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Germack
2517 Russell St, Detroit, MI 48207, United States
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Jo
Review №1

Love this store! Nice coffee roaster and lots of natural plant based powders. Polish woman working here made it special as well. Looking forward to coming back and enjoying as many offerings as I can.

Jo
Review №2

Germack has a very classical coffee shop vibe. Lots of old wood, coffee paraphernalia on numerous shelves, and a nice long bar. There’s a window into their roaster in the back next to large sacks of coffee; always a nice touch. The atmosphere makes it a place I would love to come for a coffee and to sit and read or write. The lattes have been well crafted and you can’t beat the location right next to Eastern Market. I’ll be visiting regularly as long as I live in Detroit!

da
Review №3

Great CappucinoReally nice neighborhood and Market place

da
Review №4

A little pricey but then again since JB, who isnt? Very pleasant store to go into, old time general store feel with a bunch of nuts 😉

Ta
Review №5

Just got 2 iced coffees, 1 was sooo sweet it was hard to drink and the other cold brew tasted like vinegar. Both were pretty bad, but an overall cute spot. Appreciate the sustainability effort with paper straws.

Sa
Review №6

My husband and I had a macchiato and a latte. Both drinks were great. The blueberry crumb cake was so good we bought another piece! The staff was also very friendly and engaging. Im glad we stumbled across this place while traveling. If we are in the area again we will be back.

mi
Review №7

Decent coffee. Big selection of teas, beans, spices and snacks. Great vibe.

El
Review №8

My barista, yoing & enthusiastic, was so friendly and knowledgeable - Ive been visiting all the coffee spots in town & this is the first where I felt really welcome. Great beans, great service, and prices arent jacked up for hipsters. I mean, Avalon charges an extra buck fifty if you want cream. Come on! Ill be spending my coffee $ here for now, thanks

Mo
Review №9

I just ordered a dark roast, its too hot now to try. Ill keep you posted.... ok its great

Ki
Review №10

The Best ever Hot Chocolate the Chili Mexican!And dont forget the Almond croissant, and they will warm it up for you! Warm and delicious!!!

Je
Review №11

My Australian coffee snob husband says this is one of the best espressos he has had in the US so far. Grab a cup and stroll the markets!

Ca
Review №12

Agreed !!!! The Chili Mexican is tops, hands down 5 Stars. Upbeat staff, personable and friendly 5 Stars for making my morning and satisfying my tastebuds with a wonderful Rosemary bagel. Wonderful decor with all the trending exposed detailing that’s in the now!!! 5 Star layout. Beautiful aroma, thanks to the large array of fresh spices. Extremely spacious, and wheelchair accessible. A must try!!! #letsguide

Ja
Review №13

I love both the coffee and the spices at Germack. My favorite drink is the Chai, hot or iced and all of their spices are top notch. Oh, Germack also has their own brand of high-quality, delicious trail mix varieties too. Put this place on your list of one of the top places to visit in Detroit!

Ri
Review №14

My nephew took me here he knows I love delicious coffee and it was very good. I had a nice time. The people making the coffee helped me have a couple of the selections and I enjoyed that.

Je
Review №15

I buy most of my spices and loose leaf tea here. Love their coffee as well. Great place to grab a consumable gift, whether its from the coffee/tea side or the nuts and candy side. And although Im typically a black coffee drinker, I cant help but get a chili Mexican whenever Im here. Theyre doing a great job keeping everyone safe during the pandemic as well.

Ma
Review №16

A lovely spot for GREAT coffee (to drink or beans to brew at home or the office), in the heart of the Eastern Market.

Ca
Review №17

There are so many choices, it might take a while to navigate the store, but it is definitely worth the effort. Fresh prepared items, very clever to have 2 separate entrances, one for coffee items, and one for the variety of nuts available.

Ca
Review №18

Well very clean well stocked.

Er
Review №19

This place has a nice atmosphere

Wi
Review №20

Great coffee.perfect atmosphere.

Ba
Review №21

Fantastic selection of nuts, coffees and other treats. Centrally located in the Eastern Market in Detroit. Great service. Must come and browse

Da
Review №22

Location, service and coffee are phenomenal

Sa
Review №23

This coffee houses roasts their own beans. It is a great place to visit after being in the hectic market. The servers are knowledgeable about coffee too and very pleasant if you ask for recommendations. Pastries and cookies are available too. Lots of local food items like syrup and sauces. It really has a zen like quality

De
Review №24

Great spot to grab a coffee before walking around the market

To
Review №25

Great, attentive staff. Got the Peru Pour Over for $5 and its better than anything Ive had at Starbucks 😅.

Ah
Review №26

Best coffee in Detroit...Great staff cool store

Da
Review №27

We stopped in to get some whole bean coffee and ended up with Bike Lane after a little helpful advice. Cant wait to try it. Prices are reasonable and theres a sweet spot of enough blend choices without being overwhelming. After reading reviews, I see more I need to check out.

Ja
Review №28

Best place for a snowday. Chili Mexican after X country skiing through Lafayette Park.

Tr
Review №29

My wife loves this place, it was clean, organized and will staffed. The staff was very friendly and helpful. 🤗🤗

Da
Review №30

Love this place.

Er
Review №31

Always great. Consistent. Long wait on Saturdays.

La
Review №32

I love this place so much !! they have so many options for tea, spices, and coffee :D i always leave with something new whenever i visit . not to mention their cafe ! all of their simple syrups make anything you order special—so many flavors and combinations to choose from (i usually go with the iced chai latte with lavender syrup). i highly recommend this place if you can drop by

Sa
Review №33

Love the coffee and vibes!

Bo
Review №34

Inexperienced baristas who cares more about taking to each other than listening to customers requests. Don’t point out their mistakes or youll get passive aggressive responses from hipster kids that think they run the joint. Are there no adults supervising? Does the owner know or care. Nope cause they put them in charge. Had same experience about a year ago swore to never go back. Have a nice day :) I won’t be

wa
Review №35

Very helpful and friendly. Nice selection for gift basket ideas

Et
Review №36

One of the best cappuccinos I’ve had in a while. Large selection of coffee and brewing equipment.

Ka
Review №37

Always nice to visit. The gummies are so addictive!

Ni
Review №38

I had a great cortado there and the barista was super friendly! Great shop to have in Eastern Market.

An
Review №39

Neat place to meet a friend for a cup of coffee. OR start your gift shopping for the tea and coffee drinker

Do
Review №40

Great coffee,super fresh peanut butter.

Ro
Review №41

Love this place

Ry
Review №42

Germack is an excellent neighborhood coffee shop, but also so much more. They have an incredible selection of loose teas that is sure to have something for everyone. They roast their own line of coffees and have roasted for some other local places, as well, such as Baobab Fare. Nice people, great service, and right in the heart of Eastern Market, whats not to love?

Co
Review №43

Great coffee, spices, tea, herbs and snacks. 10/10 will definitely shop again

Mi
Review №44

Great place!

Fr
Review №45

Lots of nuts and dried fruit and coffee...

Bi
Review №46

This is my preferred coffee shop and spicery. Proceed here without hesitation. You wont be disappointed.

Fl
Review №47

The place to get all of your nuts and other snacks

Ab
Review №48

I have never been able to get past the grassy taste of Matcha. It literally made me feel like a goat. But then I tried Germack’s Iced Matcha Latte w/ Oat milk and honey. Boyyyy oh boy. I stopped feeling like a goat.

Br
Review №49

The quality of the coffee they make isnt the best. It tastes a little old and rancid. Their selection if purchasable teas is very large though.

Be
Review №50

Such good coffee and sundries

Br
Review №51

Love this store.

ni
Review №52

It was a great place nice clean and friendly.Even though I was there for and interview it seems look a cool place to work as well. The manager was so polite made me feel really comfortable at my interview.

Co
Review №53

Beautiful place to come to get spices.

An
Review №54

The coffee is amazing. Really great taste and interesting coffee specials. We love going to Germack before walking around Eastern Market. Maybe it’s because we go early in the morning, but some of the staff seem sleepy and less than enthusiastic. It would be nice to be greeted with a smiling face when walking in the door, but the coffee is too good to not grab a cup. As someone who works in the sales, I know that great customer service makes the difference.I do appreciate that they recycle and use compostable products.

Al
Review №55

It has become an almost weekly visit. The scones are fabulous and coffee is excellent! I enjoy looking at the other products they sell too

Ed
Review №56

We. Love. Those. Nuts....yall...👻🤗😍

Mi
Review №57

Ok...I am a truck driver. My day started super early. I was sitting around waiting on wolverine packaging to get me unloaded. I will say that this was definitely a nice find. I got the iced mocha. I do tend to be fairly picky with my coffee when I actually have the option to be. But so far other than my coffee shop at home...this is the best one Ive had on the road. Price was reasonable. I do have to say I got a friendly greeting from the employees. I will definitely keep this as one of my personal go to spots for when Im in the area again.

Mi
Review №58

Best place to purchase fresh roasted coffee beans. Like roasted yesterday. An awesome place to sit and chat or just pop in to get what you need. Cool building, nice vibe. The tea (dry) selection will amaze.

Jo
Review №59

Quality products, reasonable prices. Fast service even though it was busy. Staff was very knowledgeable about the teas, spices, etc. and made some good recommendations.

Ta
Review №60

Charming little coffee shop in Eastern Market! Great espresso and awesome rustic vibe.

M
Review №61

Great coffee and tea shop. Large selection of teas. Wonderful coffee. Using original architecture of classic Eastern Market structure likely pre-1900. Nice!

Ma
Review №62

RedLip. Germack invented red pistachios. Did you know that? A Detroit based business that has been around since 1925, first started adding red color to pistachios, a nut that people back then were unfamiliar with. I went here for coffee, though and really liked the place. Great coffee, friendly people and right across from Eastern Market Shed 2.

Ja
Review №63

I love coffee. Have sampled MANY coffees over my 57 years and the Germack Espresso and Americano is hands down THE best coffee in Detroit. I buy their Ambassador roasted beans to grind and brew in my own coffee machine at home.

Mi
Review №64

Best place to get coffee in Eastern Market and the downtown Detroit area. Close proximity to the sheds makes this the perfect place to grab a cup of Joe and wander through the market to feast on perogis or swarma.

Va
Review №65

Best nut variety

Ja
Review №66

You cant go wrong when you go shopping at Germack ever. whether you are buying for someone else or you are buying something for yourself, you know you are going to get quality and freshness. I would greatly suggest getting a coffee while you are there.

No
Review №67

They roast the beans house. The coffee is very good. They also have a great selection of bulk tea and spices

Er
Review №68

Looking for the spices needed for a leg of lamb. Cardamom pods, peppercorns, cummin seeds and cinnamon sticks. Everything needed and fairly priced. Do yourself a favor and grab a coffee.

Ki
Review №69

I stop in for some nuts and they were fresh and delicious. I will visit agan...

Ro
Review №70

Always love returning here for tea and awesome coffee!

Jo
Review №71

Incredible place for coffee and tea. A wide variety to chose from and always fresh. A Detroit original, they are much more than just the peanuts you get at tigers games!

Pa
Review №72

Best pistachios, cashews and peanuts in town.

Wh
Review №73

Welcoming and open atmosphere. Lots of variety with friendly staff. My lychee ice tea was so flavorful it didnt need sweetener, and I *never* go without sugar!

Ky
Review №74

I wont get my spices from anywhere else! The quality of the spices (and tea!) are top notch and they have a huge selection. The coffee is also excellent and I love the Chili Mocha! The staff are very nice, helpful, and always make me smile by remembering me :)

Jo
Review №75

Great coffee. Nice selection of nuts, candy, etc.

Kr
Review №76

Germack is a great little coffee place to stop by in Eastern Market. Parking is free and there are usually some spots open during the week. On Saturdays that is not true and parking is packed for the Saturday market.The coffee is pretty good, the selection of teas and spices are great. They also have coffee and tea related gadgets.If you want to get a coffee and sit in there to work, the chairs are terrible. Im not sure if they are trying to get people to not hang around, but those chairs are a good way to do it. Internet is always working and is pretty decent too.

Jo
Review №77

Was able to find some basic organic spices... limited selections,but quality product.

El
Review №78

Really fun place to grab a bite or walk around. Nice colorful murals and a sense of Detroit history.

Na
Review №79

A good place to have a good cup of coffee and meet with friends or have a meeting in the middle of the week. It gets really crowded on the weekends though

Ap
Review №80

Best coffee around to make at home. Fantastic smells and interesting goods

El
Review №81

Great buzz and good coffee, although I think the espresso at Ashe Supply is better. But great spot to warm up after visiting the market

Ri
Review №82

Greatest bunch of nuts an treats ever.Very fresh product

De
Review №83

Best chili Mexican coffee I have ever had. Great place to chill.

Pa
Review №84

I happened to be in the city. So, I decided to stop here and get a four shot cappuccino. When I asked for Splenda or Nutrasweet the clerk went into some free-range organic hipster nonsense about the wonders of stevia (which has a vile chemical taste.) He then, rather nastily declared that was the only low-glycemic sweetener that they carry. When I objected, he suggested, honey. Honey is almost pure sugar, the rest being bacteria spores. Naturally, I left the $5 ($5 several years ago) cappuccino sitting there and returned to Berkley post haste. That was my first, and last, experience with Germack.

Di
Review №85

Fresh roasted coffee beans and great service! Gotta try their I-75 blend... They also carry Stevia leaves in their tea section!

TJ
Review №86

Quaint and charming in the heart of Eastern Market. Best Iced Mocha Ive ever had. Cool music with a laid back atmosphere.

Ka
Review №87

The aesthetics of this place are well worth the trip, but the coffee, teas and spices will keep you coming back!

Sa
Review №88

Wonderful tea and coffee shop with great selection of gifts, teas, and spices. Will definitely come back.

Ch
Review №89

*referring to the coffee shop not storeI dont drink coffee but I love their various drinks and often when I come in they have special beverages for a limited time that I just HAVE to try out. I have yet to be disappointed. Everything is so good and the staff is pretty laid back and willing to answer whatever questions you may have without making you feel like an idiot.The atmosphere is like any other coffee/tea place. Relaxed, a nice place to quickly meet up with friends/clients, and study/get work done. It is on the small side so not ideal for super large groups.I always recommend going if youre in the Eastern Market area. I do wish they stayed open a bit later though.

R
Review №90

Lots of cute nut and fruit assortments. Best peanut butter in the world!

Sh
Review №91

Maybe a little pricey but they dont ruin all the dark chocolate with sea salt.

Ka
Review №92

Good coffee, but terrible customer service. We waited 15 minutes in line only to be told the espresso machine was down. There was no sign, nor did staff alert the customers still waiting behind us. Unfriendly staff. Went to The Commons in Mack instead!

He
Review №93

Gave great coffee and tea and employee are so nice

Sh
Review №94

Find all the spices you need love this place.

Ji
Review №95

The Mexican Chili coffee is my go-to for Evey Eastern Market trip. Attentive service and quality products from a Detroit stalwart.

Pa
Review №96

Good friendly service... nice place

Ju
Review №97

Okay coffee, I only drink black, so maybe the other beverages they make are better.

am
Review №98

Hands down the best espresso in Detroit at the best price point. Kate is the best barista. I love Germack!

An
Review №99

Great Americano! Cool atmosphere and great customer service.

De
Review №100

This place has exotic black, green, and white tea Plus herbs and spices by the bulk that you probably wont find anywhere else! It is well worth a visit

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  • Address:2517 Russell St, Detroit, MI 48207, United States
  • Site:http://www.germack.com/
  • Phone:+1 313-566-0062
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
  • Espresso bar
  • Snack bar
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–3PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–3PM
  • Thursday:8AM–3PM
  • Friday:8AM–3PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:8AM–3PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
  • Historic:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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