The Good Beans Cafe — Restaurant in Flint

This is a post-worst-of-the-pandemic review. The Good Beans Cafe has survived. I'm sure it wasn't easy but it is open again. I think the owner would like you to know that it is OPEN (I'm writing this Nov. 12, 2022) and that the HOURS ARE MWF from 10 - 2 and people will need to wait for more staffing for more extended hours. So I hadn't been here (I don't live in the area) since before the pandemic closure and I cannot tell you how grand it was to stop for a cappuccino and see people talking and enjoying their coffee at the Good Beans again. For those who don't know, the drinks are extraordinary, the owner friendly and gracious, the atmosphere just fantastic -- it's a terrific funky coffee shop that would also be right at home in Ann Arbor, for instance. It's got its own vibe (obviously generated by the owner) that is still intact, too, like every excellent indie coffee shop. There's enough dedicated parking. My friend and I sat there probably a good 90 minutes catching up and enjoyed ourselves.

I highly recommend this place and hope folks can find the time to rejoin life at the Good Beans even without full hours yet. Welcome back, Good Beans! Glad to...

Wow! There's so many memories and so much to say about this amazing little local business. I came here every Friday for four years, never had an unpleasant experience. The owner Ken is a great guy who is very supportive of the people and culture surrounding Flint. The decorations around the place are all locally inspired and made, sometimes they're for sale. The coffee is the best around. They're always trying new combinations of flavors. They host various community meetings and even have a stage for artists, karaoke, talent shows and anything else you could host. I love this place and I'm very sad to be leaving the town soon. I'll be sure to come back often for a cup of...

My newest obsession is a good caramel or mocha latte! I have gone past this place for years and finally decided to go in. After asking about my taste buds, the owner made me a simple yet sumptuous mocha latte. He advised me how to make one and what to use at home as well- even the type of machine to buy for an at home experience. Very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. I purchased the coffee, and other ingredients from him and made it at home...HIS is much better though. He IS the barista! I'll...