This is a spot that lives their values! There's no tipping, they pay all of their employees a liveable wage. They source their products from within Minnesota. They recycle, they compost, they offer reusable mugs for on the go. I also loved that they sell Minnesota-specific products and have a little alcove with children's books and toys. If I were a local, I would be here all the time. Because not only do they live their values, have a very cool vibe, and have very kind staff, they also have great food! I shared a biscuit with a friend which was warm, crisp on the outside, and soft on the inside. It came with a choice of jam. We went with strawberry rhubarb which was equally delicious. I also ordered a turkey sandwich (they had already sold out of the quiche by the time I'd arrived!) there were real chunks of turkey breast meat, the most beautiful tomato, a lovely aioli, all on a warm and comforting piece of ciabatta. If I am ever back in the area, I will gladly return! read more

Little cute cafe in Nicollet Field, this is the first time I encountered no tips screen when I paid, I was shocked honestly. Thank you for killing this toxic tipping culture. Food was great, they had kohlrabi salad, my first time to try it in western style cooking, which is a refreshing dish. The dessert section looks delightful. Ambience: 4/5 Food: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Service: 5/5 read more

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This is a cute local coffee shop. They have street parking and plenty of tables. I wish they had more reading chairs (only 2 in the corner). I also wish they had more gluten free options. I loved that they had free refills on coffee though and the soup was delicious. Fast and friendly service. I could tell there were many regulars there that knew the staff. I will be back. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Gf curry tofu soup - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I come here for the Magic Cookie Bars. No kidding... those yummy 7 layer bars with coconut, chocolate & butterscotch chips, nuts (maybe), sweetened condensed milk on a graham cracker & butter crust. Yum! Plenty of chocolate chips for you connoisseurs! They also have abundant coffee options and a kitchen with breakfast/lunch food. Everything I have ordered has been good, fresh and tasty. I usually come after lunch for coffee & a treat. Late in the day you will find many of their bakery items are sold out. They are THAT good!! They have puppy treat options for purchase I noticed. This place has a no tipping policy--they pay a living wage to employees. In the summer there is a lot of outdoor seating. I have been coming here, on occasion, for over 5 years and the service has always been good. You'll find little tables, benches up to a long, beautiful, natural wood bar which faces out the window & larger tables around the side... also, kid toys along the wall. Two unisex bathrooms, free refills on coffee. I see a sign saying "Live Music" which I didn't know about. Soft music plays while you enjoy your cuppa/soda, treats, or typing away on your laptop (free WiFi), or meet friends, grab a few neighborhood papers or other important free magazines, take a look at all the different services offered on a community wall, concerts coming up or events of interest. This is a great destination winter and summer. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Magic Cookie Bar, dark roast coffee & a selection of magazines offered in the entryway. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Ordered a yogurt and granola and a biscuit sandwich. *After* payment processed we were informed that the wait was 20-30 minutes. Y'all gotta do better than that lol Food here is typically good, and pre-covid this was our absolute go-to. In recent years it seems like every corner has been cut. A Saturday like this would normally be wall-to-wall. I think Kingfield is catching on. I've attached photos to show how few people were here, as well as photos of the food. I really love to support a place that, on paper is focused on living wages and quality ingredients. Ask yourself however, if you'd wait 30- wait, no- 45 minutes for this. read more

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Great light, extensive menu, I liked their mission and values...Cool spot all around. The food was good. I thought it might have been a bit better. The French toast I got for my daughter, which I fully planned on finishing off was unappealing and I can't put my finger on what it was about the taste that just wasn't great. I hate wasting food, but alas neither of us liked it. The biscuits were delicious. The goodies in the window looked amazing, we never did get one which was regrettable. When we are bank in town we will be back. read more

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I was drawn to Butter Bakery Cafe because they participated in Dining Out For Life, a great fundraiser. I picked up a box of goodies for my work friends, and boy were they happy! The eclairs were everyone's favorite. Reviewed as "light and fluffy" and "not-too-sweet" by a discerning crowd! read more

Three stars is a-okay in my book. I like the homey, friendly vibe of Butter Bakery Cafe and that it has a few labeled vegan options. The tofu scramble ($11) is vegan by default and really good---the tofu is dense, chewy and beautifully seared with spices. It comes with homemade bread which tasted great. I just wish this dish had vegan bacon or a vegan breakfast sausage and it would have been perfect. The tofu burrito ($12) is also vegan by default, but less interesting. The interior consists of blandly-seasoned chunks of tofu and potatoes while the exterior is covered in chili. The dish doesn't really come together. I liked my hot chocolate ($3.75) made with Oatly, but the pumpkin maple spice latte ($3.75) was too sweet (sadly, they use Pacifica almond barista blend, which my partner likes, but I hate). Unfortunately, Butter Bakery still has zero vegan baked goods (they get close with one item, though it contains honey, which is not vegan). Stop by Butter Bakery for a decent brunch/cafe meal in a quaint neighborhood. read more

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What a great little cafe with kind people and tipping built into the fiscal model. We randomly stopped here and we're so glad we did. The drinks were delicious and the food was filling. Fantastic little place!! read more

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Excellent coffee. Had the Cuban. Loved it. I also ate three biscuits and sausage gravy. Highly recommend for coffee or some breakfast anytime. read more

This little cafe was near my Airbnb when I was staying in Minneapolis for the first time. It came recommended. In the morning after buying a toothbrush to substitute for the one I forgot my first thought was coffee. I saw the menu on the door when I walked by and thought I could have some pretty good coffee and a bite to eat. I got a mug of coffee (refills are free which is nice) and a simple biscuit sandwich on one of their "award-winning" biscuits. I had a slight case of sticker shock when I got my total. For just egg and cheese on a biscuit I don't expect to pay as much as I did, but the biscuit lived up to the hype. It was really, really good. I could tell that the egg and cheese were quality ingredients also. The sandwich and coffee I had at 9 AM ended up keeping me pretty full well into the day also, to the point that I wasn't really hungry at lunchtime. This trip was intended to be a lot more food-centric than it was just due to my inexplicably reduced appetite most of the time I was there, so some of this is just me. It was nice just to sit at a little cafe and people-watch for awhile while charging my phone and drinking my coffee. I would come back here and try a few more bakery or breakfast items for sure. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Might have been a little pricy for a biscuit sandwich, but that biscuit was fire. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

What a find! I haven't heard of this neighborhood-based, family-run cafe until recently, and I'm happy that I came here! I called and reserved a table and there isn't a time limit. There are many food, drink and bakery items to choose from. They have Gluten Free options available for anyone who needs it. I got the Birdie Bar from the bakery shelf and the first bite was delicious. I can see why they call it a birdie bar! There's a mixture of seeds from pumpkin to flax to sunflower with some sweet cranberries! I also got an Oat Milk Latte. It came with a pretty design and was creamy and warm. I tried an Iced Tea mixed with Black Tea and a Hibiscus blend. It's tart and sweet. I love the staff. They make sure you are accommodated and have what you need. They know their menu and give great recommendations if you have any dietary restrictions. I found them thoughtful and friendly! I'll be returning again if I ever find myself in this neck of the woods! read more

Butter Bakery Café - Birdie Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Butter bakery is a place I've been frequenting for the past 10 years--for many reasons. The scones are always a massive draw. They're substantial; constantly rotating with fresh flavors (often featuring locally produced ingredients), and pair perfectly with tea. The breakfast menu is amazing with fresh, local ingredients supporting local farmers. The portions are very generous (check out the burrito!). I love the homemade coffee syrups and highly recommend pairing hazelnut with oat milk in a latte. This is a community that loves to support the community. One step into Butter and you'll see local art, initiatives to support BIPOC and LGBTQ communities, and so much more. Also, the owner Dan is a gem. He has a newsletter and is always so personable. He remembered me from years ago and that level of care is hard to find. If you're ever in the area, don't miss out on this experience. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Bar area - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

The best service and quality food. The gentleman at the front was so sweet and the place is comfy. The menu also is large enough, even for picky eaters. Will definitely be returning! read more

Their coffees are sooo good!! I haven't tried anything besides coffee but going back soon. Their biscuits are good as well

A truly remarkable coffee shop and bakery. Actually way more than just a coffee shop and bakery! Butter supports many local family-owned food producers, and mentors youth with job skills. Delicious food and a wonderful mission. read more

I love everything this local cafe stands for, I just can't decide if I loved my experience here... Pros: 1. Locally owned 2. Food is made from scratch 3. Fair Wage model (no tips) 4. Recycling and composting are a priority 5. Many items are locally sourced (i.e., Hope butter!) 6. Casual order at the counter service 7. If you get a coffee to drink onsite, they'll give you a compostable cup of coffee to go as well! Cons: 1. Our food took a long time to come - a staff member apologized and went to check on it without us asking about it, but I'm glad we weren't in a hurry. 2. This is a weird complaint, but I had the Mexican-style scramble and Adam H. had the omelette, and both of us had a hard time keeping our food on the small plates. A little bit smaller of a portion or a little bigger plate would have been easier. I know I can be overly picky, and since Butter Bakery Cafe stands for so many amazing initiatives, I'll definitely be back to give Butter another shot. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Very small and quaint cafe on a busy street. It's easy to miss it unless you're looking out for it. This cafe is small but packs a big punch for coffee and bakery items. A must try is the buttermilk biscuits and the butter coffee. With those are a variety of other hand crafted, home made drinks and pastries and other breakfast foods. A little disappointed they're not allergy friendly. Like I said the space is small, so on a busy day, don't expect to have any space to sit inside or get your items quickly. I was there on a Saturday morning and probably spent 20-25 minutes waiting for 2 drinks and 2 biscuits. I can't quite say it was worth the wait but it was good! If I'm in this neck of the woods again, I might stop by (shoulder shrug). read more

As the name would suggest, this place has some seriously buttery biscuits. We also found their pancakes to be tasty as well. Easy they were open on Sundays but will definitely be going back. read more

This friendly neighborhood go-to coffee shop, bakery, and sandwich shop offers great good at reasonable prices in a welcoming atmosphere. Everything is made from scratch and at reasonable prices. They're dedicated to supporting the neighborhood and active in partnering with non-profits that help people in a variety of ways. Good people. Good food. Good deeds. Good vibes. Butter Bakery just a nice place to hang. read more

Butter Bakery Café - A great place to hang! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Just a cute lil cafe with some nice baked goods to offer. I had a vanilla latte which was nice. Split a scone with my friend and it was so good. A little expensive I'd say but definitely tastes better than Starbucks so I'd say the elevated prices are warranted. A good place to hang out and talk over stuff over coffee. Clean bathrooms. Also open decently late if you want to kill time before a night on the town! ;) read more

Butter Bakery Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I love what this place stands for, and honestly had no idea that was their vibe when I picked it from all the coffee places surrounding my Airbnb. Walking in, it has the feeling of a co-op from Seattle, which I really enjoyed. Things went down from there though. After waiting behind two people ordering for 10 minutes, I still couldn't figure out where their food menus were. Do people just magically know what they want to order? No, the menus are on the wall at the END of the line. Though it might be the beginning of the line because the place is set up so you can't tell. I just figured it would be next to the case of pastries and next to the door. By the time I got to order, I still had no idea what I wanted and let another person go ahead. Wanting something simple and light, I picked out a grilled biscuit with "hope" butter (seemed local?) and jam...and coffee of course. Mugs of coffee for here are one-size but the cashier insisted I pick a size. Ok. Then the coffee showed up at a bar on the other side of the restaurant..but I wasn't told, so I had to get up and ask. Food was an even more frustrating situation. The biscuit was a nice size..just warm, not grilled or even toasted. The "hope" butter was two cold slices of stick butter (I honestly expected something whipped and or easy to spread). And no jam. When I asked the waiter for jam, he looked confused and flustered, then disappeared and came back with a small spoonful of jam in a plastic to go cup (I'm eating in!) when I have two giant slices of biscuits in front of me. I went up and asked for more and they said that's their serving, but reluctantly gave me one more spoonful. See photo for my attempt at spreading cold butter and the initial serving of jam. So the space is great. I'd hang out or study here in a heartbeat. The service and kitchen could use a lot more work. I'll just stick with their coffee. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Pleasantly surprised; first time for coffee and breakfast. I had an enormous breakfast burrito , opted for egg whites, vegan black bean chili on the side. The added guacamole had me totally plotzing and the salsa total yum! My boyfriend had the award winning biscuit sandwich, egg, cheddar added ham. Alternative dairy options; almond or soy. Mocha was delicious, light roast drip a morning must. Everyone was very nice. Noise level was low, relaxing. The only con; I feel guilty This establishment doesn't allow tips. And the best; we live in walking distance, hooray!!! read more

Butter Bakery Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Really sweet little cafe next to my Chiropractor. They are community focused, which is imperative these days. Their baristas are kind, but maybe lacking a bit of experience (which I may only notice as a former barista myself). If you want a drink with steamed milk - make sure to ask for it hot! I'm happy to continue supporting this business. read more

Cute little cafe. Private parking, nice and quiet. Food was pretty good. I had the tofu scramble with roasted potatoes. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Tofu Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I just ordered the biscuits and gravy. It tasted like prison food(I have had some before and it was better than this). The bacon on the side was burnt, not even crispy. Very very very disappointed. I wouldn't have even paid 5$ dollars for this meal. read more

There's a pleasant, community type atmosphere about Butter Bakery Café. It's located on the corner of 37th and Nicollet Ave which makes it easy to spot. You walk in and order at the counter after spending time drooling over the baked goods or debating intensely over various choices on the menu. Breakfast is available all day, so if you're a "breakfast for dinner" person, this is your place. It's the only place I can remember that randomly sells kimchi underneath the bakery items in the cooler. As a Korean person, I think that's pretty nifty. I've been fortunate enough to be brunching a lot lately. I continued the trend and ordered some breakfast food. I split an order of sausage patties, in addition to ordering two eggs and a side; that being pancakes. The sausage was quite flavorful and memorable. The seasonings complimented the meat well. I opted for multigrain pancakes and found them to have a fair amount of fluff to the overall texture. They were delightful. Everything was pretty good overall. The coffee here was better than other places that I've been recently. Having the option between roast types is always nice. There's a lot of self service elements to this restaurant. Sometimes I like that about places because there's less potential for awkward interactions. Plus, there's something slightly satisfying about busing your own table. It's a wonderful environment for casual interactions or getting some work done. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I often find that I hate this place. A good friend recommended I try the beet-carrot vegi burger, knowing my love of meat. I sunk my teeth into this mockery of burger patty, and was infuriated by how much I enjoyed the sucker. It was both flavorful and filling, obviously not beef, but not trying to pretend to be so. Where was this deliciousness when I was a vegetarian?! Dang Butter, I needed you sooner! I have not ventured much further on the food-side of the menu. Outside of the beet-carrot vegi burger, I've only had the eggs and pancakes, which were good. The baked goods however, are the real stars of this place. Not once have I had a less than stellar baked morsel, and believe me I tried! I began ordering baked goods I normally distaste outside of Butter, but here Butter has doctored it up in a way that I thoroughly enjoy. You will not go wrong with any of the baked goods. I am not a coffee drinker, though I do hear people rave of their coffee, espresso and the like. The tea I can say is quite splendid, and with the free hot water refills for the teapot, incredibly cost effective. But their signature Hot Chocolate... It can be 114 degrees Fahrenheit (like it was this summer) and I will still order and guzzle down that tasty goodness. For those that prefer something a bit more cold and refreshing, try their [seasonal] lemonades. Further, the staff hear are all attentive and friendly, cheery and helpful, thorough and thoughtful... simply the best people around. The business stands for locally sourced products, along with fair wages, and it abides by its convictions. As a result, though the prices are slightly higher than I prefer, are still well worth it. I hate how Butter has expanded my pallet, grown my desire to aid my community, and set a standard for a way to do business. For those who have yet to catch on, my "hatred" is sarcasm. read more

I've only been in here for bakery items and I'm not that impressed. I've found they usually have a pretty small selection and the things I've had have just been ok. I do like their filling in the eclairs, that will probably be my go-to item if I go back. The red velvet cake looked good. Things seem a bit overpriced or at least inconsistent. A huge piece of red velvet is 5 bucks and a 3 inch sugar cookie is $3.50. I do want to try some of their hot food. It did smell and look good. I will update as necessary after I try it out. read more

Typically I have had very good experiences at Butter, but Online ordering via ChowNow has appeared to be a challenge - at least it was today. I had ordered a hamburger with specific modifications ; upon arrival for pickup I was told they were out of hamburger and asked if I wanted to switch to turkey burger. I said sure and then when I got home with my order discovered they gave me the turkey burger as it appeared on the menu... I had to drive back to the restaurant and ask for them to re-fire the order and make it as I ordered it with turkey instead of beef. First, I should have been contacted about the missing item instead of waiting until I arrived. Second, the miscommunication about how the sub would work seems strange. Additionally, I had ordered a quesadilla w/ meat and when I got home there wasn't any meat in the quesadilla. I give four stars because of my normal experiences at Butter, but I will likely not order online from here anymore. Which likely means as long as we are still in a pandemic and mostly eating at home I will not be ordering from Butter. read more

I like the idea of this place, it's a local café that does counter serve ordering. There's an alright interior, they also like to sell merchandise, with a good amount of seating inside and some outside. The staff seems nice, the menu has a nice selection of items. I ordered an omelette with pancakes. The omelette itself was alright, and the pancakes were actually good (soft, fluffy) and tasted yummy with the syrup. The downside of this was an almost 20 minute wait for this, and it wasn't even that crowded on a snowy day, and the staff didn't seem to care about that fact when it was dropped off. If I lived around here, I would question a return visit to this place. read more

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The pricing structure for their food (specifically the vegetarian breakfast burrito) is frustratingly high. The breakfast burrito ended up being north of $15 due to the addition of a meat of my choice (sausage). It was low on flavor. $15 for just a burrito? I know tips are included in their price, but shit! I'll just eat 6-7 Taco Bell breakfast burritos next time and they'll taste far better and fill me up. Coffee was also expensive and nothing amazing...certainly not Five Watt level. Free refills were a bonus, but I found myself wanting to bounce after eating my overpriced burrito. With the variety of fantastic breakfast joints all over S Mpls, I won't be returning to Butter. read more

A great little neighborhood coffee and bakery. Friendly employees and clean places to sit with a nice mix of people. Lots of sunlight comes in the window. We got a few treats to go with our local ground coffee. They do have a yelp deal for free coffee with purchase of pastry. We got the cake with lemon frosting, carrot cake sandwich cookie, magic bar, and peanut butter cheesecake with coffee all for 15.00. It was splendid. read more

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Cute venue in Kingsfield area of Minneapolis. Definitely looking forward to making a return visit. great food. Great ambienc!

When I went (on a Sunday afternoon) it was quiet in the best way. Butter could be a good place to study for a bit; I was able to get quite a bit of drawing done and didn't need headphones to concentrate. The eclair had a great filling, and my latte was good. I appreciated that they support TeaSource and try to price food so that employees don't need to rely on tips. read more

Butter Bakery Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Warm up my scone (which they probably would have done if I would have just asked) and this place will be a 5 next time! The menu is great, but I went for the bakery at this visit. We enjoyed a cinnamon roll--nice and gooey in the middle, kind of crunchy on the outside--perfect and a great spice! Also went savory with the cheddar bacon scone. It was delicious, with just the right amount of crunch on the outside to meet the soft savory cheesy inside. The coffee here is always delicious--not bitter like I find many coffee establishments. It's an order at the counter and they bring you your food place, so grab a table and enjoy the bright space. I have also enjoyed on past visits "lunch food"--my favorite being the unusual beet-carrot burger. Curious? You just have to go and give it a try! Lots of crunchy sprouts and a perfect bun. You'll be glad you were adventurous. This place also has great staff--which is understandable thanks to the living wage and sick leave program they offer to employees. Just one more reason to give them your dining dollars! read more

If Butter [Bakery Café] was a lady at the club, I would definitely try to holler! "Aye, boo, how you doin'? Girl you are killin' that metal and wood décor, tonight. And I'm diggin' your style cause you fly, but ain't over-the-top. Nah mean? Oh you speak Espanol? Aw snaps." (No I don't talk like that... Well, uh, maybe I do...) But what's good with her personality? After trying to schmooze Butter for a quick minute, I would ask her if she wanted to groove to some 90's R&B on the dance floor. We chat, and I find out some of her favorite peeps are Ginuwine, and Sisqo. Butter has great tastes in artists like Ginuwine who has made classic baby-lovin' anthems such as "Pony", "So Anxious", and "In Those Jeans". But Sisqo? Aw, hell nah! Homeboy sold out with the "Thong Song" (shoulda stayed with Dru Hill, brotha!) and that ish was so whack. And that's what Butter (Bakery Café) is like. Great coffee (like Ginuwine), but the pastries aren't up to par (like Sisqo). It's cool, yo. Liking Sisqo is kind of forgivable, and we still text like all the time after I received her digits after dancing that one night. She's still bookmarked on Yelp, and I always know where she hangs (37th and Nicollet). Is she my soul mate? Nah. Butter is more along the lines of a good friend, a friend with benefits, or something like that. Cue Musiq's "Just Friends". "I just wanna know your name and maybe some time We can hook up, hang out, just chill." read more

Butter Bakery Café - Coffee and eclair. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Butter is so much more than a cafe, it is a community space and industry leader for sustainability and ethical workplace issues. To Josh F's point about the pricing -- they are one of a few places in town that are no-tip, meaning the tip is built in to the menu price (as it should be), so that employees have less variability in their wages. Also, Butter has voluntarily provided paid sick time to employees for a while now. This has only recently become a city ordinance in Minneapolis, and most places are choosing to add on a 3% surcharge so as to keep the price *looking* the same, but in actuality you're paying just as much if not more as you would with Butter. Beyond ethical policies, Butter has some of the best chai in town! Their baked goods are amazing. I would highly recommend stopping in to Butter to see to what extent a cafe can have a positive impact on the community. read more

Delicious food and a calm quiet atmosphere. Service was wonderful and it was perfect for a lunch out.

Stopped in town for the night and was looking for a quick place to grab coffee- Wound up staying for an hour and a half AND enjoying some absolutely kick-ass vegan breakfast. I love that this is a no-tip establishment, and instead they pay their employees a living wage. This lil corner cafe is cute, quiet, and comfortable. Vegan friendly, kid friendly, Earth friendly, and neighborhood friendly! Please stop by the next time you get a chance! read more