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Groundswell

Groundswell

Coffee Shop, Sandwich Spot, and Café$$$$
Hamline - Midway, Saint Paul
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    The experts at City Pages and Heavy Table recommend this place
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    Deborah K.
    "Biscuits and Gravy with rosemary… yet another delicious hit at..."(3 Tips)
    Ricki G.
    "Serving #dogwood coffee which we 💜."(2 Tips)
    Matt E.
    "Excellent local coffee from Dogwood and Truestone!"(3 Tips)
    Quinn M.
    "Get the gruyere and bacon scone it is absolutely FANTASTIC!"(3 Tips)
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  • Josh P.heart icon on user image
    Josh PetersonOctober 28, 2015
    I'd take a photo but I already devoured the quiche I ordered. It tasted amazing (best quiche I've ever had) and the presentation was first class. The staff, decor and the vanilla latte are also great.
  • Dave H.
    Dave HealySeptember 28, 2013
    Great little cafe! They have a limited menu of dinner items as well as incredible cupcakes and cookies. There is a little art gallery in the adjacent space with selections from local artists.
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    Josh PetersonOctober 28, 2015
    I'd take a picture but I already devoured the quiche I ordered - taste and presentation were first class. The staff, ambience, and the vanilla latte are great too. I'll definitely come here again.
  • Natalya G.heart icon on user image
    Natalya GoncharovaAugust 8, 2016
    Definitely try earl grey waffles and MN cookie. By the way, their granola was delicious too (And I truly don't care for granola in general).
  • Ricki G.heart icon on user image
    Ricki GroskreutzSeptember 5, 2016
    Serving #dogwood coffee which we 💜. Enjoyed smooth and rich lattes, chips & salsa as well as sharing something sweet & delicious.
  • Chelsea M.
    Chelsea MogaSeptember 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Belly, A nice name for the rewards program. If my points continue to add up, I could get a good discount on lunch and/or dinner. Something to keep in mind.
  • Tyler C.heart icon on user image
    Tyler ChartierAugust 8, 2016
    Fantastic coffee comes with a fantastic vibe. Friendly and happy barista serve up quality drinks with ample seating, wifi, and peace for everyone.
  • Cap'n Slipp
    Cap'n SlippNovember 29, 2018
    Super-aggressive wi-fi filter here. Completely innocuous sites like stackoverflow.com & foursquare.com are blocked (if you're a programmer, don't expect to get any work done here).
  • Karl N.
    Karl NoelleJuly 15, 2013
    Late-night Sunday hours, incredible local coffee & baked goods and a huge dehumidifier will make me come back many times!
  • Matt E.
    Matt EverhartFebruary 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Cute little local coffee shop in the Midway area; they're expanding and will soon have beer and more food options! Excellent local coffee from Dogwood and Truestone!
  • Heavy Table
    Heavy TableAugust 19, 2015
    Try the daily cupcake special: a recent offering featured moist, raspberry cake cradling a bright lime-basil cream in the center -- divine. Read more
  • Winter
    WinterAugust 31, 2014
    This is a cute little place with delicious cupcakes. Friendly staff. It's not too far off the new light rail route.
  • Matthew T.
    Matthew ThomasDecember 7, 2013
    Everything in the bakery case is amazing but the bacon gruyere scones might take the cake. Oh, and they also make delicious cakes.
  • Ricki G.heart icon on user image
    Ricki GroskreutzSeptember 5, 2016
    Sampled three desserts among our group, thoroughly enjoyed them, leaving us wanting more.
  • Chase M.heart icon on user image
    Chase MaxwellOctober 22, 2015
    Decent espresso, but their iced lattes are watery. I feel like it's a bit pricier than other coffeeshops as well. I come here more for the lovely ambiance.
  • City Pages
    City PagesOctober 28, 2014
    Coffee Shop Turned Restaurant leads the farm to table trend. Stop in November 7th for a family style thanksgiving before thanksgiving meal. Read more
  • Rich G.heart icon on user image
    Rich GallJanuary 31, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    The churizo taco and beer for $5 is the perfect way to end your day. Or week. Or meeting.
  • Quinn M.
    Quinn MAugust 29, 2014
    Get the gruyere and bacon scone it is absolutely FANTASTIC! The veggie burger is really good too!
  • Louis M.heart icon on user image
    Louis McCoyJanuary 7, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Gluten Free Muffin of the day is always amazing - you'd never know that it's GF.
  • Deborah K.
    Deborah KuceraSeptember 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Best coffee shop baked goods around. Just had the chocolate cherry scone and it was amazing!
  • Tom H.
    Tom HorgenJune 14, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Just get the biscuits and gravy. The biscuit in question contains bacon and gruyere. Stunning!
  • Chelsea M.
    Chelsea MogaSeptember 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    What a great tool to use to find customers after you've made their meal/drink. #GoodThinking
  • Aayla A.heart icon on user image
    Aayla AndersonApril 15, 2017
    Adorable artsy little cafe. I think I found my new favorite spot.
  • Barry G.heart icon on user image
    Barry GuettlerJune 1, 2018
    Great Coffee and the food is fantastic.
  • Kitaren T.
    Kitaren ThaoSeptember 28, 2014
    Delicious and filling not to mention a great atmosphere!
  • Melodyheart icon on user image
    MelodyDecember 20, 2016
    Great ambiance & merch 👍
  • J K.heart icon on user image
    J KuehlFebruary 4, 2016
    Atmosphere, great coffee and food. To me it was a total mental recharge.
  • Brenna S.
    Brenna SaterJune 5, 2013
    Cupcakes are amazing...and they now have local beers on tap!
  • Christopher L.
    Christopher LongNovember 3, 2013
    Brief menu. Not much cleaning of tables. Absurdly small water glasses. Long-ish wait for food. Kinda spendy considering there's no table service. Both items from brunch menu very, very tasty.
  • Mike Z.heart icon on user image
    Mike ZamaconaJune 14, 2016
    Great coffee, in spite of the numerous other offerings!
  • Oti5heart icon on user image
    Oti5July 20, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Chai cinnamon roll is worth a visit.
  • Karem A.heart icon on user image
    Karem AmayaJuly 25, 2018
    Great place to study. And great coffee too
  • Deborah K.
    Deborah KuceraNovember 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Biscuits and Gravy with rosemary… yet another delicious hit at Groundswell!
  • Jen P.heart icon on user image
    Jen ParnesOctober 29, 2017
    Biscuits & gravy, rotating pastry feature
  • Chelsea M.
    Chelsea MogaOctober 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    They offer Café Au Lait. 🇫🇷
  • Jess M.
    Jess MJune 21, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    The biscuits and gravy are HIGHLY recommended.
  • John M.heart icon on user image
    John McCullochOctober 30, 2015
    Coffee, quiche, waffles
  • Oti5heart icon on user image
    Oti5June 24, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    They have beer and wine.
  • Sassy T.heart icon on user image
    Sassy TreonDecember 21, 2017
    Breves are amazing
  • Chelsea M.
    Chelsea MogaOctober 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Café Au Lait. ☕️ 🇫🇷
  • Oti5heart icon on user image
    Oti5April 30, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Trivia night was packed and rock in'
  • Bjorn W.heart icon on user image
    Bjorn WatlandOctober 19, 2018
    Service can be slow. The layout can be crowded if people have coats.
  • Jennifer Y.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer YackelApril 22, 2014
    Best mocha around!
  • Slam S.
    Slam SerifJune 1, 2013
    Dogwood Coffee and Bad Weather beer. Groundswell believes in local.
  • Phil P.heart icon on user image
    Phil PrenticeAugust 25, 2015
    amazing bakery
  • Lane P.heart icon on user image
    Lane PelovskyAugust 15, 2014
    Delicious Chai
  • Doug W.
    Doug WaguespackAugust 15, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    A vanilla latte after my prosecco, yaaaay
  • Benita W.
    Benita WarnsJanuary 28, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Friendly staff, good coffee.
  • Jess M.
    Jess MApril 16, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    Go to Groundswell Coffee, get an amazing cold press and a brownie.
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