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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riskyrain
Jun 26, 2025
4.0
This place single-handedly got me through my undergrad at UMICH. Best addition they have added by far. Food is fire, atmosphere is phenomenal, and people are chill. Anytime of day you come here it's really good. The only complaint I have is that the spinach feta pretzel melt (my fav) is WAY too expensive, I could get a burger meal for that price. Otherwise Central campus is the best, I love this place.
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Tiffanie Waldron
Jun 8, 2025
5.0
Great service! Clean, friendly, and delicious drinks. Will return and recommend to others. Lois was polite and courteous with her customer service!
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Elif Saglik
Jun 6, 2025
4.0
The barista was amazing! She was super kind, welcoming, and my coffee was pretty good! I ordered an iced vanilla late - it wasn’t the best I’ve had but it was still pretty good! The atmosphere was welcoming and perfect for studying/cozy vibes. Definitely recommend!
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?
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 is Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea located in Ann Arbor?
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea is located at 530 South State St., Room 1300, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, inside the University of Michigan Union.
What are the opening hours of Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea at the UM Union location?
Sweetwaters is open Monday through Saturday from 7:30 AM to midnight, and on Sunday from 9:30 AM to midnight.
Does Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea offer delivery or pickup services?
Sweetwaters offers in-store pickup and delivery through various platforms, including DoorDash, Grubhub, UberEats, Postmates, and eZcater.
Can I order Sweetwaters coffee and tea online or through an app?
Yes, you can order online via the Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea website, their mobile app available on iOS and Android, or through delivery apps like DoorDash, Grubhub, and UberEats.
What types of specialty coffee and tea drinks does Sweetwaters offer?
Sweetwaters offers a wide range of drinks including lattes, cold brew, espresso, cappuccino, mochas, organic and fair trade coffees, whole-leaf teas, chai latte, matcha latte, and unique signature drinks like Creme Caramel and French Vietnamese Au Lait.
What food options are available at Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea?
They serve hot, freshly made sandwiches on various breads, pastries like scones, croissants, and desserts including lemon bars, mini donuts, macarons, cookies, brownies, and cakes. They also serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.
Does Sweetwaters offer catering services?
Yes, Sweetwaters provides catering options such as coffee and tea boxes, assorted pastry and dessert trays, sandwich trays with a 10-person minimum, yogurt parfaits, and more.
What types of payment methods does Sweetwaters accept?
Sweetwaters accepts major credit cards including American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa, as well as debit cards and mobile NFC payments. They do not require cash only.
What nearby places can I visit around Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea at the UM Union?
Nearby points of interest include the Michigan Union, University of Michigan Bookstore, UMMA Cafe, and the University Activities Center, making it easy to combine a visit to Sweetwaters with shopping, dining, or campus events.
How can nearby locations help me find Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea or enhance my visit?
Sweetwaters is located inside the Michigan Union near popular spots like Panera Bread and Qdoba, so you can plan a meal or coffee break while exploring campus. The nearby UM Bookstore and cultural venues such as MUSKET theater offer activities before or after your visit.