This is a cozy-looking place near the University of Minnesota where you can get some high-quality…read morematcha (I made mine into Kyo Matcha-style lattes). The Jingshan Yabukita matcha is REALLY good and I will be back for more next time I come to Minneapolis. Since matcha will lose some of its flavor as it oxidizes, they seal up the container after they scoop the powder in--I didn't open the container until a month after I got it and there weren't any off flavors. I can't comment on the sit-down experience since I was just there to buy the small container in the picture, but I liked the dim lighting and calming atmosphere. I also like their gift boxes that have single servings of different teas in tiny packages--it reminds me of a Godiva chocolate box.

This is an absolutely delightful tea experience…read more When you open the door, you come into the display area showing the shop's tea wares - gaiwans, tea cups, tea sets, and tea pots including some lovely Yixing pottery. When you come a little further in, you line up at the counter to order. Staff will let you smell the teas if you're having trouble deciding. After you order, you pick a table. There are tables with a sturdy little kettle built in for folks drinking gongfu style, and a few without for folks who don't need that. It's a lovely, quiet space with a big fish tank. It's worth noting that they want to keep the space quiet and ask people not to bring laptops though it's fine to read quietly on a tablet. Onto the tea. The tea selection here is frankly fantastic. Everything is well-chosen, and I had to remind myself that there isn't going to be a bad choice. I chose a Taiwanese black tea for my first experience here, the sun moon lake, though I will be back to sample their matcha, which they mill in-house. The selection covers white through pu'er and everything in between. I drank gongfu style, so they gave me a little tiny gongfu tray, a gaiwan, and enough tiny cups for everyone at the table. For people who want to try gongfu style but haven't done it before, they are happy to show you. The only downside is that all of their snacks have gluten in them. I'm hoping that this will change going forward, getting GF mochi or even mochi donuts would be perfect. Overall, this is my new favorite spot in the city, and I only wish I'd discovered it sooner. I'm going to be returning to drink my way through the menu.

Unparalleled selection, and knowledgeable owner. Show curiosity and Tony'll geek out. I promise…read moreyou'll be fascinated!

I am blown away by the quality and variety of teas in this shop! Due to it being on a busy street,…read morethe door may be locked (for security). Just knock and you'll be admitted. The proprietor, Tony, hails from Boston so if you're looking for "Minnesota nice" you're now on notice; just engage him in discussing tea and you'll find he's amazingly helpful. I have been a tea drinker for years, but have never delved into fine loose-leaf teas. They always seemed so expensive - but in my naivete I never realized one could brew tea leaves more than once. Nirvana that I discovered "La Societe du The" to begin my journey of tea exploration!

Perfectly lovely little drink-treat spot in Lino Lakes, just off of 35-E. Lots of sweet…read morerefreshments! If you like to slurp decadent, milky tea concoctions with gushy pearls up a thick straw, this place has you covered. As I was trying to choose from their plentiful offerings, a guy was on his way out with an armload of what I learned were the Soha's Tiger Milky which he knowingly and passionately recommended to me. I went with it and was not in the slightest bit disappointed. That's exactly the kind of dessert drink I was hoping for, and the size of it for that price makes it a great deal. I also got a cream cheese danish which had a really satisfactory amount of cream cheese. But there are tons of other things on this menu I want to try. They make their own Dubai chocolate and baklava, and they do açaí bowls, Vietnamese coffee, matcha, and a variety of smoothies and lemonades. Everything is priced much more reasonably than what I see in the cities. The dining area is clean, tidy, uncrowded, and pleasantly decorated for a strip mall space, and the barista was really friendly and helpful. They are available on Uber Eats and Doordash so you can order ahead or send out for them. They are open every day until at least 6pm (7pm on Saturday and Sunday). Tons of reasons for you to try some of their stuff!

My 11-year-old niece loves this place. That's usually a good sign... and it definitely was this…read moretime. She couldn't wait to take her tante (me) and Grammy (my mom) to her fave boba tea place when we were visiting the Twin Cities...and we're so glad she did. It's a cute place in a strip mall, on the border of Hugo and Lino Lakes. There's a huge menu and I was super intrigued with the milk tea options and the matcha, but my niece wanted us all to get slushies-so, of course, I did. I settled on the strawberry kiwi which was good, but sweet. Mom got the watermelon and it was really, really good. There's ample parking. The servers are nice. I look forward to more visits with my niece. She's got great taste!

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.

I ordered an almond iced tea latte and it was delicious. I asked for less sweet and it was perfect…read more This is such a cute tea shop- they have mugs, tea pots, tea plates, and other cute things for sale. I love that they had a reusable glass for iced drinks as most places don't offer this green option.

I love doing high tea as it is something I look forward to as a new type of dining experience…read more A friend suggested this place for tea and we were excited about the new adventure. I saw mixed reviews about the service but I had no issues on my visit. Yes, the wait staff were mostly young but they were nice, hospitable, and attentive. We sat for tea at 1 pm on a Sunday afternoon. The tea room was full. The Cedarhurst blend was ok, the spice blend tea was my favorite. Round 1: White chocolate cranberry scone and with Devonshire cream Round 2: Spinach & artichoke Empanadas with pesto tea sandwiches Round 3: The assorted plate of Mozzarella Tortellini skewers, Hummus and roasted beet crostini, cucumber tea sandwiches and beets were also good. The grand finale: Dessert is my favorite and these treats were yummy. I would pass on the Tiramisu Shooter as it was soggy at the bottom. But the Pumpkin raisin cookie was my fave along with the florentine Chocholate brownie. All in all it was a good experience.

What a blast! We came here for an afternoon high tea and it was so much fun. The place was decked…read moreout with Christmas decorations and looked very festive. The moment we were seated, we were greeted with adorable tea mugs and table setting. The entire atmosphere was very classy. The teas were so aromatic and perfect with all the tiny food treats. Although the portions were small, we were surprisingly full after the 9-course meal. The food were good but my favorite was the white chocolate cranberry scone with Devonshire cream. It was so light and rich at the same time. It was definitely an experience! Make sure to check out Groupon before making a reservation.

Went here in a Sunday afternoon. It's a big, well lit space with several leather sofa groups. The…read moreWorld Cup was on and they had decorations for it. They have a huge menu. You order at the cashier, they give you a buzzer and wait for your order. Only one other table was occupied whdn we arrived before 4 pm but was much fuller when we left at 5pm. We had the : - Honey Milk Kunafa - portion was bigger than expected, it had s good honey flavor but because it was soaked, it washed crunchy - House Blend Crepe - this is a good crepe with strawberries, bananas and a chocolate sauce - Honeycomb cake - the cashier recommended this and we didn't know what to expect- its a cluster of warm rolls with cheese inside and condensed milk poured over the entire slice - definitely a size meant for sharing - Caramelized Banana Latte - very good ratio of coffee to milk, good flavor - Mango Dragonfruit refresher - this was good but likely made from a mix.

We arrived on a late Saturday and every single table was full of local community members playing…read morecards and drinking coffee. We were greeted with pleasant smiles by the cashier and owner and even received a complimentary cake pop for the baby for waiting through the line with patience. We ordered three different types of coffee and everything had a strong delicious flavor and light sweet cream that wasn't too overwhelming. The pound cake with fresh fruit was perfect size and the fruit you could smell before eating. My son ordered the chocolate crepe and had some left over to eat later that evening. We will definitely be returning for coffee next time we are in the cities.

Come take a journey to the vibes of a sweet smelling creperie of Paris right in the heart of Saint…read morePaul. I stopped in here on a beautiful fall Sunday right before a walk; I will be back. The crepes were perfect and delicious. They have a variety of options from sweet to savory [I tend to like savory more]. The staff were really friendly and accomodating to our diet restraints. I love the ambiance of the cafe; as someone who has been to Paris it gave the appeal that I was there again. The prices are pretty fair especially compared to some other creperie options in town. Parking however can be a challenge; that part of Selby ave is limited for parking due to so much in that area. It would however be a perfect idea to either walk, bike or even catch uber/lyft and venture to some the neat shops in the area.

I love it here. The owners and staff are friendly and attentive. The ambiance is clean,…read morecomfortable, and bolstered by lovely French and jazz music. The savory crepes are light but filling with some traditional offerings and some less, like L'Italien (pizza crépe). The sweets choices are varied and scrumptious. And one of their most unique offerings is the croffle -- a sweet waffle made with crépe batter. Light texture, subtle flavor, and some straightforward toppings and other combinations that are show-stopping.

Overall a cozy neighborhood coffee spot. I went at 830 am on a Friday and had to wait a few minutes…read moreto order and a few minutes for coffee. The two ladies working were very social with everyone in the shop. Overall this shop is small with only a few tables inside and not a ton of extra space. They do have outside seating when the weather accommodates that. They have fresh pastries and many coffee options. Food 4/5: I got the cheddar and bacon savory roll. The dough tasted really fresh and overall this could have benefited from being warmed up. I also got a cold brew with sugar free vanilla. The cold brew was more bitter than others I've had, but well balanced by the syrup I added. Overall a friendly solid place for coffee and pastries if you're in this part of town!

This place is great! They parther with a number of local bakeries and have delicious pastries…read more Their coffee is great too- I got the cold press coconut brew and it was perfect for a summer day. In addition to quality products, the service is very friendly and it is a welcoming spot for all people. I look forward to coming back soon.