Last updated October 11, 2026 · ranked from 1,527 Google reviews · How we rank
This coffee shop ranking stays within Charlevoix, MI, with every listed stop inside the city. Cafe Meria takes the top spot with a 4.6 Google rating from 297 reviews, the largest review count among these entries. BIGGBY COFFEE ranks second, matching Cafe Meria’s 4.6 Google rating with 79 reviews. Blondies Coffee follows in third with a 4.1 Google rating from 35 reviews. The two leading shops share the same rating, while their review totals differ by 218. Together, these listings provide a starting point for comparing coffee shops in Charlevoix, MI by rank, Google rating, and review count.
Harwood Gold Store & Cafe holds a 4.1 Google rating across 389 reviews, listed on Google as coffee shop.
Coffee and pastries
Outdoor seating
Open daily
“Harwood Gold is a terrific coffee shop and one of my favorite places to stop in Charlevoix. Has great coffee, pastries, all kinds of maple syrup. Super atmosphere. The baristas are Charlevoix friendly. Specifically, Christian and Maddie…”
White umbrellas and outdoor seating distinguish Blondies Coffee at 101 Van Pelt Pl in Charlevoix, MI. Iced lattes, smoothies and a kids menu give visitors several choices beyond a straightforward coffee order. Its 4.1 Google rating from 35 reviews reflects a mix of experiences, including complaints about prices and cramped indoor space. Hours are 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Organic small-batch coffee
Outdoor umbrella seating
Matcha and smoothies
“Staff were very friendly and helpful, and service was extremely quick despite the fact that I ordered only 5 minutes from closing”
Circle K holds a 3.8 Google rating across 25 reviews, listed on Google as convenience store.
“I went there today with my hubby at about 3pm we stopped at the circle K with our Promaster 1500 to get gas, i went to put $28 in the gentleman that helped me ran a card which saved me money on gas.
I was greatful for that its a big van…”
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 Charlevoix 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 have the highest Google ratings in Charlevoix, MI?
Cafe Meria and BIGGBY COFFEE both have 4.6 stars. Cafe Meria has 297 reviews, compared with BIGGBY's 79. Harbor View Cafe follows at 4.4 stars from 422 reviews.
Where can I get drive-through coffee early in the morning?
BIGGBY COFFEE at 1418 Bridge St, Charlevoix, MI opens at 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 7 a.m. Sunday. McDonald's at 1440 Bridge St, Charlevoix, MI has a drive-through and opens at 6 a.m. every day.
Which coffee shops are suitable for working on a laptop?
Harwood Gold Store & Cafe and BIGGBY COFFEE in Charlevoix, MI both have Wi-Fi and are designated suitable for laptop use. Harwood Gold closes at 6 p.m. daily; BIGGBY closes at 7 p.m. daily. One BIGGBY reviewer notes that its seating area is small for meetings.
Where can I have coffee outdoors in Charlevoix, MI?
Blondies Coffee offers outdoor seating under white umbrellas. Cafe Meria has its Smoothie Garden patio, while Harwood Gold Store & Cafe and Harbor View Cafe also offer outdoor seating. Cafe Meria and Harwood Gold allow dogs outside.
Where can I pair coffee with breakfast or lunch?
Harbor View Cafe in Charlevoix, MI serves breakfast all day during its 7 a.m.–2 p.m. daily schedule, with lunch from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Harwood Gold Store & Cafe offers baked goods, sandwiches, and salads. Cafe Meria serves açaí bowls, carnitas and braised-beef bowls, and smoked-salmon tacos; its listed hours are 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.