The best cafes in Des Moines
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Friedrichs Coffee (opens in a new tab)
4126 University Ave
Friedrichs Coffee brings cozy Uptown Center vibes, legit smoothies and teas, plus freshly roasted beans twice a week from a crew that's…
Grounds for Celebration (opens in a new tab)
2709 Beaver Ave
Grounds for Celebration is that cozy neighborhood spot where the beans are roasted in-house, the espresso actually wakes you up, and the…
Wake Up Iowa Coffee (opens in a new tab)
3605 Douglas Ave
Wake Up Iowa Coffee has a Des Moines espresso bar pouring tight, specialty drinks with house-made syrups, plus gluten-free snacks,…
Happy Home Coffee (opens in a new tab)
606 Walnut St
Happy Home Coffee keeps the “people over coffee” vibe real with single origins and easygoing blends that actually taste like their names,…
Northern Vessel (opens in a new tab)
1201 Keosauqua Way
Northern Vessel nails the coffee moment with dialed-in lattes, smooth cold brew, and an inviting vibe that actually wakes up your brain.…
Coffee Cats Cafe (opens in a new tab)
312 5th St · West Des Moines
Need a midweek mood boost? Coffee Cats Cafe in Valley Junction pairs coffee from Grounds for Celebration, teas, and sweet treats with a…
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