I love Strange Matter! They have wonderful drinks and even better staff. Thank you for creating a safe space for the community!Parking: Parking usually free nights in weekends -- City of Lansing guildelines
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Mocha Latte
Ryan McIntyre
I’ve been a long time regular at downtown and have nothing but high praises for it. The baristas consistently improve my mood with their friendly demeanor and witty jokes! Liv, Zac, Jac, & the rest of the baristas always treat me like one of their own and always make me feel welcome. I look forward to getting food and coffee from here almost every very day I can afford to. The shop’s atmosphere matches the aesthetic of downtown to a t and I’m happy that this is the premier craft coffee spot in the area. Despite the greater Lansing area being hostile to LGBT people, it’s nice to have a little sanctuary where we all feel safe. I love the cortados and dirty chais that I get. Academic studies claim that 3rd spaces are dying and strange matter is a large exception to that notion. From a study spot that isn’t my apartment to a place to meet friends and family, strange matter consistently fills a need in my life for a reliable 3rd space. I’ve worked in coffee in the past and the staff’s passion for what they do clearly shows. Best damn coffee shop in all of Lansing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Doughnut
Jeff Panaka
Great location. Real friendly staff. The donuts are killer and the coffee is hot and always freshly brewed. I appreciate the expansions they have made at this location. They have a lot of space and tables now. Really great location. 5/5.
Rachael Hitchcock
Always check your stuff before you leave. They never have your stuff together. Last time I was there they didn't say hello or anything, they barely acknowledged my existence. They act annoyed that they have to serve you. I wish they had more hot drink sizes ither than 12oz. It's like a kids
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Angel W
No other eatery gets more of my income than this place. Grateful for all the vegan options!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nadia Paige
The staff are all super cool, the Nola is my favorite drink. They do seasonal variations on it too, if they did peppermint year-round I would be stoked. The doughnuts are also seasonal and fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mason N
Used to be a huge fan, but they must have changed something the drip coffee has virtually no flavor now.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 3
London Trueworthy
Very friendly spot for coffee and delicious donuts. They have really good tea also. Everyone knows where it is it’s easy to meet up at.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maurice Underwood
Great coffee. Nice employees.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Brown Sugar Cardamom Latte, Blueberry Scone V
Rebecca
delicious coffee! really good espresso and lattes, great jams and decent seating! donuts are super affordable and delicious!Parking: city parking so take that as you will
The food is unbelievable. I would make a recommendation, but just get anything. It's all outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rina Risper
What a great place to meet for coffee especially if you have not seen someone for a while. you can get loud or cry without someone looking at you like you are crazy. The coffee was amazing. The food was tasty and the donuts reminded me of Candyland.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Sasso
I am floored by how kind the staff here is. I’m just passing through and wanted a good cup of coffee. That is not what I received. I received an amazing cup of the Ethiopian pour over, kind smiles from staff, and lovely conversation. I am truly disheartened I don’t live closer to here as I would be here at least once a day. Kudos to you strange matter
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hayley Van Fulpen
I absolutely love this place for their coffee and vegan donuts. Excited to see them expanding!
Becca Pratt
Whenever I am downtown I make it a point to stop in SM. I got hooked on the honey cinnamon latte over six years ago, and obsessed with the donuts for years!
I love Strange Matter! They have wonderful drinks and even better staff. Thank you for creating a safe space for the community!Parking: Parking usually free nights in weekends -- City of Lansing guildelines
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Mocha Latte
I’ve been a long time regular at downtown and have nothing but high praises for it. The baristas consistently improve my mood with their friendly demeanor and witty jokes! Liv, Zac, Jac, & the rest of the baristas always treat me like one of their own and always make me feel welcome. I look forward to getting food and coffee from here almost every very day I can afford to. The shop’s atmosphere matches the aesthetic of downtown to a t and I’m happy that this is the premier craft coffee spot in the area. Despite the greater Lansing area being hostile to LGBT people, it’s nice to have a little sanctuary where we all feel safe. I love the cortados and dirty chais that I get. Academic studies claim that 3rd spaces are dying and strange matter is a large exception to that notion. From a study spot that isn’t my apartment to a place to meet friends and family, strange matter consistently fills a need in my life for a reliable 3rd space. I’ve worked in coffee in the past and the staff’s passion for what they do clearly shows. Best damn coffee shop in all of Lansing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Doughnut
Great location. Real friendly staff. The donuts are killer and the coffee is hot and always freshly brewed. I appreciate the expansions they have made at this location. They have a lot of space and tables now. Really great location. 5/5.
Always check your stuff before you leave. They never have your stuff together. Last time I was there they didn't say hello or anything, they barely acknowledged my existence. They act annoyed that they have to serve you. I wish they had more hot drink sizes ither than 12oz. It's like a kids
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
No other eatery gets more of my income than this place. Grateful for all the vegan options!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The staff are all super cool, the Nola is my favorite drink. They do seasonal variations on it too, if they did peppermint year-round I would be stoked. The doughnuts are also seasonal and fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Used to be a huge fan, but they must have changed something the drip coffee has virtually no flavor now.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 3
Very friendly spot for coffee and delicious donuts. They have really good tea also. Everyone knows where it is it’s easy to meet up at.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great coffee. Nice employees.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Brown Sugar Cardamom Latte, Blueberry Scone V
delicious coffee! really good espresso and lattes, great jams and decent seating! donuts are super affordable and delicious!Parking: city parking so take that as you will
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mocha Latte
Restaurantji Recommends
The food is unbelievable. I would make a recommendation, but just get anything. It's all outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a great place to meet for coffee especially if you have not seen someone for a while. you can get loud or cry without someone looking at you like you are crazy. The coffee was amazing. The food was tasty and the donuts reminded me of Candyland.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I am floored by how kind the staff here is. I’m just passing through and wanted a good cup of coffee. That is not what I received. I received an amazing cup of the Ethiopian pour over, kind smiles from staff, and lovely conversation. I am truly disheartened I don’t live closer to here as I would be here at least once a day. Kudos to you strange matter
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I absolutely love this place for their coffee and vegan donuts. Excited to see them expanding!
Whenever I am downtown I make it a point to stop in SM. I got hooked on the honey cinnamon latte over six years ago, and obsessed with the donuts for years!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gluten Friendly Vegan Cake Doughnuts, Brown Sugar Cardamom Latte, Lavender Donut