Cafe Diem
229 Main St, Ames
(515) 956-3556
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Chicken Salad Sandwich
Breakfast Sandwich
Black Bean Burger
Sandwiches
Frappuccino
Tiramisu
Scones
Bagel
Muffin
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This is one of those businesses where the atmosphere wins out even if the coffee is nothing special. It's cozy and inviting with a bunch of different seating arrangements. Cafe Diem reminds me of how coffee shops used to be, where the sense of place was the most important thing. It seems to really get a nice mix of students and non-students and older folks, a good cross-section of the community. My biggest complaint is for the love of all that is good in the world, can they...
I've been here a number of times and never had anything but a positive experience. The atmosphere is very nice for getting caffeinated and working on homework or having a personal meeting, the food is enjoyable especially for a small coffee shop (I LOVED the chicken salad sandwich last time!).
But this experience today at 3:40pm on Labor Day was by far the BEST so far. The lovely lady at the counter was SO INCREDIBLY helpful and thoughtful. She helped me understand...
But this experience today at 3:40pm on Labor Day was by far the BEST so far. The lovely lady at the counter was SO INCREDIBLY helpful and thoughtful. She helped me understand...
Came here for a quick breakfast and really loved everything! We both got breakfast sandwiches and coffee. I got the seasonal Bourbon Caramel Cold Brew with Coconut Foam. Both the food and drinks came out quickly. The sandwiches were super tasty and filling. The ingredients tasted fresh. Love the little bit of outdoor seating that they had since the weather was nice! Some cool merch inside, too!
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