Had an hour between appointments and the receptionist recommended the Astoria Cafe for excellent…read morecoffee - boy was she right! The young man at the counter offered me an extensive menu of regular coffees, espresso drinks and specialty drinks, all of which could be made hot or cold. They also have a variety of milk selections. Unfortunately, they were out of skim milk today, but he offered to tweak the amount when I told him that the main reason I usually had skim milk was to enhance the coffee flavor(and their coffee really tasted good). Additionally, he offered to make my drink in my personal cup which was great since I hate to use plastic whenever I can. This location is only a half block from United Hospital and all its various buildings and there is no good coffee within that entire complex. It's definitely worth getting a breath of fresh air and taking a block and a half stroll to have a great cup of Joe! By the way, although I tried hard not to look, their pastry case looked scrumptious, filled with homemade pies by the slice and other goodies. Since they are so close to the hospital it's really nice that they also have a lovely display of fresh cut flowers. Next time I'm down here I'm going to stop in for a meal. If the food is as good as the coffee I think I'll become a regular.

This is such a fun cafe - but be warned, it fills up fast and parking can get kinda nuts around…read morethis part of West 7th. I didn't pick up right away that you take a menu and seat yourself, which can feel a little chaotic at first, but once we sat down, we were able to settle in. My husband got the blueberry French toast and I ordered the Athena breakfast wrap. It was pretty good, but I definitely want to go back to try their crepes and treats from the baked goods case!

I love the Dripping Root, and I am lucky to live close to it. I have loved every juice I have…read moregotten there, but Sunshine might be my favorite. I will also try any ginger shots they have; I just love ginger. And the smoothie bowls are incredible. I always try a different one and have not been disappointed. The shop is super cute and clean. It has an inviting atmosphere with lots of color and plants. And it is a local, family-run business, so even better. They also do events and specials for holidays, like today! We went because they had their Valentine's Day menu available. I got a matcha chia seed pudding, a banana matcha drink, a pink ginger shot, and the double date smoothie bowl. I think they are all my new favorites. The chia seed pudding had a great matcha flavor and wasn't too sweet. The banana matcha drink is tasty with cacao and rose, definitely a treat! The smoothie bowl was amazing. It had a cherry smoothie base with strawberries, raspberries, bananas, chocolate, and coconut. It might be my new favorite. I really hope they add it to their menu. I would highly recommend this spot for a fresh, fruit-forward meal or drink. It is clear that the owner takes a lot of pride in their work, and you can see their mom working as well. They are so sweet and quick, and want you to have a good time. Stop by anytime, but especially during their special menus!

Came here based on guidance from my cousin and the staff were so nice! I wasn't feeling my best but…read morethe cashier was so cheery and nice! It got my day to a great start! I got 3 juices and price was reasonable. The inside is definitely Instagram worthy and they have juice and bowls. I will say after having one juice it definitely made me feel better! The juice I got were: Sunshine, Citrus Immunity and Sweetest Drip!

I'm not sure if I reviewed Honour Coffee after my first visit, but I have to now -- because wow…read more The first time I stopped in, I tried their cold brew with homemade lavender simple syrup, and it was amazing. Smooth, refreshing, and just the right touch of floral. That alone was enough to impress me, but what really got me back in the door? The chocolate chip cookie I didn't grab the first time around. You guys! Let me say this with all the excitement I can put into words: this is the best chocolate chip cookie I've ever had. Seriously. Thick, with crispy edges and a soft, gooey center -- every bite was perfect. I'm still thinking about it. I also picked up a cheddar frittata to take home, and the staff gave me simple instructions on how to reheat it -- it turned out great. Shoutout to Annette, who was so friendly and made my morning visit even better. I left with a huge smile thanks to the great customer service. I even got to meet the owners on my first visit, and they were just as warm and welcoming. Honour Coffee is the kind of place you want to keep all to yourself, but it's too good not to share. I'll keep recommending it to friends and coming back to enjoy their thoughtful menu, cozy vibe, and amazing people. This place is truly something special.

Ordered a build your own acai bowl and it was amazing! Fresh fruits and a mix of honey, peanut…read morebutter, and almond butter. Service was excellent and food came out quick. They have wifi and a good playlist, so it's a great study spot! Free parking:)

Food delicious- Seoul Bowl Service incredible…read more Ambiance- too loud. Crew was chopping food prep LOUDLY. Knife banging. Loud echo chamber. Hard to hear clerk upon payment.

I visited Crisp & Green on a Sunday afternoon. I had never been but was looking forward to having…read moresomething healthy and fresh. Upon entry I was met with a bright open space. Unfortunately things went downhill after that. We stood around with no one behind the counter offering a greeting or taking our order. I finally asked "how do we order?" And was told oh please wait. I ordered a chicken pesto parm salad, the chicken was cut to large and I wasn't given the proper rice instead a mix of old brown rice and quinoa, I was also didn't get much lettuce in my salad... imagine that! I can't say I was impressed with the customer service at Crisp & Green or the overall quality of what I ordered.

I had a great experience here! I was in the area and needed to do a few hours of work, so stopped…read morein for a drink and a seat. SEATING I love the variety in seating here! Several 2-4 person tables, a couch area near the fireplace, a handful of barstools looking out the window, and a communal table. They even have a few fun swing chairs! AMBIANCE I'd say this is a pretty buzzy spot - at least it was when I came in. The folks meeting and chatting outnumbered the folks working remote/solo, but with headphones on it wasn't too loud. DRINKS I got a hot chai, and it was good! Only downside is I ordered for here and they served in compostable cup - I prefer when ceramic / reusable mugs are given for in-store drinkers. FOOD I didn't order food, but saw several people getting lunch here and looked good. AMENITIES There's a bathroom attached within the building, and a water station. The outlets are a bit more sparse since not all tables are against the walls.

This place was so cute! I absolutely loved the vibe and would have hung out longer if I didn't have…read moresomewhere I needed to be. I got a latte and the avocado toast. Both were delicious, but a little expensive in my opinion. Overall, a good experience!

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!!

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.

I stopped by to try their new Watermelon Sunshine Bowl and it was yummy! The workers were helpful…read moreand pretty quick to make it. I like that there's a free public parking lot next to it. It's small so it can get full pretty fast if it's busy. There is street parking as well.

I love me some Jamba, I really do. If I travel somewhere and there is a Jamba in town, guarantee…read moreone of my meals will be there. This location never let me down. Fresh, friendly, efficient and fast, out the door I go. The staff have been routinely friendly, professional and amazing. Not living around here anymore but if I am back in town, you know it... I will be back.

Had heard positive things about this spot and seen some buzz on social media, so we stopped in on a…read moreSaturday morning! The space itself is cute, and there's seating for small and medium-sized groups! Exposed brick and bright colors invite you in to this tropical bowl, smoothie, and coffee shop. The service was not great...we waited 45 minutes for two cortados, a smoothie, and a bagel. There was one small group in front of us, and they waited like 25 minutes for their products as well. The food and coffee were only okay...the bagel, cream cheese, and salmon was an extremely small serving for the price, the Blue Colada smoothie came out a bit gray in color which wasn't super appetizing, and the coffee was fairly standard. I was also disappointed that they didn't have dairy milk options for their smoothies...I'm not a soy or oat milk fan...and they definitely had dairy milk for the coffee, so why not allow that sub for the smoothie? Likely won't be returning, but I guess it's an okay spot if you are interested in a smoothie and have some time to chill! The Acai bowls did look solid!

This was close to an event I was attending. I was looking for coffee shop/lite bite. The space is…read morenice and open with a few options for seating. The menu is decent size and offerings. They had smoothies, bowls, drinks and more. Everything was a bit pricier. Even the add on flavors were a bit more than other coffee shops & they weren't made in house from what I could see. I ordered an iced caramel latte, it was good. I was the only one there at the time so my drink came out right away. It's a super cute shop and I'd definitely come back to try a bowl or smoothie when I want a bit more as they look good!