10/10 recommend this fantastic bakery and coffee shop! Bakery items are a feast for the eyes and…read moremouth...flavorful coffee..outstanding service...friendly neighborhood vibe...spacious, light-filled interior with ample seating...delightful patio with many plantings set back from parking lot. Haven't tried the ice cream yet but plan to return to this shop often!!!

I like that have a variety of baked items available (donuts, cupcakes, scones, cookie) in lots of…read moreflavor options. I got the "by popular demand" donut. It wasn't my favorite texture/consistency for a donut, but the flavor was good. The previous times I've come I got different donuts or items. I think the French cruller I got in the past is my favorite from them. The staff is kind. The space is fun and nice atmosphere, but I wish they cleaned the table in between customers more frequently. There is a big parking lot for this area, but can be hard to find parking on busy days since there's lots of great establishments in the texa-tonka mall area.

Was in search for a perfect cake for my husbands Birthday and I found exactly what I was looking…read morefor. I only had a few days and Kristi the owner was able to accommodate this without an issue. Online payment with Venmo was a snap and pickup without direct contact went smooth. The cake I purchased was the Oreo quarantine cake and had 6 pieces of cake that were generous size as this is a multiple layer cake. The actual cake was super moist and the cookies and cream frosting goes without saying amazing!! Can't wait to try other items from Kristi.

Don't go for the service, it's a self-serve. The food was 3.5, but was served hot and was fresh.read more

I love this bakery! Anytime I'm in excelsior I try to stop in for a pastry or cookie and a cup of…read morecoffee. Their baked goods are fresh, flavorful, and high quality. I recommend trying the Coconut Rocher for a unique blend of flavors! It's incredible. Their croissants are flakey and light weight and the various sandwiches and quiche options make this a great spot to grab a light bite for breakfast or lunch! The bakery is cute and cozy with big windows looking out to the Main Street of excelsior and a few different tables inside. The staff is always kind and quick even during busy periods. Make sure to check them out!

Amazing food, love their sandwiches and baguettes. They are very kind people, never have had a bad…read moreexperience!

Always enjoy my experience at yum! The spacious patio and wide array of healthy menu options make…read morethis a perfect spot to be on a Summer day. We tried the yum! blueberry salad and the cauliflower couscous vegan bowl - delish! The bowl was the favored item but not by much, both were delicious and refreshing.

Update: They do serve latte's and cold brew!…read more The food is always excellent here and they have a lovely outdoor patio. The inside is well lighted with natural light. You order at the counter, take a number and they bring the food to your table. Customer service is average. This time we got the steak salad, a side of homemade chips, and a pastry. The salad was amazing and we loved the chips. My only disappointment is that they don't serve lates or cold brew coffee. For having a brunch cafe vibe you'd think they'd want to do this. Thankfully there is a caribou in the same lot.

This is such a cute cafe. They have a little bit of everything from pastries to breakfast…read moresandwiches. Great coffee options and even a little market and knickknack shop. The staff was welcoming and joked around with us and felt very genuine. Bonus is there is a parking lot and on Saturdays they have addition local vendors. Definitely worth a stop!

Honey & Rye is one of my favorite spots! The monkey bread is a MUST--seriously so good! The coffee…read moreand pastries are always delicious, and I love that they have a dog-friendly patio, too. Such a cute spot to grab coffee and a treat, especially when I can bring Milo along. Definitely one of my go-tos!

Stopped in to YoYo for a pre-theme park donut and coffee! Such a great hidden gem!…read more Plenty of parking available in the strip mall lot! The interior of the space is so whimsical and fun...with turf walls, neon lights, and pink accents...it's the perfect little donut shop decor! Staff are helpful at assisting with choosing the best of the donuts they have in stock! From classic glazed to specialty donuts like Crème Brûlée, YoYo has something for everyone! You can't forget their specialty lattes and seasonal offerings as well! Full service in the best possible way! We will absolutely be returning.

Every time I go, I'm reminded of happiness ! Can't go wrong with their variety pack of raised…read moredonuts, and their coffee is so fresh and strong ! My favorite is their chocolate long John with sprinkles!! Can't go wrong with any of their donuts ! 11/10 on freshness! Super nice staff and the ambiance is sweet-- love the decorations and the vibes of this place ! Will be back !

I stopped by on a Sunday morning, less than five minutes after opening, and there were already a…read morefew people in line, a good sign! One thing I wish was better is the menu placement. It's difficult to see the screen unless you're standing right by the cashier, so I ended up looking at the menu online while waiting to order. I ordered the small oat milk Apple Pie Latte, and it was delicious! It had a subtle apple pie flavor, and the dried apple garnish on top was such a cute touch. I also tried the Honey Granola with yogurt, which made for a light and satisfying breakfast. The café was clean, spacious, and made for a great place to sit down, enjoy my coffee, and get some reading done. The staff was friendly, the service was quick, and the parking lot was convenient and easily accessible. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely stop by again!

After seeing a viral video on tiktok, I knew I had to come find this place!…read more There is plenty of free parking in the lot. This place is actually a decent size but due to its popularity, it felt very crowded! So possibly plan on taking your drink to go. The service here was good and the man who made my drink was nothing short of a sweetheart! I got the raspberry cheesecake latte with oatmilk. This drink was over $11!! Not what I was expecting! Definitely the most expensive coffee I have gotten! Their menu seemed to have lots of unique and tasty coffees and items! I'd love to come back and try more. Despite the cost, the coffee was very tasty! In my opinion, this is one of the best coffee shops in the twin cities!

Tried the thirsty way I love visiting family and it was delicious. Their chai was amazing. Coffee…read morewas great my son absolutely loved the pastries. Definitely recommend if you're in the area or if you're visiting. Service was great fast friendly, helpful when choosing menu items and the ambience was amazing. Nice little indoor receiving area. Plenty of space.

I was in the area so decided to try this place out. Had mixed feelings on the atmosphere as it…read morewasn't exactly welcoming. The store is decent sized so nice to be able to sit and enjoy goods ordered. I ordered a cinnamon roll, Caramel roll, and chai latte. All unfortunately were not memorable and weren't worth the cost.

Went to Breadsmith for the first time and was pleasantly surprised by the large amount of items…read more The breads were all displayed in such an attractive manner and the staff were so friendly! It really appeared they enjoyed their job. They have a loyalty program/app you can sign up for. The interior is very clean and there are some small tables to sit at outside.

They're a little spendy but definitely worth it. Anytime I'm…read morein the area I always stop in.

First, I love the pastries you can buy to-go. This review though is for their cooking class. Be…read moreaware that you will be seated with a group of 6 and you'll have to work with them to decide who does what tasks, since not everyone will get to try making everything. I attended solo but luckily really liked the group I was assigned to. We wanted everyone to work on things they enjoy and allowed everyone to try some parts of the important tasks (making pasta and pastry dough). Your enjoyment might really depend on what your group is like. You can buy wine and beer to drink while you take the class, and those were reasonably priced I thought! $9 for a glass of wine and I think $8 for beer. The class was chaotic since we were making three courses and things needed to be done at different times, but the chaos felt like how it really is in a kitchen making multi course menus, so that didn't bother me! The assistants were great and helped us stay on track and helped if we were struggling with anything. I can't say I learned much from the class (which is why I only gave 4 stars), but I sure had a lot of fun!

Living in the North Loop, Cooks Bellecour was hands-down our most visited spot--and for good…read morereason! This place is a slice of French heaven right in Minneapolis. Their pastries? Pure magic. The chocolate almond croissant is next level--flaky, buttery, and packed with rich, decadent flavor. And don't even get me started on the breakfast sandwiches--they're gourmet-level masterpieces. Every bite is perfection. The vibe & service here is warm and inviting, with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread and pastries filling the air. Whether you're grabbing a coffee, treating yourself to a pastry, or diving into one of their soups or salads, this place nails it every time. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. Cooks Bellecour is an absolute gem!