Great atmosphere.. easy going vibes. Quick service on my americano to go. So nice inside decided to pick a nice window seat and enjoy it all. Though I did not purchase the sweet offerings look delicious! read more

My mom always told me about how my late aunt loved Cuppa Java. It's definitely a cute, cozy neighborhood coffee shop/cafe. Smaller on the inside. The have a tiny private little seating space in the back (for ~3 ppl or so), the chairs looked a little stained and dirty in that area. Otherwise there's table and chairs in the main part. I ordered an iced latte with vanilla and strawberry flavor and it was really good. Simple but good. My mom enjoyed her drink as well (I don't remember what she got). The prices were fair. I would for sure stop here again. It's street parking but there's a lot of options on the multiple blocks surrounding it. read more

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One of my favorite spots for a made-to-order breakfast sandwich when I need one to go. Cuppa Java is a gem of a local spot just off of I394 in Bryn Mawr that is an independent coffee house with a neat community vibe. People from the local neighborhoods walk there for their morning fix and they also get their share of commuters coming off the Interstate that are in the know so the street parking can be a bit tough during peak rush hours. I really have to underscore that they make their sandwiches a la minute so they are not being reheated or microwaved from the freezer like many of the other coffee houses do so these are the real deal and worth occasional parking struggle. I do know that they also do lunch sandwiches and towards evening, they switch into a bit of a bar mode when wine and beer are offered. I can't speak to ever having been here for that but it seems like it would make an ideal end of day social gathering spot for people if in the area. The people that work here seem to take pride in what they do and they take the time to get to know the regulars and seem genuinely happy to be taking part in serving people. This place has been here for several years now and clearly does a good job of supporting the community. Its pride in being a part of a close-knit neighborhood is evident. Given that, it is hard to find fault with anything that it has to offer. I recommend supporting it heartily as these kinds of local gems are sometimes hard to keep and never fully appreciated until they are gone. read more

Seems to be over hyped. Food was OK but I must say having a 20%! for food over $50 for counter service is super odd. I asked what I got for my 20% no real answer. Why would you do this? Gratuity usually implies personalized service not food preparation. Sorry cannot recommend this place. read more

Bob was great! He is very friendly.The coffee is amazing and the ham and cheese sandwich is awesome!

I love it here. The food and coffee is so good. I ordered a breakfast bagel and a latte. Sat outside with my dog and people watched. Street parking isn't that bad but it was a Sunday afternoon so maybe would be busier at another time. It just seemed so cozy like a true coffee shop. Would definitely recommend! read more

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What a cute coffee shop with yummy treats! I stopped by after a lovely visit to the book store across the street, "Big Hill Books". It is clean, nice and comfy inside with comfortable seating. Great service! Today I got wild rice soup, which was super delish which the lovely Barista delivered to my table. I loved my cute single person seating table which was right in front of the closed-captioned TV. Very much enjoyed my visit. I will be back! read more

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My boyfriend and I came here for a morning coffee date! This place is one of our favorites and stays busy! The service is always great as well as the bakery items, coffee, and food! They have a nice patio area outside as well as seating indoors. We got the breakfast croissant, blueberry bread, and coffee! Everything was great! Highly recommend this place for small coffee gathering or a little 1:1 date. read more

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Cute spot. Pretty small. Those who worked there seemed lost. My cherry chai was watered down and flavorless. The little that was in the cup. The cup wasn't full. The top of the drink contained mostly foam. I was very disappointed that this local shop didn't have good drinks. The commercial chains are much better. read more

My family and I stopped by Cuppa Java to meet a friend while in town for a wedding on a busy Saturday morning. I think the ideal time to visit this popular coffee shop would be during an off time as it was very busy with folks enjoying a really pleasant early summer morning. We sat outside because it was so packed, and also because the weather was truly perfect. Just thinking about early June weather has me prepped and ready for it to cool off again! That being said, I can't speak much to the ambiance as I gave my order to my husband and took a seat outside with our daughter as the line was nearly out the door. We ordered a breakfast sandwich, a pastry, and each of us had an iced coffee. My coffee was really good - about what you expect for an iced coffee, and I remember the sandwich being really tasty. I think what makes this place stand out the most is how adorable it is and how it fits just perfectly into the neighborhood. I'd never been to this part of Minneapolis before and I absolutely loved the charm of this neighborhood. It felt very lived in, and I enjoyed how many people I saw out and about walking their dogs or taking their kids to the park on a weekend morning. I would absolutely return to this place next time I'm in the Twin Cities. I feel like it would be the perfect spot for an evening coffee date on a cold MN night - it just has this charm to it that I think would fit the bill, especially if it wasn't busy and you had time to really savor the pastries and your coffee. read more

Cuppa Java - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

The best place to meet friends. I've been coming here for years. Love their scones and dark French roast coffee. Plenty of places to park on the street. Well managed. Friendly staff. read more

It's the neighborhood hang, deservedly. They get it all right: coffee, pastries, ambience, warm welcome. read more

Cuppa Java - Between breakfast and lunch rushes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great latte great service great scone Easy street parking out door tables Very reasonable prices Breakfast and lunch menu too read more

Cuppa Java - A steaming hot latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Grabbed coffee and a breakfast sandwich with some friends over the weekend. The sausage, egg, and cheese croissant was so good! I had an iced caramel latte to wash it down. It's on a corner and the inside lends to a lot of character and not a cookie cutter place like a lot of new shops these days. The staff were super nice and helpful! Definitely will be back to spend a little more time and chill with a book and coffee. read more

Cuppa Java - Caramel Latte and Sausage Egg and Cheese Croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Cuppa Java is a nice neighborhood coffee shop and hangout. Coffee is great and they off some pretty good breakfast options. I would recommend ordering food ahead of time as it can get pretty busy here and it's not exactly fastfood. read more

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An adorable little neighborhood spot in the Bryn Mawr area near Theo Wirth! Came here with some friends to get a little work done and fell in love. This sweet spot is on the corner with a few other shops nearby, but it definitely stands out. Service: Wonderful! The cashier was friendly and recommended certain pastries, the baristas were quick. They closed at 3 and we were still working, so the staff let us sit outside with our drinks after closing. Goodies: So many baked goods that surprisingly weren't too picked over for an hour before closing on a Sunday! I tried the GF brownie and was VERY pleasantly surprised to find it had a caramel layer on top. The other food items looked delish too. Drinks: I got an iced chai and the two that joined me got a hot chai and a cold brew. All great flavor and no complaints here. Seating: This spot is best for groups of 2-3! Several two-top tables inside lining the windows, one larger table back in the corner, and tables outside on both sides of the building. Support this quaint local spot! read more

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Always love stopping by this locally owned coffee shop. They have many drinks besides coffee and a nice light breakfast and lunch/dinner menu. I decided to order an americano coffee and the sloppy Joe. The coffee was as fresh and delish as always. The sloppy Joe was also fresh and came with potato chips. The sandwich came on a nice bun and was full of chunks of the sloppy Joe mix. The staff are awesome and I def recommend a stop here!! read more

Very pleasant neighborhood joint. Sat in the sun and looked out the window, listening to 70s soft rock. Had a huge and delicious cream cheese danish. Highly recommended read more

Cute place, great coffee, great service. All the baristas I interacted with were so incredibly kind. I got the tuna melt and it was MASSIVE, which was very exciting for $13. I was expecting half the amount! Sat and read my book for a few hours. Great people watching here too. Tuck yourself away and enjoy. read more

My friend and I came here because it's one of the few coffee shops that are open later than 5pm. She ordered the chai and I ordered a turtle mocha. She said she likes the chai here because it's creamy but not too sweet. The turtle mocha I got was okay, nothing special but a solid drink (although definitely on the sweet side). They did have a good array of pastries that I wish I had tried. However, my friend ordered the chicken tenders and described it with the words "tastes like Tyson" - not impressive for $8.50. Did leave me pretty skeptical about the food but maybe it just was not the right thing to order. While small it has a good amount of tables and chairs for the space, although most if not all the tables are for 2 people so bigger groups might have more a problem finding seating. Street parking is pretty easy on the street and in the surrounding areas, although the shop itself is located at the triangle corner of an intersection. Overall a decent neighborhood coffee shop and a someplace to go if you're looking for a coffeeshop vibe or a place to do work in the evening. I don't think I was too big of a fan of the drinks and the chicken tenders were disappointing to say the least, but maybe we just picked the wrong things to get there. read more

Cuppa Java - Turtle Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This place is so overrated. The staff are so incredibly rude and do not look at all happy to serve you. Coffee is mediocre, dare I say worse quality than Starbucks. The space is so cramped and not good to study in. Very disappointed by this. read more

Used to come here all the time. Good coffee and bfast sammich. But one day, an employee pranked me (made a joke at my expense) and I hate being pranked, so I haven't really been back since. read more

Bold Americano, hurrah!!! The 20 ox Americano had 5 shots, and it tasted like it. I loved this place so much that I came back again.

They call their red eye a 'slap in the face' (love it!) I personally had a white cloud, which is a sweet coffee (white chocolate and toasted marshmallow) and would recommend it to my boujee people swinging by. read more

Cuppa Java - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Really delicious laid back spot to go for a cup of coffee or a sandwich for lunch. The bread for the sandwiches is amazing, tastes really fresh. Their pastries are tasty as well and have a great variety of muffins, scones, and other desserts. read more

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My favorite coffee shop on earth. They have great coffee, amazing breakfast items & plenty of seating. In the evening they have different events going on - such a fun spot! Parking is street parking, but there is plenty of space on either side of the coffee shop. It's also easy to walk to if you're in the area. The staff is always friendly and made a huge impact on my mom who stopped here while in the cities - she said they have the best chai tea around! read more

Great local coffee shop! Very friendly staff and a good space (both inside and a sidewalk patio in warmer months) for working or chatting with a friend. They stay fairly busy- always several folks seated and at least one person already ordering when I walk in- but if I'm meaning to dine-in I've always still found a place to sit. So it's a good balance. They make good almond milk lattes and even have some gluten free treats (the brownies are amazingly chocolatey). They also have some savory food options- but I have never tried them. North Minneapolis doesn't have much in the way of coffee shops so we're very happy to have this place tucked into a corner of Bryn Mawr! read more

Great place, for Conversation and delicious food looking forward to go in the evening and try the dinner menu, wine, and the beer read more

Cuppa Java - Tuna Melt - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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A group of friends and I have met here three times now. Worth a review! The muffins are delicious, the iced mochas are on-point. We will be back. Lovely neighborhood vibe. read more

This is a great little place if you happen to catch them when they're open. Very inconsistent hours. It's extremely frustrating to get there and find that they are closed. The posted hours mean nothing. read more

Usually I don't like to talk about my favorite spot cause then people would start going there regularly :( lol...The place is located in Bryn Mawr, it is a very cute and quiet area. The space inside is perfect. There is a flat screen tv for people to watch at the bar. There is about 12 small tables for people to do work/school related stuff. Half of this place is bright with big windows and the other half is dark toward the back area. There is a tiny room in the back where you could have intimate talk. It's a little escape from the crowd. I would see people bringing their family here and pets, too. During the summer time you could sit outside and enjoy a nice fresh air. I almost forgot to mention about their music, old school...love it! The crowd here is 25 years and older...I think :) I enjoy their Asian Salad a lot. Big portion. They have a good selection of sandwiches with reasonably priced. They serve beer and wine, too. And make sure to check out their happy hour time for drinks. Usually I come here to get their Chai Soy. I think this place have the BEST Iced Chai Soy in the twin cities. Yes, I am addicted! Definitely way better than Kopplin in St Paul. Also, I love, love, love their Pistachio Muffin! Oh my unbelievably good! Please try them. The staff is ah-mah-zing! They are unique. I think they know me by now cause I always get the same order :) If you need cash, there is an atm machine. Also, they sell hallmark/greeting cards next to the machine. This neighborhood is very unique and that's why I love it! Make sure to check out Trappings (men's clothing-1926's style) after you make a stop at Cuppa Java :) Street parking read more

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Love. Love me a Chi Latte and gluten free muffin on my monthly visits to the neighborhood for a hair cut by Juliette. I look forward to this visit. The guys with together so well and keep things moving with a relaxing easy energy. It's my monthly refresher inside and out! Best Chi Latte anywhere. They also have gluten free sandwiches, salads, and glutenous items as well. read more

Popped into Cuppa Java on a whim, and was met with a clean, well kept, and trendy shop. A perfect spot for Sunday afternoon reading. Others were working on computers, studying, and chatting with their companion. I ordered drip coffee & a muffin. Unlike some of the baked goods which are brought in, the muffins are made in-house. I enjoyed my lemon poppy seed muffin- perfect crust on the top followed my a fluffy & moist bite. Will definitely visit again. There was nothing I saw that set this shop apart from others to earn the fifth star, but is a really excellent spot & I would recommend! read more

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Cute Small Local Delicious Cheap Cant complain, amazing service with a knowledgeable staff. Coffee was a little sugary but you get what you order for sure. Sandwich was on par with any deli that you can find. Much better prices and portions than any chain place. Definitely recommend for breakfast, studying, lunch. This is a no doubt location. read more

This is the kind of neighborhood coffee shop that I wish existed within easy walking (or at least bicycling) distance from my home. Excellent espresso drinks, hearty sandwiches, delicious baked goods all served by friendly, laid back staff in a cozy somewhat ramshackle (but clean and uncluttered!) environment that encourages lingering. While my reviews tend to run toward the verbose, this one's short and sweet. Great place. Great people. Great Vibes. 'Nuff said. read more

This is a cute little shop perfect for stoping in for a nice cup of coffee and meet with a friend for lunch or a quick take out. I love coming here when I'm craving a soup and sandwich for lunch. I was in awe when they had split pea soup as their special. Oh my goshhh no place ever has split pea soup and man, it was sooo delicious. It really hit the spot. The inside has a cute, modern feel to it. There are mostly small, two-person tables around a small space so it can get a little tight. There is usually plenty of free street parking around there so thats never an issue. The prices are just right, service fast, and menu delicious! read more

The coffee was really good - I got a breakfast croissant that was also pretty good. The ambiance is really quaint and wholesome and a few outdoor seating options as well. I recommend read more

COVID times take out. We got two breakfast sandwiches on croissants which were *chef's kiss* delish. I don't eat meat, so they offered to sub avocado and tomato which I greatly appreciated. I got an iced latte with oat milk, honey and cinnamon. The barista made my latte perfectly - adding the hot espresso to the honey so that it dissolved into the drink. It was SO GOOD!! I can't wait to go back. I also thought the prices were very fair for the neighborhood. read more

Roses are red, Violets are blue...blahhh I feel lame already. Without as much sass and pizzazz as my last attempt to review this place, all I gotta say is that Cuppa Java got me hooked. First, the food and the drinks are all amazing. I've been there for more times than I dare say and I've yet to come across an item that I don't like. As for the ambience, the compactness of the space helps to heighten the sense of intimacy but the windows are big enough to not make you feel claustrophobic. That combination is just the right level for me to focus on my work without losing my mind from concentrating on the screen all the time. And, yes, the people who work there are super-friendly and nice. All in all, this place rocked 5 solid stars from me. read more

Wonderful little corner coffee joint! I came here on a Thursday morning and it was quite busy. They have a good selection of baked goods and sandwiches, which all seemed very fresh. My drinks were served very quickly, but I did end up waiting about 10-15 minutes for my breakfast sandwiches. If you have a little more time to wait or are in the area, I recommend stopping by and grabbing a drink to-go! read more