I tried this cafe again recently and was a bit more impressed than the last visit I had! The cafe…read morewas far less busy and the staff were much kinder. The decor is still adorable and I love the vibes in the store. I'm still a bit disappointed with the actual coffee and especially my breakfast sandwich. The coffee I ordered was flavorful, but far too sweet for my taste. Oh well, I probably should have assumed that one. But the breakfast sandwich seemed to just be a frozen jimmy deans sandwich with cream cheese on it... Not bad, but not what I expected. It was falling apart as I ate it, and getting very messy! I'm more likely to come back again now, but I'll be more mindful of the drink sweetness and probably avoid ordering food.

I am always on the hunt for coffee flights so I was super excited to try Sip Happens in Rogers, MN…read more My cereal coffee flight was very good and decorated so cute too. They also have lemonade and cocoa flights available as well. They had a few food options but we did not get to try any on our trip. The place is a little small but very cute! Our barista was very friendly and they had plenty of off street parking available. The menu is large and they change out their flights and specialties often.

Nice barista- knowledgeable and friendly! Glad they open at 7am for the early to work commute. I…read morehad the Billy Jaap- delicious! I will definitely be working my way through their breakfast sandwiches. Also the music was great. Lots of different seating options and tons of natural light.

I spent a couple of hours at Walden's Coffee on a Tuesday afternoon getting some work done and…read morereally enjoyed the space! It's surprisingly large inside, with tons of natural light and a mix of couches and tables that could accommodate anything from one person with a laptop to groups of 7-8. It was fairly busy for a Tuesday afternoon but never felt uncomfortable. It's also dog-friendly, and I loved the little container of dog treats by the entrance! I ordered the Peaches & Cream Cold Brew and really enjoyed it. It wasn't overly sweet, and the ratio of cold brew to the peachy cream/foam on top was just right. They also had pastries, sandwiches, and other food options that seemed pretty reasonably priced for the area. Another big plus is the convenient parking right across the street, and there are several other places within walking distance if you want to grab food afterward. Outdoor seating is pretty limited (I only noticed one table) so I'd primarily come here for the indoor space. The baristas were friendly, the atmosphere was comfortable, and it was an easy place to settle in for a couple of hours. Definitely a Northeast coffee shop I'd come back to!

Happy Monday & Co. is such a cute spot! The coffee is so good, and it's the perfect place to get…read moresome work done, meet up with friends, or just hang out and enjoy your morning. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and I love how easy it is to spend a little time here. Definitely one of my favorite coffee spots when I'm looking for good coffee and a place to relax!

Pretty solid spot! I…read morelove how open it is here. It tends to be busy, so be ready for that! Lots of WFH folks and people catching up. I do enjoy that ambiance while working, but be prepared without headphones if that's not your vibe. I loved their matcha strawberry fields summer special, and grabbed a miel the second time. I really enjoy all the drinks I've had thus far, this little escape is perfect. You wouldn't think it's there with the mall being so nearby! Check this spot out for a little bit of peace, good working environment, and good drinks.

So happy to be a proud Gregular! Staff is sweet, the interior is cute, the rewards are awesome, and…read moreI can get coffee delivered! What more can you ask for? If you're thinking hmm I could also ask for a ham & cheese croissant, they have those too! Worth a stop before your shopping spree in Albertville

I've stopped in a few times and tried different drinks, the Island Bolt and the Peanut Pleaser…read more Honestly, neither really hit the mark for me. The Peanut Pleaser tasted more like a salted peanut smoothie than something I'd want to order again, and the Island Bolt had some nice fruit notes but left a strange bitter aftertaste. Prices are about the same as other local coffee spots, and the inside decor is pleasant. The staff have always been friendly and welcoming. The biggest downside is that their espresso machine has been down for over a week. I checked in a couple of times while stopping at outlets, and it's still not up and running.

This is a great little coffee shop with both traditional drinks and their own recipes. Every…read moreThursday and Friday you'll see Matt and/or Bonnie running the counter. Matt is the Pastor of the Assembly of God church that meets at the other end of the building. Bonnie is retired and long dreamed of owning her own shop. So she gets to touch on that dream every week. Go on in and if you need someone to chat with, Bonnie will be a great listener and conversation partner. This space can also be rented for events. In fact every year for Small Business Saturday, they host booths of local owners and creators.

This is my second visit. I had a coffee date with kiddos. I CANT BELIEVE THIS PLACE ISN'T PACKED!…read moreIt's awesome!! So these Nordic waffles...yum! They have a few staple flavors like the breakfast waffle, Nutella & strawberries n cream. I could be wrong but I think the other flavors may be seasonal? We went with 3 breakfast, a Peaches n Cream and Key Lime waffle. They were all delish! For sips-we had the seasonal Blended Earl Blue (shake makes with Earl Blue tea), an iced Dirty Chai (Chai with espresso shots added) and I had requested a past coffee special of Cardamom honey latte (yep-hot. I know it's 99 degrees outside but this makes momma like hot coffee for the first one to start the day!) Oh! And a kids mango smoothie for the little tyke! It seemed like there was only 1 gal working-for ordering, making all the food and drinks. She seemed shocked that we wanted 5 waffles. I had to explain we haven't breakfasted yet (I know, I know! I'm a terrible mom that hasn't fed her kids at 11am already!) while our order was probably much larger than average, and she was the ONLY one working- she did a stellar job of getting it out. FYI- both times I've been here, those Nordic eats take awhile. So maybe don't come to try one unless you have time to wait for them to be handcrafted. The place is roomy with lots of seating inside, a few outside spots but like literally- two- A patio table and a loveseat. They also rotate local art on the walls, have a few local made bracelets and body scrubs, a great billboard for local advertising, 2 Unisex bathroom (1 with baby changing table!), an enclosed kid toy room with 2 comfy chairs for mommas to sip their coffee while the tots play. On top of all the above, my coffee was perfection to boot! I wish I could give it more STARS!

**This is one of the few local coffee shops in the New Brighton area, and it's a place I enjoy…read morevisiting.** The matcha is especially good, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. That said, I think the food menu has room for improvement. The sandwiches tend to be a bit dry and could use more flavor. For example, the bacon on the BLT tastes like pre-cooked grocery store bacon and is never heated when I receive it. I'd also love to see more bread options, especially sourdough. Overall, the coffee and customer service keep me coming back, but some enhancements to the food offerings would make the experience even better.

I met a friend at 3 pm on a Thursday. There was plenty of places to sit and ample parking…read more Food 5/5: I got an apple scone and the seasonal iced tea lemonade. The scone was moist and the drink was refreshing. Service 4/5: the staff overall seemed distracted. This maybe a transition time that they were wrapping up lunch stuff, so that may have played a factor. Ambiance 3/5: this place is small. If you're looking to have a truly private conversation, this isn't your place. The tables are close together, but overall plenty of seating. The bathroom was out of order, and that was a major deterrent. Overall this is a cute neighborhood coffee shop with solid drinks and pastries.

I've been going to the Avant Garden since the late 90's, when I was working at the Courthouse…read more Good food, staff and the best Anoka Mocha !! All are welcome, fast service, and a bookstore, too!!

We were in the area and in the mood for a coffee. A quick google search brought us here…read more There is plenty of free street parking and some free lots in the area. Walking in this place felt cozy. Like you would want to be here on a cold rainy fall day with a book! This place is very LGBTQ+ friendly. This place did have spider webs in the windows and heavy dust around the windows as well. That was disappointing. You can still be cozy and clean. The staff here left us very underwhelmed. They were having a conversation and finished the conversation before helping us. So we stood there feeling stupid and awkward while they wrapped up their social hour... while taking our order, the person kept her eyes locked on the computer screen. It just didn't feel friendly at all. I expect that kind of service from a Starbucks but not a local coffee shop. My boyfriend got a latte which tasted burnt. Neither of us were a fan. I can't remember the name of the drink but I got a white chocolate cherry I believe latte. It was pretty good. I did order my drink with oatmilk and it was an extra $1.50! Are you insane!? That's literally crazy. That is by far the most expensive swap to oatmilk I have seen! That alone almost pushed this to a one star review, but the drink did taste good. Overall, there are so many coffee shops In the area, I don't feel we will be back to this one.

I saw this Boba tea shop pop up on my social media feed and was surprised it was so close yet I had…read morenever been to it before - I didn't realize it was nestled inside between the library and county office. What a great location for those needing a quick break or reprieve from waiting in the county office! I'll definitely have to come again when I'm doing a remote work day and try some of the treats! I ended up getting a mango milk tea on this first adventure and was thrilled to learn they don't use dairy. It was a bit sweet and I wasn't sure if I could do a sweetness percentage when ordering so I'll have to ask that next time but it was really great with lychee jellies. The woman working was super kind and it was ready within minutes! They have very limited hours but seating both in the shop as well as in the adjoining entrance lobby so plenty of space for folks to enjoy their drinks!

Cute lil cafe, with an adorable panda logo that parallels their shop, that is placed in a very…read moresmart, marketable location (studious people from the library, bustling workers from a Hennepin County office). The drinks are very affordable too, which I've had the unfortunate to pay heftier drinks elsewhere. Wanted something cozy and warm so I opted in for the chai. The staff was nice to help with the flavor of the chai (e.g., cinnamon, nutmeg) which was a fun, unique way to order chai. As a result, the drink was very pleasant and flavorful. Highly recommend checking this spot out.