A beautifully crafted coffee latte with intricate leaf art in a white ceramic mug on a warm wooden counter

Lakeside Charm · Parisian Soul

Where slow-dripped mornings catch the lake light

A refined espresso bar and boutique café in Prior Lake, serving signature 18-hour cold brew and freshly laminated pastries.

  • 18-Hour Slow Extraction
  • Locally Roasted Beans
  • Laminated Daily by Hand
  • Apple & Google Pay
Small-Batch Cold BrewFresh Croissants DailyPrior Lake, MNSingle-Origin EspressoParisian InspiredLakeside Mornings

Our Story

Bringing the charm of Parisian slow-living to Prior Lake

We started LoadTest Cold Brew 2 with a simple vision: to combine the meticulous craft of Parisian boutique cafés with the warm, welcoming spirit of our Minnesota lakeside community. Every morning, we dial in our espresso, prepare our slow-dripped cold brew, and bake our pastries to golden perfection.

We source our beans from dedicated local roasters who share our commitment to ethical sourcing and exceptional flavor profiles. Whether you are grabbing a quick takeaway for a day on the water or sitting down to watch the morning light filter through our windows, we invite you to slow down and savor the moment.

  • 18 Hours
    Cold extraction time
  • 100%
    Locally roasted beans
  • 27 Layers
    In every handmade croissant
  • 6 AM
    Fresh bakes daily
A cozy rustic cafe interior with soft warm lighting hanging bulbs and wooden tables
We started LoadTest Cold Brew 2 with a simple vision: to combine the meticulous craft of Parisian boutique cafés with the warm, welcoming spirit of our Minnesota lakeside community.
LoadTest Cold Brew 2

How we do it

A few things we hold to.

  • 18-Hour Slow Extraction

  • Locally Roasted Beans

  • Laminated Daily by Hand

  • Apple & Google Pay

Guest Notes

What our regulars are saying

  • "The lavender honey cold brew is absolute perfection. It feels like a tiny trip to Paris right here in Minnesota."
    Clara M.
    Prior Lake, MN
  • "I've never had a croissant this flaky outside of Europe. You can taste the butter and care in every single layer."
    Julian T.
    Savage, MN
  • "They take their coffee seriously but treat everyone like family. The lakeside blend is my absolute go-to every morning."
    Marcus K.
    Prior Lake, MN

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