The best cafes in Kalamazoo

8 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

3279 W Centre Ave (Portage)

Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

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Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

7501 S Westnedge Ave (Portage)

Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

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Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

531 N Grand St (Schoolcraft)

Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

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Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

9008 Portage Rd (Portage)

Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

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Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

8016 Vineyard Pkwy

Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

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Downtown spot The Grazing Table Kalamazoo turns catching up into an art form with brunch, artisan sandwiches, salads, a glass of wine if…

123 E South St

Downtown spot The Grazing Table Kalamazoo turns catching up into an art form with brunch, artisan sandwiches, salads, a glass of wine if you’re into it, and charcuterie that doubles as conversation starter. Hosting this week? Their charcuterie boards make you look effortlessly put together.

From the Kalamazoo newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Schultz Sweets pours locally roasted coffee and pairs it with handmade confections plus Mooville ice cream sundaes, shakes, and flights.…

6857 W Main St Ste 6

Schultz Sweets pours locally roasted coffee and pairs it with handmade confections plus Mooville ice cream sundaes, shakes, and flights.

From the Kalamazoo newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Eclectic, 24-hour coffeehouse serving espresso & pastries in relaxed digs with WiFi & live music.

816 S Westnedge Ave

Eclectic, 24-hour coffeehouse serving espresso & pastries in relaxed digs with WiFi & live music.

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