It’s great to cook at home, but it’s not always convenient. So where do you go when you’re craving warm, delicious comfort food without the hassle of prepping your kitchen and cleaning up? If you’re like most Minnesotans, you have a favorite restaurant or two that serve up amazing versions of your most loved meals. There are countless restaurants all around the state that do just that, but one of our favorites is a little spot in Zumbrota, Minnesota. The Coffee Mill Cafe is a popular restaurant that draws in visitors every day. Its divine homemade pies even attracted a president on the campaign trail. Here’s what you need to know:

Coffee Mill Cafe is a charming little restaurant in Zumbrota, Minnesota. This town, famous for its covered bridge, is north of Rochester, about 40 miles south of the Twin Cities.
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The Coffee Mill is exactly the type of place you’d expect from a small town like Zumbrota. The staff is friendly, the dining area is simple but clean, and the food is plentiful. Sit down at the counter for a view of the hustle and bustle...
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...or choose a table in the main dining area for a quieter spot. This place fills up fast, but there’s plenty of seating, and you’ll never have to wait too long!
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As for the food, Coffee Mill serves up classic diner classics that will please just about anybody. For example, grab a breakfast of eggs, pancakes, and bacon or sausage to start your day off on the right foot.
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Lunchtime visitors will appreciate the varied menu of noontime favorites. Sandwiches, salads, and burgers are popular options. Served with a big pile of fries, these hearty meals are some of the best deals in town.
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No matter when you show up, don’t leave without trying a slice of homemade pie. In fact, the pie is the cafe’s claim to fame. President Obama stopped at the cafe on the 2011 campaign trail to try some pie!
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There are many choices on the menu, with new ones added all the time! Try coconut cream, classic apple, pumpkin, pecan, cherry, and more. If you’re a pie lover, you cannot go wrong.
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Next time you’re in the Zumbrota area, make a pit stop to the Coffee Mill. This little cafe is full of friendly service, full plates, and amazing pie!
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The Coffee Mill Cafe is open Monday-Thursday 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday-Saturday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Sunday. For more information, take a look at their Facebook page.

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