24 Best Coffee Shops in Kalamazoo

“For the record, theses guys have THE BEST drip coffee in town! They also have some of the best pour rovers in town. Not to mention the tea, the food, the staff, the vibe. If you haven’t been, you’re missing out!“

“This place is a hidden gem! It is located away from high volume traffic and has a rustic, cozy vibe.
The blueberry peach muffins are to die for, service is quick, and the coffee is well worth the trip! There are artist markets and other fun events, too!“

“Everything here is perfect… the coffee, the breakfast items, sandwiches, desserts, the display, the staff. I always stop by when I am in town.“

“The best place downtown to get coffee. amazing atmosphere with their indoor greenhouse, awesome pastries and fresh bagels made every day. They also have homemade soup often including home grown ingredients.“

“This coffee shop is one of my top Picks! Great service and great coffee!!! I haven’t had a bad experience here and would highly recommend it!“

“I've been to all the Factory Coffee locations now, and I've never had a bad experience. Service is always amazing, kind and helpful, especially for a foodie/coffee nut like me who can be indecisive. Each atmosphere is a bit different, but I've been able to do work or meet with people at all of them- super cozy and modern. Food and drinks are great too! Espresso has been perfectly brewed everywhere I've gone, not sour or bitter, while maintaining a bold flavor. I love their fun specials too! (Baklava latte is RIDICULOUS). Im glad to have a go-to coffee spot in kzoo now!“

“I just had my first cup of Macciatto from Walnut & Park. A coworker decided to bless me with it. Soooo good and so close to where I work! I will be coming in very soon to receive the blessing on my own!! Thanks!“

“Thank you Chris for hanging that awesome American flag on the wall at Westnedge , and the Michigan Flag at Gull road is even better very nice“

“The boba was very refreshing“

“You were a first suggestion from a local hotel. We went with it and boy were we glad we did! First thing noticed was the delicate yet beautiful land scape. Upon entering we were greeted with many “good mornings” :) it felt good. The colors of the establishment really make you feel welcomed. It was not hectic or crazy or loud yet the machine was working so beautifully. Our waiter was incredibly kind and on top of the coffee refills! The food….. my goodness how can we forget that…. I mean y’all are a restaurant right!! I swear it felt like I was reviewing something for better homes and gardens…. The food was priced well below average I’d say. But the portions were over achieved. Both of us were over satisfied with our visit. Thank you…. Great/ impeccable service is hard to find! Way to go management/owner!!!!“

“Second time there and second time with great food and service!“

“Top notch customer service from everyone that works here! Maddie is such a sweetheart, willing to go above and beyond for the customers. I have always loved this biggby and recommend it to anyone I know!“

“Love everything about this place🥰“

“Only the Best place to eat in kzoo.!!!“

“Kyla and Kyli were super friendly and made our group great drinks!!“

“Sweetwater's Donut Mill: A Delicious Blast from the Past!

As ex-locals who've been away from Kalamazoo for a while, revisiting Sweetwater's Donut Mill was like unearthing a cherished, delicious memory – and it was even better than we remembered!

The moment you walk in, the familiar, comforting aroma of freshly baked donuts instantly transports you back. The sheer variety is still astounding; from classic glazed and old-fashioned to their more unique and decadent creations, there's something to tempt every palate.

For anyone who grew up in or lived in Kalamazoo, Sweetwater's is more than just a donut shop – it's a nostalgic landmark. Coming back and finding it just as fantastic as we left it was incredibly heartwarming. The staff were just as friendly and efficient as we remembered, too!

If you're an ex-local like us, or even if you're just passing through Kalamazoo, do yourself a HUGE favor and stop by Sweetwater's Donut Mill. We'll be making sure it's not a forgotten favorite ever again!“

“I just stopped here after three years of Not having sweet water! I stopped in at the drive-through and Olivia was amazing! Her customer service was amazing and it’s hard to find that nowadays! She even was able to show me the difference between a yeast donut and a cake donut she was just fabulous! I couldn’t remember what donuts I ordered, and she even gave me the sheet of all the donuts that I had got! I will definitely come back when I have more chances! Thank you, Olivia 🫶🏻“

“Just stopped in. Just wanna thank the barista working tonight I didn't catch her name but she was really nice and generous. Took a sip of both coffees and they are the best mochas I've tasted from Starbucks. Hope she's working again when I come in next.“

“Best coffee ever! My go to is an iced Dolce Le Leche with oatmilk. It’s the perfect pick-me-up.“

“I want to start off by saying the little phrases the staff writes on the cups?!? CHEFS KISS! They’re all so sweet and so pleasant I love everyone there! Such a good crowd of people. This side of town is so lucky to have a Starbucks location full of wonderful baristas. 1000 stars from me.“

“Everything here is perfect… the coffee, the breakfast items, sandwiches, desserts, the display, the staff. I always stop by when I am in town.“

“I was on the hunt for a coffee shop that a) makes great coffee and b) doesn't have music playing! Why does everywhere feel the need to play music? Water Street Coffee - friendly, helpful and attentive staff. The shop itself was small, nicely set up, and best of all - no music. I came, expecting to take my coffee to go, and instead sat and lingered and then had a breakfast sandwich.“

“Small Mom and Pop shop. Best bagels ever! Today, I got the Asiago cheese right out of being made! OMG best ever. The menu sandwiches look so good. (On diet, so bagel is plenty for me) They have a big refrigerator case with lots of drink options. I do not drink coffee, so not sure how it is. I was happy to find Celsius and my fav flavor. They also have various Asian ice cream, candy, etc.

Parking: Parking is great, right now! S. Westnedge is all blocked due to construction. This makes it less traveled so parking is easy to find. They have a parking lot and side street parking & usually parking right out front.“

“First timer! Great customer service and the drinks were delicious! Can’t wait to go back, especially for the mango jelly!“