Coco Moon

This is a great little coffee/​tea shop in downtown Brainerd! You have to stop in and see it! We were in town to check out the antique shops and whatnot… stopped in for a tasty beverage… and got the scoop from the owner about where to go. She gave us great suggestions on stores to visit and what to do while in town.
As for the drinks, they were splendid. They have all the usual suspects you’d except to see at a coffee shop, plus some other originals ones that you don’t always find. I ordered a hot cocoa (I’d had enough caffeine already by that point) and it tasted like there was real chocolate in it – not the instant stuff! The other drinks looked and smelled great too. Next time, if I’m not already spiked up on caffeine, I’ll go with an espresso drink!

Followed directions from the staff at Habitat for Humanity to this funky coffee shop in downtown Brainerd, Mn. Great coffee, great service, yummy monster cookie, free refills. What more could one ask for?

One of the best coffee shops I’ve been to– great coffee, amazing baristas and an inviting atmosphere overall. Would fully recommend to any and all, from once-​in-​a-​while coffee drinkers to full blown connoisseurs.

Everything from the coffee, bagels, and cool tables, this place is one of the coziest café’s I’ve ever been in. Friendly employees and a warm atmosphere. If you’re far, it’s worth the drive.

Coco moon is my go-​to coffee shop in Brainerd. The espresso drinks are delicious, the fresh brewed coffee is incredibly smooth, and the pastries are to die for. (Highly recommend the Oreo cheesecake.)
The baristas are very friendly and cool, and make great drinks! One of my favorite places, with competitive prices.

I stopped in for a drink to go, but I have to leave some love. This place has an amazing board of coffee drinks and options to choose from. The drinks are good and service friendly. A must after breakfast down the road at the Barn.

I LOVE Coco Moon!
The atmosphere is quaint, comfortable and relaxing. The selection of coffee and tea flavor combinations is unmatched by any other coffee shop in town. While they may be scant on the pastries, they are always fresh, and tasty. My favorite breakfast at Coco Moon is a honey oat bagel (toasted) with honey walnut cream cheese. Awesome! I’ve had the 4-​shot large caramel latte’ and on special occasions enjoy the Carbomb coffee drink.
The owners are very friendly and if you frequent later in the afternoon, (about 2:30 pm) the place will be full.
It’s my favorite spot to meet people for casual business conversations, connect with friends or do some school work (hop on their free WIFI).
I am definitely a fan!

Stopped here to avoid the usual coffee chains. Funny, friendly and casual baristas. Coffee is yummy. Scone was tasty. I would stop here again.

My favorite coffee shop in town. Friendly staff and all local.

Kind of a cute shop. They try yo be ecclectic but it doesnt really work, a little tacky. Decent tasting pastries, the scones were dry and too sweet. Coffee was pretty good although they got my order wrong. Baristas were snooty and rude, they focus on their regulars and newbies kind of get treated lower. Overall not thrilled with my experience at the coco moon.

First time here in a longggggg time… like, i think the last time i visited Coco Moon was probably upwards of 15 yrs ago.
Was on my way to St Cloud, and figured I’d give CM a shot — as opposed to my usual Caribou pick-​me-​up. I thought they may have a better pastry selection and service — –WRONG!
I ordered a double cappuccino and a blueberry white chocolate (i think?) scone. My tab was over $ 6.00! Scoff!
But even worse was that was the service. Not friendly… actually very short with me, and not in a welcoming way.
«What can I get ya?»
-«Ummm… a double cappuccino».
«You want that wet?»
— «Huh? What the heck is wet?»
«More froth or milk»
— «I just want a normal cappuccino»
«WETTT! She wants a Wet Double Cappuccino».
— - Sheesh — — do you really have to say it that loud? WTH…
— - «Your scones… are they moist or more on the dry side?»
«Moist»
Really… i dunno. I tried… but I highly doubt I’ll be back.
Overpriced + short, crass service = not happy customer
(The barista {who did bang the espresso thing several times} was atleast friendlier than the cashier person, when she handed me my cappuccino.
The scone tasted alright — but I wasn’t overly impressed with the cappuccino.

Coco moon is my favorite place to get a coffee on my way up to my cabin. I like their coffee and the pastries are a nice pick me up halfway through my drive.
If you’re staying near Brainerd at one of the lodges, Coco Moon coffee is the best hangover cure around.

This place is cool but could take a bit more time making espresso. My americano was up in 10 seconds. Maybe they use good beans but… Peace Coffee would be a good choice.

This local coffee shop has good coffee and tea… but the atmosphere leaves much to be desired. Every time I’ve been in (3 or 4 times)…the barista bangs the espresso wand on the counter so hard over and over that you would think you were in a construction zone. I just counted and she has banged it about 15 times in the last 2 minutes. Am I the only one annoyed by this? Wow.
I really want to like this place because it’s local and quaint… but I probably won’t be back. It’s fine when no one else is ordering, but when they start to make drinks… watch out!
If you’re looking for a quieter place to work, try Caribou or Starbucks. My head is pounding.

There’s always 5 fresh-​brews in the airpots– dark, medium, 2 flavored, and a decaf. The baristas are always friendly and service is prompt. The slightly kitschy gifts and knick-​knacks that are available for purchase aren’t thrust upon the patron, which is nice. The espresso used isn’t super-​top quality, but it’s not bitter either.
definitely worth a stop when in town, and it feels better to give your money to a local business rather than a corporate entity anyhow.

I almost passed this place as I was driving back for the cabin. But if you are in the mood for one of the best turtle ice coffee’s you have to stop and grab one. The employees there were the greatest, and the prices will beat most of the other well know coffee houses.