What a wonderful bookstore! This is the kind of place you can spend hours in, as they have so many books and crannies filled with engaging books, card, stickers, and other miscellany. The mini donut latte I had was superb. Not too sweet, and a great (and inspired) blend of flavors. The pumpkin hummus panini was also superb! Again, inspired combo of flavors. Served with a generous amount of fresh greens tossed with a little high-quality Parmesan, and drizzled with an excellent balsamic vinaigrette. Tables are both inside and outside, and it was clear this is a favorite hang-out for writers as well as a great community gathering spot. Five stars, no notes! read more

Fun coffee shop that doubles as a bookstore! I tried the violet cream latte, which the barista recommended iced. It had a nice, subtle favor. I'm glad I tried it, but I probably wouldn't get that flavor again. The café space itself is cozy with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating (plus free street parking). Conveniently located in adorable downtown Hopkins! read more

Cream & Amber - Lilac latte with oatmilk - Cafes Near Me - Hopkins, Minnesota

Such a cute and cozy cafe/book store. I personally would've never known it was there but my wife, who is a book nerd said we needed to stop!! It was the perfect setup, my wife and son looked at books while I had a beer. Love they are accepting of everyone and really try to support the community! Ps: they even have a community board right inside the door to help out. read more

Cream & Amber - Caramel brown ale - Cafes Near Me - Hopkins, Minnesota

This was a fun bookstore stop on my Indie Bookstore Passport tour. I wish I lived closer, because the vibe was very chill. What a cool concept to incorporate beers/coffee/bookstore. In the back of the shop there was comfortable chairs / sofa for checking out a book before purchasing. I really love it when a bookstore does this. The book selection was decent, and included new releases and books that were interesting. There were also some gift shop type items for sale. There were people camped out at the bar or tabletops, and they looked to be working or studying. As a result, it felt like you had to be "library quiet" and couldn't have a conversation while having your beer/coffee. Introverts would really love this spot! read more

Cream & Amber - Seating area - Cafes Near Me - Hopkins, Minnesota

What a cute space. The book store has fun items and the space is bright and cozy. There is a large table that works well for a group of 6 for crafts, games, etc. The pumpkin chili was delicious. I enjoyed the americano with homemade almond syrup. Plentiful street parking. They also have beer, kombucha, sandwiches, and a salad. read more

Cute coffee shop and bookstore right on Mainstreet Hopkins. The coffee was very good, I had a peppermint mocha. The staff was kind and friendly and the overall ambiance very welcoming. read more

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This is a cool coffee (they also have beer on tap) shop. It's been on my list to check out for a while now. They have a book shop that sells a good selection of books and other novelties. They have a bit of seating in the main area but more seating in the back and a private room as well. I will say it was extremely quiet when we went in and it felt like even having small convo while looking at products was being too loud but they do have a patio as well so we ended up sitting out there to chat. We ended up ordering white chocolate matcha lattes. It wasn't my fav ML but decent enough. I'd probably order something different next time. The atmosphere generally feels chill & inclusive of all individuals. Parking was pretty easy on the street. Seems like they host events certain days, would be cool to check those out. read more

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Such a cute place to grab a drink and peruse fun books! It's a well curated bookstore that serves nummy cold brew with a friendly smile. Highly recommend! read more

What can I say...I have been coming to Cream & Amber since they opened and they have the best scones in the Twin Cities. Not only that, but they take great care in mixing it up and making a great variety of creative ones, like Lemon Lavender, Honey Cinnamon, etc. My very favorite is the Cherry Chocolate Chip - which is very rare, but I also enjoy the Chocolate Chip. They are super kind when I call them in the mornings to ask what kind they are making for the day. They are also very supportive of trans kids, and so am I. Thank you team Cream & Amber and keep up the great work!!! read more

Cream & Amber - The bag which contained a Chocolate Chip scone that they saved for me one day along with my new Title - Cafes Near Me - Hopkins, Minnesota

I went to Cream & Amber for a fun murder mystery party! For $55, we got 2 mystery books chosen from themes we could pick, candy bags, a drink ticket, and a fun murder mystery activity! It was a fun event and I loved our individually wrapped books. The place itself is smaller so it was hard to walk around with so many people but the staff are so kind and welcoming. They serve coffee and drinks in the bookstore. It's super cute inside, but you'll need to find street parking! They have places to sit inside once you get your drinks with some cozy benches. read more

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Loved everything about this coffee shop. The baristas were nice, the atmosphere is cozy, there's plenty of indoor and outdoor tables, and the book store part has a great selection of YA books. The seasonal brown sugar and cardamom latte was delicious, and oat milk doesn't have an extra charge! The egg breakfast sandwich was also amazing. read more

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Delicious coffee, fun ciders, booktok level books, and trivia on Friday nights! Honestly this is one of my favorite places to hang out in Hopkins! The pastries and pretzels are my favorite snacks to munch on while playing Friday night trivia on the patio. I've enjoyed browsing the books inside, especially any recommended by the staff! Would love to go for one of their book or author events next time! read more

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SO CUTE. I am so happy I stumbled upon this little gem! A very queer, very trans affirming coffee/book shop (gender neutral language for the staff, please!). I got the maple vanilla latte with oat milk (iced) and it was delicious- creamy, smooth, yummy, chilled, so so good. My partner got a refreshing iced jasmine green tea. I think they have 90% of the books on my "want to read" list and I seriously almost walked away with several. Had to go with a cute queer bookmark instead, since we're just visiting (and I didn't leave enough book room in my luggage!) We will most definitely be back if we're back in MN soon! read more

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What a fantastic find! The service was impeccable. Great coffee. Fun to browse the book selection. Very cozy place.

Cute, cozy shop that offers hot beverages as well as books and other small trinkets for sale. The back room is all tables and it was hopping on a Wed mid-morning. They also had room with some larger tables. While it was a chilly fall day, I thought I also saw a patio for outdoor seating but all were staying inside to keep warm. I ordered a chamomile tea. It was served with loose leaf tea. Quite tasty. I met a colleague here and the tables were full so we sat at the bar which was still a good place to connect. Loved perusing the books. Saw one recommended that I just read and loved, The Wedding People. The staff was helpful. On street parking. Fun area being on main street Hopkins. read more

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Wonderful sweet store. Great staff. Wonderful coffee too! It's a fun store to go in and just browse around! read more

Fantastic coffee. One of the best lattes I've had in a long time. The texture and flavor were GREAT. Service was friendly and quick. Thank you! read more

This is an incredible bookstore in coffee shop! We ordered the breakfast sandwich and the chickpea salad and both were perfect. It's definitely a spot that is welcoming and affirming to all intersections of people. I highly recommend stopping by for their Matcha latte or a late lunch read more

Delicious coffee. Quaint coffee shop. Perfect vibes. Add books... this place is my dream. I got the salted butterscotch latte and it will live in my dreams. I bought the coolest shirt. This place will live in a top shop spot for me. I will visit anytime I am near. Love this spot!!!!! read more

This place was not on my radar. They are Very PC. So if you're not into that, skip this place. My lady friend and I went together. She got a Chai latte and said it was quite good. I got an iced coffee and it was also quite good. read more

A very pleasant coffee shop and bookstore. Great vibe, good coffee and snacks and a small but very well curated collection of books. I always find something I wasn't expecting. When I need to order a book I prefer to do it through a local store and they handle this for me well. read more

I loved my visit today! I found Cream & Amber by searching "coffee" over Hopkins on Google Maps. I was wary of getting coffee here because the reviews on Google didn't have much but figured I could go down the street if nothing stood out, but still wanted to go to see the book selection and support local. (Spoiler alert, the coffee was lovely!) We parked across the street (free street parking and plenty of it on a Sunday morning) and crossed the street to come in. The facade is nice and welcoming, and the outdoors seating area makes me want to come back on a warmer day. I was a little overwhelmed when I first walked in because of how much stuff there is in the store! I wasn't sure what to expect. There are tons of books, games, trinkets, stickers, pins -- I think there's so much more than what I saw just because I was scanning trying to take everything in. I'm not sure if they normally have queer focused books & merch or if it was just for pride month, but I loved it. I have been thinking about picking up Heartstopper for a while and saw 2 copies sitting out of the first edition, so I nabbed one. It's sold out in big box stores! The stickers and merch messages range from cute to funny to inclusivity messaging. The "Please be nice to me" made me laugh. I'd definitely come back to browse the products some more. Two more things I liked about the products: the range of pricing and the range in genres. They carry sci-fi, romance, graphic novels, you name it, and they also have price points for everyone. I could have walked out with a $3 used book, which I love. We ordered a maple cinnamon iced latte with oat milk, a cold brew, a scone, and a breakfast sandwich (sausage egg & cheese). The sandwich took the longest but it was so good! Panini pressed and melted cheese came to us within five minutes. The maple cinnamon flavoring is enough to get me back in the door, that was so tasty. The cold brew was bitter, fruity, and strong, which we also loved. The scone was moist (I know, sorry for using The Word) and delicious, the texture was lovely. With my graphic novel purchase, the two drinks, scone, sandwich, and a 20% tip, we walked out for $40 total. By the register, there's a shelf for pickups. I asked what it was for and the barista explained so kindly that Cream & Ale has a subscription service where you can get monthly puzzles for pickup or delivery and ALSO books & coffee beans for pickup or delivery. For the books and beans, you tell them what you like and they choose for you -- if you'd rather have something else you can come in and swap. How cool?! There's also a community journal where you can share what you're reading and get recommendations from others. So sweet. We didn't stay to enjoy the ambiance of the cozy spot but I've already set up two coffee dates to come back, which is something I don't often do!! I'd also love to come back for Friday trivia. Cream & Ale is a place where I felt at home and welcomed immediately, and feel excited to return. UPDATE Happy to report that C&A is one of my favorite coffee places to visit and I love supporting them!! read more

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Cream and Amber is a great neighborhood coffee shop and local ales. When I was back in town, a friend suggested we meet there for coffee and was glad we did. The Cold Brew was great as was the banana bread. My breakfast mate went. With the peace coffee. The community room was a great spot to catch up, enjoy the Java, and a quick bite to eat. On my next trip to MN, it will be my go-to! read more

I had one of the best chai tea lattes at Cream and Amber. It was a beautiful morning to meet my sister for a delightful tea and coffee. read more

Cream & Amber - Cafes Near Me - Hopkins, Minnesota

Love this place! The combination of the book store with the coffee, alcohol, and food to order is awesome. They always have a great selection of books and a small area to eat/drink while reading whatever you find. Ive never been disappointed from a book I've purchased here! read more

Cream & Amber is a staple spot for me and the owners -- best friends running a community bookstore/cafe -- are essentially living out my dream/fantasy. Food/Drinks: -Rose Cardamom Latte: This might be one of my new favorite coffee beverages PERIOD. It was so good! The rose is definitely present and carries the drink until the end when the cardamom takes over. I think this is a seasonal drink and I'm already mourning when it's taken off the menu. -Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies: These are delicious, especially if you happen to catch them as they're coming out of the oven! -Lavender Bread: I love lavender and this bread doesn't disappoint! -Great local beers and ciders on tap. -Lots of salads, sandwiches, etc. Parking: I never have an issue parking. There is street parking out front and a small lot out back. Renting/Reserving Space: There are desks and offices that you can rent upstairs, otherwise you can reserve the community room ($25 per hour) or a large free table. All in all? This is a lovely community spot with really wonderful staff, food, books, and more! I can't recommend it enough. read more

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So cute and very nice atmosphere. Perfect place for a solo date! The turkey panini was delicious.

I went for lunch this afternoon. I can't comment on the food because I wasn't able to order. I sat at the counter for over five minutes while the two staff members ignored me and did some busy work. Zero Stars. Don't recommend and I will never return. This is the rudest place I've been to. I don't know what they're running but it's not a cafe. read more

Coffee is decent, food is good. Skip the rice krispy bar. The place is also a beautiful gift shop and bookstore. It's my wife's dream. I was able to work here and the staff is super friendly. read more

Cream & Amber - A book they sell - Cafes Near Me - Hopkins, Minnesota

Delicious coffee and all kinds of food options, AND an incredible variety of books to purchase. The staff is always friendly and the music is always cozy. A great spot to plop down and get some work done. They've got a little back area that's cute, but I'm a fan of the bar top! They have a seasonal menu that currently includes a pumpkin brown sugar latte that is a true delight. read more

Sadly disappointed. The book shop coffee shop is such a cute idea! But the prices were what you'd see in Minneapolis/St. Paul, and the quality quite low. I got the pumpkin chai latte (it was a seasonal offering) and it was not only cold but what I'm pretty sure was just canned pumpkin was sitting at the bottom (unmixed). We got two breakfast sandwiches - the outside looked toasted, but they were stone cold, filled with unmelted cheese. I've been told my experience is somewhat singular, so I'm willing to give it another try in the future. Hopefully second time will be better! read more

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Consistently great food, great coffee and chai tea and lovely ambiance. Our new fav gem for weekend breakfast sandwiches. Pick up a book while at it! read more

Really cute spot a few blocks down from most of the restaurants on main street Hopkins - a fun spot to book/gift shop or meet someone for a coffee or beer. I was under the assumption it was a secondhand bookstore- that was not the case! However, there are tonnnsssss of popular new releases and great picks on the many shelves. Honestly, it was a much bigger selection than I expected! Each section was organized by category with bookmarks marking top staff picks and blurbs on the shelves with comments from the staff. It was honestly serving a bit of Patina vibes with the emphasis on gifts at the front and in one particular room: lots of local items and gift-worthy trinkets or gadgets. There is a space at the back with a handful of seating options, then some bar space at the cafe and a random-ish couch in the gift room. Overall, I'd say the vibe leaned more towards bookstore and less towards cafe. I didn't grab anything to drink while I stopped in, but will next time! read more

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This place is so cute! Great coffee and the atmosphere is really quaint and cozy. Would definitely recommend.

Loveeeee Cream & Amber! The cutest local coffee/wine & beer shop with breakfast pastries and dishes. What's even cooler? It also doubles as a book shop with tons of great titles and frequent sales. Adorable spot and worth the visit! read more

Absolutely loved this place! So cute inside with the bookstore and all of the staff were so nice, I left with a smile on my face. My iced miel was also one of the best I've ever had, I even ordered a second one to-go. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Super cute place! The breakfast sandwich and lemonade I got were both delicious, and the whole place had good vibes. Great atmosphere

Uneven. I've visited a dozen times. The space isn't bad, the books are a nice touch. It tries to be many things. It's not quite great at the coffee or food. The drink menu changes so I don't feel comfortable suggesting anything specific, and the items ranged from okay to good. Nothing great. The seating area is pleasant. The patio isn't bad in-season. Street parking is never a problem. The service is uneven and undertrained. One time I walked in and was promptly ignored because a customer walked up after to get a refill. Gee, thanks. I don't know what it will take for an honest-to-goodness good coffee shop to open on the west side other than the FRGMNT way down in Eden Prairie. The best thing might be Grocer's Table in Wayzata and it really isn't great. The Jones Coffee in Ridgedale has a bad location and has dropped a bit because of it. What would it take for something like a Cafe Ceres, Dogwood, Five Watt, Spyhouse, Backstory, etc. Could be a one-off, could be part of a local chain. Why must the coffee options be mediocre chains and places that feel 10 years out-of-touch? This whole region is a desert for quality coffee. Downtown Hopkins would seemingly be a great area for one. I *wanted* to like this place. The wait continues. read more

We decided to give this place a try on a Sunday in the early afternoon. At first when we walked in there didn't appear to be much for seating... We realized you just have to walk to the back after you order and there are two decent sized rooms with several tables! If you say you are staying for coffee they give you a number and your order will be delivered to your table (which is great because the pickup area isn't very large). I had the butterscotch coffee and it was delicious, 10/10! My companion ordered the Cranberry tea, it was amazing as well, 10/10. The only less than favorable part of this place in the bathrooms are awkwardly in the middle of the building and the tables were sticky (not the best for the game we brought to play). I'd recommend this place if you are in the are looking for a spot with enough space and good coffee! Also, note, it was busy on Sunday, but there was still plenty of room for 2-4 people at two available tables. read more

Cream & Amber - Coffee! - Cafes Near Me - Hopkins, Minnesota

Straight-up: I love this place. Books, beer, coffee, food - what could be better? I've met friends here, I've worked here, and I've simply stopped in to browse the shelves. Every time I'm reminded how much I love this place. Staff are friendly, wifi has always worked well, and seats/booths are comfy. Their book selection is pretty top-notch as well. Staff recommendations have come in handy when looking for a new book! My Top Three Choices Are: *Iced mocha: This is hands-down my all-time favorite iced mocha. You can really taste the chocolate, and the big glass straw allows me to slurp this delicious beverage down way too quickly. So good! *Oatmeal chocolate chip cookie: One time, I had the special privilege of eating these straight out of the oven. That was a game changer. This cookie is soooo good - not too sugary at all. *Any other baked good: You really can't go wrong with their pastries or breads! Cream and Amber enjoys incorporating unique flavors into their foods, and I definitely applaud them for it. Note: Parking has never been an issue! Additionally, make sure to go in the summer, their patio is awesome. read more

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