Uncharted Grounds

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Uncharted grounds was so charming, with its nice patio, large selection of coffee and food options, and quick service. I got an oat milk latte with maple and it was very tasty. The service was also great. My sister in law didn't like her drink (chai was made with a powder) and they remade another drink for her, no questions asked. Would definitely visit again next time we're in the area. read more

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Janine P.

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Lots of tasty drink options. Pumpkin waffle latte was great, only had half the sweetener which was plenty. Apple fritter was good too! Cute vibe and good service. Has indoor and outdoor seating. Parking in front of building- a little difficult to back out into the main road when leaving, but doable read more

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Corbin O.

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Tucked just off Houghton Lake, this cozy little coffee shop is a hidden gem with serious charm. The outdoor seating is perfect for soaking in the lake air, and the inside is just as inviting, with cute decor that feels like a warm hug. We ordered the mini pancakes, and they were absolutely dreamy--drizzled with Nutella and topped with fresh strawberries and bananas. Sweet, simple, and unforgettable. Pair it with a hot latte or iced coffee, and you've got the perfect start to a slow morning by the water. The service was fantastic, everyone was kind and pleasant. A must-stop if you're in town--just be prepared to never want to leave. read more

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Erin Q.

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Wow! Love this addition to the Houghton lake area! I walked here with my mother in law as we are visiting them on vacation. It was so hard to choose, but I got the iced oatmeal cream pie with oat milk. It had cinnamon, chai and cold foam. It was to die for! It really was the perfect drink! I'm going to have to go back before we leave town. The owner and employee were both so friendly too and the shop is super cute! read more

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Molly S.

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A local destination, for sure. We stopped through on a road trip with our pup and had a five-star experience. They use delicious espresso and quality products but it's the joy and passion in the whole place that's contagious. Food selection was well-rounded and the pastries we tried were clearly made with love and butter (cranberry orange and caramel apple muffins). The Sightseer latte was the perfect balance of vanilla, white chocolate, and cinnamon. Chef's kiss. So many seasonal combos and cool creations going on, I wish I was a local! The service was top-notch and friendly. This cafe is like a lake-house home in the best ways: comfortable, chill, full of joy. Delicious espresso hand-crafted beverages with a view of Houghton Lake is hard to beat. Oh, and seasonally there's an ice cream shop also popping. Too good to be true. Best rest stop on our road trip! read more

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Lisa S.

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Fabulous!! Menu, service, ambiance. Quality in every category. Their delicious coffee available, beans or ground, to brew at home. Worth the drive. read more

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Sherry W.

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The only reason for a star deduction is there is no restroom. The staff is friendly. There is indoor and outdoor seating. They have WiFi. The chai latte was made with a powder and very tasty. Prices are reasonable. They had a few bakery items. Easy parking in the front. read more

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Eddie R.

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Great coffee and really the only good coffee shop in Lake Houghton. Standard drip is good, service is quick and people are friendly

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Andrea P.

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Cute little new coffee shop! Friendly staff and tasty coffee. They also serve food, that I can't wait to stop back by and try but today was just a little afternoon pick me up run. read more

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Shelby M.

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Cute little stop during our day trip. Their chai is delicious, and my husband enjoyed a holiday drink and the blueberry cheesecake muffin. The girls are super friendly and make you feel so welcome. We will definitely come back the next time we're in the area :) read more

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Eleonor M.

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My car is having a problem motoring by without stopping. I've decided to try something new each time. That's if I can remember what I've had on my last trips. Anyway I decided to have a frappe this time. Not one to have overly sweet stuff I chose Cotton Candy flavor (silly girl) which I keep calling Birthday Cake--Duh! It tasted like Birthday Cake. I was very surprised by the low sweetness and rich creaminess. Can you say Yummy?!!! I did get brain freeze a couple of the first sips. As always the staff is friendly and (being me I always have questions) they are always happy to answer them. This was a hot Michigan day so patrons were inside working on a laptop, talking on phone, or just having a conversation. Overall it was pretty quiet. read more

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Betsey W.

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Uncharted grounds in Houghton Lake is definitely a must go if you love coffee! The atmosphere and coffee were truly worth the drive. If you do not like coffee there are lotus energy drinks as well. read more

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CANNOT recommend this local coffee shop more! Great coffee, food, and staff! Love the atmosphere and location is perfect. read more

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Gary M.

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Awesome place, friendly staff. Great coffee drinks! Quick service! Will be back!!!!

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Karen L.

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Would be great if they had an option for brewed DECAF coffee! Cute small place, super busy now but came to get a decaf coffee and they didn't have any. Need to have options. Could benefit from more healthy breakfast options as well...Wheat, bran, cinnamon, blueberry muffins etc. in addition to the non-healthy favourites too. This place is the only coffee shop near North Shore in Houghton Lake and it's off to a great start, just could use some tweaking on coffee & breakfast options. read more

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Chelsie H.

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This place has got it all! The vibe is so cozy and quaint. The owner is so sweet and friendly as well! The coffee recipes are absolutely divine, and the coffee brand used is excellent! There's a fantastic selection, with a variety of substitutions available. The prices were also very reasonable. So thankful I only live a few minutes away because I will be coming back over and over! read more

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Nicole W.

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Such a cute shop with tons of options, including kids drinks and Houghton Lake merch! Great owners and staff and plenty of parking! A modern look with coffee, bagels, muffins. Outdoor seating! They also have a few drinks in which all proceeds go to local charity. read more

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Kennedy F.

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The inside of this shop is so cute! They have a good amount of seating too. Their drink menu has quite a few options. I tried the pumpkin latte off the fall menu and it was so tasty! They also have baked goods & breakfast available. I want to try the mini pancakes next time I visit! The staff was super kind and quick to make my latte. read more

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Amy Z.

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This coffee shop is so cute inside AND has delicious coffee. A calm, quaint aesthetic with delicious coffee? Yes please! The menu is quite diverse with lots of delicious latte creations. The service was friendly and I'm grateful that the dairy-free options are plentiful. I'll be back tomorrow! I'm so glad this place has been brought to HL. read more

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More info about Uncharted Grounds

3624 E Houghton Lake Dr
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
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(989) 202-2199
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Hours

What time does Uncharted Grounds open?

Uncharted Grounds opens at 6:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.Uncharted Grounds opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Uncharted Grounds close?

Uncharted Grounds closes at 2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Uncharted Grounds is closed on Wednesday.

Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 6:30 AM - 2:30 PMWed ClosedSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Indoor Amenities

Does Uncharted Grounds allow dogs?

Yes, Uncharted Grounds allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Uncharted Grounds have outdoor seating?

Yes, Uncharted Grounds has outdoor seating options.

Does Uncharted Grounds have parking?

Yes, Uncharted Grounds has parking options. Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Uncharted Grounds have free WiFi?

Yes, Uncharted Grounds has free WiFi.

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Specialties

At Uncharted Grounds Coffee Shop we combine exceptional coffee with community vibes. Offering specialty drinks, Chai Tea, Matcha, real fruit smoothies, lemonades, breakfast and lunch options, accompanied with excellent customer service.

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“Their chai is delicious, and my husband enjoyed a holiday drink and the blueberry cheesecake muffin.”

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Kiss Me Specialty Coffee Shoppe

4.5(60 reviews)

UPDATE: I tried Kiss Me Coffee again and had a much better experience! My coffee was delicious,…read moreservice was very quick and the staff were knowledgeable about how to make drinks! Much faster experience! Original Post, from 2 weeks ago: Had the most bizarre experience here a few weeks ago-I ended up waiting close to 45 minutes for my coffee I ordered, they forgot about my order. There was one person waiting in line in front of me, and maybe two-three other people that came in behind me, all of which got their drinks before I did. They then made me the wrong coffee. The coffee was delicious though once I got my order, I intend to come back because I really hope this was a weird one time fluke! I repeatedly heard the staff ask each other if what they were doing was "right," and the response from staff seemed to be inconclusive.

Stopped by on a Friday afternoon in October and had the place to ourselves. One staff working…read more Our server was outstanding: friendly, efficient and attentive. The cafe was cute; nothing elaborate but clean and interesting. Seating is limited. We ordered decaf mochas and found them to be piping hot, a bit thin tasting and a little too sweet for our tastes. It was good, but not excellent. Prices were a little more than Starbucks but not appreciably. The bakery items were limited but looked good. Fun mural outside and very close to all the action in Houghton Lake. Definitely a stop worth making when in this area.

Limited indoor seating. Several bar stools also along the window

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Copper Kettle Distilling Company

4.3(50 reviews)

We got there early and it is a cozy old log cabin. The server was sweet and prompt. We had meat…read moreflight # 3. We also got a side of cornbread and coleslaw. I had the naughty Santa and hubby had old fashion. Loved everything the chicken and pork were our favorite. Cornbread was perfect and we got the cherry BBQ sauce and mustard based one. Both highly recommend especially since I don't typically love BBQ sauce.

Ordered (to go)the 3 meat smokehouse board, asked for smoked sausage and double brisket. They gave…read moreme double smoked sausage and not double brisket. The brisket was meh. Brisket was cut thin and over cooked and didn't have a strong Smokey flavor. The smoked sausage wasn't bad put it tasted and looked like Eckrich farms smoked sausage. The menu said it came with a side salad, cornbread and pimento stuffed peppers, NOPE. What I got was a salad, tiny piece/slice of a white bread baguette and then a mushroom stuffed with what I assume was stove top stuffing. Very disappointed, and I paid $37 with tip. I hope the alcohol they distilled is better than their food. Do not go here if you're looking to get good bbq. Service I would say was bad because no one checked my order before they gave it to me, They were very nice though. I think the owners need to spend a little more time on the food and a lil less time on the alcohol.

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Pumpkin Kettle Espresso Martini

Starbucks

1.0(2 reviews)

Service very bad service waited over 30 minits for even to place an order then another 15 to get itread more

This is my third time going here and I will say if you would like your drink made right maybe come…read morein a few weeks. I've had to go in every time after I went into the drive through because they didn't make it right, put the wrong ingredients or whatnot. For being in line for 40 mins I would expect my drink to be made right. 1/10 experience.

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1.6(16 reviews)

takes about 35 minutes on average to get food service is horrible laughing when complained toread more

Never had problems before... but whoever was the cashier on 05/11/2023 around 4:45pm needs to learn…read morehow to count change. Our total was $2.73 and we gave her $5.73. She counted the change at least 3 times and gave us $2.99 back? If she was missing a penny she could've just asked if we had another one. I'm sorry but if you can't count the money then you shouldn't be at the register. I purposely took the time to count out 73 cents so I wouldn't get any change back. She didn't even give us a receipt. Do better!!

Note from Rick my after snack treat 3 cookies for $1.00 mmmmmm

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Powell's Restaurant

4.2(31 reviews)

3.4 mi

Love this place. Love the service, love the food and also a good little place to shop for Michigan…read moreitems.

excellent food and wonderful service! Such a wonderful family restaurant. 100% recommend. We will…read moredefinitely be back.

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Garrett's Place

3.7(63 reviews)

3.6 mi

My wife experienced an awesome dinner last nite at Garrett's. Jennifer took great care of us and…read morewill ask for her when we return. Wife had a turkey sandwich and I had some chicken tenders that were very tasty. Dessert was very good especially the coconut cream pie !

Went with a group…read more Everyone wanted a perch dinner. The perch was PERFECT!!! Perfect amount of breading. And cooked perfectly. The restaurant was very cold, to the point that some members of the party needed a jacket. Service was very good.

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Shaker's

3.0(102 reviews)

2.9 mi

Even though it was crowded, the staff tried their best to keep food and refreshments flowing. The…read morerush in getting food out into the dining room was obvious as the bowl containing my spaghetti order was splashed with sauce. Small thing, but it shows that the kitchen was more interested in pushing food out than preserving good presentation. The surcharge for using a credit card was a turn-off. If you already claim the fee as a business expense, why punish the customer with another charge?

Service was outstanding. Very tentative staff. Food was good. All day breakfast is a plus!…read more I had the patty melt on rye and my wife had the biscuits and gravy. Family dinner charm.

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4.9(9 reviews)

5.1 mi

I have been going here for years j have always had great service they always have the bait i need…read moreand a great fishing lure selection

I've been coming to this bait shop well over 10+ years! Amazing people with amazing knowledge of…read moretheir products and area! Never let you down, highly recommend to stop by if you're near Houghton lake!

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Family Fare Supermarket

3.0(4 reviews)

3.7 mi

Just moved here and very disappointed with this store. "Fresh" produce is always bad, the lights in…read morethe frozen fridges are mostly out, the cheese fridges are lukewarm, expired food, ect..This place needs a serious remodel! Houghton Lake needs another grocery store!!

This is the nicest grocery store in the Houghton Lake/Prudenville area. It's a fairly new store…read more Very modern inside - with a good produce department. I went grocery shopping here with my Uncle during my recent visit

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Victoria G.

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2 years ago

I recently visited this new coffee shop, and I already know I will be a regular when I come up to the lake! The menu is fantastic, offering a wide variety of drinks and snacks to satisfy any craving. The shop also has plenty of seating, making it a perfect spot to work or relax with friends. The overall vibe is welcoming and cozy, with a great atmosphere that encourages you to stay a while. Definitely a must-visit for coffee lovers in the area!! read more

Karri S.

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2 years ago

The Houghton Lake area definitely needed this cozy little coffee spot. Amazing service and staff. So far everything my husband and I have had has been delicious. I can't wait to see what other great drinks they add to the menu. Uncharted Grounds has become our Saturday date stop. We liked the way the owners decorated so much we asked where they got their tables so we could order one for our home. read more

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We got there early and it is a cozy old log cabin. The server was sweet and prompt. We had meat…read moreflight # 3. We also got a side of cornbread and coleslaw. I had the naughty Santa and hubby had old fashion. Loved everything the chicken and pork were our favorite. Cornbread was perfect and we got the cherry BBQ sauce and mustard based one. Both highly recommend especially since I don't typically love BBQ sauce.

Ordered (to go)the 3 meat smokehouse board, asked for smoked sausage and double brisket. They gave…read moreme double smoked sausage and not double brisket. The brisket was meh. Brisket was cut thin and over cooked and didn't have a strong Smokey flavor. The smoked sausage wasn't bad put it tasted and looked like Eckrich farms smoked sausage. The menu said it came with a side salad, cornbread and pimento stuffed peppers, NOPE. What I got was a salad, tiny piece/slice of a white bread baguette and then a mushroom stuffed with what I assume was stove top stuffing. Very disappointed, and I paid $37 with tip. I hope the alcohol they distilled is better than their food. Do not go here if you're looking to get good bbq. Service I would say was bad because no one checked my order before they gave it to me, They were very nice though. I think the owners need to spend a little more time on the food and a lil less time on the alcohol.

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