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Bakri Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Bakri Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsBakri CoffeeMichigan coffee roastersColombiaIndependentRoasts in-house
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Bakri Coffee is a Dearborn-based roastery that specializes in small-batch, fresh-roasted coffee for both retail customers and wholesale partners. Founded by Ali Bakri, the company is rooted in a family-oriented tradition that emphasizes over 50 years of combined roasting experience and a commitment to daily, locally-crafted production in the Metro Detroit area. The brand operates multiple neighborhood café locations, positioning itself as a community-first roaster that prioritizes quality, consistency, and the ritual of the coffee experience. By maintaining control over their roasting process, they ensure that their beans are delivered from roast to cup within a 30-day window, catering to both traditional coffee drinkers and those seeking specialty blends.

Ownership
Bakri Coffee is an independent, family-owned business founded by Ali Bakri. It operates alongside its sister wholesale entity, Caffina Coffee Co.
Founded
1998
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Bakri Coffee is known for its small-batch, daily-roasted coffee and its roots as a family-operated business with over 50 years of combined roasting experience. They are recognized for providing fresh, locally roasted beans to the Metro Detroit area through their neighborhood cafés and online retail platform.
Sourcing countries
Colombia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm, farmer, or washing station names for its coffee offerings. Their product line consists of a mix of single-origin offerings, such as Colombian, and signature house blends.
Notable coffees
  • — Master Blend
  • — Espresso Roast
  • — Colombian
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Bakri Coffee

These are examples recorded during editorial research. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

External customer, cafe, marketplace, and class ratings are not comparable measures of the quality of an individual coffee. We do not convert them into original tasting scores or brand-wide star ratings. Our independent reviews are published separately after a coffee has actually been brewed and evaluated.

Verify original product sources

Retailer information: Bakri Coffee

Documented physical retailers
Bakri Coffee Ford Road
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in Dearborn, Michigan, selling bagged coffee and beverages.
Physical
Bakri Coffee Michigan Avenue
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe and bakery location in Dearborn, Michigan, selling bagged coffee and beverages.
Physical
Bakri Coffee Sterling Heights
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in Sterling Heights, Michigan, selling bagged coffee and beverages.
Physical
Documented online sources
Bakri Coffee's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers online sales of small-batch coffee beans and subscriptions.
Website

I was able to verify three physical cafe locations in Michigan and the brand's own e-commerce website; no third-party retail partners or major online marketplaces were found.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 18, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Bakri Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-10-26 · City of Dearborn
NOTICE OF MEETING: Special Meeting of the City Council

The Dearborn City Council scheduled a special meeting to consider a temporary land-use permit for a food truck at the Bakri Coffee & Bistro location on Schaefer Road. This permit is intended to allow operations while construction on the brand's permanent building at that site is ongoing.

2026-10-02 · Hoodline
Bakri Coffee Builds Fifth Dearborn-Area Shop With Drive-Thru on Schaefer Road

Bakri Coffee is expanding its footprint with a fifth location in Dearborn, which will feature a drive-thru and a new service concept. The company, which began as an online retailer before opening its first brick-and-mortar shop in 2025, continues to grow its presence in the metro Detroit area.

2026-09-15 · 94.7 WCSX
Dearborn Coffee Week Returns for Third Year With Eight Days of Events

Bakri Coffee served as a presenting sponsor for the city's third annual 'Dearborn Coffee Week,' an eight-day event series celebrating the local coffee scene. The brand participated in the 'DRIP' coffee party, which combined coffee culture with music and social engagement.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-02. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand emphasizes a community-first spirit, there is no verifiable documentation of specific charitable or philanthropic programs with defined financial commitments published on their official channels.

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