JoyHouse is a sweet coffee shop inside of another business/ building. If you had one guess, what…read morewould that other business be? To me, it was an easy guess: a church!! JoyHouse coffee, belonging to Evangel Church in Bismarck. This is a big church with constant movement, but it's really such an enjoyable spot to hang out and get work done. The best thing about JoyHouse is that they have crepes!!! Crepes are something I absolutely cannot resist, and I was so excited to see they make them here. Also, I sat in the shop so long that the adorable girl working offered me a free tea! It was so nice and I would for sure come back here again. JoyHouse is rightly named!

Friendly atmosphere! Great drinks and service. Great place for quiet conversations.read more

Our salad and three different types of pizza were all excellent and the lady serving was friendly…read moreand attentive. Would definitely return.

Stopped in for lunch with my college student on a Friday, and it turned out to be the perfect…read moresolution for a meatless Friday meal. We were greeted right away as there was no one else in the restaurant. Its an open floor plan with two rooms. Im guessing its quite lively in the evenings. We shared the chopped salad and the Daisy pizza. The salad was good, though not a traditional chopped salad--it used that trendy wild greens mix that so many restaurants are leaning on these days. Personally, I'm not a huge fan, but the menu did specify it, so that one's on me for not paying closer attention. The pizza, however, was absolutely terrific. The crust was soft and chewy with just the right amount of char from the stone oven. The combination of the sauce, cheese, and fresh basil was spot on. They also drizzle a flavored oil over the top--we couldn't quite pinpoint what it was, but it added an extra layer of flavor that really elevated the pizza. We devoured the whole thing--three slices each! At around $20, the pizza might feel a bit pricey, but it's clear that everything is fresh and made from scratch, so it's well worth it. Service was attentive, though we were the only ones there at lunchtime. I imagine this place really comes alive in the evening. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu--and next time, I'm not sharing my pizza.

I don't think they know how to make lattes. I ordered a latte and received something that looks…read morelike it's just milk .

This cafe is adorable. Very personal. The barista / owner was charming and attentive. I like the…read moredecor. I had a banana coffee and it was spectacular

The food here is amazing. It is consistently the most delicious coffee and breakfast sandwiches and…read moreit is so conveniently placed by most of the hotels. The people are amazing. Service is reasonably fast for it being a small shop. And everybody is always so kind. Overall, great experience and a must stop when you're in the Bismarck area.

Stop serving their coffee drinks well before they close which is unfortunate since that isn't clear…read moreanywhere. If you are traveling through and looking for coffee I wouldn't recommend. The staff was also not very kind letting me know they already stopped serving everything.

This little café is tucked away downtown just off 4th Avenue. The sidewalk art out front gives it a…read morefun and welcoming feel. We stopped in midmorning on a Saturday, and it was busy with a mix of locals and students. The counter staff was friendly and helpful. The pastry case made it tough to choose, but we went with a Pumpkin Cheesecake Cruffin, Maple Pecan Blondie, BLT Croissant, and coffee. Everything was fresh and tasty. They also sell loaves of bread and other baked goods to take home. The staff was warm and polite, and even those working behind the counter who weren't serving us took a moment to say thanks for coming in. Will definitely be visiting again.

My husband was obsessed with their pastries while we were staying in Bismarck. Excellent location…read morein the heart of downtown and a cute local shop vibe.

The arancini and aioli were amazing. Trout tray was fun. We went for the carbonara. It was ok…read more Service was excellent.

Anima Cucina is such a cute spot in Bismarck. I was greeted right away and seated promptly, and the…read moreservice throughout the meal was warm, friendly, and attentive. For a small restaurant, they also have an impressive wine selection. We started with the garlic bread, hot olives, and meatballs -- all of which were flavorful, balanced, and absolutely delicious. For entrées, our table had the breaded walleye, the Bolognese pasta, and the Porchetta. The walleye and Bolognese were outstanding, but unfortunately the Porchetta was a big letdown. The skin was chewy rather than crisp, with a thick layer of unrendered fat beneath it, and most concerning, it still had visible pig hair. I was expecting the classic combination of crackling skin, melting fat, and tender pork, but instead it was oddly undercooked on the outside, dry inside, and after biting into hair, I really lost my appetite for it. We finished with tiramisu and a torte, and both desserts were excellent -- a strong way to end the meal. Overall, Anima Cucina has a lot going for it: charming atmosphere, friendly staff, great starters, and standout entrées (other than the Porchetta). I'd happily return for the appetizers, pasta, fish, and desserts, but I'd avoid the Porchetta based on my experience.

Great place. The service is excellent, warm wonderful staff. Has a nice warm ambiance to it.read more

We like to visit local coffee shops when traveling so we picked this one. From the outside, it…read moredoesn't look like a typical coffee shop, but the inside is just adorable! I love the industrial vibe and the cozy seating areas! The reason for my 4 stars is because of their drink and snack offerings. I asked for a cappuccino and she didn't know how to make them! Their snack/bakery items are little sacks of chips and granola bars so we were disappointed there weren't any biscotti or scones. I ended up ordering a plain cup of coffee and my husband had a caramel latte, which he said was great! This place has so much to offer and it looks quite new so hoping they add a few more food items and more espresso drink selections!

When I was at city brew the person says they are out of milk and I'm like how like you're out of…read moremilk how can you be out of milk? You're a coffee shop he makes drinks with milk. Then she says I have oat milk. No thank you. There's a grocery store right across the street. Why can't you go over there and she said she doesn't want to use her own money and city brew wouldn't let them have a store card to go get milk if they ran out so then she gave me two coupons that were half off because she didn't have a free drink. She couldn't refund me my money I paid for a drink I didn't get and then the next day they closed so I never even got to use my coupon

Taking orders and not fulfilling them, refusing to give a refund and ignoring customers.read more