Warm interior of Zim's café with soft lighting and wooden accents
Café & Bar · Sault Sainte Marie

The kind of place where every visit feels like coming home

Handcrafted coffee, thoughtfully poured cocktails, and a atmosphere that turns a quick stop into the highlight of your day.

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Cozy interior seating area at Zim's with warm wood tones
Our Story

A corner of the UP where good things happen

Zim's wasn't designed to be anything other than what it is: a place that feels like it always belonged. Tucked on Ashmun Street in the heart of Sault Sainte Marie, we've built a space where the coffee is poured with care, the drinks are mixed with intention, and nobody rushes you out.

Whether you're grabbing a morning espresso before tackling the day, settling in with a book and a pour-over, or raising a glass with friends as the evening settles in — this is your spot. We take pride in the small things: the grind of the beans, the chill of the glass, the warmth of the room.

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What people say when they leave

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This is the only place in town I bring visitors. It just feels right — the coffee, the music, the way the light hits the bar in the afternoon.

Sault Local
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I stopped in for a quick coffee and ended up staying for two hours. The atmosphere is so inviting — I've been back every day since.

Traveler from Chicago
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The Zim's Sour is worth the trip alone. But honestly, it's the whole experience — friendly faces, great energy, no pretense.

Regular Visitor
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Find Us

Come as you are. Stay as long as you like.

We're right on Ashmun Street, in the heart of Sault Sainte Marie. Parking is easy, the door is always open, and there's almost always a seat waiting.

  • Address 229 Ashmun St
    Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
  • Hours Mon – Thu: 7am – 9pm
    Fri – Sat: 7am – 11pm
    Sunday: 8am – 7pm
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