Good drinks and treats in such a cool building! I love how they’ve kept the charm of the house. It is so cozy inside. Try their matcha with lavender- delicious! The rosemary chocolate muffin is great too.

Good coffee and friendly staff. Nice atmosphere.

Super cute, wonderful staff, and great drinks/food!

Superb coffee! Muffins have a very tasty/homemade flavor. Great delivery experience!

Lovely interior. Friendly staff. Cool spot!

Absolute coziness!! Cappuccino and banana bread very good. The lady at the counter, smiling and cute! 👍🏻

Discovering this quaint little cafe was like discovering a secret wonderland. Cozy setting with great service. Loved their hot ghiraldelli chocolate.

Lovely shop for some fresh coffee and baked goods! Very nice interior :)

Mmmmmm....yah-what everyone already said about this place. My problems were which hot bevie I wanted & to enjoy it inside or outside. The only problem was a full bicycle stand (which is REALLY a great problem to have - sigh*)

Cozy little shop. Easy to get to, great coffee!

Its a quiet, comfortable, and cozy place.Get a cup of coffee and relax

This coffeeshop is present in a older building that looks somewhat like an old fraternity housing, with actual greek life houses near by, on the edge of University of Minnesota. Not very large inside, or as neatly kept as spyhouse, but it has it own unique character inside. Yoyng professionals, professors, and students make up the customers.

The atmosphere here is cozy as all get-out. They also make a killer chai. It looks real unassuming from the outside but once your in it youll discover its charm.

Great tasting coffee in a really neat environment. Feels like youre in an old house. Very warm and cozy aesthetic. Friendly staff and reasonable prices.Parking in that area of town is not the easiest to come by, but being on a college campus I dont think most people there drive a whole lot while on campus anyways.

Fun college hangout, but the parking sucks.

Like entering a Harry Potter coffee shop. Magical, a step outside of the ordinary.... into the ordinary supernaturalness of God. Have a seat and allow the music to minister to your soul. Maybe come with pen and paper and listen to what your heart wants to say.. there is a quiet peace resting over this space. Also.. the eye opener done miel style is 💕💕💕💕BAM! 💕💕💕💕

McDonalds quality coffee at high, high, prices. Youd be better off spending your money at Caribou--plus, the employees at Caribou care enough about customers to wear masks properly.

First time going there and honestly had no idea what to get. I decided to get the Golden Milk Latte which was AMAZING! I didn’t expect it to be so flavorful! Definitely found an amazing coffee shop that is near campus!

Cozy, comfy place u can study or just enjoy your cup or happiness

Pretty bad coffee quality

This is the first coffee shop I have found in the Twin Cities that I truly enjoyed. Its in a cozy little ivy-covered brick building and somehow feels like a cottage inside. There is a fireplace, couch, and comfortable chairs and tables that leave enough space for people to work on their computers while others chat. Dont go for food, but the coffee drinks are nice. I had one called eye of the tiger, which was espresso and chai. They had a good list of teas, too. I will be coming back soon.

My favorite coffee place in town. It is cozy, and pretty!

A little more than your typical college coffee shop. In only one visit, its easy to tell they do coffee right. Cafe Miel and other drinks that are often too sweet in other shops are spot on. Coffee is recently roasted and resultingly smooth. Top notch all around. Worth seeking out and stopping at.

Fantastic coffee. Fresh baked goods that they bake on location. Great vibe.

This is a quiet-yet-lively, roomy and elegant space. I love the variety of seating arrangement, small tables and chairs, comfortable armchairs, bigger couches. Electric outlets. Large windows. One space is semi detached with a large work table for groups studying or meeting. Delicious hot chocolate. Beautiful cups. The atmosphere and the space are my favorites. Its also very close to a University of Minnesota campus so its a nice crowd, too.

Coffee and baked goods are great. My truck got broken into at 9am and most of things inside were stolen while I sipped my coffee peacefully inside. Whats up with Dinkytown?

Very cool place for me to chill and have a cup of coffee. Me and my friends come here everyday during summer to get coffee between class and we enjoyed our time here! Nice staffs, looks really cool inside. Sometimes crowded but pretty sure you will get a seat easily.

I walked in here with a group of friends after a basketball game at Williams Arena and found myself in a cute, quaint, comfy coffeeshop filled with comfy couches, unique rooms and very nice people! The idea behind remodeling a retired frat house into a coffee shop is a great idea and the whole place is rather cute. Drinks were good as well

Wonderful place to study and meet a friend for coffee! Very cozy homey atmosphere probably because this hidden gem of a coffee shop used to be a sorority house! Plenty of seating and study groups can reserve the library table for meetings. My favorite place to sit is by the original fireplace. Local art displayed on the walls as well which supports local artists and adds bonus points!!!

A really sweet and cozy campus coffee shop. The specials always catch my eye with adorable hand drawn signs. Its a great place to work or have a little meeting. The tables are close together, so you might want to bring headphones or embrace the chatter. I have had my best eaves dropping there, haha!

Wonderful atmosphere and overall a great place to study. Easy to forget about everything but what youre working on while drinking some tea and munching a muffin.

Nice people great coffee

Such a cozy and charming little coffee shop! The baristas and bakers are friendly and talented! The ambiance is perfect for studying or a small meeting. There is a small library room that can be reserved ahead of time. (Psst... get there early before all the baked goods sell out!)

The coffee and pastries were good. I did not like the seating arrangement but it is a casual environment for people looking for a bit different experience.

The baked goods are incredible. I love the scones and could eat their chocolate chip cookies for days. They know what they are doing with their coffee - my favorite is their honey cardamom latte. Awesome atmosphere - cozy lighting and plants everywhere. Best place on campus for students, professors, or anyone who loves great coffee.

Great atmosphere thats always cozy, warm, and homey. Library room can be reserved anytime for a private group meeting - my group has found this space the perfect size and very comfortable with couches, a table, and even board games. I had one poorly-made cappuccino, but every other drink or bakery item Ive ordered has been delicious.

Super cozy little coffee nook with small tables and couches. Entrance on the side.

Great place. Really relaxing atmosphere plus the great food

Very friendly staff. Comfortable atmosphere. Local artist work for sale on the walls. Great coffee in a convenient location.

Great food, great staff, really nice home-away-from-home feel. I highly recommend it and everyone I talk to that has been here say they love it! They also have ethically sourced coffee.

Really cute and has great coffee. I just didnt see a gluten free and dairy free option for bakery items.

By far my favorite cafe of the many that I went to while visiting Minneapolis. Extremely cozy, tasty bakery stuff, good drinks, wall outlets if you need them. Id come here all the time if I could.

It’s literally 1pm at night and I’m craving their muffins and hot chocolate. Great place with a very warm and cozy atmosphere.

The hot chocolate was delicious and the atmosphere is superb! Very lovely place!

Easily the best place for coffee on the East Bank of the U of M Twin Cities campus.

My go to coffee shop on campus. I love to meet friends or study here.

This is place is cozy, perfect for low-key study dates and meetings. there are plenty of dietary options for drinks, and a limited selection of bakery items if you end up coming hungry. the layout is unique and homey, it’s quite a gem for its size and location. staff are friendly and conversational, service is timely, there is wifi and plenty of outlets for those with electronics. i got a lot of writing (typing) done here for my undergrad, and i’ll always come back to re-experience that level of productivity. parking can be dicey, especially on busy nights on the university campus, so come prepared to hunt down a good street spot.

A 5 star since theyre open on weekends now. Bordertown has reliably great quality coffee and the BEST quiche in the twin cities.

Cozy little coffee shop tucked into a renovated fraternity house. Good selection of homemade baked goods, paired with unique and tasty drink specials.Minus the star for being closed on the weekends.

The WiFi is acting funky and my study group could not get online.

Peaceful atmosphere. Espresso is very good here.

A little pricey, but the coffee is good. Baked goods are decent but not amazing. Has great atmosphere

Great atmosphere and pretty good lattes! Good place to do work, read or study. Welcoming, friendly staff

Fantastic local reprieve from the thicket of Dinkytown chain coffee shops. Old fraternity vibes make for a cozy and quirky study and hangout spot. Coffee, smoothies, hot chocolate and treats are all quality to boot.

Right on campus. Thats convenient. Coffee was pretty good, and the setup is cozy.

Gives off a typical college coffee shop vibe . Based on the U of M campus it rightfully should . I ordered a mocha and it was up in a jiff . The lady behind the cou ter was very polite and the coffee was 7/10 ( not my kind of roast) nothing against her :)

The staff are wonderful, the setting is cozy, the coffee is done right, and all of their baked goods are delicious. It is the only place Ive been where the vegan options are just as good as everything else. Gem!

Nice coffeeshop, one of the best in this part of town. Coffee was good, prices were fair, staff was average. Prepare to park on the street, possibly pretty far away.

Such a peaceful atmosphere! Great for studying, and I love that you can reserve the library room for a group. It is going to quickly become a favorite place to be.

Lovely coffee shop with comfy chairs and window seats. Pretty lighting and plants! Such a pleasant atmosphere to enjoy coffee and a pastry. And theres wifi!

Good coffee, great vibe, not often too packed, fine place to study and induce caffeine.

Serves true stone coffee. Very cozy. Could use a nice deep cleaning.

I used to love this place, but under its new management the quality of service seems to have seriously deteriorated. I place no blame on the baristas, who have remained pleasant and kind as Bordertown obviously struggles. Recently in particular, I have noticed a huge shift in the welcoming atmosphere Bordertown used to have. The gender neutral pronoun sign for the baristas seems to have disappeared as have the instructions on recyclables and compostables, which I thought were a lovely touch to the business. Its so disappointing to see such a neat place lose all of its charm and as a Christian the increasing lack of acceptance and environmental awareness is startling to me. Additionally, within the last month or so the entire espresso machine broke down, which I was super disappointed by. I hope this place can recapture some of its old magic, but I wont hold my breath.

Im surprised not to see more reviews about the obvious mouse infestation in this coffeehouse. I literally had a mouse run across my foot. I went and told the barista who was very apologetic and explained that they had told management multiple times and they still had done nothing about the issue. I will not be returning even though I used to go there for coffee almost every day. I feel like it cant be hygenic to order food and drinks in a place with a rodent problem.

I always go in here feeling like I should be speaking another language. Its quaint and European, and they do host several language speaking groups throughout the week! Check it out!

Fantastic, amazing, delicious coffee! I had the quiche which was also great. Spent about how much I would for breakfast at Starbucks or Caribou. Great local business!

The best place to drink coffee and the best place for an off campus chat. Staff are friendly and efficient. Parking is a nightmare, although a pricey campus garage is close at hand.

Ive spent most of my graduate school working from this awesome cafe. In my opinion, this is one of the best coffeeshops in town, perfect for casual meetings or working.

Espresso drinks are too expensive. Good atmosphere, good music, and close to campus. (Can get clogged with students on laptops)

The apple scone was delicious but the cappuccino was undrinkable. I took one sip and couldnt drink anymore. Plenty of tables if you just need a place to work. Beware the espresso drinks though.

Lovely space, great coffee. 11/10

One of my all time favorite coffee shops. VEGAN FRIENDLY!! Extremely cozy and comfortable. Unique drinks and food. Great lighting. Somewhere that feels great to meet with colleagues or friends, or spend time alone being productive or relaxing. The best coffeshop near the UMN definitely. My favorite drinks (I always love chai) have been the golden milk and lavender tea latte, and vegan gingerbread and a vegan orange and chocolate muffin.

Never had a bad experience here over the years. It can get loud when its full, but its the patrons, not the music. Good muffins, better coffee.

Typically fun staff, excellent service, and very good lattes. A nice atmosphere for a meet up, or solo gig.

Great local coffee shop in an old home. Try the honey lavender latte.

Service was alright but coffee was great definitely more of a grab and sits to the enjoy coffee shop not grab and go.

Busy spot with impressive coffee. Today was my first time there and it most definitely is a hotspot

Great place to meet up with friends and relax. A very cozy place with lots of comfy seating.

Great little coffee shop in Dinkytown set in a nice house, very comfy.

Very darling little place, quiet, wonderful atmosphere, and most importantly: stellar coffee.

Had a delicious iced americano. The espresso was great. Good atmosphere too. Very cozy.

Amazing service, great location. Free WiFi. A little noisy at times, but still a fine place to study/grab coffee.

This is an adorable coffeehouse on the first floor of a residential house. Good music and small cozy atmosphere.

Not to be confused with the epic trading destination from Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome, Bartertown (run by Master Blaster, obviously), this converted mansion has multiple levels of seating for groups small and large. The coffee is strong. The tea is hot. The service is excellent. The only thing keeping me from giving Boardertown five stars is that every once and a while, when school at the nearby University of Minnesota is not in session, the coffee shop will be unexpectedly closed because someone didnt show up for the early shift.

Incredibly inviting baristas, coffee is tasty, atmosphere is perfectly low-key (full of conversation and calming music). 10/10 would recommend

Great studying area, great food, great staff.

Had good tea but was filled to the max to where I could hardly find a place to sit. All the tables were very close together and so it felt a bit claustrophobic.

One of my favorite parts of campus. It is a hidden gem on campus.

Wonderful staff, wonderful coffee, wonderful atmosphere. Highly recommend it for studying, meetings, or just hanging out!

Excellent coffee, friendly staff, and interesting drink specials. I like the homey mix of furniture and the various rooms.

Cozy atmosphere, good selection of games, comfortable and varied furniture, wide selection of tasty and things to eat

Great Kombucha selection.

I enjoy getting coffee here if I know Ill be up late that night. Its a great place to study with other people, the enviornment is very relaxing.

Ordered an Americano and its quite tasty!The atmosphere here is great as well. Very pleasant cafe!

An okay place to study with decent atmosphere, good service, and pretty good beverages.

The only place in Dinkytown area with good espresso. Awesome staff and great ambiance/vibe.

Nice coffee shop with plenty of sitting area and board games to entertain with.

Nice little coffee shop by the University of Minnesota. Worth a shot if you are in and around

Great lunch! The baker is the BEST

Cozy coffee shop with a relaxed vibe located near campus offering a great selection of coffee and a variety of light food.