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Foster Coffee Company

4.7(332)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 332 reviews (Google rating)Coffee Shop$
Closed · opens 7:00 AM
(517) 679-0303 Directions fostercoffee.co

Quick facts

Foster Coffee Company is a coffee shop at 196 Albert Ave in East Lansing, MI, open daily from 8:00 AM. Call +1517-679-0303 for details.

Address
196 Albert Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone
+1517-679-0303
Hours today
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Price
$

About Foster Coffee Company

Foster Coffee Company at 196 Albert Ave in East Lansing, MI is part of a multi-cafe coffee roasting and baking company with a stated purpose of fostering community. Specialty coffee, lattes, tea, and baked goods are central to its offerings. The shop serves breakfast, lunch, and dessert, with prepared food, vegetarian options, and a children’s menu. It has a Google rating of 4.7 from 332 reviews.

The setting is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, and the shop is popular with students and suited to solo visits and laptop work. Wi-Fi, indoor seating, and outdoor seating are available; dogs are allowed outside. Families and groups are welcome, and the entrance, parking, restroom, and seating have wheelchair-accessible options. Customers can dine in or use takeout, curbside pickup, or delivery, including no-contact delivery. Catering is also offered. Parking options include free and paid street parking, plus paid lots and garages. The shop does not accept reservations or provide table service.

Known for

  • Specialty coffee, lattes, and tea
  • Baked goods and breakfast
  • Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly seating
  • Outdoor seating with dogs allowed
  • Vegetarian options and a children’s menu

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • latte×2
  • bagel

Popular times

Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Mon

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 48 of 100, 8a: 59 of 100, 9a: 66 of 100, 10a: 66 of 100, 11a: 62 of 100, 12p: 48 of 100, 1p: 25 of 100, 2p: 18 of 100, 3p: 25 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 55 of 100, 8a: 70 of 100, 9a: 81 of 100, 10a: 70 of 100, 11a: 55 of 100, 12p: 37 of 100, 1p: 29 of 100, 2p: 33 of 100, 3p: 44 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 22 of 100, 8a: 55 of 100, 9a: 70 of 100, 10a: 62 of 100, 11a: 48 of 100, 12p: 40 of 100, 1p: 44 of 100, 2p: 44 of 100, 3p: 62 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 48 of 100, 8a: 59 of 100, 9a: 70 of 100, 10a: 55 of 100, 11a: 59 of 100, 12p: 66 of 100, 1p: 51 of 100, 2p: 33 of 100, 3p: 25 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 48 of 100, 8a: 55 of 100, 9a: 66 of 100, 10a: 74 of 100, 11a: 81 of 100, 12p: 74 of 100, 1p: 66 of 100, 2p: 59 of 100, 3p: 55 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 59 of 100, 9a: 70 of 100, 10a: 62 of 100, 11a: 66 of 100, 12p: 88 of 100, 1p: 92 of 100, 2p: 85 of 100, 3p: 70 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sun

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 59 of 100, 9a: 59 of 100, 10a: 59 of 100, 11a: 74 of 100, 12p: 92 of 100, 1p: 100 of 100, 2p: 85 of 100, 3p: 74 of 100, 4p: 0 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

334 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★275
  • 4★33
  • 3★12
  • 2★6
  • 1★8

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • friendly staff×59
  • latte×47
  • espresso×15
  • kind staff×11
  • oat latte×4
  • local coffee spot×4
  • latte miel×3
  • spacious seating×3
  • avocado toast×2
  • latte flavors×2

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “They wouldn’t let me use my own cup which is fine but I usually use my own cup at Strange Matter Coffee and they will give me a discount for using less plastic. The bagels taste like bread, not a traditional bagel and were served cold. O…”

    — Taylor Reese, October 3, 2026 · google

  • “I drank the whole thing, actually gagged, and then left. The space was nice, i was there long enough to sketch a staircase”

    — Margaret Weaver, September 19, 2026 · google

  • “I had the lavender and honey latte. Ambience is very college student friendly which I am not, but for a quick and delicious coffee it's very good. Not Starbucks; a very even level of sweetness.”

    — Daltorb, September 3, 2026 · google

  • “I probably spent way too much time on its vanilla latte, but they are worth it! Used to be my favorite coffee place in town. Didn’t go there much since all coffee comes in cups now not mug…”

    — AM V, August 22, 2026 · google

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Foster Coffee Company — frequently asked

Is Foster Coffee Company open on Mondays?
Yes — Foster Coffee Company is open Monday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Where is Foster Coffee Company?
Foster Coffee Company is at 196 Albert Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823.
How expensive is Foster Coffee Company?
Google lists Foster Coffee Company in the $ price range for coffee shops in East Lansing, MI.
What is the phone number for Foster Coffee Company?
You can reach Foster Coffee Company on +1517-679-0303.

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