DEER CAMP COFFEE ROASTING COMPANY & OUTFITTERS — Restaurant in Sterling Heights

A true Michigan hidden-gem! The first time I heard about his store I decided to have breakfast across the street at Dodge Park Coney Island, then shop at Salvation army and then go across the street to check out this place and to get a cup of coffee. I came on an off day so the place was closed. It looked small but I decided to come back the next weekend and check it out but they put out a sign saying closed : Out Hunting. Determined I came back for a 3rd attempt and boy am I glad I did! Inside it is much larger than the outside would make you to believe. There is so much to look at and consider purchasing. The best part is it is all high-quality Michigan-made! Also, bonus is that for your first visit you are treated to a free cup of fresh brewed coffee; I loved mine.

I got a delicious chocolate/caramel candy bar from the U.P., some craft beer for when my friends visit and some locally harvested honey for my biscuits and tea. Score! There is art work all over the walls. I was amazed at the size of the stuffed turkey - it was massive.

If you are into hunting, well look no more. There are gifts galore for the hunter in your life. I saw knives, deer scent spray, apparel, jerky, you name it, they have it.

You can't help but feel proud to be a Michigander after visiting this shop. Shop local, support Michigan and hurry on down to Deer Camp Coffee Roasting...

We visited this place for the first time this week, and it was a really great experience. So many Michigan made products: flavored sausage, jams, condiments, salsa, wine, tea, and even home decor items. They also serve light lunch food which was delicious, (I had an excellent venison hot dog) and oh...the coffee! Best coffee we've ever tasted! Rich and smooth and many, many varieties to choose from. We bought a couple of bags of ground coffee, and are really enjoying it. And the atmosphere in the store is as warm and inviting as that first delicious cup of coffee in the morning! Tony makes everyone feel like family, and goes out of his way to make you feel welcome. He takes great pride in all the products that he sells and answers all your questions with a genuine and personal enthusiam. Give this place a try -...

Calling all Michiganders and Michigander expats: check out this cute "up north" themed cafe (IYKYK).

Crossing the threshold to this shop feels like turning off I-75 at exit 202: there are tons of details in the decor and the inventory that elicited plenty of nostalgic tingles in this displaced Detroit Yooper.

The owner's husband (hooray for supporting woman-owned small businesses!) made a coffee for my friend and chatted with us about the products they have on offer, as well as the outdoor space in the back. It was a bit too chilly for us to take advantage of on this visit, but the outdoor lounge space seems like it would be fabulous in warmer weather.

Couldn't leave without grabbing a pastie - my only regret is that I didn't get two. Ope, guess I will just have to head back...