It's always a joy to stop into Sheepgate Coffee! This morning I arrived to get some work done…read morebetween meetings. I ordered a 12oz cold brew and a slice of a frosted lemon pound cake. The cold brew was delicious with fruity notes served in a glass tumbler. The pound cake was tasty although slightly on the dry side. Warming it up was definitely a great idea! All the staff are friendly and helpful. The shop itself has plenty of seating and is bright and cheery. I love seeing plants used for decor.

Excellent in all aspects. Environment, staff, beverages- all 5 star. I've tried several espresso…read morebased drinks. The flavor has a signature bite to it that is very good. The barista skills keep improving. Seriously worth a trip for a drink, and to hang out in an outstanding environment. This is a coffee level of expect in Chicago or Minneapolis.

This is now my fiancé and I's go to place for Frappuccino drinks! They are absolutely delicious!…read more The ambiance in the shop if warm and inviting. The aroma of the coffee beans is delightful!

I went first to the wrong end of the counter and was kindly redirected. Then I had questions about…read morea drink that were answered fully and satisfactorily. My drink was made so fast that when I asked for a modification they thought they'd have to remake it; no!! Just add to it! It was DELISH. The outside chairs aren't comfortable but luckily there were seats inside. Staff at this location on this day was much better than at a different location and the drink was fabulous. Would go back and hope to encounter the same folks again.

One of my favorite cafés in Des Moines! The coffee beans are such high quality, and the service is…read morealways incredibly friendly and helpful. I especially love all the plants and trees throughout the café. It genuinely feels like you've stepped into a little jungle! What I appreciate most about their lattes is that they aren't overly sweetened with dessert-like syrups or drowned in milk. You can actually taste and appreciate the quality of the coffee beans. Their breakfast options are also excellent--simple, fresh, and done really well. The eggs are always nice and fluffy, with scallions adding a lovely touch of freshness. Their bread options are rustic and fresh, and their bagels are honestly some of the best I've had in Iowa, which is saying a lot coming from a New Yorker! Even their orange juice is freshly squeezed, rather than the artificial-tasting stuff you get at so many breakfast spots. All in all, a fantastic spot for breakfast or brunch, with quality ingredients, great coffee, a beautiful atmosphere, and genuinely welcoming service. Definitely one of Des Moines' gems!

Best coffee in Des Moines easily. Staff are super knowledgeable and are very helpful. They also…read morehave a great selection of different coffee beans. The place itself is very cute and feels like a place you'd find a in larger city.

While someone has reported this place as closed, it isn't. I ordered from here Saturday through…read moreDoorDash. The food came hot, very tasty and was really good for recovery from stomach flu. I got the Gyro bowl. It had gyro meat, cucumbers, garbanzos, tomatoes, kalamatas and really good seasoned rice. I also got the hummus and pita and the falafel. My only complaint is that the bowl was a bit smallish, as was the falafel. But all was really good. I think this operates out of the Greek food restaurant on south duff, as a ghost restaurant. Prices were in the teens for the bowl and less than $10 each for the hummus and falafel. Lot parking, if you are visiting, which I've never done yet. Also, my DoorDash person was awesome. MarcyDiner'sTantrumScale 5/5- NoScreamingKids. CyHawkApproved

From the owner: The Simple Greek is a locally owned and operated, fast-casual Greek Restaurant that offers a…read morebuild-your-own concept. Featuring authentic flavors and healthy recipes from the Mediterranean, our menu offers a variety of proteins, fresh vegetables, spices, and made from scratch sauces. Our fast-casual, open kitchen concept allows you to create your own bowl or pita with ingredients you can feel good about. Eat Simple. Eat Fresh. Eat Greek!

They have multiple branches and every branch provides you with a different experience. This one is…read moreparticular is awesome. The staff greets you the moment you walk in. The gentleman with the long hair was awesome and made sure I was getting a sandwich that I would love. Provided awesome service and accommodated every request.

The food was fresh, hot and tasted really good. It was my first time trying baba ganoush and I…read moreliked it. I ordered through DoorDash and picked it up in restaurant. Place was clean and staff was friendly. I'd had the same gyro bowl at their store in Ankeny, delivered via DoorDash, so I knew what I was getting. I got the cilantro sauce and dill sauce for topping. Lot parking here. My only complaint was there was no fork to eat my food with. MarcyDiner'sTantrumScale 5/5- NoScreamingKids. CyHawkApproved.

This is hands down one of the best mediterranean /middle eastern meals in iowa. I ordered the steak…read moreshawarma, baba ganoush and baklava. The steak was marinated and you didn't even need the tzaziki. You could taste the spices in the steak, it was amazing. The baba ganoush was smooth and creamy and their fried pita chips were crisp and perfectly fried. Kind of like the small crispy fries at the bottom of the bag. The baklava was the best I've had, it was pistachio and drizzled in sweet honey water. Crispy yet sweet and nutty. I wish they were open for dinner. I beg you to support this place, not just because it's a local business but also because the food is amazing. Trust me.

Ecerytime I come to school from my classes I get off around 12 and I come straight here and…read moreeverytime its so good, when I finish my bachelor's degree ill be very sad because I won't be able to eat here anymore because the prices are so good and they fill you up with good food.

I have been wanting to try this place forever and I'm so glad I finally did. I love a little bit of…read morea healthier option, but that is still quick and easy. There are many options for food and their ingredients are fresh! The staff has always been helpful and prompt. I have been here about once a week since I first tried this place and I still can't wait to go back every-time! The gyro meat is delicious and the tzatziki and garlic sauces are a must. I always make my own bowl and I love that it also comes with warm pita bread. This is a great option for food on the go that's not fried and good for you.

Garbanzo is fantastic! I was in Iowa for work and was looking for a quick but healthy lunch option…read morewhen I stumbled upon Garbanzo. Their food is fantastic, service is quick, and it tastes great! It's fast casual "build your own bowl" style place, very similar to Chipotle, just with Mediterranean options. Portion sizes here are great and all of the ingredients seemed very fresh. This is going to be my "go to" stop for the next couple of days for lunch!

This Mediterranean spot is always on point! Whenever we're in the mood for something different,…read morethis is one of our go-to places. The portions are very generous, especially when it comes to the meat, and no matter what you order, you can pretty much count on having leftovers. I personally love the chicken shawarma wrap or bowl, and the spicy potatoes are my go-to side. The gyro is also really good! Tonight, we tried their newer location for the first time since we usually visit the Fleur location, and everything was just as good as always. We also ordered a few extra side sauces, and they gave us plenty of extras. Great food, generous portions, and consistent quality no matter which location you visit. Definitely a spot we'll keep coming back to!

Always delicious meal. The menu is quite interesting. My personal favorite is the gyro. I highly…read morerecommend this place

I routinely use these guys for catering for my job, their online ordering system is super great as…read morefar as navigability. The food is always wonderful, the flavors are amazing, and I don't think we've ever had an order screwed up. I often need our meals to be individually labeled which I know is a pain for service staff but the manager is always super cool about accommodating that request for us. Also a gorgeous clean interior. I will continue to lean on this place to help fuel my clients!

What a charming spot!! Walking into this place feels like stepping right into the Mediterranean --…read morethe decor is absolutely on point. I ordered the rice platter with falafel, and wow, flavor explosion! The tzatziki tasted homemade (because it probably is) and was super creamy and delicious. Now, let's talk about the tiny plot twist -- they charge $0.75 each for olives and feta. Not a dealbreaker, but for that price I was hoping for more than five lonely olive slices and a baby spoonful of feta. Still, everything else totally made up for it -- the food came out fast, fresh, and full of flavor. I'll definitely be back!

Always a great experience. Love the lentil soup! Welcomed like family and intimate atmosphere.read more

The food outshined the service!…read more Ambiance: 4 stars Food: 5 stars Service: 2 stars Well, I came here with a friend for lunch. He loves the place and said the Gyros are fantastic. So I went with his recommendation. First impressions: The place is small and nicely located in the District at Prairie Trail in Ankeny. They have adequate seating and were only slightly busy when we arrived (I would say it was at half capacity the entire time we were there) We stood at the reception location for a while before we were 'greeted' and finally seated. We sat for quite a while before the guy with the headset to came back to take our orders. This was the weird part - he was fine, but he spoke so quietly we were not sure he was addressing us or talking to someone in his headset. Eventually we got our orders in, and we again waited. Some time later the water showed up, then after another pause the drinks we ordered were delivered, and sometime later the food showed up. He even remembered the dipping sauce which I thought I was going to have to ask for. We ate our entire meals without once being asked how things were, and eventually after the food was all gone, he came back to unceremoniously plop the bill on the table, and after another extended period he came back to process the payment. All-in-all the interaction with this guy was 'just weird'. (It was suggested that he might be the son of the owner...) He was doing his job but there was absolutely not any extra effort put in to make us feel welcome, and the total lack any real interaction was off-putting. The overall appearance of the place was nice and appeared clean, the decor was fresh and classy. However the bar area around the kitchen was very cluttered and looked like it was being used for overflow storage and it was a bit chaotic and had lots of clutter. Please forgive the fact that I forgot to take pictures of the delicious food. I got into conversation with my friend and just forgot! It was a very well made traditional Gyro with generous portions of meat, fresh hummus and a perfect portion of super fresh tzatziki sauce. I ordered fresh jalapeños and they got that right too! The side of fries were delicious as well, seasoned perfectly, crispy and fresh, and the garlic sauce...well did not lack for garlic! Wowza!! Overall I do recommend this place for the food! I will most likely return and I hope that the service will be a little better next time around.