Best Espresso-Focused Cafes in Minneapolis

North Loop

Multi-roaster cafe showcasing coffees from world-class roasters in a sleek, spacious setting with fireplace

Calhoun Isles

Roaster-café sourcing directly from Panamanian farms, born from off-grid sustainability principles and wood-fire roasting experiments

Cooper

Minneapolis roaster focused on washed single-origin coffees with rotating seasonal drinks and notable latte art execution

Hiawatha

Hiawatha micro coffee operation inside Okome House showcasing quality espresso and Taiwanese tea, with both indoor and peaceful outdoor patio seating

Northeast Minneapolis

Ethically sourced, direct-relationship coffee in a welcoming Northeast coffeehouse with house-made syrups and seasonal drinks

Longfellow

Mission-driven specialty coffee roaster sourcing directly from cooperatives like Costa Rica's Coop Libertad, empowering youth experiencing homelessness

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Non-profit coffeehouse in a converted frat house serving ethically-sourced coffee, craft lattes, and in-house baked goods

Downtown East

Minnesota-based franchise roasting single-origin beans from Papua New Guinea, Guatemala, and Colombia daily in-house

Saint Anthony Main

Multi-roaster cafe rotating beans from world-class roasters in a stunning historic space overlooking the Mississippi River

Mill District

Multi-roaster cafe rotating carefully selected specialty coffees alongside Cardigan Donuts and Honey + Rye baked goods

Saint Anthony Main

Latina-owned roaster spotlighting Latin American single origins and blends, from dark-roasted Qué Chimba espresso to light Machu Magic

Armatage

Basement roastery operation offering around 10 globally-sourced single origins, with fresh-roasted beans available Tuesdays and Saturdays

Saint Anthony Park

Community-focused coffeehouse in Saint Anthony Park serving locally roasted beans with friendly service and neighborhood charm

Northeast Minneapolis

Northeast Minneapolis coffee bar serving True Stone Coffee Roasters with locally-sourced Autumn Wood Farms milk in glass bottles

Fulton

Specialty roaster with a 'Flavor First' philosophy, small-batch roasting beans from individual farms with house-made syrups

Calhoun Isles

Owner-operated neighborhood cafe pouring craft lattes alongside Minneapolis' first toast bar and house-made vegan goods

Saint Anthony Main

Antipodean-inspired café serving craft espresso drinks with house-made syrups and seasonal coffee flights

Downtown East

Twin Cities roaster focused on relationship-driven sourcing and craft, serving their own beans in a hotel lobby cafe

Minnehaha

Neighborhood spot featuring creative affogato program with six variations, house-made gelato, and thoughtfully spiced signature drinks

Beltrami

Brooklyn-inspired specialty coffee destination in Beltrami with welcoming baristas, spacious seating, and quality espresso

Northeast Minneapolis

Northeast Minneapolis roaster-café featuring washed single origins, Hario Switch pour overs, and onsite roasting operations

Northeast

Twin Cities roaster and retailer cultivating direct relationships with farms to source, roast, and serve exceptional specialty coffees

Calhoun Isles

Bright corner cafe pouring Five Watt's house roasts in a character-rich space with tall ceilings, vintage fixtures, and creative energy along bustling Lyndale

North Loop

Twin Cities roaster with exceptional sourcing, in-house roasting, and baristas who deliver artful specialty coffee experiences

Saint Anthony Park

Minneapolis-St. Paul roaster since 2010 specializing in washed process single origins with rotating Ethiopian selections

Downtown Minneapolis

Multi-roaster cafe rotating beans from world-class roasters with skilled baristas crafting excellent espresso and single origins

King Field

Modern neighborhood shop with Gibraltar pours and skilled baristas crafting latte art, plus a weekend oatmeal bar

Standish

North woods-inspired roastery and cafe crafting their own beans with careful attention to roast profiles and espresso quality

Standish

Neighborhood cafe pouring single-origin espresso from fair trade beans sourced through small-batch roasters and family farms

North Loop

Multi-roaster cafe featuring rotating lineup of top specialty roasters, with creative coffee flights and craft beverage program

Calhoun Isles

Minneapolis specialty collective with experimental drink program and living room vibes for rad coffee enthusiasts

Downtown Minneapolis

Downtown specialty coffee refuge serving latte art-topped espresso drinks with attention to craft and presentation

Harrison

Rule-breaking specialty roaster led by Q Grader Hayden Harpole, crafting exclusive microlots and unique blends since 2015

Lowry Hill East

Community-focused shop with carefully sourced beans and proper pour over service, complete with insulated carafes

North Loop

Community coffee shop in North Loop featuring carefully sourced beans, seasonal lattes, and creative drinks like Nordic Lattes and Pistachio Einspanners

Central

Minneapolis roaster at George Floyd Square specializing in Latin American single origins connecting coffee culture from farm to cup

Mid-City Industrial

Organic-focused Minneapolis roaster crafting espresso and coffee in an industrial setting since 1993, with on-site roasting

Seward

Tiny in-house roastery in Seward pouring strong, vibrant coffee with a low-key vibe and ample laptop-friendly seating

Downtown Minneapolis

Sleek downtown coffee bar in the iconic Nicollet Mall corridor serving carefully crafted espresso and specialty beverages

King Field

Founded by US Roaster Champion Tony Querio, featuring in-house roasted beans and house-made syrups with cocoa-forward espresso profiles

Linden Hills

Family-owned roaster since the 1970s sourcing beans from 60+ countries, with on-site roasting and custom brewing in Linden Hills

Howe

Longfellow neighborhood spot serving Tiny Footprint Coffee alongside house-made baked goods, breakfast, and lunch menus

Downtown Minneapolis Skyway

Minneapolis-based roaster and skyway cafe serving their own thoughtfully sourced coffees roasted in-house by a dedicated team

East Isles

Twin Cities roaster delivering exceptional specialty coffee through direct farm relationships and skilled barista craft

Powderhorn

Twin Cities roaster and retailer cultivating direct relationships with coffee farms to deliver exceptional specialty coffee experiences

North Loop

In-house roasting operation with a coffee bar serving their seasonal single-origin roasts in a light-filled North Loop space

Downtown Minneapolis

Saint Paul micro-roaster exploring rare single-origin micro-lots with skyway-level tasting room serving pour overs and espresso

Powderhorn

Saint Paul roaster's Powderhorn outpost showcasing single-origin micro-lots with unique and rare flavor profiles from direct farm relationships