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Fargo, North Dakota · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
Babb's Coffee House
IndependentRoasted by Batdorf & Bronson Coffee RoastersSourcing: Limited public info
Visit Babb's Coffee House's site Babb's Coffee House is a long-standing Fargo staple that offers a unique, Seattle-inspired coffee experience in a historic setting. The shop serves as a community hub for students, business professionals, and locals, providing a variety of breakfast items, sandwiches, and specialty beverages.
Ownership
Babb's Coffee House is an independent business currently owned by Shawn Gibree, who purchased the establishment in 2021.
Founded
2002
Roasting
Does not roast in-house — coffee is roasted by Batdorf & Bronson Coffee Roasters.
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
Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-29. It is not a review: we have not tasted this brand's coffee. Ownership, roasting and sourcing claims belong to the brand and its published materials. While the brand explicitly mentions sourcing coffee from Seattle-based Batdorf & Bronson, they do not provide a detailed list of specific sourcing countries or farm-level transparency on their website.