Bake Effect is a home bakery located in the heart of southwest Michigan, specializing in one-of-a-kind pies, shortbread cookies, and cake rolls – all made without wheat.* At Bake Effect, we believe that food should taste AND look like it was made with love, even allergy-friendly food.

We take pride in making everything from scratch, sourcing ingredients locally, and letting the natural flavors of the food shine through. We love what we do and it makes our day when folks enjoy our treats as much as we do.

So, make yourself at home and take a look around. We can’t wait to create something special for you!

*While all of Bake Effect’s products are made without wheat and/or gluten, they are made in a kitchen where these ingredients are present. While every effort is made to limit cross-contamination, it is still possible. Bake Effect is NOT a certified gluten-free bakery. Individuals with severe allergies are advised to contact a certified gluten-free baker.

We want to make sure that everyone knows the BIGGBY^® COFFEE story – how we came about, why we exist, and what we see as our role in the community. Our story articulates the qualities, beliefs, and ideals that make BIGGBY^® COFFEE relevant and remarkable in the eyes of our fanatics.

Caffe Tosi is a quaint Italian eatery, just steps away from beautiful Lake Michigan making it the perfect spot to enjoy a great meal, night out or simply a Bit Of Swiss dessert and Café au lait.

A great go-to stop located in Downtown St Joseph that has goodies for all levels of chocolate lovers. We also have the classics like a perfect hot chocolate on a cold day.

Pets are not allowed inside, but may sit at our outdoor tables. We can provide water dishes and pup cups!

Forté Coffee is a local family-owned craft coffee business. We roast our own beans here in St. Joseph. Our baked goods are made from scratch; real butter, real vanilla, and real love! We operate three cafes:

222 State Street – Café - Downtown St. Joseph

2045 Niles Road – Café, roastery and bakery – St. Joseph

138 Water Street – Café - Benton Harbor

Our Cold Brew cart is open on the bluff during The Farmer’s Market in the summer. The cart is also available for rent.

Our hours vary by location and time of year. Look to our website for the latest. www.forte.coffee

We are humbled by the support we have received from the community and visitors to the area. We are proud to have been chosen by the readers of the Heral-Palladium as the best coffee in SW Michigan.

Offering a variety of delicious breakfast and lunch items, scratch-made baked goods, and AMAZING coffee, in an absolutely beautiful cafe setting! WiFi too!

For us, food is life and happiness, so having the opportunity to share the food that Lisa has been creating for years is meaningful to us.

It is exciting to bring our establishment to the community at the iconic FOOD sign in Benton Harbor. Lisa has over 30 years of restaurant experience, and nothing makes her more pleased than people enjoying her food. 

A recipient of her culinary creativity for years, Richard, a car designer by trade, is the creative force behind the eatery design and atmosphere. We hope our eatery is a place for not only good food but conversation, comfort, and fun. Speaking of fun, why the name Happy Poochie? Our grandson penned Poochie as Lisa’s name early on, so what could be better than making people happy with Poochie’s food!

We look forward to seeing you at Happy Poochie Eatery!

- Richard and Lisa

Michigan’s left coast roast. 

From bean to cup, we roast, grind, brew, and serve our own coffee in our shops, and bring local flavor to dining establishments and grocers along Michigan’s Left Coast. Sip on your favorite coffee beverage as you adventure through Southwest Michigan or sit and stay awhile at our shops in Sawyer and St. Joseph.

St. Joseph Location:
301 Main St in The Market
7-6 daily
 
Sawyer Location:
5846 Sawyer Rd
7-5 daily  

Brewing coffee beans by day and offering sophisticated grapes by night, guests and the public alike can enjoy this space located on the first floor with entrances both via hotel and parking lot.

Come join us for breakfast!  

Located on Main St. in downtown St. Joe, MI. We’re in the same building as our sister restaurant, 221 Main, just use the door at the corner of Main & Pleasant.

Opening a breakfast restaurant has been an idea of ours for a few years now. We’re so excited to finally bring The Copper Pot to both locals and tourists alike.

At The Copper Pot, we offer a wide variety of breakfast choices. We have classics like omelets, scrambles and combos… along with some pretty cool elevated dishes too.

Elephant Ear Waffles, our delicious Smoothie Bowl and the Oven-Roasted Grapefruit are just a few of the items that you might not usually find at most morning cafés.

So do come check out what we have to offer - and we hope you like The Copper Pot as much as we do!

The Little Things Play Cafe is an indoor playground geared toward 0-6 year olds, combined with a full coffee bar, snacks and comfortable seating for adults to sit back and relax while their children play in an open, clean, Montessori-inspired play space.

The Tea Annex offers a wide selection of fine teas.  Grab a cup to-go, or stay for a pot with friends

"Enjoy the taste of Home Town cooking" at reasonable prices with great service in a friendly atmosphere! Visit us in downtown St. Joe!