Last updated October 6, 2026 · ranked from 2,968 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 5 coffee shops in and around Clarkston, MI, led by Starbucks Coffee Company, Starbucks Coffee Company and Dunkin'. Together they have 2,968 Google reviews; Starbucks Coffee Company has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.2. Every place on the list is in Clarkston, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Daily 4:30 a.m. openings and a drive-through give Starbucks Coffee Company at 6320 Sashabaw Road a practical edge for coffee drinkers in Clarkston, MI. Its rank-one placement rests on fast service, handcrafted coffee, espresso and tea, and options for both quick stops and longer visits. Indoor and outdoor seating, Wi-Fi and a quiet, casual atmosphere support laptop work or a seated breakfast. A 4.2 Google rating from 725 reviews adds support, while one reviewer specifically praises a barista’s friendliness and cup drawings.
Opens 4:30 a.m.
Drive-through available
Wi-Fi and seating
“There's this one barista who is always so awesome every time, always draws on the cups and is just genuinely so nice.”
Early starts and flexible ways to order earn Starbucks Coffee Company at 6677 Dixie Hwy the No. 2 spot among coffee shops serving Clarkston, MI. Handcrafted coffee, espresso and tea share the menu with breakfast, lunch and pastries, while fast service and a drive-through suit a quick stop. For longer visits, the quiet, cozy setting offers Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly seating. Listed Wednesday-through-Sunday hours begin at 5 a.m., and its 4.1 Google rating across 618 reviews adds support for its placement.
Drive-through service
Laptop-friendly seating
Early morning hours
“I was extremely disappointed with the customer service I received at this Starbucks location. I experienced a problem with the app that resulted in me being double charged. Instead of receiving understanding or assistance, Shelby was rud…”
A variety of coffee drinks, breakfast items, and practical amenities put Dunkin’ at No. 3. At 6365 Sashabaw Rd in Clarkston, MI, the shop offers a casual setting with Wi-Fi and seating suitable for solo visits or laptop work. Takeout, curbside pickup, and delivery provide alternatives to dining in, while free parking adds convenience. Its 3.4-star Google rating across 229 reviews comes with criticism of slow service and a reported closure during posted hours, so convenience is the strongest reason for its placement.
Coffee and breakfast
Wi-Fi available
Free parking
“Google and Dunkin’s website says it’s open… 5:20am and needed to stop before work. They are closed!!”
A listed 5 a.m. opening every day gives Tim Hortons at 6889 Sashabaw Road an early-start role among coffee shops in Clarkston, MI. Its No. 4 placement rests on practical options: premium-blend coffee, tea, pastries and breakfast sandwiches, along with a drive-through, takeout and delivery. Inside, the casual, quiet setting includes seating and Wi-Fi for solo visits or laptop work. Free parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities add convenience, though its 3.3-star Google rating and reviews reporting closures and rude service warrant attention.
Early opening hours
Drive-through coffee
Seating and Wi-Fi
“4 people try to come in and a worker came running to the window to post a sign that the lobby was closed. Then went through the drive through and they didn’t have any donuts; said they are only doing drinks. What?”
Early opening hours and a drive-through earn McDonald's at 6695 Dixie Hwy in Clarkston, MI the sixth spot for practical coffee stops. It opens at 5 a.m. daily and stays open until midnight, extending to 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Coffee is available alongside breakfast, with seating and Wi-Fi for those stopping inside. Takeout and curbside pickup offer alternatives to the drive-through, while free parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance add convenience. Its 3.2-star Google rating reflects a modest overall customer assessment.
5 a.m. opening
Drive-through coffee
Seating and Wi-Fi
“Very rude weight staff. Also, when I came inside to pick up my order, the only person in the lobby was an employee who was on break, but she was watching a video on her phone, full volume, of people fighting.”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each coffee shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Clarkston category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Where can I get coffee before 5 a.m. in the Clarkston, MI area?
Starbucks at 6320 Sashabaw Rd opens at 4:30 a.m. every day. The A Cafe at 4707 White Lake Rd is open 24 hours daily and serves Zingerman’s coffee.
Which coffee shops offer Wi-Fi and space for laptop work?
Both Starbucks locations—6320 Sashabaw Rd and 6677 Dixie Hwy—offer Wi-Fi and are listed as suitable for laptop work. The same features are listed at Tim Hortons at 5700 Maybee Rd and 6889 Sashabaw Rd, and Dunkin’ at 6365 Sashabaw Rd.
Where can I have coffee outdoors with my dog?
Both Starbucks locations at 6320 Sashabaw Rd and 6677 Dixie Hwy have outdoor seating and allow dogs outside. Honcho at 3 E Church St also offers outdoor seating and allows dogs outside.
Which places serve coffee with breakfast or lunch in Clarkston, MI?
Brioni Cafe & Deli at 7151 N Main St serves breakfast, brunch and lunch, including deli sandwiches, soups and locally made bread. It opens from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Both Starbucks locations serve breakfast, lunch and pastries, while both Tim Hortons locations offer breakfast sandwiches, pastries and light fare.
Which coffee stops have drive-through service?
Drive-through service is available at Starbucks at 6320 Sashabaw Rd and 6677 Dixie Hwy, Tim Hortons at 5700 Maybee Rd and 6889 Sashabaw Rd, and McDonald’s at 6695 Dixie Hwy. McDonald’s opens at 5 a.m. daily and closes at 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, and midnight on the other nights.
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