Now Open in East Bismarck

Ever wonder
what your
neighborhood
café could be?

By day, it's your espresso destination with single-origin pour-overs and fresh-baked pastries. By night, the same space transforms into a cocktail lounge with craft drinks and live music on weekends.

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AM–PM
Open Daily
200+
Regulars & Growing
5★
Local Favorite
Interior of Arctic Room café with emerald green accents and warm lighting
Daily Special
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Arctic Room interior with emerald green walls and modern furnishings
Cocktail preparation at Arctic Room bar
Fresh pastries and coffee at Arctic Room
2023
Established
Our Story

Not your average
coffee shop.

We opened Arctic Room with one bold idea: a space that doesn't force you to choose between a great cup of coffee and a great night out. The same room that welcomes you at 7 AM with the smell of fresh espresso and warm croissants transforms after dark into a warmly lit cocktail destination.

Located on East Thayer Avenue in Bismarck, we're proud to be a gathering place for students, remote workers, date-night couples, and weekend live-music crowds alike. Our menu changes with the seasons, our staff knows your name, and our emerald-green walls have seen more good conversations than we can count.

Two Modes
Day café, night bar
Local First
ND-sourced ingredients
Live Music
Weekend performances
Cozy & Safe
All-ages welcome early
What We Serve

The Menu
shifts with the sun

Coffee in the morning. Cocktails after dark. Same ingredients, same care — just different vibes.

Espresso Bar

Single-origin beans, pulled to order

Espresso
Double shot, rich & bold
Cortado
Equal parts espresso & steamed milk
Oat Milk Latte
Creamy, velvety, plant-based
Cold Brew
20-hour steep, smooth finish
Pour Over
Rotating single-origin, ask your barista

Specialty & Warm

Seasonal rotations & comfort classics

Matcha Latte
Ceremonial grade, whisked fresh
Chai Latte
House-spiced, steamed to order
Hot Chocolate
Belgian chocolate, whipped cream
Seasonal Brew
Current rotation — ask what's pouring
Fresh Juices
Orange, ginger-turmeric, green
The Experience

A room that
breathes
with you.

Mornings here are bright and purposeful — laptops open, espresso machines humming, the kind of quiet energy that makes you want to stay for three hours. After five, the lighting drops, the playlist shifts, and the same tables become stage-adjacent spots for friends catching up over craft cocktails.

We host live music on Friday and Saturday nights — local artists, no cover charge. During the day, we're your go-to for remote work, study sessions, or a casual meet-up. The space is designed to feel the same regardless of when you walk in: warm, bold, and unapologetically welcoming.

Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Dog Friendly Patio
Arctic Room evening atmosphere with warm lighting and cocktail service
Find Us

Come say
hi.

Address
2124 E Thayer Ave
Bismarck, ND 58501-4953
Hours
Mon–Thu: 7 AM – 10 PM
Fri–Sat: 7 AM – 12 AM
Sunday: 8 AM – 8 PM

Get in Touch

Questions, catering inquiries, or just want to say hello?

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