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Babb's Coffee House

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IndependentNamed roasting partner: Batdorf & Bronson Coffee RoastersSourcing: Limited public info
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Babb's Coffee House is a prominent Fargo institution that has served as a community cornerstone since its inception in the early 2000s. The shop distinguishes itself by maintaining a unique supply chain that features coffee roasted and air-lifted fresh from Seattle on a weekly basis, ensuring a consistent Pacific Northwest flavor profile in the heart of North Dakota. Beyond its signature coffee program, the establishment functions as a versatile social and professional hub, offering amenities such as dedicated conference rooms for business meetings alongside a relaxed, art-filled environment for students and locals. The menu is extensive, spanning a wide range of breakfast entrees, panini sandwiches, and gourmet desserts, all designed to complement their curated selection of specialty beverages and imported teas.

Ownership
Babb's Coffee House is an independent business currently owned by Shawn Gibree, who purchased the establishment in 2021.
Founded
2002
Roasting
Named roasting partner: Batdorf & Bronson Coffee Roasters. Other roasting arrangements are unverified.
What it's known for
Babb's is known for providing a 'Taste of Seattle' in North Dakota, featuring a cozy, vibrant atmosphere with live music and poetry, and serving coffee air-lifted fresh from Seattle.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer names. They source their coffee from Batdorf & Bronson Coffee Roasters in Seattle, which provides their signature blends.
Notable coffees
  • — Dancing Goats Blend
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Babb's Coffee House

These are examples recorded during editorial research. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

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Retailer information: Babb's Coffee House

Documented physical retailers
Babb's Coffee House (Fargo)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in downtown Fargo that serves and sells coffee.
Physical
Babb's Coffee House (Jamestown)
Historical source note (not live inventory): Physical cafe location in Jamestown that serves and sells coffee.
Physical
Documented online sources
Babb's Coffee House's online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offers bags of coffee for purchase.
Website

I was able to verify that Babb's Coffee House operates two physical cafe locations in North Dakota and maintains an official online store for coffee sales; no third-party retail distribution channels were identified.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials. Last checked Oct 25, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Babb's Coffee House, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-08-21 · InForum
Babb’s Coffee now steaming things up in the historic Ford Building

Owner Shawn Gibree has completed the transition of Babb's Coffee House to the Ford Building, a move he had envisioned for years. The new space aims to attract local office workers and residents with a design that differs from the brand's previous Seattle-inspired aesthetic.

2026-05-01 · KFGO
Babb’s Coffee House moving to new downtown location

Babb's Coffee House announced plans to relocate from its Main Avenue storefront to the Ford Building in downtown Fargo. The move was prompted by the expiration of the shop's lease, occurring shortly after owner Shawn Gibree closed his other venture, Third Drop Coffee.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-05. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand emphasizes its Seattle-based roasting partnership, it does not publicly disclose specific farm-level sourcing countries or formal philanthropic programs.

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