everything is great. If you haven't been here you're making a mistake! read more

Wow!!! The best waffle I have ever had. Brought the family here. Everything is fresh and made on the spot.

They don't pull fresh shots with their dinks. They didn't touch their espresso machine when making my drink. Disappointing.

Love this place! I came here to meet up with someone i met on Bumble Bizz and it was the perfect atmosphere. This place just opened up so I was meaning to try it because of all the great things I've heard through word of mouth. The coffee was delicious and affordable, and the stranger I met even enjoyed it as well! The coffee shop was a great place to meet with a new potential business partner because it was perfect blend between relaxed and professional. Definitely using Ponder Coffee as my Bumble Bizz meet ups from now on!! read more

This place is seriously amazing. I have been to all 3 locations and they never disappoint! SO SO glad they are in the Library on campus now!!! I know its busy as hell guys, keep up the great work! You are so appreciated! read more

Phenomenal coffee! Great service and an urban vibe in a small town. You don't have to go to Seattle to get some of the best coffee available.It doesn't get better than this! read more

Love this coffee shop! It's extremely well kept, has excellent service, has good coffee (lots of options), and is a great place to go that very close to campus. It's normally pretty full of college kids, but never to the point where that's an issue. Highly recommend! read more

Nice wanna be hipster environment. Do not get the chorizo burrito! Idk who is teaching the staff how to cook but it is not working. You might like it if you never had real Mexican food before. Be safe and just order coffee read more