Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 3,273 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 5 coffee shops in and around Howell, MI, led by Black Iron Coffee Roasters, Good Sense Coffee and M Street Baking Company. Together they have 3,273 Google reviews; Black Iron Coffee Roasters has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.7. Every place on the list is in Howell, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Small-batch, in-house roasting puts Black Iron Coffee Roasters at the top of this list, backed by a 4.7 Google rating from 330 reviews. The family-owned café in downtown Howell, MI serves its own “Cast Iron” and “Blend 26” beans alongside fresh-baked goods and sandwiches. Reviewers single out the Americano, Black Iron latte, and friendly service. A cozy, quiet setting with Wi-Fi makes room for laptop work or a sit-down visit, while weekday opening hours start at 7 a.m.
Small-batch roasting
Fresh-baked goods
Wi-Fi available
“The food and drink were great, customer service up front was exceptional as well and as a cherry on top the atmosphere was fantastic as a mix of rustic and a homey feel.
However, I was sitting in for some computer work and couldn't help…”
Fresh-roasted beans and room to settle in earn Good Sense Coffee the No. 2 spot. At 102 E Grand River Ave in Howell, MI, the shop serves specialty coffee drinks alongside tea, breakfast, and dessert. A fireplace, comfortable seating, and Wi-Fi make it useful for laptop work or meeting friends. Reviewers praise the coffee, mochas, chai lattes, and friendly staff, contributing to a 4.6-star Google rating from 95 reviews. Doors open at 7 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 7:30 a.m. Sunday.
Fresh-roasted coffee beans
Fireplace and Wi-Fi
Early morning hours
“Very friendly and great hot chocolate with butterscotch in it.”
Daily hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. make M Street Baking Company a practical coffee stop at 117 N Michigan Ave in Howell, MI. It earns the No. 3 spot with coffee and breakfast service, dine-in and takeout options, and a 4.5-star Google rating from 1,930 reviews. Reviewers praise the cookies and food selection; one notes that the small shop can get crowded. Free lot and street parking add convenience for a quick visit.
Coffee and breakfast
Daily extended hours
Free parking options
“Ordered over 10 dozen variety of cookies for a company lunch! The cookies were OUTSTANDING and service was top notch! People are still talking about the cookies. Definitely will be ordering more in the future! M STREET ROCKS!!!!!”
Early weekday openings and a quiet, laptop-friendly setting help BIGGBY COFFEE earn the No. 4 spot in Howell, MI. The shop at 1485 N Michigan Ave #400 serves specialty drinks, smoothies and baked goods, with coffee and tea noted as highlights. Wi-Fi and free parking add practical appeal for solo visits or breakfast stops. Its 4.5-star Google rating across 303 reviews supports its placement, and one reviewer specifically praises the friendly staff and coffee.
Coffee and tea
Laptop-friendly setting
Free parking
“The staff is always friendly and the coffee is great!”
Round-the-clock hours give Dunkin' at 763 S Michigan Ave in Howell, MI a practical reason for taking the No. 5 spot. Open 24 hours every day, it serves a variety of coffee drinks alongside breakfast items and late-night quick bites. Drive-through, takeout, curbside pickup, and delivery offer several ways to order. For those staying inside, the casual, quiet setting includes seating and Wi-Fi, with laptop use listed among its popular uses. Its Google rating is 3.7 out of 5 from 615 reviews.
Open 24 hours
Drive-through ordering
Wi-Fi available
“Pay extra for light ice and the ice still seems close to where the cup says "normal" ice should be.”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each coffee shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Howell category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which coffee shops in Howell, MI have the highest Google ratings?
Shaka Cafe leads this guide with 4.8 stars from 150 reviews, followed by Black Iron Coffee Roasters at 4.7 from 330 and Good Sense Coffee at 4.6 from 95. M Street Baking Company and BIGGBY COFFEE both have 4.5 stars, with 1,930 and 303 reviews respectively.
Where can I get coffee early or late in Howell, MI?
Dunkin’ at 763 S Michigan Ave is open 24 hours daily. The 1600 Pinckney Rd Dunkin’ operates from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. BIGGBY COFFEE opens at 6 a.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. on weekends, closing at 8 p.m. M Street Baking Company is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day.
Which coffee shops in Howell, MI are suitable for working on a laptop?
Black Iron Coffee Roasters, Good Sense Coffee, Shaka Cafe, BIGGBY COFFEE and Dunkin’ at 763 S Michigan Ave all have Wi-Fi and are listed as suitable for laptop work. Black Iron operates from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends. Good Sense opens from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday.
Where can I get breakfast with coffee in Howell, MI?
Black Iron Coffee Roasters serves breakfast, with reviewers mentioning bagels, breakfast sandwiches and a breakfast wrap. Good Sense Coffee serves breakfast too; one reviewer highlights a sausage, egg and croissant sandwich. Shaka Cafe offers toasts and acai bowls alongside coffee, plus vegan and vegetarian options.
Which coffee shops in Howell, MI offer drive-through service or delivery?
Both Dunkin’ locations—763 S Michigan Ave and 1600 Pinckney Rd—offer drive-through service, curbside pickup and delivery. BIGGBY COFFEE and Shaka Cafe also offer delivery. Black Iron Coffee Roasters, Good Sense Coffee and M Street Baking Company offer takeout and dine-in service but do not offer delivery.
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