45 Best Cafes near Des Moines

“Just great. I had the breakfast enchiladas and now I'll make them. They were so good. They didn't blink to sub in chicken over steak for me. My partner had steak and a chips based meal with stuff on it. I forget what its called, but their green sauce was wonderful.

She had a bloody mary that was perfect. It was a little spicy, we both lived that, added a perfect hit. She had a bloody mary elsewhere in our trip, but it showed how great this one was. We have decided to come back every trip.

Such a good place with great service. Felt like home.“

“Fantastic food, vibes and service. Moored here in our boat and looked forward to going there each day. Thanks“

“The vibes are immaculate. The interior is gorgeous, the staff were super great and so sweet with my kids, the entire menu looks delicious. I’m so excited y’all are back. ❤️❤️“

“Just found out about this place from our Realtor friend David so happy to get these treasures our daughter has a gluten allergy and it was so excited to have so many options he is are absolutely delicious thank you for our wonderful treat today!“

“Had a great time during their Sunday Piecing it Together event. Tasty drinks and snacks were available. The staff was super friendly and helpful teaching me a couple games and and playing some rounds with me. They also have “missing pieces” you can earn by learning and playing games. I have to go back next week to get my last “piece” Definitely worth a visit.“

“This is a hidden gem to South Seattle (West Hill) Community. Street parking is available. Fresh brewed coffee imported coffee from Ethiopia! Never too crowded and IF you’re ever looking for a meeting space, I think the business are able to facilitate.“

“Got avocado toast with salmon and egg basically got everything It was good I would definitely come back Thank you“

“I always had a great rapport with Shelly at your A Street location and was wondering why she was let go. So I called the other location thinking that she moved over to the other location and was RUDELY greeted by some “God Awful Barista” there. I barely got in a sentence and she said, sorry, and HUNG UP on me. What kind of ATTITUDE brings this on and why did she compel to do what she did. I should’ve gotten her name but I could barely get in my complaint with her that this really irritated me for sure! So I’m here , COMPLAINING ON SOCIAL MEDIA, about your PISS POOR COMPANY with the WORST employee that you have on Staff“

“Vashom island, Washington: A wonderful kitchen run by Nepali owners. Great food, a pleasant atmosphere, and truly wonderful people. We enjoyed some of the best vegetable and pork momos. We also had the pleasure of interacting with Birbal ji—such a kind and humble soul.“

“Debbie served up the Winter Wassail apple cider specialty drink and her delicious Roast Beef and Cheddar Panini, with the freshest made from scratch freshness, better than those brand name coffee cafes.. Coffee Conversation Community...artwork galore. The GOAT of coffee cafes by the Queen of coffee barista owner.5 Stars“

“I ordered a half sweet black sesame latte. The barista was very nice and also asked me if there was enough sesame in case she needed to adjust. That was very considerate and I appreciate those touches.

As for the cafe, it is in a small Korean shopping center and is on the smaller side. But, it was nice and quiet with a few tables and then a couple of bar-style seating around. The music and the voices were at a lower volume and had I my computer, I would have camped out for a while.

But, maybe for the next time I visit.“

“My boyfriend and I frequent the BECU ATM nearby every so often and if Asensio Coffee is open then we will stop by. They have seasonal specials which is always a win for my boyfriend and I as we love trying out new specials. The staff here greeted us warmly and was very patient with the customer before us who was buying a gift card and helped us with the same professionalism and friendliness. We stopped by recently to grab their fall drinks and I saw on the sign that the drink I chose pairs well with a pumpkin spice whipped cream. It is extra so I decided against it. We found a spot to sit at while we waited for our drinks and not only did the employee hand delivered our drinks to us but told me she added the pumpkin spice whipped cream for me. I thought that was super sweet of her that makes the visit all the more special and reason to visit. They do also have a reward system that we joined too.

The store is well maintained and there are plenty of seating and tables for all sorts of groups or sole patrons. They have some handcrafted goods to buy as well. We asked if they were dog friendly and they said dogs are welcome so we definitely will stop by more often as the weather gets colder.“

“Best Mac n Cheese in the city!“

“10 stars if there was the option. Top 5 best restaurants I’ve eaten at. Portions are good for price. Love the organic and local sources. Diet friendly. Excellent service and ambiance. Flavor was next level!“

“Amazing baked good - fresh and tasty!! Can’t wait to try their soup and sandwiches. Visiting from out of town but have returned a number of times during my stay to the friendly, good neighbor atmosphere! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“excellent coffee stand and pet friendly.“

“My first time visiting....We had a Mother/Daughter day and she took me to this lovely coffee shop off of Ruston way...the coffee was hot and tasty...but the Dill Chedder Cheese Sones were so flaky and delicious...I can't wait to go back...“

“The woman who works weekday mornings always brightens our day and makes an excellent coffee! She remembered mine and my partners go-to orders after the 2nd day we went, and even if we don’t go back for a week or so, she always remembers us!! It is my favorite spot in the area!“

“The strawberry and cream cheese croffle is amazing. You can’t go wrong with either the strawberry or Oreo bingsu either. Every single macaroon is amazing and is double the filling of a regular macaroon. The flavors are fun and they all look too cute or pretty to eat. All of the signature drinks are to die for and the teas are spot on delicious!“

“If your looking for partners to walk with you in your wellness journey, I recommend Make It Healthy Bar. They have what you need and all healthy. Suited for everyone, they have a super wide selection of healthy protein drinks, snacks and more that your body will thank you for. I recommend...“

“Outstanding doughnuts from a local company that supports the community! What more could you ask for?“

“I have enjoyed the fine coffee and relaxed ambiance of Cafe Luna since it first opened.“

“So far everything ive tried on this menu is really good, not too sweet either. love coming here during my breaks at work but i always catch them when its super busy and its a really long line😭 their service is super quick tho and its worth the wait each time and its cheaper than alot of boba places“

“Been coming here for manyy years because of Joanna who runs the cafe! She’s remembers names, faces and our orders! Her food is delicious 😋 she gives free coffee after 10 orders. You can text her your order ahead of time. Her food feels like home cooked 👌👌🫶🏼🫶🏼 and there is a view of the city 10/10 recommended!“

“Wow, wow, wow! Their ham, egg, and cheese is of my favorite breakfast sandwiches ever! The ham is full of rich, smoky flavor and pairs so well with the melty cheese and spicy mayo. You can’t go wrong with any item from their bakery either. Their chocolate chip cookie is also one of my favorites. Everyone working here is so kind and welcoming. You can tell they all care about the food as well providing a great atmosphere. One of my favorite spots in Seattle, check them out!!“

“If you want a hole in the wall experience this is truly the place to go. You aren't overwhelmed by the amount of menu items, which is great because you have the best options to chooses from. The spices and ingredients was a new taste that I've been missing. I know it can be intimidating going to a new place, but the workers here are so nice and can help you find the right dish for you. The quantity is quite large, so there's plenty to share or bring home for leftovers. Don't forget to order their popular tea. I got to see how they made it and the amount of work to make it is insane! This is my new cozy drink. I'm looking forward to coming back to try their other dishes.“

“I had an engagement session near this Anthem so we went in! I challenged the baristas with making a heart on top of a latte to be used for a photo! They kindly did it free of charge with repurposed grounds! I absolutely loved the outcome! Great atmosphere!“

“This busy coffee shop and bakery is located in a warehouse and office park. I had a good egg brioche sandwich and because I don’t drink coffee, I ordered a Coke. In this case, it was one from Mexico that made with cane sugar.\n\nThere’s a nice patio out front to just sit and relax. It’s also surrounded by greenery and relatively quiet. \n\nWould I make a special trip to go to this one? No, but if I’m looking for a spot in the area like we were, I would definitely stop here.“

“Not only are they cute but they can make really great coffee!“

“This is a true story.I’m a complete foreigner and needed a coffee due to severe jetlag. I walked there and asked for a 20oz coffee, great service(!) but when I tried to pay with my European card didn’t work on the machine. The lady working there told me it was okay - they literally gave me the coffee for free and I gave her a huge Hugh five in disbelief, chock and joy over that amazing move from this coffee house. That doesn’t happen on your Starbucks. Support this place! I’m caffeinated goin on my place now - awesome!“

“Wow some of the hottest coffee girls i know and the owner/bareista Rachel I have a new place to go for coffee and nice owner Rachel is smoken hot and a great person to know she's made a great name for her coffee stop I can give them a 10 but 5 stars is only what they recommend and she has another coffee stop up on 104 across from the Golden steer its the first place I go in the mornings and the other coffee stop is on central Ave in kent the best place for coffee and friends COW GIRLS who's that lucky devil is the only place to go“

“I've made Sister's a part of my morning ritual over the course of this year. (Is it ironic I was referred to this spot by my sister????)But in all seriousness the coffee here is fantastic. The ladies here are very quick to memorize your drink, if you're like myself and have the usual go-to. I don't think I've had a bad beverage from here, ever. They offer punch cards too, which is a great incentive to keep coming back.Lastly, the drink's are consistent!Sister's Espresso sets a genuine proper standard that I feel most other Drive-thru Espresso stands and sit-down Cafe's alike, don't quite meet.Yall freakin' rock!“

“Waterleaf has a great chef who really knows how to prepare delicious and interesting meals. On the night we were there the Seahawks were playing and the staff seemed distracted, so service was sometimes slow. But our family had a great time, and ended up catching the tail end of a very exciting game. The steelhead and the risotto were especially good. We will be back.“

“My first time, cannot wait to go back 🤞🏽❤️‼️“

“They have a really super good country fried steak. Excellent they have long and East gravy that was really good. It's not too expensive and the people are friendly b And they're open early 7:00am on the weekend. The Garlic rice was good also. My wife was even really impressed and she just a fancy places like Olive Garden My wife was even really impressed and she just a fancy places like Olive Garden“

“I do recommend them because they're a great way to donate to those who need help. but on that same note, the cooks need pay closer attention to the product. The biscuits were burned today, hard as a rock on the bottom and a weird heavy texture in the middle. I did say something. the guy working at agreed with me and offered to give me something else, but I told him not to worry about it. I think that the cook needs to pay better attention however. Beyond that everyone there is really sweet, but the service can be rather slow.“

“Bethany is our favorite Barista in all the world! She's the morning gal. Then there's Harmany she's great, then the very nice blond gal who works weekend mornings I'm so embarrassed she knows my name and I don't remember hers. They ALL know our drinks. They always smile and have great attitudes. Hard to go to any other stand with the Cafe Elite crew!“

“Surprisingly great breakfast right in Valley Medical Center. The Veggie Skillet was full of fresh vegetables and had no salt, as I prefer. Choice of bread for toast and the Starbucks coffee were both excellent. All for an unbelievable low price.

Wish I had known about this sooner so I could eat here before or after other appointments.“

“First time trying GB. It’s super hot out, especially during the summer and I was stuck on traffic. When I look to my right I saw this little Drive thru and went to check it out. The wonderful lady that recommended me getting the Horchata Milk Shake. Best milkshake ever! Definitely a must try! GB, you just found you a regular now! 🍾🎊“

“I absolutely love this place. Kickdown Cafe as a very cute little hole-in-the-wall business. The nice lady makes good food. The iced coffee is very tasty and they have a large verity of goods there. They even do massages and therapy. I really loved the service and the atmosphere. They accept volunteer work and will happily accept any extra help they can get. I would definitely recommend going here.Mondays through Fridays 10:00 - 17:00.“

“Greeted warmly; sat comfortably at bar watching Bengals win; attentive staff & management; tried shrimp & grits, salmon fettuccine alfredo, sweet plantains, peach & strawberry mimosas. All thumbs up!“

“I go here often and never had a bad experience. Great food and excellent staff. 😬😬“

“Im not sure why there’s so many negative reviews. I have ordered from here 2x and went 2x. The prices are good, less than chains, the lattes are STRONG but good. Idk what kind of English muffin they use on their sandwich, but it’s amazing. It tastes like the crumpets I had in England. And the eggs are weird fluffy scrambled eggs that were shaped, it’s different but soooo good. London fog was just normal, chai great, latte and cappuccino by far the best I’ve had in this area. I don’t think people that want super sweet drinks and Frappuccino’s would like it here. So go elsewhere if you have a child’s palette or are a child? I’m salty from the bad reviews.“

“The cheesecake and other pastries are so fluffy and perfectly sweet (not overkill), with a delightful presentation. The workers are warm and friendly and the environment is clean with some natural decor.
My only critique is that the walls are a little on the bare side, however there's some chill music playing that keeps me from wondering about an echo and the food and spacious surroundings steal the spotlight, so overall loving it!“