18 Best Cafes near North Liberty

“Stopped by when passing through town.

Super friendly, fast service, and adorable shop.

Their menu was typical and had a bunch of normal flavors that you see throughout. The lady working helped me out and gave great recommendations on everything.

I got the post workout chunky monkey. This is by far one of the better Herbalife shakes I’ve ever had. I think the banana is a good flavor and isn’t chalky at all. The tea was also super refreshing. I got the combo of mega tea and a shame for $17.50. Loved this place.

They also had mega teas to go in a cute little bottle which I thought was a nice convenient option that I haven’t seen many places.

Easy to access in a strip of little stores. Plenty of parking. A kids play area and cute lounge seats. Very nice place!“

“Stopped in for lunch July 7, 2025. Crab bisque soup was delicious along with their nice small salad. Dessert was a rustic peach pie that was simply incredible. Please message me when serving the bisque & peach pie again!“

“Great atmosphere, food, and Jen is the best waitress! Can’t wait to go back!“

“I got a scone and had to ask to warm it up? The food was good, potato buns.
I love the worldly vibe! Definitely a local favorite and with a warm atmosphere. The little espresso coolers are great, warning this drink is smaller than it appears in the photo!“

“Such a great experience! This appears to be a family run cafe. Their crepes menu is extensive with both sweet and savory options...all made with fresh ingredients. The food is fantastic and the service is very fast and friendly. You really can't go wrong here.“

“The Encounter Café is a true gem in Iowa City! The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and full of charm. The servers were incredibly kind and attentive, providing excellent service that made the whole experience feel personal and uplifting. The cinnamon rolls were out of this world—fluffy, fresh, and perfectly sweet—easily the best I’ve ever had. Their coffee was fresh and flavorful, and every dish we tried from the breakfast menu was outstanding, made with quality ingredients and served hot. If you’re looking for a heartfelt, delicious breakfast spot in Iowa City, The Encounter Café is a must-visit.“

“I excitedly noticed this place one evening whilst out walking my dog and made sure to stop in the following day because I haven't come across a Kava bar in over ten years since living down in Melbourne Florida, and my interest was piqued. The owners were quite friendly and a pleasure to engage in conversation with. The atmosphere is cozy and decorated so that it adds a bit of a "welcome home" aesthetic to it and makes it feel more like you're dropping in to see a friend than you are to shop. There's adequate and comfortable seating throughout as well as patio seating. I can see this as a nice spot to stop and relax outside of with my pup while enjoying a much needed break from life now and then. The Kava drink that I indulged in was fairly priced and delivered well on the desired effects expected of it. Kava and Kratom are two amazing plants that have helped me get through some of the tougher obstacles of life, and better enjoy the simpler times as well. It's a very welcomed addition to Savannah because it brings a much needed social (and possibly transcendental) outlet for those of us that aren't otherwise interested in the typical bar scene. I highly recommend that you research and give them both (kava and kratom) a try, and I also highly recommend you stop into this establishment and enjoy what they have to offer. Thank you. I truly hope that you succeed here, and I'll see you again soon!“

“Wonderful place with sustainable vegan coffees and pastries. You gotta try the BamBam coffee! Convenient walk up window!“

“My wife and I went to the Black Angel for a late lunch about 4 pm today. We split a beef brisket sandwich with each us having a bowl of chicken tortilla soup. The soup was lukewarm and had to be reheated which was promptly and courteously done, as was all service rendered. This was our only complaint. Everything was excellent. Best Chicken Tortilla soup (not too spicy) ever had, The sandwich was great too. Yum!“

“My husband and I stopped in to the Bluebird Cafe after a busy morning and had a delicious breakfast. We were immediately greeted at the door. Service was fast, staff was friendly, and I had the most delectable omelette EVER! I would definitely recommend 10/10!! We will definitely be back!!“

“Fantastic friendly service and affordable prices for high quality brew! The food is great, too. The vibes truly are good.“

“Found this place looking for a healthy menu while we were driving past Iowa City to Chicago. So glad we made the stop. Great location to see the University and enjoy some great food. I had the Açaí bowl and it was amazing, my husband had the turkey wrap which was a healthy choice for him 😊. The staff was super pleasant. Would definitely make this a stop if in Iowa City or just driving through. Love small businesses ❤️“

“One of several Iowa City locations. My husband is the pickiest coffee snob but their Americano gets his approval. He also buys their bags of coffee beans. I love drinking Lotus energy drinks and they have 3 or 4 with clever 'power plant' names like Infrared and Ultraviolet. Huge RK treats, rich fudgy brownies, tiramisu, scones, muffins, cookies, soups, salads, sandwiches. Mismatched furniture with couches, side tables, different types of chairs and several seating areas. A casual, laid back atmosphere.“

“Best Cuban Sandwich I’ve ever had! Horchata is amazing and the atmosphere is warm and inviting! I love this place!!“

“Cortado is THE place in Iowa City to get your coffee, breakfast items, sandwiches and Israeli goodness!!! Fantastic food and service!“

“Stopped in this morning for a Snowball flight! Every sip was fantastic. We drive from Anamosa and it’s worth it every time! We will definitely continue to make this a regular stop when we are in the area. Very happy to hear about the 2nd location as well! Congratulations.“

“Listen, you aren't eating here because you want the best food. You are eating here because it is close to your work, quick, and not going to make you sick. They are very clean and the food is prepared well, but it is a cafeteria and that is what you should expect.“