I drove out of my way to come here to hang out at a local coffee shop, but when I got here a little before noon and asked for a plain brewed coffee, the barista said, “We don’t actually have any made right now, but we could do an Americano or something like that for you.” And the way she said it was almost implying she didn’t want to brew more regular coffee. I took a look at the rest of the menu, there was no cold brew and I wasn’t really feeling anything else, so I just said, “Man, alright, I guess I’ll just pass then, but thanks!” And I got the Gen Z stare. I’m gen Z too and I’ve worked in food for four years, so I get it in certain scenarios when guests ask something weird or are rude or whatever, but that was a weird service experience from my perspective. No sorry or thanks for stopping in or anything. What kind of coffee shop that’s open until 7pm doesn’t have (and implies they don’t want to make more) coffee?
I’m always rooting for and supporting local coffee shops and the atmosphere here seems great, but sheesh. Not having and implying that I can’t have just a regular cup of coffee at a coffee shop (that’s open for another 7 hours, mind you) is a first for me. Three stars because I did think the vibes were nice and I’m giving the benefit of the doubt on the rest of the menu, but dinging two because again, negative aura from the barista and… no coffee at a *coffee* shop..? Don’t really leave reviews ever, but I kinda just dropping this as a warning to the owners in case this isn’t a one-off fluke and they aren’t aware it’s happening. Hoping my experience was a fluke and wishing the best to this shop because Iowa small towns need more local coffee shops.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Katharine G
Delish coffee, yummy breakfast sandwich (so many choices) and so cute inside. Can’t wait to come back and enjoy more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Parita Patel
Got ourselves an iced latte with almond milk & a blackberry lemonade, as well as a glazed and cinnamon sugar croffle ! The highlight of our visit was meeting Misty, the coffee shop’s owner who was extremely kind and personable despite the large volume of people and orders being placed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Lisa Dierks
Love the new location! The drinks are excellent (salted caramel iced latte!) but even better is the service!
Shawn Emmerling
Harley best Iced Vanilla coffee you are very good at what you do keep up the good work and thank you 😊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bailey Williams
I'm a constant regular here, almost every day for lunch I go here and get a cinnamon toast coffee, employees are always friendly and so sweet
Heidi Seedorff
Adorable shop with great atmosphere. Live music, comfy chairs, books, games, even plants to purchase.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mistie's Caramelizer - Hot
Rochelle Kane
Great little coffee shop! I got a French Toast iced coffee, and the owner, Misti, was super helpful in navigating the menu. It was a tasty treat on a fall afternoon. What a great little spot in downtown Oelwein!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff S
What a wonderful coffee shop in the heart of Oelwein. Had fantastic service, drinks and atmosphere. Just what we needed to start our day of tailgating for UIU homecoming!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nichole Taylor
Absolutely amazing experience every time I come. The furniture is beautiful, antiques in forms of valuable books and knowledge if you look closely around the shop. I love old vintage books and the decore of the shop. The staff is always kind and willing to help you find what you are looking for. Many flavor options for coffees, teas, and energy drinks. Smoothies and protein shakes also!! All around a wonderful place to be.
Parking: Parking in the front of the building and the back
Kid-friendliness: Boardgames and books
Wheelchair accessibility: Front door is wheelchair friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast - Hot, Sweet Samie - Hot
Loved my iced brown sugar latte, best I’ve ever had! Will definitely be back!
Angela Gephart
Today was my first visit. This place is absolutely gorgeous and so cozy!
I got me a caramel iced coffee of sorts (I don't remember the exact name). It was exactly what I wanted and more. 100/10 good reading spot.
Teisha Hart
I was so excited to see Oelwein finally had a coffee place! Great service both days we went. Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
SpaceLizard Rae
As long as old carpet & couches doesn't bother u (or their smell), & service & coffee matters more, then ur golden! (Or just take it to go) ...the girl behind the counter was awesome & made the stop worth it more than anything else...they also have more than an average number of flavor options--including sugar free ones.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 5
Nicole Seitz
We were at the opening and go every so often. They always make us feel so welcome. My son is very picky, only liking lemonade or hot chocolate from coffee places. It was almost 90 outside and we had a lot planned for the day so we stopped in for drinks. Unfortunately they were out of lemonade and she offered to have him try a drink on the house so he would try something new. He ended up loving it and we will add it into his very small list of drink choices when we are out! Love the owner. She's always fun to chat with for a few minutes and works her butt off for the place.
We also ended up leaving with a cute hand made Giraffe for our 7 month old girl. All were happy on the way out.
Kid-friendliness: Has small toys around for kids to play with while they wait. Also lots of candles to smell and crafts to look at.
I drove out of my way to come here to hang out at a local coffee shop, but when I got here a little before noon and asked for a plain brewed coffee, the barista said, “We don’t actually have any made right now, but we could do an Americano or something like that for you.” And the way she said it was almost implying she didn’t want to brew more regular coffee. I took a look at the rest of the menu, there was no cold brew and I wasn’t really feeling anything else, so I just said, “Man, alright, I guess I’ll just pass then, but thanks!” And I got the Gen Z stare. I’m gen Z too and I’ve worked in food for four years, so I get it in certain scenarios when guests ask something weird or are rude or whatever, but that was a weird service experience from my perspective. No sorry or thanks for stopping in or anything. What kind of coffee shop that’s open until 7pm doesn’t have (and implies they don’t want to make more) coffee?
I’m always rooting for and supporting local coffee shops and the atmosphere here seems great, but sheesh. Not having and implying that I can’t have just a regular cup of coffee at a coffee shop (that’s open for another 7 hours, mind you) is a first for me. Three stars because I did think the vibes were nice and I’m giving the benefit of the doubt on the rest of the menu, but dinging two because again, negative aura from the barista and… no coffee at a *coffee* shop..? Don’t really leave reviews ever, but I kinda just dropping this as a warning to the owners in case this isn’t a one-off fluke and they aren’t aware it’s happening. Hoping my experience was a fluke and wishing the best to this shop because Iowa small towns need more local coffee shops.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Delish coffee, yummy breakfast sandwich (so many choices) and so cute inside. Can’t wait to come back and enjoy more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Got ourselves an iced latte with almond milk & a blackberry lemonade, as well as a glazed and cinnamon sugar croffle ! The highlight of our visit was meeting Misty, the coffee shop’s owner who was extremely kind and personable despite the large volume of people and orders being placed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Love the new location! The drinks are excellent (salted caramel iced latte!) but even better is the service!
Harley best Iced Vanilla coffee you are very good at what you do keep up the good work and thank you 😊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I'm a constant regular here, almost every day for lunch I go here and get a cinnamon toast coffee, employees are always friendly and so sweet
Adorable shop with great atmosphere. Live music, comfy chairs, books, games, even plants to purchase.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mistie's Caramelizer - Hot
Great little coffee shop! I got a French Toast iced coffee, and the owner, Misti, was super helpful in navigating the menu. It was a tasty treat on a fall afternoon. What a great little spot in downtown Oelwein!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a wonderful coffee shop in the heart of Oelwein. Had fantastic service, drinks and atmosphere. Just what we needed to start our day of tailgating for UIU homecoming!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely amazing experience every time I come. The furniture is beautiful, antiques in forms of valuable books and knowledge if you look closely around the shop. I love old vintage books and the decore of the shop. The staff is always kind and willing to help you find what you are looking for. Many flavor options for coffees, teas, and energy drinks. Smoothies and protein shakes also!! All around a wonderful place to be.
Parking: Parking in the front of the building and the back
Kid-friendliness: Boardgames and books
Wheelchair accessibility: Front door is wheelchair friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast - Hot, Sweet Samie - Hot
Restaurantji Recommends
Loved my iced brown sugar latte, best I’ve ever had! Will definitely be back!
Today was my first visit. This place is absolutely gorgeous and so cozy! I got me a caramel iced coffee of sorts (I don't remember the exact name). It was exactly what I wanted and more. 100/10 good reading spot.
I was so excited to see Oelwein finally had a coffee place! Great service both days we went. Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
As long as old carpet & couches doesn't bother u (or their smell), & service & coffee matters more, then ur golden! (Or just take it to go) ...the girl behind the counter was awesome & made the stop worth it more than anything else...they also have more than an average number of flavor options--including sugar free ones.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 5
We were at the opening and go every so often. They always make us feel so welcome. My son is very picky, only liking lemonade or hot chocolate from coffee places.
It was almost 90 outside and we had a lot planned for the day so we stopped in for drinks. Unfortunately they were out of lemonade and she offered to have him try a drink on the house so he would try something new. He ended up loving it and we will add it into his very small list of drink choices when we are out! Love the owner. She's always fun to chat with for a few minutes and works her butt off for the place.
We also ended up leaving with a cute hand made Giraffe for our 7 month old girl. All were happy on the way out.
Kid-friendliness: Has small toys around for kids to play with while they wait. Also lots of candles to smell and crafts to look at.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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