Friendly folks and will get it right every time. Happy to have this spot nearby on my way to workread more

This is a solid breakfast and lunch spot. Everything is homemade, and you can get breakfast all…read moreday. We tried the eggs benedict, club sandwich and the chili. Excellent. The chili was so good that we bought a quart to take home. Staff is friendly and the owner / chef is always on site.

You could tell they use high quality beans, I loved my cortado here. They also have a lot of yummy…read morespecialty/seasonal drinks to try! A lot of places to sit inside and it's very airy! The drinks were made fast and baristas were kind.

The food is excellent. The coffee is excellent…read more The service is excellent. It's the G D people that go in there, sit at the tables and don't consume ANYTHING. You can NEVER get a seat in this place. It's full to the brim with entitled 20 somethings using the tables as their own personal office space. It's shocking to look around and see all of the people at the Lobby that either don't have a drink or food or have long since finished. One person at a fourtop. One person at a 6 top. It makes me insane

Came to this spot as a recommendation from a family member for a cup of coffee and light breakfast!…read more Parking available in the free garage a few doors down from this spot! The interior is clean with modern, minimalist, and natural decor. Counter service ordering was the only issue with our visit...it took 22 minutes for them to make a burrata toast for my fellow diner, which was simply toast, tomatoes, balsamic drizzle, and burrata cheese. It definitely wasn't busy enough to warrant the wait time. The coffee and food were top notch!! I had a caramel latte, which was appropriately sweet and creamy. The Smoked Salmon Toast was perfect...a sizeable serving of smoked salmon, fresh veggies, and a yummy cream cheese spread on top of perfectly toasted sourdough. Presented beautifully! Some might find it a bit pricey for fancy toast, but I thought the quality and value were appropriate for what I received. I'd definitely return!

The servers were all smiles, friendly, and happy to advise on the menu. The service was incredibly…read morefast. The Avocado Smash Toast was deliciously spicy but just a wee bit salty for my taste. The OG Açaí was the BOMB! It had fruit atop a cold purée. The Pumpkin Protein Waffle was almost as good as the other two items. We left feeling we had eaten a heathy meal. The restaurant is conveniently located mere steps from a parking garage. The two unisex restrooms were clean, bright, and appropriately adorned. The acoustics were noisy but we had no problem having a conversation. The music was pleasant and low enough to be in the background.

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.

Base Camp is a great place to meet up for coffee. The coffee is good and the space is huge!read more

I came specifically to Base Camp Coffee Shop for the coffee flight, and with so many…read moredelicious-sounding options, it was hard to choose just four! I ended up trying the iced maple latte, hot miel, hot pumpkin maple latte, and peach cobbler tea latte. I'll be honest--I should have checked the price before I came. The coffee flight was $20, which felt pretty steep to me. I was expecting something closer to $10-$12. I also would have preferred smaller sample sizes at a lower price. Plan to share the flight with a friend!! Of the four, the only one I absolutely loved was the iced maple latte. Next time, I'd probably just order that! The coffee shop is connected to a brewery, and the two spaces are open to each other, so it smells like beer inside, not coffee. On the plus side, there's lots of seating. They have free Wi-Fi and free parking. Overall, I'm glad I tried the flight, and I'd go back for that iced maple latte!

I love this bakery! Anytime I'm in excelsior I try to stop in for a pastry or cookie and a cup of…read morecoffee. Their baked goods are fresh, flavorful, and high quality. I recommend trying the Coconut Rocher for a unique blend of flavors! It's incredible. Their croissants are flakey and light weight and the various sandwiches and quiche options make this a great spot to grab a light bite for breakfast or lunch! The bakery is cute and cozy with big windows looking out to the Main Street of excelsior and a few different tables inside. The staff is always kind and quick even during busy periods. Make sure to check them out!

Amazing food, love their sandwiches and baguettes. They are very kind people, never have had a bad…read moreexperience!

This coffee shop has a lot of great coffee drinks, locally made gift items, and a wonderful…read moreselection of books. The mini donut latte had a great balance of cinnamon, coffee, and steamed milk. Service was friendly and fast.

Such a cute and cozy cafe/book store. I personally would've never known it was there but my wife,…read morewho is a book nerd said we needed to stop!! It was the perfect setup, my wife and son looked at books while I had a beer. Love they are accepting of everyone and really try to support the community! Ps: they even have a community board right inside the door to help out.

We came here for brunch on a Monday and it was quiet. Service was great and friendly…read morerecommendations. Prices were ok. The frittata was good but a little too salty. The soup was good. The chips and guac was perfect for snacking while we wait on our food to arrive. The portions are generous and I didn't even finish my frittata. It's a nice to stop for a bite before heading down the lake front for a walk. They had a gift stores attached so it was fun to see what is being sold there. The place is not very loud for conversations.

Got the avocado toast and it was delicious. Got my son a…read morepeanut butter and jelly sandwich and he was a huge fan, especially with the chips. We sat in the window table and he loved looking out at the people walking by. Service was super quick, very kind helpful in choosing items from the menu 10 out of 10 recommend.

Blackwater Coffee served the BEST iced latte that I've had in a long time! I tried the Tonka Latte…read morewith oat milk, and it was absolutely delicious because it was perfectly balanced. Not too sweet, not too creamy, just right! This was my first time visiting, and the staff were incredibly helpful in educating me about the menu and sharing their favorites. I also love that they have such a large food menu AND ice cream! The inside reminds me of Caribou Coffee, but with its own unique vibe. Prices are on the higher side, but honestly, that's expected for a local coffee shop in 2026. This is officially my new favorite coffee shop, and I've already recommended it to several friends. I'll definitely be back soon!

Don't ever order a matcha here. Just looking at the color you can tell that it's just milk…read more I've had coffee here too and it always tastes burnt.

Tried the thirsty way I love visiting family and it was delicious. Their chai was amazing. Coffee…read morewas great my son absolutely loved the pastries. Definitely recommend if you're in the area or if you're visiting. Service was great fast friendly, helpful when choosing menu items and the ambience was amazing. Nice little indoor receiving area. Plenty of space.

I was in the area so decided to try this place out. Had mixed feelings on the atmosphere as it…read morewasn't exactly welcoming. The store is decent sized so nice to be able to sit and enjoy goods ordered. I ordered a cinnamon roll, Caramel roll, and chai latte. All unfortunately were not memorable and weren't worth the cost.