Espresso Bay

Cafes & Coffee in Traverse City, Michigan

4.2 (758)

CategoryCafes & Coffee
Address202 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684
StreetEast Front Street
AreaTraverse City, Michigan
Phone(231) 715-1856
Google rating 4.2 (758)

Hours

Monday7 am–6 pm
Tuesday7 am–6 pm
Wednesday7 am–6 pm
Thursday7 am–6 pm
Friday7 am–6 pm
Saturday7 am–6 pm
Sunday8 am–5 pm

About Espresso Bay

Visit our downtown Traverse City coffee shop for specialty drinks, hand roasted coffee, baked goods, and our trademark Golden Espresso. Cozy up by the fireplace, find a seat outside, and enjoy Free Wifi, all from the corner of Front and Cass. Shop online from over 50 unique blends, or start a coffee subscription today!

Located at 202 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684, Espresso Bay operates as a cafe serving Traverse City in Michigan. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it.

This group covers the non-Asian restaurants, cafes, bars and food businesses that also appear in a mixed-cuisine food scene, including American diners, pizza, Mexican food, burgers, steakhouses and bakeries. Standard US restaurant norms apply: lunch and dinner service with a quieter stretch between, cards and tap-to-pay accepted almost everywhere, and a tip of 15-20% customary for table service. Fast food and quick-service counters expect payment up front and tipping is optional. Bars check ID for anyone who looks under 30, and the drinking age is 21 nationwide. Many restaurants in this group take reservations online through third-party platforms, while casual and fast-food spots are walk-in only. Sales tax is added at the register on top of the menu price and varies by city and state, so the final total is usually a few percent higher than the posted prices suggest.

The business lists hours on 7 days of the week. On most of those days it is open 7 am–6 pm. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. The listed phone number is (231) 715-1856. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. Its website is espressobay.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

Its Google rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 758 reviews, a solid but mixed picture; reading the most recent reviews will tell you what to expect.

Traverse City is in Michigan, in the Midwest, where summers are warm, winters are cold and snowy, and most errands are done by car; businesses keep steady year-round hours with the usual holiday changes. US addresses list the street number and name, then the city, state abbreviation and ZIP code, and Traverse City follows the same pattern; a suite or apartment number such as Ste 200 refers to a unit inside the building. The map link on this page shows the exact spot.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Ahmed Anwarullah Edited a month ago

Espresso Bay is a beautiful, quaint, and charming urban-style coffee shop nestled in the heart of downtown Traverse City. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by the most fabulous baristas and welcomed with genuine warmth. The espresso was among the best I’ve ever tasted, and their new pumpkin latte was absolutely delightfulβ€”rich, smooth, and perfectly crafted. For any true coffee lover, Espresso Bay is a must-visit. The next time I’m back up North, you can be sure I’ll be stopping by again. Thank you for everything and for such a wonderful experience!

William Chisholm a month ago

The slowest baristas in Michigan, without question, which is an unfortunate but correctable problem. Fortunately, the coffee is the redeemer. Not much of a vibe- the place looks cooler from outside than in- so lots of people mill around waiting for take-away. Baked goods were day-old (or more). Lots of unique flavor options- Cherry blossom latte. Nice merch and whole bean options.

Drake Corriveau 2 months ago

Drinks are gas, people are friendly, made with love, designs are immaculate. Will go again if given the opportunity.

Barry Williams 2 months ago

Unfortunately they were a bit short staffed when we came in, it would be great to let customers know there will be a wait (more than 20 minutes for 3 drinks). The cold brew with cold foam over ice was great, as was the ice chocolate however the latte was just an entire cup of milk with no coffee at all. Unfortunately we were in a rush so couldn't take it back - reading other reviews after the fact suggests we should have steered clear of the espresso which is a real shame given they roast their own coffee.

Sandra Billingsley 3 months ago

I can't say enough good things about Espresso Bay. Yes, the coffee is excellent β€” we were served with genuine warmth right at closing time, when most places would be hustling you out the door. But what truly sets this shop apart is the character of the people who work there. I left my wallet behind during a visit, and manager Jenna Dent went out of her way to get it back to me. That kind of honesty and care for a customer β€” a stranger, really β€” is increasingly rare, and it meant the world to me. Jenna, you have no idea what a difference that made. If you're in Traverse City and need a great cup of coffee served by genuinely good people, Espresso Bay on Front Street is the place. They've earned a customer for life.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Espresso Bay located?

Espresso Bay is at 202 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684, in Traverse City, Michigan. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Espresso Bay?

Espresso Bay is listed as a cafe.

What are the hours of Espresso Bay?

Published hours are Monday: 7 am–6 pm; Tuesday: 7 am–6 pm; Wednesday: 7 am–6 pm; Thursday: 7 am–6 pm; Friday: 7 am–6 pm; Saturday: 7 am–6 pm; Sunday: 8 am–5 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Espresso Bay open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 8 am–5 pm.

What is the phone number of Espresso Bay?

You can call Espresso Bay at (231) 715-1856.

How is Espresso Bay rated on Google?

Espresso Bay has a Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 758 reviews.

Does Espresso Bay have a website?

Yes, the website of Espresso Bay is espressobay.com (linked on this page).

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