Saint Paul's Most Iconic Coffee Shops

Top Coffee Shops in Saint Paul

For some people, coffee is a treat; for others, it’s a necessity.

Whether you're looking for a caffeine fix or a place to meet, there’s a Saint Paul coffee shop for you.


Interior of Nina's Coffee Cafe with exposed brick walls and cozy seating
Nina's Coffee Cafe

Nina’s Coffee Cafe

Head to the Cathedral Hill neighborhood for a quaint and cozy coffee spot inside the historic Blair Arcade building. This rustic space is a must-see for any literature lover (Author F. Scott Fitzgerald lived in this neighborhood and frequented the shops on Selby Avenue) and it is home to a wide variety of delicious, caffeinated drinks and pastries.

Golden Thyme

A popular fixture of the historic Rondo neighborhood on Selby Avenue, his joint features specialty drinks named after infamous jazz artists and is well-known for its hearty soul food like shrimp & grits and gumbo.

Caydence Records & Coffee

Caydence is a haven for music lovers. This no-frills coffee shop + music store on the East Side features a variety of specialty drinks, baked goods, live music events, and a whole lot of vinyl.

A black mug with a latte and leaf art in the coffee
Caydence Coffee

Backstory Coffee

Roasting coffee in Saint Paul since 2014, Backstory moved to its West Side location in 2019 and opened its coffee bar offering a variety of coffee, pastries and other goodies. (Previously known as Bootstrap Coffee Roasters). Since, this Capital City cafe has expanded across the river to Minneapolis, and most recently in Bloomington.

Abogados Café

"Abogados" (which means "lawyer" in Spanish) takes its name after the owner's other profession in law. Fusing their love for Get a taste of Honduras at the first Latin-owned coffee spot in the Twin Cities right here in the Como Park neighborhood. This cute joint serves organic Latin American blends and includes a mercadito so you can take some beans home with you

Claddagh Coffee

Claddagh (pronounced kla’-dah) is an Irish symbol of two hands holding a heart, surmounted by a crown. The symbol represents love, friendship and loyalty – which Claddagh Coffee successfully emanates in the city of Saint Paul. Head to its locations on West 7th Street or Selby Avenue for a cup of gold and a bite to eat to compliment.

Groundswell

This bakery, cafe, and coffee bar serves handcrafted goodies in the Hamline Midway neighborhood. Stop in for a made-in-house baked treat, a good ole cup of Joe, and a selection of local art made by community makers.

Cafe Astoria

Astoria on West 7th has proven itself to be the most Instagram-worthy cafe in Saint Paul. With drinks like the 24K latte (complete with gold flakes), how could you not throw it on the 'gram? Open for dine-in, take-out, online ordering and curbside pick-up.

Lost Fox

Looking for a place to post up and get some work done? Lost Fox is your spot. With ample seating, you can spread out or meet with colleagues over your favorite caffeinated beverage. But don't stop there! Throughout the day, this space transforms providing lunch, happy hour, and dinner!

Workhorse Coffee

This queer-owned cafe is a community hub located just a half-block from the Raymond Avenue Green Line Station in the heart of the Creative Enterprise Zone. While you’re there, don’t miss the Smallest Museum in St Paul housed in a vintage fire-hose cabinet outside the entrance.

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