Best study spot and best coffee around. This shop is the best hidden gem around Ann Arbor because all of the workers are so friendly, and the space can be used for almost any occasion! There is always board games, puzzles and the best coffee shop music. Overall, a great place to be at, never too crowded.
Nolan J.
I love this shop! Great service with very friendly baristas that hand deliver orders to your table when they are order for dine-in. They have a delicious overnight oats cup from Juicy Kitchen that had delicious granola and it had to have less than 10g of sugar. Beautiful rotating artwork on the walls as well.
Kevin C.
Vibes on vibes from this little underground café. Found in the basement of the University Lutheran Church, you'll find a really cool entrance with simple yet warm embrace. The sense of community and everyone belonging is found here. Featuring a fully decked out coffee bar with pastries and board games on the side - opening up to a spacious area filled with tables and chairs lit up by subtle lighting with art on every wall space, it's the perfect spot to catch up with friends and family or to work (which is what a lot of UM students come here to do). The coffee here isn't too bad and it's a non-profit organization so I'm happy to support. We almost lost track of time by how much we were enjoying ourselves in this space.
Tyler S.
A new favorite hang and a great chai latte. A special bonus that the very cool space occupies the basement of the University Lutheran Church next door to the Chi Omega Sorority. But to the God-Shy, don't let that deter you. The vibe is a buzz with good music, friends catching up, the dice of a board game hitting the hardwood and of course the tap, tap, tapping of UM students tackling their latest assignment. Finally the abundant string lighting, rotating art, and vintage barista bar (with an undoubtedly storied past) sets the scene. Don't miss.
Natalie S.
Lots of good things here. The space is 10/10. Cozy study area, very quiet, lots of outlets for charging laptops, tons of seating. Very calm ambiance which makes it easy to focus. Parking is available just outside the building which is a perk for Ann Arbor. Staff are helpful and friendly. I am giving a lower rating because I find the coffee to be just okay. No latte art and lattes do not have much flavor. Espresso drinks from this shop in general are average when compared to other coffee shops in AA. Pour over was just okay. They do serve their drinks in mugs which is a great perk. Prices are very fair and lower than other coffee shops locally.That being said, this is an amazing spot to study and focus with great staff and ample seating. Maybe your opinion on their coffee will be better than mine! Definitely give it a try!
Allison G.
Great spot to study or catch up with friends! Really inviting with friendly vibes, maybe not the aesthetic you'd want for an Instagram photo shoot (and there's not much natural light) but it's definitely warm and cozy. It's a big basement space with lots of tables. It can get a bit noisy but I personally love the white noise of coffee shop conversations for studying; it also felt really lively and full of community. I super appreciate their long hours (open 8:30am-10pm right now!) and the coffee tastes great. It has a big parking lot, although the driveway could be easily missed on Washtenaw, so keep an eye out. It's in the same building as the church, but there's plenty of signage directing you to the coffee shop.
Molly McKenzie
I love studying here! The drinks are super tasty and reasonably priced, service is great. It feels like a hidden gem. Highly recommend for studying (if you like background cafe noise like me) or for meeting with your friends!
Vincent L.
For some, this cafe's location might be unusual: the basement of the University Lutheran Chapel on the eastern edge of Central Campus. Still, it's a great way to make use of a large space, raise funds for this non-profit, and create community via performances, game nights, and other events.When I stopped by on a summer weekend afternoon, there were about a dozen folks enjoying the space. Some were reading the newspaper, some were working, and some were grad students socializing. Plenty of room to spread out and plenty of power outlets against the walls. And a super cute young dude serving as barista.As for the coffee, a simple americano did the trick: bold and strong enough to last me though a drive back home to Cleveland (even though I'd much rather be back here in Ann Arbor, where I was a grad student long ago). Thanks Yelpers for yet another excellent, local, independent find!
Kevin Dykstra
A great place to study, work, or meet with friends! Friendly staff too!
kevin smoot
The printer cannot print excel files apparently and it cost over $2 to print two sheets of paper with front and back. I recommend just going to a library. Way cheaper and no processing fees.
PrintWithMe was easy to use and super convenient! Didn't have to leave the coffee shop to get my copies!
Kaylee Mondrella
What’s not to love about this place? Everyone is friendly but it’s still a fabulous place to get work done. Variety of seating options. Lots of fun drinks. Board games. Great art changing monthly. Food available. Good lighting. Environmentally conscious. All around 11/10 score from me.
Miesha White
There was an issue with my print job, but it was immediately met with support staff who quickly resolved the issue. They ensured that not only was my issue fixed promptly, but followed up to make sure I was satisfied wth the outcome. Definitely appreciate the above and beyond response.
Best study spot and best coffee around. This shop is the best hidden gem around Ann Arbor because all of the workers are so friendly, and the space can be used for almost any occasion! There is always board games, puzzles and the best coffee shop music. Overall, a great place to be at, never too crowded.
I love this shop! Great service with very friendly baristas that hand deliver orders to your table when they are order for dine-in. They have a delicious overnight oats cup from Juicy Kitchen that had delicious granola and it had to have less than 10g of sugar. Beautiful rotating artwork on the walls as well.
Vibes on vibes from this little underground café. Found in the basement of the University Lutheran Church, you'll find a really cool entrance with simple yet warm embrace. The sense of community and everyone belonging is found here. Featuring a fully decked out coffee bar with pastries and board games on the side - opening up to a spacious area filled with tables and chairs lit up by subtle lighting with art on every wall space, it's the perfect spot to catch up with friends and family or to work (which is what a lot of UM students come here to do). The coffee here isn't too bad and it's a non-profit organization so I'm happy to support. We almost lost track of time by how much we were enjoying ourselves in this space.
A new favorite hang and a great chai latte. A special bonus that the very cool space occupies the basement of the University Lutheran Church next door to the Chi Omega Sorority. But to the God-Shy, don't let that deter you. The vibe is a buzz with good music, friends catching up, the dice of a board game hitting the hardwood and of course the tap, tap, tapping of UM students tackling their latest assignment. Finally the abundant string lighting, rotating art, and vintage barista bar (with an undoubtedly storied past) sets the scene. Don't miss.
Lots of good things here. The space is 10/10. Cozy study area, very quiet, lots of outlets for charging laptops, tons of seating. Very calm ambiance which makes it easy to focus. Parking is available just outside the building which is a perk for Ann Arbor. Staff are helpful and friendly. I am giving a lower rating because I find the coffee to be just okay. No latte art and lattes do not have much flavor. Espresso drinks from this shop in general are average when compared to other coffee shops in AA. Pour over was just okay. They do serve their drinks in mugs which is a great perk. Prices are very fair and lower than other coffee shops locally.That being said, this is an amazing spot to study and focus with great staff and ample seating. Maybe your opinion on their coffee will be better than mine! Definitely give it a try!
Great spot to study or catch up with friends! Really inviting with friendly vibes, maybe not the aesthetic you'd want for an Instagram photo shoot (and there's not much natural light) but it's definitely warm and cozy. It's a big basement space with lots of tables. It can get a bit noisy but I personally love the white noise of coffee shop conversations for studying; it also felt really lively and full of community. I super appreciate their long hours (open 8:30am-10pm right now!) and the coffee tastes great. It has a big parking lot, although the driveway could be easily missed on Washtenaw, so keep an eye out. It's in the same building as the church, but there's plenty of signage directing you to the coffee shop.
I love studying here! The drinks are super tasty and reasonably priced, service is great. It feels like a hidden gem. Highly recommend for studying (if you like background cafe noise like me) or for meeting with your friends!
For some, this cafe's location might be unusual: the basement of the University Lutheran Chapel on the eastern edge of Central Campus. Still, it's a great way to make use of a large space, raise funds for this non-profit, and create community via performances, game nights, and other events.When I stopped by on a summer weekend afternoon, there were about a dozen folks enjoying the space. Some were reading the newspaper, some were working, and some were grad students socializing. Plenty of room to spread out and plenty of power outlets against the walls. And a super cute young dude serving as barista.As for the coffee, a simple americano did the trick: bold and strong enough to last me though a drive back home to Cleveland (even though I'd much rather be back here in Ann Arbor, where I was a grad student long ago). Thanks Yelpers for yet another excellent, local, independent find!
A great place to study, work, or meet with friends! Friendly staff too!
The printer cannot print excel files apparently and it cost over $2 to print two sheets of paper with front and back. I recommend just going to a library. Way cheaper and no processing fees.
Restaurantji Recommends
PrintWithMe was easy to use and super convenient! Didn't have to leave the coffee shop to get my copies!
What’s not to love about this place? Everyone is friendly but it’s still a fabulous place to get work done. Variety of seating options. Lots of fun drinks. Board games. Great art changing monthly. Food available. Good lighting. Environmentally conscious. All around 11/10 score from me.
There was an issue with my print job, but it was immediately met with support staff who quickly resolved the issue. They ensured that not only was my issue fixed promptly, but followed up to make sure I was satisfied wth the outcome. Definitely appreciate the above and beyond response.