St. Paul · Minnesota, MN
Best coffee in St. Paul
Scout analyzed 85 St. Paul places and surfaced the ones that actually fit coffee.
Places analyzed
85
Matches
12
Typical spend
$15
Typical visit
49 min
Best neighborhoods for coffee
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Nightlife
Minnesota Music Cafe
Minnesota Music Cafe is a down-to-earth spot for live blues, R&B, and rock, perfect for an evening date or a social outing with friends. Expect to spend a few hours enjoying music, drinks, and pub fare.

Macalester - Groveland
Roots Roasting
Roots Roasting is a good spot for a quick coffee break or to do some work, easily paired with errands. Expect to spend $5-15 and stay for around 30 minutes.

Lexington - Hamline South
yellowbird coffee bar
A typical coffee shop for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, expect to spend under $15 for a drink and a light bite. It's suitable for a 30-minute break before or after other activities.

Macalester - Groveland
Spyhouse Coffee Roasters | St. Paul
This coffee shop is suitable for a solo work session or a casual meet-up, pairing well with a walk around the neighborhood. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and about $5-15 per person for coffee and a pastry.

Cathedral Hill
Nina's Coffee Cafe
Nina's Coffee Cafe is suitable for a casual solo or small group outing, perfect for a light breakfast or afternoon coffee and snack. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-$15 per person.

South Como
Abogados Café
Abogados Café is a low-cost coffee shop suitable for a quick, relaxed solo visit or a casual meetup. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a light bite over 30 minutes to an hour.

West Seventh - Fort Road
Cafe Astoria
Cafe Astoria is a casual spot for breakfast, brunch, or a coffee break, suitable for an hour-long stop. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person on crepes, pastries, or coffee.

Highland Park
JS Bean Factory
JS Bean Factory is a good spot for a relaxed morning coffee or an afternoon study session, especially if you enjoy live music. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and pastries.

Highland Park
Quixotic Coffee
Quixotic Coffee is a mellow spot for a relaxed solo or small group outing, ideal for grabbing coffee and pastries. Expect to spend an hour and $5-15 per person.

South St. Anthony Park
Dogwood Coffee - St. Paul
This coffee shop is a good spot for a quick stop to grab a drink or a casual meet-up, typically lasting 30-60 minutes. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person.

West Seventh - Fort Road
Claddagh Coffee
This is a good spot for a casual coffee and a bite, perhaps as a solo stop or a quick meet-up. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

South St. Anthony Park
Workhorse Coffee Bar
This is a good spot for a casual coffee stop or to get some work done. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person for coffee and a pastry.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 12 of the 85 analyzed St. Paul places fit coffee.
- 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 17% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quiet, Playful, Quirky.
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