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Address: 234 Water St, Excelsior, MN 55331
Phone: (612) 876-5226
Website: https://www.thelobbycoffee.com/
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Jenae Carlson
A true Minnetonka vibe inside. It was packed in the morning, but tables opened up pretty frequently. It was a great place to work from, but it is very loud inside. The maple cardamom latte was delicious! There were pastry options for food. Parking out front was busy in winter.
… moreAnon
The coffee shop as a whole is really great. I just need to stop ordering matchas because it has never been mixed when I get it. Lots of green chunks. I understand it’s more of a coffee shop but if the matchas aren’t going to be done well they shouldn’t cost $9 each.
… moreJames Vair
Charming ambiance full of lots of natural light, The Lobby offers a full coffee bar, delightful bakery case and wine and beer. A welcome addition to downtown Excelsior, I can see why it’s so popular and busy. Plenty of staff help cut down on wait times for drinks, even if they’re not the friendliest.
… moreJess
Love this cute, cozy cafe! Great coffee. Would love if there were more vegan options, but avocado toast can be made without feta. A bit pricey for one slice of toast though, but it was very good.
Only thing I ask for the cafe is they add a baby change table for babies. I came in with my baby and couldn’t change her diaper which is unfortunate as a paying customer!
… moreOnly thing I ask for the cafe is they add a baby change table for babies. I came in with my baby and couldn’t change her diaper which is unfortunate as a paying customer!
Linda Franzen
We were here on Saturday morning and there was a line out the door. I’m not sure if they were short staffed, but only one person was making all the coffee drinks. It took more than 20 minutes to get our lattes and there were a lot of unhappy customers. There is ample seating inside and the coffee was good so maybe they had a staffing problem. The atmosphere is nice and it’s in a cute shopping area so hopefully that was just a one time issue.
… moreEmma Carlson
I love the vibe, their coffee is amazing, and their customer service is always friendly! This is a hot spot in excelsior! It’s my favorite place to go for an afternoon pick me up during work.
… morePam Myhra
The Lobby in downtown Excelsior is the quintessential coffee shop with a charming ambiance, perfectly made coffee drinks, and delicious pastries! I thoroughly enjoyed my visit this morning! The Lobby was packed and the order line was long. Nevertheless, I’m already planning to return on a non-holiday weekend morning.
… moreJeannie Hill
With high anticipation, we watched the first floor renovation of this important historic building in downtown Excelsior, MN. The Lobby Coffee & Leisure has become a favored spot for exceptional coffees, lattes, breakfast smoothies, pastries and drop-in lunches. Everything is state of the art. We are also pleased that the exterior of the building falls in line with its history and maintains the feel of value and originality. It has quickly become one of the stunning spots that is creating serious buzz among Excelsior’s local community. With large windows on the front and back, it carries an open and inviting atmosphere.
The breakfast Avocado Toast must be amazing… it has been sold out each time that I’ve tried to order. We’ve been very pleased with their Margherita Flatbread and Caprese Salad. The mozzarella cheese is of excellent quality with fresh basil and just the right amount of balsamic vinaigrette. The Cheese and Cracker Pate is an ideal entree to share. The pastry selection can thin out by mid afternoon. The Lobby Menu is extensive; it includes· ESPRE Espresso & steamed milk, mochas, craves, ice teas, and excellent drip brew coffee. They also provide salads and soups – if you can get them before they sell out. Their breakfast egg sandwich with havarti cheese and sausage had great flavor.
People love to come here with their computers and work a spell. Outlets are supplied by the tables along the wall.
It is amazing how well it functions for having such a small kitchen. The staff seems to understand efficiency and excellent customer services. I was surprised when I tried to pay in cash and they are only set up for credit cards. Even more surprising, since they couldn’t give me change for my $50 dollar bill, they covered the cost of my coffee! Amazing experience.
Given the popularity of The Lobby Coffee Shop and construction going on behind it, parking is limited. In the back there are two multi-gender restrooms. All is on the main level so it is nicely handicap accessible. Huge thanks to this independent, local owner for choosing downtown Excelsior. For a coffee shop with grinders, conversations, and other noise going on, it’s amazingly quiet. This so outdoes the typical box chain coffee shop. This boutique hotel has 4 suites upstairs; the Lobby Coffee & Leisure is open to anyone, not just hotel guests. It also has a small and delightful patio out back.
… moreThe breakfast Avocado Toast must be amazing… it has been sold out each time that I’ve tried to order. We’ve been very pleased with their Margherita Flatbread and Caprese Salad. The mozzarella cheese is of excellent quality with fresh basil and just the right amount of balsamic vinaigrette. The Cheese and Cracker Pate is an ideal entree to share. The pastry selection can thin out by mid afternoon. The Lobby Menu is extensive; it includes· ESPRE Espresso & steamed milk, mochas, craves, ice teas, and excellent drip brew coffee. They also provide salads and soups – if you can get them before they sell out. Their breakfast egg sandwich with havarti cheese and sausage had great flavor.
People love to come here with their computers and work a spell. Outlets are supplied by the tables along the wall.
It is amazing how well it functions for having such a small kitchen. The staff seems to understand efficiency and excellent customer services. I was surprised when I tried to pay in cash and they are only set up for credit cards. Even more surprising, since they couldn’t give me change for my $50 dollar bill, they covered the cost of my coffee! Amazing experience.
Given the popularity of The Lobby Coffee Shop and construction going on behind it, parking is limited. In the back there are two multi-gender restrooms. All is on the main level so it is nicely handicap accessible. Huge thanks to this independent, local owner for choosing downtown Excelsior. For a coffee shop with grinders, conversations, and other noise going on, it’s amazingly quiet. This so outdoes the typical box chain coffee shop. This boutique hotel has 4 suites upstairs; the Lobby Coffee & Leisure is open to anyone, not just hotel guests. It also has a small and delightful patio out back.
Jonah Swenson
Amazing coffee, very tasteful interior design, and intentional attention to details. I went out of my way to visit this coffee shop while visiting the area as the reviews and photos looked amazing. It definitely delivered and exceeded my expectations! Their drip coffee was extremely delicious with attention to detail in how it is served to the customer. Very friendly and hospitable service. And a very tastefully designed interior atmosphere made the vibe conducive towards being both relaxed and very productive. It does get busy as it is a very popular spot so make sure to arrive earlier in the day if you can to get a good seat!
… moreEmily Blomquist
Great new coffee spot in Excelsior!
I don’t have many complaints about this new addition to Water Street — I just wish it happened sooner!
The two best things about The Lobby? The space and the pastries. You can tell that whoever designed the cafe really put a lot of care into crafting a beautiful coffee shop. From the antique tiles to the grand chandelier, not a single detail was lazy. I also appreciated that there was a solid mix of barstools and booth seating. I believe there will be outdoor seating on the back patio at some point, too — something that is always in high demand in excelsior.
And then there are the pastries… in lieu of homemade pastries, the Lobby outsources to Patisserie 46 for their baked goods. And while I always appreciate a baked from scratch effort first and foremost, you can absolutely not go wrong with a croissant (or two, they aren’t massive) from Patisserie 46. Delicious! And it’s so nice not to have to go to Mpls to get them.
You can also get smoothies here — I enjoyed the pineapple matcha. Another menu standout is the affogato (espresso and ice cream). The owner mentioned they will eventually have wine (always a win) as well.
Remote workers can be assured that the wifi is fast… and the coffee is strong! Side note: bathrooms are out the back door to the left and are very nice and clean.
Fans of Smith Coffee & Cafe in Eden Prairie will love the Lobby.
… moreI don’t have many complaints about this new addition to Water Street — I just wish it happened sooner!
The two best things about The Lobby? The space and the pastries. You can tell that whoever designed the cafe really put a lot of care into crafting a beautiful coffee shop. From the antique tiles to the grand chandelier, not a single detail was lazy. I also appreciated that there was a solid mix of barstools and booth seating. I believe there will be outdoor seating on the back patio at some point, too — something that is always in high demand in excelsior.
And then there are the pastries… in lieu of homemade pastries, the Lobby outsources to Patisserie 46 for their baked goods. And while I always appreciate a baked from scratch effort first and foremost, you can absolutely not go wrong with a croissant (or two, they aren’t massive) from Patisserie 46. Delicious! And it’s so nice not to have to go to Mpls to get them.
You can also get smoothies here — I enjoyed the pineapple matcha. Another menu standout is the affogato (espresso and ice cream). The owner mentioned they will eventually have wine (always a win) as well.
Remote workers can be assured that the wifi is fast… and the coffee is strong! Side note: bathrooms are out the back door to the left and are very nice and clean.
Fans of Smith Coffee & Cafe in Eden Prairie will love the Lobby.