Cream & Amber

Cute, cozy shop that offers hot beverages as well as books and other small trinkets for sale. The back room is all tables and it was hopping on a Wed mid-morning. They also had room with some larger tables. While it was a chilly fall day, I thought I also saw a patio for outdoor seating but all were staying inside to keep warm. I ordered a chamomile tea. It was served with loose leaf tea. Quite tasty. I met a colleague here and the tables were full so we sat at the bar which was still a good place to connect. Loved perusing the books. Saw one recommended that I just read and loved, The Wedding People. The staff was helpful. On street parking. Fun area being on main street Hopkins.

This place was not on my radar. They are Very PC. So if you're not into that, skip this place.My lady friend and I went together. She got a Chai latte and said it was quite good. I got an iced coffee and it was also quite good.

Consistently great food, great coffee and chai tea and lovely ambiance. Our new fav gem for weekend breakfast sandwiches. Pick up a book while at it!

Coffee is decent, food is good. Skip the rice krispy bar. The place is also a beautiful gift shop and bookstore. It's my wife's dream. I was able to work here and the staff is super friendly.

Delicious coffee and all kinds of food options, AND an incredible variety of books to purchase. The staff is always friendly and the music is always cozy. A great spot to plop down and get some work done. They've got a little back area that's cute, but I'm a fan of the bar top! They have a seasonal menu that currently includes a pumpkin brown sugar latte that is a true delight.

I loved my visit today! I found Cream & Amber by searching "coffee" over Hopkins on Google Maps. I was wary of getting coffee here because the reviews on Google didn't have much but figured I could go down the street if nothing stood out, but still wanted to go to see the book selection and support local. (Spoiler alert, the coffee was lovely!)We parked across the street (free street parking and plenty of it on a Sunday morning) and crossed the street to come in. The facade is nice and welcoming, and the outdoors seating area makes me want to come back on a warmer day. I was a little overwhelmed when I first walked in because of how much stuff there is in the store! I wasn't sure what to expect. There are tons of books, games, trinkets, stickers, pins -- I think there's so much more than what I saw just because I was scanning trying to take everything in. I'm not sure if they normally have queer focused books & merch or if it was just for pride month, but I loved it. I have been thinking about picking up Heartstopper for a while and saw 2 copies sitting out of the first edition, so I nabbed one. It's sold out in big box stores! The stickers and merch messages range from cute to funny to inclusivity messaging. The "Please be nice to me" made me laugh. I'd definitely come back to browse the products some more. Two more things I liked about the products: the range of pricing and the range in genres. They carry sci-fi, romance, graphic novels, you name it, and they also have price points for everyone. I could have walked out with a $3 used book, which I love. We ordered a maple cinnamon iced latte with oat milk, a cold brew, a scone, and a breakfast sandwich (sausage egg & cheese). The sandwich took the longest but it was so good! Panini pressed and melted cheese came to us within five minutes. The maple cinnamon flavoring is enough to get me back in the door, that was so tasty. The cold brew was bitter, fruity, and strong, which we also loved. The scone was moist (I know, sorry for using The Word) and delicious, the texture was lovely. With my graphic novel purchase, the two drinks, scone, sandwich, and a 20% tip, we walked out for $40 total. By the register, there's a shelf for pickups. I asked what it was for and the barista explained so kindly that Cream & Ale has a subscription service where you can get monthly puzzles for pickup or delivery and ALSO books & coffee beans for pickup or delivery. For the books and beans, you tell them what you like and they choose for you -- if you'd rather have something else you can come in and swap. How cool?! There's also a community journal where you can share what you're reading and get recommendations from others. So sweet. We didn't stay to enjoy the ambiance of the cozy spot but I've already set up two coffee dates to come back, which is something I don't often do!! I'd also love to come back for Friday trivia. Cream & Ale is a place where I felt at home and welcomed immediately, and feel excited to return.UPDATEHappy to report that C&A is one of my favorite coffee places to visit and I love supporting them!!

This has been my favorite coffee shop in the area so far. It's a house on the outside which kind of threw me off. But upon walking inside I was blown away by the hooks, plants and sitting spaces. The ambiance is 10/10 & the coffee was good. I wanted to sit there for hours

Cream and Amber is a great neighborhood coffee shop and local ales. When I was back in town, a friend suggested we meet there for coffee and was glad we did. The Cold Brew was great as was the banana bread. My breakfast mate went. With the peace coffee. The community room was a great spot to catch up, enjoy the Java, and a quick bite to eat.On my next trip to MN, it will be my go-to!

Cream & Amber is a staple spot for me and the owners -- best friends running a community bookstore/cafe -- are essentially living out my dream/fantasy. Food/Drinks: -Rose Cardamom Latte: This might be one of my new favorite coffee beverages PERIOD. It was so good! The rose is definitely present and carries the drink until the end when the cardamom takes over. I think this is a seasonal drink and I'm already mourning when it's taken off the menu. -Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies: These are delicious, especially if you happen to catch them as they're coming out of the oven!-Lavender Bread: I love lavender and this bread doesn't disappoint! -Great local beers and ciders on tap. -Lots of salads, sandwiches, etc. Parking: I never have an issue parking. There is street parking out front and a small lot out back. Renting/Reserving Space: There are desks and offices that you can rent upstairs, otherwise you can reserve the community room ($25 per hour) or a large free table. All in all? This is a lovely community spot with really wonderful staff, food, books, and more! I can't recommend it enough.

Atmosphere is fabulous. Staff awesome. The book selection is unique, and it would be easy to spend hours there just perusing the choices.