Stopped in on a Monday morning around 10 am and was able to walk right up and order. My coffee and food both came out quick in 5 minutes or less. Food 5/5: I got an Eggel with sausage, a piece of the chocolate chip pumpkin bread, and a seasonal latte. The bagel was hot and the bagel tasted fresh. I love their seasonal lattes and this one was well balanced and not too sweet. The pumpkin bread was very noise and delicious! Service 5/5: the cashier was helpful and very friendly and overall my food came out quickly. Depending on when you go, this place gets very busy! There is a great parking lot next door and plenty of places to sit. read more

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I'm surprised I haven't reviewed this spot yet! I've been back several time for the cozy vibes, matcha latte, and the egg bagel sandwiches. This is always a busy place right across from another well-known cafe. There's a small parking lot on the side of the building, otherwise expect residential street parking. They serve one of my favorite matcha lattes called "the classic", they have a few other blends as well. Extra creamy and not too sweet. If you're craving something simple for breakfast the egg bagels hit the spot. It's nothing over the top, just plain ingredients and filling. If you order food and dine in they'll give you a number to take to your table. Great vibes, and a decent amount of seating but if you come during peak hours expect a line to the door! read more

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A hidden gem. Iced latte super tasty as was the hot latte. Added a bagel sandwich for a tasty treat. Service great location super cute. Plenty of seating. I'll be back! read more

This place is so cute and lots of space! Found this spot when waltzing out of Hazel's and wanting more than black diner coffee. So many options! There is a lot on the regular menu plus there are fun seasonal drinks as well. Also an aqesome food and pastry menu. Staff are always friendly and fast. Love coming here when I'm in the area. read more

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First time visiting and felt so welcomed by their staff. Ordered a cortado and a breakfast sandwhich. The food was amazing. Definitely held the NE Minneapolis atmosphere you'd expect. read more

This was a cute little shop in northeast Minneapolis. They have the regular array of espresso drinks, plus six or seven signature drinks such as the Mangler, with cold press, espresso and cream and the killer chai with chocolate and almond. The Coffee Shop NE also had some seasonal drinks when I visited, in celebration of the State Fair such as the Mini Doughnut Latte and the Sweet Martha. Plus, they had flavored milks such as root beer, blueberry and strawberry. It's a good stop for caffeination if you're already visiting Sarah Jane's Bakery across the street! read more

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Has turned in to a favorite coffee shop! Across from a bakery and a yarn store! Clean and spacious to sit and knit or read. Try the tomato soup and any scones they may have! Cake is good and fresh as well. Double chocolate is a favorite. Counter service is pleasant and helpful. Price is right and they have free wifi. Reusable silverware a plus. read more

I should have taken a picture of the sandwich but it was so delicious I completely forgot. It was also very filling which is unusual for most breakfast sandwiches! I also got an iced latte which was just the best. The barista that took my order was so nice, we had a long conversation about tattoos! The interior has lots of seating available. You can either sit at one of the few tables out front (which is where I sat) or you can snag a table in the back portion of the building. When I was there it was pretty busy but everyone was still able to find a table. The art work and signs in the bathroom made me chuckle. read more

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Great coffee with a wide and unique selection of specialty coffees. They also serve a baked goods for either breakfast or lunch. The service is always friendly and they have a nice back room for dinning in. Great spot for coffee in NE Mpls, you won't be disappointed. read more

Came across this coffee shop and decided to do lunch to gosh I had the mozzarella and tomato sandwich . As I waited I took a seat in some of the few seats that were in the front section of the building. My order came right out and they told me to not forget to grab a fruit and a chip bag which I was surprised about. That just shows I didn't read the menu closely but hey I came out with a ruffles chips bag and an apple that I'm sure was a honey crisp because it was so juicy ! Honestly having this lunch on a Sunday made me have a great rest of my day. I felt the meal was very balanced and staff was very friendly! I noticed in display they had really appetizing slices of cake which I'm determined to get next time I'm here. Parking is very tricky here I'll say that, but I was very fortunate to find parking right in front of the building. The space looks pretty big in the back so it can accommodate a big group. read more

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What a lovely coffee shop! Just as the coffee sleeve says, The Coffee Shop NE's coffee is "made with love" and it shows! The coffee and food is delicious! I enjoyed a cup of Costa Rica blend and an Eggel with sausage on a Croissant since they were out of bagels by 9am on a Thursday. I also enjoyed a slice of pumpkin bread, too! The cafe is cozy and comfy, quiet too, a perfect place to refresh. There are no hassles with parking too, since there's an attached parking lot at this establishment.! LOVE! read more

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Service was very fast with how busy it was! Ordered a Eggel and Dirty Chai, and both were very good. I wish they had some hot sauce/condiments in the larger room to add a little kick to my Eggel. Dirty Chai was amazing and I did end up getting another. I stayed for a while, and it was always bustling and very friendly atmosphere. read more

Oh god, I mean.... sweet staff, nice I'm sure, but jesus christ, c'mon, we're at work here... there was something like six people behind the counter, and still it took me almost 10 minutes to get up to order through a line of four people. If you ever order the soup, order it to "to go." otherwise you will be served your soup in a "bowl" that looks like it might be part of a children's play set. If thats your bowl I'd hate to see your cup. Overall the smallest bowl of soup I've seen since play time with children, and the most bizarrly spaced out and slooioooow staff I've seen since the last time I came into this place. Ugh read more

Lots is seating space. Great food - salads, sandwiches, sweets, and of course coffee. A comfortable community hangout! Take a look at the art while you are there. read more

A very unique area of NE where the entire street is packed with vintage shops and overall positive vibes. The Coffee Shop NE surprised me on a Friday afternoon with nonstop customers. To me, this brought so much joy seeing a local business thrive. What makes this shop unique is the hybrid model of a breakfast restaurant as there are larger variations of food served (think egg sandwiches or lunch sandwiches, soups, grain bowls, etc.) and then a plethora of coffee and non coffee options such as ice teas and Italian sodas. The staff was far from short staffed as there were 6-7 employees working behind the register making food and drinks. The egg bagel sandwich hit home along with the classic cold press (CP) a maple soy mix. Yummy! If you dine in, you will get a number and the food will be brought to your table. There is also lots of fun merchandise to purchase such as coffee mugs, tumblers and coffee beans. There is a medium sized parking lot near the side of the building that is shared for all the surrounding shops. I wasn't able to snag one so I grabbed street parking a few blocks up. I look forward to returning again! read more

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A great neighborhood coffee shop! Their drinks are consistently good! My favorite is the Hot Jodi - a latte with cinnamon and honey. They usually have a featured menu with seasonal drinks too! The front counter staff is always super nice. Now that they've opened the back, there are plenty of places to sit. Parking is usually easy as well! You can typically find space in the adjacent lot. Only complaint is that if you go on a weekend, orders usually take awhile, especially if you get food. read more

The Eggel was delicious. Just go and read Kara's review It's cold like she said!! read more

Have you ever walked into a coffee shop & been intimidated by the choices? And while reading the coffee menu get an major attitude from the barista? Well-don't expect that HERE at The Coffee Shop NE! My female Barista was friendly and efficient-helping me to find the perfect coffee drink: A blended latte with a shot of mint and topped with whipped cream. Thank you Coffee Shop NE! Next time I will try something new (and hopefully as wonderful as the blended latte). read more

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As some others have mentioned, the cold brew here is undrinkably bitter. I was excited to try this spot and had high expectations since the line was out the door. However, I ended up dumping 3/4 of the drink and had struggled to down the first 1/4. read more

Such a great spot located amongst a grouping of small businesses in NE! If you are having a day, go get a slice of cake. It is AMAZING!!! This small shop has a great range of hours and full breakfast/lunch menu. Truly something for everyone at this shop. Highly recommend stopping in and staying a while. People are coming and going throughout the day making it a great spot to get some work done. read more

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A great neighborhood coffee shop. Friendly service, tasty food, and hot coffee. What more do you need? Highly recommend.

Love grabbing coffee (The Mangler, Iced with Caramel) here on the weekends and walking over to Fare Game to get a Cauliflower Al Pastor Taco when they're open! I also love their Veggie B-fast Wrap, Hummus & Veggie Sandwich and Key Lime Pie Bars! Cool hangout spot to sit and eat/drink in the back and they also have some outdoor seating. A little pricey, but it's worth it to support local restaurants!! read more

The Coffee Shop NE - The Mangler (Iced with Caramel, to-go) - food is the Cauliflower Al Pastor Taco from the Fare Game food truck down the street - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I live nearby and brought my mom here recently and she goes "I love this place!" and then looked at me and went "You need to come here more!" Ok mom, I will!! Their coffee is great whether you drink black coffee, a latte, or something more involved, they really do have something for everyone. Also their curry tuna sandwich/salad is SO good!!! read more

Tasty treats, good coffee in a spacious open environment. I enjoy sitting with my coffee and watching people or reading & journaling.

I've fallen in love with this coffee spot since moving into the area. The employees are amazing. The coffee is good. They are great at getting java into my hands at a speedy fastest rate. They have a pretty dang good selection lovely, not too sweet pastries and healthy food choices for breakfast and lunch to boot! One of these days I'm going to make it to there live music and writers night. Everything about this coffee shop just warms my coffee shop loving heart . read more

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Always quite slow in preparing drink even when not very busy. Their prices are higher than other coffee shops yet I don't find them to be better tasting. Lots of things posted about causes they are passionate about vs. sticking to being a coffee shop. read more

Best coffee shop to study and chill and enjoy live music. 1. Service The best ever. I feel so welcome and respected and valued as a customer. I really have no complaint whatsoever. I only have praises after another. 2. Drinks and food options- excellent You can get all your favorite coffee and tea here. They even serve milk with honey upon request and whatever you can imagine. Most importantly unlike every other high reviewed coffee houses, this one offers excellent choice of breakfast specials, cakes, cookies and salad and whatever you want. Basically, you can practically stay here ALL day long. I hated how i had to leave for example Spyhouse every time I am hungry. Here, you got everything you need. If the cake choices aren't good enough, cross the street to a bakery and get something to eat and come back. 3. Open mic/Live music Usually on Sundays they have open mic. I saw it twice and loved it. So cozy, people are intimate and nice and music is awesome. 4. Parking Tons of free street parking up to 90 mins and it is free after 6 pm. Never had issue with parking here. 5. Excellent lightning When you are trying to actually get work done, it is great here. They have excellent lightning that won't hurt your eyes. Key reason why I am choosing to come here over any other coffee house/study spots. 6. Standing table I do read about the health related articles and I am choosing to stand while working instead of sitting. Here they have only 2 seats that are like that. But still it is better than none. 7. Two unisex restrooms It is smart they don't divide it into mens and women's. As we all know women's room always have a line. It is best to have them unisex in places like these. They never have line, which I like on top of it being clean. 8. Working A/C I have been to a few coffee shops following Yelp's good reviews and was shocked when I found out they didn't have AC in summer. I am happy to report that here the AC works perfectly! All in all, they have everything you can hope for. Large study tables for group of 10 or so, to small wooden chair/table if you like it hard or soft cushion ones if you like being cozy, standing and/or bar stools/table available. Whatever gets you productive you got it here and it is bright not a dark dungeon like set up most coffee shops are going these days. Simply put, THE BEST. I did have some selfish thought before posting it... They have few reviews and most people don't come here and I like it is not too crowded. But hey, if some place is doing a good job, it is only right to share it. Being a good Yelper here. read more

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This is a really neat neighborhood coffee shop that you can tell the locals use. Quiet. People chatting with friends or working on a laptop. Very friendly staff. Lots of treats that aren't listed on their website menu are piled on the counter wrapped in cellophane (breads & bars), in the deli/sandwich case in plastic boxes (cake & pie slices), or under a large glass cake dome (muffins & croissants).... Serious eye candy for the tummy! You know what I mean. These items are all brought in from area bakers. The food they make on site is also good. I had a terrific salad with pistachios, cranberries, apples and feta. My girlfriend had a chicken salad on a croissant and enjoyed it. We both had coffee and chocolate cake, which was a monster piece of rich dark goodness.... Heaven. read more

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Coffee is okay at best and the food is giving nursing home meal. Very bland and sad looking. I don't know how this coffee shop gets so many stars. The coffee shop itself looks like they host bingo nights. You can barely hear the baristas shout the coffee out. If you are sitting in the bingo side. read more

About time I updated this review and for the better. I'm not sure why I gave them 4 stars previously but we'll up to 5 now that I've had a closer look. There is fresh home baked creative pastries including Zucchini Bread and other harder to find items. There were five air pots of coffee, which the barrista controls, starting with the lightest to the darkest brew which was an Italian Roast, another hard to find blend. A full board of menu items and open an amazing 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 7 days a week. The place is still packed and there is a back room with more tables. read more

This coffee shop has kind of become my go-to when I'm looking to just sit and read. I can typically block out noise around me if I'm stuck in a good book, but as far as studying goes the noise level here could be a bit much. I've never tried any meals here, but the baked goods I have sampled are decent. They're not exemplary by any means, but I hang out here for the coffee and the atmosphere. It's a fairly spacious shop/cafe with friendly, almost jovial staff. They have an array of events like open mic nights, live music, and readings. I've missed having a regular coffee shop spot and this place comes close to fulfilling that need. read more

woke up early on Sunday and wanted a breakfast sandwich - unfortunately Hazel's wasn't open yet but the Coffee Shop was and they coffee and breakast is excellent. I went too early as the bagels (from Brueggers) weren't there yet but I was able to get a breakfast wrap and it was very large and good. I also got a fresh, hot scone and even though I'm trying to cut out pastries and a lot of carbs, it was worth it! I'll be back and recommend this place to anyone o'er nordeast on Johnson read more

The Coffee Shop NE - Tripleberry scone and coffee ... scone just came out of the oven - perfect for a cold Sunday morning - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

love the breakfast sandwiches, cake, and drinks. staff is fine, but there's not too much interaction. great seating options and ambiance. great place to have breakfast or do some work. read more

Gentrification completed. Not a single poc in the place, at least not visible as worker or guest. Reinforced by the fact that i showed up w my wyt boyfriend and was completely overlooked while he ordered. No smile, no welcome, no return visit from me. Unimpressive for a city as diverse as Minneapolis. Go to South Minneapolis for real community coffee. read more

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I have been to The Coffee Shop NE a few times and don't have one qualm about it! First of all, their bathroom features a framed collage of cat photos. It's straight up obnoxious and f'ing I LOVE it. There's also local art on the walls. I appreciate that there are two rooms here - a sunny space in the front of the cafe and an extended dining room that is more appropriate for meetings or working. The service is always quick and perky, even when there's a line. I've enjoyed their Classic CP: maple-soy cold press and they have a list of the classic caffeine staples, plus a few specials too. Their daily quiche menu features about 5 different egg pies, and their Eggel (egg sammie on a bagel) comes STACKED. Other tips/tidbits: - Bring a sweatshirt, it's usually pretty chilly in the back dining area - Park at the free Johnson Street Merchants lot - $4 minimum on cards - If you're going to tip on the card, let them know as they ring you up - When you order food, you'll receive a number and they'll bring it to your table - Drink orders are called for self-pickup at the counter - One unisex bathroom - Free wifi read more

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Love this little shop! Always welcoming and inxlusive. The coffee is amazing. The desserts are 10/10. Great atmosphere for work or studying.

This review reminds me of Alison C's list, Here I Am ("Places so good I am actually there now.") because GUESS WHAT---I'm here. The scene: The Coffee Shop NE (where Audubon used to be). Fresh paint on the walls and modern, cork-like fixtures make it a nice update to the neighborhood. The colors are as warm as the people behind the counter. There are a few sidewalk tables and a counter that looks out onto the street. Best of all, lots and lots and LOTS of power outlets. And whatever you do, you must go to the bathroom here. Do it. Squeeze one out if only to experience what it's like to be watched and photographically judged by the gawking Coffee Shop NE lady on the wall. Then you can order your coffee from that lady and it will be awkward. Don't worry though---she'll know why. The cast: A medley of characters from the neighborhood that are working on their computers (like me); a couple of quiet gentlemen reading on the two armchairs in back; three younger guys taking a breather from the construction work they are doing nearby; the manager of Amici Pizza; and the stylin' manager of Rewind (her son in tow). Uh...wow... that was surprising. When I look up from my computer, it turns out I recognize a lot of people here! Excuse me while I go say hi... OK, I'm back. The props: Small cold press with soy and maple ($3.50). It's one of the specialties. It's very sweet, but it is perfect if you're looking for something creamy and dessert-like. It also was NOT very small, so I don't know what the large looks like. I think I'd like to try one of their iced teas next time (I overhear rhubarb is one of the flavors!). They also have a small menu of sandwiches, pastries and snacks. All in all, it's an as-good-as-it-gets showing for this renewed coffee shop on Johnson! Encore! read more

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Do you agree that the "coffee shop" part of The Coffee Shop NE's name is to some extent misleading -- in a good way? You could find items on their menu that you don't usually expect to see on a coffee shop's menu. It's still a coffee shop, of course. But it is a coffee shop where you could "build your own sandwich." I like coffee shops whose non-beverage menus are diverse and this business is an exemplar of such coffee shops. It's what I like the most about here. What I don't like is that it is more noisy than most coffee shops. This place is not very big (they are expanding the seating area, though) and the amount of noise especially when it's crowded is a little high for a place of this size which makes it a not-very-suitable place for studying/working. It's unfortunate! Because in addition to ample parking, there are literally tens of electrical outlets (the highest per-capita outlets in the Twin Cities, I believe!) that could have made it an ideal place for studying/working. The diverse menu and more-than-enough outlets and parking spots aside, the highlight of this place is the restroom on whose walls half a dozen of the barista's (or the owner's?) framed pictures with different gestures are hung. How do you feel when the barista, the same person who took your order a while ago, looks at you when you're doing your #2?! Doesn't really matter. Because depending on at which picture you're looking, you could see how she feels! Someone please remind me to create my "businesses with most interesting restrooms" list! read more

The Coffee Shop NE - She's the one who most likely takes your order and prepares your coffee! So behave yourself! - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I have passed this place multiple times on my frequent adventures to Rewind Vintage, yet have never stopped in. I decided I needed a new place to study and this shop immediately came to mind. This place is fantastic! Locals gather here, and the managers know everyone by name. New goal for the week: I want to be remembered by name too, and that won't be difficult to go back, as their food & coffee is delicious! I opted to try their Field Greens Salad, which is a delight mixture of greens, beets, onions, pistachios, apples, crasins, feta, & vinaigrette. Now that's what I call a salad. The space is not very big, yet roomy enough to come for a quick bite to eat with friends, or come to study at a table. However, it appeared as I was one of the only lingering ones here, as most people sat down with their coffee, read the paper, and then exited shortly after. They have a bunch of "specialty drink" options as well, and I can't wait to return to try out the Killer Chai (Chai tea + almond + chocolate). Enough said. As others have mentioned, omg OUTLETS! Can I tell you how difficult it has been to find a study venue with great food AND more than 2 outlets within a 6 ft square? Well ladies & gentlemen, this is the spot to go. Also, had to check out the restroom as Annie D. made me curious for more. There are four scattered mustaches on the mirror along with a hilarious photo stream of funny pictures. I loved every second of it. Can't wait to make this a routine place after my Rewind splurges. Next time the cheese place & killer chai are on the agenda! read more

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We stopped in on a Sunday morning because the place across the street was too busy. I would have rather just gone home. My partner got a cheesy egg bowl for around $4. The bowl was about the size that you would get a side order of cole slaw with-tiny! We could have gone to the store and bought over a dozen eggs for that! I ordered a wrap and it was decent but was misled by the "veggie cream cheese" that was advertised. (This may be obvious but the wrap was made with real cream cheese and cheese shreds as well). They have fruit for sides but it is your typical sad fruit bowl. Drinks were so-so. I had a special iced maple something-or-other and my partner had the coffee. Over-priced and the atmosphere emulates a church basement but the local artwork almost made up for that.. almost Also a little disappointed that they don't compost. I know you can't have it all but hey! It's NE! read more