Babo, downtown Ann Arbor | Ann Arbor Specialty Shops

Babo is a new market part of the Seva chain. Babo is absolutely adorable inside and out. Various fruits and veggies, organic and gluten-free options, a deli, coffeebar, and small sitting area. It’s a must stop in now!

Babo is located at 403 Washington, in downtown Ann Arbor.

Chocolate House of Ann Arbor, MI

Located at 330 S. Main St in downtown Ann Arbor, MI The Chocolate House of Ann Arbor provides 24 different ice cream flavors, full coffee bar, and homemade chocolates. Previously known as Carillion Chocolates, the Chocolate House of A2 is a great spot to grab a holiday treat or meet friends inside or out!

Great Lakes Chocolate Co., Ann Arbor, MI

Great Lakes Chocolate & Coffee Co. on Jackson Rd is a great place for you to select a variety of coffee flavors and sip them while enjoying the free wi-fi… and the free truffle they give first-timers!

Cafe Felix, downtown Ann Arbor, MI

Established in 1997, Cafe Felix,  is a wonderful European flavored coffee house that has a great outdoor seating area that is perfect for enjoying a summer evening with friends!  Cafe Felix is located in the heart of downtown- perfect for any meal or a late night. You can skim their brunch menu for a late morning omelet run, or enjoy delicious crepes.

Back to the Roots, downtown Chelsea, MI

Hanging out in Chelsea one morning I stumbled upon this adorable cafe called Back to the Roots. The atmosphere is very cool and relaxing. They have couches and comfy seating at the back of the shop, booths and tables in the middle by the cafe & sushi bar, and the front is all fair trade retail. The staff is very friendly & helpful and the food is great!

Kilwins, downtown Ann Arbor

Kilwin’s in downtown Ann Arbor, MI is located at 107 E Liberty St. They carry a wide assortment of treats and goodies, and all are individually sold or gift basket-ready. Take your pick from fudge and original recipe ice creams to toffee (+ lots more!).

Also another location on the corner of Penniman and  Main St in downtown Plymouth.

Bubble Island, Ann Arbor | Ann Arbor Specialty Shops

Bubble Island specializes in selling bubble tea, which is a sweetly flavored tea beverage invented in Taiwan. Drink recipes may vary, but most bubble teas contain a tea base mixed with fruit or yogurt.

Bubble Tea is a unique thing to have here in Ann Arbor and students love it. Bubble Island is located on campus on S University in downtown Ann Arbor.

The Broken Egg, downtown Ann Arbor | Ann Arbor Restaurants

The Broken Egg is located downtown Ann Arbor on Main St. A local favorite for breakfast & brunch, the Broken Egg, offers more of a selection than most breakfast joints! With a menu variety from vegetarian stew and other breakfast stews, to your traditional breakfast items. The atmosphere is great and friendly too!

Sweetwaters Cafe, downtown Ann Arbor | Ann Arbor Coffeeshops

Sweetwaters Cafe has quite a few locations, but pictured above is the Kerrytown Tower cafe location. They seperate themselves from other tea & coffeeshops with ‘signature’ drinks, like Dragon Eye and Monkey Cap. But you can also grab the usual item, like an Americano or Latte.

TeaHaus, downtown Ann Arbor

The TeaHaus of Ann Arbor in Kerrytown has teas from all around the world Not only do they provide a delicious and large variety of teas (roobois, black white, green, herbal, oolong, fruit, etc.), but they also provide you with tea facts and tea tips