MY FAVORITE COFFEE IS BACK - alright, I see my 5 star from 2 years ago, and I raise it AGAIN. I cannot stop coming back. Unfortunately, I've moved away HOWEVER I have successfully had so many of my friends become love interests to this location, that they're informing me when my favorite cold brews are back in stock! THEY NOW HAVE COLD BREW CANNED. So you know I purchase like 4 everytime I am in. Everyone and their mothers know I love this location, I've never had an issue with staff, who's incredibly kind, respectful and super fast to deliver drinks and food. They're drive through is speedy and if you're an addict like myself, giving your number to get points towards more drinks makes my entire life. Truly cannot speak highly enough about this place and giggling evilly as I continue to swap every Starbucks, 7 brew, and Dunkin lover over to this beautiful side. read more

Cafe Diem - Bourbon Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

I got a medium iced latte with caramel and oatmilk and it was unfortunately very bitter. I asked the staff to remake it and they were very kind and remade the coffee. However I still did not enjoy the coffee but I appreciate them remaking it. My friend got a chai and we each got egg and cheese bagels. The total came out to be a little over $30 for those 4 items. I felt like this was overpriced for drink and food quality that was not tasty. read more

It is a great neighborhood gathering spot for coffee, food, or pastries. There are lots of good vibes here, and the talented staff focuses on positive customer service. Plenty of parking, good seating options, Wi-Fi, and areas to work, chat, nosh, or prepare for a big day. Tabitha was fantastic, steering us through our initial visit. We loved their breakfast sandwich! I'm not a coffee drinker, so I appreciated having soft drink options. read more

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I was in need of an afternoon burst of energy, and I was not disappointed in my decision to stop by Cafe Diem! There is a lot of natural light, and a comfy seat to use while reading. The service was great, and the blended chocolate chip cookie was sweet and satisfying. It's located just a couple of miles off, I-35. read more

Cafe Diem - Blended Chocolate Chip Cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

Cafe Deim - Great Service, Inconsistent Drinks Cafe Deim presents a mixed experience, shining brightly in customer service and thoughtful amenities but falling short in the consistency of its signature drinks. While the environment is promising and the staff are exceptional, the core coffee experience has room for significant improvement. Environment: 8/10 The cafe offers a generally pleasant and functional atmosphere. A standout feature is the inclusion of dedicated study corners, a thoughtful touch that undoubtedly appeals to students looking for a quiet place to work. Parking was conveniently accessible, removing any potential frustration before even walking in the door. The main drawback was cleanliness. While some areas of the cafe were well-maintained, other parts were noticeably dusty. This inconsistency in upkeep slightly detracted from the overall ambiance, preventing it from scoring higher. Drinks: 8/20 The drink experience was a tale of two extremes. * Espresso: The straight espresso was unique and enjoyable. Made from Brazilian beans, it presented a complex and pleasant flavor profile with notes of chocolate, walnuts, and cherry. * Fireside Shaken Espresso: This drink started with great promise, with an initial taste that rated a solid 8 out of 10. However, the experience deteriorated rapidly. Within a very short time, the flavor and mouthfeel degraded significantly, becoming overwhelmingly bitter and unpleasant (a 4 out of 10 at best). The taste became so off-putting that I was unable to finish the drink. This sharp decline was the primary reason for the very low score in this category. Service: 10/10 The service was flawless. The staff at Cafe Deim were the highlight of the visit--professional, genuinely nice, and incredibly accommodating. They handled unique and custom orders with ease, making for a welcoming and positive interaction. Their excellent customer service sets a high standard. Food: N/A A fair rating for the food cannot be provided, as no items were ordered. The selection appeared limited at the time of the visit, with not all menu items being available throughout the day. However, it is worth noting that the bakery display was visually appealing. Overall Cafe Deim has a strong foundation with its excellent staff and student-friendly layout. However, the critical issue lies with the drink quality. The severe inconsistency, particularly the unpleasant aftertaste of the shaken espresso, is a major flaw that needs to be addressed for the cafe to reach its full potential. read more

This place's drinks are huge. I got a medium and it came with 4 shots already. Haven't been able to find a coffee shop since moving here that I didn't have to pay extra for more espresso, so that was super cool. This place also has house-made brown sugar which I haven't seen anywhere else and I LOVE. The drink itself had an odd taste, not sure if it's the beans, the syrup, or possibly the brand of oat milk I wasn't vibing with, but I will be back anyways to try other stuff. The staff (red-haired cashier sorry I didn't catch your name) was extremely helpful and kind. I ordered a breakfast sandwich as well and it was 10/10. Came out super fast. My favorite thing was the coffee bar-top seating though. Cute decor and overall ambiance. read more

Cafe Diem - Shaken espresso with house-made brown sugar and oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

Coffee wasn't hot, or very much flavor. I ordered a Turkey sandwich that came with a single slice of turkey sandwich. Spent over $30. Pretty disappointed. read more

Cafe Diem - Single slice of turkey on their Turkey Club sandwich. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

I was invited to meet a friend at this coffee shop and I had never been. I walked in and it felt family owned or a small business. It was warm and welcoming. I grabbed a table to wait for my friend and noticed that they are more than a coffee shop. They have a full breakfast option. I asked for a latte and it was made exactly how I wanted it. It was flavorful and the coffee not sour which means they have the right temperature on the water. The burrito was so big that I have yo call it a horse ! It had a great flavor with a kick but half the burrito was sufficient to keep full for most of the day. They also have muffins, pastries, pancakes, croissants and other items. The staff was very nice and pleasant to work with. read more

Cafe Diem - Breakfast Burrito or horse ! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

Coffee was great. Breakfast sandwich was not very good and very overpriced. Service was okay.

I have visited a handful of times and always had great service and good food. The atmosphere is relaxed you order at the counter and pay, they bring it to your table. Their French toast & pancakes are delicious, as well as the early riser sandwich. Really love this local cafe in Ankeny! A must try for sure! read more

Cafe Diem - Regular coffee with cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

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Slow. Very slow. Took over 15 minutes to get my latte. I saw at least three crew on the floor. Room had 4 tables with ppl. - less than half. Noted crew chatting and hanging instead making drinks. And the latte was about average. Nice folks when they acknowledged me! read more

This shop has potential to be great, but my biggest issue is that the staff is constantly messing up my orders. The food isn't cheap, so when you get it wrong it's extremely frustrating. I got a vanilla latte this morning and it had no syrup in it so it was painfully bitter, and I ordered a croissant sandwich with bacon and got a bagel sandwich with ham. They really need to tighten up their training because people don't want to waste their money to get something they don't even like. read more

First impressions:: Cute coffee shop with the coziness packaged right in. Walking in you find ample seating and a home-like feeling. Decor and layout give it a calm ambiance. No vegan specific drinks or food. I ordered a cup of their house coffee with almond milk and 2 shots of hazelnut syrup and oatmeal for breakfast. I advised of a milk allergy therefore to use only aLmond milk. My friend ordered a latte and oatmeal. $15.xx for the whole order. We were seated in a corner booth and minutes later our order arrived. My friend's order was great she said. My coffee tasted too watery and oatmeal was made of half and half cow milk. It was a simple mistake so my oatmeal was remade with almond milk- no charge. Thankful for that. Oatmeal tasted good. I couldn't finish my coffee or reorder it. Service was nice and I appreciated the customer service when my order was wrong with not problem. Menu is on large chalkboards and easy to read. I noticed drive up service available. Convenient. I like my first impression of Cafe Diem due to the service and the reputation they have among my friends. I will try them out again in the future. I recommend for great place to meet in Ankeny. read more

Cafe Diem - Sitting in the coziest area of the cafe; looking at the ordering area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

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A coffee roaster in-house, a nice Diedrich - and they roast quality coffee. Works for me!

Nice chill atmosphere fast drinks. 2slice of french no sides if $9. Ordered cold brew smoothie breakfast sandwich and french toast. Order was little over $30. Cold brew was sour and bitter couldn't finish it. Smoothie was very basic taste like fruit, milk, ice. Food was very basic taste like food made in 1143 150th Ave Knoxville IOWA 50138 United States ed in middle school. Nice place to hang out menu is slightly over priced. read more

Cafe Diem - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

Friendly service. Great omelet and hash browns. Latte was perfect. Nice cozy shoppe! I usually go to the one in Ames which is great too so it was nice to visit the one in Ankeny. read more

Love the flavor and different coffees! Also always great, friendly service! Love that they have drive thru because I have mobility problems

Cafe Diem is the best coffee shop in Ankeny. Their coffee selection is great and their breakfast selection is even better! My go-to coffee is a vanilla lavender latte. Phenomenal. And you've got to try ANY of their pancakes. They're huge, fluffy and delicious. And if you're cutting carbs and sugar, they've got you covered with a yummy keto scramble. Customer service and quality is always fantastic no matter how busy they are. read more

Cafe Diem - Heavenly pancakes! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

Great cappuccino, if I had one complaint it was that I could not get it in a class mug or coffee cup... Ucchino was perfect. I had a poppyseed muffin that was delicious girl who waited on me was very helpful and kind. I enjoyed it so much I returned the next day as well love the ambience and the quietness. It allowed me to accomplish some paperworkall in all I can't complain if you're looking for somewhere to hang out and visit with the Friend or to accomplish some work in peace and quiet this is the place while it's quiet it's not too quiet. Music was delightful also read more

Nice little place to hide out from the world with a treat and drink. I forget about this place as its not in the main path but that is what makes it nice too! read more

The dark roast is my favorite. The customer service is always great, and it is a quiet place that is perfect for meeting up with people.

Everything was perfect! Breakfast portion were huge and everything tasted wonderful and was piping hot! I did a BYO Omelette & Latte. There are options for Gluten Free & Dairy Free for coffees and for the butter used in food. For the latte, they use 5 syrup pumps in a 16oz (much like the large coffee shops) i like two pumps so I always ask how many are used and reduce as needed. My 2 pump latte was very good! I will come back as often as I can when in the area! Come...enjoy! Lots of seating and great environment! read more

Cafe Diem - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

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My boyfriend and I came from out of town and were looking for a good brunch place and i'm so glad we found Cafe Diem. Our drinks were soo good and wasn't like your average scooters or starbucks drinks. The food was great too with decent prices, we waited about 30 minutes for our food which was reasonable with how busy they were! Highly recommend! read more

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I LOVE Cafe Diem! Every time I go I feel like I'm at home. Tabitha is an amazing barista/host and always helps me with getting a high chair and bringing my drink over. She is very kind and welcoming and makes me want to keep coming back!! I would recommend Cafe Diem to anyone! read more

Our elementary school (Westwood) PTO wanted to do something special for our (60+) teachers during their October Professional Development Day. We contacted Cafe Diem to help us bring in coffee, hot chocolate and hot cider, which Sara delivered. I cannot say enough good things about our experience! Not only was it a HUGE hit with our teachers, but it went off without a hitch and it was absolutely affordable. I really appreciate the effort and thought that went into helping us figure out how much we needed and what would be good "extras" for a price we could live with! Thank you! read more

Cafe Diem - a table with a coffee maker and cups on it - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

If you are looking for just a quick cup of coffee or a smoothie Cafe Diem is a great option. In terms of getting food, the wait is extremely long due to the staff having to cater to both inside guests and the drive thru. Ordered a single breakfast sandwich and it's taken over 40 minutes to receive. read more

Cafe Diem - Smoothie Sunday - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

Visited for the first time this morning. I wasn't really feeling the typical "chains" for Mother's Day breakfast after church and am so glad we tried something new! Service and staff were fantastic, and the food was out of this world! I had the Early Riser breakfast sandwich and I've never tasted anything as delicious. Husband had the Cafe Diem breakfast. Dessert was the Banana Nutella Belgian waffle. We will definitely make this a regular spot for our Sunday morning outings! read more

I enjoyed the Diem BK breakfast sandwich - yum! and a mocha. The atmosphere was nice for a casual Saturday morning breakfast. Nice staff and facilities. read more

Really nice little coffee shop, locally owned, and they even have a drive through window. Their nibbles are scrumptious and the breakfast sandwiches are hot and yummy. They have different roasts to try which are all good. Always great service with a smile! read more

I go here when I am meeting my coworker in Ankeny for coffee. Nice cozy place and lots of seating. Cinnamon rolls the size of your face, scones, and cookies. My favorite here is the iced latte with almond milk. Friendly service every time I am here. read more

Cafe Diem - Chocolate chip cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ankeny, Iowa

This place has a decent breakfast choice menu. Then they deliver on the preparation and delivery. It's sooooo good. And their barista menu is great! Atmosphere is low key and chill. Good cafe to catch up with a friend or read a book. read more

Just stopped here for a quick chai latte before getting on the road back home. I'm picky about my chai, and this was pretty good - just enough spice to make it tasty. It looked like a great breakfast menu also, so we'll have to try that when we're back in IA. read more

Right away, when you walk in you are welcomed with a lovely atmosphere & calm music. The service was wonderful, quick but she still managed to talk to me about my day. I had never been here before, and she went to ask the chef if they could accommodate my egg changes. Very kind. The only thing that didn't shock me was the coffee. A bit bitter for my liking, but if you order an extra shot in your coffee of whatever flavor you like, that should take that bitterness away. I loved the ham egg & cheese croissant with the zesty sauce. Also a great location for college students like me. read more

Sometimes I hesitate coming because it can be slow but their coffee is SO good! Today was an excellent experience in the drive thru, which made me happy. The gal that waited on me was very prompt and super friendly. I waited about 5 minutes while she was making my 2 drinks. My husband enjoyed his mocha and I enjoyed my caramel latte. I was asked if I needed my points and was confused. She explained they have an electronic point system for earning free coffees - uh, yes please! I really thought she did an excellent job with my sale! read more

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The coffee is good but the service is so slow! There's a reason people continue to go to the chain coffee shops. I went at 8:45am and there was one car in front of me and I waited 15 MINUTES for them to finish serving the car in front of me. They had one drink and some type of food. The girl at the window was chatting away with another employee when I got to the window and had no awareness that customers have been waiting so long. If food is going to take that long, have the car pull aside and let other cars get their drinks so they aren't late for work. read more

Great local breakfast spot! They do have great food and service. Also they do have a drive thru which is a nice option. It doesn't have a full breakfast menu, but anyone should be able to find something they like. read more

Any place that has lavender coffee drink, im down!! and they have breakfast now too. yes pleaseeeeeeeee highly recommend the lavender latte, with honey! read more

I ordered a smoothie and a grilled chicken salad. They ended up given me a chicken salad sandwich, which is an understandable confusion. I didn't want to wait any longer for what I originally order, so I just went with it. It was still good and I liked the option fro a side of carrots. read more

Great atmosphere inside. Rare to find coffee shops open for seating. Great to have a place to go to get some work done! Food available as well as variety of drink options. I like chais and they are good here. read more

This is a cute coffee house located by the DMACC campus on Ankeny Blvd. it smells amazing the minute you walk in. The coffee and all beverage select is vast. They have very comfortable seating plus they also have a private room you can reserve. The staff are very knowledgeable and they are quite friendly too. If you are looking for a local coffee place to work and grab a cup of joe give Cafe Diem a shot. read more