A lovely addition to Waukee! You don't often find a breakfast/lunch restaurant that truly has a unique menu with fun twists on classics. Plus, an amazing coffee bar! The ambiance in this place is great. Lots of natural light and elements with fun pops of color. Plenty of seating. We ordered the breakfast burrito, Croque madame, and cereal milk latte. The breakfast burrito was drenched in delicious sauce and was a generous portion. The Croque madame was also exceptional. The milk bread really took it to the next level. Side salad was nice and fresh. The latte was also amazing, not too sweet, nice fresh espresso that wasn't over extracted. The servers were sweet and attentive. No notes! Overall, this was a breath of fresh air. Definitely deserves a try if you are in the area! read more

Let me start by saying I've never been so excited to visit a restaurant after seeing photos of their food online. I travel constantly for work, and this place instantly reminded me of something you'd find in L.A. -- I genuinely forgot I was in Iowa. How does Waukee have a restaurant this good? I went with my fiancée, full of anticipation, and it completely lived up to the hype -- and then some. The breakfast sandwich was absolutely insane. I promise it tastes every bit as good as it looks. It's hands-down the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. I've eaten at incredible spots in Denver, LA, New York, and Chicago, and none of them compare to what's happening right here in Waukee, Iowa. Mine was the pork katsu with miso aioli -- life-changing. I seriously sat there afterward thinking, Where has this been my whole life? My fiancée ordered the dill sandwich, and it was equally phenomenal. The fries might be the best in all of Iowa. We kept looking at each other in disbelief that this level of food was in our own backyard. I finished my latte so fast I didn't even get a picture of it. If you're even thinking about going, just do it. This place is incredible -- easily the best spot in Iowa right now. read more

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Darling little spot! We came for dinner recently - here's my thoughts: SPACE The ambiance here is amazing! So well decorated and designed. Multiple tables, a record player area behind the barista setup, and a semi-open kitchen that makes it feel open and welcoming. SERVICE Our service was wonderful! Kennedy was extremely accommodating for our large group. DRINKS The cocktails lacked a bit for me: my gin fizz was just not it. Folks liked their Old Fashioneds, though. DINNER It sounds like they've just started dinner service, and are still working on getting the word out! With the name "luncheonette", that might be tricky - I'd recommend updating to "dinette". Some of the items on the menu felt more of a fit for lunch than dinner. I'd love to come back and try brunch here: it seems like that's where they shine most! FOOD I had the steak frites: the steak was cooked perfectly! The "frites" were amazing, but only three felt way too small a portion for the dinner plate. Some of the other plates were a touch sparse, like the chicken mole. The country ham byo-sandwich was one that didn't seem to translate well to dinner either. The wetburgers (called something different here) were great and so cheap - $5 a slider! The steak was the biggest hit for our group! I'd also love to see some homemade desserts for dinner. Presenting handpies and oatmeal cream pies in a plastic wrap just doesn't match the elevated vibe for dinner here. They put ice cream on them, but ran out so gave us snickers ice cream bars. I think to match the prices and ambiance, a level up is necessary here. read more

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No reservations available for the time I was hoping to go, so chanced a walk-in. Was able to get a bar seat right away. It took a bit for someone to help take my order, but the people were nice. I got the sandwich, which has a breaded katsu-style sausage patty and a thick steamed egg. Flavorful and juicy! It doesn't come with anything for $14 so that seems a bit of a bummer to not get a side, but the sandwich was definitely filling. Coffee was nice and hot. Cute little spot, too, just try to get a reservation if you want an actual table, as they seem to fill up fast. read more

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Umm don't come here. Vibe is amazing, coffee is great (golden miso with oat for the win), chicken and rice porridge AUTHENTIC (from a native Filipino boi), avo toast that wifey had looked amazing too. Also...BEST FRIES in Des Moines, I'll fight you for the last one. Sat near the kitchen and saw them taking out lots of amazing food, Italian sando and tuna melt looked AMAZING. So yeah don't come, this is my spot, stay over at Jordan Creek and go to the cheesecake factory. read more

Littleleaf Luncheonette - Best fries in Iowa, maybe USA....?? - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waukee, Iowa

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I enjoyed my experience at littleleaf, I liked the ambiance and the service was good. I had the croque madam and it was the best iv ever had! Also had the "hash browns" not what I expected but better than I expected, crispy and very flavorful. I'll definitely come back, the menu is creative. read more

Littleleaf Luncheonette - Croque Madam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waukee, Iowa

Littleleaf Downtown Waukee A cute little breakfast place. Service was awesome. big kiddos each got "fanshyy lattes" and both liked them. One was an oat milk latte, and the other ordered white noise but got served baklava - which was his next choice so no worries. He liked the baklava latte with the cinnamon and pistachio hints. We old folks just got regular drip coffee, which was also delicious. breakfast burrito with bacon was a beast, on a hot skillet with red and green chili sauce. Yum. breakfast sandwich is definitely big with the steamed egg stacking almost an inch thick. avocado toast was interesting, and the onions were very overpowering. Didn't love the oranges on top of this one. I think, next time, we will get it sans red onions and oranges on the side. steak and eggs was 4 slices of steak, and cooked med-rare. A little bland but the salsa de rajas was good. I don't know that I think this was worth $26 but beef is pricey right now so I get it. I like this location, and am glad to see more businesses downtown Waukee. We will definitely be back to try other items, and get some yummy coffees, too. -- at Waukee Downtown Triangle. read more

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This place was on my radar after reading about it in The Des Moines Register. We rarely head west to Waukee but had an errand out that way so we went for a late lunch. We arrived around 2:15 (they close at 3) and we were the only ones in the restaurant. Jade greeted us with a smile and menus. I had the grain bowl with farro, arugula, broccolini, avocado, apple, red onion, pistachios, pistachio pesto, and herbs. I opted out of the cheddar that is also an ingredient. Definitely a unique combination of ingredients but it worked. Hubby had the Cuban sandwich featuring roasted pork, smoked ham, swiss, pickle, mustard and mayo with an option of a side salad or fries. Hubby chose the fries and commented that both the sandwich and fries were very good. He took half the sandwich home as it was very large! We both had the iced tea which was a refreshing minty blend. The ceilings are high and the atmosphere is light and bright. I noticed the plants adorning shelves near the high ceiling and had to ask how they get watered. Jade shared that they are due for some maintenance/upgrade and that there is an outside person who will regularly take care of them. The Little Leaf is now open for dinner with smaller plates good for sharing (or not). A very pleasant lunch and any time we are in Waukee again, we will definitely stop in. read more

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Cute little place with some great coffee. The price is a little high at over $7 for a small latte and heads up there is no tap to pay/Apple Pay options. Staff seemed nice read more

Recently opened in the charming little triangle of downtown Waukee, Littleleaf Luncheonette is a delightful addition to the area. The atmosphere is bright, airy, and incredibly welcoming, making it the perfect spot for breakfast or lunch with friends. We tried the "Little Breakfast," and it was fantastic! The thick bacon was perfectly cooked, and the preserves served with butter on the toast were a lovely touch. The breakfast burrito was equally impressive, boasting subtle and perfectly balanced flavors. The service was top-notch, with Bailey and the team being attentive and prepared for a busy crowd, which is promising for the future. We're thrilled to have Littleleaf in Waukee; it truly fills a void and brings a fresh, vibrant option to the neighborhood. Highly recommend! read more

Littleleaf Luncheonette - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waukee, Iowa

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So this little gem of a restaurant had an amazing brunch! I had a breakfast sandwich and hash brown that was amazing. They do take reservations and it's not a huge restaurant, but brunch, lunch, and now dinner menus all look awesome. read more

Littleleaf Luncheonette - Breakfast sandwich with steamed egg, cheese, aioli sauce, and breaded ginger sausage. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waukee, Iowa

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What a cute addition to the Waukee area! Vibe feels very much relaxed and organic modern. Food is delish. Had the tuna melt and love that it's made with confit tuna versus canned tuna. Complemented with the arugula salad nicely. The Italian sandwich was also incredible, portions were nice and ingredients fresh. The seasonal coffees are also great, had the golden miso which had a hint of salt flavor. And it was crowded on a Wednesday, people waiting to get seated but service was also prompt. Can't wait to go back! read more

10 stars. Incredible meal, great service with excellent suggestions, loved the decor and vibe. So happy for this addition to Waukee read more

Littleleaf Luncheonette - Farro - so fresh and yummy. Broccolini, avocado, arugula, cheddar, apples. Baklava latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waukee, Iowa

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Dinner and dessert was the perfect date night with my honey at this renovated building location. Now that they are open evenings until 9pm, we decided to make a reservation via their website. No parking lot, but lots of street parking around. You may need to walk a block, but the Waukee Triangle is a cute area to walk. We were surprised (and a little sad) to see the old barber shop (everyone remembers Jerry the barber) building had been torn down and replaced with a new building directly across the street from Littleleaf. The large windows look out that west direction as you sit and eat. We were greeted warmly and sat at a table where water was waiting for us already. The chairs are cute but I immediately thought if someone has a big butt they will not fit in the curved seat. ‍ There is a long wall bench option however for seating too. We loved our food and the perfect service. We will return to try brunch, but this spot is going to blow up so get here soon. They have it all...good location, cute decor, fresh and delicious food and great service. We will be back. read more

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Checked out Littleleaf with my wife and a friend and loved it. Very cool atmosphere, super friendly service, and the food was outstanding. The breakfast sandwich and hash brown were excellent & great flavors, high-quality ingredients, and the hash brown was perfectly crispy. Posting a photo because it looked as good as it tasted. Highly recommend, it's a new hidden gem. read more

Littleleaf Luncheonette - Mimosa (fresh squeezed OJ), breakfast sandwich, and hash brown. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waukee, Iowa

We arrived early during the lunch rush, and were seated soon after. From there on, it went downhill. The server was slow to take our order, and prep time was over 30 minutes for a basic sandwich and an egg dish. Our server was often out of sight, and other staff in the front just stood around talking amongst themselves. I also felt the charge was high, over 30 dollars for a simple lunch. We will not return read more

My family and I tried Littleleaf today and were pleasantly surprised! There is so much natural light and the skylight gives it the perfect breakfast vibe. I got the French toast and it was the best I have ever had! My husband got the breakfast sandwich which was also amazing!! I tried the Golden miso latte and it was incredible. The servers are all so sweet and helpful. Only downside is there aren't any kid friendly options. We can't wait to come back again! read more

Littleleaf Luncheonette - Coffee and breakfast menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waukee, Iowa

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Great food and Great People. Their breakfast burrito and white noise coffee were both absolutely delicious. read more

Wanted to give a shout out to this bright little brunch, lunch, a now dinner spot. I've had the opportunity to visit multiple times, and have been impressed with the consistency and freshness of their dishes. Their coffee is AMAZING! Their grain bowl and salad options are some of the best I've had in the metro area. It's a cosy space with beautiful natural light. The service has been warm and inviting every time I step in, and the owner has been there working her butt off every visit I've had. Great spot! So happy for the addition to the Triangle. read more

Cute little place with great food!! In the heart of Waukee, it's quant and fun new place

Food lacked any kind of TLC or care to attention. Service was just ok. Ambiance cute buy very noisy. Pricey.

Service was excellent as well as the food and atmosphere. I love that they renovated an older building in the Waukee triangle that continue investments in the downtown feel of the community. read more

Breakfast sando was SOLID! 10/10. Will definitely go back. Americano made with the Parlor Coffee out of NY, was also dynamite. read more

Littleleaf Luncheonette - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Waukee, Iowa

The space was clean and modern, and the food we had was amazing! One of the best breakfast sandwiches ever made with katsu pork