Stopped by to spend some time before my flight. Coffee came out quickly, and the place was nice and…read morerelaxing. Wasn't crowded so that helped. Great place to sit down and study or spend time.

Really fun coffee shop with a great rotating specialty latte menu. There were plenty of drink…read moreoptions and everything we tried was delicious. The space itself is great for hanging out. They have lots of different seating options along with games and books, so it feels like somewhere you can actually stay awhile rather than grab your coffee and leave. My only complaint was the service. It felt a little low-energy and wasn't overly friendly, so the experience could have been better on that front. Still, the coffee and atmosphere make it a nice place to relax, work, or catch up with someone.

The space was very nicely designed and well lit. The parking was the trickiest to figure out, but…read morethere is parking spaces on the back as well as street parking across the street. Walking in, it was very warmly designed and had plenty of space and seating options from solo or group settings. There's some outlet options around as needed as well. The menu was around the top front counter with baked goods for viewing. I wanted to try their signature drink Arise. The staff was welcoming and assisted promptly and explained to me that it was like a latte with cinnamon swirl syrup which sounded great to me. It's definitely a nice spot to stop by if you're in the area!

Beautiful space inside! It's large with tons of searing. They have an extensive menu as well, with…read morelots of options from coffee to smoothies. I went with an iced pumpkin latte, which was perfectly sweet and a great pumpkin flavor. Service was quick and my drink was ready soon after ordering.

This is a wonderful breakfast spot with wonderful food and very friendly staff. We are very lucky…read moreto have this spot in Bloomington. I can't wait to go again.

This is a very cute coffee shop with 5 cozy reading chairs!…read moreThey have delicious looking salads and sandwiches. (Didn't order that today) The iced americano was good. Service was friendly. They have a drive through and large parking lot too. Tip: teachers get 15% off with ID. Also right next door is the ice cream shop

Cupboard is located within the lobby of a hotel in Bloomington, MN. I was excited to try a new…read morecoffee spot and chose Cupboard as my Saturday place to try. The parking was a little confusing and I chose to park in a ramp close to the hotel. There were not many other customers at the time of ordering and I chose the matcha. My drink was very tasty and fairly priced. In addition, the service was very friendly and timely. We chose to enjoy our drinks on a nearby walking trail.

Service was quick and our barista was very kind. It was in a hotel which I was surprised by. I got…read morea vanilla latte, it wasn't my favorite latte but it was fine. There was some seating and a parking ramp.

Came to Nomadic Café for a quick "let me get my life together" study session... and ended up…read morestaying longer than planned. That's usually how you know a spot did its job. First things first--the vibe is chef's kiss if you're into cozy, low-key, intentional spaces. It's quaint without trying too hard, and it doesn't have that loud, chaotic coffee shop energy. I was actually able to focus, which says a lot. Now what really sets this place apart? It's tucked inside Zawadi Center, and that matters. This isn't just a grab-your-drink-and-go type of café. You're surrounded by culture, community, and a space that feels like it means something. Between the event space, the restaurant, and the overall energy, it feels layered... like you accidentally found a hidden gem that locals want to keep to themselves. The refresher? Solid. Did what it needed to do. No complaints there. If I had to give a little Yelp Elite honesty: seating can be a bit limited depending on timing, and if you're someone who needs complete silence, this might not be your spot when it gets busier. It's more "focused but alive" than "library quiet." Overall, this is the kind of place you come to reset, get a little inspired, and maybe romanticize your life for a couple hours. Will I be back? Absolutely.

Yummy! The drinks are always good here. I got the Matcha today…read more Service is usually slow-because they usually have one person staffed. You also usually have to be overly nice and funny to get a smile out them. It's a well spread out dining area. Usually frequented by working professionals and not families-which is why I enjoy it. Quiet.

Hands down my favorite coffee shop. Makes me smile each time I go in after dropping my kids off at…read moredaycare... friendly staff, warm & inviting yet no-fuss atmosphere, excellent coffee each time, whether I get drip or something fancy. Thanks for brightening my day.

I'm so sad this storefront is closing but hope to continue to support them by buying beans in store…read moreas they focus on their roastery. They had THE BEST scones I've ever had and I have lots of scones haha. I am pretty heartbroken about this. It's a major loss. The always for such fun seasonal items and drinks and the staff was always so friendly. They had a decent amount of seating inside and a few tables outside. They sell some local goods as well which is always so fun. You will be missed!!!!

Stopped in for a coffee on my way out of a doctor appointment, and was really pleased with my…read moreexperience. I was greeted right away, and both of the baristas were super friendly. I ordered a cold brew with oat milk, and they filled it all the way to the top. Yummy, roasted flavor, and quick service. Plenty of seating in the area with lots of windows, if you feel like staying, but I took mine to go. They also have ice cream and really delicious looking baked goods.

Excellent coffee and food spot with beautiful views of Centennial Lakes area! Lemon Muffin most…read morewelcome after fasting overnight for annual checkup and it was really good. Counter service fast and efficient. I'll be back!

First time in this location and it was amazing! Coffee has the same quality as the other Backstory…read morelocations. This one is a little tucked in the back of Bloomington. But it's the perfect spot to study. Not super busy, and lots of seating outside and inside. I'll definitely be back here!

I recently stopped here while in the area for work - I had an early morning flight and desperately…read moreneed coffee and a quick bite to eat. Coffee was fine - pretty standard. I got a latte. I did also did their sausage egg bites and they were truly delicious, probably the most flavorful egg bits I've ever had. That said, the customer service was a bit lacking. While I always try to be kind and ask how they are - rather than just getting straight to my order - the individual that checked me out, as well as prepared my order, was a bit grumpy to respond and I felt a bit of a nuisance when I asked a question about one their seasonal coffee drinks or for cinnamon to add to my latte.

We've been here several times when visiting our son and his wife. The number of choices is…read moreunbelievable. Everything is delicious - both the food and beverages. Always busy but always great service. Wish we had something like this much closer.

I've now come into this cafe twice and have had good experiences. Definitely gives off more…read morehometown coffee shop vibes than a lot of the more upscale / clean cut coffee shops more in the cities. I tried both coffee and waffles the most recent time I came and both were tasty. I will say though their waffle menu is quite extensive - dare I say a bit overwhelming. The prices are super reasonable though (especially compared to other local shops). I would highly recommend checking it out to catch up with a friend or just hang out!

We frequent this place as it has SO MUCH space for working. We could spend hours here! The coffee…read moreis great and they have a lot of different options, I usually go for something iced & my husband, loved the hot lattes. Parking is terrible in the front when it's busy, but they do have a parking garage if needed. It's accessable as well if you need it. Staff is friendly and there's usually never a line either! Would reccomend!

Very adorable and spacious spot for studying or enjoying some quiet reading time. I'll definitely…read morereturn more frequently. The coffee and baked goods were also quite tasty.