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Common Roots Cafe

Café and Coffee Shop$$$$

Lowry Hill East, Minneapolis

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Common Roots Cafe

7.9^/10

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Ranked #7 for bar food in Minneapolis
The experts at City Pages and Heavy Table recommend this place
"The Wild Rice Burger is the bees knees."(3 Tips)
"City Pages in 2010 as having the Best Bagel in the Best of the Twin"(13 Tips)
"... for September! Also, Peace Coffee's Common Roots blend is my favorite cup of..."(2 Tips)
"Get the Caramel Sea Salt latte!"(2 Tips)

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City PagesAugust 5, 2014
A cute spot with community in mind, this place serves up pints of Surly Furious and Bender, as well as other organic and/or local beers-or order some fair trade wine, if that's the way you roll. Read more
Florence WongJanuary 18, 2017
Great place for working and chatting! Has fresh & healthy nibs, as well as refillable coffee. Vegan sweet potato hash: flavorful, light and refreshing.
XAugust 19, 2012
All beers on tap are local so you can't go wrong. Ask for a taste if you're unsure, as the friendly staff will give you some to try. Sadly, Wi-Fi gets shut off from 6-8pm. Wifi password: RiverbendFarm
Cassie UttNovember 24, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Love the breakfast bagel with turkey sausage. Good wifi, but maybe not the best place to sit and work for hours.
Kristofer LayonApril 11, 2014
Been here 5+ times
There’s so much I love about this place. Some of the best food in the Mpls! Unfortunately free wifi doesn’t mean free Internet; I can always join their network, but then rarely get through to the Web.
City PagesJanuary 4, 2013
One of the best post-holiday eats! Their motto is "don't compromise your values, or your tastebuds", which they definitely live up to and that's enough for them to make this list.
City PagesFebruary 4, 2013
Voted top interpretation of the chocolate chip cookie. The sea salt chocolate chip cookie is the perfect size, and always the right mix of crunchy-crispy outer edges and gooey-soft, chewy middle.
Florence WongJuly 9, 2016
I really like the atmosphere! Good for working. I got the tofu scramble, which was good, but the portion could have been larger / more filling.
Ricky DeMelloAugust 22, 2014
Been here 5+ times
If visiting for breakfast (or want a snack), try the bagel of egg and cheese with bison meat. C'est delizioso!
Will M.October 8, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Pumpkin soup? How does this soup hold its shape in the bowl and still feel so silky smooth on my tongue? Another reason to stop at CR and why Fall is my favorite season.
Shanita JohnMarch 23, 2012
The Stuffed Chicken is by far the best thing I've had here which says a lot because it's all very good. But really--stuffed chicken--get it.
Abby Anderson JonesSeptember 14, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Super chill place for lunch or coffee! They even have a back room for larger groups.
Andrea SieveFebruary 9, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Try the onion bagel with sundried tomato and olive hummus....or garlic-dill-chive cream cheese with a slice of tomato and a little black pepper. To DIE for.
Lee ZukorNovember 24, 2009
Been here 5+ times
did you know that happy hour starts at 3 & features totally unique local brews? try brau bros or surly specials if they have them. fresh and wet hops. CRC is also part of the Local Food Lover program. Read more
Phil KelleyJanuary 4, 2015
Decent espresso, great bagels, supports local Minnesota businesses. Seasonal menu often exceptional!
City PagesFebruary 22, 2011
Voted by City Pages in 2010 as having the Best Bagel in the Best of the Twin Cities Issue. We’re partial tothe nutty crunch of the sesame, but all aretasty.
Vee BeeAugust 15, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Always dog friendly on the deck and side patio. Deck is raised away from the street, perfect for dogs to view Lyndale safely.
Zachary JohnsonJanuary 22, 2012
Been here 25+ times
These arepas are the divine creation of Hestia, sister of Zeus. But who knows how they'll be come February. You better try them now.
Eman A.April 28, 2013
Been here 5+ times
French toast is not toast, but a very nice lemon poppy seed pound cake! A must try!!
Camtron NinethousandSeptember 10, 2010
Breakfast Nachos have returned to the menu for September! Also, Peace Coffee's Common Roots blend is my favorite cup of coffee in the cities -- delicious!
Alex AyoubOctober 11, 2011
Get the Caramel Sea Salt latte! Superb flavor, enjoy with a fresh, in-house bagel with a variety of spreads!
Lee ZukorFebruary 5, 2010
Been here 5+ times
burgers, bagels, and local brews are terrific here (awesome happy hour specials), but the entrees are a well-kept secret. Local Food Lovers can buy one and get one free. Read more
Rebecca CartierMay 31, 2017
Had a great brunch here, the lamb bacon was amazing!
Arielle LenoxMay 23, 2018
Awesome organic food from local vendors - Fantastic!
Anne B.January 16, 2015
Really cool space. Great staff, very accommodating of groups!
Brad StrawApril 12, 2018
One of my favorite breakfast places in the world. I travel over 2000 miles for the Shakshura.
Eric SwansonFebruary 17, 2013
If you can snag a pair of your grandpa's bifocals from 1983 to wear on your visit, you'll fit in much better. Good bagels.
Jon HankeJuly 9, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Happy-hour appetizers are $5 and change monthly. For July: Go with the goat cheese. Here's how good it is: I just dropped a piece on the floor, and I'm tempted to pick it up and eat it anyway.
Emily FinleySeptember 28, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The salted caramel iced latte is unbeatable, and the soft pretzels should not be missed. Yum!
Stevie C.July 20, 2013
Sit outside on the back porch & watch the traffic on Lyndale while you enjoy a yummy wrap!
Courtney KupschApril 12, 2013
Their sea salt caramel latte is my absolute favorite.
Stephanie GilquistApril 11, 2017
Been here 5+ times
The Spicy Honey Latte is amazing!
AntoineNovember 27, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Nice cafe with an emphasis on local foods. Usually haven a few vegan or vegetarian options.
Janelle NivensMay 16, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Rotating beers and menu make Common Roots a great place to visit regularly! (via Scoville) Read more
Courtney ThomasApril 3, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Pretty much everything is amazing and the menu changes often. Bonus: there always seem to be super cute boys hanging out.
Jacquie LonningFebruary 15, 2014
Not the friendliest when you walk in. We apparently were standing just a few feet away from where you go when you are ready to order.
JustinSeptember 27, 2012
Been here 10+ times
I guess they treat smoked salmon as sashimi grade fish imported from Another planet .... At $6.50 for a see through lox & bagel , for a merely hint of samon taste, it's a complete rip-off.
s a b aAugust 1, 2011
I had a lox bagel a few years ago that was the best I've ever had. And I live in NYC.
Carlos AblerJune 15, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Take a moment to appreciate all the amazing people who work at and patronize this place. It's a big pile of goodness.
Rachel GraceFebruary 22, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Can't stop getting the Iced Caramel Sea Salt Latte!
Anne 🎏 DMarch 10, 2013
Delicious Chilequiles! I like my eggs scrambled. Yummmm!
David UrbaniakJanuary 18, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Get the salad sampler. Can swap out for soup as well in sampler. Organic power lunch. Yum.
Natalie W.December 18, 2011
Been here 25+ times
You need to try the breakfast enchiladas. They will change your life.
Rachel WelchJuly 23, 2013
The fish or tofu tacos are great here!
Melissa HansenSeptember 25, 2011
Remember to use you'd coupon from Nice Ride and bring a power strip to share.
Rob DanielsonSeptember 14, 2014
The coffee is great,and they have a wonderfully smooth cold press.
Ricky DeMelloOctober 4, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Tea, food, beer, customers, and most wonderful are the servers.
Aruna RApril 4, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Try the Wild Rice Burger. It's not always on the menu but when it is - it will blow your mind.
Rhea O'ConnorJanuary 30, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Best iced chai in town. Sweet and spicy.
Will M.May 24, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Take a Leek! Baked with mushroom ragu, served with roasted onions, chevre & garnished with a chive blossom. OMG!

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