Was staying at the hotel and was so lucky to have Spyhouse downstairs as I was able to get freshly…read moremade coffee every single morning. I am not usually a coffee drinker, but this place has great lattes. So smooth and not too sweet, which I love! I wish they had a medium-sized drink as their small is too small, and the larger one is a bit too big. I've always gotten the bigger size and ended up finishing it throughout the day!! My favorites - chai latte, spygirl (lavender/honey latte), solid gold (turmeric latte). Still have a few others that I want to try while I am still in MN. Definitely going to miss this spot when I go back home!

This is a unique Spyhouse location as it's in the lobby of a beautiful hotel that is in an old bank…read morebuilding. The lobby itself is very stylish, with big dark bookshelves, large plants, big fireplace, cozy and comfortable seating, tables, a pool table, etc. When we visited it was decorated for Christmas and that alone was worth the visit! The coffee was delicious and service good. My husband and I both ordered the seasonal "Shakespeare's Fool" which was delicious in decaf and regular. The latte art on top was a plus! The only downside or thing to know is that this location will not accept Spyhouse giftcards because it is part of the hotel. I came wanting to use one, so this was a bummer but I understand and the barista was very apologetic. As a side note about the business, it's impossible to check your giftcard balance online. So while I'd like to use my giftcard, I'm unsure if I will realistically be able to soon!

The May Day Cafe is a small, crowded, worker-owned cooperative coffee shop in the Powderhorn…read moreneighborhood of south Minneapolis. We arrived mid-morning, and the place was packed with what were clearly repeat customers who call the place "home". It's easy to see why: the service is quick and friendly, the pastries are excellent, and the coffee is exceptionally fresh. There's also a nice selection of teas. If you come hungry, May Day offers breakfast burritos and the tallest quiches I've ever seen. A word of warning: the place is always busy, so don't be surprised if you have to wait for a table. The noise level is high, so be prepared to struggle to hear your tablemate. Overall, May Day is what a neighborhood hangout should be--highly recommended.

I love May Day Cafe. It's not just for one thing though. The vibe is just perfect for this…read moreneighborhood. It's always filled with locals and regulars. The pastries, especially the almond croissant are quite good and reasonably priced. I love their breakfast burritos. And their black bean burrito. It's all good!

This was one of the best banana coffees I've ever had! The chimp in orbit was so good, and it's not…read moreeasy to nail the banana flavor but FRGMNT found the right way to do it! The apple pop tart was nice and fluffy, too! The area is really cool to check out! There's a book store and art shop in the building, which makes for a fun coffee date! My only complaint is minor, but the barista taking out orders seemed very closed off and potentially frustrated that we were there. But maybe they were having a rough day?

FRGMNT is always a vibe but PLEASE get better matcha!! :(…read more I like the fresh, airy, and warm vibe this location brings. And the fact it's in a bookstore makes it feel more artsy. Usually, I hate sitting at a bar, especially when I'm working, but the seats here are ELITE!

Stopped by Muhim's on my way to work this morning to get a warm beverage because it is colder than…read morecold in MPLS right now. Muhim's had a good variety of drink options, without the menu being overly complicated or overwhelming (which cafe menus can easily veer into for me). I got a medium matcha with oat milk. It was truly exactly what I needed. Sweet, but not too sweet. Big for a medium! And so nice and warm! One person working, who was very kind and got my drink out quickly! Cafe itself is so cute with flowers all over the walls and ceilings. They also had pastries that looked very yummy!

We were walking around Lake and found this great cafe to warm up in. I had the strawberry matcha…read moreand it was very good. Plus, the workers are very polite and helpful, while the ambiance is super chill with lofi music!

Little cute cafe in Nicollet Field, this is the first time I encountered no tips screen when I…read morepaid, I was shocked honestly. Thank you for killing this toxic tipping culture. Food was great, they had kohlrabi salad, my first time to try it in western style cooking, which is a refreshing dish. The dessert section looks delightful. Ambience: 4/5 Food: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Service: 5/5

This is a cute local coffee shop. They have street parking and plenty of tables. I wish they had…read moremore reading chairs (only 2 in the corner). I also wish they had more gluten free options. I loved that they had free refills on coffee though and the soup was delicious. Fast and friendly service. I could tell there were many regulars there that knew the staff. I will be back.

Have driven past year many times. Always was curious and wanted to check it out. First I love the…read morename of this place. I know a couple Gigi's so I thought the name was cute. The outside patio and entrance area was also cute. I think it'll even be cuter in the spring and summer as the snow covered a lot of the patio area. The inside has a classic coffee cafe feel to it. Bigger than I expected inside. The menu prices weren't bad. Food was actually kinda cheap in my opinion. I ordered the the classic breakfast which came with eggs, red potatoes or greens, and toast with jelly. The food was pretty good. Nice balance of flavor. Id get again. I also ordered the nutty professor latte which had good whip cream but I felt it was overbearing with the nuts on top I couldn't really get to the whip...I guess that's why it's called the nutty professor though. The drink tasted like a sugar cookie. I was a bit confused why a hot coffee drink would be put in a glass. Staff was kind and helpful. Nice coffee selections and bakery looked decent. Not a bad spot overall.

Gigi's has recently changed hands, and the new iteration is well worth a visit. Located in a…read moresomewhat drafty building, this no-frills homey café offers great pastries, coffees and teas, as well as breakfast, bowls, sandwiches, soups and salads, and entreés. Our group of seven enjoyed cream cheese ravioli, the chicken cob salad, and a salt-free burger on a great bun, with homemade kettle chips. There is no table service. Order at the counter, and the staff will bring the food to your table. When done, you can leave the dishes on the table, but bussing your dishes is appreciated. Gigi's is a great place to meet friends, hang out, and enjoy good food in a relaxed neighborhood home away from home.

stopped by French Meadow in Minneapolis and the vibes were great. It's exactly the kind of warm,…read morebustling spot you want for a solid meal. The food was the highlight. We loved the Shakshuka and the open-face sandwich.. both were delicious, fresh, and hit the spot. Service was decent as well, keeping things moving even though they were busy. The bakery case looks incredible, and I'm already planning a trip back to try some treats and grab a few drinks. Definitely a spot worth returning to for more.

Great menu selection and sitting outside on a nice spring day is a great thing to do there…read more An uptown staple. Lots or organic and gluten free options.

First of all, I am a sucker for southern comfort food and fried chicken sandwiches. I have been to…read morethis breakfast spot 3 times and ordered the same item each time because it is that good. The biscuit is perfect, the fried chicken is exceptional, the sausage gravy is divine, the bacon is cooked well (and I'm kind of picky with bacon). Fabulous combo. I really can't speak highly enough of this place. My wife enjoyed the other breakfast sandwich pictured and noting how crowded this place has always been says a lot. The only critical thing you could say is the location is in a small strip mall with limited indoor seating but the ambience is great if you do find a seat. I will continue to go out of my way for this place and recommend giving it a visit.

Food was good, the downtowner is an exceptionally sweet pastry! Also, I really like that you can…read moreorder toasted bread (even a toast flight). Take note, the sandwiches are serviced with biscuits, not their bread... which was a bit of a bummer. On a downside, the service was very poor. It could have been a bad day, but the service here was very rude and seemed very annoyed. We accidentally spilled a cup of water, and when we went to the front desk to ask for a towel to clean up they were not very kind.

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.

Wonderful coffee shop in Minneapolis! First, the pricing is amazing. Super reasonable compared to…read moreother shops in the cities. Service is always great, super friendly and quick. I have tried several things but most recently had a vanilla cold press with strawberry cold foam which was so good. Flavor was delicious and it wasn't too sweet. Has its own parking lot which is a bonus.