Wow, this cafe absolutely wins at ambiance. This is a cute-as-heck coffee and brunch place that was…read moreclearly converted from a Victorian home in Eden Prairie. I had an awesome breakfast burrito and their awesome Tirimasu Latte (iced), and they have other offerings that will lure me from St Paul for future visits. Specifically, now that I am mourning the loss of Sun Street Breads and its Thursday Night Pizza Night, I'll have to try Smith's version of that. But I'll probably come back for brunch on a weekend pretty soon and get more coffee, as well as something from their bakery. But also, yes, brunch; the eggs in my burrito were really perfect. I was there at around noon on a Sunday; peak busy times so parking was a little hairy but I eventually found a spot. I absolutely recommend coming with a bunch of pals and hanging out for a good long time, but maybe don't all drive separately if it's noon-ish on a weekend. They have a lovely patio area which was well-populated, even on this extra-sunny mid-February day. If you like adorable cafes, you will definitely love this place.

On a WFH Friday, our internet was being "upgraded" aka xfinity had a outage in the area for a…read morewhile... I immediately started looking at coffee shops that I could relocate to in order to work. I had been wanting to go try Smiths for a while but the opportunity just never presented itself despite being just down the road. I arrived and the driveway leading to the parking lot was lined with cars, but I was able to find a spot in the parking lot after a minute or so. It was definitely a full lot for sure. The location is absolutely adorable as this is a historic house. It was once a Dunn Brothers, but I do love that it is its own thing now rather than a chain. They had a outdoor patio that people were enjoying but it was a bit chilly for working and sitting outside, one person even had a dog which I LOVE! Inside the front door you are greeted with a welcoming counter that you can order. I opted to try the salted caramel iced latte. If you are consuming there (which I was) they give you a number to bring to your table and they bring the drink. I really liked this idea especially in the aspect of not having to stand and wait for a drink. The price was a bit high (7.55 for a 16 oz with $1 tip), but then again everything is getting expensive these days. I walked back to the seating area and there are essentially 3 rooms downstairs, I walked through all 3 to see where working would be ideal. I went upstairs but there was a woman in the room so I assumed it was a group that was meeting or something so I opted to not investigate further. I found seating downstairs in what felt like the quietest part, but there were a lot of people there talking and the acoustics were not exactly fantastic. I did have a call which I took via teams and air pods and discovered the sound in the room was actually really not awesome for a meeting as it was quite loud and the wifi was not strong enough to support the video on the teams call. So would I recommend working from Smith, not if you have a meeting, but if you are looking for a place that has some background noise, I guess... However this is certainly a place that is perfect for meeting someone and enjoying breakfast or coffee and I love that. I did not order food this time, but everything I saw get delivered looked delicious. I also noticed they have a pizza night on Thursday nights and immediately made a note of that for a date night with the hubby.

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

My mom always told me about how my late aunt loved Cuppa Java. It's definitely a cute, cozy…read moreneighborhood 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.

Such a cute coffee shop! I love the yellow and bird decor. Super friendly staff. Delicious coffee…read moreand so many gluten free options! Street parking is easy. I will be back

Stopped by Yellowbird to meet up with some friends and had a decent experience…read more The prices felt really high, around $10 for a small latte with one flavor, and it didn't quite live up to that. It didn't have much espresso, so it ended up tasting more like flavored milk. They do offer a nice variety of milk options at no extra charge, which is a plus. but still the drinks are very expensive for what you get. There's some seating inside and parking behind the building, which makes it convenient. The shop was cute but on the smaller side also the tables weren't very clean when we were there. The staff wasn't overly friendly and didn't make it feel especially welcoming.

I come to Hopkins (from Florida) for work on occasion and make it a point to stop by here for…read morecoffee (and sometimes more). Slightly eclectic throw-back vibe, very friendly service, excellent espresso beverages, and a nice assortment of creative wraps and sandwiches (alongside other food items). It's a nice place to spend an hour or two catching up on emails, though it can be busy (and a bit noisy) at certain times of the day. Parking is easy, with a dedicated lot out back and free two-hour street parking out front. One random noteworthy thing is that they have the nicest take-out coffee cups I've seen anywhere (see photo), with a sturdy design that makes it a pleasure to hold while also providing extra insulation. It's a small thing, but it's actually the first thing that comes to mind when I think of Munkabeans!

Overall the experience was very enjoyable and during it I had no problems whatsoever. I had the ham…read moreand cheese quiche which tasted great. The service was very friendly and quick. Finally the cafe is an overall peaceful experience and felt very comfortable to be in.

Charming local coffee shop brewing local beans! We came on a Saturday morning and there was free…read moredrip coffee available which was a pleasant surprise! Everyone working as well as other patrons were so welcoming and willing to offer suggestions on their favorite drinks, it really gave a home-y feel to a cold morning. Love that they are keeping patrons and their staff safe by locking the front door, please be patient as this has also become a community haven.

My friend found this place and we decided to meet up here to catch up. I had an iced coffee with…read morethe barista's recommendation of white mocha and maple. So good! I also got the blueberry wild rice muffin and dare I say it's one of the best muffins I've ever had! I don't even like muffins like that. I would love to try their fry bread next time. The space overall is warm and sunny. The workers were all so nice and welcoming as well. I love that this is a community oriented place, with the option to pay it forward to elders and first responders. I will definitely be returning.

We love Amore Coffee, honestly we ended up swinging by to support them during all of the ICE…read moreactivities in January, but due to quality, vibe, and friendliness we've now made it a staple. I've tried a few coffees but the one we keep coming back to is the chai latte. They're not overly dusty like some other places chais and they are consistently good. It's one of the best I've had in the twin cities. They do weekend tutoring if you need it and host alot of activities for patrons. The staff is always friendly and we love stopping in for our once-a-week coffee shop stops.

I love Amore coffee especially if I want to get work done! This is a very clearly loved, cozy,…read morecoffee shop that is very well frequented by the surrounding community! On any given day you can find people working, groups chatting, and friends catching up. There is a ton of seating and I have never had a problem finding a place to sit. Food is average but they have many options which is great if you're hunkering down to get work done. Their coffee is tasty and they're pretty quick at getting drinks made even with long lines. Service is good and the staff and owner are so friendly! WiFi is great, I've never had issues. Plugs are accessible - I have never had issues finding one when I have gone.

Another great coffeeshop in Minneapolis! This seems like a great spot to do some studying, meet up…read morewith a friend, or just stop in for a quiet moment with a drink. There is an extensive drink menu, and a variety of desserts also available. Lots of tables and booths in the space for settling into. I had the Royal Latte (Chocolate and Pistachio) and it was so delightfully rich and silky. Absolutely warmed me up on a wet and chilly day. Love the space and location, it is very close to public transit and bike infrastructure so pretty easy to get to.

I tried their cookie butter latte! They have an option to make it less sweet and I loved her…read morerecommendation! The biscoff cold foam blends perfectly with the drink itself. The drink itself has cinnamon in it but I didn't mind it! A cute spot to work, study and hang out with friends. Spacious and has a lot of seating choices. Parking is also convenient!

The Briar is a trendy neighborhood cafe and bar. The space is open and bright, decorated…read morenostalgically. Although it is mostly popular with a younger, well-to-do crowd, the owners make an effort to contribute to social justice through anti-ICE organizing, free hygeine supplies in gender-neutral bathrooms, etc. It gets super busy during the Saturday brunch hours, so be prepared to wait a bit! We were lucky and got a table quickly but it was very crowded and loud for a bit. They seemed a bit short-staffed, too, although everyone we encountered was still friendly and helpful. The food and drinks are superb! The portions are on the smaller side but they're actually priced accordingly, which is rare these days. We highly enjoyed the waffle and the pork cutie.

A friend brought me there to get drinks and apps before we headed out to dinner and I have a lot of…read morenice things to say about the place overall, but the service that night started off pretty awful. Great things: my espresso martini was amazing. As an espresso martini addict, I'd consider this one a top in the cities. The patio space is fantastic, every single person got greeted when they walked in and thanked when they walked out. The bartender was very friendly and even gave us a suggestion for somewhere to go after for dinner. Unfortunate thing: The service. We didn't actually start at the bar. We started at a table on the patio and sat for about 10 minutes watching the server walk around us, she was obviously busy so that was fine, but after seeing 3 tables served who came in after us she finally walked to our table and said she'd be right with us after she put in the orders. Cool cool. Well, unfortunately, when she came back outside she did not come to our table and instead walked around taking orders from more people who came in after us and that's when we decided 20 minutes was too long and we went into the bar where the services was good. The outdoor server did apologize to us, and we do understand she was busy, but at that point we nixed the appetizer and just had cocktails due to it being later than planned and wanting to get to dinner. I'd definitely go again, like I said - fantastic espresso martini, but I did want to be honest about my experience.