Where to Find Coffee & Morning Treats in Minneapolis

Discover local cafes near Tourism Academy in Minneapolis with our list of must-try coffee shops and breakfast spots.

Start your morning with a quick stroll to one of Minneapolis’s exceptional coffee shops. Although there will be complimentary breakfast at Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot, we’ve got the early risers covered with a short adventure, where you can find a “latte” of flavor.

  • Dunn Brothers | 201 3rd Ave S | Next to the 3rd Ave S entrance of the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | With plenty of seating options and an array of caffeinated specialties, this coffee shop has something for everyone.
  • Cafe Ceres | 100 Washington Ave S | 3-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Indulge in freshly baked goods like a Turkish bagel while lounging by a charming outdoor patio.
  • C.R.E.A.M Cafe | 428 S 2nd St | 4-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Casual breakfast spot serving coffee flights and delectable morning bites.
  • Caribou Coffee | 200 South 6th St | 7-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Nestled in the U.S. Bank Plaza, Caribou Coffee boasts an extensive drink and breakfast menu, including maple waffle sandwiches, vanilla espresso shakers, and more.
  • Spyhouse Coffee Roasters | 215 S 4th St | 7-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Sip on your morning brew in a stylish space, where industrial-chic digs meet Greek-inspired architecture.
  • Socca Café | 245 Hennepin Ave | 8-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Enjoy your latte or cold brew with decadent baked goods like the Parisian flat croissant or pistachio-rasberry muffin.
  • Mocha Momma's Coffee | 300 Nicollet Mall | 9-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Located in the Minneapolis Central Library, this small business is both a mentorship for young people and a cafe that serves delightful treats and drinks. The turmeric latte is a must-try!
  • Starbucks | 713 Washington Ave S Ste 101 | 9-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Relish a tried-and-true drink at this spacious Starbucks location on Washington Avenue.
  • SK Coffee: Downtown Minneapolis | Skyway Level, 50 South 6th St Unit 290 | 13-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Here, coffee beans are brewed to perfection, bringing out full-bodied flavor profiles in lattes, Americanos, and more.
  • Vitality Roasting | 601 S Marquette Ave Ste 220 | 12-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Laidback coffee shop with classic drinks and creative inventions like the rosemary caramel latte.
  • FRGMNT Coffee - St. Anthony Main | 43 SE Main St | 15-minute walk from Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot | Relax with your morning drink in a breathtaking space with modern art deco-elements and sweeping skylight.

Explore more coffee suggestions with expert-local guides from www.minneapolis.org.

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