The Ugly Mug Cafe & Roastery - Ypsilanti, Michigan

My friend (Patty) introduced me to her favorite coffee shop, The Ugly Mug Cafe two years ago. She was my "secret santa" at work and generously surprised me with a scarf and a bag of Mexico.  Mexico is a very good dark roast, perfectly balanced and has a wonderful depth of flavor.  Colombia and Ethiopia are also very good roasts.  Make sure you call ahead or take a look at their menu since the availability of the roasts may vary each week.   

The Ugly Mug Cafe is one of the first small batch artisan roasteries in Michigan.  I love their relaxed atmosphere and unique decor.  This is certainly a great place to read a book, study and meet friends for good conversations.  If you haven't tried their bagel sandwiches - I recommend ordering one with your coffee.  I love the "Big Breakfast" (picture below).  They offer coffee cupping and coffee lab events each month which are available to the public and free, unless otherwise noted.  Check this link for more information.  

The Ugly Mug Cafe & Roastery
317 West Cross Avenue, Ypsilanti 48197
734.484.4684
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 7am-9pm
Saturday-Sunday: 8am-8pm   

Quality of food and coffee: 93
Quality of Service: 93
Value: 93
Atmosphere: 94
Overall Score: 93 (Very Good)
                  

Ethiopia: Bright Floral, Citrus, Caramel notes.  Fantastic.

Mexican Latte - Love the Artistry.

Big Breakfast Bagel: Tomato, onion, spinach, egg, bacon, cheese, cream cheese, salt & pepper, chili powder, hot sauce Delicious!!

Pita Pita Mediterranean Grill - Ypsilanti, Michigan

The Pita Salad and hummus (pictured below) from Pita Pita is fantastic.  It comes packed to the brim with chicken shawarma, fresh romaine lettuce, house dressing and a delicious spicy cheese.  The garlic sauce that comes with this salad is amazing too and it comes with plenty of pita bread.  

The chicken shawarma and spicy eggplant sandwiches are also very very good.  I'm sure whatever you order from Pita Pita, you won't be disappointed (as long as you have a "open-minded" palate).  =)  My colleagues and I enjoy ordering from Pita Pita because not only do they have delicious food, they also deliver! 

Pita Pita
2649 Washtenaw Ave., Ypsilanti 
734.528.3333

Hours:
Everyday 10am-11pm 

Quality of Food: 87
Quality of Service: 94
Value: 100
Atmosphere: 86
Overall: 91 (Very Good)                 

Pita Salad and small hummus (original)

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