Certified by Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea • Mar 01, 2026
Coffee ShopCafeTea RoomBreakfast Restaurant
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea offers indulgent, real ingredient focused drinks with a global influence inspired by our founder'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.
Details
Dine-inAvailable
DeliveryAvailable
TakeoutAvailable
Accepts reservationsNot available
Requires appointmentNot available
Credit cardAvailable
DebitAvailable
Mobile paymentsAvailable
Cash onlyNot available
Curbside pickupAvailable
Drive-throughNot available
BreakfastAvailable
LunchAvailable
DinnerAvailable
VegetarianAvailable
VeganNot available
RestroomAvailable
Onsite servicesAvailable
Free street parkingAvailable
Paid street parkingAvailable
Valet parkingNot available
Welcomes familiesAvailable
Kid friendlyAvailable
Wheelchair accessible entranceAvailable
Wheelchair accessible restroomAvailable
Wheelchair accessible seatingAvailable
Location
Certified by Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea • Mar 01, 2026
Certified by Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea • Mar 01, 2026
Reviews
4.6
246 reviews
5 stars
195
4 stars
23
3 stars
11
2 stars
8
1 star
9
What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Staff Friendliness
Customers consistently praised the staff for being friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Coffee Quality
The coffee received high marks for taste and quality, with specific mentions of unique drinks like the French Vietnamese Au Lait.
Atmosphere
The shop is noted for its cozy and inviting atmosphere, making it a great place for work or relaxation.
Service Speed
Several reviews highlighted issues with slow service, particularly for online orders, leading to frustration among customers.
Food Selection
The food options, including pastries and breakfast items, were generally well-received, although some customers found them overpriced.
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Reaiah True
Feb 24, 2026
4.0
Some days I wake up and CRAVE the French Vietnamese au Lait.
Though both are on the sweeter side, I also have to have a lemon bar alongside it. Today, a breakfast sandwich was more to my liking.
KB
Kaylee Burke
Jan 20, 2026
5.0
Great pop up spot for a coffee meeting or working location. Great tea selection and verfy friendly staff
MH
Max Homrich
Nov 6, 2025
5.0
If you are looking for a place to grab a coffee, work, or just relax this is the place to be!! The staff was super nice, I will definitely be back!!
PL
Paul Leigha
Oct 30, 2025
5.0
Well decorated and well lit coffee shop with friendly baristas
MC
Mandie Cotter
Oct 19, 2025
5.0
Cute shop. Napoli brew was a fav! Feta spinach croissant as well. Sweet staff and fun atmosphere.
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 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 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
Where does Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea source its coffees and teas?
Sweetwaters sources its coffees and teas globally, with coffees from Latin America to Asia using high-quality arabica beans, and teas selected for unique flavors from countries including China, Japan, India, South Africa, and Egypt.
Are Sweetwaters' coffee and tea products Fair Trade or organic?
Sweetwaters offers several Fair Trade and organic coffee blends like Midnight Blend and Arbor Ypsi Blend. Their teas are whole-leaf and specialty teas use premium real ingredients.
Can I order Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea online for delivery?
Yes, you can order online via the Sweetwaters app, their website, or delivery platforms such as DoorDash, Grubhub, UberEats, Postmates, and eZcater.
What pastries and desserts does Sweetwaters offer?
They offer a variety of pastries and desserts including blueberry and cinnamon scones, chocolate and butter croissants, lemon bars, mini French donuts, macarons, cookies, brownies, carrot cake, and tiramisu.
What specialty coffee and tea drinks are available at Sweetwaters?
Sweetwaters serves classic and unique drinks such as latte, cappuccino, cold brew, mocha, creme caramel, French Vietnamese Au Lait, chai latte, matcha latte, fruit teas, and Thai Iced Tea.
Does Sweetwaters provide catering services and what options are available?
Yes, catering includes boxes of brewed coffee or tea for 10-12, assorted pastry and dessert trays, sandwich trays (minimum 10 people), yogurt parfaits, and more.
What are Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea's regular business hours?
Monday to Friday, Sweetwaters is open from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and on Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Where is Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea located in Grand Rapids?
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea is located at 601 Bond Ave. NW, Suite 101, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
Are there any parks nearby Sweetwaters where customers can relax?
Yes, 6th Street Bridge Park and 555 Monroe skate park and public plaza are nearby places where customers can enjoy outdoor relaxation before or after their visit.
What dining options are near Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea for additional food choices?
Nearby dining options include Noodlepig Ramen and Boba Tea Shop, 4Lads by SEZ, SpeakEZ Lounge, and Founders Brewing Co Taproom offering diverse cuisine experiences.
Which nearby establishments help visitors find Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea easily?
Landmarks like 601 Bond Apartments and Icon on Bond Apartments are close by and can help visitors locate Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea in the Monroe North neighborhood.
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