The Mug

4.9(108)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 108 reviews (Google rating)Breakfast Spot$ Boston-Edison
Closed · opens 8:00 AM

Quick facts

The Mug is a breakfast spot at 8747 2nd Ave in Detroit, MI, open Mon–Fri from 8:00 AM. Call +1313-639-9280 for details.

Address
8747 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
Phone
+1313-639-9280
Hours today
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Price
$

About The Mug

The Mug is a Black-owned, women-owned neighborhood bakery cafe at 8747 2nd Ave in Detroit, MI. Its menu includes savory and sweet baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, coffee, tea, and other drinks. The cafe describes everything as made in-house, from scratch, each morning. Breakfast, dessert, and quick bites are part of the offering, with vegan and vegetarian options available. Art and music are also part of its stated focus on a home-like atmosphere.

The setting is listed as casual, cozy, and quiet, with seating for dine-in visits and outdoor seating where dogs are allowed. Wi-Fi and suitability for laptop use make it an option for working on your own; it is also listed as popular for breakfast and solo dining. Takeout is available, but delivery, reservations, and table service are not. Practical features include free street parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. The Mug has a Google rating of 4.9 from 108 reviews.

Known for

  • Scratch-made sweet and savory baked goods
  • Breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and tea
  • Black-owned and women-owned
  • Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly seating
  • Dog-friendly outdoor seating

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • sandwich

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “As a gluten free gal, all I want is to once again have a breakfast sandwich that doesn't taste like cardboard and the occasional baked treat. The Mug delivers both of these in spades. The GF foccacia is the best GF bread I've ever had (i…”

    — Ashley Taylor, September 15, 2026 · google

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The Mug — frequently asked

Is The Mug open on Mondays?
Yes — The Mug is open Monday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Where is The Mug?
The Mug is at 8747 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48202.
How expensive is The Mug?
Google lists The Mug in the $ price range for breakfast spots in Detroit, MI.
What is the phone number for The Mug?
You can reach The Mug on +1313-639-9280.

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