50 Best Coffee Shops near Excelsior

“I’ve been here half a dozen times (parking is kinda difficult lately due to all the construction). I’ve brought friends here. I’ve had the best time, best coffee, and best almond croissants. Sitting outside - front or back - is always a treat. Now that my bicycle is fixed, I can come more often. Love this place!“

“A cute little space with a fireplace, seasonal decorations, paintings on the walls, free WiFi, a diverse menu, group seating and individual seating, cold drinks in a fridge, customer bathroom, children's art, bulletin board for community flyers, a water dispenser, checkerboard table with checkers (recycled bottle caps), etc. My baristas were extremely friendly and service was quick. Caramel frappe was delicious. They feature local art vendors and I purchased an adorable pair of earrings. If I lived here, I would be in this coffee shop every single week.“

“Sam is genuinely the greatest employee I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. This guy definitely deserves a raise. And Jacob and Michael also. They're pretty good too. Sam has literally never messed up a drink ever in his life. He is a total baller.“

“Delicious pastries, great service and atmosphere.“

“I GOT AN EXTRA NUGGIE 🥰 Bought a 4 peice and a 6 peice and got an extra nuggie in the 4 peice. Honestly love this team. They've also improved so much through the past like year and a half ive been going here (however ive been going to this one since freshman yr of HS, and I graduated 2024) and wow. top service even if you gotta go into the waiting spot. My food is almost always correct. 🫶🏼 thanks yall. You OG's need raises! 💯“

“I LOVE THIS PLACE!! The owner is AMAZING and the coffee was better than any of the big chain coffee!“

“Beyond impressed with the phenomenal customer service at CTC! The staff is so kind & incredibly helpful. I love trying their sandwiches, wraps and of course coffee too. Everything has been so great.“

“I stop by Basecamp almost every day for my iced coffee, and it never disappoints. I order the same drink each time, and the quality is consistently excellent. The staff is always friendly, and the service is top-notch. Skip the big chain coffee shops support Basecamp instead!“

“Great place for lots of awesome coffee and some wholesome treats. The pecan roll is very tasty, but there lots of options. Nice and friendly staff, and plenty of seating. I would recommend this unique bakery and coffee shop if you are in the City of Victoria“

“My go-to place for coffee when I don't want to drive to Starbucks. Baristas are super nice and inside is always clean. Never too busy (at least when I go) so there is always a table or chair available. Drinks never disappoint, consistent and tasty.“

“Absolutely amazing! Learned about The Fox and Pantry at Corks for a Cause Gala! Their food and presentations was absolutely top notch! The owner, Kim, is absolutely amazing and has such a heart for serving the community!“

“I always have excellent service at this caribou! One of my favorite stops for coffee, I'm a big fan of the iced flavored crafted press. It's lightly sweetened, creamy, and smooth. A big shout-out to Ethan who was super friendly and helpful today! And always provides excellent service when I see him!“

“I have been visiting this location for about a year now and I would gladly go out of my way (I live in St Paul) to stop here for a drink. Since day 1, the baristas have been AMAZING! Mitch and Faith treat me like an old friend. It's a great addition to my daily caffeine.
I typically order ahead of time in the app and I have never needed to wait for my order to be finished regardless of how busy they are. (I can't say the same for other locations.) In addition, they breeze through lines in a matter of minutes. It's crazy how well this team performs.
Please give them some major recognition because this Caribou should be setting the standard for all others!“

“Love this Place!!!! Would Recommend! Once you try it the Flavors are Amazing ! ❤️👍👍👍“

“I was help this morning by a lovely lady named Jill. She was so energetic and it was nice to see a smiling face earlier than 8 AM. She helped me fiddle with my gift card and was patient with me and appreciate the excellent service. And the drink was delicious as always too. Thank you, Jill!“

“It’s 2025 and Over $6 for a small latte. I think I need to buy my own machine.
It used to be affordable but slowly becoming an occasional treat for many people. I want to tip but I sure hope this extra dollar for each latte is going back to employee raises and healthcare“

“What a wonderful experience at the Chanhassen Caribou Coffee. The service was excellent. The staff was friendly, helpful, and I never felt rushed. You could tell they truly enjoy what they do. The cozy lobby made it the perfect, warm spot to sip coffee and relax with a good read. Thank you for such a welcoming space!“

“I ordered a hot decaf latte and was pleasantly surprised by how good it tasted—decaf coffee can be tricky to get right. I liked it so much that I went back to buy their beans. They had both regular and decaf options, so I picked up one of each. The staff were very friendly and clearly knowledgeable. When I asked them to grind my beans for a moka pot, they took extra care to get the grind size just right. As a nice touch, they even gave me a cute gift card with my purchase. Prices were reasonable, and overall I would highly recommend this place!“

“This location has the most amazing baristas, they made my soul crushing corporate job worth it because I got to see them. They are kind, human and doing the best they freaking can with what they've got. Shout out to the morning crew m-f, you are all a delight and the fact you know my drink and it's weirdness makes me feel so happy. Please give them all a raise, and customers you better tip well for these sweet people!!“

“Only thing that would make it five stars is speed! They can be a little slow at times due to how payments are captured at the drive thru and the awkward tipping questions as they hold the credit card machine. I think they need to improve this and make it simpler for customers and employees. Other than that 4 stars all the way!“

“Awesome coffee place in the EP suburbs. The place is lively, serving awesome coffee and great food. It reminds me of a big house with big happy family, feels like home. Parking space is limited for the number of people they can accommodate, especially on weekends, it can get difficult to find parking, so please plan wisely!! Must visit!!“

“I love having this addition to the neighborhood! It is so easy to place my order on the app and just drive up and pick up my order. While I'm there I often stop and get a couple of groceries as well. Clean, friendly, not overly crowded, and lots of seating in the upper level.

Parking: I have been there several times in the morning and have never had a problem finding plenty of parking.“

“I'm a retired chef from Louisiana but living in Nashville nowadays. I know about eating healthy and I would give this place 2 thumbs up.“

“Free wifi! (doesn’t appear that you have to order food)! If you want to dine in, unfortunately, the tables/booths are usually occupied with solo surfers. Only the drive-through seems busy. It’s like a library with coffee if you want that, or not.“

“Wonderful team with great suggestions and assistance! Best coffee around- whoever roasts their coffee is an expert!!! We had our crew meeting there and they accommodated no problem with a quick call ahead! I would recommend it highly!!“

“Awesome local tea shop. It’s legit—there’s no brand name teas here. Everything is packaged there and the owner is friendly and knowledgeable. Do not buy tea anywhere else! Come here. 🍵 🫖 😊“

“Used the drive through to order 2 Turkey bacon minis, a cinnamon coffee cake, a small light roast coffee, anD a large extra hot chocolate mocha coffee. The barista was VERY nice both during the ordering process and at the window and the order was done perfectly. I love Caribou!“

“We decided to go with Berry Coffee Company to provide beverages for our driver break room area. They have been great to work with so far. Good equipment, good prices and excellent service. It's also great to work with a local company that has the ability to meet our needs.“

“Caribou d/c their apple cider which is my partner's favorite since he can't have caffeine. It's disappointing to say the least. The atmosphere wasn't great because of people thinking they need t he volume in their vehicle so loud it hurts others' ear drums. The people working at our Caribou are fantastic!!“

“A fun shop with great, polite staff! The artwork adds great ambiance to the store. Bacon, tomato egg open face sandwich was tasty but all cold when brought to the table. The place was busy. It is nice place to relax.“

“I just stopped for my usual mocha - no food. The barista was nice, but since the store was nearly empty that time of day (early evening), I had to sort of call out to get someone from the back room. Once she was at the counter, she did a fine job and my mocha was good and just as I’d ordered (dark chocolate & extra hot).“

“Fitonka has a huge variety of yummy energizing teas and healthy shakes at an affordable price. Excellent customer service and they even offer call ahead orders. I highly recommend stopping into this shake shop that's full of fun, vibrant, and positive energy to meet all of your nutritional needs!“

“Very nice location, close to the biggest attraction in Medina, as well as plenty of the essentials.

The service was crazy fast, and my ludicrously complicated order was perfectly executed on the first try! Even got a chocolate espresso bean on the lid. :)“

“This Ridgedale location is my 'go-to' when visiting the mall. The guy waiting on me was so nice and friendly, and offered wonderful service. Typically, I have the Ham & Swiss croissant sandwich, which is delicious. But this time I tried the NEW Grilled Cheese on Sourdough, and was disappointed. I will still return, but will order my usual.“

“LOVED 👏👏 amazing location. I LOVE getting Caribou Coffee every time im in MN. Got my drink in less than 30 seconds, tasted amazing, and this cafe was spotless and comfy.

Every time I get:
➡️ iced matcha latte
➡️ medium
➡️ cold foam

total was $5.40“

“Total hidden gem in the southwest metro! Incredible food, killer cocktails, and the whole “roll the dice and let fate decide” concept is such a blast. It turns dinner into an experience — and we couldn’t be happier they opened here.“

“I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Shakopee - 17th Ave, by Target! The team was incredibly welcoming and helpful, making my visit truly enjoyable. From the moment I walked in, I felt valued and appreciated as a customer. The store was clean, well-organized, and easy to navigate. The staff went above and beyond to assist me and ensure I found exactly what I needed.

It’s rare to find such exceptional customer service, and this location exceeded my expectations in every way. Thank you for making my day brighter! I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this location to others!“

“I picked up an apple fritter at 6:00 am this morning. It was the best apple fritter I’ve ever eaten. It was still warm in the middle, crispy on the outside and chewy in the middle. Delicious! The Spanish Latte was amazing too. 10 out of 10. Loved it!“

“I love the new manager here. She remembered my drinks just after a few times of me going and it's always perfect and quickly made. I'm really impressed by how she handles the line of people while maintaining a positive attitude and smile, especially since I don't think I've ever seen anyone working in the shop with her. This is my go to spot for coffee!“

“The customer service was awesome 👌🏻 Welcoming, friendly, smiling employees. I enjoyed myself Ho Ho Mint Espresso Shaker. Caribou is one of two of my favorite coffee shops/cafes. The wait time was less than 10 minutes. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience. Keep up the good work!!!“

“The store was fine. but you’re using my loyalty number and information to send me a survey every time I go in your store makes me not want to go to your store. Please take me off your survey punchlist. It is disrespectful of my time and the only reason that I took the survey was to give you this feedback. Store is great.“

“So in an absolute desperate need of caffeine with a kick of mocha we set out looking for Caribou. Found it and proceeded to the drive thru where we were greeted by the most enjoyable and pleasant voice that belonged to Mitch my superhero and caffeine plug of the day. I am a drama queen who teases and messes with everyone I come in contact with. Most people are caught off guard but dear Mitch gave it right back with such ease and grace I had nothing but respect and admiration for him. He even had the foresight to offer a shot or two of extra espresso. I will from now on only be frequenting this Caribou for the simple reason I will never cheat on my dear Mitch, he is the only barista for this Minnesota Momma.“

“The coffee was good. The wait time was a bit long. I placed my specialty order asking to replace the oat milk with heavy cream, but the drinks were still made like normal without following my requests. I had to wait longer because the requested change was not followed they just made the drink like normal.“

“One on my favorite breweries, they have great beer, friendly staff, and fun times. The brewery is very community centric, and dog friendly. There are two patios, one that is out front of the building and the other in updstairs. The upstairs patio is very quite and one the best kept secrets in Shakopee. The beers are great, the Hazy IPA is incredible and the Mexican lager is amazing. There is a reason these beers keep wining in the MN brewer's cup.“

“I don’t drink Caribou, but I stopped in with my kids to pick up a coffee for their mom. She’s the regular, not me. She has very specific order with special requests. Before I said anything, Suzanne already knew the order. Not my drink… Not a guess… The exact order, exactly how she likes it.

That kind of awareness and attention to detail is rare. I was genuinely impressed. Suzanne made the experience personal, smooth, and memorable.

She absolutely deserves recognition. Caribou, if you’re reading this, Suzanne is the kind of person who makes a difference.“

“Took a chance on a small mall coffee shop-what a surprise. Best coffee I’ve had around the Twin cities. Whatever coffee they’re using, it’s fantastic. Wish they had as many locations as the other chain stores (or at least one out in Eagan 😆)“

“Highlander Grog decaf is great! However their shipping is the slowest on earth! I am waiting for my order placed on Dec 1st to even ship! 20 days and counting!“

“One time I went this girl was really funny and I felt like that's what we need at humans is a good laugh. I ordered the Cloud Macchiato and we laughed and called it The Cloud Thing. This was the best experience I have ever had and I always go to this Starbucks. I recommend this!“