The Daily Grind Espresso Cafe

It would be a great addition if they gave discounts to people who bring their own containers, to bromate eco-friendly habits!

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Great and quick service, amazing breakfast sandwich that I will think about fondly for years to come. Love attached book store!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great coffee place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A great view of the St. Croix River from the patio!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Such a great place to be on a Saturday morning. The heated patio is fabulous 👌

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Makes decent coffee drinks. Their tap to pay machine hasn't worked for a long time. Why don't they get it replaced??

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

I'm not much of a coffee drinker, but I took my friend here and she loved her Americano drink. They have a nice selection of pastries/treats at the counter that looked delicious. They have a few tables inside to sit at. They also have a nice patio in the back that you can see the river from. It's attached to the bookstore, which is also a neat feature.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Daily Grind is truly a gem of Stillwater! If you haven’t had an opportunity to check this coffee shop out you should make it a priority! They have a wide range of drinks and food items to choose from. The atmosphere and setting is second to none in the area! My favorite items on the menu are the banana bread, the scones and the Cold brew is excellent! You can’t go wrong with this coffee shop.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great coffee shop along the St. Croix River!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Decent banana bread. OK miel. Absolutely terrible cold brew - weak and flavorless, as if it had only been brewed for a few hours. I took two sips and tossed it. If you're going to have cold brew on your menu, you should know how to make it.

Absolutely rude. Three people standing in a small space could not be bothered to even look at me. I asked 4 times if this was the cherry cordial and they yelled yes without eye contact and continued to ignore us. The drink was terrible. I threw it out.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 1

Every time we go, they are very accommodating for my wife. She is disabled and it is very inviting.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Daily Grind in Stillwater is a hidden gem with a caffeinated soul. It’s tucked inside a charming little bookstore—zero chain store vibes, all cozy indie magic. You walk in and instantly feel like you’ve stumbled into a secret coffee haven.

But first—a warning: the menu is HUGE. All hand-written on a giant chalkboard like a caffeinated scroll of destiny. It’s almost intimidating—like standing at the edge of a cliff, your brain spinning as your eyes frantically search for footing.
Deep breath. Take it one line at a time.
You’ll find your gem. And trust me, it’s worth the read—it is in a bookstore after all. 😉

My boyfriend and I each snagged one of their adorably named drinks—he got the Lindsey (a white chocolate masterpiece), and I got the Kristine, a blended raspberry and chocolate beauty. Total bliss. And, plot twist—I got the last of the raspberry! Complete kismet. The next person in line was denied, and I floated away victorious, sipping my perfectly blended drink while the universe high-fived me.

Both drinks were so good our taste buds started doing synchronized backflips. Eyes rolling back. Full coffee euphoria.
I was so enraptured I completely forgot to take a photo of the drinks.
Tragic for you. Epic for me.
Guess you’ll just have to go and experience it yourself. 😉

I did manage to snag a photo of the super cute jewelry they had for sale though—priorities, okay?

Whether you cozy up inside, hang out on their adorable patio, or stroll straight to the water with your drink, this place is perfection in-caffeinated.
(Warning: may cause spontaneous happy dances.)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I couldn’t help ordering the “Naughty Norwegian Latté”– delicious 😃. My husband enjoyed his made-to-order eggs & sausage breakfast. Also the fresh-squeezed juice was a plus. Yummy chocolate croissant and blueberry scone. We would’ve enjoyed the patio if the day was cooler— but still a great people-watching, fun community spot. A+

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Always a lovely drop-in at the folks at Daily Grind. They are a cornerstone of the community and delightful to chat with as you pick up your morning coffee. I normally go on Sunday mornings to enjoy the sunrise and quiet of downtown Stillwater. If you're a regular, definitely ask about opening a tab, it is very convenient.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5