Yellow Light Coffee & Donuts is opening this fall in Detroit's Michigan Central Station, marking the first food and beverage tenant since the station's closure in 1988. The coffee shop, which began on Detroit's east side in 2020, is co-owned by the same team behind popular local restaurants. This new location aims to serve the Corktown and Southwest neighborhoods with its unique offerings.
• Yellow Light Coffee & Donuts will feature in-house roasted coffee, homemade doughnuts, and biscuit sandwiches.
• The station has undergone a $1 billion renovation by Ford Motor Co. over six years.
• Guided tours of Michigan Central will be offered in partnership with Detroit History Tours, showcasing the station's rich history and recent restoration.
• The station has already attracted 167,000 visitors since its reopening in June.
This opening is significant as it symbolizes a new chapter for Michigan Central, blending history with modern community engagement. It also represents ongoing investment in Detroit’s revitalization, promising more retail options and job opportunities in the area.
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