This is a small town cafe with excellent steak nachos, enough for 2 hungry people and could feed 3…read more Queso is homemade and excellent. Owner is friendly and staff on his first day was pleasant and courteous. There were wonderful looking pastries and cupcakes, etc. available, along with several coffee and other drinks. Let's keep this business going. An excellent alternative in Spicer, Minnesota. I will go back!

This rating is for "Kafé La Baja LLC" Facebook shows…read morebusiness hours 6-8 on weekends. I was told that people say it's a good place with "real" Mexican food, So I show up at 6 am. They didn't open until 7. Service was terrible. You could easily tell that the young lady in the front had just woken up because of her hair. She seemed lost and confused. Lack of knowledge on her tasks. My food took a long time and I was one of three other customers in this place. Two were already eating and one was only waiting for coffee. My tacos were wrapped up but smooshed. I asked for Machaca which they contain egg and this tacos had no egg at all. I also asked for Picadillo and this tacos were sweet!!!! This is NOT real Mexican food. Save to say, I've tried this place and will never go back.

Had a bizarre, unfriendly encounter. It's such a cool place but the gal behind the counter was…read moreunusually unfriendly. Zero hospitality, zero personality, zero greeting. I'm lucky she asked what I wanted. I believe this person hates humanity and loathed my presence in their shop. Though I'm not sure why as there was only one other person there on a Thursday at 2pm. I gave a $5 tip on my $4.50 coffee and there was absolutely no thank you or acknowledgment whatsoever. No 'have a nice day' or anything. This is completely inappropriate behavior when working at a non-corporate owned coffee shop.

This place is a step above the rest. Great latte, great chicken pesto panini, and excellent…read moreservice. Decent amount of seating - a good maybe 6 or 7 tables along with set of sofa and lounge chairs. Food was good, but service is what made it.

Wonderful little shop serving up great drinks and pastries. Loved the inclusive vibes and beverage…read moreselection. Also, SK beans!

$40 after tip for 2 adults - 2 house special coffees, 2 quiche, 1 scone & 1 rye peach cake…read more Service was quick, tho they initially forgot the scone... you order at the counter, take the showcase items with you, pick up coffee in the pick up area & they bring kitchen items to your table. You bus the table. There is a 5% fee for fair wages/Healthcare & such, a pretty standard fee in the area it seems. There is no charge for credit card/discount for cash. The coffee is delish, the environment welcoming & all baked goods were tasty, & the flavors were interesting- tho the peach cake was slightly over on the bottom. It stays busy! As they run out of an item, like the quiche of the day, it's quickly replaced with a new item - without interruption. Note: they make a mean quiche

Sweet little coffee spot filled with musical instruments and a wall of vinyl. Stopped in after…read morehanging out on the lake and enjoyed some coffee and snacks. They have a sandwich and panini selection that looked good, but will have to wait until next time. Cool spot you should make sure and check out if you are in the area!

I love finding little gems....and this is definitely a gem! I knew as soon as I passed it going to…read moreHemker Zoo that I would stop back by. And boy was it worth it. The ambiance was terrific, the ice cream delicious....service fantastic! Not.much more to say...GO!

Love coming here prices are comparable to other ice cream places near by wish they were open longerread more

When I woke up this morning, I had no idea I was about to consume the caramel roll that would…read morechange my life forever. The decadent caramel slowly oozed off my fork as I shamelessly sliced it. The cinnamon was warm and perfectly balanced--not overpowering, just enough to make me question every other caramel roll I've ever eaten. The sweetness was so perfectly dialed in that even Goldilocks would've looked up from her porridge and said, "Yeah... that's the one." I don't know what kind of sorcery is happening in this bakery, but these caramel rolls deserve their own fan club. Do yourself a favor and go get one. They're worth every penny... and quite possibly a small identity crisis when you realize no other caramel roll will ever compare.

What's not to like? Lu Lu Beans coffee shop in Willmar is one of the cutest coffee shops I've ever…read more"bean" to. Ha, ha. The small sign outside says "Welcome home friends" which hints at the overall atmosphere you'll experience at this popular Willmar coffee shop. Old guys with bald heads and white chin beards gather around a small table on the patio to sip coffee, discuss their golf game and gripe about the rising cost of home owners' insurance. Nearby, a couple of moms in yoga pants catch up before launching into their busy day. Inside, a 20-something works remotely at a table not much bigger than her laptop. And there's me. A not-so-young-anymore dad from the cities with nothing better to do than hunt for a good espresso and write wordy Yelp reviews. I ordered a daily brew, my usual, which was fine. TBH not any better than coffee out of my Keurig. They had an espresso category on their chalkboard menu but I didn't see that a simple cup of espresso was an option. I could be wro Nevertheless, it's the vibe of the place that makes Lu Lu's so special. Set in an old house? Gas station? Country store? I don't know, but I love the friendly, homey feel. The different rooms have your usual tables and chairs, but also comfy oversized chairs, couches and love seats. Want to work remotely? No problem- tables and chairs of all sizes. Want to hang out and chat with your bestie or curl up with your favorite book (or electronic device)? Check! Looking for a cozy patio surrounded by potted plants? Got you covered. (Literally, the patio is covered by a lattice pergola covered in vines that crest a nice shade on a sunny day). I also love that the walls are covered in employees' artwork. Some of it is even for sale. The decor is well curated country chic with lots of live plants, cute antiques and I feel like there's got to be a cat quietly snoozing the day away somewhere around here. (Probably not really, but it wouldn't surprise me to feel something furry brush up against my leg). Lu Lu Beans coffee shop is as if your oddly hip grandma was a tattooed, big city barista who decided to start a new life in Willmar after working for Martha Stewart. It's a good thing.

I visit The Goodness every time I'm back in the Willmar area. This non-franchise shop is one to…read moretruly strive for quality in all of their products. They have a very slick industrial feel reminiscent to a few shops in the metro area. They put less emphasis on what they can sell on their walls (like other shops in the area), and more emphasis on why you are there in the first place: coffee. They serve Peace Coffee, which is a great indication that they take their coffee seriously. They know how to pull their shots, they know how to make a good latte. Their drip coffee is always hot if you are in a hurry. Otherwise, they also know how to do a great pour over if you have a few minutes. If you are into syrups and sweeteners in your drinks, they use the higher quality brands for such drinks as well. As far as food, they have a nice selection of soups, salads and sandwiches. They often work with local farmers and strive to keep a lot of the menu as local as possible. They also have plenty of live acts going through their doors. It's not uncommon that they will have a band or two play on the weekends. Over all, whether you live in Willmar or if you are visiting, it's definitely worth the trip every time!

Very friendly staff love the environment you can go inside and have a meeting while enjoying a nice…read morecoffee

Hands down the best coffee shop in Paynesville. They also…read morehave killer good sandwiches and firehoses

I give props to the wonderful interior design of the store. It's nice and open, with plenty of…read morenatural light, and ample comfortable seating. There is also good free wifi. The coffee however is just ok. On more then one occasion I found it to be too weak and underwhelming. You really have to ask for exactly what you want if you want to be satisfied with your coffee.

Great breakfast or lunch stop. My mom and stopped for lunch on our way to Benson and had a lovely…read moreexperience. The fresh roasted beans are a nice touch.

Really good coffee/awesome selections...Staff always seems to be smiling and boasts a warm,…read morepleasant atmosphere. Try the Nirvana line, its amazing! Overall a great place for coffee & breakfast...Highly recommended!

Always great to support your local community and Businesses. Never had a bad donut. The ladies have…read morealways been super helpful and nice. My kids enjoy the donuts and the smells are always free. Atmosphere is always Clean and neat with a variety of assortments to choose from. 10/10 highly recommend.

Best lefse in town! I appreciate the ladies who work there. My husband doesn't mind the maple…read morebars either!