It was hard giving them a five star since I specifically came in for foam art and they dumped the…read morecup Into a to go cup ruining the art. But this coffee was SO good, I forgave the barista . And this cute coffee nook will be a destination for us next time we come back.

Lantern is a decent spot to get some work done. I don't frequent it often just because of the…read moredowntown location, but I was there recently for some coworking. The employees were friendly and helpful as I ordered my latte and a croissant. I was pretty sure I ordered it iced, but it came out hot. (Not a big deal.) The latte was okay, I'm not sure what kind of oat milk they use but I think it wasn't my favorite. The spinach and feta croissant was flaky and tasty but I wish they had a way to warm it up (or maybe they do and I should have asked). The vibe inside for to-go orders is bright and cheery, once you go down to the main seating level it's a bit dark and cozy. The wifi was fast and reliable, and there is a decent amount of seating for the space. Metered street parking is available on the surrounding streets. It's not my go-to spot, but if you're downtown and need a caffeine pick me up, stop in!

Quite possibly one of the best cafe mochas I've ever had. Just great coffee- with great vibes…read more Bonus points for super friendly staff.

5/5 for aesthetics and natural light, but a 3.5/5 for the coffee. I just felt like I got a little…read moreless than what the cup could hold and my drink was more milky than it was coffee. For the description of what the drink was, it fell short from the experience. It was a seasonal Japanese style drink with undertones of anise, ginger, and cinnamon, with some smokiness and a housemade syrup. The service was wonderful and supportive with my indecisiveness haha I hope I have a better experience next time!

As soon as I walked in I was welcomed with a warm hello from the baristas. This place is huge I…read morerecommend teleworking from here. I told my barista it was my first time so she said I had to try the chai latte, so I got that for my wife. I also saw they had ube syrup so I ordered an Ube Egg Nog Latte. It was so good. The ube syrup they use is high quality, as a Filipino American I approve. As an American latte snob I approve of the flavors in the egg nog. The spices were rich but not overpowering and the ube syrup complimented it so well.

Didn't know they move to downtown. I was hoping that it is in a house on the west side like before…read more Now the vibe has change. More like a art gallery that serve drinks and coffee than a cafe. Very minimalistic. I don't like it. Drinks are good. They still serve pastries from local Nantucket bakery. To me, the place looks weird, looks unfinished and seating is not comfortable

Must check out! Grateful to have discovered on Yelp! I don't explore downtown often, and was…read morelooking for a nearby coffee shop to work at in the morning (saw in pics there were many outlets available). I love all of the natural light, music (Jack Johnson when I was there), and overall vibes. Enjoyed the pour over coffee (takes time) and they had almond milk I could add on request. Has Heart Coffee Shop celebrates veterans and their stories. Their goal is to make sure every vet never has to pay for coffee. Located directly across from the GR Children's Museum entrance in Veterans Memorial Park. Street parking (meters / MOTU App) if you can get in before the museum opens.

I absolutely LOVE Has Heart and everything it stands for. They are a nonprofit organization telling…read moreveterans stories through art, and they have great coffee too! Nestled in the heart of downtown in the cutest building. This place is extremely slept on!

Stopped in the other day for a quick visit with family…read more Coming from Metro Detroit, this is one of the best coffee shops I've ever tried! Great service, friendly staff. The inside of the building is spruced up nicely, enjoyed the artwork. Will be back again. :)

My first love. Open 24 hours! Awesome drinks guaranteed, no matter what you choose. Artwork and…read moreatmosphere are top tier. Once spent an entire 8 hours studying here. 10/10 would recommend. It's a classic.

I went back to roots last weekend and had a better experience this time! I ordered the waffle and…read morewas genuinely surprised when shredded cheese was sprinkled on top before my name was called. It was a Saturday around 8:30-8:45 a.m., and the place was so busy that sending it back didn't feel worth it, so I went with it. It turned out to be their breakfast "sandwich," just made with a waffle instead of bread, featuring eggs, onions, tomatoes, and bacon. Since I don't eat bacon, that was the only element I didn't care for, but otherwise it was a very good meal. I also ordered the café miel, which was excellent. I'd definitely come back for the waffle (just without bacon next time!)

Did some coworking at Roots Brew Shop recently for the first time. There was plenty of street…read moreparking available but no designated parking lot. The place was pretty busy but we managed to get a table. We weren't near any outlets but I did see a few scattered along the walls. The vibe is pretty cozy with mismatched chairs and what look like church pews. I ordered a flat white with oat milk and Nate got a pour over. The prices were pretty cheap, lower than most coffee shops in the area (only $5 for a latte) which was nice. They also took my name for my drink which I loved! They also have a small food menu with bagels and spreads and sandwiches. I do wish they had some more fun seasonal options for coffee drinks, the menu is pretty basic. Some other cool features of this coffee shop include gender neutral restrooms with vacant/occupied locks (love those) and a wireless printer. It was pretty loud while we were there, but I have noise canceling headphones which helped. Definitely a busy spot, so if you need an outlet I'd recommend getting there early. I liked this coffee shop but I think I'd pick Ferris over it (which is next door). Still, if I'm in the area again I might stop by.

A great place to sit and do homework. A lot of coveted seats by windows and outlets so get there at…read morea good time to stake your claim. The coffee is always good and you can customize the heck out of. Theres always a nice playlist going in the background. I have yet to try to food besides the killer chocolate chip cookies they make in house but there's a nice menu of sandwiches, salads, and smoothies.

While popular among college students, it's a great place for all. Stopped by on Sunday for a quick…read morebrunch. Friendly service. Good food. Açaí was fresh and delicious.

Fun spot with cute vibes! I love exploring new coffee shops and this one is definitely up there on…read moremy list. Super friendly staff! With a good amount of seating and tasty coffee options this is a great place to do work or meet up with friends. I can wait to return! Drink: -12oz iced vanilla latte with oat milk. Goood rich coffee with the perfect amount of sweetness!

Possibly my new favorite spot for a bagel?…read more The matcha was good - smooth and creamy. The flavor of their vanilla syrup isn't my favorite but it wasn't bad. I live for fun specialty matcha and while they did have one on the menu, the pine flavors weren't appealing to me. Surprisingly, the real star of the show was the bagel. Not the avocado spread that was on it, that just tasted like that overly acidic stuff you get in the little cups, but the bagel itself was amazing. It was chewy but not tough to chew. I loved its soft doughy texture. They also had some vegan treats available that i'd love to try next time. The matcha was good but not my top pick in GR but that bagel would definitely bring me back.

This place has some very unique breakfast dishes mostly waffle based. We stopped in here with a…read moresmall group and were seated promptly. Our server was prompt and we ordered a few of the crazy fun dishes. I had the Love me tender dish which was a waffle with peanut butter, caramelized banana, bacon and a maple bourbon syrup. Oh my this was good. The rest of my group had amazing dishes as well and we had a great time. When in Grand Rapids, stop in here for a fun unique breakfast.

Any time is a good time for waffles. They're a vehicle for so many sweet and savory ingredients, in…read moremy opinion. So when my family and I were walking around downtown Grand Rapids and needed a place to eat breakfast, we popped into Social Misfits because their menu is basically 90% waffles. My kids love waffles. Every kid loves waffles. Waffles it is! This is a great restaurant for families (because ... waffles), but also a great restaurant for adults because they have a nice selection of creative cocktails in the evening, and coffee in the morning. Social Misfits is basically waffles, alcohol and caffeine, in that order. When we visited in the morning, the adults opted for coffee (really great black coffee!) and the kids both opted for the Little Lad, a waffle topped with strawberries, blueberries and chantilly cream (basically whipped cream, but a little sweeter and whipped a little longer). Both of my children ate most of their waffle, which is a big thing, considering they usually eat like birds. We also got the Son of a Biscuit, which was a garlic parmesan waffle topped with chicken sausage gravy and a fried egg. You could add fried chicken to the mix for an extra $6 (we did not). This one was fine, but the egg was way overcooked! Oh well. Lastly: We got the Ol' Blue Eyes, a waffle topped with blueberry compote, lemon curd, whipped ricotta and graham cracker crumbs. This one tasted amazing, but there was so much blueberry compote and lemon curd that it made the waffle a bit soggy. I think the chef was feeling generous with the toppings, but homie needed to hold back a tad. Sometimes, a little bit goes a long way! Fifty percent less gloppy stuff would have made this waffle dish 100% better. If you ain't really about that waffle life, then not to worry. Social Misfits also has a few "not waffles" items on the menu, like salads, sandwiches and a couple of bar snacks. But I think if you visit this restaurant, you need to just embrace waffles. There are more than a dozen different waffles on the menu. They're all fun and well-thought-out. Pick one and eat waffles for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Came here right after arriving in Grand Rapids looking for good coffee and this place went above…read moreand beyond. Fantastic coffee, excellent service, and fun ambiance. I wish I lived closer so I could have more time to try more menu items. Hopefully I can come back soon!

We strolled over here after leaving the library one day and glad we did. 1st I love the concept of…read morethis business! To have a coffee cafe and art is such a great idea! I was obsessed once I walked in! Love that the art is local and you can purchase any of it. The cafe itself was so homey and comfortable. It's not large however my jogger stroller was able to get through the door and be placed off to the side without issue. The care taken by the employee working was fantastic. She allowed us to browse the menu without seeming annoyed by our indecision lol. I got a tea infused smoothie that I could drink every single day! The baked goods were also taste and they had a good amount to choose from. We for sure will come back since we visit the library quite often.