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Jazz Shepherd Coffee

5.0 (8 reviews)

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Shay H.

I love the vibe of this place. It feels like the coolest cat in town invited you to come chill and listen to jazz in their living room. You step through the door and leave the small town of Elgin behind and walk into an urban, vinyl spinning lounge. The coffee is good. The food is good. And the owners Dan & Cathy are friendly and welcoming. I plan on being a regular here and I hope you'll check it out and immerse yourself in the space for a bit.

Michael H.

Wow! A little slice of heaven in little 'ol Elgin, Minnesota! This place is LEGIT! I'm sitting here feeling like I'm chilling in St. Paul. I don't know what I'm more impressed with, the coffee, the vinyl they're spinning, the food or the atmosphere!! I am truly blown away. They have over 14,000 records, a collection spanning 20th century music. This would be a PERFECT first date spot! And the food - the food is homemade and delicious. I ordered a grilled cheese and chili. The grilled cheese is not your average grilled cheese - this one is grown up and sophisticated with tons of flavor. The chili is more mild than wild, which I appreciated. Very delicious and a huge portion, served with shredded cheese and sour cream if that's your jam. And the owners provide such a warm and welcoming environment. Even the bathroom has ambiance - and was super clean! You can feel the love they have for this place! If you haven't checked it out - get in the car or start hoofing it to Jazz Shepherd and you can thank me later. 100% will be back!! And before I forget to mention it - ALL are welcome here! Let's support Cathy and Dan! I need for this place to be around for a long, LONG time!

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1 year ago

Lovely place. Very friendly and welcoming owner. Fantastic music. Tasty coffee. Sweet dog. If I lived nearby I'd be a regular.

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3 years ago

Great food and coffee!!! lovely decor and music, highly recommended for music coffee or game lovers!

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