19 Best Cafes near East Lansing

“Amazing experience. The hubby and I thought we were just stopping for a coffee and dessert until CuCu made the experience delightful and went above and beyond. Their coffee was delicious and the caramel espresso dessert was top notch. We will definitely be back and recommend this place to everyone.“

“Family run business with great food and coffee!“

“Ya good little spot for 🧋 boba tea“

“This place is a hidden gem for me! Food comes out fresh and delicious, very generous portion size and quick and friendly service.

I’m not sure what these recent reviews are all about. If you’re not a fan of the price you’re always welcome to go elsewhere lol.. I find the price reasonable but everyone’s different. Anyway I love the dishes it’s very comfort food!“

“Amazing costumer service! Amazing coffee made quick and to perfection. Highly recommend the salted caramel latte“

“I am a chef who came in with my wife... critiquing this place doesn't exactly sit right with me, because they have done an overall fantastic job...so let's start there..first off the music played that day was absolute perfection for the time, and number of people inside. The person taking care of us went out of her way to make me something not offered on the menu. The decor was warm and clean...I was wondering how it would be if they were really busy...about those issues though...having water already on the table is ok, but put it in a decanter you can't see the minerals through, shot glasses are not glasses..and she gave me ice cold syrup for the waffle I ordered.....other than that FANTASTIC...my wife and I enjoyed being there and WILL RETURN“

“Hands down the best Bigby in the area. It’s a hidden gem. The staff is super friendly and sweet. They are quick and attentive and greet you when you walk in. It’s also a very quiet atmosphere if you want to relax alone or with someone and enjoy a little pick me up.“

“Went here for a night out in the beautiful EL and was served by Ella. She went above and beyond by continually providing prompt service always with a smile on her face. Even when my close colleague was lying on the floor she continued to provide great assistance by gathering both waters and mozzarella sticks (10/10) for him. I have since chosen her as my godmother for my 2nd oldest and she has continued to provide amazing service for us all!“

“Great location! Staff is always pleasant and the food/drinks are consistent and reliable!!“

“The flavors are perfect… friendly cozy and just welcoming. I wish they were closer. Please stop in and enjoy truly delicious offerings“

“I never needed another reason to remain a lifelong customer of Soup Spoon, but today truly cemented it. Over the years, we’ve celebrated countless anniversaries, birthdays, and every special moment in between at Soup Spoon. For someone who isn’t materialistic and values meaningful experiences over things, what better gift could there be than a Soup Spoon gift card? When my fiancé stopped in to pick one up, he was welcomed by a familiar, smiling face. What could have been a simple transaction turned into something much more. Not only did they take the time to warmly greet him and express genuine gratitude for our continued support, but they also listened to his story and made him feel like the most important person in the room. That kind of authentic hospitality is rare. It’s why Soup Spoon isn’t just a restaurant to us — it’s part of our story. And it’s why we’ll keep coming back for years to come.“

“Just tried calling to order a small breakfast for pick up. The girl that answered the call said they are too busy to take to go orders. Said I can call in 20 minutes for a lunch order. I didn't want lunch. I would have been happy to wait longer to pick it up bc I had some errands to run anyways. Also, I called at 1045. According to their website they were selling breakfast until noon. I've done customer service for years and waitressed a fair amount in that time. This isnt how you do it. I'm all for supporting small businesses as I have one myself but I probably won't be back.“

“The service was prompt and my latte (Salted Carmel) was the a absolute best!! I loved the atmosphere and the premium on TRUTH was refreshing! RUN, don't walk to The Urban Cup of Lansing!“

“I grabbed lunch from here today for the first time. All staff I encountered and the owner were super nice, there was a nice selection of hot food and snacks, the prices were reasonable, and the portions were generous. I will definitely be back again. Hopefully, I can leave early enough to stop in for breakfast before work one of these days!“

“GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE! Wait isn’t long at all! very nice environment to stay and hang out!“

“Lovely little coffee shop! I enjoy their Westside location and am so glad to have a spot on the Eastside that is more convenient for me. The space is bright and welcoming, the baristas have always been friendly and helpful, and the staff has been very accommodating of my service dog and I. They even asked and provided him with a pup cup during our last visit! (To be clear, they are not a pet friendly business and only allow service animals per the ADA.) I typically order tea, though they have a nice selection of coffees and pastries as well. My only critique is that I wish they had more cozy, lounge-type seating, since right now they have mostly desks (although with plenty of outlets for online work). We've been here a few times already since they opened the Okemos location and will continue to visit often!“

“This is my ideal place to meet up with friends or get coffee while I shop in the bookstore. It is very cozy, friendly, and convenient. The food is always good. I am so glad that this place is open following the COVID pandemic. You can also be here alone while eating and, in the meantime, reading a book or magazine.“

“Zoe and Katie at the elmwood location are amazing! They helped me pick an amazing drink for a friend in need so thank you!!!“

“OHHHH MY! Literally the best cupcakes I have ever had. I bought four different flavors and a small red velvet cake and ALL of them would fool someone who doesn’t even have celiac. Thank you for your customer service and amazing cakes.“