The best cafes in Oakdale

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.

8320 City Centre Dr (Woodbury)

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

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

6014 MN-36

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

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Casual, cozy, kid-friendly, modern place specializing in coffee and espresso drinks, plus pastries, burritos and breakfast plates.

7600 2nd St N Ste B

Casual, cozy, kid-friendly, modern place specializing in coffee and espresso drinks, plus pastries, burritos and breakfast plates.

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

1055 Helmo Ave N

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

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Cafeto Shop pours 100% organic beans roasted locally with a partner for max freshness, plus flaky croissants and surprisingly addictive…

806 7th St E (St Paul)

Cafeto Shop pours 100% organic beans roasted locally with a partner for max freshness, plus flaky croissants and surprisingly addictive savory empanadas that make coffee breaks feel like an upgrade, and you can snag whole-bean bags for home when your Maplewood mornings demand more than whatever's in the office pot.

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

7009 10th St N

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

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

3044 Excelsior Blvd #103 (Minneapolis)

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

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Whether you’re fueling up pre-yoga or just craving something genuinely nourishing this week, MÖV Marketplace Cafe dishes up scratch-made,…

3252 W Lake St Ste B (Minneapolis)

Whether you’re fueling up pre-yoga or just craving something genuinely nourishing this week, MÖV Marketplace Cafe dishes up scratch-made, vegan-friendly eats that actually satisfy.

From the Saint Louis Park newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Donut shop specializing in mochi donuts, Korean rice hot dogs, and bubble tea.

3206 W Lake St (Minneapolis)

Donut shop specializing in mochi donuts, Korean rice hot dogs, and bubble tea.

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Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

3345 Hazelton Rd (Minneapolis)

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

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This week, Curioso Coffee Bar: Uptown pours seriously good, locally sourced coffee while doubling as a creative hangout for Twin Cities…

3001 Hennepin Ave S Ste 1175 (Minneapolis)

This week, Curioso Coffee Bar: Uptown pours seriously good, locally sourced coffee while doubling as a creative hangout for Twin Cities artists.

From the Saint Louis Park newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Sweetie's Candies and Flyby Coffee nails that nostalgia kick with hard to find candies, licorice, cotton candy, and even ice cream, then…

2535 7th Ave E (North St Paul)

Sweetie's Candies and Flyby Coffee nails that nostalgia kick with hard to find candies, licorice, cotton candy, and even ice cream, then keeps you going with a fresh cup from their new coffee shop. Pop in this week when the sweet tooth hits and your to do list still needs caffeine.

From the Brooklyn Park newsletter, August 3, 2026

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