Mahala Cafe Bar — Restaurant in Kentwood

Today I experienced Mahala Cafe Bar for the first time. I was meeting to catch up with a friend and was looking for a coffee house with comfortable seating with an atmosphere conducive to private conversation. We were happy to find that all of our needs were met.

Our (quite inexpensive) mocha lattes were carefully and expertly served and the espresso flavor was rich but not overly bitter. The physical accommodations were clean and arranged in a way that allowed its single room environment to still provide entertainment (pool/electronic darts/large screen sports) as well as private conversation.

After three hours of conversation my friend and I left thoroughly satisfied with...

Wanted Turkish coffee and google showed me this place instead. It’s nestled in Kentwood and very unassuming. We went on a Sunday and the futbol game was on, which was a nice change of pace. The server seemed upset we wanted to order beverages, not very warm of a interaction which was a bummer but not a deal breaker.

Out of the nearly 15 patrons, I was the only woman on the premises. Again not a big deal but something to be aware of if that’s a deal breaker. It seems almost like an unofficial club of sorts.

I’ll probably go back because of the comfy chairs, laid back atmosphere and futbol games. Will I be welcome?...

Is there a better way to wrap up the week than with a refreshing mocktail at Mahala Café?

This hidden gem in Grand Rapids is the ultimate European café experience and the only place in the city serving the world-renowned Julius Meinl coffee ☕️ straight from Vienna. Whether you're winding down from a long week or gearing up for the weekend, Mahala is your perfect escape.

Don't miss their Virgin Cocktail Happy Hours, bursting with flavor, creativity, and 100% alcohol free goodness. It’s not just a drink, it’s an experience.

Let Mahala Café be your window to a weekend done right. #happyhours #moctail #cafe...