Scatterbrain is a hidden gem. Yes, if it's a very busy day of week or holiday you will have a 20+…read moreminute wait for your food to come out but I sort of like...you know...talking to the people who I'm sitting with so it gives a great opportunity for that. If you have taste buds then this place will blow your mind with a changing seasonal menu, wide variety of specialty coffee/non coffee drinks and breakfast food that's a 10/10 every single time. I have been there about a dozen times and am never disappointed. They even offer Gluten-Free baked goods which my wife very much appreciates (Cream puffs on occasion which are my personal favorite). Very quaint atmosphere (rustic) with a tucked away book/game nook in the back perfect for kids while they wait.

My new spot! Shout out to my cousin who encouraged us to drive 12 extra minutes outside of…read moreMenomonie to switch things up. Scatterbrain has lots of exterior parking and loads of history in the preserved building which previously operated as a general store. I thought for sure this would be an order at the counter type spot and was pleasantly surprised to learn there is a full serving staff and onsite roasting of coffee beans. Both breakfast and lunch is offered here along with a massive espresso coffee and non coffee drink menu including house made syrups. I enjoy the big variety and uniqueness of every item including the fresh baked goods like monkey bread, pickle salad, in house syrups and ice cream. Bonus: check out the interior gift items from earrings to coffee beans to apparel along with the hidden library nook which is great for kiddos and contains a lovely scrap book outlining the history and remodel of the space.

After hubs saw the viral Raspberry Danish Latte, he insisted on making a trip down to Northfield to…read moreget one of the delights. The space is a bit small, so expect to have to take your goodies to go. Hubs had the aforementioned latte, I got a Reanimator. That was pleasantly sweet but not overboard. The Raspberry Danish Latte was indulgence in a cup. Oh my gosh, it was so good. I have a feeling we'll be going back once a week as long as that item is on the menu. Staff were great, especially dealing with what I'm assuming is a bit of an uptick in business.

Such a lovely find in Northfield. The space is really well done with plenty of seating inside,…read moreincluding some great window spots, plus an amazing patio that's perfect when the weather is nice. The coffee is excellent. They really know how to make a proper cappuccino. They also have a great variety of drinks beyond coffee like tea, matcha, and even kombucha. I especially love their seasonal drink menu. It's always fun to try something new and they do a great job with creative options. They also have a beautiful selection of pastries that pair perfectly with your drink.

First time here. I was in Chippewa Falls to see some family and found this place right next to the…read moreChophouse where we had dinner the night before. It's a nice spot, with a large windowed storefront and inviting signage. Inside is a large open area with the order counter toward the rear. An old brick wall, metal lighting fixtures, and a tin ceiling give it a vintage vibe. There are café tables with metal chairs for small groups. The noise level is reasonable, and it's easy to have a conversation. They have an extensive coffee menu, including tea lattes. But the one thing that really stood out was the bakery selection. They have items called Cornetto, which look like croissants. I was told they're similar and used in similar ways (fillings, glazes, etc.). We ended up getting a coffee, a London Fog Tea Latte (little lavender, little vanilla, extra foam), a Custard Danish, and an Apple Almond Scone. It didn't take long to get our order, and everything was amazingly good. The London Fog was made with loose-leaf tea and steeped well. The pastries were fresh, large, and very yummy. Everything was also very reasonably priced (you spend way more than this in most places -- and that's not something I usually fixate on). Excellent experience. Friendly service, excellent food and drinks, great value, and a warm atmosphere. If I could make one suggestion, it would be the metal chairs -- I just didn't find them very comfortable. Definitely on the "come back to" list!

Cute place, tasty drink! Kind staff! No WiFi tho??? In a coffee shoppe???? The drink names were…read morecreative !

A nice small town coffee and bric a brac shop in Downtown Baldwin, with good coffee and assorted…read moresmall gifts You can get your standard coffee drinks made with UP Coffee, and they have a small selection of baked goods, but no lunch. Nice staff. Overall a good place to get off the interstate and enjoy a nice downtown

Very nice staff and great latte and baked goods! I stopped at the cafe 10 minutes before they…read moreclosed and they still gave me amazing service! The muffin and donuts tasted very fresh and extremely good! This cafe is worth stopping from I-94 and short travel to the Baldwin Main Street area. It feels very relaxed inside the cafe.

One of my favorite places to go to for an enjoyable cup of coffee or a drink. Plus they offer…read morelegacy chocolate.

I went to college in Menomonie and I enjoy traveling back to see all the new gems that have popped…read moreup since I graduated. Hive and Hollow did not disappoint! Conveniently located by the new co-op, this shop provided the small-town cozy feeling that I needed coming in from the city. This shop obviously has plants, but I was surprised to see a great variety of coffee, chocolates, stationary, bowls, and other locally made artist items. The biggest jackpot win for me was finding their antique clothing where I snagged a lovely brown fur coat and a dress (very reasonably priced) that I was able to wear to a wedding the very next day. The owners went out of their way to let me try on the clothes in a back room since their primary focus is plants. This goes to say that you will be in good hands if you choose to visit. Thank you for making Menomonie even more special, Hive and Hollow!

We sat at the bar of this precious little cafe. Food was good! The sour dough was homemade and…read morefresh, i loved my sausage links. I did have to ask for my coffee to be filled a few times- but overall good experience!

We stumbled upon this diner in the cutest little town. There was counter seats available…read moreimmediately, and we were able to order our coffee and tea right away. I ended up getting one of their specials, the eggs Benedict, and I did clarify while ordering that I would like a soft poached egg because I'm very disappointed when it comes out with no runny yolk. Sure enough, 30 minutes later, which seemed a little bit long for a diner, our food came out and my eggs were harder than a hard boiled egg. I asked them redo the eggs only so that I could start eating my hashbrowns in the enormous slab of ham, and she said it was going to take a while. (If it takes anyone a while to poach an egg, they're probably doing it wrong.) I was able to scoop my butchered eggs off, start eating my food, and sure enough within a few minutes I had properly soft poached eggs as a replacement. I hate to be that girl, but I made it very clear on the front end that the only kind of egg that I would expect for Benedict. They gave us our tickets to pay at their register upon exiting, and I do admit that I like the charm of an old-school actual written paper ticket and very affordable breakfast. I would come back here anytime, just maybe stick to their normal menu.

We used to go here about once a month when it was A& J's and the food was very good. The small town…read morecafe feel was just about perfect. Not anymore. My wife and grandson had the Club sandwich. It was made properly and tasted pretty good. (I tried it). The deep fried pickles my grandson got as a side were burnt. Really they should have never left the kitchen . I had the bleu cheese burger. Not good. The burger was overcooked and the bleu cheese was some runny bleu cheese "dressing ". The fries were ok. Our waitress was nice enough but I am not sure she had ever waited on a table before. She didn't know the specials, we had to ask for tableware, and also for refills on our beverages. When it came time to pay we had to seek her out. It used to be decorated kind if cue with various humorous sayings on the wall, a handwritten white board menu and no tv. They also had a no cellphone policy. The small town cafe ambiance is gone. That's too bad. We probably won't go back.

The "small-town" café vibe is alive and strong with this one! Respectable pricing, good food and…read morecoffee! Can't go wrong here!

Honestly, I didn't think the place would live up to what I had seen ahead of time. The croissants…read morewere fantastic! I only stopped at the counter, checked out the offerings, and picked up a few things to go. The place was nice and charming but the seating didn't look too comfortable. Listen, it's not about the chairs. This is a gem of a cafe with excellent baked goodies and desserts. Indulge and enjoy!

Decided to give this place a try after being in the area. Quick review: Food was VERY tasty!…read moreService and ambiance... definitely lacking.... I walked in and saw you could either order on a large touch screen on with a person at the front. I don't mind touch screens, so I went to start my order. The problem is that there are no pictures... so you're not 100% sure what you are ordering. I stopped the order and walked over to the case to order with the employee instead. There was one woman in front of me and she got her items quickly. I ordered 5 items. (See pic below) All of them were fantastic! I really do judge a place by how well they can do a croissant, and this place does them very well!! The employees were very polite but for some reason my order took almost 15 mins to fill... I watched them pull the items from the case, so I'm not sure why it took them so long to do the order. There was only one other person who ordered after me and she had a drink and a box of pastries too... she received her items first. As for the space, it is bland and feels like an old Carribou coffee.... There really wasn't anything that felt "Paris or French" here. Very bland and not very cozy. If you plan on going(the food was very good) order it to go...

They make a great banana strawberry smoothie. You can have packages sent from UPS or fed ex. The…read morestaff are amicable. Coffee also great.

Cheap, good, amazing kombucha and hand pressed juices. I love to come here for their Yerba Mate…read morewith peach

Every time we head up north or then back home, we make sure to stop here. It's so inviting and the…read moreeach unique coffee drink I've had has never disappointed. Give them a try! Bonus that this building seems to be a cookie cutter version of my church at home.

Traveling through Menomonie and heard about this shop and am so glad we went out of the way to…read morestop. Less expensive, but delicious coffee that was donation based as they partner with organizations that help provide clean water overseas. The owner was kind and made conversation as he made my drink. It was half gone before I remembered to take the photo and review, so I definitely recommend!