Backstory Coffee Roasters - West Side
432 Wabasha St S, Saint Paul, MN
Crema's Take
“Backstory's rotating seasonal drinks—think lemon bar lattes and strawberry shortcake versions—are the real draw here, landing consistently between "surprisingly balanced" and "genuinely delicious" across their customer base. The space itself is a quiet retreat with excellent natural light and thoughtful details like fresh flowers on every table, making it equally suited for a focused work session or a slow afternoon. Fair warning: their signature creativity occasionally overshadows the base coffee quality, so go for the seasonal specials and the atmosphere rather than expecting mind-blowing espresso fundamentals.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks, with a pour-over program, good cold brew. A slow-sit spot, laptop-friendly.
Google Reviews
In the last 6 months I had a life changing health thing. Changed my life for the better in ways I can not even describe. I told myself as I could get around again I would visit 15 coffee coffee shops in 2-3 weeks. This place is amazing. Their coffee is top 3 I have ever had and…
Stopped in earlier today as it seemed like a really well rated coffee roaster. The coffee was pretty good but I was mostly disappointed with the indifference of the barista. I waited patiently as they worked through orders - didn’t seem to be anyone else working. When it was…
I really enjoyed the seasonal lemon bar latte they had! Super smooth and not overpowering on any front. Also had a ham and cheese croissant which was phenomenal! Sweet potato danish was a little too cream cheese tasting but that’s a personal preference! I would recommend giving…
I stopped in here last weekend to try their eggnog chai! It was pretty good, but I didn't get a whole lot of egg nog flavor. I've never had an egg nog chai before, but I do love a chai! However, I think I'd rather just chug eggnog straight in the future to get the full effect. …
A nice bright and citrusy cup of light roast drip. A nice quiet space with excellent natural light and a chill atmosphere on the day of my visit. Unfortunately, there is no self-service sugar or cream if you’re a vile heathen like me who puts said substances in ones own drip…
Got an oatmilk matcha that really tasted only of oat milk & vanilla but honestly, the clean bathrooms, gorgeous flowers on all tables, & the cute neighborhood market outside made up for it. Would go back & try another drink if in the area.
Crema Reviews
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