50 Best Coffee Shops near Arden Hills

“I can honestly say this was one of the best cups of coffee I’ve ever had. The aroma was rich and inviting, setting the perfect tone before even the first sip. The flavor was perfectly balanced — smooth, bold, and incredibly satisfying without any bitterness. You could taste the quality of the beans and the care that went into brewing it.
The texture was silky, and the aftertaste left a warm, pleasant finish that made me want to savor every moment. Whether you’re a casual coffee drinker or a true enthusiast, this is the kind of coffee that makes an impression. Absolutely 5 stars — I’ll definitely be coming back for more!“

“The coffee here is amazing!
I am a cold coffee person even in the winter when I visit.
Hot cocoa is good if you can't handle cold coffee in winter.
Caribou Coffee is a must stop treat whenever I am in Minnesota!
Depending on the location service is different.
They also close very early.“

“Walking distance from the Rose Gardens of Lake Harriet. You're going to love the pastries , the staff and the coffee.“

“I recently visited Starbucks Coffee and had a delightful coffee experience. The quick service at the counter ensured that my order was promptly taken and prepared to perfection. The staff members were friendly and provided excellent customer service, creating a positive and welcoming environment. I opted for their medium roast coffee, and it was nothing short of amazing. The rich and robust flavors of the coffee truly satisfied my taste buds. Overall, my visit to Starbucks Coffee was fantastic, and I highly recommend it for those seeking a quick, friendly, and exceptional coffee experience“

“This is our neighborhood mcdonalds. We always thought they were great, now we think they are super-above-and-beyond-great. The other morning while walking back to the car, we lost our wallet in the parking lot! After a little bit of panicking and re-tracing our steps, the only place it could have been was at mcdonalds. So we called them and yes! They found the wallet, and were holding onto it, and we were able to get it back later that day. Yay – thank you!!!“

“Great restaurant! Booked it in as a last minute birthday celebration. Had the avocado toast & added poached eggs on top. Loved the tent seating as I felt warm especially with Minnesota weather. Also ordered myself an iced latte, which was great. My sister had the seasonal French toast & loved them! Definitely recommend this as a quick, affordable brunch spot.“

“Great coffee and atmosphere.“

“Stopped in for a late lunch on the patio. Was interested in a bitters & soda and the server recommended mixing the rhubarb and cardamom, which was delicious and refreshing. Followed that with the Chix Correa sandwich and a side salad. Wow! Really creative flavors and well-executed. Could tell everything was made from scratch and with high quality ingredients and care. Also the decor was fun and hip, the music top-notch, and the staff kind. I look forward to coming back soon!“

“Nice atmosphere! I don't drink coffee, but I enjoyed their chai latte and they had a bunch of delicious looking pastry options. Also love that the profits support youth futsal programs!“

“Super cute, great decor, lovely staff, 10/10 would go again“

“Great little coffee shop! Excellent customer service! We had chai tea latte, a smoothie and pepperoni frybread pizza. All were so delicious!! Migwiich!“

“Found this little gem this morning with a friend and I think it’s my new go-to coffee shop with other moms when we have to bring our kiddos! As a mom of a toddler, it can be really hard to expect my son to stay sitting while I try to enjoy a coffee with a friend but this place has incredible coffee and food, incredible customer service, and an amazing play area to let the kiddos roam while you enjoy time with a friend!! Absolutely will be returning!“

“I couldn’t love this place more!!! Great atmosphere, meeting room, and a large “kid room” with comfy furniture, toys and books so your kids can play while you enjoy a coffee date with friends! Best of all is their support for addiction recovery. A fabulous coffee shop that gives back to the community! ❤️❤️❤️“

“They have wonderful chai, a good breakfast and very chill vibes. Great little coffee shop!“

“Great coffee place! What makes this place special is the owners providing a separate building for AA meetings that run from dusk to dawn. Now that is Good Karma!“

“Coffee is amazing ❤️ and customer service is lovely 😊“

“Great neighborhood vibes and great neighbors. Drinks are top-notch, snacks are creative, staff is wonderful. Glad to have them be so nearby.“

“My absolute go to for coffee in the twin cities. So many reasons to support this business!“

“I love this place!!! The service is amazing, the staff is happy, the pastries are to die for, and the coffee is absolutely fabulous!!! I've had quite a few of Luminarys specialty coffee drinks and all have been exquisite. Today, I noticed a new iced peanut butter chocolate coffee beverage, and had to give it a try. I was pretty sure this wasn't going to be my favorite drink and I was so so wrong. I'm amazed once again and the iced peanut butter chocolate coffee mix might be my new fave!!! 😋 ❤️🤟“

“Just brewed a cup (pour over) of your organic Guatemalan and it is so smooth and delicious. Thanks for a great roast!“

“I’m a huge fan of this coffee shoppe. The culture of friendship, hospitality, and delicious coffee is astounding. I’m here every day!“

“Always love stopping by mudslinger's while out running errands. The only downside is that the line can get long in the mornings, especially on weekends. Despite this, they work quickly and I love supporting a small local business!

Kid-friendliness: They have a kids cocoa“

“Misfit is the absolute best!!!!“

“I always gravitate to a locally owned shop and this was a great choice. Cool little space, great service and, lest we forget, Great Coffee. They know what they're doing:) Starbucks and Caribou will be just fine without You and I, go here instead.“

“Great coffee! For me, she knows to put a little ice to cool it down a bit.“

“This is a tiny place with big flavor! I had this oat milk gelato with espresso (affogato) and an egg sandwich on my 50th birthday to start the day and it was just the most wonderful way to kick it off!!! Do yourself a favor, and don’t wait like I did!“

“Amazing food, fun atmosphere, and great service each time. Def recommend the wagyu sandwich and the garlic paste is my favorite thing to smother on everything. So good!“

“Pilllar is an amazing coffee house and venue in NE Mpls. The staff are on point, they treat people and artist well, and it’s a safe and welcoming place for all non-turds. Coffee and THC drinks. What more could I ask for?“

“I am so glad this is not near my house, it is dangerously delicious, this place is amazing, from smoothie bowls to crapes, cofee to pastries, atmosphere is amazing, wether you sit inside or enjoy the beautiful MN weather.

Vegetarian options: They can basically customize the crepes and anything on the menu“

“This place is my idea of perfection! Great coffee and beautifully laid out antique shopping. The owners vision was a huge success. Thank you for providing such a fun, welcoming space for everyone to enjoy! 💛“

“They made our day! If I could give ten stars I would“

“It’s the first time. Nice place. Good coffee. Friendly staffs 🥰“

“Great service, really good food, and the drinks were my favorite part!“

“Amazing drinks! Beautiful space“

“Beautiful spot. I spent the afternoon studying here and it quickly became one of my favorites spots. The inside is minimalistic with brutalist and industrial inspiration. The space is extremely clean and well kept. There are numerous outlets under the seats which are relatively comfortable and wooden. The tables might be my only complaint as they are quite small.. but adequate for most things. They play numerous records which Is quite unique and cool. The menu is small but all the items I tried were great. The pumpkin latte was recommended to me and was perfect and not too sweet. The entrance is located adjacent to the street in a small alley. They have one small gender neutral bathroom. Staff are kind and knowledgeable. I did not see a drinking fountain. Overall great spot!“

“Good coffee. Great mission.“

“Hands down the best tea shop in the entire midwest 👌 knowledgeable staff and very high quality tea. Never disappoints! great selection of teaware as well ^__^“

“Best coffee in mpls! 💓💓💓💓“

“They make a delicious latte!“

“More like Five Whaaattt? Like what is this in my mouth it's so good how did you fit this massive throbbing flavor in my mouth I've never had such a big hunk of pulsing joy flowing into my mouth and radiating through my body like this before you've really
done a lot
with Five Watt“

“Lovely atmosphere. Educational experience. Helpful and friendly staff.“

“Breakfast sandwich is fire. And the burrito is to die for. The beet Reuben is a fantastic veggie choice too. I'm in the neighborhood and I go here at least twice a week. Run, don't walk.

Vegetarian options: Beet Reuben is delicious“

“Some of the best espresso drinks I’ve ever had in the cities !“

“I've had a chance to talk with the owner, and hear his heart about the love he has for the people and the community around this amazing establishment. Although George Floyd square and the surrounding community have been impacted in so many ways, they have shown resilence and what it means to stand together. Bichota Cafe is a prime example of great leadership that have purposed in their hearts, that through all that has happened they believe something beautiful can be birthed. Bichota cafe brings family, friends, different ethnic backgrounds which ultimatley speak unity and diversity. This place is growing and will be very succesful in the years to come. GOD BLESS YOU ALL..“

“I almost want to gate keep this shop - that’s how much I love it. The warmest service! Everytime I’ve went they have provided me with kind, genuine recommendations and explainations. They have unique lattes such as one with beetroot powder and even one protein. I haven’t seen options at other spots. I feel like I need protein in every coffee I have going forward. I didn’t feel jittery at all like I normally do. Life changing experience for real! They have special made empanadas by Boludo too, which are incredible. Other pastries I’ve seen in the case come from RMY patisserie. It’s not the biggest shop, but I’m so glad they are here.“

“Great atmosphere, great coffee and the best caprese sandwich around.“

“Some great beers to choose from.“

“Amazing coffee and very cool vibe!“

“The staff were so incredibly helpful with recommendations and letting me try samples. I'd highly recommend checking this place out, the selection was fantastic.“

“They’re the best! Love that Oat milk is the default (though they have regular dairy and plenty of others too!)“