-
- English
- Français
- Log In
- Sign Up for Yelp
Alexandra H.'s Profile
Places I Pretended to Study
See All Lists
1. Spyhouse Coffee Shop
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 871-3177
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Whittier
Spyhouse is a refuge for the college student who's sick of the traditional campus coffee shop scene...unless you go to MCAD and you're already lucky enough to have a Spyhouse near campus.
There's a Spyhouse in Uptown & on Eat Street, however I'm…More »
2. Common Roots Café
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 871-2360
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
American (New),
Caterers
Neighbourhood: Uptown
Seasonal menu change! Yay!
Things on my "Must Consume" List:
- Cauliflower Leek Risotto
- Cotija Enchiladas
- Sweet Potato Whoopie Pie
- Truffle Mac and Cheese...oh wait, already ate that one. Round 2?
If you're looking for me at all this fall, I'll be…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
-
8/4/2010
Is it possible to move into a coffee shop? Because I wouldn't mind spending all of my time here.
… Read more »
3. Nina's Coffee Café
St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 292-9816
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Cathedral Hill
Nina's, even though we've only known each other for approximately 5 hours, I think it is safe to say that "this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship." (And since most of your visitors have been lingering as long as I have, I think I'm not…More »
4. Wilde Roast Café
Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 331-4544
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Breakfast & Brunch,
American (New)
I like it here. You can't help but feel inspired in a place that's named after the man who gave us gems like "We're all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars." On another note, they also sell "National Embarrassmints"--which you…More »
5. Tao Natural Foods
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 377-4630
Categories:
Health Markets,
Vegan,
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: Uptown
Tao has really become one of my favorite (mostly) guilt-free places to eat in the Twin Cities. Between the juice bar, delicious food options and herbal supplements, I am pretty sure they have everything I could ever need to stay healthy.
Don't get me…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
-
8/4/2010
I never felt more "granola" in my life than when I hung out at this restaurant. Next time I'm going… Read more »
6. The Coffee Shop NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 259-8478
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Northeast
Forgot to mention there's a free parking lot adjacent to the building for those who plan on hanging out longer than 90min. Huge perk!
1 Previous Review: Show all »
-
12/22/2010
There is an outlet strip along the bottom of the wall: BINGO.
Whoever said "We should install one of… Read more »
7. Coffee News Cafe
St. Paul, MN 55105
(651) 698-3324
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Diners
Neighbourhood: Mac-Groveland
Two words: Bottomless. Coffee.
Sure, it's kinda crappy coffee, but if it keeps the crowd happy and alert when announcements like "Hey, we're closing" come around, it sounds like a good proposition to me.
Halfway through a paper, I decided to reward…More »
8. The Purple Onion Cafe
Minneapolis, MN 55467
(612) 252-0217
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: University
Being in the heart of Dinkytown you'd think the Purple Onion would be an ideal study spot.
Au contraire.
Maybe it's not trying to be one (I think Lila C. hit it on the nail when she said "it depends what you're looking for"), but being so close to…More »
9. Brewberry's-the Coffee Place - CLOSED
Saint Paul, MN 55105
(651) 699-1117
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Mac-Groveland
First of all, I didn't know that Brewberry's was an Espresso Royale joint. Judging from the numerous families hanging out and the random assortment of furniture, I thought I accidentally mistook an elementary school for a coffee shop. (The coffee…More »
10. Heavenly Daze Coffee House - CLOSED
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 341-1106
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: West Bank
I always avoided Heavenly Daze because it seemed to lack the character (and space) that most of the coffee shops I frequent have. (And I gotta be honest with you, I think the name is uber cheesy.)
Anyways, I stopped in between classes one day because…More »
11. Moose & Sadie's
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 371-0464
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: North Loop
I really like the place. Really. It manages to be cozy and trendy at the same time, and I love all of the natural light and seating options. (I also love the word "and" apparently.)
That being said, one of the things I loathe most in this world is…More »
12. Peace Coffee Shop
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 877-7760
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Longfellow
Thank you, Annie D., for bringing this place to my attention!
I'm a Peace Coffee fan, so I think it's quite wonderful that they decided to open up a café of their own..and even more wonderful that they sell Common Roots' bagels there. As Bogey once…More »
13. Caribou Coffee
I moved to suburbia temporarily, thus I needed to find a new coffee shop to inhabit. Even though I'm not a huge "chain" person, this is a great 'bou. The baristas are really friendly (and they come around with free samples) and the tall windows fill…More »
14. Mapps
Minneapolis, MN 55467
(612) 338-6398
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: West Bank
Mapps is a decent option for UMN West Bank students in need of a study location other than the library. There are a lot of tables and I've never had any issues with the WiFi. The coffee drinks are good, but in my experience they take a little while…More »
15. May Day Café
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 729-5627
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
Vegan,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Powderhorn
May Day has been on my radar for awhile, seeing as Yelpers love it so.
I finally dropped by last Friday...and I get it. The place has a complete "Central Perk/we-all-hangout-here" vibe--I'd even wager that it's the most "neighborhoody" café in the…More »
16. SiP coffeebar
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 331-1686
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Northeast
I'm happy to have spent a leisurely afternoon at SiP. It's neatly tucked away next to the Grainbelt building in NE, and judging from the numerous stop-ins, it's clearly appreciated (and frequented) by regulars...and for good reason: The baristas are…More »
17. Open Book
Minneapolis, MN 55415
(612) 215-2650
Categories:
Bookstores,
Art Galleries
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
Open Book is a combination of many things I love and appreciate: design, tall ceilings, art, cheery ambiance, free parking, free Wi-Fi and of course, caffeinated beverages.
Besides the aforementioned aspects, I also love that Open Book has a lot of…More »
18. Minneapolis Central Library
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 630-6000
Category:
Libraries
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
I'm not exaggerating when I say that I'm here pretty much all of the time.
This library is an architectural gem and a fantastic place to get some work done (if you can peel your eyes off of the stacks and cease the people-watching, that is.)
There are…More »
19. Corner Coffee
If it weren't for a meeting, I don't know if I would have ever discovered this awesome spot!
The eclectic interior is a lot like my beloved Spyhouse and--dare I say it--maybe even more cozy. I love that they have a couple of leather couches in…More »
20. Dunn Bros Coffee
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 692-8530
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
Easily the most charming Dunn Bros in the Twin Cities.
While I was sitting in there the other day, I couldn't help but think about how much the layout reminds me of an old east coast college commons or campus union. There are 2 floors and the majority…More »
21. Dunn Brothers Coffee
"Hello, Dunn Brothers? Hi. I love your coffee and all, but I'm wondering if we could make a deal with regards to your enchanting edifice..."
I seriously want to make it my apartment.
Envision exposed brick, wood floors, leather armchairs, ample natural…More »
22. Jackson's Coffee and Gelato
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Uptown
Jackson's is a whole lot of good things going on in one shop:
- Friendly service
- Cozy seating
- Coffee, tea, sandwiches, etc.
- Free WiFi
- Large windows
- Free parking (approx. 4-5 spots behind the building)
- Good music
AAAAAND....(drumroll…More »
23. Bob's Java Hut
Bob's Java Hut is the kind of place where leather is ubiquitous, cigarettes dangle from mouths and the java-slinging barista casually says "Well that fu*$kin' sucks because it's YOUR deal, not mine," to a customer known by name.
In other words, I love…More »
24. Butter Bakery Café
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 521-7401
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
Bakeries,
Cafes
Butter Bakery is the epitome of the "eat local" movement. They have a ton of information about the farms they source from and use the table markers to introduce the farms and farmers to patrons. Behind the counter, a sign tells you how much of your…More »
Recently updated lists from Alexandra H.
Sweet Tooth (16) |
Vegging Out (15)Best Places for Vegetarians |
Loitering (49)I love these places SO MUCH...I'm bound to get picked up for loitering. |
Like Mother Like Daughter (24)Places to bring your Momma! |
Sur de Minneapolis! (10)The gems in the south Minneapolis area. |
Downtown (28)Places you didn't see in the Mary Tyler Moore show. |
Boozehounds (32)(Self-explanatory) |
Eliteness is Sweetness (15)A collection of the Yelp Elite parties I've attended. |
ROTDs (8)I'm so vain, I probably think this list is about me. |
North Loopy (5)North Loop spots. |
See all 39 lists »
- 183 Friends
- 185 Reviews
- 21 Review Updates
- 8 Firsts
- 14 Tips
- 19 Fans
- 93 Local Photos
- 28 Events Submitted
- 39 Lists
-
Rating Distribution
Loading...
- View more graphs »
Review votes:
324 Useful, 240 Funny, and 269 Cool
Twin Cities, MN
Yelping SinceJuly 2010
Things I Loveyoga, music, travel, vintage, being on a bicycle, arnie palmers, margaritas, whiskey gingers, mark ruffalo, sons of anarchy
Find Me InDownward Facing Dog
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I'm blogging with my frenz http://www.ladieswhobr...
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI get around. (In the decent, literal way.)
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadNo One Belongs Here More Than You by Miranda July
My First Concert98 Degrees (my mom drove/chaperoned)
My Favourite MovieForever & ever: Amélie, Fling: Drive
My Last Meal On EarthGarlic naan - lightly buttered please...AND bottomless guac & chips.
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...4/25/11 is my Veggeversary!
Most Recent DiscoveryMeatless Sundays at Haute Dish
Current CrushImprov!