Fargo, North Dakota may be best known for its harsh winters and the iconic film of the same name, but it’s also home to a burgeoning coffee scene. Offering more than just a haven from the cold, these coffee shops provide unique beverage experiences that satisfy coffee enthusiasts’ tastes for quality and diversity. The city’s coffee culture traces its roots back to community gatherings in traditional coffee houses. Over time, these spaces have evolved into hip, vibrant shops, each with their unique flare and coffee offerings. Whether you’re after a robust blend expertly roasted like the ones you’ll find at Northbrew Coffee or a handcrafted beverage from a well-established establishment like Red River Coffee Co., Fargo’s coffee shops have something for everyone.
Featured Coffee Shops
Northbrew Coffee
⭐ 5 out of 19 Reviews
📍 3401 25th St S, Fargo, ND 58104
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Welcome to Northview, not just a church, but a big, bustling family. We gather weekly to bask in our shared love for Jesus and relish our sense of community. Here, faith in Jesus prevails, with His teachings forming the bedrock of our existence. Our pastors, Dave and Alissa, are certified community builders, having devoted their life’s work to impart the transformative teachings of the Lord on to the next generation.
At Northview, we also believe in celebrating milestones together, with child dedication services held on a regular basis. In addition to this, we offer an assortment of stimulating resources to aid our congregation’s spiritual growth. Our YouVersion Bible app can be a helpful daily companion, nurturing your spiritual curiosity with continuous biblical readings. We also offer free access to RightNow Media, an extensive library of Biblically-based videos that cater to everyone in your family.
For those who have taken the step to follow Jesus, we provide guidance and support to embark on this exciting journey. Salvation under Jesus is a revered gift, which we embrace with gratitude. At Northview, we aim to facilitate your soulful transition into the fold, acting as your spiritual reinforcements as you navigate your journey toward salvation. Join our family at Northview as we celebrate Jesus and build a community together!
Red River Coffee Co.
⭐ 4.5 out of 233 Reviews
📍 2600 52nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104
Settle in at Red River Coffee Co., the place to be for a delicious brew in a warm and inviting setting. We obsess over crafting the flawless cup every time using the finest beans, and it’s this passion that’s served us well, as we’ve become the go-to coffee shop in town. Not only can you anticipate a superior coffee but we also whisk up a range of in-house, from-scratch menu items. Our offering includes fresh pastries and hearty sandwiches, now available to order online for a breezy pickup. We’ve been part of local the fabric for four decades - owned by four generations of women and continually improving and growing our business in the Fargo area. Our most recent owner, Katelynn Smith, is excited to uphold the legacy of superior coffee. We’re all about creating a cozy atmosphere, serving up the freshest coffee and dishing out scrumptious pastries and snacks. Drop by and savor the Red River Coffee Co. experience for yourself!
Scooter’s Coffee
⭐ 4.6 out of 57 Reviews
📍 3610 Veterans Blvd, Fargo, ND 58104
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Experience a taste of summer with our range of refreshing flavors. At Scooter’s Coffee, we’re here to help you boost your energy any time of the day with your favorite cup! Explore our journey of brewing integrity, love, humility, and courage in every sip. Remember, we’re not just in the coffee business; we’re in the people business too. Hurry up and explore our menu to unravel the essence of Scooter’s Coffee. Our coffee, made from 100% Arabica beans and complemented with our irresistible pastries and smoothies, awaits you. Meet us at your nearest location or learn more about us and keep up with our latest offerings on our blog. And if you love us as much as we bet you will, check out our franchise opportunities to bring a Scooter’s Coffee to your own locality. Be Amazing with Scooter’s Coffee!
Beans Coffee Bar
⭐ 4.5 out of 340 Reviews
📍 2550 S University Dr, Fargo, ND 58103
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Welcome to Beans Coffee Bar, where we pour love… one cup at a time. Coffee has the power to transform your day, and studies suggest it might even make you awesome! Heidi-Beans, our founder, cherishes the memory of her coffee-loving dad and tries to make each cup of our unique daily brews an homage to him. Indulge in the gooey delight of our Caramel Royale on Tuesdays or start your weekend with a creamy Crème Brulee on Saturday. We also serve our specialities every day; Beans Blend and Beans First Love in both medium and dark roasts, ensuring a delightful espresso for everyone. And don’t forget to try our deliciously dangerous bucket of hot Beans Mini Donuts in cinnamon or powdered sugar. Not feeling like coffee? We’ve got you covered with a variety of tea, cocoa, smoothies, sodas, and even snacks. Our Beans-to-go option makes it easy for you to enjoy our variety of roasts in the comfort of your home. Did we mention you can order gift cards for your caffeine-loving friends and family? Stop by our locations in Fargo, ND today, or order online for brewing bliss.
The Bison Beanery
⭐ 4.8 out of 21 Reviews
📍 1441 Albrecht Blvd, Fargo, ND 58105
Balancing college life can sometimes necessitate a caffeine boost, and NDSU Dining provides just that! With four full-service coffee shops conveniently located on campus, NDSU will keep you refreshed and ready to tackle your day. Not only can you enjoy your favorite coffee drinks, but our shops also serve a variety of other treats like pastries, sandwiches, salads, and even soups!
Our locations include charming spots like the Caribou Coffee in Memorial Union that’s open throughout the academic year and even during the summer. We also proudly house the Minard Coffee Shop that is a designated We Proudly Serve Starbucks® location, bringing Starbucks favorites right to your campus doorstep. Please note that this unique coffee stop closes for the summer season.
For those living on campus, the Bison Beanery located inside the Residence Dining Center is the perfect place for a coffee refresh, with beverages included in your meal price! However, this charming spot does close in the summer too.
Rounding up our fantastic coffee shop line-up is the Barry Hall Coffee Shop. As NDSU’s official downtown coffee hub, not only can you get your coffee fix here, but they also serve fan-favorite foods too! Keep in mind that this crowd-pleasing cafe closes for the summer season as well. So swing by, keep caffeinated and enjoy our cozy campus coffee spots!
Caribou Coffee
⭐ 4.5 out of 478 Reviews
📍 1450 25th Street SW, Fargo, ND 58103
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Discover the premium coffee experience at Caribou Coffee’s Fargo-25th Street Marketplace location. Perched at 1450 25th Street SW, Fargo, ND, we’re a haven for lovers of high-quality, handcrafted beverages and food. Our expertly roasted coffee blends and espressos are just the start of it! Indulge in our specialty mochas and lattes made with nothing but the topmost ingredients. And don’t forget to amp up your day with our assortment of premium breakfast sandwiches, baked goods, and snacks. Welcome to a place where you can fuel life’s adventures. Enjoying top-notch coffee at Fargo-25th Street Marketplace is more than just a routine, it’s an experience!
Youngblood Coffee Roasters
⭐ 4.7 out of 357 Reviews
📍 623 2nd Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
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Born from grassroots beginnings in 2016, Youngblood has since become a celebrated destination for all coffee lovers. Proudly hand-roasting only ethically sourced, fully washed Arabica beans, our aim is to bring out each coffee’s unique character and flavor through our world-class Probat. You’ll find the taste of our coffee to be perfectly balanced - never over roasted - with the right sweetness, acidity, and body. We cordially invite you to share our love for quality coffee at Youngblood. Let’s create perfect coffee moments together.
Vampire Penguin
⭐ 4.7 out of 38 Reviews
📍 4600 17th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
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In the vibrant and ever-evolving world of desserts, many have tried and failed to reimagine the humble snow cone. Well, we at Vampire Penguin are not like the many. We aimed for global domination, and in doing so, created a very specific dessert that quickly became the symbol of sheer bliss. Enter, the dark realm of early penguin hood! Our very own Vampire Penguin, the world-renowned dessert whiz, shook the world with his innovation. Despite being told he had no purpose, Vampire Penguin proved them all wrong by crafting the most scrumptious and fluffiest dessert that you would ever taste. So why wait? Join us at our Fargo location today, and let Vampire Penguin Shaved Snow change your dessert game forever. This is where light, fluffy, creamy shaved ice & desserts find their true calling!
Caribou Coffee
⭐ 4.5 out of 286 Reviews
📍 4484 15th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
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At our Caribou Coffee location at 4484 15th Ave, Fargo, ND, we pride ourselves on being a premium coffeehouse serving high-quality, handcrafted beverages and all-day breakfast items. From freshly brewed hot coffee to iced lattes and mochas made with real chocolate, vanilla, and caramel, we got you covered! But that’s not all; we also have our signature Caribou Coffee espresso drinks, such as the Turtle Mocha, Caramel High Rise®, and Mint Condition Mocha®. Hungry? We offer delicious food options like high-quality breakfast sandwiches, baked goods, and snacks. Ideal for on-the-go orders, we also offer mobile ordering and comfortable indoor seating. Download the Caribou Coffee app for easy ordering, menu details, store hours, and to enjoy the Caribou Perks® experience better.
Twenty Below Coffee Co. Fargo
⭐ 4.8 out of 623 Reviews
📍 14 Roberts St N, Fargo, ND 58102
Welcome to Twenty Below Coffee Co & Roasting Works, Fargo’s top-ranked coffee shop by the Food Network. More than just a coffee shop, we’re your local friends who strongly believe that good coffee starts at the farm and that those involved in growing the beans should make a decent living. We’re not just talking the talk but walking the walk by partnering with the same farms year after year, to ensure we obtain high-quality beans and make sure that those who grow them are compensated fairly. Besides our exceptional coffee, we’re always ready to roll up our sleeves to help our partners overcome any challenges such as recipe creation, drink pricing, staff culture, workflow consultation, training, and equipment malfunctions. You think it and we can help tackle it together. We also offer free shipping on all orders over $49. Visit or join us today and experience coffee that’s not just phenomenal, but also good for the people!
Caribou Coffee
⭐ 4.6 out of 91 Reviews
📍 4475 31st Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104
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Welcome to Caribou Coffee at 31st Ave S, Fargo, ND, serving up premium handcrafted beverages and all-day breakfast items. Whether you’re craving classics like freshly brewed hot coffee, iced lattes and mochas made with real chocolate, vanilla, and caramel or our signature Caribou Coffee espresso drinks like Turtle Mocha, Caramel High Rise® and Mint Condition Mocha®, we’ve got you covered. Hungry? Grab delicious food including a variety of high-quality breakfast sandwiches, baked goods, and snacks to fuel your day. You’ll love our drive-thru and walk-up only cabin location, plus we’ve made it super easy for you to order with our Caribou Coffee app, which also gives you valuable info on our menu, store hours, and how to make the most of our Caribou Perks® experience. Let’s start brewing your perfect cup of coffee today!
Beans Coffee Bar
⭐ 4.6 out of 470 Reviews
📍 5675 26th Ave S suite 100, Fargo, ND 58103
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Welcome to Beans Coffee Bar! We bring love to your cup one sip at a time, inspired by an undying passion for coffee inherited from a devoted father fondly nicknamed as Beans. From the widely-loved French Vanilla to the daring Zombie Cure, enjoy our flavored brews cycling through the week, with Beans Blend in medium and dark roasts always on tap. And why not sip on our Espresso, Beans First Love, or choose from a variety of lattes, mochas, cappuccinos, teas, and ciders. But don’t let your coffee feel lonely; pair it with our delectable mini donuts, bagels, muffins, cookies, or even a fresh fruit cup. Fancy our taste? Take it home with you, our coffee comes by the pound and in a variety of flavors. If you’re not in Fargo, don’t fret! We can bring the love to you. Come home to Beans, where every cup is a labor of love.
Northstar Coffee
⭐ 4.8 out of 57 Reviews
📍 2412 2nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
Welcome to Northstar Coffee, your new favorite coffee destination in Fargo, North Dakota. We have three conveniently located shops where you are guaranteed excellent coffee and a warm, friendly atmosphere. These are at 724 N. Univ. Dr., 32nd Ave. S. & 25th St, and 2412 2nd Ave S. We’re immensely proud of our 4.8-star rating from over 131 satisfied customers. Just to spice things up a bit, we’re offering a dollar off our Macadamia Twist drink, a delicious blend of Caramel and Chocolate Macadamia Nut. Just remember to use the code “BEAN” when you order. Also, good news, in these trying times, we offer curbside pickups ensuring your safety without compromising the quality of service. For more details about our different locations and specials, follow us on Facebook at Northstar Coffee Fargo. Looking forward to brewing and serving your next cup of coffee!
Babb’s Coffee House
⭐ 4.6 out of 679 Reviews
📍 604 Main Ave, Fargo, ND 58103
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Welcome to Babb’s Coffee House, where we pride ourselves in being truly unique both in our coffee and atmosphere. Awarded as the Best Coffee House, Best Bakery, and Best Dessert, we take pride in offering smooth, consistent tasting coffee, roasted and airlifted fresh every week from Seattle. Our syrups are all-natural and come without any preservatives. Enjoy your coffee along with live music and poetry readings, all set against the backdrop of the gorgeous Seattle skyline. Our menu includes delicious breakfast entrees, grilled Panini sandwiches, wraps & quesadillas, fresh chilled sandwiches, lighter meals and soups, as well as salads. Apart from being a coffee house, we also have conference rooms available at our Jamestown location. Perfect for hosting parties or business meetings, these rooms can be reserved for $15-$35 per hour and hold up to 60 seats. Don’t forget to try our wide selection of Market Spice Teas and fresh gourmet desserts for, what we like to call, A Taste Of Seattle! We hope to see you soon at our Fargo-Downtown or Jamestown location, and for your convenience, online ordering is available.
Caribou Coffee
⭐ 4.5 out of 137 Reviews
📍 4151 45th St S, Fargo, ND 58104
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Step into Caribou Coffee located at 4151 45th St South, Fargo, ND - a premium coffeehouse where quality, handcrafted beverages, and food are the order of the day! Our Hornbacher’s - Osgood location serves expertly roasted coffee blends & espressos to titillate your taste buds. And for our special drink fans, we offer handcrafted beverages such as mochas and lattes, guaranteed to be made from only the best ingredients. Our food menu boasts a variety of premium breakfast sandwiches, baked goods, and snacks - just the fuel you need for life’s adventures! So why wait? Come to our corner of the world, and we promise, it will soon become your favorite spot.
A Glimpse into Fargo’s Rich History
- Fargo, originally known as Centralia, was founded in 1871 on the Red River of the North floodplain. It’s named after Northern Pacific Railway director and Wells Fargo Express Company founder William Fargo.
- Located on the eastern border of North Dakota, Fargo is the largest city in the state with a population of approximately 125,000.
- Fargo’s relationship with coffee dates back to the late 19th century when the first coffee houses opened their doors to the public. The city’s coffee scene has since blossomed, with a plethora of coffee shops dotted throughout the city.
Fargo’s Favorite Coffee Haunts
- Downtown Fargo is a popular destination for coffee lovers, with numerous coffee shops located within walking distance of each other.
- The trendy NDSU district is another hotspot, frequented by students and faculty members for its cozy coffee shops.
- The West Acres neighborhood, renowned for its shopping centers, is home to some of the city’s best-known coffee shops.
