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Founded in Ann Arbor Michigan, Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea offers indulgent, real ingredient focused drinks with a global influence inspired by our founders Wei & Lisa's love of food & beverages and driven by their creativity. Enjoy a fresh-pressed Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte or Mocha from our classic coffee menu. Or a unique, signature drink like Creme Caramel, Dreamy Cold Brew, French Vietnamese Au Lait, Thai Iced Tea or Frozen Strawberry Bliss. Our extensive premium tea selection includes Pomegranate Green, Oolong, Chai, Imperial Black, Matcha, and herbal teas. Try our fresh, classic café fare of decadent pastries & desserts, delicious sandwiches, frozen drinks & more. Join us at the cafe to relax, work or meet with others in our warm, inviting neighborhood coffeehouse.
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- Dine-inAvailable
- DeliveryAvailable
- TakeoutAvailable
- Accepts reservationsNot available
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Reviews
4.4
263 reviews
5 stars
169
4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Staff Friendliness
Customers consistently praised the staff for being friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Drink Quality
Most reviews highlighted the delicious and creative drink options, with specific mentions of seasonal offerings.
Atmosphere
The coffee shop's location within the library creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere, ideal for studying or relaxing.
Service Speed
While many experiences were positive regarding service speed, some customers reported delays and issues with order accuracy.
Menu Variety
The menu offers a diverse selection of drinks and food, appealing to a wide range of tastes.
- MSMarina SextonNov 16, 20255.0Nice coffee & sweets enjoyable at the westgate library with nice books and play areas for kids 📚
- DGDiane GrantNov 10, 20255.0They make my coffee perfectly!
- HAHarmony AngelOct 22, 20255.0Coffee shop connected to the library, lots of public parking and restrooms available.
- RSRuss SprinkleOct 21, 20255.0Coffee and books often seem to go together, and this place is no different. You often find coffee houses that have shelves lined with books. Well, this place takes that concept to a whole new level. The coffee house is either inside or connected to the Ann Arbor public library, so you’re surrounded by books. The seating is ample and comfortable, and most importantly, the coffee is good.
- SLSara LinOct 3, 20255.0Fall drink menu is so fun! But beware if you don't particularly have a sweet tooth. Staff is so kind and accomodating, and I ended up loving my pumpkin cold brew. Sweetwater's is an Ann Arbor gem!
Frequently Asked Questions About Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
Where does Sweetwaters' coffees and teas come from?
Sweetwaters coffees are grown around the world from Latin America to Asia. We only use the highest quality arabica beans which are custom blended & roasted to bring out the best in the beans' flavor, body, & acidity. Our founders, Wei & Lisa, grew up with many wonderful teas and used their knowledge & Asian heritage to select unique & exquisite-tasting teas from as far as China, Japan, India, S. Africa & Egypt.
Is Sweetwaters coffee and tea fair trade and/or organic?
Sweetwaters offers several Fair Trade and organic coffees such as our Midnight Blend, Arbor Ypsi Blend, Red Moon, and various seasonal coffees. Our teas are whole-leaf teas. We use premium real ingredients for specialty teas such as Matcha, Chai, Thai Iced Tea, Ginger Lemon Tea, & Ginger Raspberry Tea
Can you order Sweetwaters’ coffee or tea online?
Download the Sweetwaters app at the Apple App Store or on Google Play. Many options for online ordering; Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea website, DoorDash, Grubhub, UberEats, Postmates, and eZcater
What types of sandwiches can you get at a Sweetwaters?
We offer hot, freshly made sandwiches on a bagel, biscuit, pretzel bun, and at some locations, butter croissants. Fillings include: ham, turkey, bacon, egg, and cheese!
What types of pastries and desserts are available at Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea?
Blueberry Scones, Cinnamon Scones, CranOrange Scones, Chocolate Croissants, Butter Croissants, Bagels, Lemon Bars, Mini French Donuts, Macarons, Joy Nut Bars, Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Charlie Brownies, Carrot Cake, OMG Chocolate Cake, Tiramisu
What type of events happen at a Sweetwaters?
Live Music, Pop Up Events, Coloring Night, Cookies & Milk, Game Nights, Networking Night, Spirit Night (Sports), Tasting Nights, Touch A Truck, & other community events.
Can I order Sweetwaters from DoorDash, GrubHub, UberEats?
Yes, Sweetwaters can be ordered on these apps and websites.
What kind of specialty coffee and tea drinks can you get at Sweetwaters?
Latte, Cold Brew Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Organic & Fair Trade Coffees & Whole-leaf Teas, Mocha, Dreamy Cold Brew, Frozen Ice Dragons, Creme Caramel, Dragon Eye, French Vietnamese Au Lait, Chai Latte, Great Pumpkin Latte, Spice Carmel Apple, Matcha Latte, Fruit Teas, Iced Teas, Lemonades, & Tea Lemonades
Does Sweetwaters provide catering services?
Yes, Sweetwaters offers boxes of brewed coffee or tea serving 10 - 12, coffee & tea 6 packs and individually sealed bottles, assorted pastry and or dessert trays with scones, croissants, lemon bars, mini donuts, joy nut bars, cookies, brownies and cakes, & whole cakes, tiramisu. Sandwich trays of biscuit, bagel or pretzel sandwiches (10 person minimum) yogurt parfaits, potato chips
Is Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea a franchise?
Yes, Sweetwaters has 39 locations across the U.S in 11 states. If you are interested in owning a Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, please visit our website for more information
Where does Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea source its coffees and teas from?
Sweetwaters sources its coffees from around the world including Latin America and Asia, using only high-quality arabica beans that are custom blended and roasted. Their teas are selected from countries like China, Japan, India, South Africa, and Egypt, leveraging the founders' Asian heritage.
Does Sweetwaters offer Fair Trade or organic coffee and tea options?
Yes, Sweetwaters offers several Fair Trade and organic coffees such as Midnight Blend, Arbor Ypsi Blend, and Red Moon, as well as whole-leaf teas with premium ingredients.
Can I order Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea online or for delivery?
Yes, you can order Sweetwaters online through their app available on the Apple App Store and Google Play, their website, and on delivery platforms like DoorDash, Grubhub, UberEats, Postmates, and eZcater.
What types of food items are available at Sweetwaters?
Sweetwaters offers freshly made hot sandwiches with various fillings, a selection of pastries such as blueberry scones, croissants, lemon bars, and desserts including carrot cake and tiramisu.
What are Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea's operating hours?
Sweetwaters is open Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Does Sweetwaters provide catering services?
Yes, Sweetwaters offers catering including coffee and tea boxes, pastry and dessert trays, sandwich trays, yogurt parfaits, and whole cakes for events.
What payment methods does Sweetwaters accept?
Sweetwaters accepts major credit cards including American Express, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa, as well as debit cards and mobile NFC payments.
What nearby stores and services are close to Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea?
Nearby places include Saucony (shoe store), T.J.Maxx (department and women's clothing store), Learning Express Toys (toy store), Sweet Heather Anne (bakery and candy store), and Ann Arbor District Library (library and cafe).
How can visiting nearby T.J.Maxx complement my visit to Sweetwaters?
After enjoying a meal or drink at Sweetwaters, you can conveniently shop for clothing and home goods at nearby T.J.Maxx, making your outing both satisfying and efficient.
Is there a nearby library where I can continue sipping coffee while reading?
Yes, the Ann Arbor District Library, which offers a cafe, is close to Sweetwaters, allowing you to enjoy coffee and a comfortable reading environment in one visit.