Poindexter Coffee

Poindexter Coffee

133 Evergreen Ave, East Lansing, MI

★★★★★4.9(27 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Tucked inside the charming Graduate Hotel, Poindexter serves bright, cedary espresso with a warm caramel-molasses body on a beautiful La Marzocco machine, all while channeling 1920s retro vibes that feel upscale yet inviting. The diverse seating—from bar stools to high-back chairs and couches—makes it equally perfect for an MSU student cramming between classes or friends lingering over genuinely excellent coffee and pastries. Baristas here actually seem to care, and that warmth paired with the hotel's sophisticated-but-not-stuffy atmosphere creates a rare coffee shop experience that hits the sweet spot between special and comfortable.”

What to expect

Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu.

Slow sitCraft espressoLight foodTraditional drinksMeetingsLaptop friendlyPastries

Google Reviews

Amelie Bayer
★★★★★5 months ago

This is a wonderful place to meet with friends or study if you are an MSU student. The coffee and food are always good, and the baristas are so nice! Definitely make a stop here if you are in downtown East Lansing.

Liz Dinh
★★★★★6 months ago

What a lovely visit! The atmosphere is very inviting. The many seating choices makes a morning wanderer wander no more. Bar stools, tables, cozy high back chairs, couches, they have options! I had a nitro alongside my books and journal. A few minutes later, a barista comes over…

Ken Rose
★★★★★2 years ago

This coffee shop is inside of a nice hotel. Therefore, the atmosphere is high end for a hotel lobby, but not cozy like some other coffee shops. Nevertheless, this shop serves some amazing coffee! I personally enjoyed the whole experience. I am surprised they don't have more rave…

Allie Browe
★★★★★3 years ago

Adorable retro coffee shop inside of the Graduate Hotel! Definitely worth a stop if you’re staying here, and even if you’re not! The cappuccino was delicious. Make sure you ask for a cup for “here,” or else you’ll get a plastic to-go cup.

Michigan Coffee Guide
★★★★★4 years ago

cool shop ! • espresso : bright and cedary with a warm caramel molasses body and a light delicious floral finish • @lamarzocco espresso machine • interior : unique and intrinsicly incorporated 1920s style integrated with a modern twist. Dark green meets a rich, dark natural wood…

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