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Review of Cafe Sonder

Cafe Sonder is a modern cafe with an old soul, located at 305 E Chicago Ave in Minocqua, Wisconsin. This cozy cafe is known for its delicious Colectivo coffee and Rishi tea, as well as its light all-day breakfast and daily lunch specials. Whether you're looking for a quick caffeine fix or a satisfying meal, Cafe Sonder has got you covered.

The cafe's interior exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to relax and unwind. The staff at Cafe Sonder are known for their kindness and genuine hospitality, ensuring that every customer feels welcome and well taken care of. The positive energy and friendly smiles of the staff add to the overall charm of the place.

One of the highlights of Cafe Sonder is its outdoor seating area, which is particularly enjoyable during the warm months. It's a great place to soak up the sun while sipping on your favorite beverage or enjoying a delicious meal.

Customers rave about the high quality and freshness of the food at Cafe Sonder. From their delectable baked goods to their mouthwatering lunch specials, every dish is made with care and attention to detail. The oatmeal with fruit is a popular choice among patrons, and the quiche is highly recommended for those looking for a savory option.

With its fair prices and great quality food and beverages, Cafe Sonder is a wonderful place to visit. The staff is swift in taking care of orders, even during busy times, and the cafe is always kept tidy. Whether you're a local looking for your morning pick-me-up or a visitor in search of a charming cafe experience, Cafe Sonder is definitely worth a visit.

From the business

"A modern cafe with an old soul. Serving Colectivo coffee and Rishi tea, along with light all day breakfast and daily lunch specials. Downtown Minocqua. During the warm months, we have outdoor seating."

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Cafe Sonder Reviews - 82

4.6
Quality
5.0
Location
5.0
Price
4.0
Service
4.5
Madeline Dodge

Great food and cute shop, but while trying to place a order over the phone was hung up on multiple times and never got my order through. It might have been misunderstanding between conversations but otherwise the cafe is great.

Candace Bonham

Strong and tasty espresso I really enjoy the drinks here. Have you guys considered getting on the Joe app? It would be a perfect use for your pickup window.

Amanda Rosebud

The espresso is incredible. This is a quiet little shop with cute vibes. The lunch special is always good, with locally grown greens and delicious bread. Definitely recommend for a little get together, a study spot, or a quick lunch stop

Marge Dunbar

What a wonderful experience we had today at this delightful cafe, Cafe Sonder. The food was delicious and tastefully presented, the staff is family and greet guests with smiles and kindness! Great food, great coffee, and pleasant staff what more could you ask for, and this lovely cafe delivers it all and then some!

Elizabeth Sexton

I have never experienced such rude service from the owner in my life. I bought a coffee at 11am, we were sitting with our laptops for not even 5 minutes and the owner asks us to leave within the hour for lunch rush. I told her we will buy lunch there so that she won't be inconvenienced. I go to buy lunch a little later and I sit back down. She then comes back to our table and yells at us and accuses us of being there since 9am (we had hardly been there an hour at this point and spent $35 on food and drinks). There were several tables open in the restaurant. She made us move tables right as my lunch came out, but at this point I was crying because of how mean she was and I did not touch my lunch. One of the waitresses came and apologized for how mean the owner was and gave me a cookie. The cookie smelled nice, but tasted salty because of the tears I got on it.
I would say it is common courtesy to not yell at your guest.

Meredith Foss

Wow amazing! I’ve been waiting for a place like this in Minocqua. Not only are the people/workers especially kind but the food is out of this world. The bakery items are some of the best I’ve had anywhere! We pre order items and they happily accommodate. We went in there and it was packed!! With covid and short staff all over the country hope others will be patient and appreciate what they are trying to do in the Northwoods. We are lucky to have them here!

Bridget Blood

Cafe Sonder is a GREAT addition to downtown Minocqua. The staff is sweet and the environment is welcoming and friendly. A great place to sit and read or catch up with friends. Coffee and selection of beans as well as tasty pastries was the best around!

TheOnlyJenny

Stopped in early Sunday morning on our way out of town - We had no idea what a treat we were in for!

We ordered a pumpkin spice latte, two different flavors of chai latte, and two types of muffins. All were great, but the sour cream cinnamon muffins need a call-out for one of the best, most moist muffins I’ve ever had.

Baked goods are freshly made by “Grandma” in the back, and they also have quiche. They said they will be rolling out a full menu in the future. There are a few tables and chairs inside, including an electric fireplace, and a small patio out front.

Highly recommend - we look forward to becoming regulars at this new establishment.

UPDATE: I had a concern about mask wearing at Cafe Sonder and the owner addressed it. I look forward to a return trip there.

Ben Alt

Everything was clean and neat when I walked in. I was super excited about trying this new place. After all I only get to Minoqua one a year so I’m always excited about trying the new restaurants. While I was waiting for my coffee. The owner or manager kept screaming at the people to shut the door because the ac was on. Very rude I thought. But after 25 minutes of waiting for my coffee that never showed up I was forced to leave. I couldnt bear to listen to the women scream about the ac any longer. Enjoy my $6 dollar tip

Paul Sandstone

Quant yet cute little cafe in the down town area of Minocqua. Family owned and run. Quality cafe drinks for those not looking for diner coffee or hotel coffee. Friendly staff and bakery is quite tasty! All good smiles too! For true coffee people.

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