13 cafe places in Des Moines we have eaten in, sorted by editor score. All cuisines in Des Moines | Cafe across every city.
Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure ★ 4.4
the-avenues · 2723 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
Des Moines' longest-running specialty roaster, small-batch roasting on-site since 1993. The Ingersoll Avenue room is decorated with artifacts, textiles
Horizon Line Coffee ★ 4.3
downtown · 1417 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
A coffee bar and roastery in downtown's West End Artist District, Horizon Line roasts its own beans and rotates a seasonal menu of lattes and pour-overs.
Daisy Chain Coffee ★ 4.2
east-village · 505 E Grand Ave Ste 104, Des Moines, IA 50309
East Village specialty cafe with local honey espresso drinks and a dog-friendly environment, one of the most pleasant morning stops in the neighbourhood.
Northern Vessel ★ 4.3
downtown · 1201 Keosauqua Way Ste 100, Des Moines, IA 50309
Specialty coffee with a hospitality-first ethos, Northern Vessel rapidly became one of Des Moines' most popular cafe destinations after opening.
Mars Cafe ★ 4.1
drake · 2318 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
A space-themed artisan coffeehouse near Drake University, Mars Cafe serves coffee, espresso, tea, wine and beer alongside locally baked goods, sandwiches
The Slow Down Coffee Co. ★ 4.1
downtown · 3613 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
A north-side Highland Park favourite with vintage charm, reclaimed wood and espresso from local roasters; community events and warm neighbourhood vibe.
Grounds for Celebration ★ 4.0
beaverdale · 2709 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
An established Beaverdale institution with spacious seating, strong Wi-Fi and fresh-roasted beans that supply the cafe's own espresso programme.
Chain and Spoke ★ 4.1
the-avenues · 515 28th St Unit 102, Des Moines, IA 50312
Combined coffee shop and bicycle repair studio with bright, airy design and specialty espresso drinks; one of Des Moines' more characterful cafe experiences.
Hobnob Coffee and Wine Bar ★ 4.1
downtown · 1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Coffee shop by day and wine bar Wednesday-Friday evenings inside the restored Hotel Fort Des Moines; one of downtown's most atmospheric morning rooms.
The Breakfast Club ★ 4.0
east-village · 212 E 3rd St Ste B, Des Moines, IA 50309
A busy all-day breakfast and brunch cafe in the East Village open seven days from 06:00, with vegan options clearly marked on the menu alongside classic
Scenic Route Bakery ★ 4.4
east-village · 350 E Locust St Ste 104, Des Moines, IA 50309
Consistently cited as one of the best bakeries in Des Moines, Scenic Route operates a comfortable East Village cafe alongside its baking programme.
Plain Talk Books and Coffee ★ 4.1
east-village · 602 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
A bookshop and coffee combination at the quieter eastern end of the East Village, combining a curated independent bookshop with quality coffee in a calm,
Vibrant Coffeehouse and Kitchen ★ 4.0
east-village · 520 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
A coffeehouse and kitchen on E Grand Avenue in the East Village: specialty coffee alongside a full breakfast and lunch menu, daily from 07:00.