Matchhead Coffee, nestled in the heart of Kalamazoo on S Kalamazoo Mall, has quickly become a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike. With its spacious and inviting atmosphere, the café strikes a perfect balance between retro charm and modern comfort. Patrons rave about the warm welcome they receive—frequent mentions of friendly baristas and a community vibe are common in reviews.
Guests like Nathan Owens appreciate the quality of drinks at reasonable prices, while Beth Balash’s love for their chai latte showcases the café’s ability to cater to varied tastes, including seasonal specialties. Nicole Zabel captures the essence of Matchhead with her descriptions of the eclectic decor and calming ambiance, making it a perfect locale for writing or relaxing.
Highlighting the quality of their espresso, Chris Moes notes the partnership with Madcap Coffee, ensuring every cup is crafted to perfection, from cortados to flavorful seasonal creations. The café’s ownership ties to a local church adds an element of curiosity, though many patrons, such as Merceides Winright, feel free of any preconceptions while enjoying their delicious coffee and treats like giant chocolate chip cookies. Overall, Matchhead Coffee is not just a coffee shop; it’s a community hub where quality meets comfort. Get ready for your new favorite hangout!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
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Reviews For Matchhead Coffee
Nathan Owens
Jun 23,2025
Such an incredible place! The people are so kind, friendly, and helpful! The prices are perfect for the quality of drink you get. Overall, the atmosphere here is very chill and light-hearted. It's my favorite place to come and write.
Beth Balash
Apr 28,2025
Give this place a try! I always get the chai latte, and it is always delicious. The seasonal drinks are fun too. The staff is always very friendly, and the prices are reasonable. They have a nice big space, making it easy to find somewhere to sit. Just wish they were open in the evenings before the prayer meetings.
Nicole Zabel
Apr 24,2025
I was greeted with a friendly smile by a barista before I even opened the door. I was surprised at how large the shop is! It's got a loveley atomosphere-very much a retro 70's vibe and a very OPEN layout. There's cute tables stationed throughout and the cutest decor and nice music. Probably my favorite coffee shop I've geen to! If you haven't gone, check it out and spend some time there :)
Merceides Winright
Apr 13,2025
Came here for my morning coffee. It was delicious! The baristas were humble, kind and relaxed! The atmosphere was welcoming and creative! I enjoyed my morning cup so much, I came back to get an afternoon cup and snagged a giant delicious chocolate chip cookie. 12/10 recommend! Wishing there was a Matchhead where I live!
Chris Moes
Apr 4,2025
Best coffee in Kalamazoo. They now use Madcap coffee. They always make a great cortado. You wouldn’t even know they were owned by a church unless you asked why the glass back of the space opens to the inside of Radiant Church. I’ve never felt like I was being proselytized. I’ve never witnessed any bigotry to anyone. The staff is always friendly. I think some of the reviewers are being prejudiced about this place when they discover they’re owned by a church.
Nacim Idrenmouche
Mar 21,2025
I had a cappuccino there it's so yummy ! I recommend it for coffee lovers
Anna Glasgow
Mar 12,2025
Great coffee and the cutest shop! Employees are super sweet! The parking garage nearby has free parking for an hour and cheap rates after the hour is up.
Isabella Ashira Corder
Mar 9,2025
BEST COFFEE PLACE ON THIS SIDE OF MICHIGAN. I am a decadent coffee fanatic and as someone who lived in NYC, the creations here are better than some Manhattan cafes I've been to! If you are a cold foam girl this is a must!!!! The biggest specialty to me is their custom cold foam, they can make any cold foam flavor based of their syrups, which I believe they make in house I added an earl grey cold foam to my hibiscus latte and it was magical! The coffee is STRONG and not at all watery, it is super creamy and paired with the syrups it's perfectly decadent but not too sweet. They also serve cold brew and nitro cold brew, and according to my boyfriend the matcha is decent too (paired with oatmilk is super creamy too.) They have a generous list of syrups (brown sugar, cinnamon, etc...) Not to mentioned the customer service is extremely friendly Haven't tried their food, but if you love a sweet coffee stop by!
Reviews For Matchhead Coffee