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Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice in the Detroit Metro Area
Story and Photos by Liz McGuffin of @withwonderandwhimsy
The leaves are starting to change, sweater weather has arrived, and, with it, scrumptious autumn beverages at your favorite Metro Detroit coffee shops. It’s time to slip into your coziest cardigan, grab the latest thriller on your shelf, and head to one of these 10 Detroit-area cafes serving up pumpkin spice and everything nice for fall.
With its wood-paneled walls and stuffed chesterfield sofas, Apothecary is a cozy spot to stay awhile and admire all the succulents and plants. Apothecary’s soothing Oat Milk Honeycomb Latte is the definition of a cup of comfort.
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Dessert Oasis in Royal Oak
This airy space hosts live music while you sip and sample their house-made coffees and desserts. With autumn’s arrival, you can of course find a Pumpkin Spice Latte on the menu, but you might also try their special seasonal Ace of Spades cortado with fig, orange, and clove.
Haraz in Dearborn
Haraz Coffee’s light-filled space is warm, welcoming, and perfumed with fragrant spices. Take your pick of beautifully spiced chai teas, ginger and cinnamon coffees, or their luxurious house Haraz Latte with cardamom.
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Lucky in Detroit
This old-school coffee shop prides itself on hand-crafting specialty coffee drinks made from artisan roast beans. Their Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte tastes like fall in a cup and is a must-try for you PSL aficionados out there.
Kitab in Hamtramck
Kitab Cafe and Bookstore serves up specialty coffees alongside a staff-curated selection of books. Their signature 5-Spice Latte features an aromatic blend of star anise, clove, cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorn, and fennel that’ll warm you right up.
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Shaded Bloom in Lake Orion
Cheery and homey Shaded Bloom brews small batch, ethically sourced coffee. For fall, try their unique spin on the classic PSL: their Pumpkin Maple Latte made with pumpkin spice and maple syrup and topped with a sprinkling of pumpkin pie spice.
The Congregation in Detroit
This coffee shop and cocktail bar housed in a converted church showcases works from local artists on the walls. First-timers will want to try their popular Detroit Fog made with chamomile tea and spicy syrup, and topped with a thick and fluffy cream ‘fog’ dusted with cinnamon.
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Birmingham Roast in Birmingham
Birmingham Roast caters to coffee connoisseurs looking for that perfectly brewed cup in a chic, contemporary setting. Their Mexican Mocha is a local favorite blended with cayenne, cinnamon, and dark chocolate.
Meridian in Plymouth
This friendly neighborhood coffee spot in Plymouth’s Old Village is the perfect date spot for you and your dog some autumn afternoon. Order the Maple-Cinnamon-Caramel Latte for you and a Good Boy Gary Puppacino for your pooch.
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Kahve in Clawson
This cozy cafe nestled in downtown Clawson has the kindest staff, colorful art adorning the walls, and a rotating menu of Turkish coffee drinks and homemade sweets. Choose from their Pumpkin Spice Latte or Cinnamon Apple Cider, and enjoy with a slice of pumpkin pie.
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