It is a real treat having a Playa Bowls in Kalamazoo, especially one that is as friendly and…read moreinviting as this one! On our first visit to Playa Bowls, the workers were so patient and informative (and cheerful!), helping us with our order and answering questions we had (for example, possible substitutions of ingredients to make the bowls Vegan). The menu that is on the wall is so varied and expansive that at first, ordering can seem daunting. However, after their explanations, our options became clearer. I suggest looking at their menu at playabowls.com before going. (For Vegans, generally: Blueberry Flax Granola can be changed to Vegan/Gluten Free Granola for 50¢, Whey Chocolate or Vanilla Protein can be changed to Vegan Chocolate or Vanilla Protein. Honey can be removed from orders. And the Coco-Whip is Vegan.) The workers pride themselves on the artistry of the bowls! So many times at other fast food or fast-casual restaurants, the food that is served looks nothing like the photographs in the advertising. However, at Playa Bowls in Kalamazoo, the bowls often look better than the advertisements! Because we had such a wonderful time and the bowls were so delicious, we returned multiple times over the next couple of weeks. Sometimes the workers were the same, sometimes they were different, but every time, the people there provided us with the same warm and welcoming experience and beautifully crafted bowls!

Cool find near Costco, Crumbl and Trader Joe's! All kinds of bowls, smoothies and juices, including…read morecold brews with chicory coffee. Staff is friendly and helpful. It did not disappoint! Thank you!!

Cute local coffee shop with an excellent espresso, strong coffee, delicious pastries and welcoming…read moreservice. I recommend!

Friendly owners and staff, lots of drink choices to choose from. The smoothies were ridiculously…read moregood! For both myself and my 9 year old son! Coffee is made fresh and good specialty drinks. They have an assortment of pastries, donuts, muffins as well. Inside is warm and welcoming with many plants, games, books, and tv (I think a video game perhaps?). Happy hour runs from 11-2:00 so stop in for a deal!!

Water Street Coffee has some amazing coffee blends, especially the French Roast and Italian Roast,…read morewhich they occasionally brew. They brew the French Roast regularly on the WMU campus. Its a really nice full bodied medium every day blend. The reason I gave this 3 stars is because often when I get a coffee to go from Water Street, I have to pick between a really fruity super light roast, or a dark roast that taste like I am drinking sludge. It would be nice if they would could have an every day offering (medium regular roast) that is not super light or super dark. I have ended up throwing out several of my cups of coffee lately because I couldn't drink the Midnight Oil, and the light roasts were meh, with a really fruity after taste. This is just my opinion, but I think many others would enjoy an offering of a daily medium roast with a smooth finish.

My favorite place for an iced lavender latte!…read more I've been to different locations- definitely a bit of a chain feel inside, food is decent; but I really enjoy their coffee most!

Sweetwater's never disappoints. The bake is consistent, the variation of donuts offered are…read moreincredible. We stop and grab them for the staff at Let's Play Soccer every Saturday morning and also get them for the staff at my employer. Something for everyone. The service is always kind and quick. Off the top of my head- I'm counting over twenty different donut flavors including a flavor of the week. Also- DON'T MISS the annual batch of Bell's Oberon made right here in KZOO! Sweetwater's grabs the flavor of the annual Oberon batch and bakes it into a quality, soft and flavor-filled specialty donut. Four locations: Stadium Dr, Sprinkle rd, M-89 in Plainwell and Battle Creek! No disappoints, here. Come check it out!

I had my first Sweetwater doughnut in 2010 and have been hooked ever since. My husband and I came…read morein to get a half dozen doughnuts and a juice each. We got a Carmel Apple doughnut, a peanut butter cup doughnut, a glazed doughnut, a Boston cream doughnut, and two s'more doughnuts. We would honestly travel to Kalamazoo just for the amazingness that is this doughnut shop. We were a little slow to ordering because we hadn't come in for a few years but the employee helping us was patient. The half dozen doughnuts were $8.49 and our entire order was about $13, which for specialty doughnuts is not bad. We will definitely be back.

This place never disappoints! A great variety of flavored lattes at very reasonable prices. Even if…read moreyou don't care for coffee, the baked goods are a MUST! Great gluten free options! It is cozy cafe with a very laid back vibe. Had great service today, unfortunately I missed the baristas name.

I didn't know they bake everything in house. Except the cookies I think…read more First time I try Vegan Zucchini Bread. Wow. It is moist and pretty much like a cinnamon pound cake. I assume it is healthier than regular bread too. Coffee is good. I usually walk in after work but they still happily serve me even though it was late.

Factory coffee is pretty nice. They make their own coffee. They refurbished an old building and the…read moredecorations have a nice mix.

Just moved to the area and have been in search of the best honey vanilla latte...I finally found…read moreit!! 10/10 on service and taste. The bookstore location was adorable, I have been back 3 times already :)

This coffee shop is friendly and quaint. I travel around the country visiting small coffee, shops,…read moreand roasters.. I will say the blueberry scone was absolutely amazing. and my coffee of choice is a Cortado with honey. It was made just right. I would highly recommend anybody traveling through to stop here

What a great relaxing way to enjoy a cup of Joe....I saw a customer that ordered a flight....didn't…read moreknow that existed, will definitely check it out next time! The baristas were friendly and attentive!