We really enjoyed this cafe/Eritrean(?) restaurant. The injera was delicious, and the veggie combo…read moreplate is huge and deliciously flavored. The other fare also is great; if you're feeling something more simple but filling, the egg and avocado bowl will get you sorted.

Such a great place, small but efficient and delicious. We stopped for a late lunch and service was…read moreexcellent. We enjoyed the lentil dish ades miser, with injira and a spicy chicken dish. We look forward to trying more from the menu.

I have a love / anxiety relationship with how different coffee can be at different establishments…read more That being said, I get a hankering for different coffees from different places. This is one on my love it list. The atmosphere and charm of @spyhousecoffee in St.Paul is simplistic and classic. Their other locations include: Whittier Uptown Northeast Northloop Downtown/Emery Rochester My go to item here is: Iced Caramella with Oat Milk Their pastries are lovely as well. They pair especially well if you want slow down to really enjoy your beverage, be off the phones and just take in the coziness/hustle of a coffee shop. For more awesome food spots check out the account mallorymademetryitmn on Instagram!

I feel like this is a popular local coffee shop chain that I should have tried sooner. It's nice;…read morequite lively. Not at all quiet. More of a hang-out-with-friends coffee shop than a hunker-down-with-your-laptop spot. There was dance music playing on the speakers and lots of chatter. Not a bad thing at all, that's just the vibe here. I got an iced coffee from their specials menu and it hit the spot. I'd get it again except that I don't quite remember its deal. I also got a danish that was fine, but sometimes I feel like this type of coffee shop has a pastry case just to give you the bare minimum to eat while you're drinking what you're really there for. They have a cute patio that feels like someone's back yard, but a lot more seating is available inside. I'm glad I finally tried a Spyhouse and I'll likely return.

Mini-review because I just stopped in for a quick coffee to go -IMHO but Roots continues to have…read morethe highest quality coffee in MacGroveland - and there's a lot of coffee shops in our neighborhood. They roast their own beans to perfection. Efficient, kind service. But I want to give their New Orleans iced coffee a special shout out. Cold brew, hickory, simple syrup and a splash of milk. So freaking good! They made my morning.

Stopped in this morning and I'm so glad I did! There was free street parking available, which made…read morevisiting super convenient. The line wasn't too long when I arrived, so I didn't have to wait long to place my order or receive my drink. I ordered the rose water latte with oat milk, and it was absolutely delicious! beautifully made, subtly sweet, and perfectly balanced. I also tried the almond croissant, which was incredibly flaky on the outside and soft and buttery in the middle. The customer service was friendly, the space was clean and welcoming, and overall it was such a good experience. I'll definitely be stopping in more often!

Nice local, neighborhood ice cream and coffee shop. Easy on street parking, good service, and a few…read moresidewalk tables made this the place to hang on a lovely Saturday afternoon. The timing didn't work for me to try ice cream, so I opted for an iced latte. The coffee had a nice flavor. It looked like they had a freezer of homemade ice cream pints for purchase. I wish I would have asked to maybe take some ice cream home to eat later. I thought about getting a shake to go but there was a sign that said their shake machine was out of order. Liked the vibe. It was clearly a popular spot with folks driving up or walking to get a cool treat. Lots of families. Good stop.

This is a very cozy location. It's right next to the Nook, which made it an easy walk over…read more Service was quick and friendly. I enjoyed my ice cream and portion to price ratio was good!

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

Good bubble tea, I got the Oreo flavor in the least sweet option with taro pudding. Glad it was…read moreoption to reduce sugar in this type of smoothie drink because in other places, that's not the case. The ice in the drink wasn't blended very well. I'd like to come back to try some other flavors, because I think the Oreo snow wasn't the best representation of their drink choices

AMAZING THIS DRINK…read moreIS EVERYTHING! You need to try it out. The soft serve gelato paired with the chai?! They also have a matcha, coffee, and earl gray option! It's so heavenly, and the last few sips are so creamy. The interior itself is very tiny and cramped, so it's more of a grab and go drink. The baristas were all so sweet, and made for a great overall experience:)

After stopping for breakfast somewhat nearby, we were looking for a new place to try for a coffee…read more Crema was nearby and I had heard good things, so decided to stop by to get our caffeine fix for the day. The shop is a little small, but there is a parking lot next door and street parking available. They also serve ice cream along with coffee. The day we went, they had a cherry flat white on special, which I got and was absolutely perfect. Hubs got an iced latte, per usual. Staff were incredibly friendly and service was fast, especially considering how many people were in the shop.

Cupboard is located within the lobby of a hotel in Bloomington, MN. I was excited to try a new…read morecoffee spot and chose Cupboard as my Saturday place to try. The parking was a little confusing and I chose to park in a ramp close to the hotel. There were not many other customers at the time of ordering and I chose the matcha. My drink was very tasty and fairly priced. In addition, the service was very friendly and timely. We chose to enjoy our drinks on a nearby walking trail.

Service was quick and our barista was very kind. It was in a hotel which I was surprised by. I got…read morea vanilla latte, it wasn't my favorite latte but it was fine. There was some seating and a parking ramp.