Slow Steeps · Fresh Bakes
Where morning light meets slow-steeped craft
An intimate espresso bar and Parisian-inspired kitchen in Prior Lake, serving locally roasted beans and flaky, scratch-made pastries daily.
- Locally Roasted Beans
- Freshly Baked Daily
- Apple Pay & Cards Accepted
Today's Pour & Bake
Freshly pulled espresso and warm pastries, straight from our morning bakes.
House Favorite
House Signature Cold Brew
Slow-steeped for 18 hours using our signature local roast. Clean, smooth, and served over crystal-clear ice.
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Lavender Honey Latte
Double shot of single-origin espresso with organic lavender syrup, local wildflower honey, and steamed oat milk.
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A concentrated, bright double shot of our seasonal single-origin beans, pulling notes of dark chocolate and stone fruit.
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Parisian Butter Croissant
Flaky, multi-layered, and baked fresh every single morning. Best enjoyed warm alongside a hot cup of black coffee.
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Our Story
A cozy French-inspired parlor in the heart of the Midwest
LoadTest Cold Brew 3 began with a simple desire: to bring the unhurried, romantic atmosphere of a Parisian boutique café to Prior Lake. We wanted a space where neighbors could slow down, enjoy a perfectly pulled espresso, and savor a pastry that actually flakes in your hands.
We partner directly with local Minnesota roasters who share our obsession with origin and roast profile. Every batch of our signature cold brew is steeped for exactly 18 hours at a precise temperature, coaxing out natural sweetness and eliminating any trace of bitterness.
- 18 HoursCold Brew Steep Time
- 100%Locally Sourced Beans
- 6 AMFresh Bakes Every Morning
- Prior LakeOur Cozy Home Town
We partner directly with local Minnesota roasters who share our obsession with origin and roast profile.
How we do it
A few things we hold to.
Locally Roasted Beans
Freshly Baked Daily
Apple Pay & Cards Accepted
What Our Regulars Say
Loved by coffee lovers
"The lavender honey latte has ruined all other coffee shops for me. It's perfectly balanced and not too sweet. The croissant actually shattered when I bit into it."
"I buy their L'Aurore house blend beans every two weeks. Shipped within days of roasting, and the flavor profile is incredibly consistent."
"It feels like a tiny slice of Paris tucked away in Minnesota. Their cold brew is so smooth I don't even need to add milk or sugar."