Nina’s Coffee Cafe is a beloved St. Paul destination where great coffee, comforting food, and a welcoming atmosphere come together in a space that feels both relaxed and distinctive. Located at 165 Western Ave N, this airy indie cafe draws people in with its brick-walled charm, cozy seating, and lively yet comfortable energy.
Whether you are stopping in for breakfast, meeting a friend for lunch, settling in with a laptop, or simply looking for a place to enjoy a quiet solo meal, Nina’s offers the kind of setting that makes every visit feel easy and enjoyable.
With a 4.60-star rating from 1,287 reviews, it has clearly earned a strong reputation for quality, consistency, and a customer experience people trust.
The menu reflects the cafe’s thoughtful balance of flavor, variety, and convenience. Guests can enjoy light breakfast fare, satisfying sandwiches, and a strong coffee and tea selection, along with dessert, vegan options, vegetarian options, and quick bites for those on the go.
Known for fast service and great coffee, Nina’s also stands out for its great dessert offerings and local specialty items, giving visitors more reasons to return again and again.
From breakfast and lunch to coffee breaks and casual meals, it is a versatile choice for anyone who values fresh, approachable food in a place that feels special without being formal.
The on-site bar, Wi‑Fi, restroom access, and table service add to the convenience, while outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service options make it easy to enjoy Nina’s in whatever way best fits the day.
Accessibility and hospitality are also central to the experience. Nina’s Coffee Cafe offers a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and a wheelchair-accessible toilet, helping ensure that more guests can visit comfortably and confidently.
The cafe accepts reservations and a range of payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, making planning and checkout simple. Set in a casual, historic, trendy, and lively environment, Nina’s Coffee Cafe brings together the charm of a neighborhood gathering place with the reliability customers expect.
It is the kind of cafe that not only serves food and drinks, but also creates a welcoming space where people can work, connect, unwind, and return with confidence.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Nina's Coffee Cafe
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Turkey, ham, bacon, provolone, mayo, tomato and spinach
Bacon, mixed greens, tomato and mayo
Turkey, diced apples, bacon, spinach dried cranberries and yogurt sauce in a flour tortilla
Chicken, bacon, ranch dressing, mixed greens provolone and tomatoes in a flour tortilla
Tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta, onions, spinach hummus and cucumber served on naan flatbread
Ham, dijon, tomatoes, provolone and spinach
Turkey, cheddar, tomato, spinach and mayo
Rotating tuna salad with cheddar and spinach
Rotating chicken salad with provolone and spinach
Prosciutto, tomato, fresh mozzarella and basil on ciabatta
Wisconsin cheddar, provolone, sour cream, tomato red onion, sunflower seeds and cayenne
Rotating specialty soup served with baguette and butter
Spinach and mixed greens with diced apples, feta dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, walnuts house vinaigrette
Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, feta pepperoncini, house vinaigrette
Organic oats, vanilla soy milk, dried cranberries topped with organic yogurt, maple syrup and blueberries
Egg, spinach, tomatoes, and cheddar grilled in a flour tortilla. choice of bacon, ham, sausage or veggie sausage served with sour cream and salsa
Parfait with organic maple yogurt topped with apples, bananas, strawberries granola and blueberries
Or have peanut butter and jam!
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Hear from our valued guests
Nina's has been around for decades and there's a reason why....it is so cozy, inclusive, community driven, and has a great coffee/bakery menu. I often work from this Cafe or meet ppl, as it's so comfortable. Shop local!
I enjoy the atmosphere of this lovely historic building; it’s quite lively inside with the food and beverage counters just inside the door. They offer a nice selection of pastries and sandwiches. Plan to go early in the morning if you want a fresh scone baked the same day. Day old scones were available - but they are always best if just out of the oven. Excellent coffee!
Very beautiful building! Stopped by for some coffee, got an Iced vanilla latte. Gets busy on the weekends but it’s a great spot for small meet ups and studying! 📚
Visited for the first time on morning of NoKingsRally! Love the decor, the coffee, the food! I should've taken more pics of the historic space. Beautiful!
This was our first time here and it was a great experience. The Coffee varieties are endless, pastries are delicious, and the breakfast burrito was just right. The Frank P. Blair building (1887) that Nina's is located in is very unique and nostalgic. Very friendly staff and very busy.
Awesome drinks and pastries, very nice space with a lot of seating options. So delicious I always go here and get a chocolate croissant and hot chocolate, and my friends and family love their coffee.
Did someone say FANCYY?? This place is sooo gorgeous! The food and drinks are great! They have unique snacks and food you can pick from & a pretty standard but delicious drink menu. They have tons of seating and the lighting is stunning here. Staff is absolutely fantastic and super kind! I loved my visit and will definitely come back whenever I'm in the area!
Very cool place to hang out it’s got that old time vibe very relaxed but modern accommodations. From super private to open seating. The arched entries and chandeliers created an elegant vibe. The coffee drink was delicious as were the pastries.
Blessed with the presence of the Big Paul, Summit Avenue delivered strongly. It was easily able to find parking, executed a parallel parking maneuver to perfection. It was a short one minute walk to Nina's, enter the restaurant. Upon entry, there was no available menu. Fortunately, the big Paul knew what he wanted to order, so he ordered four small hot chocolates. Upon ordering the hot chocolates, he realized that there was very minimal seating, despite the gorgeous ambiance set by the interior designer. As he sat down, he used the wonderful Amendment amenities of the restaurant, and then received his hot chocolate in due time. The hot chocolate had a milk chocolate truffle taste, as was confirmed by a runt at the table. Restaurant has deservedly scored five stars, despite the lack of menu...
Adorable coffee shop! Fantastic coffee. Breakfast food options were excellent. For someone who does not eat pork, there are many options for food. It was soooo busy so we stood to eat at their high top area.
Common questions about Nina's Coffee Cafe
Nina's Coffee Cafe is located at 165 Western Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102, United States, St Paul, MN, United States.
You can reach Nina's Coffee Cafe by calling +1 651-292-9816.
Nina's Coffee Cafe has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 1287 customer reviews.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining, Good for working on laptop.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following offerings: Alcohol, Coffee, Quick bite, Vegan options, Vegetarian options.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following dining options: Breakfast, Lunch, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Lively, Trendy.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists, University students.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following children: High chairs.
Nina's Coffee Cafe features the following parking: Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Business Features
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