How have I not yet written a review for Iris? Our first…read moreexperience here was in 2022 - either the week before or after tulip time, I can't remember... What I DO remember is this: This particular day brought intermittent rain, which was especially stressful with two toddlers in tow. We walked to Iris in hopes of finding a dry spot to sit for awhile as our accommodations weren't ready for us quite yet. Upon arriving, we realized the door was locked and they'd closed up a few minutes before. However - when the staff saw us, they promptly invited us in. I protested because we wanted to stay awhile, not just grab and go, and they met my protests with warm hospitality. We ended up staying and playing for at least an hour or more while they cleaned the space, and kept inviting other shelter-seeking customers into their business as well. I was truly so delighted and relieved by their kindness. Not to mention their coffee is TRULY excellent. Roasted in house, served up by a knowledgeable staff who truly loves what they do, and so many creative rotating seasonal offerings. We ended up getting to chat briefly with the owner when we overheard her mention our favorite coffeeshop from our home town. So many cool little connections and crossovers. We've made it a point to go out of our way to visit any time we can, and every time we've experienced the same warm hospitality and excellence.

Let's start with the drinks- the breve was good (5/5), and Cherry/almond lemonade was lowkey the…read morebest lemonade ever!!! And, the strawberry matcha latte tasted like watered down grassy milk with a memory of strawberry (it was one of the worst matches lattes I've ever had). The ambiance was lacking because of the crush of peeps for the tulip festival, but the drinks were made quickly! However, when my lovely sister asked for a drink that was sold out and then asked for the breve the gal gave her attitude that she didn't want one of the "tulip" themed drinks instead... if someone knows what they want, let them order it!

This morning I went to Smokey Row and it was absolutely packed, so I left. I went across the street…read moreto another cafe and ordered the worst matcha latte I've ever had, which made me decide to give Smokey Row another chance. Luckily, there was a spot open when I went back! I ordered an energy drink and a lemon poppyseed muffin and was very impressed. The barista was an absolute angel--I wish I had gotten her name! She gave me the WiFi password, there were plenty of outlets, and everyone there seemed genuinely happy to be there. I got a lot of work done and was so grateful I gave Smokey Row a second chance!

Very friendly staff, still in an upbeat mood after a 6 pm crowd! Food was really good, desserts…read morewere great! Cute place, too!

I stopped in here during Tulip Time with some girls in my family. The staff was very friendly and…read moreseemed to be happy that we had come. I ordered a mocha, my niece - a cortado, my sister - a dirty chai, and my mother - plain coffee. Each of us liked our choices. Both my sister and I thought ours were very good! My mocha was probably the best I've ever had at a coffee shop. I'll return if ever I'm in Pella again. :)

This place was super cute inside. Service was good and they are right next to an awesome pizza…read moreplace you can actually order from and eat at the cafe. Coffee was coffee and good.

Lovely collection to browse for yourself or as gifts. Loved their puzzles and candles as well as…read moresoaps and lotions. They also have an espresso bar upfront - nice touch!

Such a cute little store with a coffee/drink shop inside. I didn't take any photos inside but they…read morehave a lot of fun Knick knacks like books, small gifts, jewelry etc. as well as a coffee shop. I enjoyed coming in with my sister-in-law and checking out what they had to offer.

This place is the best! There's always countless things to try and the staff is always so nice and…read morefriendly! There's treats are delicious too! It may be busy most days but their food is well worth it!

Very cute bakery! Lots of very fun options. We got am apple fritter, cream filled Bismark, and a…read moreDutch letter and all of them were excellent!

The Dutch letters made here are one of my favorite treats, I have had them fresh from here and had…read morethe packaged ones that are found in a few stores around Iowa. I have tried other items here that are delicious, but not much can sway me away from the Dutch letters! Oh, what's a Dutch letter? It's a S shaped dough type pastry filled with some sweet filling.....Google it as it'll be a better visual and explanation than I'll give you. :)

I visited this bakery this past weekend with my sister-in-law and nephew and they had the cutest…read moresugar cookies for spring/easter! Service was great, definitely a very small shop though, no room to just hang around more of a pick your poison and giddy on out of there. I ended up getting a plain glazed donut but it was delicious - soft and pillowy with the sugary glaze on top - chef's kiss

A group of six stopped in to enjoy the beautiful Christmas decorations and have breakfast. Everyone…read moreordered a variety of items and seemed to enjoy them.

Have been here four times now-twice for lunch, once for dinner/happy hour, and once for breakfast…read more Every meal was excellent! It's great to have a place with tasty healthy options that's fairly close. Pella is a charming place with lots of bakeries and such...but for meals-this is the best option. I'll be taking all of my out of town guests here after touring Pella's downtown.

This place got me through college, and if you're a struggling Grinnellian, it will get you through…read moretoo. I was always a huge fan of the daily froyo flavors and some of the hot foods (do try the cheese curds!). Portion sizes are gigantic, which I cannot complain about.

We love the Dari Barn!!! Barnyard Nachos, pork tenderloins, and of course the ice cream treats. I…read morerecommend the Highland Cow cyclone!!!