Inside was closed so we didn’t stay to eat and got a coffee to go. Coffee was good. Great exterior vibes. Looks like the interior is pretty cool too.

Took my dog and sat outside with a wonderful oat milk mocha. It was such a wonderful experience.

Rustic vibes. I was able to get a delicious chai.

Amazing coffee, amazing food, and a wonderful place to visit.The coffee here, their specialty, is incredible. Although it may take a bit to get your coffee, its well worth the wait once you take a sip. This is due to the method they use, drip coffee, but is definitely a huge reason why the coffee is delicious.Although not a food place, their breakfast food is amazing along with some pastries they sometimes offer. It should be noted, they only offer breakfast on the weekends [along with Friday], so dont expect to come on a Wednesday and get breakfast. One should also keep in mind, some weekends are especially busy, so service may be a bit slow, but once you place your order itll be served in no time.The ambiance is very unique and I love it. Hard to describe without actually stepping foot into the cafe, so you should definitely visit!Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting downtown Kalamazoo and loves coffee.

Pour over coffee was amazing! Our breakfast was so delicious! The service was superb without a doubt. This place to such a neat place to visit all around. Def give this place a try and see how you like it! We will definitely be returning.

Always the BEST and Most delicious 😋 excellent customer service.Ive been getting quiche after my workouts

Fresh coffee and nice Latté art, they serve breakfast after 9 am. Very nice place I like the design.

This is an awesome local business in downtown Kalamazoo. It is located in an old historic brick building. Exposed tin panel ceilings, old school wood benches, tables, chairs and bar add character. Coffee is roasted on site by Kalamazoo Coffee Company. The menu contains locally sourced natural and organic offerings. This is an awesome place to visit for a nitro cold brew or a great breakfast. If you are in Kalamazoo this is a great place to start your support local initiative.

Best coffee around. They really take the time to help newbies and explain the coffee lingo

This is a hidden gem on the edge of downtown Kalamazoo. Locally sourced food for good prices. Coffee was excellent and the staff was helpful, funny, and prompt. Small place with some outdoor seating, which on a nice day I highly recommend.

Adi (Odi) rude, bias and confused guy. Black owl does not like serving their own people.

Super friendly staff. They were able to make good recommendations. I got a macchiato, which they made in the classic style, and their food was absolutely incredible. It was a cozy little place and had bags of their specialty coffee for sale.

Awesome Sauce and GREAT service🤟♥️😘😎

Kind, thoughtful, genuinely engaging folks, who are enthusiastic and vastly knowledgeable about the coffee they source, roast, blend, and offer to enjoy. Each encounter has been a joyful learning experience. Not just great coffee, but yes, great coffee without a doubt. Thank You, Kalamazoo Coffee Company; our community is richer and more robust with your coffee at hand.

I love their vanilla soy latte!! Such a beautifully rustic place inside!

Good unique breakfast menu. There coffee is amazing as they have many different kinds to choose from. Some are also available at Meijer stores. Cant have to much of a good thing.

On the outside this looks like the location in a video game that a character would go to in order to upgrade their equipment. Like someplace you would purchase raw metals. On this inside there is a California esc warm feel and the smell of fresh coffee. The food is great the service is friendly everything with quite go with the flow and warm decor. Take a break, have some coffee.

Very cool, little cafe. Inside is all dark wood and antiques. A large selection of teas in hand labeled jars lines a shelf above the kitchen door. They specialize in carefully crafted coffee drinks and have a unique and delicious breakfast menu. We sat outside on the small patio and enjoyed the good food, coffee, and service

Beautiful atmosphere! Rustic, eclectic, and chill. Good food. London Fog was yum! People were really nice.

Disappointing that they do not indicate that there is no indoor seating.

Theyre back! Best latte Ive had in 16 months.

Unique experience to watch coffee being made.

Such a great place! If you love rustic and amazing food, this is a must visit in Kalamazoo.

Great food and coffee. Wonderful service.

Food & atmosphere & people - loved it! P.s. great cappuccino ☕️♥️

Best coffee in Kalamazoo! Fun atmosphere!

Great coffee, great brunch, fun and unique setting

My hubby used to tend a coffee bar in Portland, Ore and he is thrilled to have finally found decent espresso since moving back to Michigan. And their brunch is pretty damn delicious.

Coffee was very good.

Delicious! Ive ordered Kalamazoo Coffee Co beans before and loved it. The cafe is just as delicious!

Cant say anything about their storefront, but their coffee sold in stores is horrible for the price. Stale overly dry beans. Ive never had whole bean coffee so dry and old tasting. I couldve gotten better coffee buying Meijer brand

Great coffee and great service. Best Cafe in Kalamazoo.

Im glad was able to find this place. truly a hidden gem.

Such a great little hidden gem, nice and quite homework spot with great coffee!

I absolutely love Black Owl! The workers are always so kind and helpful if you have any special requests with your order. They provide a latte like no other in a really unique atmosphere. They recently added a breakfast menu, and the food is delicious too. Hands down, my favorite coffee shop in Kalamazoo.

Had a great mocha and a fantastic BBQ chicken pizza! Thanks for the friendly conversation and comfortable atmosphere.

The atmosphere and customer service were great. I was excited to try the waffles that were recommend to me by friends, mine came out cold,burnt, & rock hard. Then they didnt have time to make me a new one due to it being busy. they did refund me and gave me a yummy drink on the house. Ill try it again one day when its less busy.

Warm, cozy place with great coffee and food, as well as service!

The building looked abandoned at first glance, but its a very rustic/hipster feel inside. Its a rather small space, and you order at the bar. They offer many plant based milks including oat and macadamia nut milk which arent often easy to find. Theyre lattes are good and they all have a double shot unless you ask otherwise.

I always come to visit Black Owl Cafe whenever I am around the Kalamazoo area- as an alum of WMU, I used to frequent the cafe whenever I could, and the atmosphere is calming, comforting, and interesting. Their coffee and coffee drinks are AMAZING! I live in the Royal Oak, MI area now and I still order Kalamazoo Coffee Company coffee because of it’s deliciousness.

Nice local coffee house with great atmosphere and awesome coffee!

I do not get up to Kalamazoo often, but when I do..I always visit the Kalamazoo Coffee House.

Ran down to the Crows Nest, and the wait was too long. A quick Google search pointed me here, and what a FANTASTIC discovery. The music is infinitely better, lighting, and wall decor really pull this place together. Great stuff, and their energy is a wonderful addition. Now onto the food. Its LEGIT, and its plated BEAUTIFULLY. I grabbed the Black Owl Burrito. Im not an egg lover, by any stretch of the means, but this place may have turned me, at least from here.

Space - Creative | Staff - Knowledge and personable | Tea - On point

COOLEST COFFEE SHOP EVER!!!! I dont live anywhere close to this coffee shop (at least an hour away) and I will be visiting it more often than I visit the grocery store. This is such a cool place, do yourself a favor and check it out, you seriously wont regret it.

Great selection of organic teas and excellent coffee. They give very generous portions so come hungry. All of the food was filling and delicious. Would recommend to anyone looking for a good brunch.

I came here during brunch peak to get some homework done, and while there was a little wait on the food, they had my latte out quickly and it all was so delicious. The meal was the perfect portion size.I was impressed with how well they did customer service. Each employee treated me as a valued human, not just the next customer coming through the door. I was actually struck by how authentic they all were. It inspires me to be more authentic when working myself!My only qualm is limited hours, and thats the main why I havent gone here much.

Easy online ordering. Coffee is delicious. Many flavors

Just another expensive coffee shop

This place is awesome. Fairly priced, has competent serving staff, and posses a unique feel. The space inside is small and seating is very limited. Drinks are pour over or hand made so take some time to make. If you can, make it for weekend brunch. The food is as locally sourced as possible and will keep you coming back.

I love the detail that goes into lighting, decor, coffee bag artwork, and making coffee. They are one of my favorite places to stop in Kalamazoo! In fact, weve made several trips into Kalamazoo just for their coffee. Its that good! Also, its so close to many great restaurants.Update: We tried their breakfast menu and were very impressed.

This place was too dark and small for me; weird atmosphere.I had bacon & sausage pancakes, unique dish, and it was tasty.Doubt if I would go back

A small, rustic themed coffee shop with honestly amazing locally produced coffee. The wife and myself decided to stop by for breakfast as well and we were not disappointed. The pancakes were some of the best Ive had, and my wife loved the grilled PB&J. Definitely check this place out if you havent already.

Really good food and service. I was a bit caught off guard about not being able to have unlimited coffee like a traditional breakfast but adjusted to my one cup of coffee. Love the cozy uniqueness of the establishment.

A gem of a place! Little off the beaten path but that makes it even better. If you are looking for an eclectic, cozy coffee/tea shop in kzoo-this is your spot. Love the mood and decor. Great selections of tea.

Seriously cool place. Its unfortunate the local government doesnt allow them to use the space upstairs. The atmosphere and feel is so unique! Definitely a great place to do some work or have a nice date!

Really nice atmosphere, very creative and delicious menu. Wait time can possibly break the mood, often crowded and the line at the counter moves at a snails pace. Worth it the first time around.

Very friendly staff. Accommodating for our little kids. Of the places I’ve been in Kalamazoo, I think their coffee and service is the best. Cheers, Black Owl Café.

My favorite coffee shop in Kalamazoo! Amazing food with vegan options. The coffee is hand crafted and absolutely amazing.

Cozy little cafe in downtown Kalamazoo. Friendly staff and great coffee. They offer a little but of outdoor seating, though we visited on a bit of a rainy day. Looking forward to trying some of the tasty looking food options for brunch on a future visit.

I love this place! I like that its tucked away from the city bustle. The atmosphere gives laid back, comfortable vibe and the staff is always friendly. My usual go to is a Cafe Miel and the Kurt Brussel. This place is also the home of Kalamazoo Coffee Company and you can buy one pound bags of ground or whole bean coffee at this location. I like this because it takes the middle man out of sales so all profits go straight back to the business. This is the place where I take my friends when they visit. Its well worth it every time and Ive always gotten great service.

I have never been inside the restaurant but I have had their coffee and it is simply amazing! If you love coffee then you have to try this place! The coffee is Rich and smooth and just everything that you would want in a cup of coffee and some things you didnt even know you wanted out of your coffee it is superb and totally worth every penny I highly recommend it to anybody who loves coffee!

The food was OK (very salty) but we waited over 60 minutes and in my opinion no food is worth that long of a wait especially when I am paying. Families that came in after us, received their food before us. When they finally did bring our food they said it took so long because they had run out of ingredients and had to make more. Which is fine but they didnt update us once about that or seem apologetic that we had to wait.Additionally, they are running a free coffee promotion at the moment, no one seemed to know how to handle it and we still got charged for the coffee. We paid before our meal so I gave a decent size tip, had I know we were going to run into so many problems I would not have given 20%. The atmosphere was very dark and there were flies inside, overall I didnt get a welcoming feeling from the staff or the atmosphere.

Absolutely my favorite cafe I have been to in my life. Great place to sit and study the day away, to read that book you have been meaning to read, or to just sit and chat with friends. Love the outside tables too in the summer. Coffee and specialty drinks are superbly made. Staff has always been incredibly courteous and helpful. I will be sad when the day comes that I leave for graduate school.

Kalamazoo coffee co. Is here and is spectacular! Litteraly the ONLY coffee I drink. No joke. The food is amazing the staff is intelligent helpful and welcoming. Atmosphere is the best. Some outdoor seating is available. Prices are very reasonable. I would wager this is hands down the Best coffee company in Kalamazoo. Ive lived in Florida,Georgia,Colorado,and Michigan with the military. When I am out of state I have bags of beans shipped to me. Its worth the postage.

Horrible experience dealing with this company. I will absolutely not be dealing with them again. Over a month since I placed an order that I still haven’t received

This place was great for some quick breakfast and a coffee but its tiny inside. So if youre looking to sit there just have to be flexible and patient to find a table. Good to grab and go though too!

I am in LOVE with this location!!!! Gorgeous spot. Really cute bathroom. The coffee and service is fast and the atmosphere is so welcoming

This was a hidden surprise! The breakfast items were delicious and presentation so nice. Coffee likewise!

Today was my first day eating there and it is one of my top favorite breakfast restaurants. I definitely encourage everyone to try it, you wont regret it!!!

Wish I wouldve tried this place before now...the best caramel latte Ive ever had. Cheaper than other local and chain coffee shops! The coffee beans are roasted in house! Super reasonable prices for such high quality. Ive had their pancakes (with bits if sausage and bacon inside!) and a classic-style breakfast and both were something I would get again. Vegan options. Its small but the asthetic is so original! You open the door and feel like youve entered a different time period, its almost creepy but in a very cool way. It can fill up quick but Ive been lucky enough to beat the crowd every time ☺️ When it finally warms up, theres more seating outside.

Great coffee, great food. Its a small, popular coffee shop. That being said, sometimes the service can be slow, but should be expected. They are the folks that are behind Kalamazoo Coffee Co.

Good coffee. No gluten-free options for pastries. Amazing atmosphere, Id describe it as a funky, bespoke, kind of spooky space that makes you think youve walked into a room that youre not supposed to be in at first.

Easily the best coffee in Kalamazoo but, and I cant emphasize this enough, call to check if theyre open before going.Edit: hours are much more regular nowadays! Also their food is fantastic. I cant believe how much delicious food ten dollars gets me.Love the new section they opened up too. The whole place looks painstakingly handcrafted and designed.

Amazing coffee, wish they were open longer hours and had a greater assortment on food...coffee was 5 stars for me before but last time it was watery so not sure what changed aside from having a different barista...had the egg burritos and they were underwhelming. The ambience is 5 stars for sure.

Never a bad experience on the coffee side of things. The brunch service can be lacking depending on when you hit during a busy shift. But the staff still deliver great service, even when short handed. Great hole in the wall place!

Great coffee! A bit pricey but the quality is awesome. Awkward set up. Entrance is on the side of the building and you order at the counter where people are potentially sitting at. Space up front is limited. They only have food that isnt doughnuts for a few hours on the weekends which really sucks.But the coffee is really good and I would 100% recommend buying a bag!

Today was my first time visiting The Kalamazoo Coffee. It’s a great spot with a nice vibe. The service was awesome and the coffee was great! I had a Chemex brew of there Guatemalan blend and it was a good choice. This will definitely be one of my stops when I’m passing through!

Love the coffee and the matcha latte. Great little coffee house. Enjoy going there whenever we can. And very reasonable prices.

Excellent coffee, queint and classy. Great food and great atmosphere!!

Local coffee joints are almost always wonderful, and Black Owl Cafe doesnt deviate from this trend. Serving the locally created Kalamazoo Coffee, the drinks are delicious and wonderfully caffeinated. They even have the newly popular nitro cold brew coffee to choose from.

One of the top three coffee stops in Kalamazoo. Top tier, locally roasted coffee. Knowledgeable and friendly baristas and great food options. The dining area is very comfortable in his rustic decor. Excellent place to get some work done or for meeting with others. Until they are able to complete the upstairs area, the seating is sometimes insufficient. Weather permitting there are some nice out door seating options.And one last thing - I dont think Ive ever written this in a review before - but you have to check out the bathroom. Seriously, one of the best decorated Ive ever seen in any restaurant.

I roast my own coffee. When Im out, I go here. Food is also really tasty.

Breakfast and specialty coffees are on point! The REAL pumpkin pie latte was delicious

My wife and I came in for the first time we stood in front of the bar for 5 minutes before even being greeted with a Ill be right with ya. 5 minutes later they took our order. I ordered the huevos rancheros, my over medium eggs came out a few minutes past over hard. The tortillas were burnt and there were peppers in the black beans, peppers were not listed on the menu. Salsa was on the menu, unfortunately it didnt come on my plate. The potatoes were okay, but almost too spicy for the morning. The best part of my breakfast was the four blueberries thrown on the side of my plate. To top it off nobody came in checked on us after bringing us our food. Its really sad I had such high hopes for this place.

Amazing food..nice decor and the waitstaff is so nice and helpful. Prices are good too

I love the Black Owl! It has such a unique and warm vibe, and the best lattes in town! The breakfast on the weekends is spectacular, amazing food for a great price!

Amazingly good brews. Great rustic ambiance. Their food offerings are pretty incredible too. Dont miss out!

I love this place. Beautiful, comfortable, artful environment. Great coffee. Staff are always friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. Good work!

As a connoisseur of local coffee shops and breakfast spots I was severely let down by Black Owl. The look and feel of the cafe is great, but it only seats 15 and has one waitress.. So while we really wanted to try to the food, no tables were available even after waiting 20 minutes for our 2 lattes. And honestly, as a former barista, waiting 20 minutes for 2 pricey bitter lattes was the worst way to end my trip to Kalamazoo 👍Will continue to stick with Crows Nest.

Fantastic food. The mushroom gravy they make just changed my life.

This is an awesome place with a cool atmosphere. Good food, great prices and amazing coffee. A must for visitors to the city, this building is one of a kind.

Great coffee, comfortable atmosphere. The coffee has amazing flavor, one of the best Ive tasted in west Michigan, also the price is very well set. Black owl also serves breakfast Friday through Sunday.

Quirky café featuring locals blends of coffee, great brunch options on the weekends and an excellent aesthetic. The building itself is rundown, but thats part of the charm. Its a hole-in-the-wall, but the interior is very well kempt. Most of the staff are local to the area, so theyre usually good for a conversation.

Unique cafe with excellent coffee. Very cool atmosphere..felt like I stepped back in time. Service was exceptional.

I bought a bag of their Eye Opener espresso bean today - this is easily the best flavor espresso I have ever had. I previously used Lavazza Super Crema beans in my espresso machine, but I much prefer the flavor of these! Definitely will go back for more beans.

This coffee is the best coffee Ive ever had. I live in Yuma in the winter and forgot to order soon enough. Had to buy other coffee beans. Absolutely no comparison. This coffee is the best.

Great food and great service! But Im curious to know if theres gluten free food and drinks?

Have you seen Hateful Eight? Did you think yes, I want to drink the best latte of my life but in Minnies habadashery?This is the place for you. Interior like a wild west saloon. Cold outside because its Michigan.Important to note that the door was fully functional.Lots of seating for couples (of bounty hunters and prisoners?) Or single individuals (sherrifs? Executioners?) Not good seating for large groups.The coffee and super food lattes are fantastic (not poisoned). Whatever you get make sure it comes with the breakfast potatoes, they are to die for.

Its a relaxed, seat-yourself kind of environment. Everyone is super down to earth. The food and the drinks are INCREDIBLE. This is kalamazoos best kept secret.