Looking for the best coffee shops in Traverse city? Look no further! Here’s your all-encompassing list of Traverse City’s coffee shops!
Coffee Shops in Traverse City: Downtown
The must-visit coffee shops downtown.
Brew
Unfortunately Brew closed down in 2023, but I’m keeping this block here because Brew was my and my sister’s favorite coffee shop that we frequented often throughout my 4 years living in Traverse City
With a prime location on Front St just east of Union, Brew is one of the best coffee shop cafes to hang out in the morning, noon, and night. Brew is open until 9PM, often featuring live music, they have delicious small plates and snacks, and not to mention the drinks. From coffee, to cocktails, anyone and everyone can enjoy something. Whether you’re looking to study, read, or catch up with friends, Brew is your place. (This is hands down one of my favorite coffee shops in Traverse City)
Espresso Bay
Mon-Sat 7AM-6PM | Sun 8AM-5PM
Located on the corner of Front St and Cass, Espresso Bay is your go-to Northern Michigan coffee shop. With endless blends of coffee and various lattes that change each season, there’s always something new and delicious to try at Espresso Bay. This is the perfect spot to grab a seat and study or take your coffee down to the bay.
Good Harbor
Mon-Saturday 7AM-2PM | Sun closed
This is Traverse City’s oldest coffee shop, located on Front St just west of Union. Good Harbor has in-house pastries and delicious espresso drinks. However, there is very limited seating is available inside but don’t let this deter you from swinging in and taking a beverage or treat to-go.
Hexenbelle
Tue-Fri 7:30AM-3PM | Sat 8AM-3PM | Sun-Mon closed
In the Warehouse district of TC you’ll find one of the best coffee shops in Traverse City! With mouth-watering coffee and espresso drinks, treats for breakfast, and home-made Arabic food, Hexenbelle is a must-visit! A good amount of seating is available inside and when the sun is shining you can grab a seat out on their patio. In conclusion, this is one of the most unique coffee shops in Traverse City!
Mundos Roasting & Co.
Mundos West: Mon-Sat 7AM-2PM Sun closed | Mundos 305: Mon-Sat 8AM-4PM Sun closed
With three locations in Traverse City, there is no shortage of delicious beverages to be found! Undeniably, each location of Mundos has incredibly creamy lattes, freshly roasted coffee, and mouth-watering plates. Mundos West is located on Front St west of Division, with limited seating indoors and outdoors. This is my favorite place to either grab a cup to-go or sit with my laptop and work. The downtown location, Mundos 305, has expansive seating. This is the perfect place to hunker down for a day of work or to get together with your friends. Mundos HQ is located on Garfield and also features lots of seating! Mundos hands down is one of my favorite coffee shops in Traverse City when I know I need to get work done!
Morsels
Mon-Fri 7:30AM-6PM | Sat-Sun 8AM-6PM
Espresso + Eatables, what more could you want? Located on the east end of downtown, this is the spot to start your day and explore Traverse City. Park in the Hardy Parking Garage and make your way across the street to Morsels. Grab a seat along the Boardman River and enjoy delicious pastries and desserts to last you the entire day. Try some creamy espresso drinks perfect for the morning or mid-afternoon pick me up.
Rough Pony
Wed-Mon 8AM-3PM | Tues CLOSED
Rough Pony is located where BLK/MKT was previously and run by the owners of Rose & Fern, you have Traverse City’s coolest cafe shop by far. Not just limited to coffee, Rough Pony has smoothies, house made spritzers, food, books, and more! Undoubtedly, the most inclusive and friendly space in the Warehouse MKT, Rough Pony is also located in the same building as Hexenbelle! Visit the cute plant shop next door, Darling Botanical Co, with your beverage and then head down Hall St. for a short walk to the bay!
Coffee Shops in Traverse City
Locations around the outskirts of downtown, east, and west bay.
Aroma Coffee and Tea
Some of the world’s best coffee and tea can be found here on Traverse City’s west bay! With an extensive menu of coffee, tea, espresso drinks, smoothies, pastries, and more this is your place to start your day. Located conveniently on the corner of M-22 and M-72, if you’re heading into town you can stop at Aroma Coffee and Tea first to fuel up for your day!
Cuppa Joe
Westside: Everyday 8AM-3PM | Eastside: Everyday 8AM-3PM
Joe Drive-Thru: Mon-Fri 8-6AM-8-5PM Sat-Sun 7AM-5PM
The must-visit TC chain! With 3 locations across Traverse City, you can’t miss Cuppa Joe! On the westside of Traverse City, you can visit Cuppa Joe in the historic Grand Traverse Commons. Over the East Bay? No problem! Head to the corner of 4-mile road and US-31 for a pick me up. If you happen to be on your way out of town, swing through the drive-thru Cuppa Joe on the corner of US-31/Parkway and Garfield.
Mundos HQ
Mundos HQ: Mon-Sat 8AM-8PM Sun closed
With three locations in Traverse City, four total in Northern Michigan this is Traverse City’s largest coffee chain, and for a good reason! Each location of Mundos has incredibly creamy lattes, freshly roasted coffee, and mouth-watering plates. Mundos West is located on Front St west of Division, with limited seating indoors and outdoors. This is my favorite place to either grab a cup to-go or sit with my laptop and work. The downtown location, Mundos 305, has expansive seating. This is the perfect place to hunker down for a day of work or to get together with your friends. Mundos HQ is located on Garfield and features lots of seating!
Higher Grounds
Everyday 8AM – 3PM
Located in the Historic Grand Traverse Commons this is the perfect spot to grab a latte or pour-over while shopping, exploring, or finishing your hike in the nature preserve behind The Commons. With numerous unique blends and flavors there’s something for everyone. My favorite coffee of Higher Grounds is the Justice blend, hands down one of the smoothes breakfast blends out there! Make sure to pick up a bag for yourself!
Coffee Shops around Traverse City
Favorites west of TC
Leelanau Coffee Roasters – Glen Arbor
Hours vary by season: Summer (mid June – mid August) Daily 7AM-5PM | Fall (mid August – end of October) Daily 7AM – 5PM | Winter (November – mid May) Sun-Fri 7:30AM-3PM Sat 7:30AM-5PM | Spring (mid May – mid June) Daily 7AM-5PM
Tucked in the quaint and perfect town of Glen Arbor, this is a must-visit. Leelanau Coffee Roasters has declicious coffee and espresso, pastries and light breakfast options. Not to mention a MYRID of coffee to take home and enjoy. My hands-down favorite (and this may be my favorite coffee blend of all time) is the Sleeping Bear Bay Blend, this is my dad’s favorite too! Enjoy your beverage inside or out on their beautiful patio!
Thurs-Tues 7AM-3PM Wed closed
If you want coffee, breakfast, or lunch, Ursa Major takes care of it all! A delicious diner and one of my family’s favorites for coffee (particularly the Sleeping Bear latte, hot or frozen!). Located in the gorgeous city of Beulah, steps from Crystal Lake, this is the perfect stop to make if you’re exploring Beulah, heading up to Sleeping Bear Dunes, or before you head west to Frankfort!
Favorites up Leelanau Peninsula
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 7AM-2PM | Sat-Sun 8AM-3PM \ Wed closed
What was previously Mundo’s North, this beautiful coffee shop still holds just as delicious coffee, lattes, and small bites! Hive is located in the heart of downtown Sutton’s Bay, the perfect place to stop while shopping and dining or to pick up your morning coffee before you start your day!
Pedaling Beans – Lake Leelanau
Everyday 8AM-1PM
Right in the heart of Lake Leelanau, Pedaling Beans has incredible homemade pastries and the perfect caffeinated beverages to perk you up! Whether you’re stopping in while biking through Northern Michigan or just starting your day exploring Leelanau County this is a must-visit local spot!
