One of my kids loves cats so we decided to check it out. We went on a Saturday right when they…read moreopened and reserved online for $15 each. We each got a coffee and headed into the lounge. There were 23 cats in the lounge area to interact with. Going theory the double doors one sneaky one escaped into the double area but one of the employees came through and ushered it back in. Going first thing in the morning seemed to be a popular time. There were probably 20 people in the room which did make it a little hard to feel like you could interact with the cats but we still got in plenty of pets. We also lingered a bit at the end. I did notice that the hour after us only had 2 people with another 2 that came a little late. So if we go again I would not book the first time slot. Coffee drinks in the cafe area were good. If you take them into the lounge expect the cats to be a bit curious! Overall this place seems worth a fun outing. It's a little pricy to interact with cats but the money goes towards a good cause. If you're a cat lover, this is worth an hour to check out.

I liked the Americano I tried here. Added a nice splash of heavy cream to add some richness. Nice…read moreplace for cat lovers to enjoy the cats either inside with the cats by appointment for a small fee or just at a table with a view of the catio! I like to stop by since it's in the neighborhood. You can adopt cats too. I've donated cat food since they always welcome donations. Kids love it!

Tried this after seeing a girl rave about it on TikTok. It was so good! Sad I didn't find them…read moresooner. I tried the apple spice latte and it was delicious. 10/10 recommend. My bf tried the caramel apple coffee latte and it was ok, a little too coffee forward for me and I didn't taste any caramel or apple in that one. I definitely recommend. The staff is so friendly!

The space was very nicely designed and well lit. The parking was the trickiest to figure out, but…read morethere is parking spaces on the back as well as street parking across the street. Walking in, it was very warmly designed and had plenty of space and seating options from solo or group settings. There's some outlet options around as needed as well. The menu was around the top front counter with baked goods for viewing. I wanted to try their signature drink Arise. The staff was welcoming and assisted promptly and explained to me that it was like a latte with cinnamon swirl syrup which sounded great to me. It's definitely a nice spot to stop by if you're in the area!

We've been here several times when visiting our son and his wife. The number of choices is…read moreunbelievable. Everything is delicious - both the food and beverages. Always busy but always great service. Wish we had something like this much closer.

I've now come into this cafe twice and have had good experiences. Definitely gives off more…read morehometown coffee shop vibes than a lot of the more upscale / clean cut coffee shops more in the cities. I tried both coffee and waffles the most recent time I came and both were tasty. I will say though their waffle menu is quite extensive - dare I say a bit overwhelming. The prices are super reasonable though (especially compared to other local shops). I would highly recommend checking it out to catch up with a friend or just hang out!

Stopped by to spend some time before my flight. Coffee came out quickly, and the place was nice and…read morerelaxing. Wasn't crowded so that helped. Great place to sit down and study or spend time.

Really fun coffee shop with a great rotating specialty latte menu. There were plenty of drink…read moreoptions and everything we tried was delicious. The space itself is great for hanging out. They have lots of different seating options along with games and books, so it feels like somewhere you can actually stay awhile rather than grab your coffee and leave. My only complaint was the service. It felt a little low-energy and wasn't overly friendly, so the experience could have been better on that front. Still, the coffee and atmosphere make it a nice place to relax, work, or catch up with someone.

Best tea shop in the area! They have a wide variety of delicious, high quality tea and the best…read morebubble tea I've had. This is my source for loose leaf tea to enjoy at home, and it is also a relaxing environment to hang out with a cup of tea and a friend (or book).

Indigo Tea is easily one of the best tea spots in the Twin Cities…read more Their chocolate masala chai is incredible and honestly one of the best chai drinks I've ever had. The matcha is also amazing and made authentically, which you can really taste in the quality. They clearly take a lot of pride in how their drinks are prepared. The atmosphere is calm and peaceful, which makes it such a nice place to slow down and enjoy your tea. You can sit at traditional tea tables on tatami mats, shoes off, which adds to the whole experience and makes it feel very intentional and relaxing. The owners and staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming. They also have a wonderful selection of loose leaf teas, kettles, mugs, and other tea accessories for sale. If you love tea, this place is absolutely worth visiting. One of the most unique and thoughtfully run tea shops in the area.

Had a wonderful time on a Friday morning the other week at Vendella! There always a good variety of…read moreareas to sit (couches, chairs, benches, etc) but a lot of people so it was somewhat difficult to find a space for just me that didn't feel like I was taking up a full table. The prices for my chai and croissant typical of the area and the service was typical of a coffee shop. I got my croissant toasted which was so delicious. Like I mentioned I went on a Friday morning and it was very busy. However, I was able to chat with a friend on the phone and not feel like I was interrupting anyone else or being interrupted by anyone else. The small art supplies, puzzles, etc were very cute. For their thrift items I was surprised by the small selection however, it seemed like they had a lot of quality items. The coolest thing that they have is instruments that you can use (if you know how to play them!)

Great spot to catch up with a friend. There's plenty of comfortable seating available and seating…read moreis spread throughout the shop. Espresso drinks are strong. The Verona latte (pistachio and vanilla) was delicious and not too sweet. They also have food available for purchase. It's also part boutique, with knick knacks, clothing, spices, and jewlery available for purchase. There are also small conference rooms that you can pay to reserve. It's located in a strip mall so there is plenty of parking in the lot.

This place is great!…read more We stopped by on a Tuesday morning, and I was surprised by how large the inside was. It's not gigantic, but I was expecting it to be much smaller based on what I had heard about the place. I ordered the Waffle Latte and absolutely loved it. I would definitely get it again. My wife ordered an iced mocha with an extra shot, and she really enjoyed hers as well. We also decided to try a white chocolate raspberry scone. My wife loved it. I thought it was good, but not quite great. We also ordered a garlic bagel with cream cheese. I really liked that and would potentially order it again, although next time I may try a plain bagel just for comparison. The staff was super nice. They genuinely seemed happy to be there, which is honestly a bit surprising these days when it comes to customer service. The positive attitude definitely added to the experience. Overall, I really don't have much negative to say. Sure, it's a little pricey, but I feel like I say that in almost every review nowadays. Food and drinks outside the house are just stupid expensive these days, so compared to other coffee shops, the pricing here felt relatively fair. Yeah, I don't know. I really don't have many complaints. Great drinks, friendly staff, and a nice atmosphere. I'm giving them 5 out of 5 stars, and I'll definitely be back.

I've seen great reviews for BlueNose Coffee so I had to check it out! They had a drive thru but I…read morewent inside to order. They have a cozy atmosphere and is a nice spot to enjoy a morning drink. I ordered a blue nose mocha and a believin' berry buzz dirty soda along with a blueberry scone. The scone was subtly sweet and pretty dense. It was a great choice of bakery item. The mocha was super sweet. It almost tasted more like a latte than a mocha. The sugary flavors drown out the espresso bitterness. I'd order something else next time since the sugar rush was a lot. Since Farmington has been known to consume the most Mountain Dew per capita in the US I ordered a Mountain Dew based dirty soda. With all the added flavors of this drink I kind of forgot it was Mountain Dew. Like everything else this was a super sugary drink but was nice to try due to the novelty of the drink.

I was absolutely thrilled when I discovered Café de Paris in Apple Valley. It's surprisingly…read moredifficult to find a truly high-quality bakery around here, and after one too many supermarket "French" baguettes and bake-at-home loaves, this place was exactly what I'd been looking for. The bread is fantastic--crusty, fresh, and authentically French. They also have an incredible selection of beautiful pastries, cakes, and other classic French treats that look like they came straight out of a Parisian pâtisserie. And the coffee is absolutely exquisite. One thing that always makes me smile is that while the pastries look and taste authentically French, they're definitely American-sized! They're enormous. If you're hungry, you're in for a treat. More often than not, I'll enjoy half of one there with a coffee and take the rest home in a box for later. It's a wonderful little café with a relaxed atmosphere and a great place to sit and unwind. If you're in the Apple Valley area and looking for something a little different--something with a genuine European feel--I can't recommend Café de Paris highly enough. I'll definitely keep coming back.

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...

This is the best breakfast place I found in Minnesota. Not only is everything made with only…read morehealthy ingredients, it also happens to be the most delicious. My omelette was superb! I'm definitely be back every time I'm there b

(Note: While I originally composed this in my own voice, I did has AI to edit for clarity and flow…read more - thanks Paul J) I discovered this gluten-free gem after reading a recommendation on Facebook, and at first glance it felt like a dream come true for those navigating a gluten-free diet. The service was excellent from start to finish. Guests are assigned a table number upon arrival, place their order at the coffee bar, and then return to their table while food runners deliver drinks and meals. The staff was consistently friendly, helpful, and eager to answer questions. One surprise was the pricing. An iced tea cost $4.50, and it was unclear whether refills were available. For two people, a crispy chicken sandwich with bacon, chicken and waffles, and beverages came to approximately $70 after tip and applying accumulated Toast rewards. While the food quality was good, the overall cost makes this more of an occasional treat than a regular brunch destination for budget-conscious diners. As for the food itself, my chicken and waffles were delicious. The waffle was light, fluffy, and flavorful. Guests should note that coconut is used in many of the bakery items and baked goods. The crispy chicken was equally enjoyable, although I found it slightly on the salty side. My dining companion felt the breading on his chicken was a bit oilier than he preferred. The restaurant offers a bright, welcoming atmosphere with comfortable seating. However, the noise level was somewhat elevated during our visit, making conversation a little challenging at times. Of course, I couldn't resist spending some time at the bakery counter. While the bakery items are certainly not inexpensive, I found them competitively priced compared to some higher-end grocery stores in the Twin Cities that sell mass-produced gluten-free products at premium prices. Would I recommend Olivia's? Absolutely. The food is high quality, the staff is exceptional, and the gluten-free options are a welcome find. Just be prepared for the cost. For many diners, Olivia's may be best enjoyed as an occasional brunch splurge rather than an everyday destination.

I have been wanting to try this place for a while and finally got the chance!…read more There is tons of free parking! This building used to serve a difference purpose and did more "business" stuff. It has not been converted and one of the new places inside is selling delicious coffee!! The space was modern and very clean! There is also a fair amount of seating here! This place has an awesome cause! They employ those that may have a harder time getting a job due to cognitive abilities. With that being said, be respectful, order a bit slower and if you need to repeat yourself, be patient! Everyone here was unbelievably sweet! The coffee was absolutely AMAZING! Starbucks has nothing on these guys! I got a blackberry vanilla latte iced with oatmilk (almond milk is the other nondairy option) IT WAS DELICIOUS!!! I want to try all of their specials now!! This is a "hidden gem" for Apple Valley! Definitely give this place a try!!

What a gem of a coffee shop. My iced americano was delicious. Staff are friendly and they have lots…read moreof gluten free baked goods. Tip: coffee shop is located in an office building with a large parking lot. Lots of seating . I especially love that they employ people with disabilities.