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New coffee spot opening in Detroit’s West Village this weekend

Washed Up Coffee opening inside La Fonda Street at 8016 Kercheval Avenue

Longtime baristas Emily Potter and Amélie Boulanger are celebrating the grand opening of Washed Up Coffee on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. Washed Up Coffee is opening inside La Fonda Street at 8016 Kercheval in Detroit's West Village. (Washed Up Coffee)

DETROIT – A new coffee spot is set to open in Detroit’s West Village this weekend.

Washed Up Coffee is opening at 8016 Kercheval Avenue, inside La Fonda Street, a Latin American restaurant, on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.

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Long-time baristas Emily Potter and Amélie Boulanger are opening the multi-roaster cafe as a place for guests to find quality coffee in a community-oriented space.

Washed Up Coffee will have a changing selection of specialty roasts and serve breakfast burritos from La Fonda, along with a rotating pastry menu.

Washed Up Coffee will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. (Washed Up Coffee)

The coffee shop will celebrate with a grand opening party and “Latte Art Throwdown” on Sunday, Nov. 2. Doors will open at 6 p.m., with the competition starting at 7 p.m.

Everyone is welcome, from coffee professionals to enthusiasts, and can expect a “lively barista competition, community mingling, music, specialty pours, and a showcase of latte-art creativity,” according to a release.

Washed Up Coffee will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

For more information about Washed Up Coffee, visit here.


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