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    Java Moose

    4.3 (124 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    Jitt B.

    Cutest coffee shop! Rustic and cozy ambiance with an uplifting vibe. You can definitely feel you're up north when stepping in here! The coffee was super amazing! Service was friendly. For a Sunday morning, it was busy and getting our coffee took longer than expected (which was understandable). Lots of room for seating inside and outside on the patio. Will definitely stop here at our next visit up north!

    Kristin P.

    You 100% need to get the maple coffee. It reminds me exactly of maple candy. The location had a fairly lengthy line but it went by fast.

    Love the welcoming to ALL!
    Erin K.

    Everything about Java Moose is incredible! Each day we were visiting Grand Marais (including on our way out of town) we made a stop here for the delicious breakfast sandwich and awesome Cold Press. Sara was beyond impressive. She has such a way with customers! I am sad to be drinking coffee back home while working. I also came home with a magnet, sticker, and keychain. Loved the feel of the place and you know if there is a line, you will not be disappointed!

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    Kelley K.

    Defiantly the best coffee in the area and they have reliable hours ( bakery in town does not). Java Moose gets busy so be sure to add in time to wait as there is no express or drive thru option. I had the regular brew and elderberry croissant, the croissant was below average and had a sugar frosting on top I didn't like. The coffee was nice a robust though, I enjoyed it.

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    Erik K.

    This is a pretty nice small town feeling place! It can be challenging to find a table though especially at peak hours. The coffee is good, and they typically have some nice rotating specialty drinks with fun names. It's also like the only place to get coffee in Grand Marais, so it's certainly worth checking out if you're on the North Shore!

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    Matt K.

    You need to stop here! Awesome coffee and espresso It's so good I don't want to go to that other place that starts with an s and ends in bucks! Local Family owned and run business awesome customer service Super clean place and friendly staff Did I mention the awesome prices and merch? I only wish I could give them more than five stars!!

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    Mikhala F.

    Every other time I've been to Grand Marais, there's been a line out the door for Java Moose. This time, with it being inclement weather and past-peak season, we finally got to give it a try! What a cozy, darling little spot to grab a coffee. The interior design is so woodsy and cozy, with vintage thermoses, wood elements, deer antlers and comfy chairs. Menu was straightforeward: iced drinks, hot drinks with classics, and then a handful of specialty / seasonal drinks. They also offer some baked goods and a breakfast and lunch sandwich. I chose the hot chai latte, and it was perfect: not overly sweet and well spiced. My parents got the maple latte and lighthouse latte, and both really enjoyed their drink. We got lucky and got a few comfy chairs in the corner - when busy, it can be hard to find a seat. They have a small patio that's nice when it's warm out! Great coffee shop - one of the only options in Grand Marais!

    Amanda G.

    This place was fun and must be popular place was packed. We got 3 drinks and a cookie. I had the maple latte blended with whip cream was so good. A hot chocolate with whipped cream and a coffee drink. This was so yummy and the cookie was very tasty. Definitely not the run of the mill place. They seem to be a good family owned place with hard working staff. Definitely support local Thai is good choice

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    Rachel C.

    Perfect Coffee Shop in the most perfect little town!! By the lines out the door, I'm not the only one that feels this way. Worth the wait. I tried 3 different drinks (6 if you count the 3 I tried of the Hubs). All of them delicious. They make the cup exactly the way I like mine, soft flavoring, along side a strong brew. Not too sweet to give you sugar high, just an exquisite sip from start to finish. Well done, Java Moose.

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    Tricia K.

    When in Grand Marais, stop at Java Moose! It's a cute little coffee shop in town with the sweetest owner. I ordered the moon shadow mocha off the recommendation of another local shop owner. So smooth and delicious. I ordered it with oat milk and it has almond and mocha flavors. The owner was taking orders and she was so personable and greeted everyone with such brightness. They have a small selection of food and you can get merch there too! Coffee, sweats, hats and stickers. Loved the vintage thermos displays too. Just a lovely experience. Just one note, in the busy season, you will wait in line.

    Coffee is the yummiest, the staff is the best, and it's always fun! We always get espresso beans for our machine and they are delicious. We're also a big fan of the medium roast

    Wolfy H.

    I went here twice with my 8 year old daughter while camping near Grand Marais. She had a chocolate muffin and I had a breakfast sandwich and a latte. I was pleasantly surprised how good the coffee was as well as the sandwich. Very well made latte and delicious! Highly recommend!

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    nice little coffee expresso shop. creative menu offerings.

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    After the fire, they are back in there original location. They're offering custard, wood fired…read morepizza and giro's. The custard and food have always been good but the pricing is very high. I'd give them more stars but I can't given the prices. The service is good, it takes a while to get your orders but that's typical for a small business. The seating area they have includes out front (road side) and a deck facing the water. It's a great location if you choose to spend the money.

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