The Outpost of Manistee - Manistee, Michigan

Beth S.

Great coffee place. Lovely to sit & watch the city walk by. Picked up a really nice Irish sweater, that I know quality wise I will be wearing for decades. Best Chia latte in town.

Daniel C.

Wonderful, cozy shop that offers super high-quality clothing & outdoor accessories (all the top brands), and if you're lucky, you'll even be able to snag some at a discount. The best part is that the coffee bar isn't just an afterthought - also excellent quality and the staffers have always been kind and helpful.

I'm from out of state but every time my family & I are in town, we love to visit. Strong recommendation - don't miss out on "The Outpost" if you're in Manistee!

Mike R.

Absolutely The BEST coffee(s) in town, bar none. No wait, professional service. Perfect grind, filtered water, right temperatures, certified baristas. I like the cold brews.

Scott H.

On my leisurely trip up the coast of Lake Michigan, I stopped in the town of Manistee. After wandering around town I stepped into the Outpost for a caffeinated beverage.

The Outpost is a lifestyle clothing store with a full coffee bar as an added feature. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff is friendly and helpful.
They have a well-representative selection of locally roasted direct trade coffee and locally grown and blended organic tea. I appreciate the emphasis on local. So many towns deplete themselves by patronizing chains that send profits elsewhere. I'd drink bad local coffee before I'd drink chain coffee.

Fortunately, this was not the case at the Outpost. Laina was my barista. She was pleasant, but a little curious when I asked if she could make a good Americano. Even though the drink is simple, many seem to muck it up by over-diluting. I ordered a double Americano - she put two shots of espresso and filled the 12 oz. cup not quite full. She nailed it.

I admired the caramel crema that formed on the top - just as it should - and inhaled the rich aroma.

Customers were browsing the clothing selection, but I was ready to sit and ponder stuff while I sipped on this exquisite brew. There are several high-top tables in the front of the store, but I opted for the outdoor seating. I like to people watch as I ponder.

I always like to admire my coffee before I taste it - let the anticipation build. That first sip was exactly as I hoped it would be.

Friends, if you're in Manistee and want a delicious coffee or tea - and support a local business - stop by The Outpost. You won't be disappointed.

anne H.

The female processing my purchase was an idiot when folding this purchase, I had to demonstrate appropriate folding of a men's shirt. She was completely unaware of the collar situation that would have occurred with her grade school folding. Need to train employees...

Beth N.

There is a coffee shop inside the store! My husband and and I came up from Holland for the day and stopped in for a few drinks before heading back home and enjoyed chatting. Though I wish it was just a smidge more coffee shop because it was a super cool place. Our Outpost in Holland is just a store.

Jo B.

A beautiful store and coffee bar- I could hang out here all day. They know espresso, a rare thing these days. And the clothing and accessories are upscale and not boring- a dream for serious shoppers and browsers alike. I even got my new fave pair of earrings at the coffee counter for $12!
And no, they don’t have matcha or oat milk- this is the best of non pretense so dial it back and grab an americano or latte.
I am jealous of people who live here because of places like this. Thank you!

Scott P.

This store always has an amazing selection of quality clothing and happens to serve not only great fresh coffee but amazing espressos. Friendly staff is a plus. Wife and I moved up here from Chicago and could not be more pleases with the clothing which is always quality at reasonable pricing and just as important the excellent coffee.