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My first coffeehouse experience, years ago, was The Grinder on the edge of Granite Falls, Minnesota. It remains one of my favorites. It is a beautiful little place tucked into the side of a granite outcrop with trees and wildlife.
I was living in Redwood Falls at the time and my friend, Cindy, was living in Granite Falls. When I opened the door to The Grinder and stepped onto that old wooden floor, smelled those shiny coffee beans, and saw all of the lovely merchandise, I was hooked.
The setting is charming and there is a patio out back with bird feeders and a fountain. They have vintage furniture to settle in on, and a wide array of gifts and cards.
Cindy and I stopped in on Saturday and found a for sale sign posted out in front. I envy whoever purchases it, because for me, it is a little slice of heaven in the Minnesota river valley.
