Had a great experience with the patient staff and a lovely honey coffee. I liked the various…read moreoptions for seating as well. It was comfortable and well suited to enjoying a drink and catching up with friends. When I'm back in the area I would definitely stop by again.

I always get a cortado every new place I go. It gives me a chance to see how well they make a shot…read moreof espresso.... They under extracted the shot a little. It was on the bitter side, but not horrible. I believe they are serving a Brazil bean and it should have a pronounced nutty/chocolate flavor at this level of roast. If the clicked those grinders down 2 notches it would probably be a much better cup. It's an industrial sort of setting, the staff was neither friendly nor rude. Just very average. The potential is there for it to be a great coffee spot!

Beautiful space inside! It's large with tons of searing. They have an extensive menu as well, with…read morelots of options from coffee to smoothies. I went with an iced pumpkin latte, which was perfectly sweet and a great pumpkin flavor. Service was quick and my drink was ready soon after ordering.

The space was very nicely designed and well lit. The parking was the trickiest to figure out, but…read morethere is parking spaces on the back as well as street parking across the street. Walking in, it was very warmly designed and had plenty of space and seating options from solo or group settings. There's some outlet options around as needed as well. The menu was around the top front counter with baked goods for viewing. I wanted to try their signature drink Arise. The staff was welcoming and assisted promptly and explained to me that it was like a latte with cinnamon swirl syrup which sounded great to me. It's definitely a nice spot to stop by if you're in the area!

This is a wonderful breakfast spot with wonderful food and very friendly staff. We are very lucky…read moreto have this spot in Bloomington. I can't wait to go again.

Really disappointed with our experience at Westside Perk this morning. The muffin was still frozen…read morewhen I received it, to the point that the blueberries were literally crunchy. The matchas we ordered were also unfortunately terrible. They tasted more like cooking-grade matcha than the quality matcha I'd expect from a coffee shop. Just a super bummer, especially when you take the time to get what you'd expect to be a good snack and drink.

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.

Came to Nomadic Café for a quick "let me get my life together" study session... and ended up…read morestaying longer than planned. That's usually how you know a spot did its job. First things first--the vibe is chef's kiss if you're into cozy, low-key, intentional spaces. It's quaint without trying too hard, and it doesn't have that loud, chaotic coffee shop energy. I was actually able to focus, which says a lot. Now what really sets this place apart? It's tucked inside Zawadi Center, and that matters. This isn't just a grab-your-drink-and-go type of café. You're surrounded by culture, community, and a space that feels like it means something. Between the event space, the restaurant, and the overall energy, it feels layered... like you accidentally found a hidden gem that locals want to keep to themselves. The refresher? Solid. Did what it needed to do. No complaints there. If I had to give a little Yelp Elite honesty: seating can be a bit limited depending on timing, and if you're someone who needs complete silence, this might not be your spot when it gets busier. It's more "focused but alive" than "library quiet." Overall, this is the kind of place you come to reset, get a little inspired, and maybe romanticize your life for a couple hours. Will I be back? Absolutely.

I haven't stumbled across many African coffee shops so I was excited to visit this place. My…read morehusband got the caramel macchiato and I got their chai. The chai was delightfully complex with notes of cardamom and other spices. Not too expensive for the sizes of the drinks. They have kiosks to order outside or you can go inside the cafe to order. There's lots of seating area with music playing in the background. I do wish there were more savory options for pastries though.

I'm so sad this storefront is closing but hope to continue to support them by buying beans in store…read moreas they focus on their roastery. They had THE BEST scones I've ever had and I have lots of scones haha. I am pretty heartbroken about this. It's a major loss. The always for such fun seasonal items and drinks and the staff was always so friendly. They had a decent amount of seating inside and a few tables outside. They sell some local goods as well which is always so fun. You will be missed!!!!

I've tried a LOT of beans from different local roasters and Edina Coffee Roasters has the BEST…read morebeans by a long shot. I love their heirloom and ember blends. They're constantly rotating seasonal latte flavors, and I haven't had a single drink that I haven't enjoyed. They make their pastries in house and many of them are gluten-free and so delicious! You can buy their beans in store, online, and in some local grocery stores such as Lunds and Byerlys. There are tables inside their cafe that are great for working or catching up with friends. I had a private event where Edina Coffee Roasters came with their coffee cart and served drinks. Leading up to the event, Zach was so friendly and helpful. We were able to have custom signature lattes in addition to standard espresso-based drinks and chai lattes for our event. During the event, drinks were made quickly and Zach was super kind and friendly to all of my guests. I'd definitely recommend them for any event! I also attended an espresso making workshop and it was so fun and approachable! It was the perfect balance of information about technique and beans, and hands on learning. I learned how to measure and tamp coffee grounds, pull a shot, steam milk, and do latte art. The workshop was led by the owners, Zach and Sara, who were so kind and clearly passionate about what they do!

Stopped in for a coffee on my way out of a doctor appointment, and was really pleased with my…read moreexperience. I was greeted right away, and both of the baristas were super friendly. I ordered a cold brew with oat milk, and they filled it all the way to the top. Yummy, roasted flavor, and quick service. Plenty of seating in the area with lots of windows, if you feel like staying, but I took mine to go. They also have ice cream and really delicious looking baked goods.

Excellent coffee and food spot with beautiful views of Centennial Lakes area! Lemon Muffin most…read morewelcome after fasting overnight for annual checkup and it was really good. Counter service fast and efficient. I'll be back!

It's funny how poor customer service completely changes your attitude towards a business you used…read moreto enjoy. I used to live in the area and when the small coffee shop opened I was so exited to have that in our community and was happy to support them - even if some coffee beverages were top dollar. I was in the area today, and decided to stop in since I no longer live in the area and wanted to enjoy a good brew. Unfortunately, the experience I had left me leaving with a bitter taste in my mouth - and it wasn't from the coffee. I thought it goes without saying, but when a customer greets you, you should greet them back, not just stare. It would be even better if your staff would greet each customer first - make them feel welcome. Maybe I'm a millennial channeling boomer energy, but for years I'm noticing the customer service disappearing from a lot of businesses. I love that connection, but I'm understanding that some people see only a paycheck and skid by with minimal customer service and that is the new way. I don't plan to visit this establishment again. I wish the barista with star tattoos would have put in enough customer service energy that she did with her impeccable makeup.

First time in this location and it was amazing! Coffee has the same quality as the other Backstory…read morelocations. This one is a little tucked in the back of Bloomington. But it's the perfect spot to study. Not super busy, and lots of seating outside and inside. I'll definitely be back here!

We've been here several times when visiting our son and his wife. The number of choices is…read moreunbelievable. Everything is delicious - both the food and beverages. Always busy but always great service. Wish we had something like this much closer.

The Buzz is a great place to stop by for waffles and more!…read more I first discovered this cafe through a vegan friend - The Buzz has a secondary vegan waffle menu that is full of tasty options, and not limited like many breakfast places are! I have been back numerous times to try their vast menu of waffle choices and coffee. The small cafe is always bustling with visitors on the weekend - if you are looking to dine in, arrive early or be prepared to wait for a seat. I highly recommend for anyone to check out! I have never been disappointed by the quality of food and service. They even have punch cards for frequent visitors!

We frequent this place as it has SO MUCH space for working. We could spend hours here! The coffee…read moreis great and they have a lot of different options, I usually go for something iced & my husband, loved the hot lattes. Parking is terrible in the front when it's busy, but they do have a parking garage if needed. It's accessable as well if you need it. Staff is friendly and there's usually never a line either! Would reccomend!

Very adorable and spacious spot for studying or enjoying some quiet reading time. I'll definitely…read morereturn more frequently. The coffee and baked goods were also quite tasty.