I first heard about this coffee shop from a coworker. Their coffee is, quite literally, the best…read morecoffee I've ever had. I'd genuinely love to know which local roasters they source their beans from. What stands out most is how smooth the coffee is--there's absolutely no bitter aftertaste. Their honey brown sugar latte deserves special recognition. So many honey lattes either taste overly artificial or like the honey is barely there at all. Not this one. The flavors are perfectly balanced, and it's honestly one of the best coffee drinks I've ever had. I could drink gallons of it. The quality is fantastic and I've found myself thinking about that latte long after I've finished it. My only complaint is that I don't live closer. If I did, I'd probably be there every day.

What a neat little coffee shop! We stopped in in need of some caffeine this morning and were not…read moredisappointed! We ordered an iced mocha latte and iced snickerdoodle latte. The snickerdoodle was perfectly spiced and still had some coffee flavor. The mocha was delicious, certainly an occasional treat as it is more of a coffee milkshake than a coffee. We also ordered the mini apple cider donuts which were okay, they seemed to be plain donuts tossed in cinnamon sugar and the dough had a funny aftertaste. Overall they have a killer menu and a cute & homey sitting area and patio. With so many coffee and caffeine drinks to try- we'll be back!

Blue Bean has a great concept and poor execution. They have outdoor patio seating which was great…read morefor a warm fall day! The flight of coffees which are individually made were very cute. Interestingly decorated and some flavors more appealing than others. I would definitely go back for the flight of avocado toast. However if you do not like avocados there is not really another option for you. Sorry my f

Overall, this was a great experience. A very modern space and my kids loved watching the cute…read morevideos and trivia scrolling on the wall while we waited for our coffee. It's a place that feels like a big chain, but it's just very modern and techie that makes good coffee. My kids loved getting the hot chocolate flight and I enjoyed my Halloween themed coffee flight as well. My husband got the pistachio latte and really enjoyed it, and both of us liked our scones. The only thing that really really threw me off was opening the door and instantly being hit by a wave of something that smelled like a hairdresser's place. I don't think I've ever been to a coffee shop with decent coffee that didn't smell like really good coffee. I don't know if it's the spaces nearby (it's in a strip) or the fact that it's a workspace and so the smell dissipates, but it was very offputting to have that smell in a coffee shop. Other than that, it was a great experience.

The Uptown Dairy is quite the treat. Right in the heart of Uptown Ankeny this shop is bright and…read morefresh and inviting. The place is immaculate and they have both indoor and outdoor seating options. For all my friends of the High Trestle Trail it literally is footsteps from their front door, you can eat their ice cream and ride your bike! WIN- WIN!!! The ice cream selections are amazing, and so many its is hard to choose, but i did! We got massive scoops of yummy, creamy deliciousness on a fresh and crispy waffle cone, of which they have several types to choose from. The workers on this particular day were fantastic, attentive and fast, They even hooked us up with some pup cups to go! (The dogs thank you!) If you are feeling like rewarding yourself or just have a hankering for something delicious and Ice Cream fits the bill, pop on in to the Uptown Dairy and try their treats! You will not be disappointed!

Pretty pricey, but pretty worth it! What to know: servings are generous and there is richness and…read moresmoothness in every bite: there are LOTS of choices for flavors- some simple like strawberry but most with multiple ingredients. Free samples. Outside and inside seating. Pay extra for cones. Off the bike trail. We went on a Sunday afternoon and got ahead of a rush of bikers and walkers and the service was just as friendly for our group of 4 as when there was a line. Ice cream is delicious.

The pistachio latte was delicious and the chocolate muffin was super yummy…read more I found the staff to be stressed, thus not warm and friendly. They were working diligently but could have used more help during the busy morning crowd.

On their website, Smokey Row promotes a shake served in a tin with a cherry and whipped cream…read more Clearly, I received none of this. They also apparently have a rewards program that the cashier bypassed without explanation. The employees at this location had an elitist attitude. Not welcoming, no direction either.

I tried this coffee drive thru for the first time this weekend and had a good experience. There…read morewere a few cars in line, but I was still through in under 5 minutes. I wanted to try several things on the menu, but decided on an iced latte with marshmallow. I'm no coffee connoisseur, but I thought it tasted alright, not the best drink I've ever had but not the worst. The barista was friendly and I signed up for their rewards program with my phone number. Hoping to come back and try another drink!

I ordered a plain hot latte, it was good and the service was good. It's a drive thru coffee shop.read more

Went here on a Sunday morning for coffee and breakfast with friends! It was a great option to bring…read moreour babies too! At 9am it wasn't too busy but it got much busier around 10am. It wasn't too loud though. I had a lavender latte and a breakfast sandwich and it was wonderful! They allow you to also order just one or two of their speciality pancakes, so two friends each got a Nutella and cinnamon roll pancake on the side. It was all delicious! Lots of parking outside, counter service was friendly, I'll be back much more often!

Typically, on Sunday mornings, I go to one of my local coffee shops in order to just get a latte or…read moresome coffee and read about 100 pages of my current book. This morning went and did the same thing, decided to go here because it got me away from home and it was also a nice environment. The environment is quiet, the drinks are good and it's a good location so I always enjoy going here. The staff are also very nice. I would definitely recommend prices are very fair. I had a 16 ounce latte and it was only about $7.50

I genuinely don't understand the hype around 7 Brew. We pulled up and there wasn't a menu anywhere…read moreto look at. Before even asking what we'd like, the employee walked up and immediately asked for our phone number, which felt odd when we hadn't even decided if we wanted anything yet. When we asked to see a menu, instead of providing one, she rattled off a few "popular drinks." We ended up having to pull out our phones and search for the menu ourselves while sitting in the drive-thru. I ordered a cold brew and it was honestly one of the worst coffees I've ever had. It tasted like plain black iced coffee with some syrup mixed in... no smooth cold brew flavor at all. To make matters worse, the price was basically the same as Starbucks. Between the confusing ordering process, the push for personal information, the lack of a visible menu, and the disappointing coffee, I don't see any reason to come back.

I visited the Clive location on Father's Day and was very disappointed with the experience…read more First, they were completely out of decaf coffee, which was frustrating since I do not drink caffeine. Second, there was a Father's Day promotion for a specialty koozie, but we were told at the window that we could not receive it because we only ordered one drink--even though we were there specifically for the promotion and intended to order more items. Finally, the service felt disorganized. The staff appeared more focused on socializing with each other than on customers, which impacted the overall experience and efficiency of service. Overall, this visit did not meet expectations in terms of product availability, clarity of promotions, or customer service.

Today was my first time stopping in at the coffee shop at DMACC. I would have to say it was the…read morebest latte I have ever had. I chose the peppermint mocha 20 oz. with whip cream. The girl was friendly and got my order to me quickly. I will be returning.

Very clean restaurant fast service very friendly employee. Always well stocked that we seem to have…read moreeverything I need. and I never have to worry about being told they don't have something or we're out of something. and they're baked goods taste fresh every time and drive through is very quick I don't sit very long in drive through

Kind people, lots of parking, and a terrific array of donuts to pick from!…read more I enjoyed my vanilla iced donut, and the pricing was reasonable. I also appreciated the kind customer service, which is such a rarity in today's world.

What a charming shop! The staff were very friendly and efficient…read more My maple long john was incredibly fresh with a creamy frosting. My son was thrilled with his sprinkle donut, especially with the fun, non-standard colors like blue and green. My husband's apple fritter had a strong cinnamon flavor with bits of apple; it was a bit crunchier on the edges than we expected, but still delicious. We got an old fashioned for our one-year-old, and it was the perfect choice - not too sweet, nor sticky. The big surprise was the breakfast sausage sandwiches my husband and son ordered. The high-quality egg, sausage, and cheese on a fresh croissant were fantastic. I took a bite and was truly impressed, especially for the price... under $5 is very reasonable for the size. I was waffling over the Kona iced coffee, so a worker kindly gave me a sample. It was stronger, sweeter, and creamier than I expected, so I happily purchased a cup. The shop itself is small and can get a bit crowded, so it's probably not the best spot if you're planning to sit and eat inside. We will definitely be back the next time we're in Ankeny though. I can already imagine grabbing donuts and coffee to enjoy at the park with the kids once the weather warms up!

Absolutely the BEST donuts in Ankeny! The first time I visited the shop it was 10:00 and they were…read moresold out. They said come early tomorrow, so I did. Everything I got was incredibly delicious!