I just love this little coffee shop! I've only been able to stop in during events before, so…read morestopping in on my own recently was a treat. The shop itself is super cute. I love the tiles and the chairs. The coffee is delightful. If you get a hot coffee, they will put a little design in the foam on the top. On this particular trip, I got two iced drinks, a Motion Granted (coconut) and brought home the Fearless Lawtte (spicy) for hubs. I also couldn't help but to pick up a bottle of Vichy Catalan water to bring home as well. The mercadito has such lovely items. Definitely make a stop in to this adorable coffee shop.

For a private event, I finally got to visit this legal-themed coffee shop owned and operated by a…read morelatine lawyer couple -- both of whom were foreign trained lawyers that also graduated from MHSL. They have a law office above the coffee shop and offer their clients a complimentary drink upon arrival. The drinks are cleverly named after legal terms and most importantly they're delicious! They're constantly rotating drink specials and the shop has treats imported from Honduras and other Latin American countries. The service and ambiance reflects warm, hospitable latine culture and though they've only been open for about four years to date, it exudes a more established feeling that is a testament to the brand they've built!

My situationship kept saying "everything is really good"…read more We had the cold press and maple syrup latte! Very yum. Love the vibes, visiting Saint Paul for MN Yacht Club!

I love Nina's coffee. I'm not often in Saint Paul, but when I am I always come here. This is a…read moregreat coworking space (however, it's often very busy). The inside is so cool and really gives a historic look into Saint Paul. Everywhere you can find a bustling amount of people having conversations and enjoying coffee. The staff here are wonderful often giving compliments to people coming in and saying hello to the regulars. This is a wonderful neighborhood and a wonderful coffee shop! Now, for the coffee. I love their coffee - whether it's a latte or a Matcha or iced or hot it's always amazing!! (I would gladly drive the 40 minutes out here to have their coffee). Thank you Nina's for continuing to be open under construction and always providing stellar service & coffee!!

Service was great. I went with my grandma, who can be slow and get confused, and the staff was very…read moresweet and helpful. Pros: Truly well made espresso. Very tasty muffins. Great service. Enough open seating for a Saturday morning. Cons: Parking was difficult. The chairs in the shop are uncomfortable small stools. Limited selection of pastries/ food. I also got a banana latte and a plain latte, and could not taste a difference between the two. They both tasted like plain (but very well made) lattes. But if you like a sweet flavored latte, this may not be the best place.

Workhorse is my favorite spot to work from "home"! Their coffee menu is VERY diverse, with a…read moreselection of classic standards to fun custom drinks. I had the soy milk chai latte and it was great! I also appreciate their selection of La Croix's for when I'm not in the mood for a caffeinated beverage. Parking for this spot is street only, but it is conveniently located on the Metro Green Line as well.

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.

Stopped by Cafe Astoria in St. Paul and had a pumpkin spice latte and a chocolate croissant. Both…read morewere excellent. The latte had great flavor without being overly sweet, and the croissant was fresh, flaky, and full of chocolate. The atmosphere was one of my favorite parts.Its a cool, laid back, scene and a great place to relax for a while. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu. Highly recommend if you're looking for a good coffee spot in St. Paul.

great atmosphere ~ great community vibe ~…read more (love the "dog friendly aspect too) "good coffee... and hot!"

Stopped by Yellowbird to meet up with some friends and had a decent experience…read more The prices felt really high, around $10 for a small latte with one flavor, and it didn't quite live up to that. It didn't have much espresso, so it ended up tasting more like flavored milk. They do offer a nice variety of milk options at no extra charge, which is a plus. but still the drinks are very expensive for what you get. There's some seating inside and parking behind the building, which makes it convenient. The shop was cute but on the smaller side also the tables weren't very clean when we were there. The staff wasn't overly friendly and didn't make it feel especially welcoming.

Their icecream is so good! This place has several pros and a few cons. Pros: they serve high…read morequality products. The add ins are bountiful. There are so many flavor choices that there is guaranteed to be something for everyone. Cons: the menu is slightly confusing. No sundaes (I don't believe?) and how to order and how many mix ins are not very clear unless you ask the question. They need a "how to" board for placing an order or a better description of what things are. Mix ins are charged by item after the first one (although not marked as such). Service is spotty and orders are not filled in the order they are received. Half our party was done before the other half of the group of 6 was served. Seating is limited and dirty. Price is ok....a little on the high side. Overall, I would return but not sure if it would be often. Just glad to have this as an option in the neighborhood.

I finally made it! I've been trying a few times this year and they were closed. I tried looking…read moreonline, but there were no verified hours or telephone number to call. I took a photo of the hours so they are clear. I tried the butterscotch sprinkler for my first time. I'm a huge ice cream lover and have had my fair share of ice cream. I honestly thought the soft serve was pretty bland and the same was true for the butterscotch drizzle. I thought maybe my allergies were to blame, but my partner tried it and agreed that it was very bland. I'm willing to try something different in the future to see if it was one off. I think their prices are pretty fair compared to other locations.

A gem!! Located across the street from Hamline University, Ginkgo offers great coffee drinks,…read moresandwiches, breakfast items, baked goods, and a welcoming environment. Best part? Open until 8 pm many evenings!! As a night owl, I appreciate any coffee shop that has extended hours past a typical shop. The service is always hands on and staff members are quick to move lines along and take orders right away. Having a presence at both CHS Field and the MN State Fair, I am all about supporting this local Saint Paul shop. Inside the shop, there are always unique gifts to purchase such as cards, jewelry, painting, t-shirts, etc. I always advocate for shopping small especially for holidays and birthdays. When I stopped in on Wednesday evening, to my surprise, there was an open mic music night and I enjoyed listening to all the artists. I recommend checking the website to keep up with with all the happening. Lastly, there is a nice parking lot around the backside of the building along with a cute patio for the warmer months. Enjoy!!

I had no idea such a neat place was on Snelling!…read more I really like that they have their own parking, and space feels nice and cozy. The cashier was very kind and answered all my questions. I had the root beer float and a breakfast burrito with turkey sausage. I know that sounds weird, but the heart wants what the heart wants. - I enjoyed the root beer float, but I would have liked a bit more ice cream. It was decent for the price. - I did find the burrito a bit bland. The salsa helped, but I think hot sauce would have really kicked it up a notch. Overall, I would come back and maybe try some more of the menu.

homey warm vibes from this cute little cafe…read more YUMd: - solar latte w. oatmilk. smooth & subtlety nutty. service, etc.: the barista was friendly and quick. decent amount of seating for small cafe, luckily i was able to get a spot near an outlet. there was only 1 big strip and 1 other outlet that i saw.

Luminary is a cool, chill coffee shop! I went on a Saturday early afternoon. I'll be honest I…read morecircled the area twice for parking and almost gave up. Parking in this area is pretty tough. I ended up finding a spot a few blocks down into the neighborhood. When I walked in I heard Beyoncé playing and turns out it was a whole playlist of Beyoncé which I loved. The staff were super nice and friendly. They had a specials menu which I love I seen that they had a "Taurus" drink, so I will have to circle back to see if they do a Gemini drink as it's the best sign! I ended up ordering 2 teas from the special menu- The Black Dog & Kiss of Venus. Both tea's were good and refreshing, especially with it being a warmer day. I like that they were flavorful and not overly sweet. They had the patio open which looked nice, there's a bit of seating inside as well. I was told that the neighboring businesses are women owned and that I should check them out. I love when small businesses support other small businesses.