Butter Bakery Cafe Reviews

The blueberry scones alone are worth the trip, although everything else is delicious too. Fantastic business model and friendly staff. We keep coming back.

My favorite locally sourced lunch spot in South MPLS. Try the biscuit sandwitch, Clint style!

Food is terrific, and the espresso. We'll be going back, and I'd recommend you go, too.

Cozy local cafe
Charming, down to earth, great staff
This place is great

Homemade chai!! And it's fantastic and not overly sweet at all!! They make a great latte. Also, they have a lower caffeinated red tea version. Ten stars for the chai alone, but five more for the bakery items, the beautiful sun filled space, the great staff, their missions, efforts, priorities, and values. Helping homeless youth, paying livable wages, local sourcing, it goes on and on. If I ever move out of southside I'll still make the trip here.

One of the best places to go and get some work done!

Wonderful foods, best baked goods, teas, and always friendly happy service!

#healthy #community #sustainability #locallysourcedproduce

Ive been to this place twice and both times I've had pie, it was worth the price

I've been going here for years! Excellent service and great treats!

This is the place to get all of your backed goods ALL year around. What a great space for community, quite, business, writing, drawing and obviously COFFEE!

We went for brunch and it was pretty empty. I had a eclair topped with a luxurious dark chocolate ganache and filled with a creme that was wonderful, my wife's sugar cookie was just ok though.

We had breakfast and the breakfast burrito was good with a MN spice, very mild but some good flavor, the cheese omelette was as expected and the pancake was very good.

Their hot chocolate was made with a dark chocolate which really should have been stated on the menu in case you don't like dark chocolate and it was just ok, a little watery rather than creamy.

While I appreciate the no tipping signs because the food is supposed to have the tip built in to the price. The service was just ok and it was setup like a quick serve (order at the counter and they bring it to you like at smash Burger) and you bus your own table so a tip really shouldn't be expected anyway.

The prices were reasonable for what we received and I'd consider going back if I was in the neighborhood but won't make a special trip unless I want another eclair.

My partner and I just moved back from Austin TX and I have to say.... I MISSED THIS PLACE! Food is always amazingly good, the portion size is awesome, the staff is very friendly and accommodating! The space is very clean and neat... All of these things AND a pet friendly patio seating made this dining experience so glad we moved back! We will return!

Tiny place with big flavor. Great breakfast spot. In the summer there is outdoor seating otherwise be prepared to wait.

Fresh and delicious baked goods! Great quality coffee and Dog friendly!

Fun local cafe. Good food and coffee. Good spot to hang out, do work, or meet up with friends/family.

Eco-friendly, and provide fair wages for their employees Service was great+ friendly. I had a decaf french press, which was phenomenal. I also ordered a blueberry scone, which was crisp, crunchy and crumbly on the outside+moist and fluffy in the inside. Seriously one of the best blueberry scones of my life. Do yourself a favor and go here!!!

a woke coffee shop. Loved my northern exposure coffee! Also interesting to see social justice and community based food and drinks go together.

The concept is admirable and the food is pretty standard. The man working the counter today was extremely rude. A very elderly gentleman asked for a pancake 3 minutes after kitchen close and was harshly told no, the kitchen is closed - he then asked if it was possible to just get a bowl of soup and was again met with um, no! The kitchen IS CLOSED. You should treat all customers and humans with kindness and respect, but especially cute little elderly folks! When I got to the counter, I said how are you? to the staff member and he replied well, I m here. Additional aggressive rudeness ensued and I left with an incorrect order because I wouldn t dare bother him with that. Be better, sweetie.

Excellent eclairs! Little big though, so be hungry or willing to share, but it is perfect. My wife got the blueberry scone and thought it was okay flavorwise but the texture was more muffin-y than scone-y.

Really good coffee and breakfast sandwich. My kids loved the play area

Consistently very good stuff. Blueberry scones, the best around.

Best bakery/coffee shop in area. Buttered Ice is particular good. Great staff and a refreshingly socially and eco conscientious business.

This is always a good time to meet up or have time to relax . Love it ...

Met here to help a friend with coursework-- not too loud, not too quiet, the staff was friendly and it was reasonably priced-- i recommend this place!!

Great place to grab a breakfast from locally sourced organic produce. Good coffee.

Very reliably disappointing service.
Always a downer to go into a cafe and all they ask is what do you want. No friendliness, showcasing of baked goods, or small banter allowed here.
2nd time in a row with this impoverished human affair.
Also, too expensive: 10.50 for a mocha and bar (and not even a "specialty" milk.

Good cafe vibe and excellent baked goods and coffee.

I love butter bakery cafe. It's for the best places that I've eaten. It's a great place to grab a bite to eat before going to work, and all the staff are nice. Including the owner. My personal favorite is the veggie hummus wrap,.

Lovely, friendly atmosphere. The art on the walls was kids art from a local elementary school.
We sat at the big flat tree table and ate quiche and breakfast burritos with coffee. Free refills whilst dining is a plus!

I'm not in this area as much anymore but this is really one of my favorite brunch spots. It's worth going out of the way for. If you haven't...you must. It's an absolute gem in s. Mpls...

Cool place. I had a fancy coffee and it was good. Nothing blew me away but a solid place to revisit.

They had one toaster. I was able to get pancakes before my sister could get toast. We waited 35 minutes for eggs and toast. Food was okay but not worth the wait.

First visit. Great tasting scones. I'll go back for more. Highly recommend Butter Bakery Cafe.

I've walked past Butter Bakery many times and never tried it but have always heard good things. The place was very quiet when I went in, nearly dead. I waited 7 minutes for someone to come to the counter. I ordered a $6.50 "bowl" of soup to go. I waited another 10 minutes for them to give it to me. The tiny container, the server assured, me was "full to the very top" when I asked if the container was the bowl I ordered. I got home to find a good 2 or 3 inches of empty space and the container only about 3/4 of the way full. I'm really not impressed. The 2 stars is for decently good soup, nothing amazing. I might give it another try just to be fair but I don't expect to be wowed.

Great coffee, substantial meals- the omelette is full plate sized, added cheddar + bacon + ham for the whole shebang. Dont miss the sauteed veggies

One of my favorite local spots! I still didn't find something I didn't like here!

We love butter. Always good food, great coffee, easygoing environment, and commendable business model. The owner Dan is wonderful.

The pancakes that we ordered were alright but nothing special. I loved the cinnamon French toast that I ordered but when I cut into it I found a bug. I took it up to the counter and explained the situation. I was not even told sorry or offered anything but for them to remake my meal. Very disappointed.

Very good breakfasts (try the biscuits and gravy!), plus baked goods that put Butter very close to the top-tier of Minneapolis bakeries/patisseries.

I love this place! They have great food, coffee, bakery items, and customer service! Ordering tip-try the breakfast burrito and carrot/beet burger.

Not only is the coffee, baked goods, and service here GREAT, so is the local artistry on display!!
Taking these colorful beauties home this New Year's Day!
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Butter is the greatest neighborhood bakery / coffee shop / breakfast joint. They stay pretty busy with good reason - the pastries especially are THE BEST!

I have enjoyed several breakfast and lunch items. Great coffee. A very nice setting.

The scones are as good as everybody says they are. This is not just a cafe. Butter is a force for positive change in our world.

When I'm in Minneapolis I love to walk to this cafe for coffee and something sweet. The staff is friendly and the coffee is delicious. Loved their old location, but this place is beautiful!

Nice neighborhood cafe, sustainable practices, lots of organic, locally sourced ingredients.

The sausage, egg and biscuit breakfast is amazing. The coffee they make is also a very tuned display of skills.

Egg biscuit clint style with a buttered ice.... best way to start a day off!

They're ciabatta is delicious, so soft and perfectly chewy. Love the turkey sandwich. Great neighborhood cafe!

Such a cute place! Decent parking options with a shared lot and street parking. Delicious magic bar cookies!

I went in around 9am on a weekday. It was dead. I asked the guy at the counter if they had any muffins. His response was "we don't do muffins". Funny because on the website it says you do? Ok well since I wasn't offered an alternative I guess I'll just get my coffee and go. Well, that cost me $3.75 (for a basic brewed coffee). A little steep but ok. Then the creamer was empty. Keep in mind I was the only person anywhere near the counter, but at this point the last thing I wanted to do was ask for something else. Sadly, this is the kind of thing that most people come to expect when they think of uptown. Whenever someplace gets hype, service goes out the window. They have multiple disclaimers saying their prices reflect a "no-tip" structure and their employees are paid a "living wage". What that tells me is the guy behind the counter gets paid maybe a couple bucks less than I do per hour to pour coffee in a cup and dose out attitude. I'm sure they do have good food and service at times, but why take the chance?

Love Butter Bakery Cafe. The staff, the food and the philosophy are the reasons I come here. Be kind to one another and patronize independent businesses.

Good food, friendly staff and a beautiful space. Very bike-friendly with plenty of racks outside.

One of my favorite local cafes. The space is bright and airy, lots of nice natural light. The staff is incredible and a big part of what makes this place amazing. They are all so kind and welcoming. They have great breakfast and bakery options and a great cup of coffee.

Love it here! Been a fan since they were on Grand Ave. Consistently good food and service. And I suggest indulge in their tea list while you re here.

Very happy with the food here. I plan on returning.

Dropped in for an espresso and cookie. The atmosphere was good, and I enjoyed the cookie. Unfortunately the espresso was over extracted and watered down. I will stop back again for another cookie, but will stick to just brewed coffee.

I always love butter, but today was especially nice. They always warn you when there's a lot of orders ahead of you. And we didn't even wait that much longer, I always am able to get my refill of coffee to go!

Great food and service - they are now a no tip cafe (it's included in the price of their items), so don't be shocked by the slightly higher price points of foods and drinks

Great place to get some good food and treats. Friendly and clean!!

Tasty, healthy food. Gluten free options. Pleasant staff.

One of my favorite locally owned coffee shop. And this best Chai tea around

Pretty nice little shop. Good coffee and baked goods.

The pancakes were delicious, as was the biscuits and gravy. They are very friendly here. Order at counter then find a seat

Very unimpressed. The coffee was okay, but the hot chocolate was awful and the potatoes were undercooked. The pastries are great though, so stick to pastries and coffee if you go.

The pancake mix here is awesome, the fruit scones are delicious and the pecan pie that I got for Thanksgiving was perfection. I had fun sharing it with family and friends. Thank you Butter!

Great coffee, homemade ice cream, and eclairs to die for. Yum!

Love this place, awesome staff incredible owner, now a B-Corp

Love Butter! Everything is delicious and the owner is a fair and equitable person who cares for his employees and community

Good food and a relaxed atmosphere, Butter is a great local cafe. They provide waste baskets for compost, which is super great, and use local ingredients!

An ideal neighborhood cafe. Whether you're looking to settle in for work on a laptop with a good cup of coffee, have a long chat with friends for brunch (accompanied by fluffy biscuits, grilled and served with a chunk of butter), or have a hearty lunch, like a soup or sandwich packed with local, seasonal veggies, this is the place. My favorite menu item is the Clint style biscuit sandwhich - over easy eggs, avocado, cheddar cheese, sprouts, and garlic mayo - but I am rarely disappointed. Most recently, I tried the cranberry apple scone and found it full of vanilla against the crisp bite of apple, with a delicious caremelized crust. Additionally, it is a beautiful, sunny space that makes you feel good to be there. And the feel-good is justified when you learn that they are a tip-free business that pays staff a living wage, invest heavily in the neighborhood, and support local producers!

Best cheesecake ever! They also make coffee from a French press and have a loyalty program.

Family owned. Friendly staff. Excellent food and baked goods. I love taking my family and friends here, especially out-of-towners; good representation of small town Minneapolis.