The best cafes in Lake Minnetonka

12 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

800 W 78th St (Chanhassen)

Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

920 W 78th St (Chanhassen)

Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

2395 MN-7 (Chanhassen)

Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

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When you want coffee that actually tastes like someone cared, Dunn Brothers Coffee is roasting single-origin beans for cups that are…

11 Water St (Excelsior)

When you want coffee that actually tastes like someone cared, Dunn Brothers Coffee is roasting single-origin beans for cups that are bright, cozy, and reliably Minnesotan. Grab a build-your-own breakfast sandwich with hand-cracked eggs or a fresh pastry, then carry on conquering Lake Minnetonka life.

From the Lake Minnetonka newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Cream & Amber nails the bookstore-cafe sweet spot, serving excellent coffee, beer and wine while you browse new releases, used treasures…

1605 Mainstreet (Hopkins)

Cream & Amber nails the bookstore-cafe sweet spot, serving excellent coffee, beer and wine while you browse new releases, used treasures and staff picks. When you need a midweek reset, grab a comfy seat, check their events, and let your TBR stack joyfully expand.

From the Chanhassen newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Need a place to actually enjoy your coffee, not just survive it? The Lobby Coffee & Leisure is independent and locally owned, pouring…

234 Water St (Excelsior)

Need a place to actually enjoy your coffee, not just survive it? The Lobby Coffee & Leisure is independent and locally owned, pouring exceptional third wave brews in a gorgeous historic space, with smoothies and pastries that make weekday errands feel fancy. Quick hop to Excelsior or Edina, easy spot to linger.

From the Chanhassen newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Shiverz

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When you need a quick pick-me-up between errands or kid drop-offs around the lake, Shiverz is slinging smoothies, ice cream, and fizzy…

2435 Wayzata Blvd Ste 600 (Long Lake)

When you need a quick pick-me-up between errands or kid drop-offs around the lake, Shiverz is slinging smoothies, ice cream, and fizzy dirty sodas that hit the spot, plus curbside pickup so you can keep the car naps and to-do list rolling.

From the Lake Minnetonka newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

2073 Wayzata Blvd (Long Lake)

Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

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Munkabeans blends a cozy, artsy vibe with locally roasted espresso, lattes, chai, and matcha, plus all-day breakfast, homemade quiche,…

1206 Mainstreet (Hopkins)

Munkabeans blends a cozy, artsy vibe with locally roasted espresso, lattes, chai, and matcha, plus all-day breakfast, homemade quiche, sandwiches, and pastries. Locally owned since 1996 in Downtown Hopkins, it’s the kind of spot you revisit all week, or order online for pickup or delivery.

From the Lake Minnetonka newsletter, September 2, 2026

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From your first latte to a well-earned glass of red, The O.G. Coffee & Wine Bar nails the day-to-night vibe with locally-sourced,…

600 Market St #110 (Chanhassen)

G. Coffee & Wine Bar nails the day-to-night vibe with locally-sourced, female-owned heart, premium ingredients, and seasonal twists. This week, grab a sandwich or hummus plate, linger with a tea or beer, then call it productivity.

From the Eden Prairie newsletter, September 15, 2026

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When you need a reliable perk-up that still feels like a little adventure, Base Camp Coffee & Provisions nails it with rich coffee, smooth…

14635 Excelsior Blvd (Minnetonka)

When you need a reliable perk-up that still feels like a little adventure, Base Camp Coffee & Provisions nails it with rich coffee, smooth espresso, refreshing iced drinks, specialty lattes, and seasonal creations. Perfect for a morning ritual or mid-day escape, and you can even order ahead online.

From the Lake Minnetonka newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Simple, rustic, seasonal cooking meets market browsing at The Grocer's Table, a Wayzata spot locals actually use. Swing in for a legit…

326 Broadway Ave S (Wayzata)

Simple, rustic, seasonal cooking meets market browsing at The Grocer's Table, a Wayzata spot locals actually use. Swing in for a legit scratch-made breakfast or a made-to-order lunch, sip something from the wine and cocktail bar, then grab prepared foods and artisan groceries for an easy dinner later.

From the Brooklyn Park newsletter, August 14, 2026

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