37 Best Cafes in Detroit

“Absolutely blown away by the food here. The selection of items is crazy..But once you pick an item or two or three. Id say three because you will eat one or two there and be sure to take one home because you will be disappointed in yourself later if you don't..Super polite and friendly staff..It's a shame I can only give 5 stars.10 out of 10.“

“If you haven’t been to Basan, GO! We did the chefs tasting menu and it was phenomenal! Everything was great. The service was also perfect. So glad we decided to try this for our anniversary“

“Beautiful setting, very clean and pretty store with quality products and a great coffee and soup bar.“

“the atmosphere was excellent and so was the service. I liked everything about rosa“

“Had been following for a while, and was finally in the neighborhood. I'm always on the hunt for a good, buttery cookie. My day has arrived. I've traveled the burbs, downtown, and everywhere in between looking for a cookie made with butter, and you can taste it. Ordered 4 choco chip, 2 PB, Shortbread. Omggggg!!!! This shortbread was alast minute add on, so glad I did. It's buttery, tender, not overly sweet. I think I'm in love. Thank you Good Cookies for answering my prayers. This isn't exactly close for me, but definitely worth it.They have a nice lounge, seating area for enjoying your cookies and a hot beverage. Music playing, jazz artist photos just an all around cool vibe. Will definitely be back. Don't forget to sign up for rewards.“

“Very good unique food options and excellent coffee options, we even ordered a 2nd round of coffee to go it was so good. Extremely friendly service. Really enjoyed the entire experience.“

“Our favorite neighborhood coffee shop!“

“I was coming for coffee and then oops lol got ice cream instead. Now whenever I pass by here I pull up to get ice cream. Ice cream texture is not as soft as "normal" ice cream since its frozen with nitrogen. But otherwise it taste great and I recommend. Berry ice cream is ???“

“This is a great place to try out if you are:
-Hungry in the DIA
-Treating your girlfriend to a nice meal
-Looking to take a break from the DIA

Honestly seeing this place for the first time is a breath of fresh air. It’s like dining outside without the blaring sun, the bugs, and the wind blowing away your food. And honestly the prices were not outrageous especially for the atmosphere you are paying for. The service is wonderful and the food was great. Overall experience: 11/10

PS: looking to try the peach flatbread the next time I go ?“

“Genuinely the best coffee I’ve had in Detroit in a while. Super reasonably priced and the roast always seems so even, we bought a bag of whole beans to make espresso drinks at home and the quality and flavor really comes through. Cant wait to keep bringing folks here :)“

“Great latte’s & pastry’s. The staff and atmosphere are always nice as well.“

“Every time I come to Detroit, I try a new coffee shop. This is a great place to get some work done or just hang out (both indoors and out). The matcha I had was great, just a hint of sweetness. Though I didn't get to try the food, I expect it to be good with just the quality of produce that was brought in this morning.“

“Stopped in with a friend to grab a treat. Great selection of offerings with decent prices especially considering the area. Wide variety of options also available from cake to baklava to ice cream. Got the chocolate covered pistachio baklava. It was good not the best baklava I've had but decent. The pecan pie bar was wonderful! Gooey and perfect! Staff was friendly and helpful.“

“I had a wonderful experience At Detroit street cafe. The coffee was great and not terribly priced and the staff was very pleasant. S/O to moe for being overly accommodating towards my needs.

Kid-friendliness: Staff is very kind to kids“

“The iced tea selection was wonderful, had a very refreshing rose peach black tea. It wasn’t just from a tea bag, She blends each made to order! The treats look amazing and there are even several vegan savory items.“

“I'm a business student at WSU and I normally come out to the school a bit earlier to get coffee here. Fourteen East has comfortable, calm vibes and the coffee is amazing. If you need a nice spot to hang out and work, it's perfect.“

“The waffle cafe is amazing! Great food and music! It’s a whole vibe. We were able to eat in the lounge area! I really loved the watermelon lemonade and the lavender as well. I ate the trio waffles and did a sweet and savory combo. I enjoyed the buffalo waffle, the banana pudding and strawberry cheesecake waffles. Ohhh weee! Proud of the owners! Larry awesome job man! I also love that this place is actually in Detroit! And Black Owned! Support!“

“The restaurant has a nice atmosphere but the food could have been hot. The potatoes were unseasoned but the omelet was excellent.“

“The Christmas Bundle and Yule log were fantastic! We were able to enjoy some items at home and had enough to bring to every family gathering. Our families loved everything! Thank you so much!“

“A nice place to stop by look around and enjoy one of their hundreds of books, with a great cup of coffee or tea. The decor reminded me of simpler times. Will definitely return.“

“Favorite spot in town… and in general. Best spot for a relaxed morning, sitting outside. Staff are always friendly and drinks are consistent. Big huge fan! Not the place for working on a laptop, which is my favorite part, just pausing to enjoy the moment!“

“The fact that a COVID-19 card was needed upon entry, along with the fact that it wasn't advertised on the door, were the lowlights. I don't anticipate returning until the policy is changed. My recommendation is to obtain an updated COVID-19 card, and have it on your phone or in your pocket/purse/wallet before you visit. it will save the trouble of being turned away.“

“The MOCAD Café is a relaxing and very chill café located directly inside the Museum of Contemporary Art. As expected, the space is designed thoughtfully and exudes relaxation. It has an urban-industrial feel with a touch of modernism. The big garage windows allow for plenty of natural light - when it's warm, they're open to allow a nice breeze. There are many tables with chairs, creating a perfect atmosphere for small group gatherings or a quiet work sesh'.Not only do they sell coffee, tea, and baked goods sourced locally, but there's also a fully stocked bar with a rotating seasonal menu. Many of the cocktails are bright and refreshing, having been curated by the bartenders. Pricing is fair, as well. The staff are always friendly and kind, and the service has been nothing short of splendid.You don't need to visit the museum to visit the café, as it's located directly to the right of you as you enter the museum. Stop in for a drink or treat, and enjoy the museum if you have time.“

“Chili Mexican is life so delicious“

“Best perch dinner around!“

“Great serves and awesome friends and family environment.“

“A lot of fun activities that is in hood-great people!“

“First I'd like to express how delighted I am with this cafe's staff who are always cheerful and welcoming. Their food is extremely fresh, and I am amazed at the wide selection of choices they offer in their bright, and very clean cafe. Try their soups, usually 3 or 4 choices that change each day. I like to get their lamb shawermas too, and really, their mediterrabean offerings are tasty! They also do a bunch of yummy sandwiches made right on the spot to order. I tend to try their daily specials, as those are usually being prepared and cooked freshly just moments before lunchtime. You might find a mac n cheese one day, a lasagne the next. Today I'm enjoying their spiced chicken. You can clearly see all of the ingredients offered, and if you arrive early in the day, they do a breakfast selection to keep you going. As their clean, bright, cozy space is take-out only, the outdoor deck is only 20 feet away, a nice place to eat on non-Winter days. There is a padded bench just inside nearby in a pinch. They're a family business, so please do come and satisfy your hunger.“

“The summer lychee boba tea was delicious! Such a cute shop!“

“I don’t know why people are saying the avocado toast is the only vegan option. They have an amazing vegan breakfast hash that is really flavorful and super filling. I took a screenshot of the item via their online ordering so everyone can see the ingredients. The staff was very friendly and accommodating with my order of the hash with no mushrooms. My partner had it as is. Seriously, give it a try. It is a great breakfast!“

“great food at affordable prices!! the staff is so friendly and amazing!! recommend everyone to give it a try!“

“I ate at Delite pretty regularly pre-covid and have always found their food amazing and the staff friendly.However, when I called into their midtown location I didnt realize the hours were different. The man working (I think his name was Taher) was so kind, and stayed so late to make sure I could eat. And he even gave us extra falafel because it was the end of the day.I highly recommend this restaurant, and I will definitely be back! Please don't be like me - check the hours before you call in an order :)“

“Just went to the DIA on the weekend and I was absolutely blown away by the entire collection of art and artifacts. The massive collection is beyond impressive and it covers a wide range of periods in time and regions. I could go on forever about this place but I won't; if you love art and history this is the place for you. I will definitely be back again. Oh, and we had lunch there and it was delicious too.“

“We had our sober social and karaoke night at The Congregation. They were amazing. They had everything we needed and helped to make sure we were all set for our event. The mocktails were a huge hit and the coffee is the greatest. We’ll definitely be back.“

“This is inside of cold stone creamery in greektown.Had to get my fave the original caramel apple with peanuts. Service is decent, only 3 staff working and the line was out the door. Ask them to cut your apple. It’s a PERFECT way to eat it and also to share !If the wait wasn’t so long this would definitely be a 5 star rating“