Opening hours
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Bowling Green: 11:28 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (419) 354-3266 to confirm.
Location & directions
174 S Main StBowling Green, OH 43402
About Grounds For Thought
Grounds For Thought is a cafe you'll find at 174 S Main St in Bowling Green, Ohio. It is one of 84 places to eat and drink we list in Bowling Green. It sits in the budget-friendly price range ($1–10 per person).
Grounds For Thought is open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Thursday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 7:00 AM most days.
Guests can choose from 21 menu items across 3 sections, including Specialty Lattes, Seasonal Lattes, and Others. Listed prices range from $2.85 to $4.15, with a typical item around $4.00. You will find options like After School Special, Twist, and Specialty Latte.
Available service options are outdoor seating, on-site services, takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, quiet, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups, tourists, and university students. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and solo dining. Offerings include coffee, comfort food, late-night food, organic dishes, and quick bite.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (419) 354-3266 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Cafe · Coffee Shop, Sandwich
- Address
- 174 S Main St, Bowling Green, OH 43402
- Phone
- (419) 354-3266
- Price range
- $1–10 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Thursday)
- Menu
- 21 items · $2.85–$4.15
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 8 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 6 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for cafes and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Grounds For Thought’s weekday schedule with 120 other cafes in Ohio. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, close to the local norm of 7:00 AM and closes at 8:00 PM, later than 68% of them (typical closing time: 6:00 PM).
In total it is open about 72 hours a week, 9 hours more than the local median of 63. 76% of cafes in Ohio open on Sundays, and Grounds For Thought is one of them.
Compared with 120 other cafes in Ohio that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for cafes in Ohio
Based on 20 menus with 643 priced items from cafes in Ohio, the median menu item costs $5.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.50 and $9.00.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Chocolate | 60% | $3.23 |
| Americano | 50% | $2.80 |
| Cappuccino | 50% | $4.00 |
| Espresso | 45% | $2.50 |
| Latte | 45% | $3.75 |
| Hot Tea | 30% | $3.15 |
| Iced Coffee | 20% | $3.50 |
| Cold Brew | 20% | $5.00 |
Calculated from 20 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Live performances
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
- University students
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Grounds For Thought there are 32 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 43 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (7), Sandwiches & Delis (6), Bars & Pubs (5), and Pizza (4).
Competition is healthy: 3 other cafes are within a mile. The closest is Call of the Canyon Cafe, < 0.1 mi away.
19 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanBeckett's Burger Bar & Barrel Room< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexQdoba< 0.1 mi
- Breakfast & BrunchCity Egg< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsGrumpy Dave's< 0.1 mi
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternKabob It< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a cafe
Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.
What to order
- Drip coffee or a pour-over – the best way to taste a roaster’s beans
- Latte or cappuccino – the most ordered espresso drinks
- Cold brew – smoother and stronger, especially popular in summer
- A pastry or breakfast sandwich – many cafes bake in house
Good to know
- Mobile ordering skips the morning line at chains and many independents.
- Plant-based milks and extra shots usually add a small charge.
- Some cafes limit laptop use at busy times – look for posted policies.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Grounds For Thought's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Thursday). Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Is Grounds For Thought open on Sunday?
Yes, Grounds For Thought is open on Sundays: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Where is Grounds For Thought located?
Grounds For Thought is located at 174 S Main St, Bowling Green, OH 43402.
What is the phone number of Grounds For Thought?
You can call Grounds For Thought at (419) 354-3266.
Does Grounds For Thought offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Grounds For Thought offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, on-site services, takeaway, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Grounds For Thought?
The typical price range at Grounds For Thought is $1–10 per person. Menu prices range from $2.85 to $4.15.
Does Grounds For Thought take reservations?
Yes, Grounds For Thought accepts reservations.
Is Grounds For Thought wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Grounds For Thought open late?
No, Grounds For Thought usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Grounds For Thought?
There are 43 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Grounds For Thought. Nearby options include Beckett's Burger Bar & Barrel Room (< 0.1 mi), Qdoba (< 0.1 mi), and City Egg (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other cafes near Grounds For Thought?
3 other cafes within a mile. The closest is Call of the Canyon Cafe, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do cafes in Ohio cost?
Based on 20 menus with 643 priced items from cafes in Ohio, the median menu item costs $5.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.50 and $9.00.
