Best Coffee Shops in Traverse City
Traverse City is a beverage destination and coffee is no exception. Whether you're looking to start your day with a caffeine boost, have a cozy afternoon pick-me-up, or purchase locally roasted beans to take home, there are plenty of shops to choose from.
Local Coffee Roasters
Favorite Coffee Shops
Mundos- 3 Locations and counting!
Mundos opened its doors in 2017 here in Traverse City. What started as a dream turned into a family-run business and soon went from one location to three with a fourth on the way outside of Traverse City in Suttons Bay. They offer classic yet modern spaces with fantastic coffee, tasty foods, and a true sense of community.
Mundos West
720 W Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684
Located on the edge of downtown TC, this location is geared towards grab-and-go cups of coffee. Of course, serving their own, locally roasted blends, they gear this location towards shorter wait times for grabbing a cup on the go. They offer special rewards for those who choose to be eco-conscious so they encourage you to walk, bike, and bring your own cup to this location!
Mundos 305
305 W Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684
Located a little deeper into downtown, this location is community oriented. This space is larger, light-filled, and has a great view of the city streets with full-wall windows. Here you’ll find a more extensive food and drink menu and more seating options. This is the perfect place to meet for a gathering or set up to work remotely.
Mundos HQ
1238 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686
This is the relocated original location of Mundos. Located just outside of the hustle and bustle of downtown, this is where the magic happens! All of the bean roasting and scratch-made pastries come from this location. In the summer they have their overhead garage door open for a great breeze and they also offer various seating options inside. You can experience their full food and drink menu in the communal atmosphere or nestle into one of their quieter rooms for a cozy work environment - the perfect shop with something for everyone.
108 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684
Brew is a rustic coffee shop located in the historic Opera House building in downtown Traverse City. They offer a cozy, laid-back atmosphere, all-day breakfast, and proudly serve MadCap Coffee while also offering microbrews and wine. It’s the perfect place to set up a laptop, people watch on Front Street, or catch up with friends any time of the day.
806 Red Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684
Higher Grounds Trading Co. is a local roaster with a shop located in the Grand Traverse Commons. Their shop is simple and open allowing you to take in the beautiful grounds of The Commons while enjoying a cup of decadent, fair-trade, wholesome coffee. They offer tastings, tours of their roastery and sell their beans all over the area.
Their commitment to sustainability is impressive and their purpose is a great one -
“High quality coffee is sustainable only through a human-centric approach. It’s a simple idea. And as we like to think of it, our secret recipe for the best cup of coffee in the world.”
144 Hall St #100, Traverse City, MI 49684
Rough Pony is a new, eclectic coffee shop and juice bar located in the Warehouse District. They serve Stockist coffee and source local ingredients for their plethora of drinks and other offerings. Their shelves are stocked with books and zines provided by Wild Pages - a local bookshop, and the vibes properly reflect the unique experience.
321 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684
Morsels began in 2008 in the heart of downtown TC and have since moved to its current location which now sits right on the Boardman River. They serve Intelligentsia coffee and signature, bite-sized baked goodies that are perfect for any occasion. With a beautiful view of West Grand Traverse Bay, a cozy fireplace inside, and a perfect, outdoor patio space, it’s a great spot to enjoy a cup of coffee and a sweet treat.
Favorite Drive-Through Coffee
1060 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
Cuppa Joe is a local favorite for a quick cup of coffee. They serve Roaster Jack Coffee as well as smoothies, tea, and baked goods all sourced from local businesses around the area. They have been a drive-through staple here in TC since 1999 and have opened two additional sit-down locations. Cuppa Joe is a tried-and-true business that believes in our local community.
