The most surprising thing about my relationship with Cafe Steam is that we've actually reached a…read morestage of mutual understanding where the staff knows exactly which level of 'morning zombie' I am based on how loudly I trip over the doorframe. I have a bit of a love affair with this place. Now, I'm a certified early bird, and by that, I mean I'm usually awake and craving caffeine while the rest of the world is still debating if they actually need to attend that 9:00 AM Zoom call. There is something genuinely therapeutic about being there right as they flip the sign to 'Open,' when the air still smells like freshly ground beans and the sunlight is hitting the dust motes in that perfect, cinematic way. It's the quietest the place ever gets, and I get to witness the staff transitioning from 'sleepy' to 'caffeinated chaos' in real-time. However, I'm also a fan of the 'closing time' vibe. There's a completely different magic to sliding into a booth around 7:00 PM. By then, the energy has shifted from a productive buzz to a sort of cozy, exhausted collective sigh. I'll just camp out for a while, pretending to be very focused on my laptop while actually just people-watching the evening rush. The ambiance is wonderfully casual--think 'industrial chic meets a living room that's slightly too small for its furniture.' Most of the time it's just a pleasant hum, but every so often it hits a tipping point and becomes absolutely hectic. You've got the frantic students cramming for finals, the first-date nerves radiating off a couple in the corner, and a line of people stretching toward the door. It's a beautiful kind of mayhem, really. But let's talk about the real star of the show: the drinks. While I usually rotate through the classics, I am currently in a committed relationship with their seasonal 'Miss Sunshine' creamy lemonade. It sounds like something a toddler would order at a fancy tea party, but trust me, it's a game-changer. It's got this bright, zesty punch of citrus that wakes up your entire soul, but then it's smoothed over with this velvety, creamy finish that makes it feel like a dessert. It's basically a hug in a plastic cup, and I'm fully prepared to be devastated when it leaves the seasonal menu. I will add photo's *later* : )

Always amazing:)…read more Cafe Steam was an essential spot growing up in Rochester. They tie together community with amazing coffees and goodies! I'm so happy to see them expanding and opening new locations as well. I grabbed a summer special drink, and quite enjoyed it! I wish I added a touch more simple syrup, otherwise this was a delightful and bright summer drink! The interior is always cozy, and consistently one of the best spots in Rochester. The baristas are always kind, and make drinks SUPER quick!

Love the decor and the qamaria latte with almond milk and light honey. The service was kind.read more

So excited to find this place!…read more Ambiance - very nice! Service - good. Coffee - excellent! We loved the Mufawaar (medium roast coffee, milk, cardamom)! Pastry - completely flavorless. Turkish milkcake and Raspberry chocolate cake - both not worth the money or the calories. We would come back for the coffee if in the area.

Dear soon to be customer ,…read more I wanted to reach out and share how much I appreciate the cafe. The environment is always stylish and clean, and you have a great selection of drinks. As a disabled customer, asking for help in public--like getting my wallet out--can be difficult, but the baristas are always wonderful and accommodating when I am having a hard day with my hands. Recently, a friend who also uses a wheelchair met me at the cafe. Your staff was incredible at accommodating our needs by moving chairs, arranging accessible seating, and bringing our drinks out to us. Thank you for providing such a welcoming and accessible space. I always enjoy spending time and working in your cafe.

This little unassuming coffee spot has easily been one of the highlights of my time in Rochester…read more I'm here visiting my wife during her medical rotation, and Spyhouse quickly became a comfort spot for us. The coffee is some of the best I've had. The Pumpkin Spice Girl latte, iced coffee, and tiramisu latte have all been fantastic. The pastries are also 10/10, especially the cannoli. And the service was consistent warm. Great spot to hang out, get some work done, and relax for a couple hours. Definitely a Rochester must-visit.

This is a great little breakfast/brunch spot in downtown Rochester. I met a friend there for Coffee…read moreand also got a delicious breakfast sandwich. There was a decent line, but the staff moved people through quickly, and overall the service was great. The coffee is quite good, and they have a selection of pastries as well.

I was passing through Rochester and needed a coffee break! This place has a free parking lot but…read moreplenty more free street parking. At first I was confused because it seemed to be a plant store, but they are located inside the store to the far left when you walk in! The staff here was really wonderful! I had questions and they were happy to answer! I decided to try their spring fling latte which had rhubarb and a thyme cold foam. Yes you read that right. It was an almost savory cold foam. While I give them props for stepping out of the box with this coffee, this just wasn't my favorite. My friend got a chai drink and that was very tasty!! This place has SO many cute items inside and around as well! I would definitely come back and just try something different! The vibes here are bright and so cute! This is definitely worth a stop if you are in the area!

Moka is a small coffee shop in Minnesota's University Square. It is clean and vibrant inside. There…read morewere several people working on their computers. Since this place is called Moka, I had to get an iced mocha. I was hoping they would offer some breakfast options, but they didn't. They did offer some cookies, and muffins. They also had some Moka Bites, these are their peanut butter energy bites. My mocha was very tasty, it was rich in coffee and in mocha. The cup was also very cute with the words "we think you're pretty cool". I loved these Moka Bites. They are super peanuty and fresh, with rice crispy treats, raisins and chocolate chips. I'm not sure how much energy they gave me but they were super tasty. Moka is a great place to pick up your favorite coffee, smoothie or a tea.

I stopped by MOKA while in Rochester for an appointment at Mayo Clinic, and I really loved this…read morelittle coffee shop! Located right in the heart of downtown Rochester, MOKA is conveniently close to several restaurants, the movie theater, and the University of Minnesota Rochester. There's plenty of indoor seating, with both small and large tables, making it a great spot to get some work done or catch up with friends over coffee. One of my favorite things about the space is that it faces an outdoor patio area with plenty of chairs and tables. I could totally see myself enjoying a coffee outside on a beautiful day! I ordered an oat milk latte, which was nice and smooth, reasonably priced, and exactly what I needed. The baristas were also super friendly, which made the experience even better. Overall, such a lovely little spot in downtown Rochester! I would definitely stop by again the next time I'm in town.

The shakes and teas are both consistently delicious. I always have a great experience with the…read moreproducts and staff. The owners are very kind and professional. Aili was super helpful during our last visit!

Friendly and welcoming staff! There are a variety of protein shake flavors as well as teas that…read morehave caffeine, however there are options for decaf. I try to stop in a couple of times a month. The shakes are a nice meal replacement if you are short on time and/or looking to improve your diet.

We LOVE their coffee here at DUE NORTH! We stop here on our way out of town when we are taking a…read morelong drive to Iowa or South Dakota, etc. a new favorite is coconut vanilla lattes---hot or iced! That hint of coconut is absolute perfection and mild enough that it's not too much or too sweet. The baristas are kind and service oriented--- they aim to please. It's a drive thru; so swing around next time you're in Kasson.

If you are looking for a drive thru coffee joint that's not confusing, overpriced, or pretentious,…read morelook no further than Due North Coffee. They have all the best options for you to pick from without confusing you with made-up words and things you've never heard of. Instead, you are welcomed with an easy to read, aesthetically pleasing, and delicious menu with options for your kids to join in and get a drink as well. I can't recommend trying the mini donuts enough! They have different flavors including cinnamon and sugar (what I ordered). The mini donuts were warm and tasted like they were made fresh and homemade as soon as I ordered them. They were soft and honestly the best mini donuts I've ever had. I never realized how mass-produced mini donuts from the fair taste until biting into one of these. I highly recommend Due North to anyone around Rochester looking for quality coffee and a wonderful, aesthetically pleasing experience. 5/5

the playlist fkin rocks!! vibes are immaculate and the vegan food is deli…read more i got the rib bowl and it was super satisfying and it didn't hurt my stomach (ibs) also LOVE that you can draw on the roof upstairs - all of it reminded me of 2010s nostalgia that only millennial hipsters and the punk gen xers created way back when. thank you OAC for such sick and cozy vibe!

"You can't refuse a request from a dying man." (Abe "Fish" Vigoda as Sal Tessio)…read more "I'm not dead yet!" (Abe Vigoda as himself, addressing rumors.) This super trippy coffee shop kills it harder than Abe in "The Godfather" when it comes to delivering the goods! Heavenly vegan donuts, that is. Wait...wrong Abe? My sister and I are not vegans, but we stopped here for breakfast several days in a row on our way to the Mayo Clinic earlier this year purely out of curiosity. It was really helpful in the ordering process to see the various pretty donuts labelled and strung above the counter. We purchased almost all the flavors to bring to the hospital for our family to try, and the consensus was that the ube and the plum lime were possibly the most delicious donuts we've had anywhere! Honestly! Other outstanding flavors included the tiramisu, the banana stand, and the blueberry crumble. As delightful as the donuts were, I was disappointed in my drink orders. I could only get through a few sips of both my dirty chai latte and the Almond Joy coffee. Old Abe gives some hardcore psychedelic vibes to the point that I wondered if a hallucinogen had been slipped into my coffee before heading into the ladies' room. 1,000 cats hissing at you from the walls will cause you to question your sanity! The rest of the décor was just as wild, from THE Minnesota Prince to an apocalyptic Godzilla declaring that the end was near. The question "1880's stage actor assassin or the bear" might apply in the polka dot room, so it's best to sit facing out with your back against a wall...regardless of which Abe the shop is named after. If the apocalypse, John Wilkes Booth, wildlife, the Chief of the Waponis, or the mob takes me out to sleep with the fishes, and I come back in my next life as the leader of a subversive cult, I'll have to revisit the book room of this shop to view their anarchist primers. Also, I'm sending these donuts to McConaughey as a bribe. He's a fan of Lincolns, so maybe he'll do an Old Abe commercial where he contemplates the meaning of life while noshing on a ube donut. Penny for your thoughts?

What a darling cafe!…read more AMBIANCE The decor and ambiance of this place is worth a stop alone. Pint florals, comfy seating, great light fixtures and little touches. I posted up at one of the tables to take a call and get some work done. It worked well for me for an afternoon. SERVICE Counter service was helpful and kind - not the quickest to prepare the drinks and items but I had time! FOOD/DRINK I got a matcha latte and a cheesecake here! The prices were pretty high, but I enjoyed both items. The matcha wasn't very hot, but still tasted great. Such a cute spot to meet friends or get a change of scenery in Rochester!

This was a place I ducked into when it was snowing outside. It looked cozy and I'm so glad I…read morestopped by. These are a few things I tried: - pistachio cheesecake - highly recommend, pistachio flavor shines through - olive oil cake - not flavorful, dry, personally do not recommend - lemon cheesecake - delicious! Highly recommend - drink: Cinnamon Dolce Latte. This just tasted sweet to me and did not stand out. To be honest, it tasted like most sugary coffee drinks to me. Maybe I'm just not partial to that. Service: they had 2 people working and both were very friendly. Waited about 10 min for my drink. Lovely ambiance in a nicely decorated cafe.