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  Anodyne

  4301 Nicollet Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55409 US +1-612-824-4300

  SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS. Anodyne is a hip, funky coffee house that serves food throughout the day. The place is popular with Minneapolis's trendy folks, but you'll also see business folks stopping in at lunch, munching gourmet sandwiches, or putting away a delectable pastry or two. The beverage selection runs from espressos to teas and cocoas. Entertainments include open-mic events and various bands and performers. Local artwork is displayed too.

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  Coffee Gallery

  1011 Washington Ave S Open Book Minneapolis, MN 55415 US +1-612-215-2626

  DOWNTOWN. Set in the lobby of a literary arts center, this coffee house is a city favorite. Its owner refers to it as the "living room of the neighborhood," and he plays the perfect host. Furnished with unmatched sofas, chairs, and tables, the place invites patrons to order a fragrant coffee or tea, soup, sandwich, cookie, or snack, and settle in with a book or magazine. Beer and wine increase the appeal. Plus, eight flavors of gourmet ice cream provide a smooth, sweet treat.

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  Isle's Bun & Coffee Company

  1424 W 28th St Minneapolis, MN 55408 US +1-612-870-4466

  UPTOWN. This old-style bakery serves gigantic cinnamon and caramel rolls that you can frost yourself! Take home one of their delicious pecan sticky buns, a coffee cake, a loaf of bread, or a dozen savory rolls for a warm welcome. A sunken floor, high ceilings and windows, and a counter lined with stools lend a light, airy feeling to the place.

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  Riverview Café and Wine Bar

  3753 42nd Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55406 US +1-612-722-7234

  LONGFELLOW. This neighborhood coffee shop offers organic, fair-trade coffees, tasty pizzas and sandwiches, and a separate, kid-safe area for little ones to romp in while parents relax with a cup of joe. Patrons in need of a sugar fix can find a decent selection of pastries, priced kindly. Sidewalk seating and free WiFi are additional attractions. The cafe adjoins Riverview Wine Bar ­ an alternative for a post-theater drink and a great place to unwind.

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  Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe

  1007 W Franklin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55405 US +1-612-870-0065

  UPTOWN. This family-owned ice cream shop has become a Twin Cities legend thanks to its huge assortment of homespun, traditional faves and more adventurous creations like Raspberry-Chocolate and Ginger-Cream. In fact, their ice cream is so revered by locals that many of the area's top restaurants serve it alongside their desserts. If it's too chilly for ice cream, don't let that keep you away; they also serve up specialty coffees and baked goods for the breakfast crowd.

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  Taraccino Coffee

  224 E Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55414-1014 US +1-612-617-0292

  NORTHEAST MINNEAPOLIS. Grab a cup of imported specialty coffee, a muffin, a cookie, or one of the coffee shop's rich desserts, and settle onto a sofa ­ with a good book in hand ­ to enjoy the comforts of this inviting, friendly coffeehouse.

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  Turtle Bread Company

  3421 W 44th St Minneapolis, MN 55410-1439 US +1-612-924-6013

  SOUTHWEST MINNEAPOLIS. How fortunate are folks in Linden Hills to have this bit of heaven nestled in their neighborhood. For years now, Turtle Bread has spoiled this side of Minneapolis with terrific homemade breads, pastries, pies, and cakes ­ not to mention reasonable prices. Head here to sample something special, and be ready for alluring aromas to captivate your senses right off the bat. At lunch, Turtle Bread offers great soups, salads, and sandwiches, which serve as excellent preludes to a decadent cheesecake splurge.

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  Uncommon Grounds

  2809 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55408 US +1-612-872-4811

  UPTOWN. Located in a Victorian house, this genteel coffeehouse evokes a romantic feel. Faux marble tables, rose-colored chairs, and green velour booths populate the many small rooms, and a patio opens in warm weather. In addition, light classical music plays in the background. Order from a menu of tea, coffee, cakes, soups, and sandwiches.

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  Zeno Cafe

  2919 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55408 US +1-612-824-6300

  UPTOWN. This hip, sleek coffee and wine bar offers an enticing selection of gourmet coffee drinks and appetizing desserts, along with a full menu and a fine selection of wines by the glass and bottle. French press coffee by the cup or pot is a great wake-up call or a welcome addition to a lagging afternoon. Specialty drinks like the Zeno Cafe Miel, espresso layered with honey and cinnamon, are snacks in themselves. White chocolate raspberry cheesecake, brownies, and carrot cake are just a few of the sweet treats from the dessert menu, which also offers dessert wines and after-dinner coffees.