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    Barrett's Quality Eats

    4.3 (115 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, Cafes, Delis
    Open • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Julia M.

    My first visit to Iowa City, and Barrett's did not disappoint! Food, coffee, and vibes were all incredible. I love the counter service concept and being able to pick my pastry out of the case before finding a seat. I ordered the breakfast burrito, a lemon poppyseed muffin, and a latte. For brunch catching up with a friend, it was the perfect blend of savory and sweet. And MAN was the breakfast burrito delish - I adore when breakfast items have a hearty serving of avocado, and the burrito struck the perfect balance of avo and egg goodness. The accompanying sauce was also delicious. My only complaint is I'm not a local so I can't visit more often. Definitely give this one a try!

    Derek K.

    My wife and I visited Barrett's for coffee and pastries on Wednesday morning. Below are our thoughts! Food/Drink: Apple Cider Donut Cake (Delicious! Rating = 8.6/10), Nutella Croissant (I'm a sucker for Nutella and this definitely delivered. Rating = 9.2), Hot Frosted Sugar Cookie Latte (Solid - nothing special here, probably wouldn't order again. Rating = 7.2/10), and Iced Vanilla Latte (Another solid latte, I liked how you could easily taste the espresso flavor! Rating = 7.9/10). Service: We didn't receive great service on this morning. The cashier seemed a little grouchy and our drinks took a while to come out. Nothing that majorly impacted our visit though. Ambiance: The location itself has an excellent vibe and physical space. There is ample seating with a variety of tables, booths, and stools. The space is also decorated/setup extremely well - I'd say one of the best I have reviewed thus far! Overall, Barrett's is an excellent non-chain coffee shop! I'll be back to visit in the future.

    Cinnamon Rolls
    Emily W.

    $20 take home cinnamon rolls. Very dry. Barely any cinnamon filling. Seems like old rolls in my opinion. Disappointing

    Frances S.

    Love Barrett's!! Several friends recommended coming here when I was in town so I did and I'm so glad because it quickly became my go-to spot for coffee and pastries. I've tried their flat white which was very good -- espresso is strong and drink was hot. I also got their Iced Brown Sugar Cinnamon Latte when it was hot out and it was perfect! Not too sweet and I could still taste the espresso. Service at the pastry counter is always spot on, the service at the coffee bar could definitely improve, maybe it was just an off day for the barista, but she wasn't super friendly. I also picked up a little tin of fancy salt, and it's so cute! It's my little souvenir to remind me of my favorite coffee shop in Iowa City. Love the clean and fresh vibes in here. The patio looks really nice too if you like sitting outside but it's typically full. Check em out! You won't regret it.

    Classic Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich
    Erin B.

    The food here is good, but I personally don't like the way it is set up. I have been twice - once for dinner and once for breakfast. For breakfast, we had to order at the counter, grab a number, sit down. Water was self serve. Food came out in under 3 minutes with drinks following about 5 minutes after that. For dinner, we walked in and were sat by a hostess. We then had a waiter who took our orders and brought us our meals. Drinks came out in under 10 minutes, followed by food in under 30. Personally, I enjoyed the dinner experience more, and they have a great happy hour. Overall it is ok, good food, but a strange setup and dining experience.

    Latte
    Christabel F.

    I really enjoyed my experience here with family - I absolutely loved the ambiance and decor - super cute and retro vibes. I enjoyed the coffee and cupcake that I got and would definitely recommend going here again :)

    Pulled chicken sandwich
    Kailey F.

    Quick service and wonderful atmosphere. We ordered several different items since it was our first time here. We enjoyed everything and found some new favorites.

    5th avenue
    Kyla C.

    I've been wanting to try this new menu idea since it was released and it did not disappoint. The croissant is perfectly flaky, truffle aioli is delicious, and i loved the caramelized onions! Highly recommend! I went on a Saturday and it was very busy so sitting can be limited. The staff is always so friendly and accommodating if u need any dietary adjustments.

    The Standard
    Elena T.

    This was such a fantastic place to go for brunch. We sat on the patio, and our experience started with our server, Boris, who was amazing. He was friendly and knowledgeable, and knew the line perfectly between being friendly and being awkward or talking too much. I wish every server were like him. Our food was delicious, and they not only had gluten-free and dairy-free options for my friend, but also had options for me in the yogurt bowl, as I cannot have eggs. The bacon was salty, thick, and crispy, which was exactly how I preferred it. The coffee was great, and the patio ambiance was so enjoyable. Inside was very cute as well, with a trendy, modern bakery feel. As we were leaving, we were introduced to the cutest little mobile mimosa cart, so I know what I will have to try the next time we are there. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a great breakfast spot, and the baked goods were delicious. I took a cinnamon roll to go.

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    Sidney T.

    This a counter service restaurant. You order the counter. Take a number and then sit at a table. The service is quick but they really could have more napkins at the table. Out drinks came first. A lemonade and ice teas. I was actually impressed with the quality of the lemonade and tea. Bright and refreshing. The lemonade was not too sweet or sour. Perfect. The food came next. A cheeseburger with fries, the chicken salad croissant with salad, and their guava French toast. The burger was juicy but a bit small. The fries were horrendous. Just mushy. The chicken salad was good. Outside the bone I pulled out. The croissant was average. I think I would have enjoyed it more on just plain bread. The French toast was very good. Super sweet though. Kinda small. My biggest complaint. This cost 82$. I just can't justify above well average prices for a counter service restaurant with slightly above average food.

    Caitlin L.

    Cannot speak more highly of the service at Barrett's. We've been three times and each time are met with the most friendly, helpful, and speedy wait staff. The vibe is very cute in the restaurant. A unique spot in IC/Coralville for sure. The food is always so tasty, and the menu gets updated to keep things changing for patrons. I will say that the menu is not super extensive which is a pro IMO but can be a con for others. I would also say that Barrett's is very heavy with the sauce, so if you do not loveeee sauce maybe ask for it on the side or something.

    Noel G.

    Amazing eats & beautiful, decadent pastries! One of my favorite indulgences! Highly recommend Barrett's, specifically their breakfast and pastry items! It also has a beautiful atmosphere!

    Cristina M.

    Really cool space! We had dinner there and the space was so pretty and relaxing with dim lighting! Service was excellent and really enjoyed our meal! I'd love to come back for breakfast or lunch!

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