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    Roots Roasting

    4.8 (46 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Small latte.
    Alex X.

    There's crazy road construction a block down but I've made the drive here twice now. Great lattes. First time, I got the small latte and it was delicious. Second time, I ordered the large latte and that's usually where other coffee shops error with an unbalanced, uneven cup. I'm not sure if the ratio is thrown off but large lattes are almost always too diluted(??). Is that a thing? But worry not...small and large sizes are the same quality here at Roots. I bought a bag of beans too; excellent for home pour overs.

    Chocolate Croissant
    Matt W.

    This place is fab! Plenty of street parking where they are located on a corner lot. The inside gives this small but intimate feel while maintaining good space. I tried the "Something Fun" which featured cinnamon and caramel and was sooooo good. Also had a chocolate croissant that was perfectly prepared and full of flavor. Great spot, definitely recommend!

    Anne C.

    My go to neighborhood coffee shop. Coffee is always fresh and delicious. Excellent pastries. My favorite is the kouign-amann which was a surprise find in such a small shop and baked to perfection. The bakery section is small and often sells out so get here early! There is also a small selection of coffee and coffee making gadgets on sale. Free street parking easily available.

    Around the corner from Snelling.
    John S.

    Another great indie coffee place out of the main view from Snelling on St Clair. They have their own roasters, the baristas warm and friendly. The place is busy and quiet with softer background music. There was limited seating so I grabbed the last stool by the large windows. There were only cookies available by early afternoon and I didn't see any other food options.

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    Andrea K.

    A trendy little neighborhood coffee spot! The coffee is very high quality. The staff are amazing and always super friendly. Though you can't bring your dogs inside, they do have treats for your furry pals. They usually have some baked treats as well. They now offer a re-usable mug service which is super awesome! My only complaint is that their lattes are usually barely warm - you'll never burn your lips, but you'll end up with a room temp latte.

    vanilla oat milk latte ($5)
    Chassidie L.

    #14 in my TWIN CITIES COFFEE SHOP SERIES One of the best vanilla oat milk latte's I have ever had ($5). First off, it is already a plus when coffee shops do not charge extra for milk substitutes. Lactose and vegan people should be able to enjoy their coffee without having to pay extra! Second, their vanilla syrup is homemade w/ real vanilla beans. It makes the latte extremely tasty and sweet. You know it's good because you can actually see the vanilla bean flakes in the coffee! They also have all the traditional coffee shop drinks (cappuccinos, matcha lattes, espressos, etc). For the vibes, they were pretty simple. A few tables around and a bar table w/ stools by the window. A great spot to get some work done but not outrageously aesthetic compared to other coffee shops. But that latte really sold me!! Thank you for making a mean vanilla bean syrup.

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    Jade W.

    Roots Roasting is still quite great! There's a lot of street parking available just around the corner of the block. I ordered the "something fun" latte, which changes often. It was really good! I also tried their featured ice tea, and enjoyed it after I added sugar. The service is amazing! Although, the drinks are a little slow to be made. However, this matches the laid back vibe of the shop and I wasn't in a rush at all. Once again, I was awed by the sustainability commitment. It's a big part of why I choose to support this business. I appreciated all the compost bins, the compostable straws, the use of in-house mugs, and the to-go cup return station (optional). Last time I noted the radio was a bit loud and mostly a talk show, which was distracting. This time was much different. The radio was possibly playing music at a low volume. It was a great study environment! Mask are requested and provided. I noticed employees wearing masks and about half of the customers wore masks.

    Katherine C.

    Big fan of this coffeeshop. The drinks are good and the baristas are friendly and have good vibes. They don't have a ton of tables but the space is will lit with natural light with good access to outlets. Mostly quiet so it's a good place to get work done. Street parking is also pretty easy to find around the area

    Eva G.

    Just nah!! $7 for a small iced macha tea full of ice could taste macha was low quality. If you are going to be more expensive than Starbucks at least offer better value.

    Lock up your bike.....or your toddler.
    Kelle K.

    I adore Roots Roasting baristas. (I also really really like their coffee.) they are all So cool. So friendly. So stylish. So the kind of folks I want to be best friends with! Through my first Minnesota winter, under the confines of COVID-19, The Roots crew were my life line. Sometimes these lovely people were my only non familiar contact for days. Thank you for being a friend, then, now and into the future.

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    Sam S.

    Perfection as always! Even at 5:45pm and a half caff.. chefs kiss. Ambiance is.. always where the cook kids are but they are weirdly accepting cool kids.

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    Boy do these people know how to make a cup of coffee! I love the atmosphere, very friendly staff, excellent coffee.

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    4.3(121 reviews)
    0.5 miHighland
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    I discovered J&S Bean Factory during the summer of 2025 when I was looking for some fresh beans for…read moremy home brewed coffee. J&S did not disappoint. They have a huge variety of beans, and they will grind them for you if you like. The shop is small, and it has that awesome coffee aroma inside and out, but their coffee is plenty expensive. Also, be warned that if you're the type of person who likes to enjoy their coffee without politics, you might be somewhat put off by the Liberal-forward vibe of this shop, what with some of the coffees being named after Liberal politicians, ie "Obama Blend" or as others have mentioned here a coffee named after Bernie Sanders. The staff at the shop were always polite enough to me, and I never experienced name calling as another reviewer did, but then I don't wear my politics on my sleeve or confront others about theirs. After all, I only went there to buy coffee, not change the world or anyone's philosophical, political, or religious views. Recently, (January 2026), I drove the 15 some-odd miles to their shop only to find they had closed that day to attend protests in a "No Work, No School, No Shopping" strike due to law enforcement activity in the cities. I enjoy supporting local small businesses, but the "Politics First, Customer Last" business model doesn't work for me. Besides, I feel like they must be doing pretty well financially if they can just close up shop unannounced without so much as a notification on their website or phone answering message to warn customers who might actually be driving a fair distance, burning real gasoline which costs real money, to buy their stuff. I liked their coffee, but it just isn't worth the expense or inconvenience to me anymore, so I go elsewhere.

    Always nice to stop by this neighborhood coffee shops. Amazing coffee roasted by them. Friendly…read morestaffs and patrons. Great ambiance with local artworks

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    4.4(182 reviews)
    5.8 miDowntown Minneapolis
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    Was staying at the hotel and was so lucky to have Spyhouse downstairs as I was able to get freshly…read moremade coffee every single morning. I am not usually a coffee drinker, but this place has great lattes. So smooth and not too sweet, which I love! I wish they had a medium-sized drink as their small is too small, and the larger one is a bit too big. I've always gotten the bigger size and ended up finishing it throughout the day!! My favorites - chai latte, spygirl (lavender/honey latte), solid gold (turmeric latte). Still have a few others that I want to try while I am still in MN. Definitely going to miss this spot when I go back home!

    This is a unique Spyhouse location as it's in the lobby of a beautiful hotel that is in an old bank…read morebuilding. The lobby itself is very stylish, with big dark bookshelves, large plants, big fireplace, cozy and comfortable seating, tables, a pool table, etc. When we visited it was decorated for Christmas and that alone was worth the visit! The coffee was delicious and service good. My husband and I both ordered the seasonal "Shakespeare's Fool" which was delicious in decaf and regular. The latte art on top was a plus! The only downside or thing to know is that this location will not accept Spyhouse giftcards because it is part of the hotel. I came wanting to use one, so this was a bummer but I understand and the barista was very apologetic. As a side note about the business, it's impossible to check your giftcard balance online. So while I'd like to use my giftcard, I'm unsure if I will realistically be able to soon!

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    4.4(293 reviews)
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    This is hands down the best cold brew in Minnesota. They do nitro really well, but the rotating…read moreseasonal cold brews are next level. The whipped honey cold brew is my absolute favorite. That big dollop of whipped honey on top is unreal. The space itself is great for getting work done. Lots of natural light, big open windows, and different seating options that makes it feel really inviting. It can get pretty busy during peak times, so finding a seat can be a little tricky but they have a shared table system where you can grab a card if you're open to sitting with others. It's such a fun, community-focused touch and a great way to meet people or just make space when it's crowded. The staff is super kind and welcoming, which makes it even better. They also do a great job with their seasonal drinks and pastries.

    If you are looking for a great iced coffee, look no further!…read more This place is located in a bustling area of St. Paul! It's street parking but it is free. Walking in, there are lots of wood accents, stools, booths and PLENTY of plug ins if you want to come here and study/get work done! The service was disappointing to be honest. This place had the vibes to have such a fun crew working and instead we barely even got 2 words for the person who rang us up. The person who made our drinks also had zero interaction. Such a missed opportunity! This is why I removed a star. The coffee: This is one of my new favorite coffees I have ever had! I got an iced whipped honey latte and it was DELICIOUS! The coffee wasn't overly bitter, had good flavor and the whipped honey was definitely a unique treat! Overall, I really did enjoy my time at this coffee shop! It definitely can get busy but don't let that deter you from getting a delicious coffee from these guys! Oh and yes, they do have some snack/lunch/bakery items here to if you get hungry!!

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