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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.
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- Dine-inAvailable
- DeliveryAvailable
- TakeoutAvailable
- Accepts reservationsNot available
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Reviews
4.6
243 reviews
5 stars
194
4 stars
21
3 stars
11
2 stars
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1 star
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What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Atmosphere
Customers appreciate the cozy and inviting atmosphere, making it a great place to relax or work.
Staff Friendliness
The staff is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, contributing positively to the customer experience.
Coffee Quality
Many reviews highlight the excellent quality of coffee, with specific drinks like the cold brew and Vietnamese Au Lait receiving high praise.
Food Variety
The cafe offers a diverse menu of food and beverages, with many customers enjoying the pastries and unique drink options.
Service Speed
There are mixed reviews regarding service speed, with some customers experiencing long wait times for their orders.
- MHMax HomrichNov 6, 20255.0If 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!!
- PLPaul LeighaOct 30, 20255.0Well decorated and well lit coffee shop with friendly baristas
- MCMandie CotterOct 19, 20255.0Cute shop. Napoli brew was a fav! Feta spinach croissant as well. Sweet staff and fun atmosphere.
- MFMichelle FullerOct 9, 20255.0Stop here, get yourself the French Vietnamese Au Lait, and have a GREAT day!!!
- DJDaniel JustoSep 27, 20251.0Not good at all. Did not like anything we ordered. Too much sugar and artificial ingredients.
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?
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
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.