Clifford's Coffee Canal - Benton Harbor

1. This café is absolutely stunning. 2. The outdoor seating area is situated right by the river, creating a picturesque setting. 3. The coffee is exquisite, and the desserts are delightful. 4. The space is spacious with plenty of seating options. 5. The staff is friendly and accommodating. 6. It’s conveniently located across from the Whirlpool office. 7. There is a designated parking area nearby.

What a beautiful and tranquil spot to enjoy breakfast during our vacation in St. Joseph! They even allowed my two young kids to choose a "pet rock." It was a lovely and delicious meal set against a backdrop of stunning flowers. I can't wait to go back!

I can't comment on the food since I only ordered a coffee to go, but the caramel iced latte was fantastic! It was a bit on the expensive side, but I would definitely return. I absolutely adored all the plants, fountains, and birds! This place is truly beautiful!

A strong contender for my fave café in the USA. It's located in a brick fortress, which looks ancient but was built from scratch a decade ago along a blind canal that branches from the nearby St. Joseph's River. Dining here is a multi sensory experience: on a bright summer day the main patio along the canal is lustrous as a Renoir painting: full of vibrant flowers and plasticine succulents. Grab a seat at one of the umbrella shaded tables and watch the masts of the boats bobbing in the marina next door. This is an ideal place to bring your summer beach read or a print edition of the Sunday Times and linger over a lap bowl of coffee and a hearty portion of oatmeal. Or try a power smoothie or one of their many interesting entrees. Prices are a little steep for a coffee spot, and yes service as a few gripers have pointed out in low ball reviews can be slow. But this is a summer bohemian hangout where, for a single Andy Jackson, you can enjoy a solid meal while immersing yourself in a magical setting. Think of it as breakfast crossed with a day retreat. Err, make that a half day retreat since Cliffords shuts promptly at 1 pm. That's about my only complaint about the place. Otherwise it's radiant.

I love this place! Food and coffee were amazing, as is the atmosphere and service.