Higher Grounds Cafe and Roastery is located in the Grand Traverse Commons in Traverse City, Michigan. It is a cozy and inviting coffee shop that embraces the local community. This roastery is committed to producing sustainably sourced coffee. The cafe offers a unique selection of espresso drinks. The cafe has a wonderful outside seating area where guests can relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the Grand Traverse Commons. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed, making it the perfect spot for a morning pick me up or midday break. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the cafe is a great place to connect with the local community.

If you want a coffee to go, be sure to bring your own to-go mugs as they do not offer paper to-go cups, but they will provide you with an upcycled ceramic mug, that you can keep.

Free public tours of the roaster are offered every two weeks, Fridays at noon. Visit their website to sign up.