Sparrows Coffee

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Sparrows Coffee is more than just a coffee shop; it's been a community hub serving the Grand Rapids community since 2007.

They are not just about brewing a great cup of coffee but also about advocating for well-sourced and expertly prepared coffee, supporting literary arts, and amplifying voices within the community.

Their café in Grand Rapids' Creston neighborhood is a former greenhouse teeming with natural light from its floor-to-ceiling windows.

The aesthetics borrow from contemporary styles, as in an LA wine bar, creating an open, airy, and inviting space.

Sparrows Coffee's approach to coffee focuses on the feelings a coffee imbues upon its drinker.

They aim to provide their customers with crave-able cups of coffee that evoke nostalgia, balance, or a sense of adventure.

They also prioritize responsible buying practices, emphasizing long-standing relationships and fair payment to growers.

They work with projects that support social justice in the industry, empowering women growers in East Africa and supporting increased food security for coffee farming families in Latin America.

Did You Know? Coffee is housed within a former greenhouse. This unique space is filled with natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows, one of which opens as a garage door onto a lushly landscaped patio. This creates an open, airy atmosphere that makes the café a delightful place to enjoy coffee.