Top of the Town 2023

The 5 Top Hangouts For Students Around Lansing

Mar 23, 2024

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1 Constellation Cat Cafe

2023 Winner

3320 East Lake Lansing Road
East Lansing, MI 48823

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What the Business Says: We're proud to be the only cafe with cats in the 517. So, what's a cat cafe ? It's a place where you can stop in for a coffee and cuddle a cat - simple as that.

"Often a cozy study spot"

"KITTY CATS!"

"Be with the kitties that you may miss from home!"

"Great areas for studying and doing homework with WiFi inside and outside of the cat area, and tasty treats as well!"

"So welcoming and has student-oriented events"

"Stress free environment."

"Great atmosphere and coffee for studying or relaxing with cats"

"Great place to meet up with friends or work on homework!"

— Why Locals Say Constellation Cat Cafe is a 2023 Best Hangout for Students winner!

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2 Hooked

2023 Second Place

3142 East Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI 48912

What the Business Says: Hooked is a Lansing, Michigan bookstore with a coffee shop and wine bar. You can find us at 3142 E. Michigan Ave. in Lansing.

"Coffee, food, books"

"Love to study here"

"Cheery, accessible, lively and charming!"

— Why Locals Say Hooked is a 2023 Best Hangout for Students winner!

3 Blue Owl Coffee East Lansing

2023 Runner Up
- 2023 Runner Up Best Hangout for Students

213 Ann Street
East Lansing, MI 48823

What the Business Says: We are united as a family, anchored in the cause of bringing lasting hope to the world around us through music, coffee or by whatever means possible.

"My students love it."

"On site, good coffee, and great live entertainment on Wednesdays."

"Great spot."

— Why Locals Say Blue Owl Coffee East Lansing is a 2023 Best Hangout for Students winner!

4 Château Coffee Co.

2023 Top 5

1701 South Waverly Road
Lansing, MI 48917

What the Business Says: Château Coffee Co. is a Mediterranean, and French inspired specialty coffee shop. We offer flavorful and unique options such as traditional Arabic coffee made to perfection, flavorful espresso creations, exquisite French croissants, and Lebanese baklava. The experience is warm and inviting.

"Wifi, good sitting spots + plug ins!"

"Space and vibe"

"Quite atmosphere"

— Why Locals Say Château Coffee Co. is a 2023 Best Hangout for Students winner!

5 Homebrew Tabletop Game Lounge

2023 Top 5

219 1/2 North Bridge Street
Grand Ledge, MI 48837

What the Business Says: A place to hangout and play games ranging from classics like chess to the latest hobby games.

"Great place to meet and play board games."

"The relaxing environment and local beverages offers a good study environment and a chance for games afterwards."

— Why Locals Say Homebrew Tabletop Game Lounge is a 2023 Best Hangout for Students winner!

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