I'm so happy that we've finally got a locally-run coffee shop for the neighborhood! Karol Coffee just celebrated their one-year anniversary this spring, and they've established themselves so well. Their staff are so kind and welcoming, and their drinks high-quality with fresh beans. My parents say they're so spoiled on Karol's excellent drip coffee, they can no longer drink Starbucks and Caribou brews. I'm a latte-lover and love to see what their specials are. Current fav is the Girl Scout caramel delight-inspired. They get very creative with their flavors, such as their Garden Cookie Latte made with a rosemary sea salt and mocha syrup. This shop is also very kid-friendly, with a play area inside and outside. Fun Fact: Named after Karol Józef Wojtyła, better known as Pope John Paul II. Parking: free street parking, just know it's across the street from a school, so drive slow! read more

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This is a review specifically for the truck that comes to the NE Farmers Market. I love their coffee! The workers are always super welcoming and nice as well. The seasonal flavors are fun and unique, and they have a great depth of flavor. Pricing is fair for the ingredients and cool flavoring. Definitely need to check out their physical store one day! read more

Are you KIDDING me with how perfect this coffee shop is. They have a very nice selection of coffee drinks and a pretty typical display case of baked goods. Actually, the latter they seem pretty proud of because when I came in this weekend the very friendly barista had pretty strong opinions about what coffee would go well with what baked good. I wound up with an awesome hot vanilla salted caramel latte and a nice chocolate croissant. But what really stays with me is how lively and enjoyable the environment is. Lots of families from the surrounding residential neighborhood, which is right on the Northern edge of St Paul, as well as people on their own making progress with their laptop activities. They have a lot of ourdoor seating, including a fenced in area which I assume is meant for dogs. There's a separate kids area with toys, and if you go further back there is a gift shop with very cute artisan items. This is a very happy place that I hope you will try! read more

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Updated to say: I come here for the fenced in outdoor area for my toddler. I am never OVERLY blown away by my drinks anymore (besides their birthday limited edition drink which should be a regular menu item) and I can't justify paying nearly $9 for an iced vanilla oat latte unless it's my birthday or a special occasion. My husband just paid nearly $8 for an iced mint tea this week (which was very good, I must say) but for a cup of half ice and half tea...I might as well get the comparable tea at Starbucks and save a few bucks. If they didn't have an outdoor area I wouldn't come back anymore. read more

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The staff was really friendly. The place was SO busy and there really wasn't much seating available. This might have been because the weather wasn't great so outside seating wasn't really an option. The scone was delicious and so was the coffee. Probably wouldn't get the cherry cola cold brew again as the syrup flavor was too strong and fake tasting. Overall would highly recommend this place, very kid friendly too! read more

Karol Coffee - Cherry cola cold brew, iced latte, cinnamon roll, and maple oat scone - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I stopped by Karol Coffee this past week & what a treat!! It truly feels like a neighborhood staple, tucked into such an unexpected spot, i thought it was a house. It's right by my work, so I decided to give it a try, and I'm so glad I did! When you walk in, there are people gathered at tables both inside and out, and the space actually extends much farther back than you'd expect... even into a little hidden area or annex in the back. I ordered from their spring menu and got the pistachio rose latte with oat milk, along with a breakfast sandwich they customized for me without meat. Everything was delicious, and the vibes are immaculate! I'm already excited to go back on a sunny day to sit at the picnic tables or head into the quieter annex type rooms to get some work done. Such an interesting coffee shop--I can't wait to tell more people about it! read more

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What a cute cafe in the cutest Como Park neighborhood! I was surprised how busy they were on a Monday late morning but I can see why after trying their locally roasted coffee. They had fun drinks and I was very pleased with my Vanilla Bean Caramel Latte. It's made with goat milk and vanilla bean caramel sauce. Service was fast and friendly and there was plenty of neighborhood street parking available. The front patio was also very cute! read more

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The perfect blend - literally. Karol Coffee has been the most fabulous addition to the Como area and each part of the building is designed with such charm and character. I attended the Valentine's Day event and had previously stopped in prior to the shop being completely done and I was shocked with the transformation. Entering from the back of the building, you will be transported into a small antique area with drip coffee and a quieter area good for reading, sipping drinks or browsing the items. I scored a bronze candle holder and some lovely incense. Other items include baby clothes, Slow Burn beeswax candles, trinkets, picture frames, pottery and more. There is a long connecting hallway which wraps to the front shop where there is a comfy area for children and a big green couch. There's a few small tables, nice bathrooms and a giant barista bar. It is very important to note that the front room is not big so being aware in the colder months as opposed to the warmer months the when the exterior patio can be used for more space is nice to forecast accordingly. The service is top notch. Even on an event day, staff members were slinging coffee and pastries with a smile. Many of the pastries including the ham and cheese croissants are baked locally from La Boulangerie Marguerite. I gifted some gluten free espresso donuts to friends and those were lovely as well. For my drink, I had the Valentine's one day only menu item of the chocolate covered strawberry latte. I was pleased to see that when ordering to sit down, the drinks are prepared in a pottery mug - another bonus! I took my drink to the back section as it was much quieter and less busy and was able to snag a table and read my book. I look forward to many more visits to try other menu items and I can't wait to see how the legacy progresses forward for Karol Coffee. Thank you, thank you!! Como was missing a shop like this. I'm so glad you are here. Note: the Valentine's Day pop up was orchestrated perfectly. I really enjoyed it! read more

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Now that I have been back I must say their iced americano is one of the best I have ever had. I also appreciate jar they have a lot of outdoor seating. read more

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I think this place is a bit of a hidden gem!! It is absolutely beautiful inside, their holiday decorations were simple but rustic, the perfect vibe!! The drinks are really great, and they have some unique options for specials!! There was lots of space (I sat and read for a while). The staff was so so kind too!! read more

Karol Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Such a cozy and charming coffee shop! The barista recommended a drink for me that wasn't too sweet. The seasonal pistachio rose latte (half sweet) with oat milk was delicious. I will be back to Karol Coffee! read more

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Karol coffee has it all: amazing food, great coffee, lovely outdoor space, and is completely kid friendly! I went here with my friends and their family, and there was something for everyone. It was so lovely to have a space where the kids could play so the adults could catch up. Service was excellent despite being super busy that morning. Would definitely recommend checking it out! read more

Karol Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Karol coffee seems like the place to go for mom meetups and with kids. There's a cute fenced in patio and playground in the back that was full in the morning. There's also picnic tables outside the area in shade or sun! The coffee was delicious and I loved the brown sugar cardamom syrup in my latte. The baristas were nice and there was a few food options as well. Karol is an adorable community spot! read more

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This newer coffee shop hits everything you could want in a coffee shop. Big fan. -bright windows -specialty drinks -delicious espresso -homeade baked goods -food -friendly staff -wifi -workspace -ample street parking - cute space inside The honey lavender latte was so good. Will definitely be coming back to try the food and other goodies! read more

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Good coffee, decent space, nice staff, can get busy. Came here on a Friday at 9am and snagged a table. They were pretty full for the duration I was there. Nice accessible outlets. Lots of kids when I was there, Not a quiet place but I didn't mind. Got a latte with the blackberry syrup and it was delicious. read more

Karol Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Brewed coffee: Two roasts, light and medium. One size fits all. 12 oz. Pastries mostly sold out before noon, leaving two lonely cookies. Quiet vibe and most tables filled. Street parking available but you may have to walk a few blocks. Employees smiling and friendly and seem genuinely appreciative for your business. Now, the brew. Very fresh and robust for a light roast. I can see why they don't have a dark roast. Not complaining, the roast was great with the after taste I crave. read more

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What a lovely cafe! I heard about this cafe recently and decided to check it out today to get some work done. The cafe itself has a very homey, rustic vibe. There's a variety of drink options on the menu -- they recently released their fall menu so I decided to get their PSL. Not too sweet and overall a solid cup of coffee! The cafe has residential street parking nearby and some outdoor seating. They also have wifi and a few restrooms. read more

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Super adorable new-ish place that opened in 2024. The owners are incredibly sweet! This place has a decent amount of seating options with a back room in addition to the front room and a couple couches. They have fun drink options and the breakfast sandwich we had was phenomenal! Add this to your list of adorable local coffee shops! read more

I stopped here randomly as I've been trying to find more local coffee places to try out that I haven't been to. Karol's coffee was great place to check out. This place would be the perfect summer stop with the area they have in front of the shop with picnic tables. The area inside is perfect for working, dates, catching up with friends. It was definitely busy in there when I popped in there so that's always great to see! I had the ice caramel latte and let me tell you. The caramel they have and I'm guessing make in-house has cinnamon in it. I've never seen that anywhere before and it definitely made for a unique but delicious taste with my latte. Baristas were very nice! They have some baked goods and some breakfast sandwiches as well if you are hungry. Definitely recommend stopping in for your next coffee. read more

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This is such a great cozy, neighborhood coffee shop. There is plenty of seating and they have some tasty eats on the menu. I only just discovered this place a few months ago and I have been several times now. read more

Karol Coffee - LOVE this sausage, egg (huge), and cheese sandwich! - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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We had a friend that sent us some Karol coffee and said you have to try this. Boy are we glad. Our experience... Karol Coffee is academic in precision yet soulful in expression -- an elegant showcase of what top-tier beans can achieve. It's a coffee that demands attention, rewarding each pour with a layered, memorable experience. If you're chasing a cup that walks the line between vibrancy and depth, this one's a stand‑out. We'll be needing more soon. read more

Friendly service and I really enjoyed my drink and pastry. I appreciate that their menu has options that you can't find at chain coffee shops. I got the iced orange mocha off their winter menu. The place was packed, so I was glad I was able to snag a table. Will definitely be going back! read more

I really enjoy the Naz Reid spicy mocha and I normally am not a fan of flavored coffee so I highly recommend. It has a nice outdoor space with things to do for little kids and toddler which I appreciate highly. I would be a regular if I lived anywhere near here. read more

This coffee shop is such a vibe! You must try the Raspberry Beret! It's espresso and kombucha, not sure how or why but it's incredible! There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, a great place to take kids and the unique coffee creations cannot be beat. It's a heck yes for sure! read more

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Karol just recently opened, and they're doing it all right. Roasting their own beans, which are fantastic. Amazing ambience in their cafe. Friendly people. Great-looking pastries (I haven't tried them yet). But this is a great new local shop that you need to check out. read more

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I had a breakfast sandwich that was small, pricey and sort of a Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwich that they warmed up. The ham and cheese croissant was ok but the ham was like ground ham. The service was fine except for the worker who was holding a baby in a diaper behind the counter. Ambiance: very nicely built out but too many little kids. It was not quiet. read more

Got the pistachio rose latte with a ham and cheese croissant and they were delightful. Ambiance is very nice and cozy, got pretty busy when I was there but I was still able to do some work :) read more

I have had several GREAT experiences at Karol Coffee! I would specifically like to name that Alana and Lucy provided me with excellent guest service and made an exception for me. The food and coffee are delicious and the vibe is very low-key and chill. If I could add more stars to this review, I would. :) read more

I was excited to finally see that Karol Coffee had opened. We have been there three times and all three times we left because there was no room to sit inside and it was either raining or too cold to sit on the picnic tables outside. The coffee shop is very small and it looks like it has become the local "work space" for many people. Today when we walked in there were 8 people with their computers open taking up 8 tables. While I understand that people like to be out of their homes while they work, it has created a shop that no longer offers space for people to just be able to go with a friend to enjoy a cup of coffee. We ended up going to Mim's nearby on Cleveland which is locally owned and has an enormous amount of space for people. we are sad that Karol's doesn't work for us.... read more