Owl Eye Coffee Roasters
317 N Mitchell St, Traverse City, MI
Crema's Take
“Tucked in Traverse City, Owl Eye Coffee Roasters has earned its pristine 5-star reputation by combining meticulous espresso and pour-over craftsmanship with a warmth that makes every visitor feel genuinely welcomed. The team here goes beyond standard barista work—they're knowledgeable guides who take real time to match you with the perfect drink, whether you're exploring their unusually extensive syrup selection or diving into traditional espresso drinks. It's the kind of place where the stunning space, attentive service, and genuinely excellent coffee create an experience that stops travelers in their tracks and turns first-time visitors into devoted supporters.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings.
Google Reviews
I stopped by this charming local coffee shop while passing through town, and it was such a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was warm, cozy, and incredibly inviting—the kind of place that instantly makes you want to stay awhile. The coffee was absolutely delicious, perfectly…
My husband and I wanted a quality coffee shop while driving through Cadillac and Owl Eye was such a great find! The barista was so nice and gave us numerous recommendations from their menu to try, and gave us free samples of the two brewed coffees she made that day. She also…
The great service sets this place apart! Both of the ladies were so friendly - the one taking our order was great, knowledgeable and patient. And another one came over to let us know that there were free books to be had (see picture). Coffee and atmosphere was good but not…
Stopped in with my friends after a morning hike. Owl Eye makes delicious coffee, with an extensive selection of flavored syrups that included some I have yet to see at any other cafe. Two of our group ordered the Cascara Honey Yuza Tea, which was a subtly-sweet, refreshing tea…
We stopped in while passing through Cadillac and were so glad we did! We love supporting local coffee shops, and this one truly cares about its customers. Patsy was incredibly friendly and took the time to explain their roasting process and different beans to us. As first-time…
Literally just left and had to leave a review! What an amazing find! The space is stunning, the staff were beyond incredible, and the coffee is SOOOO good! We stopped in on our way home from Torch Lake and I can’t recommend enough! Definitely check it out if you enjoy great…
Crema Reviews
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