Some restaurants are built for dinner. Others are built for brunch. This one falls firmly in the second camp.
Set in Minneapolis, MN, Code Blu Coffee has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
There's a small patio out back that fills up the moment the weather turns, and a wait list that moves faster than it looks.
Vegetarians and vegans are well taken care of — at least three plant-forward mains anchor the menu, not just an afterthought side of fruit.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Minneapolis, Code Blu Coffee is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. It is not the cheapest brunch in town, nor the trendiest — but it might be the most consistent, and that counts for a lot on a Sunday morning.
Frequently asked questions
Does Code Blu Coffee take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Minneapolis are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Code Blu Coffee kid-friendly?
Yes — Code Blu Coffee welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Code Blu Coffee serve?
It's classified under coffee — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Minneapolis.
Is there outdoor seating at Code Blu Coffee?
Yes — outdoor seating is available, weather permitting.
Location
Coordinates: 44.9629, -93.2335. Use these coordinates with your preferred maps application for directions.