Rainy Day in Birmingham, MI

Indoor plans for grey afternoons.

Places for rainy day

Emagine Palladium
4.4(1,479)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 1479 reviews (Google rating)
Movie theater
Emagine Palladium is an eight-screen movie theater at 209 Hamilton Row in Birmingham, MI, housed in a circa-1927 building. Its programming includes first-run and independent films, giving the multiplex a mix of current releases and indie titles. The theater has a Google rating of 4.4 from 1,479 reviews. An on-site restaurant and bar provide food and alcohol, and the theater welcomes children. Amenities include Wi-Fi and restrooms. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating. Paid parking options include a garage, a lot, and street parking; visitors should account for parking costs when planning a trip. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. For a movie outing in Birmingham, MI, the practical details are an eight-screen format, on-site food and drink, and several paid parking options.
Commonwealth Cafe
4.5(1,065)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 1065 reviews (Google rating)
Coffee shop
Commonwealth Cafe at 300 Hamilton Row in Birmingham, MI serves a full menu of American fare in a casual, cozy setting. A live tree and bay window give the interior an outdoor feel. Coffee and tea are notable offerings, and the cafe is popular for breakfast and lunch, with brunch and dessert also available. The menu includes comfort food, small plates, and quick bites, alongside healthy, organic, vegan, and vegetarian options. The cafe is suited to solo dining and working on a laptop, with Wi-Fi available, and draws students and tourists. Families are welcome, with high chairs provided; dogs are allowed outside. Guests can dine in with table service or order takeout, but delivery and reservations are not available. The entrance, seating, restroom, and parking include wheelchair-accessible options. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are available. Commonwealth Cafe has a Google rating of 4.5 from 1,065 reviews.
Birmingham 8
4.4(868)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 868 reviews (Google rating)
Movie theater
Birmingham 8 is a 1920s-era cinema at 211 S Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI. The building retains its original marquee and houses eight small theaters showing new releases and independent films. Its mix of current releases and indie programming gives moviegoers both categories to consider when choosing a screening. The theater has a Google rating of 4.4 from 868 reviews. Food and alcohol are available, and there is an on-site bar, though the cinema does not have a restaurant. Amenities include restrooms and Wi-Fi, and children are welcome. The entrance, parking and restroom are listed as wheelchair accessible. Parking options include both free and paid lot parking, as well as free and paid street parking. For payment, Birmingham 8 accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments.
Paris Baguette
4.4(865)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 865 reviews (Google rating)
Coffee shop
Paris Baguette is a bakery café at 183 N Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI. Its offerings include pastries, fresh-baked breads, cakes, coffee and tea, along with grab-and-go salads and sandwiches. Breakfast is available, and customers can dine in or order takeout. The menu covers both bakery items and prepared meals, with in-store shopping, pickup and delivery among the listed service options. Its Google rating is 4.4 from 865 reviews. For visitors planning a quick stop, the café accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Listed parking options include free and paid garage parking, as well as paid lot and street parking. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, restroom and parking. A restroom is also available for customers. These service and access options are useful details to consider when choosing between an on-site visit, pickup or delivery.
Starbucks
4.3(774)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 774 reviews (Google rating)
Coffee shop
Starbucks at 101 N Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI serves handcrafted coffee, espresso and tea, along with breakfast, lunch and pastries. The cafe also offers prepared food, small plates and desserts, with dine-in seating and takeout available. Coffee and tea are listed among its highlights, and breakfast is a popular use. It has a Google rating of 4.3 from 774 reviews. The setting is described as casual and cozy, with Wi-Fi and seating suited to solo visits or working on a laptop. Outdoor seating is available, and dogs are allowed outside. The cafe welcomes families, groups and LGBTQ visitors, and is listed as a transgender safe space. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom and seating. Paid garage, lot and street parking are available. Credit cards, debit cards and mobile NFC payments are accepted; reservations, table service and delivery are not offered.
Birmingham Roast
4.5(659)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 659 reviews (Google rating)
Coffee shop
Birmingham Roast is a casual cafe at 525 E Brown St in Birmingham, MI, serving coffee, tea, breakfast, and light bites in a comfortable, cozy setting. Coffee and tea are noted highlights, and breakfast and lunch are popular reasons to visit. The cafe also serves brunch and dessert, with offerings that include comfort food, small plates, and healthy, organic, vegan, and vegetarian options. It has a Google rating of 4.5 from 659 reviews. The cafe is suitable for solo dining and working on a laptop, with Wi-Fi and indoor and outdoor seating. It welcomes families and is popular with students and tourists; dogs are allowed outside. Dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering are available, though there is no table service and reservations are not accepted. The entrance, seating, restroom, and parking include wheelchair-accessible provisions. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed, and the cafe accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
Tim Hortons
3.6(397)· Google3.6 out of 5 from 397 reviews (Google rating)
Coffee shop
Tim Hortons at 36101 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI is a cafe in the Canadian chain known for its signature premium-blend coffee, light fare, pastries and breakfast sandwiches. Coffee and tea are listed highlights, and breakfast and lunch are popular uses for this location. The menu also includes comfort food, prepared food and desserts, with breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late-night food among the listed offerings. The atmosphere is described as casual and quiet, with seating for dine-in visits and options for solo dining. Drive-through, takeout and delivery are available, along with catering; table service and reservations are not. Practical amenities include free lot parking, Wi-Fi and a restroom. Families have access to high chairs and a children’s menu, and dogs are allowed both inside and outside. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are listed as wheelchair accessible. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The location has a Google rating of 3.6 out of 5 from 397 reviews.
Choco Mania Cafe
3.3(276)· Google3.3 out of 5 from 276 reviews (Google rating)
Coffee shop
Choco Mania Cafe is an ice cream shop at 280 E Merrill St in Birmingham, MI, with coffee, tea, and desserts among its listed highlights. It offers a casual, cozy setting with a hip atmosphere, along with seating for dine-in visits and an outdoor seating option. The cafe is listed as suitable for a quick bite or solo dining, welcomes children, and is popular with tourists. Takeout is available, but delivery is not, and the business does not accept reservations. For visitors planning a stop, listed parking options include free and paid street parking as well as valet service. The entrance and parking are listed as wheelchair accessible. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Choco Mania Cafe has a Google rating of 3.2 out of 5 from 266 reviews, a useful counterpoint to its listed coffee, tea, and dessert highlights when deciding whether to visit.
Birmingham Village Players
4.8(183)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 183 reviews (Google rating)
Performing arts theater
Birmingham Village Players is a community theater at 34660 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI. Its description notes more than 100 years of community theatre, and live performances are among its listed features. That long history is a defining part of the organization’s identity. Its Google listing has a 4.8 rating from 183 reviews, though the provided information does not describe individual productions or the current schedule. For visitors, the theater lists a free parking lot, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance, accessible seating, and an accessible restroom. Children are welcome, but the listing does not specify age recommendations for particular performances. On-site amenities include restrooms and Wi-Fi; there is no restaurant. Credit and debit cards are accepted. These practical details outline the venue’s facilities and payment options, while ticket prices, show dates, and production details are not included in the available information.
Lucky Detroit Coffee Roasters & Espresso Birmingham
4.4(128)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 128 reviews (Google rating)
Coffee shop
Lucky Detroit Coffee Roasters & Espresso Birmingham is a women-owned cafe at 1728 W Maple Road, on the first floor, in Birmingham, MI. Its coffee program centers on locally roasted beans and hand-crafted espresso drinks, including flat whites and lattes with latte art. Coffee and tea are listed among its highlights, alongside fast service. The cafe serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dessert, with quick bites and alcohol also available. The setting is casual and cozy, and the cafe is popular with students, solo diners and people working on laptops. Wi-Fi and seating are available for those staying in, while takeout is an option for a shorter stop. There is no table service or delivery, and reservations are not accepted. Practical amenities include a free parking lot and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, restroom and seating. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

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Places for rainy day

Emagine Palladium

4.4(1,479)· Google

Movie theater

Emagine Palladium is an eight-screen movie theater at 209 Hamilton Row in Birmingham, MI, housed in a circa-1927 building. Its programming includes first-run and independent films, giving the multiplex a mix of current releases and indie titles. The theater has a Google rating of 4.4 from 1,479 reviews. An on-site restaurant and bar provide food and alcohol, and the theater welcomes children. Amenities include Wi-Fi and restrooms. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating. Paid parking options include a garage, a lot, and street parking; visitors should account for parking costs when planning a trip. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. For a movie outing in Birmingham, MI, the practical details are an eight-screen format, on-site food and drink, and several paid parking options.

Commonwealth Cafe

4.5(1,065)· Google

Coffee shop

Commonwealth Cafe at 300 Hamilton Row in Birmingham, MI serves a full menu of American fare in a casual, cozy setting. A live tree and bay window give the interior an outdoor feel. Coffee and tea are notable offerings, and the cafe is popular for breakfast and lunch, with brunch and dessert also available. The menu includes comfort food, small plates, and quick bites, alongside healthy, organic, vegan, and vegetarian options. The cafe is suited to solo dining and working on a laptop, with Wi-Fi available, and draws students and tourists. Families are welcome, with high chairs provided; dogs are allowed outside. Guests can dine in with table service or order takeout, but delivery and reservations are not available. The entrance, seating, restroom, and parking include wheelchair-accessible options. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are available. Commonwealth Cafe has a Google rating of 4.5 from 1,065 reviews.

Birmingham 8

4.4(868)· Google

Movie theater

Birmingham 8 is a 1920s-era cinema at 211 S Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI. The building retains its original marquee and houses eight small theaters showing new releases and independent films. Its mix of current releases and indie programming gives moviegoers both categories to consider when choosing a screening. The theater has a Google rating of 4.4 from 868 reviews. Food and alcohol are available, and there is an on-site bar, though the cinema does not have a restaurant. Amenities include restrooms and Wi-Fi, and children are welcome. The entrance, parking and restroom are listed as wheelchair accessible. Parking options include both free and paid lot parking, as well as free and paid street parking. For payment, Birmingham 8 accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments.

Paris Baguette

4.4(865)· Google

Coffee shop

Paris Baguette is a bakery café at 183 N Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI. Its offerings include pastries, fresh-baked breads, cakes, coffee and tea, along with grab-and-go salads and sandwiches. Breakfast is available, and customers can dine in or order takeout. The menu covers both bakery items and prepared meals, with in-store shopping, pickup and delivery among the listed service options. Its Google rating is 4.4 from 865 reviews. For visitors planning a quick stop, the café accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Listed parking options include free and paid garage parking, as well as paid lot and street parking. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, restroom and parking. A restroom is also available for customers. These service and access options are useful details to consider when choosing between an on-site visit, pickup or delivery.

Starbucks

4.3(774)· Google

Coffee shop

Starbucks at 101 N Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI serves handcrafted coffee, espresso and tea, along with breakfast, lunch and pastries. The cafe also offers prepared food, small plates and desserts, with dine-in seating and takeout available. Coffee and tea are listed among its highlights, and breakfast is a popular use. It has a Google rating of 4.3 from 774 reviews. The setting is described as casual and cozy, with Wi-Fi and seating suited to solo visits or working on a laptop. Outdoor seating is available, and dogs are allowed outside. The cafe welcomes families, groups and LGBTQ visitors, and is listed as a transgender safe space. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom and seating. Paid garage, lot and street parking are available. Credit cards, debit cards and mobile NFC payments are accepted; reservations, table service and delivery are not offered.

Birmingham Roast

4.5(659)· Google

Coffee shop

Birmingham Roast is a casual cafe at 525 E Brown St in Birmingham, MI, serving coffee, tea, breakfast, and light bites in a comfortable, cozy setting. Coffee and tea are noted highlights, and breakfast and lunch are popular reasons to visit. The cafe also serves brunch and dessert, with offerings that include comfort food, small plates, and healthy, organic, vegan, and vegetarian options. It has a Google rating of 4.5 from 659 reviews. The cafe is suitable for solo dining and working on a laptop, with Wi-Fi and indoor and outdoor seating. It welcomes families and is popular with students and tourists; dogs are allowed outside. Dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering are available, though there is no table service and reservations are not accepted. The entrance, seating, restroom, and parking include wheelchair-accessible provisions. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed, and the cafe accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

Tim Hortons

3.6(397)· Google

Coffee shop

Tim Hortons at 36101 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI is a cafe in the Canadian chain known for its signature premium-blend coffee, light fare, pastries and breakfast sandwiches. Coffee and tea are listed highlights, and breakfast and lunch are popular uses for this location. The menu also includes comfort food, prepared food and desserts, with breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late-night food among the listed offerings. The atmosphere is described as casual and quiet, with seating for dine-in visits and options for solo dining. Drive-through, takeout and delivery are available, along with catering; table service and reservations are not. Practical amenities include free lot parking, Wi-Fi and a restroom. Families have access to high chairs and a children’s menu, and dogs are allowed both inside and outside. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are listed as wheelchair accessible. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The location has a Google rating of 3.6 out of 5 from 397 reviews.

Choco Mania Cafe

3.3(276)· Google

Coffee shop

Choco Mania Cafe is an ice cream shop at 280 E Merrill St in Birmingham, MI, with coffee, tea, and desserts among its listed highlights. It offers a casual, cozy setting with a hip atmosphere, along with seating for dine-in visits and an outdoor seating option. The cafe is listed as suitable for a quick bite or solo dining, welcomes children, and is popular with tourists. Takeout is available, but delivery is not, and the business does not accept reservations. For visitors planning a stop, listed parking options include free and paid street parking as well as valet service. The entrance and parking are listed as wheelchair accessible. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Choco Mania Cafe has a Google rating of 3.2 out of 5 from 266 reviews, a useful counterpoint to its listed coffee, tea, and dessert highlights when deciding whether to visit.

Birmingham Village Players

4.8(183)· Google

Performing arts theater

Birmingham Village Players is a community theater at 34660 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI. Its description notes more than 100 years of community theatre, and live performances are among its listed features. That long history is a defining part of the organization’s identity. Its Google listing has a 4.8 rating from 183 reviews, though the provided information does not describe individual productions or the current schedule. For visitors, the theater lists a free parking lot, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance, accessible seating, and an accessible restroom. Children are welcome, but the listing does not specify age recommendations for particular performances. On-site amenities include restrooms and Wi-Fi; there is no restaurant. Credit and debit cards are accepted. These practical details outline the venue’s facilities and payment options, while ticket prices, show dates, and production details are not included in the available information.

Lucky Detroit Coffee Roasters & Espresso Birmingham

4.4(128)· Google

Coffee shop

Lucky Detroit Coffee Roasters & Espresso Birmingham is a women-owned cafe at 1728 W Maple Road, on the first floor, in Birmingham, MI. Its coffee program centers on locally roasted beans and hand-crafted espresso drinks, including flat whites and lattes with latte art. Coffee and tea are listed among its highlights, alongside fast service. The cafe serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dessert, with quick bites and alcohol also available. The setting is casual and cozy, and the cafe is popular with students, solo diners and people working on laptops. Wi-Fi and seating are available for those staying in, while takeout is an option for a shorter stop. There is no table service or delivery, and reservations are not accepted. Practical amenities include a free parking lot and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, restroom and seating. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.