Very clean and modern ambiance. Has a play area for kids and plenty of seating options. Lots of fun…read moreseasonal drink options along with their own secret menu options. The Barista was super friendly in sharing some of the popular and favorite drinks. Already planning coffee/play dates with friends here.

Note: not to be confused with Ember Coffee Co. in Big Lake…read more That said... excellent coffee here. This place is actually kind of awesome. If I describe the environment as being half of the lobby of a new suburban apartment complex, that doesn't do justice to how pleasant it is. Homey, quiet, clean, intentionally designed. When the apartment people give tours to prospective tenants, my confident assumption is that they DEFINITELY show off this area and it probably convinces people to move to this building. The baristas are serious coffee nerds, rightly proud of their single-origin sourcing from farms in Honduras, Costa Rica, and Colombia. My iced vanilla latte tasted great; the mild sweetness from their house-made vanilla was perfect. My friend got a pourover that he loved; he stayed there for about an hour doing some work and was impressed by how long that container stayed warm. If you're arriving by car, there is street parking around the building, but there is also the option of going into the building's garage. They confirmed to me that the ground-level parking spaces are available to customers during their open hours. Also, this is right across the street from the Helmo Ave. station on the new Gold Line. If you're taking that route before 4pm, consider hopping off for one of their impressive coffees!

So cheap and so good…read more I ordered the milk tea with boba, which I think was only $3 bucks. Such a good deal. Some bubble tea places charge soooo much these days. The price was spot on and the flavor was really good. It reminds me more of a Hong Kong milk tea which I really like. It is one of the better milk teas I have had in Minnesota. I do not go to the Hmong Village much. But I would say it is worth it to come back for this milk tea. The boba/tapioca pearls were really soft and fresh. I am not sure if you can adjust the sweetness, I didn't ask. The only thing I would say was that the milk tea was a bit too sweet for me. But, nonetheless delicious. If I can adjust the sweetness it would be perfect.

My friend took me out to Hmong Village to check out some craft supply vendors. We decided to grab a…read moredrink and some snacks. My friend told me that Blueberry had a really good drink called Strawberry Summer. We got that and my other friend ordered Brown sugar boba. The drinks were fairly priced (cash only), and good. They were a bit busy the day we went but the line went quick and drinks came out reasonably fast. Didn't have much interaction with the staff but they seemed cool.

Oh I KNOW you're going to like this place. It is a great coffee shop with nice coffee drinks and…read moresome hot breakfast food. PLUS, it is a very nice record store! Great selection; I spotted a couple of records that I don't find often. And they have cassette tapes! I am very much of the cassette tape generation and I can confirm that those janky little rectangles don't have the same nostalgia appeal as big, pretty disks, but it's cool that they are offered! If you are just interested in checking out a record store I think you'll be satisfied here. But I like coffee shops and I loved my coffee and my breakfast sandwich. I got the Caramel Creme Brulee latte which was delicious. They even singe the top like a real creme brulee! It sounds like it will be too sweet but it isn't; great flavor balance with the coffee flavor not being overtaken. They sell a variety of beans as well. There is a nice sidewalk patio area, and it's a comfortable, chill hangout spot in this lively urban neighborhood. I like it very much here!

Do you like a great cup of coffee, latte, espresso? Or maybe a fantastic breakfast sandwich? All…read morewhile you are surrounded by a nice little record shop? If you like one, two, or all of these things this is the perfect place for you. Do not hesitate to go to this fantastic spot. Also, the staff could not be more helpful or nice. I will be back to Caydence many, many times!

SUPER cute coffee shop with a very impressive menu of breakfast fare. I got a breakfast called…read more"Hashbrown Bake Platter" whose name undersells itself; the potato part was a delicious, savory cake with hash browns, cheese, bacon, and sausage in an ideal ratio. It also came with perfectly done scrambled eggs and toast. I got a unique latte as well; I asked the barista for her favorite and wound up with a raspberry & dark chocolate latte that had a surprising shock of bitterness. It was great. You will probably really like the ambience. It appears to have been built out of a lovely Victorian home in Dayton's Bluff, and there is plenty of upstairs seating including cute tables on the landings. There is also a very green patio. Friendly service tops it all off nicely. Their only not-open day is Tuesday, so bear that in mind. There is neighborhood street parking which you may have to hunt around a bit for. I really think you'll enjoy hanging out here!

I've been wanting to get here for years after hearing about the cinnamon rolls. I was finally in…read morethe area at the right time (after Art in the Hollow which was also amazing!) I managed to snag the LAST cinnamon roll! I am taking the fact it was the last in to account. It wasn't the freshest - and an outside corner piece - so it was a bit dry and hard. However, it turns out the roll is just an easy way to get the frosting in your face. Omg. Delicious, buttery amazing frosting. (Which they did frost at the time of purchase). The place is small but they have an upstairs as well as a nice garden patios.

I was out exploring and found the Exquisite Cake Bakery. The decorated cakes were beautiful. I…read morewanted to buy one but I had no occasion to buy one for so I opted for a chocolate donut and apple turnover. Can't want to eat them for my breakfast. Staff was friendly and helpful. The store was clean and welcoming. The pastries were help-yourself with rules around using the bread tongs and trays to keep things sanitary. Great stop.

I tried Exquisite Cake Bakery for the first time by ordering a Too Good to Go full cake mystery bag…read morefor $9.99. We got a Caramel Tres Leches cake and it was the most delicious tres leches cake I have ever eaten. I never knew this bakery existed as it looks very unbecoming from the outside. It's in a strip mall on White Bear Ave. Once I stepped inside I was welcomed by the staff and the delicious smells of all the baked goods.

A small but mighty coffee shop on the west side of Saint Paul. The menu is nice with a little bit…read morefor everyone. I tried the Lemon Bar Latte and it was AMAZINGLY good! It was smooth and not overly sweet. I also tried the French Toast Breakfast Sandwich and it was quite good. Total was a little over $$22 for the two items and a 20% tip. Free street parking available. They are also doing great things for the community and that is worth so much more than great coffee and breakfast sandwiches.

Totally forgot how close I live to this spot! Backstory Coffee was the perfect little stop before…read moreheading to the MN Yacht Club Music Festival with my bestie. We rolled in a little before 1:00 PM and had no trouble finding easy street parking (huge win!). The vibe inside? Mixed. While the space was cute, relaxed and inviting, the service was... not so much. The guy at the front counter barely looked up from his screen, and let's just say, enthusiasm wasn't on the menu. Definitely not the warm welcome we hoped for and very unfortunate. BUT--shoutout to my bestie for treating us to a coffee date, because the drinks were solid. I had the piña colada cold brew, which was super sweet at first, but after a quick stir, it hit just right. My bestie went with the strawberries & cream cold brew and a matcha lemonade. Both were surprisingly good, but the matcha lemonade really stood out to me; so refreshing and unique. All in all, Backstory was a convenient and tasty pre-concert stop. If the service matched the drinks, this would've easily been a 5-star visit.

AWESOME coffee shop! My first visit has me completely enamored. Your first impression will probably…read morebe how immaculately clean and beautiful it is, with the striking decor and modern design. I had a fantastic Mexican Mocha that's probably the best mocha I've had in months (and I have a borderline-embarrassing amount of mochas). They do have some proper savory offerings including a slate of empanadas that I'm eager to try. This time I just got a simple ham and cheese croissant, but it was perfect and I would definitely get that again. Exceptionally friendly service, very comfortable, I just love it. NOTE: in the summer of 2026 there is a lot of construction on East 7th, but you can park in the lot across the street.

I was out exploring and found Cafeto. It was beautiful in the shop. I loved the mural. Everything…read moreabout the place was cozy, welcoming, and polished. I got an iced latte to go. It was delicious. I wish I had my book with me so I could have hung out there for a bit. I also bought some organic coffee beans which I can't wait to try. Service was excellent. It's unfortunate that there is so much construction in front of the place. Don't let that deter you from entering. It's awesome!

I love Amore coffee especially if I want to get work done! This is a very clearly loved, cozy,…read morecoffee shop that is very well frequented by the surrounding community! On any given day you can find people working, groups chatting, and friends catching up. There is a ton of seating and I have never had a problem finding a place to sit. Food is average but they have many options which is great if you're hunkering down to get work done. Their coffee is tasty and they're pretty quick at getting drinks made even with long lines. Service is good and the staff and owner are so friendly! WiFi is great, I've never had issues. Plugs are accessible - I have never had issues finding one when I have gone.

We love Amore Coffee, honestly we ended up swinging by to support them during all of the ICE…read moreactivities in January, but due to quality, vibe, and friendliness we've now made it a staple. I've tried a few coffees but the one we keep coming back to is the chai latte. They're not overly dusty like some other places chais and they are consistently good. It's one of the best I've had in the twin cities. They do weekend tutoring if you need it and host alot of activities for patrons. The staff is always friendly and we love stopping in for our once-a-week coffee shop stops.

Cozy! Comfy! Local! Lovely! Claddagh instantly sparks joy in my heart. St. Paul is beyond blessed…read moreto have this local community shop. The baked goods, friendly staff, coffee drinks, "wisdom of the day" chalk board quotes, smoothies, breakfast sandwiches, doodle journals at the bar area, etc. are all around amazing. Thank you for making each visit so magical!

Great spot! Delicious coffee, tasty baked goods, nice atmosphere, friendly counter service. Even a…read morecouple tables outside to enjoy a beautiful summer morning.

What a lovely shop! The coffee was delicious and the staff were extremely friendly. The inside…read moreseating is a bit limited but such a cute space! We took our coffee to go and sat at the picnic tables outside. I'll definitely be back! Also loved how they used compostable products.

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.