Welcome to Dogwood Coffee - St. Paul
Nestled on University Avenue in St. Paul, Dogwood Coffee is a blend of community spirit and exceptional brews. With a bright and spacious atmosphere, it’s a perfect spot for both productivity and relaxation. Known for its meticulously crafted coffees, including the fan-favorite Bear Hug and flavorful cold brews, the café also partners with local businesses, offering delectable pastries from Marc Heu. Patrons rave about the friendly service and inviting decor, making it an ideal gathering place. Whether you're catching up with friends or enjoying a moment to yourself, Dogwood Coffee creates a warm and welcoming experience for all coffee lovers.
- 2700 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55114 Hotline: (651) 340-9248
Welcome to Dogwood Coffee - St. Paul, a vibrant haven for coffee lovers nestled at 2700 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55114. With the aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafting through the air, this café invites patrons into a warm and cheerful space, designed both for relaxation and productivity. Whether you're catching up with a friend or diving into work, Dogwood serves as the perfect backdrop.
The café has quickly become a local favorite, praised for its chic decor and spacious layout that includes both indoor and well-appointed outdoor seating. Patrons have noted the café's inviting ambiance, making it ideal not just for coffee enthusiasts but also for those seeking a cozy spot to work or unwind.
- Coffee Selection: Dogwood Coffee offers a rich array of brews to suit every palate. From the velvety Colombia/Nodier Andrade priced at $22.00 to the crisp Ethiopia/Reko at $18.00, each cup is crafted with precision. The Zamboni Cold Brew at $16.00 and delightful Bear Hug blend at $16.00 have also garnered praise for their smooth flavors.
- Pastries & Treats: Enjoy perfectly baked delights from local favorites like Marc Heu. Customers rave about the buttery raisin pastries and special weekend treats, which pair exquisitely with the café's signature lattes.
- Community Vibe: Dogwood Coffee embraces local partnerships, often featuring products from nearby businesses. This vibe fosters a sense of community while highlighting regional craftsmanship in every cup.
Guests consistently praise the friendly service and swift interactions, with many sharing stories of how Dogwood has become their go-to spot. “Amazing coffee and great atmosphere,” notes one satisfied customer, while another highlights their “fantastic, friendly service.” However, bear in mind that during peak hours, the café can be bustling, which might affect service speed—a small trade-off for the vibrant energy.
Parking is available, though it can be a bit tight, encouraging a leisurely stroll should you need to park a few blocks away. Overall, Dogwood Coffee - St. Paul not only serves exceptional brews but embodies a delightful experience that blends great coffee culture with community spirit. Don’t miss out on this treasure—give it a visit and sip on something special!

Cute area to stop in to get some work done or even catch up with a friend. Love the outdoor area the most as it's spacious. Lots of room for parking

Amazing place, amazing coffee. One of the best places in Minneapolis & St. Paul. Great prices & good atmosphere.

Great service and delicious drinks! Busy which is great but would not recommend as a remote work location. A little loud.

Great service and ambiance! The lattes were good and service was quick. I would go back

Tried a couple of drinks here. Both the hot oat milk cafe latte and oat milk matcha latte were delicious treats on a chilly winter morning. I also thoroughly enjoyed their raisin pastry. I heated it for a couple seconds in the microwave (at home) and it was buttery and light. An A+ breakfast. The interior of the cafe was well decorated and had plenty of spaces to hang out with friends or work independently. The staff were also super friendly and got the drink orders out quickly. It looks like the partner with other local businesses as well, which was cool. They were selling Niko Niko boba and some food items in the refrigerated section by the register. I imagine if I lived in this building, I'd be coming here quite often. Def recommend giving this place a visit!

Love this cafe! They recently moved from their old St Paul location to this more brightly lit, spacious spot. I love their cold brew and latte, and I believe they also sell pastries from Marc Heu. Service is always friendly and welcoming. Parking is street only but it's relatively easy to find. They have outlets throughout the cafe as well for anyone looking to get work done.

I love Dogwood coffee. I usually get a maple latte (or venture to try one of their seasonal drinks) a with their bear hug roast. So so good! As a fan, I also appreciate their loyalty rewards program: buy 10 drinks, get 1 free.

I like Dogwood Coffee, and was SO excited when they opened this location two blocks from my house. Good coffee, nice staff. I particularly like their speciality Marc Heu pastry that they do on the weekends. This location is pretty spacious and has cheerful decor; I've brought my laptop and worked from here many times. Giving 4 stars because 1) they're slow. The light rail is across the street -- if you're trying to get a coffee before you catch the light rail, don't. You'll likely miss your train bc of the wait. 2) Expensive. I can't get an americano here everyday because I'd go bankrupt. Nice as a sometimes treat, though!

I like a coffee shop that takes their basic black coffee seriously. Dogwood does that without a doubt. One of my go to spots when I need an afternoon caffeine bump. Though I never get the chance to this location also looks like a great place to get some work done with booths set up to give maximum privacy l and space to focus in a small space. I also like the bar seating as well. There is even a room that looks great for a large group if you are into that.

I came here for a Fluffy Bakery pop-up (scored one of their Browned Butter Date donuts, too-score!), and I am so glad that I did. This coffee shop hit all the right notes--the decor was great with a blend of chic (dark wood and beautiful seating) and playful (that wallpaper, though!). Great indoor and outdoor seating options for parties of all sizes. I was really impressed with the selection of beverages. They had all the classic coffeehouse favorites plus some fun others, as well as an above average set of options for customization (they offer maple syrup as a sweetener!). I grabbed a cappuccino (almond milk and maple syrup), and it went down oh so well. Fantastic, friendly service (I needed some help choosing my second pastry), too! The only downside here is that parking is a little bit tight, so you might need to walk a couple of blocks.