It's a little Small town diner. Exactly what you would envision. However ... those Iowans are so…read morefriendly !! Obvious locals sitting at the counter said hello when we walked in. I wish I knew the name of the girl to sat us and partially waited on us. Dark hair. Tan skin. That's all I remember. SHE WAS SO GOOD, COURTEOUS, ATTENTIVE. I haven't seen customer service like that in years !!! Bless her. She needs a raise !! The food was diner food. Better than some. Worse than others. The bacon was perfect !!! Best diner bacon I've ever had. we were happy they were open and it was local. EAT LOCAL !!

My wife and I went to Julie's for breakfast this morning. She ordered the French toast and orange…read morejuice. No butter, sticky syrup container, and not much flavor to the syrup I ordered 2 eggs scrambled and a sausage patty. The scrambled eggs were not fluffy and sort of cooked like an extra thick omelette. No seasoning and no flavor. The sausage patty was somewhere between extremely well done and shoe leather. No flavor. The waitress was excellent. The restaurant was very clean. The average wait time between placing an order and getting your food was over 30 minutes.

Excellent spot!! Best item on the menu is hot beef! Services is great and prices are very…read moreaffordable.

Normal cafe food. Service was great…read moreHometown gathering place Would return if wanting home cooking

Paid 10.95& for one waffle. Had to pay extra for bacon that was too crispy to eat. Fell apart when…read moretouched. Food not as good as it used to be. Service is good.

We arrived for breakfast as part of our Lincoln Highway journey. We are following websites and a…read moregray book which obviously has not been updated in a few years. We were so disappointed that the owners of the cafe did not preserve the historic look and sign - we left. They get a zero star for taking away the charm of this Historic road a price of Americana

It's been a wonderfully busy summer, and I carved out some much‑needed time to visit my kids in…read moreIowa. One of our favorite traditions is hunting down hidden gems together, and this time my son and I set out in search of a new coffee spot. I took a leap with a bold combo -- earl grey, coffee, raspberry jam, and bergamot. Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but wow... it was absolute ! While the vibe isn't quite my go‑to for a long hangout or work session (I'm big on ambience), they're not far off. For true remote workers, it's a peaceful find, and with a little more focus on noise and comfort, it could be spot‑on. Either way, the creativity in their drinks makes it worth the visit, and I'll definitely be back If you're looking for something fresh and unexpected, this is a place to put on your list!

Please try the rosemary bagel with cream cheese. It will change your life. I have genuinely never…read morefound a tastier bagel. The rotating iced lattes are my favorite to try out whenever I'm there, and I love stopping in for a quick study session (see below). A dogtown staple! One thing I will say is the booths are outdated and uncomfy, but it's a small price to pay for the friendliness of the employees and otherwise great atmosphere.

Cortado was made brilliantly and the BPT ( Bacon, Pesto, Tomato )sandwich was small but very tasty…read more I ordered the poached egg as separate but it was not included. But overall the young ladies did a good job. P.S I was impressed a small place like Indianola had a coffee place that made cortado. Super impressed

Five stars for the cortado (brown sugar) and the ambiance. This will be my go to for coffee when…read moreI'm in the Des Moines area

OMG, this place is in such a nice area! They have a huge menu with so many amazing options to…read morechoose from. I ordered the Pit Master Sandwich with a side of French onion soup (you get to choose a side with the sandwich). The sandwich was really good! The bread was buttery and soft, and the homemade croutons in the soup were clearly made from fresh bread. The French onion soup wasn't for me--it kind of tasted like acid reflux to me, so I gave it to my mom. She actually thought it was pretty good. The sandwich had perfectly balanced barbecue sauce and cheese, although I thought the barbecue sauce overpowered the cheese a bit. Next time, I'd probably order it without the cheese. The brisket was good, but I would've preferred a fattier cut because I think it would have been more flavorful. I also wasn't a fan of the Gouda since it didn't melt very well, but the other cheese on the sandwich was delicious. Overall, the food was incredible, and this place is an absolute MUST if you're in the area! I noticed they have around 78,000 DoorDash orders, and after eating here, I can definitely see why. I'll actually be coming back in a few days before I leave my vacation because there are so many other delicious items on the menu that I can't wait to try! Staff were also nice!

The food is good service amazing it's a cozy warm bakery smells so good! The sandwiches are good…read moresoups good the smoothies are great

Nice option for lunch during the week. Chipotle chicken wrap was tasty and the chicken salad salad…read morewas also good. Did take out on a Friday and they were quick. Next time will eat in. Seems freshly renovated inside with an amazing tin ceiling along with some interesting vintage photos of downtown Grinnell.

Stopped in for a late lunch, service was awesome and the Big Dill sandwich was great! They have…read morelots of options of coffee, smoothies and other drinks. The rice pudding was off the hook!! Sorry no pictures.

What a quaint little gem! A treasure trove of unique gifts and decor on one side, a cozy cafe…read moreoffering soup, sandwiches and delicious fudge on the other side. This is a great place to stop in for a coffee or cappuccino. They feature different soups and sandwiches. The menu changes daily. I enjoyed looking at all the knickknacks, decor, gifts, jewelry and much more...so much to see! They have a variety of items that you don't see just anywhere. This place is worth a look.

Yum. Good coffee. The retail side has many interesting things to look at. Worth a trip to this cute…read morelittle town. My friend who lives here said she has never had a bad coffee or drink. I tend to agree. There are also suites to rent above the shop.