I can't resist neighborhood spots when traveling, so was stoked that I could hit Saints Rest and…read moreJay's Deli simultaneously! Getting into the fall season feels, I ordered a pumpkin latte....with almond milk (don't judge, am lactose intolerant!). It was so delish! Smooth, tasty and well balanced. This local coffee shop was cozy, casual and seemed like a great spot for Grinnellians - I would be a regular if I lived here!

Mocha was too sweet to drink. Had a few sips, added coffee to try and make it better and drank a…read morebit more but eventually gave up. Didn't have any savory breakfast food options but cookies and muffins looked good. Cute local place if you like black coffee and want to hang out. But probably not if you want espresso drinks.

The decor was really nice and so comfortable, the staff were friendly and the service was good and…read morequick. I'm only docking a couple points because their choice of coffee beans aren't my favourite but your mileage may vary and the quality of each drink varies a lot depending on who's making it

Made the drive up here because it was the only DMV appointment for my daughter in the next 30 days…read more Took advantage of the trip to try out a new coffee spot. This was a cute little spot that reminds me of many other in term of the trendy style expected from A cozy coffee shop. The espresso and latte were excellent as was the service. When you are ready to expand, come to Ankeny.

Seriously the cutest coffee shop/book store EVER located in downtown Iowa Falls. They have seating…read moreoutside and inside. You walk in and there is a coat rack and community board. You can feel the DMs town vibes and coziness as soon as you walk in. The front seating area has a piano and seating and tables. The coffee bar is in the middle and they offer seasonal items such as Apple Crisp Latte (which was delicious) & S'mores mocha. There were pastries and scones and cookies as well. There is beautiful art all around for sale. Different nick naks and magnets and key chains and bags and soap etc for sale. And some adorable crocheted animals too. A fire place greets you after the coffee bar with 4 very comfy chairs. And behind that you can do downstairs where all the books are kept with tables and chairs and couches. And upstairs is a Longe area with more chairs and tables and couches. A perfect place to meet and catch up with family and friends or to study and enjoy a nice place to hangout. I wish this was in my town, I would be there every day! Def a must!

Just a great little coffee shop! Warm, friendly, comfortable! Hot mocha was great - not so sweet…read morelike some places, which I appreciated. The barista and I talked about how many pumps of mocha was used so I No could adjust the sweetness. I love the little book store area,'used puzzles and other gift items n for sale. Lots of no options for seating- something for everyone; chairs, couches, etc. Get comfy, get cozy and enjoy your joe!

If you are near the Independence area, Em's is a MUST. It is an awesome small business. The service…read moreis quick, and the employees are the sweetest and very personable. I've been to hundreds of coffee shops around the U.S, but this one is by far THE best. My go to is an iced salted honey latte. Their menu is huge. They also offer monthly drink specials. They have unique and delicious flavor combinations. And how could I forget their baked goods?!?! They always have a stacked bakery case. They've got the biggest cinnamon rolls with the best frosting. Em offers a newsroom which has a couch and several chairs for meetings, or just to hangout! Overall a must-try. I promise you'll be going back

The coffee was great. Had gelato and a couple smoothies. Went there twice while I was visiting in…read moreIndependence

My wife and I stopped by the First Street Sidecar location in Cedar Falls this past weekend…read more Unfortunately, this location does not appear on Yelp, so I am leaving a review for the College Hill location (which I have visited in the past). Here are our thoughts below! Food/Drink: Monster Cookie (Yum! This cookie was HUGE, soft, and delicious. Rating = 8/10). Hot Cinnamon Roll Latte (This tasted nearly identical to a warm, gooey, cinnamon roll! Be warned - it is a very sweet beverage. Rating = 7.7/10). Iced Hazelnut Latte (YES! This is basically almost as good as it gets when it comes to a latte. Absolutely scrumdidilyumptious. Rating = 9/10). Service: The service here could not have been better! Our barista's name was Brianna, and she had a phenomenal attitude. She looked excited to help us out and appears to love her job. Her passion for her job truly shined through during our time in the shop. Ambiance: As mentioned above, this review is based on our visit to the First Street location in Cedar Falls. It has a much different vibe than the College Hill location. The First Street location is not quite as "homey" as the College Hill cafe and has more of a coffee chain feel (not as much unique character that I typically enjoy with local coffee brands). The College Hill location, on the other hand, has much more personality. It is an excellent place to get some work done, read a book, or meet up with friends! All in all - we undoubtedly had a 5-star experience at Sidecar this past weekend. Excellent food and drink and some of the best service we've received in a while!

White chocolate latte was delicious, smooth not too strong or sweet. Cinnamon roll was the gooey…read morekind in the middle, loved it. Cute shop, staff were very friendly and service was fast. I'll be back probably go through the drive through tomorrow!

Nice vintage store that sells plants too. Behind they have a really cute hang out area to get…read morecoffee/tea and alcohol-the coffee business here is called Steeped & Stirred fyi. I recommend getting their Cream Soda latte! This location is close to a bicycle path so would be an ideal spot to take a break. Family friendly spot, they had a chalkboard for kids to draw on and a seating area.

It is a nice setting, pleasant people, and very relaxing. Could have a better beer selection for…read morethose of us that like dark beer!

Parking was easy even with construction on the bridge. Relaxing and well decorated inside. Friendly…read morestaff! I tried the stronger coffee with their home made vanilla coffee creamer, along with the homemade blueberry scone. Obviously a hit within the community. I'll make another trip back.

Have been here 3 times in the last 3 days--the coffee is decent, but it's really the only non-fast…read morefood coffee option in town. The service, that's another story. We came in on Friday and got served by a very nice girl. Then on Sunday and Monday we got served by a girl with dark hair and she was extremely snarky and rude. On Monday, we tried to order the breakfast burrito (at 7:45 am) and they claimed they only had 1 left. They then sold another one to someone 10 minutes after us, and when we asked about it we were completely blown off. The final straw is they are not at all dog friendly, and made my girlfriend wait outside for her drink in the rain because she had a dog (not barking, small, respectful). Disappointing by a family owned establishment in a small town.

This super cute coffee bar was just the perfect treat. Probably the best cappuccino in a 45 mile…read moreradius. The coffee was strong and hot! The young lady at that served us was kind and accommodating. Also a huge plus, the Christian music playing softly creating just a lovely atmosphere. 5 starts from this seasoned barista

From the owner: West Side Java is a locally owned shop specializing in coffee drinks, hot, iced or blended. We also…read morehave a wide variety of other drink options for the non coffee drinker, such as smoothies, shakes, teas, Lotus and boba.

It's a great atmosphere and I love that they have vegan options. All of the baked goods that I've…read morehad have been delicious.

Excellent frittata! Loads of spinach, just the right amount of goat cheese, and they offered to…read moreheat it up. The wheat-free options are not labeled gluten-free because they are made in the same kitchen, but the staff reassured me that they take steps to avoid contamination. With both cozy chairs and vintage shake shop style dining tables, this place is part coffee shop, part diner.