On a warm but rainy night, my friend and I sought refuge at Five Watt after dinner ended at another restaurant nearby. Our only goal was to grab some beverages and chit chat some more. This little place on Nicollet kinda grew on me in the 2+ hours we were there. We sat in the very back of the restaurant, right next to the teeny tiny stage with a large "Sunday Service" sign painted on the wall. I seriously wonder how a person can perform in such a small area but hey, more power to him or her! I can't provide any commentary on Five Watt's food but their beverage selection is eye catching, imaginative, and just sounds delicious. I settled for an ice tea (huge glass for only $3.25 btw) but next time I'm in the neighborhood, I wouldn't mind sipping on a specialty beverage like Gin Basil Smash (because really, gin + basil is always a winner) and see who really crawls up on that stage to perform...haha read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Good coffee (cappuccino) with some sweet and light notes. They were moving pretty quickly though so they sort of just poured the milk in to the cup without really integrating it (as in, no latte art), but I was happy since it tasted good. Shop had some nice outdoor seating. read more

Yes!! I found it, i found it!! The next most expensive coffeshop! Small latte 8 oz... not even 10oz and a chocolate croissant for $10. Depressed neighborhood and most expensive coffeshop!!! Sad. read more

Five Watt is one of my favorite "mini chain" coffee roasters in the Twin Cities. This is one of their three locations, and also probably the smallest. They still offer a full menu, including a ton of espresso drinks, cold brews, and pour overs, as well as sell Five Watt beans. Some of their drinks are super unique, offering flavors that are fairly uncommon. They have particularly good COVID safety, enforcing masking not only while standing/ordering, but also in between drinks too. When I was there, everyone was masked nearly the whole time, with only a few seconds in between for drinking their beverages. So, if you absolutely need to work somewhere public but are concerned about masking, this is probably a good place for you. Parking is a bit hard to find if you are looking to stay for a while, but there's very convenient short-term street parking out front if you are just getting to-go. read more

Fine coffees, skilled baristas, and always kinda busy with cafe peeps hanging out. Perfect to work at, meet a friend at, or in-and-out quick orders. read more

Oh my god! The coffee was amazing! We had the busy beaver and the Shot in the nuts 2.0 and they were both amazing! I love finding shops with creative and well executed specialty drinks! Thanks Five Watt! read more

Great coffee and atmosphere! Only complaint is we ordered a ham and cheese croissant as well as a chocolate croissant and they don't heat them up so it was very cold. Otherwise would recommend! read more

Five Watt Coffee on Nicolett has quickly become one of my favorite spots, and even though it's a 15-20 minute drive, it's always worth it. The coffee is just THAT good. I loved ordering an iced vanilla latte with some sort of non dairy milk, and it always tastes amazing. It's flavorful and unlike many other coffees I've tasted around the Twin Cities - it's unique! I love the vibe of the building, and during warm days, they open up the front for some sunlight and fresh air. The staff is friendly and the interior is beautiful. I recommend that everyone stops by Five Watt if they're in the Twin Cities and looking for coffee! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Exterior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

See all

Five Watt is one of the more famous coffee shops in the crowded twin cities coffee shop spectrum, though their beans are more varied and somehow better than their narrow choices for brewed coffee. Great product but experience can be uneven. GOOD: Very excellent coffee beans are sold here. If you like rich, flavorful coffees, this is one of the best places to get it it -- at least by the whole bean. Also very good here is the nitro cold brew. Five Watt is one of the few places in Minneapolis that produces a better nitro than Starbucks. Until more coffee shops in the twin cities get nitro right, this is the place to go. MAYBE: The coffee cocktails here are novel and have interesting flavors. However, they are expensive and typically loaded with way too much ice. It's a neat idea that I wish more coffee houses offered. I sure do wish they served more than one kind of drip. The same thing day after day can be repetitive, and it's why I find myself visiting less often. MEH: The Nicollet Avenue location is cramped, crowded, and dark. Can be loud during busy times. This is all OK if you are in the mood for that sort of thing. But not the place for intimate discussion. The new location on Lyndale looks promising, and already feels more open and less crowded (and less dark). Disappointed that the only coffee on drip seems to be their less impressive medium roast. Overall Five Watt is good and I recommend it for your basic coffee needs. The beans they sell are absolutely excellent, and the nitro cold brew is better than just about anywhere. Atmosphere and overall experience can be uneven, and it can be boring having only one drip coffee choice every day forever. But good enough if you are in the area and need coffee. read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I was staying at the Marriott by MSP Airport - and was headed to the Guthrie Theater in downtown Minneapolis - stopped in here for some morning caffeine. Coffee was really good! Strong and tasty! Got the necessary caffeine levels up to the point necessary to get my neurons firing! There is a decent amount of seating here - lot of folks hanging out, enjoying their coffee/espresso and working on the their computers. read more

See all

Bustling neighborhood crammed with fun and interesting restaurants and shops. Great people watching, inspiring interior, and the coffee, fantastic! I had the Large "Kingfield, hot. Wow, it came in a beautiful large coffee cup. The varied ingredients were surprising, and it was topped with black Hawaiian sea salt. Great change from the usual chia latte or cappuccino. I sat and listened to "Braiding Sweetgrass" written and read by Robin Wall Kimmerer. The entire experience was enthralling, plus the barista made me smile. read more

Five Watt Coffee - Gum held by Prince for sale, bumper sticker, dessert. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Not my cup of tea. Coffee has a berry taste and it's not my thing. Other than the cinnamon bun, the other pastries were dry.

Pumpkin spice lawsuit!! This drink is surprisingly fabulous. I'm going to say it's due to the fact the ingredients are real unlike local chains serving concocted chemicals. Love Thank you Halia read more

See all

I decided to come here because it was rated as one of the best coffee shops in Minneapolis, so of course, the traveler in me has this "thing" where i like to go to local coffee shops to buy coffees i like to bring home to make in Toronto. This is no exception either. The place was buzzing with activity when i walked in. Loved the look and ambience of the cafe, and they also have a patio area for guests to sit on. There's wifi for those who wish to work off their laptops and the noise level is pretty good. I decided to try one of their cold drinks since it was a hot day and it did not disappoint! cold brew was great!! their drinks you can tell they def. put thought into it and it's super creative. their coffee here is definitely very good, and they do have a few options - i chose their darkest roast and bought a bag of it to bring home - excited to try making some expresso/coffee with these beans :) the baristas are also helpful in explaining about their beans and also their drink selection. Anyone who is in town should DEFINITELY check out this place!!! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

So yummy!!! Went there just awhile ago and wow!! They have so many delicious and creative drinks. They truly have coffee that you wouldn't be able to get anywhere else. I love their creativity and will definitely be going back soon to try another drink! read more

cute shop! And the coffee is good. However, it is kinda spendy. They do have a variety of fun flavors to give a try though! It's a fun shop to check out, but it won't be my regular stop. It was almost $7 for a large coffee (only up charge was 25 cents for oat milk). I ordered a latte. Like I said, coffee was good! read more

Roasted: found a great coffee shop in Minny and this one hit in all spots. Both employees were incredibly friendly but in a very unassuming way. The cashier offered us for here mugs which was great as we usually don't get that. The barista made two great lattes and even though they don't carry sugar free flavors - the latte was good enough to stand on its own. The milk quality and espresso were spot on. Latte art wasn't the absolute best but I did get a small heart on mine. They have a unique decor but fits for the vibe they are trying to get here. For a Sunday morning - we got live music which they call Sunday service. Unroasted:this place was the highest rated on yelp and it shows. Great job on the vibe and the look. Bravo to the employee who asked if it was to stay or go. It was a lol weird that no music was playing but 10 min later a live DJ was playing some good tunes. My coffee was absolutely one of the best in a long long time. The taste was spot on and didn't need to add any sugar. Great job all around! read more

See all

The best specialty coffee drinks I've ever had. True mixologist. Small, quaint space but a few great high-too spots facing. Out the window into Nicollet make it particularly nice during the summer. A fun option is to come on Sunday morning for "Sunday Service" where they have someone playing a small organ in the corner. read more

I walked in and I thought: Laptopia! A beautiful cafe with drinks delicious and creative and totally open to the mid-summer air. I'll be back. TIP - It was a long-ish drive from the hotel row southeast of the airport. BONUS - near some good eats - Blackbird and Kiyatchi! BONUS - my barista looked like Neko Case. You should be so lucky! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Laptopia - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Yes! I found a perfect parking spot in front of Five Watt Coffee but the only thing is you have to parallel park. With that good amount of space for my Acura, I did it in a quick second while everyone seated outside watched me...seriously, I don't like it when people watch. No applaud. I see. I have been here before but that was long time ago. The reason why I didn't come back because I didn't like the bench seat, it is kind of low on the butt. Coming back again, I am getting used to it. I showed up and the place is packed with neighborhood folks, I can tell because they are friendly and kind of hippies. Some of them are either dressed up in professional clothes and most of them are in their home clothes with messy hair, like myself. There seems to be a lot of men here on a Thursday, some are pretty looking. Anywho, I enjoyed their coffee. I got Katy Perry DECAF cold press. It is like a mixture of a little sugar cane and root beer with a foam on top. Thumbs up! And I finished it within 30 minutes, bad for me! There are other great drinks to try, most of it is cold press. I saw them have Sweet Science Ice Cream, sounds really good but I am lactose so I must stay away. I have heard a lot of good reviews about it. Make sure to bring Lactase! :) I had a great experience here. The barista was very nice and knowledgeable about coffee. I couldn't order more because I didn't want to spend too much money on it, after I spent $5. The space is small but I like the long bench. There is a unisex bathroom. It is interesting how they have four toilet rolls. Parking is free on the street. Yes, I will definitely come back!!! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

See all

Despite just being here a couple of times, I have to say that Five Watt is great. The interior is brightly lit with a lot of natural light and is fairly spacious, in a long, semi-narrow kind of way. Either way, it's a pleasant space to hang out. It seems like a popular study spot for students. Another lovely aspect is that the baristas are helpful and nice. More importantly, onto the coffee! There's a mix of creative selections to choose from, along with more basic, traditional drinks. I tend to opt for the latter. The drip coffee is phenomenal. It's fragrant and has a good kick of caffeine to it. On the latest visit, I found it interesting that the mocha came with a gray-ish whip, but heard from my friend, who ordered it, that it was excellent. We shared an amazing chocolate chip cookie that had so much depth to its taste. (Apparently the baked goods are provided from Patisserie 46.) Everything we had was very satisfying. I definitely recommend Five Watt if you're looking for somewhere to get some good coffee and a delightfully hip atmosphere to enjoy it in. read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

One of the most hipster coffee shops around town. Five Watt is great for studying (though can be a bit loud) and chatting with a friend. Drinks are pretty good too, but wouldn't say they have the best coffee ever. Parking on the street nearby is free so that's a major plus. read more

Five Watt Coffee - Quirky decor at Five Watt. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Very short in-and-out visit so I'm mostly rating this based on the flavor & quality of the drink and not much on the service or atmosphere . I had the Kung Fu Panda drink (I believe that was the name) with oat milk and it was absolutely delicious. Not your average matcha latte whatsoever...never tried anything like it before. My hubby had just a hot chocolate and he too mentioned how good it was. No doubt I'll be coming back here once I move to Minneapolis in a few months. read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Excellent coffee tasty tree and in the summer they can open up the whole front end so you can enjoy the weather.

Overpriced and not worth it. I have been here in the past and thought I'd revisit since it has been a while. I never remembered anything special about it. Which when I went again today I felt the same way. There is nothing that stands out to me here. They do have a very different drink selection which people may or may not like. For me it was not for the best. I ordered the KUNG FU GENERATION: Matcha Tea, Five Watt Sweet Fennel Bitters, Milk, Basil Syrup. I really hated it. Basil is just toooooo strong of a flavor. The drink was not even warm when I received it. Which on a chilly day if I ask for my drink hot I at least expect it to be warm. Then the flavors of the drink really turned me off. I love matcha but the combination with basil is just not good. I think it really takes away from the traditional taste that matcha is supposed to exude. I probably won't be coming here anytime soon. read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I get coffee from the Kingfield location nearly everyday. They make the drinks really quick and really well. Oat milk latte is unmatched. Ambience can be a little intimidating though. read more

Worth it. The reviews are right. Loved the Kingfield. Also had the almond Brioche with it, nothing overly sweet, just perfect. read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This is my new favorite coffee shop. The music is great. The staff is friendly. The environment is dog friendly (I waited for my coffee next to a corgi mix---awesome) The coffee is awesome and prepared with love I had a regular latte which was amazing but then I had the Kingfield. And I have to admit, that one was so good I got a little emotional. I have never had a latte so good. The toilet paper choices make me feel like a princess The tables are good for studying The garage door opens on a pleasant day to bring in a wonderful breeze I am working towards duchess status. read more

Five Watt Coffee - Small king. The special Kingfield latte. Those are flecks of Hawaiian Black Sea salt that you see. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

What a great and cozy coffee shop. I attended with a few friends and acquaintances after lunch and was pleasantly surprised. There are many different seating arrangements and the space is fairly accessible. The space was alive with a strong customer base, which was great to see. I could definitely sense a hipster, creative vibe from many of the customers in the space, which was great. I ordered a specialty drink called the "Star Fox 64", which was so intriguing, as I grew up playing the video game and found it nostalgic. It was an espresso drink that contained honey and cinnamon, amongst other ingredients. It was so delicious! It was a great balance of energy, bitter, and sweet. It was so intriguing and was definitely the favorite drink orders amongst the group I went with. I'll definitely be returning to order some of their standard drinks, as well as any other cool speciality drinks! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Star Fox 64 with almond milk. Heavy on espresso. Delicious chocolate flavor. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Cool ambiance! Very quick counter service. The coffee was incredible. The staff is very friendly and helpful you won't find the snobby above you vibe you get from the baristas at other places here which is so refreshing! Love this place definitely will be back! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Just throwing this out there... If you're hesitant about the Busy Beaver, get it. It's great. Now on with the review! Such a hipster place. They have good space outside for when it's warm, and seating inside, but not an extreme amount. It's perfect, but not with large groups. Five Watt seems to have a lot of regulars (just standing in there for 5 minutes did I learn this). They have really good espresso. My 16 ounce drink wasn't crazy caffienated but perfect. Other than the price on some of the specialty drinks (which I respect) Five Watt would be one of my frequent shops if I lived here. read more

Five Watt Coffee - The Busy Beaver- don't knock it til you try it! You can really taste the maple syrup. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Delicious coffees - the bitters are an interesting twist. My daughter enjoyed some drink with a brownie butters addition. I opted for a simpler drink: iced Oatmilk mocha, but I asked for a sprinkle of salt on the top. Absolutely delicious. read more

Reviewed on a Monday morning. Nice space, great tunes, and perfect cappuccino. Will return.

Even with all the wonderful coffee in Los Angeles, if Five Watt was located here instead of the Twin Cities, it'd be my favorite spot for coffee right now, no doubt. It came recommended by a friend of a friend who knows her stuff. The specialty coffees are truly unique, incorporating cocktail bitters and house made syrups. I wanted to try so many drinks, but had to settle for just two. THE KINGFIELD of course which I read was their most popular. It's made with espresso, milk, vanilla, coriander bitters and black Hawaiian sea salt. The other was the BIG EASY, made with cold press coffee, chicory and nutmeg simple syrup, black walnut bitters and cream. Both were fantastic! I would love to come back here. If you're anywhere close by, make this a destination! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Big Easy and The Kingfield - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I'm from Seattle. I admit to being a coffee snob. (No, Starbucks doesn't count...) Five Watt coffee is one of the few coffee places that stands up to Seattle/Portland coffee! I love it! read more

This is my new go to study spot. Actually it should probably not be my new go to study spot cause the fancy drinks are just too good they're distracting and the music is so my style that I end up singing along. Maybe I should say this is my new go to spend an afternoon reading location. The Coffee drinks are super fancy. I had a Busy Beaver and it was so good. I know it had some interesting flavors in there and I had to resist the urge to drink it down too fast! I might have to compete with Ida S for the coveted duchess status for this fine establishment! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Busy beaver - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Tasty coffee, funky cafe space For my first time here, I ordered the first and most popular drink on the menu: the Kingfield. the menu of drinks is cocktail inspired and uses all sorts of usual ingredients and combinations. I was overwhelmed by all the options and they all sounded delicious, so I went with the Kingfield with almond milk. The foam on top was sweet and savory with a dash of salt atop the beautiful latte art. At $6 for a large latte, bummer expectations were high. And I really enjoyed it. The cafe has a cool vibe, a little bit industrial but not trying too hard. There's nice light coming in from the window and the temperature was great, not too cool or too stuffy. Their outlets are very accessible which makes it a solid work spot too. read more

Five Watt Coffee - 2 kingfield lattes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

That Kingfield tho. Favorite spot to hit whenever I'm in town and needing coffee. Love it!

This was by far the best coffee shop experience I have ever had. I'm not much of a coffee drinker. The staff was patient and fantastic at their recommendation. It was so delicious I had to go back every day while I was visiting. The space was quite comfortable to sit and chat with my friend. Highly recommend the Busy Beaver - tastes like a graham cracker. read more

Five Watt is like the sexy, edgy, and voluptuous sister of Bull Run. (My now former favorite coffee joint.) It's roomier, has slightly more seating, and a huge garage door that allows for great airflow. I would describe the décor as quirky and retro, and the space includes interesting items like a flickering black and white TV (that I think says Five Watt Coffee), a door plastered with stickers from Twin Town Guitar, and a hilarious and gigantic picture of owners Lee and Caleb intimately starring at each other. The place also has a beautiful hardwood floor and sturdy tables and chairs. But like with all coffee shops, it's mainly about their drinks. I ordered the Hendrick's -which consists of cold press, juniper, basil, simple syrup, grapefruit bitters, and cream- and with a few small sips of this sweet, yet faintly bitter delicious murky goodness, I immediately awoke from my zombie-like walking slumber. To go with my cup, I also asked for one of their Patisserie 46 pastries and settled on the ham and Gruyere croissant. That place rarely disappoints, and I enjoyed ripping into its flaky, savory, and buttery wonderfulness. In total, everything came out to about $12. I think Keith M hit it right on. It's coffee mixology. The drinks are well thought-out, refreshing, and, of course, tasty. They challenge how most people think about mixed coffee drinks, without being assholes. Seriously, a cup of joe with grape fruit or fennel bitters? Whoa! Other tidbits: -Free WiFi that's reliable, fast, and does not require a password. -Enthusiastic and fast staff. -Decent parking on Nicollet. -Your ears will not bleed from their music. This is my new favorite coffee shop, and I can't wait to return! read more

Five Watt Coffee - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

See all