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Fido Motors Cafe
1415 Fulford St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001, United States
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Da
Review №1

Top notch coffee, excellent service! Located in the super cool Jericho complex! Super chill and comfortable environment.

Ju
Review №2

Wonderful little café! Great staff and great coffee! Very clean!

Re
Review №3

Kind and friendly staff. Good coffee, excellent bagels. I had a lox w/out the salmon fish. As I do not eat fish or other meat. They have vegetarian and vegan options. The overall atmosphere was comfortable and clean. Their bathroom was very clean. They mentioned that theyre going to be expanding theyre seating space. And I definitely will be coming back.

Bl
Review №4

I really like what theyve done with the place!

Ma
Review №5

Love this cozy spot in Kzoo!

Je
Review №6

This is a fantastic coffee shop! I love the menu - there is a wide range of coffee and tea options, including a golden yunnan tea latte that our daughter enjoyed. I was impressed with the light, airy room, the all-around excellence of the barista, and the deliciousness of the cortado. Ill be back!

Za
Review №7

The coffee and service here are wonderful. The baristas always have good knowledge of the choices available. The atmosphere here is great, with windows looking into the Fido Motors workshop.

ja
Review №8

Great place not to expensive and always something different to try.

Kr
Review №9

Fido was the first real coffee joint I encountered in Kalamazoo. It meant a lot for me to come here and make friends in a new place and that would never have happened if the coffee wasn’t on point. They deserve every penny you give them. I can’t wait to see what the future holds.

M
Review №10

Cool place pretty good coffee and nice staff

Ke
Review №11

Great coffee and great quinoa bowl

Sa
Review №12

I absolutely love this place! Ive never tried anything I didnt like.

Na
Review №13

Great spot for 3rd wave coffee (craft coffee). They have a great selection of multiple origins served in different Brew methods from Kalita Wave, Chemex, Clever Dripper and Hario V60. Espresso was dialed in nicely as well. Knowledgeable staff and commendable ambiance. Shop is in the front of facility that makes Fido Motorbikes quick are battery operated mopeds and scooters made from locally sourced materials around the Kalamazoo area. Pleasant stop on our weekend trip to Kzoo.

Pb
Review №14

My hubby and I each got one of the winter special lattes, I got the yuletide and he got the soltice. I think his was ultimately best but both were so delicious. The service was not super quick but ight was a nice cozy little space to wait.

Ni
Review №15

Gotta check it out. They make a load of stuff in house. A taste I cant find anywhere else. Great spot kind of off the beaten path.

Ro
Review №16

If I were to base where I live strictly on favorite coffee shops, Fido would put Kalamazoo pretty high up on the list.

Ro
Review №17

Love this place very sad its not open anymore people there always made you feel welcome wonderful people more than five stars Big Ten Stars

Dy
Review №18

Great coffee and they make scooters, whats better? Very comfortable atmosphere.

El
Review №19

Very friendly, delicious latte, nice decor.

Au
Review №20

If Im going to buy coffee or tea from a small business in Kalamazoo its going to be fido from now on. I have been here countless times, and the drinks are incredible.the atmosphere is wonderful for business meetings, studying, family friendly . They have wonderful out door seating. Walk up service, so you dont have to go inside. (I call ahead so its ready when I get there since covid ) Its truly one of kind, and the owners are dedicated to staying on top of all coffee/ drink trends... One more thing, i dont know of another coffee shop that is dedicated to being as eco-friendly as fido is. Thank you fido for all you do!!

St
Review №21

Good food, especially for vegetarians, ejoyable atmosphere and friendly staff. My wifes favorite coffee shop. Definitely worth a look.

Ta
Review №22

Great space for ASL! Open seating area and natural lighting. Small space but solid atmosphere and coffee. Tucked away and cozy with plants everywhere. Wifi. Exposed brick with natural wood and reclaimed tables makes for a nice little spot for friends

No
Review №23

Great coffee; Nice workspace. The seating is a bit limited but the shop is currently expanding. They do a seasonal speciality drink menu, so if you want to step out and try something different and really good. I highly recommend it!

Ca
Review №24

Very nice atmosphere, this cafe has the best music out of all of the other cafes I have visited.

Li
Review №25

Coffee was unpleasant. I liked the ways they cut down on waste. The coffee seemed overpriced but the food was good.

Ch
Review №26

Great service despite the crazy times! Enjoyed a latte and waffle.

Ch
Review №27

I was there with a friend. I had heard that the coffee was very good but my coffee tasted strange almost like chlorine bleach aroma and not the smooth rich strong roasted bean flavor i expected. I took two sips and couldnt drink the rest. 6.95😭😲 Sorry....I dont know if was the type of bean or what. Cant say Ill be back or Id recommend to anyone else.Good luck.

Da
Review №28

Killer shop with great coffee and excellent baristas! Definitely a must for Kalamazoo coffee people!

Jo
Review №29

This is a lovely little spot serving Populace coffee. They are always super friendly and pull a very nice shot of espresso. It’s a bit out of the way and can be hard to find. But it is worth it.

D
Review №30

Good coffee in a low-key setting. They make some cool products as well.

Al
Review №31

Im just like about waffles for the menu on this Fido Motor Cafe.

La
Review №32

Excellent smooth espresso, friendly staff, and great atmosphere. The plants are gorgeous and well cared for.

Ch
Review №33

I absolutely love this place! I am obsessed with their amazing coffee beverages and treats. I brought a few friends here last week for lunch and they agreed Fido Motors is a winner! Hope to continue coming here for years to come!

Am
Review №34

Stopped in on our way home. Excellent coffee and service. Got a delicious pour over and a hard boiled egg. Great way to start my morning.

Ry
Review №35

Love this little cafe. Just the right size and in a unique neighborhood. Really nice people behind the counter.

Gl
Review №36

Delicious coffee. Cool scooters... maybe one day we will get one!

Ad
Review №37

I haven’t found anyone else in Kalamazoo serving Coffee quite like this! It often takes a while but it’s worth the wait! Fantastic staff in a unique setting.

Br
Review №38

A hidden gem! Nice cafe with great coffee and some other pretty good menu items.

De
Review №39

The strangest business model ever. They have been in business for years yet nothing has ever come out of the building to be sold. Apparently you can now put $1000 down on your $9000 scooter... which is more that a fully awesome non-vaporware Zero motorcycle!Update: after seeing the owners response, I think its telling that he doesnt recall meeting with me....

Br
Review №40

High quality coffee, house-made syrups, friendly staff, seasonal offerings, rotating menu for specialty drinks, above average espresso. I recommend any latte they have. Been here several times and I definitely consider it a go-to for coffee in kzoo.

La
Review №41

Great atmosphere, staff, and product. I love these little unique places. Kalamazoo could use more places with the charm Fido Motors Cafe offers.

Sa
Review №42

Great crew and awesome house-made almond milk for espresso drinks :)

Am
Review №43

Nice little shop, quick stop for coffee. I didnt give 4 stars only because it was best for you to go grab a coffee and go, not very inviting to stay and do homework or read a book.

Br
Review №44

Today was my first visit to Fido and I can say that I will absolutely be back. The staff is extremely knowledgeable, the coffee is fantastic. Very glad I stumbled upon this place.

Ke
Review №45

I do love there sandwich. However I feel like the coffee is great 1 day then not so great the next.

Ch
Review №46

I love this spot. Great coffee, great people, in a really beautiful space. They take Bicycle Benefits too, which is a super double bonus!

Ja
Review №47

Mack, the barista, is so knowledgeable when it comes to coffee. He made me an amazing pour-over. Ill definitely be back multiple times to try everything he makes!

Ma
Review №48

Went with my coworker Shon. Had a meat sandwich (delicious) and a Prime Minister with almond milk. They also have old school bottled coke so I had to get that! I hope to save enough money to buy one of those scooters too!

De
Review №49

Excellent location and customer service. Also very clean. Prices may be a bit high for me but I usually buy coffee in bulk at Walmart

Mi
Review №50

Wonderful service, very charming atmosphere, and amazing coffee and pastries! The beer reduction caramel syrup was so dank! My new fave in kalamazoo

Sc
Review №51

There are some amazing coffee roasters/brewers/shops in Kalamazoo - Ive only visited Fido Motors Cafe one time but, and I dont say this lightly, they made a strong case for being the best in town. Got to meet Mack who explained his homemade syrups (I recommend the beer reduction caramel - so good!). His brew is part art and part science and his passion is obvious. Pastries from Sarkozys Bakery were a great surprise as well.Making its home in a reclaimed factory and sharing space with the Fido Motor company, the environment is unique and very comfortable. Yes, it is off the beaten path but it is well worth the visit.

da
Review №52

Stopped here on my morning route and Im glad I did The drip coffee is what got, and it was delicious. Cool place too.

Lu
Review №53

Espresso was good all they need is a swing set a Merry go roundand And a moped rental.

Cl
Review №54

My wife is a serious coffee fan, and she rates this place with the best cup and toasted grains in Kalamazoo, MI. So we come here often for a snack, to buy provisions, and to enjoy a chat with the baristas. We are quite concerned however with the extensions currently being built as the place may lose its cozy and undercrowded simplicity.

Sa
Review №55

Cozy spot with fantastic coffee. Nitro cold brew is heavenly.

Wi
Review №56

Wonderful atmosphere and good coffee. Its a small building but not cramped. Its very cool and comfortable.

Cl
Review №57

Amazing place, amazing people, truly a hidden gem in Kalamazoo.

Ja
Review №58

A quaint little space with excellent drinks and friendly staff!

Li
Review №59

Love this spot! Incredible loose leaf tea selection. Beautiful aesthetic. Friendly baristas.

He
Review №60

Neat little place. Good food and drinks, definitely check out the meat sandwich.

Ji
Review №61

Full disclosure I am friends with the owners of this cafe but even if I wasnt I would still give it top ratings.Im not a coffee drinker so I find it frustrating when a cafe doesnt have good non coffee options - Fido isnt one of those cafes. They offer Rishi teas and a variety of other things including my fave - good ol fashioned hot chocolate. They use cacao powder in theirs and it gives it a richer flavor than just using chocolate syrup - two thumbs way up!On select Saturdays the have Waffle Weekend which is not to be missed - fresh hot waffles with themed or seasonal toppings are offered. Get there between 9-12!

Wi
Review №62

Dog friendly shop with tasty coffee!

Sa
Review №63

Great coffee at Fido. Plus lots of interesting businesses in this revitalized urban building: Fido Motors, Kal-Tone guitars, piano guy, recording studio...

Da
Review №64

This is my favorite place in Edison Neighborhood other than my own backyard.

Ma
Review №65

Unexpectedly neat little coffee shop associated with a startup moped/scooter factory. Pleasent staff and great coffee. Simple homemade sandwich hit the spot when hungry.

Ka
Review №66

Amazing atmosphere and I love their speciality waffles!

Ni
Review №67

Great little spot with pretty great hot chocolate.

Ji
Review №68

This place is worth going out of your way for. Excellent coffee, quality espresso, beautiful quaint space.

Ja
Review №69

Thanks so much for the hospitality at your year-in- business party! The Streeters love Fido!

Ky
Review №70

This is a great little coffee shop.

Ni
Review №71

My favorite coffee place in Kalamazoo. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Fantastic coffee and treats.

Sp
Review №72

Nice, quiet. Good coffee.

Au
Review №73

Cozy little cafe with a view of the Fido scooters being built. Best coffee experience so far!

Br
Review №74

Great great cortado and at a great priceWorth a little trip for those who have an infinity for all things industrial.

Ju
Review №75

Great service great coffee.

wi
Review №76

Had one of the best latte I have had in a long time.

Da
Review №77

((Fidos Waffle Weekend)) we were eager to try them out you know some place new to start the staff were very friendly and welcoming and the place was clean. But after that it was downhill we ordered two of there Waffles we even watched as they made them. But we learned of their establishment on Facebook and they had a beautiful photo of a waffle with Strawberries and whip cream, so that what we ordered, only to find out they dont have strawberries they had choices of rubarb, avacado, chocolate chips, oh they could do bananas? Hhmmmm? So we easy going we said sure lets go with it :) then they asked if we could share a banana each having 1/2 on our waffles, we asked for butter they had no butter:( we asked if they had syrup? yep we have syrup theres a plus. They then told us to go make ourselves comfortable we could sit anywhere they would bring our order out to us. A few minutes later out came our order, it looked nice but there was barely any syrup so we asked if we could have some more syrup? ( Waffles are big and get dry absorb the syrup easily ) she went and brought more maybe like 2 tbls worth Lol! So lets dig in. :) the syrup they had put on them was so cold the waffles were now just as cold very cold and the (extra syrup)was very cold. Now my husband and I are troopers and instead of making a stink about it so we ate our waffles, I could not eat anymore then almost half so I asked if I could have a to go box. One of the young ladies said sure no problem let me take this and it would be smoother if she did it back at the kitchen and we could just grab it when go up front. Ok Im not big on people touching my food but once I went with the flow only to find out that my waffle had been crammed into what looked like a very small Chinese take out container. My husband and I said thank you very much while both of us looking at this tiny carry out box and wondering how they fit all of what I had left of my waffle in the little box we both looked at each other and giggled and shook our heads walking to our car. When we got in the car we opened the box to find my poor waffle completely squashed and jam packed in the box. OMGOODNESS!!!! Really? Needless to say it went right into the garbage when we got back home.Sooo although it makes for an amusing story for our friends and family, LOL! WE WILL NOT be returning to Fido Motors Cafe or recommending it to anyone either. Thank for the opportunity to share and rate our visit. God Bless!

Mi
Review №78

We locals have all been to Black Owl, Waterstreet, 4th Coast, etc., not to mention the chain coffee shops like Starbucks and Biggby. While they each have their pros and cons I can say the following without reservation: If you are looking for the best latte in Kalamazoo then Fido will be worth its out of the way location. Smooth, rich, balanced, perfect!

Jo
Review №79

Cool place! Food was great

Da
Review №80

Warm and inviting atmosphere. Solid coffee and cool vibes all around.

Mo
Review №81

The pour over method is da bomb.This will be the new “quiet” place to meet for coffee ☕️!

Ke
Review №82

Best hidden coffee shop ever

Sh
Review №83

Cute little coffee shop

Da
Review №84

Amazing environment, lovely customer service, great tasting coffee, and of course awesome Sarkozy Bakery treats

Je
Review №85

Great coffee, nice people, and a chill atmosphere!

Ro
Review №86

Great coffee and personable staff are the highlights in this very cool space.

Ce
Review №87

The barista was amazing, you could tell he loves what he does! Each drink was made with care. And they have the best cafe miel in kalamazoo!

Br
Review №88

Awesome. Check it out!

Ke
Review №89

Awesome coffee and friendly barista.WiFi was troublesome tho.

Ma
Review №90

Great coffee, atmosphere, and seating.

Ni
Review №91

Great coffee with cool vibe in an old repurposed factory.

Wi
Review №92

Excellent chai, long wait on this day.

Na
Review №93

The best coffee in town, about to expand. We look forward to the new space

sk
Review №94

Out most things because of expecially busy morning

Jo
Review №95

Unique drink specials and a wonderful atmosphere

An
Review №96

Amazing coffee! Highly recommend

AK
Review №97

They had great service, great dishware, and great coffee.

Lo
Review №98

Great food and coffee!

Kr
Review №99

Awesome coffee experience!

Mi
Review №100

Love the vide

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  • Address:1415 Fulford St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001, United States
  • Site:http://fidomotorscafe.com/
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
  • Espresso bar
  • Grocery delivery service
  • Tea house
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Organic dishes:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Crowd
  • Family-friendly:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
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