Keys Cafe & Bakery
504 Robert St N, Saint Paul, MN
Crema's Take
“This Saint Paul institution has earned its devoted following with genuinely cooked-to-order breakfasts and XXL espresso drinks that take their craft seriously, paired with housemade pastries and baked goods that justify the bakery half of their name. The space feels like a true neighborhood gathering spot where families and professionals linger over coffee and conversation, though service can be inconsistent enough to occasionally disappoint—but when it lands, it's warm and attentive. Whether you're walking over from downtown or making it a destination, Keys delivers the kind of satisfying, unpretentious breakfast experience that keeps people coming back year after year.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
We stopped in for lunch and had great service and food. There was no wait to be seated and our server was very nice and took good care of us. The value for what you spend was very good. Highly recommend this little gem!
Wonderful service, great food if you're looking for diner-style food, diner-style atmosphere. Decent vegetarian options including Impossible burgers.
Wow is all I can say , to say the least. Today was my first time trying Keys Cafe and for this establishment to be raved about , the cashier was not so pleasant. I was not greeted as I came into the cafe . I respectfully said hello to the cashier who rudely ignored me . I then…
Wow, that’s the place to for breakfast (and it’s just a short walk from the Intercontinental hotel) with uber-friendly service, cooked to order meals, XXL espresso drinks and even a full bar. Cakes galore and look at those cinnamon rolls!
mashed potatoes were exactly that and the gravy was excellent- not that brown goop that some restaurants slop on things… I also tried their Monte Cristo sandwich and was pleased with it as well… The house made cakes and pies are extremely Drool Worthy!!… The Dutch Apple Pie was…
On top of that, they have the classic "service charge" on top of your bill. Certainly, this isn't on the server, but a reflection of Keys, the City of St. Paul, and the economic times. So anyway, if you needed another reason to visit other than the food is incredible, they are…
Crema Reviews
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