The drinks here are so good and unique! The decor inside is gorgeous as well. Love coming here every time I am in Des Moines. read more

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I have traveled to over 30 states and this by car is on the list of the worse ones. The coffee and matcha have no flavor. Once ordered, an extra shot of espresso was ordered to add "additional flavor" to the coffee but that was even a fail. Both beverages tasted like milk with a splash of coffee and matcha. Such a fail. For how busy it was, it was not good in flavor. Service was great and quick but failed where it mattered. read more

I got the Lavender thyme iced latte, and it was amazing! There are many house made syrup flavors to choose from. The iced coffees are sent out in reusable jars. The ambiance is simple and clean, and the employees were helpful and kind. read more

Came here yesterday with my friend for a coffee date. I got a iced matcha and she got a iced coffee. The cashier was really nice and we ordered quickly to grab a seat. It was popping in there but we were still able to find a area to sit in the back. The matcha was great and my friend enjoyed her coffee. We enjoyed each other's company for a few hours and when we left we grabbed another drink to go. She grabbed a matcha and I grabbed a decaf tea made of cherries, apples and cinnamon. I forgot the name but it was really good. Reminded me of a traditional tea we have in México called ponche also made out of a bunch of fruits and cinnamon. Also the glass jars you get to go are so cute and I definitely will be reusing it for my drinks. Recommend for anyone to come here. I think it's one of my favorite coffee shops now! read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

best best best. ppl are so great, coffee is the best. always trying to do good for our community

Horizon Line Coffee delivers on all fronts! Comfortable space with lots of natural light, great service, and exceptional coffee. I ordered a Flat White with a touch of maple syrup and sea salt, and my hubby got a cortado. The beans they use are smooth and balanced, very enjoyable to the last drop. Baristas were friendly and even brought our drinks to us. We will definitely be back the next time we are in Des Moines. read more

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Wanna feel cool? Get a drink here. I was really hoping some of the coolness sitting in the tables around me would rub off on me. I will let you know. Just the right amount of coffee and tea options. Love that they trust customers to take glass containers and return when you are there next. Loved it. read more

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Wanting to look for more coffee places to go, I saw that Horizon Line Coffee was somewhere I have never been to before. Going in, the place was packed with many people studying and in meetings. There was a good amount of seating available for those dining in and the aesthetic was nice. The only thing I wish was added was more lighting in the back of the shop, as it feels a bit dark, but other than that the space was nice! The person checking us out was very sweet. Ordering our coffee was simple and quick. They had their espresso menu on the wall, but if you're a person who is not a fan of coffee, they have non-espresso options to choose from as well. I would also like to mention, the price for the coffee here is so affordable when comparing the price to other places I've been to. Receiving our order, I got a beautiful latte art on my matcha latte! My friend got a chai latte which was nicely spiced up. Both tasted great and were smooth to consume! If I were to get more from here, I am sure everything else would taste just as good. I am excited to come back again and share this location with friends and family. read more

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Stopped in for a coffee. Got a pour-over with Ethiopian beans. It came In a jar with a lid and a drink koozie. Drank it black. Was delicious. Nice ambiance. read more

Very cute and cozy hipster atmosphere! We got two drinks we got were seasonal, I can't remember the name of them but the coffee we got warm and had a banana and coconut flavor and the iced matcha had a limeade and mango both were INCREDIBLE! I couldn't recommend it more! We also got the lavender raspberry scone which were perfect! If I was from Iowa I'd come back read more

Whether you're a local or just passing through, Horizon Line Coffee is worth a stop for a thoughtfully brewed cup and a welcoming vibe. they deliver top-tier coffee experience. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with friendly staff who take pride in their craft. Look out for their amazing seasonal flavors! read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Matcha Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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I loved the natural lighting, very spacious and welcoming even from outside looking in, staff was super friendly and helpful. I told them it was my first time there; i was clueless, she helped me find just what I was tasting for! Inexpensive, fast and boho vibes! P.S. the reusable glass cups are convenient and I appreciate the mindful sustainability! read more

Great experience all around! Fair amount of space with a nice, relaxed ambiance, and friendly service. I got the seasonal peppermint sugar cookie latte and it tasted exactly how it sounded and was very good! Also tried the match which was very good! *Cool extra thing they do is they serve to go orders in glass and you can rinse it out and return it when you come back and it'll get recycled. read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Matcha - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Love love love this coffee shop. If I lived in Des Moines I would go here all the time. So happy I made this discovery while visiting. Love the glass reuse program. Such a smart concept. And the drink I had was really delicious. If you live in Des Moines or are just visiting, this is a must try. read more

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Coffee was fantastic...however it was served in a glass jar. While I love sustainability, this provided a number of issues. 1. Glass gets very hot and the lid sealed on such that I couldn't open it for awhile (all while juggling the hot glass between my hands to keep from burning myself). 2. I stopped in while traveling for work and then needed to pack the jar so I could properly recycle. read more

Espresso: As an avid espresso drinker, horizon line is the best in class. They take care in their espresso. The espresso is always unique and interesting Service: Attentive and quick. They always mention where the bean is from and truly make the espresso drinking experience impeccable. Ambiance: The coffee shop is often packed and can be a little loud at times. I think they need to get a new space as they seem to be very popular and could use a bigger and better sound dampening environment. Overall best espresso in Des Moines, could not recommend enough if you are in to espresso read more

Horizon Line Coffee - One and One - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Cozy atmosphere with friendly wait staff. I ordered a Mocha Latte and it was very good. Price was good for size of the Latte too. I found this to be a warm and inviting coffee shop. Quiet enough to have a good conversation but busy enough on a Saturday morning where almost every booth was full. read more

I'm honestly surprised I haven't made a single review for this place yet because I've gone here numerous times already. They're a local favorite coffee shop that is well-loved by the locals. Sustainable packaging, openly inclusive, and the staff wears mask in 2023. The seating is fairly limited on a busy day but I haven't had a problem so far. They have a clean aesthetic, and the noise level isn't loud so I see many people hanging out and reading. Ok so what did I order? They were on their winter menu so I got "Ill give you the moon." The sea salt and tahini was a combo I've never had in a latte before but definitely enjoyed. Also the Colombia pour over came to us with a second container for refills so that was a nice surprise too. I'll keep coming back to this place of course :) read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Columbia pour over - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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I was in town just for a day so I wanted to make sure I at least got one nice cup of coffee and Horizon Line definitely delivered that ! The inside of the coffee shop was well lit with a minimalist look with greenery added around. Plenty of seating and space in between. Greeted by the friendly staff. I'm always thankful when the service is kind and open! When arriving I pretty much had my order made up but then I saw they had a summer menu and decided to order from there. My partner and I decided on the cherry Coke latte and Thai tea latte both iced. For to go I didn't expect that we got these cute reusable jars that I'm happy to have. As to the coffee, I surprisingly loved the cherry Coke it's hard to explain but it pairs well with coffee. And if I could I would actually order it occasionally. As for the Thai tea it's different from what I've had in a sense of Thai tea and coffee being mixed. Unique in the way that I like how subtle the tea is to the coffee as it compliments the coffee instead of overpowering it and for that I think that's impressive. If you live in Des Moines or just passing by like me - I'd definitely grab a cup of coffee from here :) read more

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The coffee and the pastries are awesome! I was traveling through Des Moines on business and stayed about 1 mile away. I wanted to get a little bit of a walk in as well as a coffee so I chose Horizon line coffee. In this picture, you'll see a decaf, coffee, a drip coffee, and the best pumpkin chocolate chip cake/bread/muffin I've ever had. (Don't tell my wife) I was able to get a drip coffee that seem to be about a medium roast. Coffee was very good. The decaf coffee was also very good. They only offered it in an Americano. It was also about a medium roast and very smooth. This is the first place that I've gotten a jar and Coozie as a to go cup. It definitely will keep your very hot Americano Very warm for you! I do like the no waste idea and the very next day I stopped at a coffee roaster in Kansas City and they also used glass jars. I could get used to this. Highly recommend horizon line for your next cup of coffee. read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Pumpkin, chocolate chip bread! - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

I absolutely love this place! We are on a road trip and decided to stop in Des Moines for the night. We grabbed coffee here based on the reviews and it didn't disappoint! The coffee is delicious and the employees are very friendly and kind. They use reusable dishes and silicone straws (not paper, so you can actually drink from them and not metal so it doesn't affect the taste of your drink), which is great! There are some things that I wish were different: 1. The seating isn't very comfortable. They have metal stools and wood benches, without cushions. No problem if you want to socialize for a little bit, but not great for long periods. 2. They are very socially inclusive (which is fabulous--their bathroom signs alone made me want to applaud), but they aren't very inclusive with dairy choices. I wish they offered non-fat and 2% milk. They only offer whole milk, oat milk and almond milk. I love oat milk but I only use Oatly Barista Edition because it's very creamy (they use a different brand that I have found to be too thin). Almond milk is too watery for me, so I went with whole milk. My stomach will hate me, but oh well. 3. I wish they offered 18 oz. drink sizes. When we ordered, we realized they only offer 12 oz. portions. Not a crisis, but if you want to enjoy an amazing cup of coffee to wake you up, you'll need to order two drinks (maybe that's a "me" problem!). Overall, I wouldn't hesitate to come back here. Highly recommend!! read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Lavender Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Honestly one of the best coffee shops in Des Moines. From the friendly service to the exceptionally curated drink menu and the glass to-go jars, everything makes me want to come back. Honestly, their drinks NEVER disappoint. Love the environmental friendly concept and you get a discount for bringing your jars back. It's cozy inside with a good amount of seating as well. read more

A good friend suggested that we meet at Horizon Line Coffee recently, and I ended up opting for their Kenya pour-over coffee.  I was VERY pleased with my selection! Tip: The service is friendly and fast, and the quality of their coffee drinks is excellent - totally cost justifies the fact that the prices here are a bit higher than Starbucks. There's lots of seating available, and they even have tables large enough to spread out and get some work done if that's what you're inclined to do :-) read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

The best lavender latte! Baristas are awesome! I also love that they use glass to go containers! read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Lavender Thyme Oatmilk Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Love coming here when I'm home. Great coffee and vibe. Always busy in the morning of course

Tried it for the first time today, had a mocha and some apple cider donuts- yummy! Mocha was delicious. My friend has a black coffee and blueberry cake muffin, and he said it was fanastic. Nice atmosphere and friendly service! read more

Okay, I've gone here a multiple times to get there limited spring line drinks and desserts, and let me tell you. TOTALLY WORTH IT. Order early to pick up later or you'll miss your chance, they sell out fast! They are quick to serve and in a great location close to sculpture park. So grab your latte and scone and enjoy the fresh air and scenery. The scones are semi sweet and not too dry. Each has a unique flavor. Over a period of weeks I got the lemon poppyseed sconuts and they were delicious as they are cute! Almost like a lemon cake and with a lemon glazing! The sausage and feta scone had a more bouncy texture. But it was savory, i couldn't taste as much of the feta as i would like, but it reminded me of a pizza. The mango Ube scone is nice. It has a nice sweet taste that's not over powering, i didn't taste any mango, but it was still okay. The final scone, was the coconut pandan scone, and that one is definitely worth the hype as it is tender, not overly dry, you can taste each flavor and was top notch. Finally the drinks! Horchata Ube Latte! It's beautiful for pictures as it is tasty, it's slightly sweet and the notes of espresso comes out beautifully with hints of cinnamon. The Something Tropical, is exactly how it's named it's sweet, a little floral, and a great starter drink! Finally the Pineapple Pandan Latte. Another aesthetically pleasing drink! It has a toasted taste to it with light hints of pandan flavor. Would definitely recommend coming here for your morning pick me ups! They strive for sustainability and go on the honor code of returning their jars and lids to keep the world cleaner and better! So hit them up! read more

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Best vibes in all of Des Moines! Parking isn't great in this area but we've never had a problem. They serve the best espresso and special matcha. Oat milk is in a lot of their specialty drinks which I love cause #lactoseintolerant. They have a sister store in Iowa city that we used to go to all the time as well. Both places are eco-friendly and give you reusable glasses you can bring back each time! They also have pastries that are to die for. read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Vecna's curse - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Great coffee and great service as always specially Brad who is so friendly and pay attention to the customers preference. The place looks great! Highly recommend this coffee shop! Cristina & Jason read more

I've been here a handful of times. The environment is super clean and has outlets and wifi for when you come in to grab a drink. I love that they have the reusable cup option for when it's on the go. They also have some outdoor seating. The crew behind the counter are all super friendly and are quick with the turn over of getting stuff out. I think the only thing I could recommend to make this 5 stars, is more comfortable seating. When I've gone, it's been a couple of hours for catch ups and coffee dates with friends. The seats are metal so after a while it's uncomfortable. Overall, it's a great place to pick up a coffee and go or catch up with friends. read more

In town for appointments and what a delight to stay near by. I came here for my first latta experience. I had few questions and I felt welcomed to ask these experts. I ordered the latta with oat milk and was impressed with the richness and the wow factor for a first timer. Perfect cups to embrace the coffee. Loved the interior, simple, sheek and easy to relax in. Busy spot for sure. Totally recommend all their options here. read more

Super friendly staff and a decent menu that isn't overwhelming with options. I can only speak to the chai latte because I got it once and haven't switched up my order. It's the only chai latte I have ever had that is a little spicy, which I love. With oat milk, but I'm sure dairy milk is just as delicious. It's a little on the small side when you get one that is not to go, but it is still worth it. The place is small but has a decent amount of seating. The seating, however, is not the most comfortable. Most stools don't have armrests or backs, so it could get really uncomfortable if you spend too much time there. They are open until 3:00 p.m. most days whereas a lot of other coffee shops close at 2:00. I would recommend them if you are in the area. Just keep in mind that you have to find street parking and pay for it. Get there a little earlier if you have a meeting or something scheduled there so you can find and pay for parking. read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Chai latte with oat milk - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Stopped in during a road trip and it was lovely! Wish I lived local to participate in the glass return but will be reusing my jars!!

WOW! What a craft! This place is holding itself back! We need these replacing every Starcraps in the nation, give me little latte jars yes please, provide the ideal mixes of inspired ingredients and brewed beans like a magician, throw me that menu with enough to keep me going for days! Only issues are the tiny sizes, no 16oz? C'mon I need more of that nog for the afternoon too! And hey, move that online ordering to the Joe App, best app by far for enticing the crowds and getting yourself discounts you don't pay for. I had to try two, nog and punch, exquisite and perfected blends. Huge bummer the inside wasn't open but super fun and easy going staff helped scoot me on my pick up way, made for a 10/10 first trip to Des Moines! read more

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My wife and love this place!!! We drive from WDM for great coffee and even delicious pastries!!! The staff is also really friendly. My wife and I are coffee snobs so we have high expectations especially with my wife being a barista and they are great! We were worried moving here from Portland that we wouldn't find a great coffee shop but we did! We also love the reusable cups!! The only negative is they are not closer to where we live LOL . Go try this place and you won't be disappointed. Plus if you are vegan most if not all of their pastries are vegan. read more

I love that this coffee shop prioritizes sustainability through reusable mugs and to go jars. The drinks are good and they have fun, unique flavor combinations! read more

Horizon Line Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

Delicious coffee and lattes served in a very modern space by cool baristas in a hip-but-not-obnoxious area of DSM. Love their commitment to glass bottles as well. They got our road trip off to an excellent start that morning. read more

Best coffee shop in Des Moines by far. I am from the Bay Area and this coffee shop is something you'd find in the big city. They have great tasting coffee and prices are so realistic. The staff is crazy nice. They have vegan baked goods which is a huge bonus. The coolest part is they don't create waste - they use glass cups that you can keep or return and they don't charge for it. It's such a good initiative to reduce waste. I highly rec their oat cap or ice oat latte - soooo good. They also have fun seasonal drinks that are also super tasty. Will come to this coffee shop every time I visit. read more

Great small quaint coffee shop in old industrial building. Great location wonderful staff and very friendly. LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY AND INCLUSIVE ESTABLISHMENT! read more

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Super friendly staff! So welcoming. Great place to sit & read. The location is perfect. Like most coffee shops they charge $1 for non dairy milk substitutes. A latte costs $4+ $0.50 for vanilla syrup + $1 oatmilk = $5.50. Which is super comparable with any other coffee spot. The decor is minimal yet so warm. Can't wait to come back read more

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