Community-focused spots for spectacular coffee and light snacks. Smack in the middle of Uptown.

Great spot “around the corner” in Chelsea to grab a snack and sangria. Authentic neighborhood vibe and the food and beverage are always reliable.

Exceptional cafes scattered throughout the Loop. Serving coffee and substantial foods for breakfast and lunch, all done a little differently. Well designed spaces and presentation.

Former Brothers + Sisters. All day cafe in Ukrainian Village. Smoked and cured meats from Underground Food Collective in Madison. Small producer cheeses. Herbaceous. Stunning design. Well edited. What more do you need?

Handmade truffles, caramels, marshmallows and sipping chocolates produced using carefully sourced ingredients. Wildflower honey instead of corn syrup. Cream from 500 cow herd.

Open to members and guests since 1930, Detroit’s original urban health club and the only historic bath house left in the city. Hot room, sauna, cold pool and relaxation room Schedule divided between men only, women only, co-ed and private parties so check before you visit. Unexpected bonus is a great meal or snack at The Schvitz.

The 1926 Wurlitzer is alive again. Music store, repair shop, concert space and recording studio and now reborn as the slender and elegant Renaissance Revival Siren. Behind the red velvet curtains lies the glamorous and sexy Candy Bar. Sip original creations beneath a magnificent glass chandelier and white palm trees. Guestrooms range from bunk bed hideouts to the lavish penthouse. Enjoy freshly roasted coffees at Populace on the lobby. Siren Shop for curiosities

One of few choices available in downtown Detroit for unique lodging. Stay in the former Detroit fire department headquarters building and experience The Foundation. Many original features preserved and local furniture and craftsmanship everywhere. Visit The Apparatus Room for any meal, or in between snack, coffee and cocktails. 

Serving finely roasted local coffees in orange modernist building on Griswold Street. Proud support of electronic music.

Bustling downtown cafe serving coffee they roast themselves and baked in-house cheesecakes.