Came here yesterday with my friend for a coffee date. I got a iced matcha and she got a iced…read morecoffee. 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!

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

I have been super excited to try this place as I have the coffeehop pass and have had serval people…read moremention this coffee shop. I thought it was pretty good and was a different environment to grab a coffee. A friend and I went on a Sunday morning, so it was pretty busy and we had to wait a little bit to find a seat. We found street parking on Ingersoll and had a short walk over which didn't bother us, but I can understand how parking is an issue during busier times. My friend and I both enjoyed our drinks but weren't blown away. I also tried the breakfast burrito which was okay, but I probably wouldn't order again. I was hoping to try the breakfast sandwich but they were sold out. I liked this shop, but it is not a place I would go out of my way for.

Weird interaction with the workers here.. ordered a cappuccino and but got a flat white. When I…read morenicely asked if I could have a cappuccino I was rudely spoken to and told a flat white is a cappuccino. Huh? Definitely had me second guessing so I quietly went back to work but I later looked it up and it's not the same thing.. i don't think I'll be coming back here.

Amazing space with plenty of room to work. Loved their merch, all printed on super soft tees with a…read morehandmade silkscreened vibe to them. First visit I had an iced hiland with oat and it was phenomenal. Also tried a homemade little Debbie style oatmeal cream cookie. Sugar bomb but it was exactly what I wanted. Had a small issue on next visit, however, management and staff were kind and quick to fix and that's the true testament. Will be back next time we are in Des Moines.

First timer they have a Friendly staff, the drink menu is pretty basic and paired Down. They don't…read morehave a lot of "coffee alternatives" besides the soda, and juices sold in the case. I ordered a sugar free vanilla latte. It was more milk than I'd prefer- I wish there was a stronger coffee taste and instead it was 3/4 full of milk with syrup. But the staff was friendly and it was quiet inside the shop. A lot of people hanging out and gathering the day I was there. Stars given solely on the taste/ value of the latte I ordered.

The barista is a pretentious prick. Won't give you their undivided attention while taking your…read moreorder because he isn't finished making the prior customers order and then screws up the order. He then tries to claim that a flat white is the same thing as a cappuccino whilst making an insulting comment towards Australians. I should have went to vibrant coffee around the corner. And to my guy here: when someone orders two different drinks, don't make the same drink and try to play it off like your some superior barista; your job is to serve coffee as it's ordered, that's it. All I wanted was to enjoy a morning coffee but instead had to deal with some asshole with a complex.

Was looking for a new spot to try out coffee and I went on here of course to see which place to…read morepick from. I saw great reviews about how amazing the coffee and honey is here. Needless to say this spot deserves all its flowers because the coffee is phenomenal. I was greeted instantly by the people behind the counter. They were friendly and it was full of people who were also super friendly. It is a small cozy space with tons of other drinks and cool products to pick from. I had a hot pistachio honey oat latte and I savored it for a few hours because it was really that good. The coffee had a fruity and nutty taste that made my taste buds so happy. The pistachio and honey mix was the perfect combination. Can't wait to go back to try more!

Tasty cinnamon rolls! Large space. Friendly staff. Great for meetings. Nice for socializing or…read moregetting work done.

I absolutely love this place. The drive thru is convenient, the selection is amazing, you'll NEVER…read morego wrong with basically anything. I've had baristas mess up my drink order a few times when dining inside but they're always ready to remake and super polite about it. Would highly recommend for networking meetings. My fave food: cream cheese or s'mores muffin, cheeseburger chowder (in a bread bowl!!), and my #1: BREAKFAST CASSEROLE!! My fave drinks: raspberry voodoo chai, build your own lotus (white lotus + peach), pistachio latte.

Tiny shop with big business! This was my third visit as i am making this review and wow it has been…read moreconsistently been busy every time i come here. I ordered the matcha green tea latte with oat milk this time. Tasty and well sweetened without having anything added. My husband ordered an iced vanilla latte and our drink loving teenager ordered an iced chai. I've had all these drinks in the past and they are consistently delicious. Shop is tiny and has seats for about 15-18 people. Comfortably: 10-12 people. It gets so packed and backed up that I never stay long enough for 15 minutes. I have always visited on a week day mid morning. Great location too. Service is nice and quick with the drinks. I have mostly been served by younger college student aged baristas. I gave 4 stars because I notice I get cross contaminated drinks and get stomachaches once in awhile when I order a hot drink. Other than that it's been a nice experience. Would recommend

Great place for fast service and great coffee. Inside, there's good music and groups of people…read moreworking or just catching up. I went alone, grabbed an iced latte to go and was shocked by the fast service. I would sit there forever if I could. Recommend ordering coffee to enjoy there for the whole experience.

We love an excellent coffee, so we visit a lot of coffee shops across the country. This vibe was so…read moreunique. Very minimalist, open-concept interior with a large triangular island-type seating with people working on their laptops, and also broad places to sit in the windows. It was packed and a little loud, but pleasant. The line was a bit long. The staff was super friendly and the coffee was really excellently made. I prefer a more robust roast, so keep that in mind if you have specific tastes, but that's a matter of preference, not their ability. I really respect that they're closed Sunday and their staff gets a rest day!

Northern Vessel on Keosauqua Way is worth a stop. They pour Onyx Coffee Lab beans -- Geometry and…read moreMonarch on the shelf -- and it shows in the cup. Onyx is one of the best roasters in the country and it's a real commitment for a shop to build around them. The iced drinks come sealed in clear cans, machine-lidded at the bar. It's a genuinely different presentation, it doesn't sweat through, and it holds up if you're walking around with it. I had the cold brew and the matcha -- both clean and not over-sweetened. The space is sharp: marble counter, black cabinetry, warm wood, good light in the morning. Staff were friendly and happy to talk through the menu without being precious about it. Menu runs deep -- signature lattes, four matcha options, their oat milk cold brew latte by the bottle. Easy recommend.

I'm glad I don't live near this coffee shop, beacuse I'd spend all of my money…read more This is a beautiful space with great energy but still relaxing and/or a place that you could do some studying or work like several people were doing even on the Sunday we visited. Menu selections are vast. Coffee was excellent tasting and strong. Service was fantastic, answering questions and giving suggestions. We got coffee as well as muffins (get the blueberry) and I also opted for the ooey gooey grill cheese sandwich. I will say that was good but not excellent. Was it a grill cheese...yes. it was a good size and hit the spot, but not special or flavorful like most coffee places opt for with their versions. Make sure you go the restrooms when you visit bc it's clean and super cute.

Everything, left the breakfast burrito, specialty coffee, service, and great vibes for quiet…read moreconversation conversations

My husband and I grabbed a coffee at Zanzibar's while waiting for a tattoo consultation down the…read morestreet at the Jade Rabbit (another great place; ask for Anna) and had a great time. Staff were attentive and friendly, despite a busy Saturday morning. My husband stuck with an Asiago bagel, and I tried their Mex Mocha -- both were delicious! While I didn't love the art on display this go 'round, I really appreciate that they showcase pieces from local artists. We'll definitely be back!

Great coffee and espresso. Delicious eggs and friendly baristas. I stopped by on my cross country…read moredrive and was very happy to find a shop that made a proper shot!

Overall this place is cute and the parking makes it so easy! I got the chocolate strawberry waffle…read moreand strawberry cream smoothie. If I were to go here again, I would probably try a different menu item. The waffle was good, but nothing special. As for the smoothie, it was good. It was pretty strong on the coconut, but good. I believe they serve a hailey Bieber smoothie dupe, if I were to know that beforehand I would have got that. The place is decorated well and is cute. I'm rating it the way it is based on my opinion of other favorites in the area as this is more pricey than most breakfast places in the area.

I really love the decor and all the plants here, it feels cozy and inviting. I also appreciate that…read morethey have healthy options on the menu and clearly care about their ingredients, which you don't find at just any smoothie place. In terms of food, this place has been a bit of a hit or miss for me. The first time we stopped by, we had smoothies, and they were delicious, creamy, and not too artificially sweet, yummy but still felt healthy at the same time. The second time, we tried their coffee and waffles. The latte was good, and I liked their seasonal flavor options. Unfortunately, the gingerbread waffle we tried was practically inedible, wayyyy too spiced, to the point it tasted medicinal. The pomegranate seeds on top, which looked pretty at first, were actually soft and mushy, clearly not fresh. That said, I'm still willing to come back for another smoothie, because those were really good.