5 Affordable Cafes in Downtown, St. Cloud MN
Updated 29 September 2026 · 8 cafes in Downtown, St. Cloud MN considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide collects five cafes and casual restaurants for people in and around Downtown St. Cloud, Minnesota. It suits locals, students and visitors looking for coffee, breakfast or a sit-down meal nearby. The businesses were chosen from eight qualifying listings and ranked by Google rating, weighted by review count. Each entry lists the category, hours, address and features, and summarises what reviewers mention, so you can find the right stop around Downtown.
#1
Cafe Renaissance
★ 4.7 (688 Google reviews)Mediterranean restaurant$20–60 per person
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Cafe Renaissance is a Mediterranean restaurant on Frontage Rd N in Waite Park, open 3 to 9 pm Monday to Saturday and closed Sunday. Reviewers mention a beautiful setting, attentive service, a large lobster dish and well-matched food and wine. One couple used the private dining room for a wedding dinner and found planning easy. It lists cocktails, live music, vegan options and full wheelchair accessibility.
Best for: Evening dinners and private events
- Address
- 2140 Frontage Rd N, Waite Park, MN 56387, United States
- Hours
- Fri 3–9 pm; Mon 3–9 pm; Sat 3–9 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 3–9 pm; Tue 3–9 pm; Wed 3–9 pm
#2
Kitchenette
★ 4.8 (150 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–20 per person
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Kitchenette is a women-owned restaurant on E St Germain St, open daily from 7 am to 2 pm. Reviewers mention several Eggs Benedict dishes, with the salmon version a favourite, plus polenta bacon, biscuits and gravy, a homemade bloody mary, mimosas and chai lattes. They describe a warm welcome and kind service. It is listed as serving local specialties and is wheelchair accessible throughout.
Best for: Weekend brunch and Eggs Benedict
- Address
- 417 E St Germain St, St Cloud, MN 56304, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–2 pm
#3
MT's on 8th
★ 4.5 (786 Google reviews)Bar & grill$10–20 per person
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MT's on 8th is a bar and grill on Veterans Dr, open from 11 am until 1 am most nights and midnight on Sundays. Reviewers mention large steak sandwiches, club sandwiches, crispy tater tots, taco salad and fish. It hosts bingo and quiz nights, live music and arcade games. One reviewer found staff stretched on a busy night, and another reported a billing dispute.
Best for: Casual lunch and game nights
- Address
- 2022 Veterans Dr, St Cloud, MN 56303, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–1 am; Mon 11 am–1 am; Sat 11 am–1 am; Sun 11 am–12 am; Thu 11 am–1 am; Tue 11 am–1 am; Wed 11 am–1 am
#4
Scooter's Coffee
★ 4.5 (260 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Scooter's Coffee on W Division St is a drive-through coffee shop opening at 5:30 am on weekdays, 6 am Saturday and 7 am Sunday, closing at 7 pm. Reviewers mention very fast service, matcha lattes, coffee and snacks, with a menu of hot and iced drinks, smoothies and breakfast sandwiches. One notes staff are not always lively. It lists a free parking lot and allows dogs outside.
Best for: Early drive-through coffee
- Address
- 3203 W Division St, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5:30 am–7 pm; Mon 5:30 am–7 pm; Sat 6 am–7 pm; Sun 7 am–7 pm; Thu 5:30 am–7 pm; Tue 5:30 am–7 pm; Wed 5:30 am–7 pm
#5
Casariya Cafe & Deli
★ 5 (31 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Casariya Cafe & Deli is a coffee shop on 3rd St N, open daily from 7 am to 10 pm. Reviewers call out Somali tea, coffee and Somali food, and describe a calm atmosphere with friendly service. One says orders placed ahead are ready on arrival. It offers kerbside pickup, delivery, catering and Wi-Fi, and lists a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Somali tea and food
- Address
- 3409 3rd St N, St Cloud, MN 56303, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 cafes in Downtown, St. Cloud MN with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Cafe Renaissance and MT's on 8th take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Scooter's Coffee opens at 6 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Cafe Renaissance ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 688 reviews. Kitchenette is second at 4.8 from 150 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, St. Cloud MN are open late?
MT's on 8th stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Cafe Renaissance $20–60; Kitchenette $10–20; MT's on 8th $10–20; Scooter's Coffee $1–10; Casariya Cafe & Deli $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Cafe Renaissance, Kitchenette, MT's on 8th, Scooter's Coffee and Casariya Cafe & Deli.
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