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Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts

4.2(56)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 56 reviews (Google rating)Coffee Shop$ Corktown
(313) 969-0337 Directions yellowlightdetroit.com

Quick facts

Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts is a coffee shop at 2001 15th St Suite 101 in Detroit, MI, open daily from undefined. takeout and dine-in available.

Address
2001 15th St Suite 101, Detroit, MI 48216
Phone
+1313-969-0337
Hours today
undefined – undefined
Price
$

About Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts

Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts is a coffee shop inside historic Michigan Central Station in Corktown, at 2001 15th St, Suite 101, Detroit, MI. Its core offerings are house-roasted coffee, scratch-made donuts, and biscuit sandwiches. Coffee is a noted feature, and the shop is popular for breakfast. The menu also includes prepared food, comfort food, and dessert, with options for a quick bite in a casual setting.

Dine-in and takeout are available, but delivery and table service are not offered, and the shop does not accept reservations. Free and paid street parking are listed, along with wheelchair-accessible parking. Customers can pay by credit card, debit card, or NFC mobile payment. Yellow Light has a Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 56 reviews. For visitors to the station, it provides a place to get coffee, breakfast, or dessert without leaving the building.

Known for

  • House-roasted coffee
  • Scratch-made donuts
  • Biscuit sandwiches
  • Historic Michigan Central Station location
  • Casual breakfast and takeout

Good for

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “I fancy myself a donutman not a coffee man so take that how you will. I have a motorcycle named the fritter getter and yeah I think I know good donuts. I also used to co-own an organic pastry bakery out in California so here me out... …”

    — Doug Kurz, June 15, 2026 · google

  • “Great location in the lobby, but be prepared for a line.”

    — K R, April 19, 2026 · google

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Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts — frequently asked

Is Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts open on Mondays?
Yes — Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts is open Monday from undefined to undefined.
Where is Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts?
Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts is at 2001 15th St Suite 101, Detroit, MI 48216.
Does Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts do takeout or delivery?
According to its Google listing, Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts offers takeout and does not offer delivery.
Does Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts take reservations?
Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts is not listed as accepting reservations.
How expensive is Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts?
Google lists Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts in the $ price range for coffee shops in Detroit, MI.
What is the phone number for Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts?
You can reach Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts on +1313-969-0337.

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