Caffe Far Bella

Reviews

• Ron R.

  star star star star star 27 July 2026

  OOOHHHHH yes!!! I'd give this shop another five stars if I could! Caffe Far Bella came on trusted recommendation and with a little help from Yelp. I wanted to start the early afternoon with a new coffee shop experience. This shop definitely lives up to its excellent name! I met the owner, Jack, shortly after arrival and he seems like one who never has a bad day and you immediately feel the warm welcome mat from him. This shop has been at this location for around five years and seems like a pillar in this shopping area.
  In looking at the chalked-up classic blackboard menu, the eyes popped open with joy when Mexican mocha was on this list! When I asked Jack if this was from a powder, he duly and proudly informed me that its a Michigan Mex mocha and then bean-counted the ingredients to me one by one - and I said, Cool!!
  OK folks! This is serious! Real coffee lovers like to taste the coffee in their speciality drinks, rather than have it taste like it's five full scoops of sugar with two ounces of espresso. Pardon the hyperbole! I didn't have this problem at CFB! I was elated at the taste of the Mex mocha mix and could fully taste the coffee - in fact it was dominant taste in a good way! The way it should be. Jack got the Elite treatment in my compliments during my visit!! But this wasn't the last one!
  Hungry guy then wanted a sandwich, which also came with a choice of side. I am not a tomato soup fan, never have been. I have no explanation as to why I chose the tomato basil bisque, but it was only available on Mondays and felt like a perfect compliment to the Italian pesto panini I chose as the main course. Well, I lost my case of the Mondays instantly after the first scoop! The texture, spicing, etc. were spot on! Look forward to a do-again someday!
  The panini mainly consisted of ham, salami, provolone cheese, and a terrific pesto blend. It was delicious! And it was cut in three parts and is a good size, so much so that you will be filled by the time you finish! Many thanks to Jack for caring about the customer! Keeping a clean shop all areas including the restroom (among the cleanest I've seen)! In the end, and this is a long Rev-iew!, What I enjoyed most today was watching an owner who loved his work and it's there for all of us here to see! Having a rough day? Head to Far Bella's and tell Jack to "Go ahead - make my day!" With the coffee that is!  Easily a stellar go-to shop with tremendous atmosphere, service, food, and many coffee selections to choose from! Bookmark now! Make the visit too!
  
  Recommend: VERY HIGH

• Tiffany M.

  star star star star star 26 July 2026

  I have been going to this place for over 10 years Jack and Karen are two of the most sweetest people you will ever meet in your lifetime. They truly care about their business. And the community. Some of their food that I would recommend is the quiche it is amazing and to die for not to mention their grilled cheese with their sliced tomato and tomato basil soup. And my son just loves the regular grilled cheese and they even cut the crust off for him :-)
  They've watched both of my children grow up and the two of them just love coming here. It's such a Hometown Cafe feel in the perfect neighborhood... if I could give this place 10 Stars I would.
  They make the best coffee drinks and will even customize it to however you wish. The smoothies Jack makes are amazing too. I will go out of my way to come to this Cafe over any other one and I suggest you do the same to support small businesses :-)

• Jason B.

  star star star star star_border 20 July 2026

  I met a friend up here that was in the area. I didn't even know this place existed until she said to meet her here and it was her first time walking in also. This little cafe was definitely a cute little place that I wasn't expecting to be tucked away in the this area of Saint Clair Shores. They have everything from sandwiches to soups to pretty much desserts and lots of coffee. I stuck with having a Panini. So did my friend. I was shocked how delicious that Panini was I just went with it traditional ham and a few other things on it. The atmosphere of this place was just really down to earth and relaxing and you can joy sitting and talking and not feel rushed to get pushed out of this place. The person behind the counter was very polite and just a really good cook. Even brought our food to our table which I felt like was an extra step of awesome. I for sure want to check out this place again here in the near future and take another friend to enjoy the food.

• Kathleen R.

  star star star star star 15 July 2026

  The best tuna pita I've ever had.  Small location but loaded with great eats!  Family owned and very personable.   They treat customers like family.  Great food, drink and hospitality so what more do you need?

• Celeste B.

  star star star star star_border 11 July 2026

  The lox bagel is astounding! It's ample lox and capers, fresh crunchy bagels, truly delicious!
  
  I ordered the buffalo chicken salad today and other than a few pieces of inedible chicken, the flavor was really great!! I've never had that experience here before, it's always been delicious food!  Really awesome atmosphere and very kind owners!