My son got The Jake, and I got Honey Cinnamon Latte. Delish! Great vibe and ample seating.read more

What a cute coffee shop!…read more I loved their Hiland latte. I also appreciate a more environmentally conscious business. There are lots of tables and games and books! Super inviting atmosphere.

Love Scooter's. This one is no different. Very efficient. Very nice emoloyees. Love their coffees…read moreas well.

I used to work for this business, and I will say they should be shut down for how they treat their…read moreemployees. Amy, which is a horrible manager, speaks to people in a belittling manner, and when she comes to store 99 on University, she becomes Racist to say the least. The store Barely has the items half of the week which leaves them to blame the employees, Checks are always late or someone is short which they also blame the employees for when it's really their poor managements problem. they have fired multiple people for simply speaking their minds for not wanting to be treated like children. Amy has a camera in the store that does not belong to the Scooters Franchise which Her and her Husband who doesn't work for the company has access to. Which is very unprofessional and scary for the workers. Its not a safe environment for the workers due to the gossip and unprofessionalism coming from the hiring parties. Amy NEEDS to be fired and investigated immediately.

I LOVE what they have done with Mars. It's a vibe. The coffee is outstanding. You must try their…read moreseasonal creations. Those have been the best treat when I stop in. They also have pastries, sandwiches, and Australian pies! The baristas seem to really love their job which makes a huge difference in the drink quality and the environment. Good place to meet with friends or just have a quiet moment to yourself. I tend to go out of my way to stop here when I can.

There are not many places in the DSM metro that have excellent quality control, skilled baristas…read moreand are consistently excellent. Mars is absolutely one of them doing it right. They also have Skim milk. Many don't if that's your go to. Mars is a must go on your next espresso tour. Super nice staff, busy and comfortable place to go near Drake.

Delicious coffee and food! The breakfast burrito was customized. I love the drive through, too!read more

Came here from coffee hop, and I was pleasantly surprised! It was good coffee, the staff was nice…read moreand it had a lot of seating and a really cozy atmosphere. I will be back for sure!

Okay, full disclosure...I don't drink coffee, and i LOVE this place!…read more Located in an amazing space, Northern Vessel has an amazing interior and the cozy atmosphere they have organically cultivated. This is Johnston-raised TJ Rude's place, and he is a gem. He and business partner Alex Prins are terrific people, and their North Star is evident at all times. They hire well, and it's a great place to visit. They master Cold Brew, Cold Brew Latte, and Drip Coffee, and even though I have not tried it, I don't have to to know to determine it is great.

I make sure to stop by every time I am in the Des Moines Metro! I have yet to be let down by the…read moresuperb service and high quality beverages they provide.

Excellent coffee, tasty breakfast, friendly service, busy but not too busy, great retro interior…read moreand vibe, with a colorful painted piano on the patio just waiting to be played. Love this place!

Stopped here on a Friday morning with a few ladies. We ordered and our food and drinks and both…read morecame quick. Everyone enjoyed their drinks and their food. I ordered a breakfast sandwhich and enjoyed it, but wish they put a sauce of some sort on it. I have also tried their muffins and scones which are delicious. The staff was very kind and the environment is very chill. This is a great place to stop and get coffee and a snack.

Great home cooked food! Hot peppers were just right. Patty melt and meatloaf were awesome.read more

Food is always good when we visit and the staff is wonderful. Our grandkids love going there and…read morethe menu covers all there tastes.

5 Star for the service. Sam was a wonderful waitress…read more I got to go try a location at a time I normally would not be able to. I had a day off and was invited to go to a breakfast with my Dad and some other retired gentleman. It was an early Wednesday morning and she greeted us before we were in the door. Sam, the server, has the best patience and sense of humor anyone could hope for. My table of retired men had nothing but good things to say about her and all the teasing they have given her. She is a saint. She knew their orders by heart and knew exactly what they wanted. Again, 5 stars are all for her. The restaurant itself was quiet mostly. The place was clean and well lit and started to pick up traffic. The restaurant /food over was mediocre. There were no complaints from our table as the guys are mostly there for the meet up more than the food. I had the healthy omelet. It was good. The fruit was kinda meh. It was okay but the coffee was flowing and was a nice morning.

The food was large portioned. The food was your typical breakfast. For $18 we had a #3 breakfast 2…read moreeggs, bacon, hash brown & toast and a pancake special 2 huge pancakes, sausage, and eggs. Along with 2 cokes. They were way under staffed and our order took a while. The management staff explained they had an increase in customers due to another cafe closure that they weren't prepared for. He assured us they will increase staff. As our wait time wasn't normal or what they strive for.

My current go to quick lunch place. My favorites are the Paneer Wrap and the Lamb Kebab Roll with…read moreButter Chicken Pizza a close 3rd. I've tried all of the chai types, all good with Cinnamon my go to drink. Very friendly service, clean and comfortable. My daughter loves the Matcha. Highly recommend, 5 out of 5

This is a great place for lunch. Kind and friendly, the proprietors make you feel welcome. It's…read moreIndian lunch food--delicious and different from the other places in the area.