Common Roots Cafe

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

Great place for working and chatting! Has fresh & healthy nibs, as well as refillable coffee . Vegan sweet potato hash : flavorful, light and refreshing.

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

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.

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.

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.

Love the breakfast bagel with turkey sausage . Good wifi , but maybe not the best place to sit and work for hours.

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.

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.

If visiting for breakfast (or want a snack ), try the bagel of egg and cheese with bison meat. C'est delizioso!

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.

One of my favorite breakfast places in the world. I travel over 2000 miles for the Shakshura.

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.

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.

Super chill place for lunch or coffee ! They even have a back room for larger groups.

Always dog friendly on the deck and side patio . Deck is raised away from the street, perfect for dogs to view Lyndale safely.

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 .

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.

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

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.

French toast is not toast , but a very nice lemon poppy seed pound cake ! A must try!!

The coffee is great,and they have a wonderfully smooth cold press.

Had a great brunch here, the lamb bacon was amazing!

Get the Caramel Sea Salt latte ! Superb flavor, enjoy with a fresh, in-house bagel with a variety of spreads!

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.

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!

Really cool space. Great staff , very accommodating of groups!

Sit outside on the back porch & watch the traffic on Lyndale while you enjoy a yummy wrap !

Take a Leek ! Baked with mushroom ragu , served with roasted onions , chevre & garnished with a chive blossom. OMG!

Decent espresso , great bagels , supports local Minnesota businesses. Seasonal menu often exceptional!

Their sea salt caramel latte is my absolute favorite.

Awesome organic food from local vendors - Fantastic!

I had a lox bagel a few years ago that was the best I've ever had. And I live in NYC.

Can't stop getting the Iced Caramel Sea Salt Latte !

The Spicy Honey Latte is amazing!

Nice cafe with an emphasis on local foods. Usually haven a few vegan or vegetarian options .

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

Pretty much everything is amazing and the menu changes often. Bonus: there always seem to be super cute boys hanging out.

Tea , food, beer , customers, and most wonderful are the servers.

Delicious Chilequiles! I like my eggs scrambled . Yummmm!

Try the Wild Rice Burger . It's not always on the menu but when it is - it will blow your mind.

The salted caramel iced latte is unbeatable, and the soft pretzels should not be missed. Yum!

Take a moment to appreciate all the amazing people who work at and patronize this place. It's a big pile of goodness.

As close to an NYC bagel as possible this side of the Mississippi rvr.

Believe what you've heard... The Wild Rice Burger is the bees knees.

Rotating beers and menu make Common Roots a great place to visit regularly! (via Scoville) Read more

Best iced chai in town . Sweet and spicy .

The fish or tofu tacos are great here!

Try the veggie burger -- arguably the best in town .

You need to try the breakfast enchiladas . They will change your life.