Looking for a cool coffee shop with a great team? Check out Makwa! Visited several times and I've…read morealways been welcome and the coffee is top notch. Definitely recommend checking it out.

A cute spot, friendly staff and delicious coffee. I also got the vegan banana bread which was…read moreincredible! Large parking lot but it's a smaller coffee shop. I tried coming here once before to work remotely but there were no open tables and that was the case again when I stopped by Friday morning so just a heads up that it's does get busy in there. Overall, It's a great neighborhood coffee shop and I'll definitely be back.

I love Paris Baguette…read more We are so excited that a Paris baguette moved to MN and now there is one that's much closer to me. I recommend go early otherwise you will face very empty shelfs in the afternoon. Their matcha drink was all very good. Their cakes are not too sweet. Perfect for all occasions

Mon Amour @parisbaguette_usa…read more With locations 20 locations in the US currently, we are lucky to have 3 spots in MN! Roseville WoodburyMaple Grove Walk in, grab a tray and tongs and find something good in the case. I've tried a few things here and a fan of everything basically. They also have coffees, savory options, whole cakes, and market items. My favorites: Croissant Donut-lemon cream and zest- it's the best Cream Cheese Donut-chewy, sweet, perfection Maple Pecan Danish- seriously delightful Mochi Donuts-seasonal flavors, peppermint was surprisingly amazing, Dubai Chocolate currently is also amazing with crunch, chewiness and flavor Jumbo Twist Donut- chewy and crunchy bits on the outside Red Velvet Cake slice - perfect balance of sweet and indulgent Pistachio Macarons-wonderful flavor, light, crisp, chew Overall... you can't go wrong here. Just to warn you, you may fall in love with this place. For more awesome food spots check out the account mallorymademetryitmn on Instagram!

I'm sorry Jason. You really had my hopes up when you were talking about Betty and Earl"s biscuits…read moreon your show but you've proven to me once again that unless you were raised in the South or by a Southern transplant you don't have a clue about baking soda biscuits. A good southern biscuit is hard to find in Minnesota. In my house they are served warm. and soft, usually fresh from the oven. A dab of butter melted inside sets them off perfectly. If a restaurant in Minnesota says it has Biscuits and Gravy I can't resist trying it only to be disappointed over and over again. That being said, KFC and Hardee's both have a good biscuits. And there is absolutely nothing wrong with frozen Pillsberry Grand Buttermilk Biscuits. Not the ones that come in a tube. So why would I go to a bakery in a mall that opens at 11 to get a biscuit? I trusted Jason. He sounded so sincere. Huh! Big mistake, I should have checked out his genealogy. The actual place is in the food court in the Rosedale Mall and the sign says, "Seeet and Savory by Diane" . The first warning was seeing the biscuits on a covered cake tray like you might stack doughnuts. These people are bakers after all not cooks. So, we wait for the lady at the counter to finish helping the person in front of us and then we asked for biscuits and gravy. The lady walks over to the sign and shows us the little sticker they added that says, "Weekend's Only". I was already wondering why anyone would start serving breakfast at 11. While we were trying to figure out if that applied to every item on the board or just the biscuits and gravy another customer got in front of us. We decided to ask for biscuit and egg sandwich's and a cup of coffee. Well, they only make one craft of coffee a day and when it's out it's out. If we wanted coffee we were told we need to go to the Brew and Waffle concession a few feet away. Alright no big deal, but over there no one's behind the counter and I am baffled as to what is going on. It doesn't seem to be self serve but there is a young lady sitting at the counter eating. Finally she gets up and acknowledges me by telling me she's on break but but since I'm there, she'll help me out anyway. She made it very clear that I was inconveniencing her. Well then, put up a closed sign or a "Back at 1pm" sign. Let's just skip on to describing the biscuit sandwich or more precisely the $10 (the sign said $8 I think) biscuit sandwich. The biscuits were big and thick and yellowish in color. I wondered if they added cornmeal to the flour. They had a gritty texture but not as gritty as cornbread. Ok, next time we'll try Betty and Earl's Minneapolis location. And Jason, spend a weekend south of the Mason-Dixon line and learn a little more about biscuits. Damn! I'm so sorry! I forgot to take pictures.

I've had two meals from Betty and Earl's and both are meals I would order again…read more While the plague perpetuates I am only getting curbside takeout, and their system for that works just fine. Ordering from the website is easy; you can opt for curbside delivery, and once your order goes through you get an email with instructions to call them when you arrive. There is a handy little parking circle by the main entrance to Potluck; that area gets plenty of traffic but your call with a friendly B&E's person will ensure that they find your car among the group. I got the biscuits with sausage gravy the first time and the pulled pork open-face biscuit thingie the second. Both were really good. The sausage gravy was a great, meaty brunch item, and the pulled pork was really delicious. Having piles of shredded BBQ pork on top of those thick, freshly-made biscuits was a unique experience. As long as you don't mind getting your fingers a little messy - and if you're eating pulled pork then honestly what do you expect - you just form a pile on one of the biscuits and hold it by the biscuit as you snack it down. There will be leftover meat that you can eat with a fork. I got yummy fresh cookies both times as well, and ended up full and satisfied. One issue I have with the website is that there isn't a description of the entrees, so you don't necessarily know what will come on them and there's no option to request, for instance, "hold the pickles". But that's about it; I really like the food I've gotten here and will keep it coming.

Great cafe in Columbia Heights - don't let the outside fool you, it's super cute inside! Variety of…read morecomfy seating and aesthetic decor. They serve Somali tea, coffee, and a variety of sweets and treats. Service was helpful at the counter, but not especially quick for food/drink service. They do crepes specifically, so we had to get one! It came rolled up which was delish, with cookie butter and Biscoff cookie topping. We got the Somali tea and coffee, and it was delish but quite sweet - I'll ask for less sugar next time. The star was the Nafaqo: hard boiled egg inside a seasoned potato patty - our first time trying it and so good! Hearty and filling.

I've been on the hunt to try more locally owned businesses so I was super excited when I found…read moremyself in the Columbia Heights neighborhood near Dero. There are many options on the menu including coffee, tea, smoothies, desserts and even a couples sandwiches and avocado toast! The staff were very friendly and the place itself is so such a cute cozy vibe! There is a small parking lot and off street parking available. I got the Spanish Latte which was absolutely delicious. It was very hot (which is exactly how I like my drinks!) , just the right amount of sweetness and a very good quality roast. I might just have to find myself in Columbia Heights again soon!

I really enjoyed the Tamago sandwich which is basically an egg salad croissant sandwich with a bit…read moreof a kick. I liked how the egg salad and cucumbers balanced out the butteriness and crispiness of the croissant! It was a very filling lunch. I came with my sister and we both got different teas. She enjoyed her hojicha tea with a bit of syrup added. I really liked the Po cha / Tibetan tea which was a buttery milky tea. It definitely woke me up. :) I would recommend if you are someone who likes not too sweet, nutty, and not too bitter teas. We both enjoyed the Tibetan momos -- the meat filling ones are definitely soupier which was enjoyable. The veggie dumplings tasted better with more of the chili crisp oil. The mochi ice cream most likely used the ones from MyMochi packs but the cream was nice to have and it was a fun sweet treat! Definitely would come back with family or friends when visiting the cities again. Drinks we got at the front where we ordered but they brought food for us which was nice since we decided to stay in to eat lunch. Seems like it's a nice place to study and work and they have WiFi. The place is nicely decorated with Tibetan decor and plaques talking about the history/background which was cool. There is also better lighting / lamps along the walls if you're studying and need it.

I was honestly surprised by how big this cafe is. It just keeps going! The space is cozy and…read morewelcoming with a nice mix of comfortable lounge seating and firmer tables that seem perfect if you're planning to work for a while. I also loved the individual task lights above the smaller tables. It's a small detail, but it made the space feel really thoughtful. The only downside is that there isn't much natural light, so the cafe can feel a little dark, especially toward the back. The staff was the biggest disappointment. They weren't rude, but they came across as pretty standoffish, which made the experience feel less welcoming than the space itself. I ordered the light roast coffee and, unfortunately, it was pretty terrible. That said, the menu is huge with lots of different drinks and food options, so I'm sure there's something on it that would be a much better choice. I also didn't try any of the pastries, but they looked absolutely massive and definitely caught my attention. Overall, I really wanted to like this place more. The atmosphere is great and it seems like an excellent spot to work or relax for a while, but the coffee and less than welcoming service left me a little underwhelmed. I'd be willing to give it another shot and try something different from the menu.

If you love Carmel Coolers and want it made to your specifications, go to the Richfield Caribou on…read moreLyndale and 66th St. I had an over-the-top detailed request this morning that was made *perfectly* and with a smile.

Stopped in for a coffee as I was in the area for other errands. I love iced coffees and have been…read moreon a lavender kick lately do it was an easy choice for me to go with the honey lavender shaken espresso drink. WOWZA! This was one of the most flavorful drinks I've had. You can really taste the essence of the honey and lavender - strangely enough at different times. I got my bestie hooked. Within a week I've had 4 and I don't routinely buy from a coffee shop.

I've been to Mi Sant in Roseville many times. Linh, Kim, and Quoc have a gem here. Fast,…read morefriendly service, and a tremendous product keeps me coming back. This visit included 3 Mi-Sant Special BM's and 4 Classic Banh Mi's for a small group lunch. The Special Banh Mi is my favorite sandwich of all time. My tongue is still dancing with all the flavors. Please know you received rave reviews from my guests. The delicious egg rolls and buttery croissants will definitely be part of my next visit order.

Did a quick order of a bakery item - fast, easy, and convenient!…read more The croissant was packaged very well. They had all the utensils stocked and ready. The item was kept chilled so the croissant was denser but still flaky. Description: Mi-Sant's Coco Berry Supreme features a soft, flaky croissant, a smooth coconut cream mixed berry filling, a rich, coated with a strawberry chocolate ganache, and a delightful, crunchy strawberry topping (8.95 w/tax)

Was excited to see a place that served Asian desserts, but they are not authentic and the ordering…read moreis surprisingly rigid. The tofu pudding is not creamy or soft, but more like jello jigglers. And thought there are dozens of toppings, you can't add them to your order, even for an additional price. You're limited to the combinations they have on the menu. I do appreciate that they offered to refund my money when I saw that their tofu pudding was actually tofu jello with black specks in it.

Oh my gosh! The tofu pudding is to die for! Light, smooth and silky and not overly sweet. Love the…read morefresh fruit toppings!