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Cafe Sous Terre

4.7(454)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 454 reviews (Google rating)Coffee Shop$ Midtown
Closed · opens 8:00 AM
(313) 228-2880 Directions cafesousterre.com

Quick facts

Cafe Sous Terre is a coffee shop at 445 W Forest Ave in Detroit, MI, open daily from 8:00 AM. Call +1313-228-2880 for details.

Address
445 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone
+1313-228-2880
Hours today
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Price
$

About Cafe Sous Terre

Cafe Sous Terre is a coffee shop at 445 W Forest Ave in Detroit, MI, serving French food, bagels, coffee and cocktails. Its offerings extend to tea, comfort food, small plates and vegetarian options, with breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and dessert listed among its dining services. An on-site bar serves beer, wine and liquor, and happy-hour food and drinks are available. The cafe also hosts live performances and is noted for fast service.

The setting is described as casual, cozy and quiet, with Wi-Fi and seating for those dining alone or working on a laptop. Outdoor seating is available, and dogs are allowed outside. Families and children are welcome; the business also identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. Practical amenities include free lot parking, free and paid street parking, and a wheelchair-accessible restroom, though wheelchair-accessible seating is not listed as available. Cafe Sous Terre offers dine-in service but does not offer delivery or accept reservations.

Known for

  • French food and bagels
  • Coffee and tea
  • Cocktails and happy-hour food
  • Wi-Fi for laptop use
  • Live performances

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • matcha

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “What a lovely find! Deliciously barista-ed coffee and foods, great spot for working and cozy meet-ups.”

    — Amanda Anderson, September 15, 2026 · google

  • “This is more than expected. Im considered a coffee snob and they have the best coffee and quiche ever.”

    — Juanda Pack, September 6, 2026 · google

  • “The matcha here is top quality. If you like matcha that is smooth with slight sweet and umami notes this is the place. I got the vanilla matcha and it was delicious. The entire vibe inside is so zen. They have dim lighting and great atmo…”

    — Sadia Haq, August 28, 2026 · google

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Cafe Sous Terre — frequently asked

Is Cafe Sous Terre open on Mondays?
Yes — Cafe Sous Terre is open Monday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where is Cafe Sous Terre?
Cafe Sous Terre is at 445 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI 48201.
How expensive is Cafe Sous Terre?
Google lists Cafe Sous Terre in the $ price range for coffee shops in Detroit, MI.
What is the phone number for Cafe Sous Terre?
You can reach Cafe Sous Terre on +1313-228-2880.

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