50 Best Coffee Shops near Vadnais Heights

“Love me some Starbucks! This location is fast. Place my order on their app and rarely wait long unless there are big orders in front of me. They don't make my beverages until I'm in the drive thru and I'm grateful for it. Nothing sucks more than watered down drinks. 5 stars at this location!“

“I usually grab a coffee and a treat for my daughter before we begin our target shopping. Past couple times their espresso machine has been down <sobs quietly>, so I've chosen iced decaf coffee instead. Staff is friendly too.- I would recommend this store having a decaf cold brew on hand because hot decaf on ice isn't the tastiest.“

“Great coffee and atmosphere.“

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

“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“

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

“I enjoy "mining" the $2 bins for hidden treasures!“

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

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

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

“Grab A Quick cup of Decentable of coffee“

“First bluegrass jam today. People and space fantastic. I’ll be back.“

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

“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!“

“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!!! 😋 ❤️🤟“

“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.“

“The service is amazing and the food is so delicious! I love the ham torta sandwich. :) Definitely check them out!“

“I went here for the first time today. The service was amazing, the coffee and food was great, and they have a cute little merchandise area. I will definitely be going again!“

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

“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“

“The owner is just WONDERFUL! Great service and very personable- a Saint Paul icon.“

“This is my favorite caribou in all the franchises and may be my favorite cafe on grand avenue! And it’s all because of the wonderful staff at this location :) Everyone is kind and engaging, it feels like a community experience walking in, plus I get a great dark chocolate mocha and a bit of tasty breakfast.“

“Good coffee. Great mission.“

“The best coffee I have ever had! Although the don’t have a special coffee I Ike, the make it for me. The owners will make it up when I walk up. Small family business. 💕“

“They make a delicious latte!“

“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.“

“Loved Mocha and Cortado !“

“Came in to get some work done and left with a smile. The staff were so kind and helpful—it honestly made my day.

Edit 7/19: I was very talkative and took up the time of the baristas while they made drinks this busy morning. They were so kind and accommodating! I don’t always read the room properly. So I appreciate it. Thanks to the ‘bou!“

“Cute, cozy neighborhood staple in a trendy, busy part of Saint Paul. They have an expansive breakfast menu with lots of sweet and savory options, and their drink menu is impressive as well! I tried the ube matcha iced latte, which was delicious, sweet, and smooth. Additionally (not pictured) I got their seasonal pumpkin smoothie which was sweet, nourishing, and had interesting fresh ingredients (sweetened with fresh dates!) Their lemon ricotta pancakes are huge, served with a generous amount of lemon curd and impeccably fresh blueberries. The texture is great: soft but not underdone, fluffy without being too heavy. We came at a busy time, so while drinks came out quickly, the food was a tad slow. All in all, though, I'd love to come back and try more menu options!“

“Savannah is the best! She helped me out when an attempted second date 🕺🏿took a turn for the crazy & kept me safe from a thief who likes to steal cups & spoons. (Inside joke here, but true). Her quick thinking did the trick & I am eternally grateful! Thank you Savannah for saving the day and for the tea☕️. It was especially wonderful!!“

“I love this location. Always a steady line of people coming through. The service is really great, and you can tell they have a great rapport with their regulars. Can be a little slow to get your drink so I don’t recommend if you’re in a rush. The chia pudding is made in house and came with the freshest blueberries. I like to get the Fogwood special when I come here which is a tea latte. Plenty of tables with outlets.“

“Fantastic coffee, incredible apple fritters. Staff were kind and attentive. They have a large coffee roasting oven behind the counter, so the entire place smells heavenly. Only one bathroom though, so don’t drink your coffee too quick.

Will be back, and likely will be purchasing coffee beans from them in the future.“

“I really love this location but the young lady who was making my cooler got kinda snappy with the cashier because I wanted extra ice.
Golden blonde hair with pony tail and hair band 5’3 - 5’5 thin build caucasian
Female. Other than that perfect“

“I don't frequent this caribou since it's pretty out of the way for me, but in the 5ish times I've stopped here over the past couple years, I've always received a high-quality drink, the staff have always been friendly, and the environment has always been well maintained when I'm there! I wish my local caribou was half as consistent!“

“Yummy blue berry scones and of course coffee!“

“Alex and Jojo are an absolute delight! I came thru the drive thru just before closing time and someone was ahead of me ..ordered at least 5 drinks and they were still pleasant as could be and smiling. At the end of a long Sunday of Memorial weekend .that was amazing customer service!“

“I needed a great cup of coffee on a cold rainy afternoon & stopped into Caribou where I know the coffee is always perfect. Never a disappointment. Greeted with a smile and fun time guessing the trivia question of the day. Always wonderful at caribou!“

“The staff is very helpful and friendly! I’m always greeted with a smile! Today I even got a beverage recommendation and it was awesome!“

“This Caribou, in particular, has THE MOST ELITE staff. They are extremely outgoing, they anticipate needs of customers, they are friendly, masterfully managed and they remember you. Outstanding, way to go Fairview Caribou! And no, I don't work there and neither does anyone that I know....Just a customer“

“Starbucks made a big wrong move opening next to Caribou. Specially, the one in Lino Lakes that one is the most premium Caribou I have ever been to. They’re always busy lines of cars to the drive-through. Also, Caribou knows how to hire quality beautiful women compared to Starbucks The people at Caribou move like they took a 10 shot espresso but with a smile wow I love going to Caribou plus it always looks slow every time I pass Starbucks to go to Caribou“

“I tried to use my streak week rewards in the App and it stated that it could not reward it, so I went inside to see if it could be used at the counter and the gal was able to access it there and reward it to me. I kindly thanked her for that.“

“Great people work there. Always welcome you“

“First time and it was delicious“

“I went to co-work with some friends. The coffee was great! They had a mushroom and cheese croissant type thing that was also delicious. The place was clean and the vibes were great. I love all the art they have around.

The staff were sweet and accommodating. I am asking my buddies to put this place on our co working rotation.“

“The staff at this location are stellar! They are friendly, talkative and very helpful! My drink was made to perfection and my chocolate croissant was heaven on a plate. Great service overall. Quiet place, easy to meet up with friends or just gather your own your own thoughts.“

“Very comfortable environment! Folks that work there are excellent with customers, they are kind, attentive and you can tell they want to be there, too.“

“This has to be one of my favorite Caribou shops hands down! I actually had a bad experience at this location years ago and avoided it, but I am really glad I gave it a redo because the staff there is awesome which is why I keep coming back now!“

“I stopped to purchase a bag of beans. The staff person was delightful, friendly, efficient and took care to make sure that I really wanted the decaf that I had selected. The labeling is somewhat subtle and they made sure that i knew that it was decaf. I really appreciate that attention to detail.“

“Great spot to sit and take a beat. The coffee is fantastic. The seasonal specials are delicious. They have a solid selection of sweet and savory pastries. If you’re feeling decadent, get a Carmella with oat milk and slowly melt into a puddle!“