Raw Deal

Great space!!! I would definitely suggest for studying or meeting with groups. The decor is on point with the organic coffeehouse vibe they are trying to portray. The only reason for the 3 stars is the lack or variety in food, there are “organic” options but all that are loaded with chocolate. Their banana bread should be called a chocolate loaf with banana. I was really hoping for some healthy options when I had looked this place up originally. Also it is a little pricey for what is actually is what is a large coffee shop. Coffee was good but not the best I’ve had.

I love having a vegan place, especially that has raw options, to stop at on my way from the Twin Cities to back home in Wisconsin. I've never had something I didn't like and the atmosphere is excellent :)

I came later in the day, so I did not experience it at a faster pace, so my review reflects this.
What a fantastic coffee space. It has a really large area if you want to sit in and do some work, read a book (they have a small library if you want to sit and read something offered), or just relax. It looks like they have a space for music, so sometimes there might be some local folk, or jazz, or something befitting the area. They have a wide selection of coffee, and bon coffee drinks, and I think there was an area for more adult drinks of the fermented persuasion. I got the special at the time, Peaches and Cream Iced Latte, with extra sweet foam, and it was so good, I ended up getting a second one while I was there visiting with friends. Because we came later in the day the atmosphere was pretty relaxed, and you could sit and not feel cramped, or rushed. A real boon if you like to be in a public space, but still desire to be in a bit of a bubble.
Raw deal also features it's coffee in to go ground, whole bean, and k cups, if you want to take the experience home with you.
I'll be hitting this place up when I'm next in the area. A good local coffee shop cannot be denied.

Have a card here & come a couple times a week. Great place to relax, chill with friends, do homework and even grab a beer.
Also, the farmers market is here every Saturday and it's a great environment to walk around to support local businesses.

First time here. Not really sure what to think. When I walked in I thought the place looked amazing and inviting. I was looking at the menu and quickly realized everything is very expensive. A 12 oz juice is about $6. I was happy to pay this price but extremely shocked by the price of the treats on the counter. I got what I hope is a vegan rice crispy treat since the girl at the counter said she thinks it is and that it would be marked if it wasn't. I thought everything in this place was supposed to be vegan, but when I looked at the candy they had for sale a bunch of it was not. This is honestly upsetting to me because I really would expect a place like this to be vegan. I wish my juice was a 16 oz for the price but I understand produces expensive. Not sure I will be back often but I would like to bring my husband for some beer and maybe an ice cream.

Friendly and informal atmosphere, best coffee in town, and great local beers. Over the years some of the staff have become friends and still keep in touch after they have graduated from university and moved away. Feels more like family than a business.
The Raw Deal is also hosting the winter farmers market in Menomonie every other weekend for most of the winter. Even more baked goods, jams, meat etc available from local vendors at the farmer's market.

Love this cozy find while on a work trip. Delicious vegan options, vibrant juices & personable customer service 🥰

Super friendly people work here! Coffee is super amazing and you simply have to try the coffee. An the unusual historical decor is great to view as you visit with friends or loved ones. Your going to miss out if you don't try this place.

Great service, and it feels really comfortable. Plus, great coffee.

Great coffee and good location. But lack of price transparency. The price of bagels and condiments are not provided in the counter posting. Charging over $1 for butter also seems excessive.